🗓 Released Jun 2, 2026
⌛281 days estimated until next model(62 of 343 days through last cycle)
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Deals Advice
neutralEarly in cycle — good trade-in value expected
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SmartwatchiOS & Android
Amazfit Balance
🔋 21 day battery📍 GPS🖥 Always-on
$369
Starting Price
62g
Case Weight
10ATM
Water Resistance
21d
Battery Life
✓ No subscription required
⏰Buy now or wait?
📅Deals Calendar
Jun 26
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May 27
Neutral — Post-launch window — the Balance 3 is brand new; meaningful discounts are unlikely for the first weeks.
Neutral — Prime Day 2026 — the Balance 3 launched weeks prior; discounts, if any, will be small. The outgoing Balance 2 is the deal to watch.
Good deal — Black Friday 2026 — first holiday season for the Balance 3; 15–20% off expected at Amazon.
Good deal — Post-holiday clearance — Amazfit prices dip after Christmas as retailers refresh inventory.
❤️Health Sensors
ECGElectrocardiogram — can detect irregular heart rhythms (AFib)
SpO2Blood oxygen saturation, tracked during sleep
HRVHeart rate variability — used for stress & recovery scores
Heart RateContinuous or on-demand pulse tracking
Body CompositionEstimates body fat percentage and muscle mass via bioimpedance
Stress TrackingEstimates stress levels from HRV and other physiological signals
Skin TemperatureDetects overnight changes linked to illness or cycle tracking
📊Models at a Glance
| Model | Battery | GPS | Key Sensors | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balance 3 (Stainless Steel) | 21 days (41h GPS) | Dual-band L1+L5 | HR, SpO2, skin temp, stress | Best-value variant at $369.99. |
| Balance 3 (Titanium) | 21 days (41h GPS) | Dual-band L1+L5 | HR, SpO2, skin temp, stress | Lighter 55g titanium build at $449.99. |
| Balance Ultra (Titanium) | 30 days (50h GPS) | Dual-band L1+L5 | HR, SpO2, skin temp, stress | Maximum battery and premium build at $599.99. |
💡About the Amazfit Balance
🎯 Who is this for?
Android and iPhone users who want a premium smartwatch experience — full offline maps, long battery, and a bright sapphire display — at a price below Apple Watch or Garmin equivalents. A strong choice for runners, hikers, and hybrid athletes who want GPS map navigation without a subscription.
Key strengths
- 3,000-nit sapphire AMOLED with 21-day battery
The 1.5" AMOLED is 50% brighter than the Balance 2 at 3,000 nits, under scratch-resistant sapphire glass — with 21 days of typical use and 41 hours of Accuracy-Mode GPS.
- Faster dual-band GPS and offline maps
An upgraded processor renders maps 2.5× faster, with dual-frequency L1+L5 GPS across six satellite systems, 64GB of storage, and turn-by-turn offline topo navigation.
- Flashlight, HYROX, and 180+ sport modes
A new dual-mode LED flashlight with white, red, and SOS modes joins official HYROX training, golf course maps, and more than 180 sport modes.
The Amazfit Balance 3, released June 2026, sharpens Amazfit's hybrid-training flagship — a 1.5" AMOLED display now at 3,000 nits under sapphire glass, 21-day battery (41h GPS in Accuracy Mode), dual-band GPS with faster map rendering, 64GB of storage, a dual-mode LED flashlight, and 180+ sport modes. The titanium Balance Ultra sits above it with a 30-day battery at $599.99. The Balance 3 starts at $369.99 in stainless steel.
❓FAQs
Does Amazfit Balance 3 work with iPhone?
Yes, Amazfit Balance 3 works with both iPhone and Android via the Zepp app. Google Maps, Strava, and Spotify are available, though the third-party ecosystem is smaller than Wear OS.
Does Amazfit Balance 3 have offline maps?
Yes — the Balance 3 supports full downloadable offline topographic maps with turn-by-turn navigation, and its upgraded processor renders maps 2.5× faster than the Balance 2. No phone required once maps are loaded.
How does Amazfit Balance 3 compare to Garmin Venu 4?
Amazfit Balance 3 has significantly longer battery (21 days vs 10–12 days), a brighter 3,000-nit display, and offline maps at a lower price ($369.99 vs $549). Garmin Venu 4 has Garmin's ecosystem depth, Body Battery, and ECG. For battery and value, Balance 3 wins; for Garmin analytics, Venu 4.
What is the difference between Amazfit Balance 3 and Balance Ultra?
The Balance Ultra ($599.99) is titanium-built with a larger 780mAh battery — up to 30 days of typical use and 50 hours of Accuracy-Mode GPS versus 21 days and 41 hours on the Balance 3. Both share the 1.5" 3,000-nit AMOLED, sapphire glass, and dual-band GPS.
What sport modes does Amazfit Balance 3 support?
More than 180 sport modes, including official HYROX training and competition modes, golf course maps, and full multisport triathlon mode.