How Amazfit Bip 6 stacks up vs the Active 2

Zepp Health is getting ready to launch the Bip 6, but even though it was recently teased at an event in late February, it’s not available for purchase just yet. A European release seems right around the corner, but there’s no news on when it might land in the US. In the meantime, we’ve rounded up everything we know so far. Here’s how it compares to the Active 2, which is already on the market. We’ll update this article as more details emerge.

1. Case material and weight

The Bip 6 steps things up a bit from previous models with an aluminum alloy frame and a fiber-reinforced polymer case, giving it a more durable feel than an all-plastic build. The Active 2, however, still feels more premium with its stainless steel frame paired with a fiber-reinforced polymer case.

Despite the difference in materials, the weight remains fairly close. The Active 2 comes in at 29.5g to 31.65g, depending on the version, while the Bip 6 stays under 30g. So while the Bip 6 might not feel quite as high-end, both are lightweight enough that you probably won’t notice much difference on your wrist.

2. Shape and design

This is one of the biggest differences. The Active 2 sticks with the traditional round watch look, while the Bip 6 goes for a rectangular, slightly curved design. Both have two flat buttons on the side which you use in combination with a touch-display to navigate the menus.

If you like a smartwatch that resembles a traditional watch, the Active 2 might be the better choice. Its 44mm size could also be a better fit for smaller wrists. The Bip 6, on the other hand, has a large rectangular display that makes reading text and notifications easier. But at 46mm, it’s definitely on the bigger side.

3. Display size and resolution

The Bip 6 has a massive screen that comes in at 1.97 inches, while the Active 2 has a smaller 1.32-inch display. Both devices are good for up to 2000 nits of brightness.

But bigger doesn’t always mean better. The Active 2 actually has a higher resolution at 466 x 466 pixels, compared to 380 x 450 pixels on the Bip 6. That means the Active 2 should look a bit sharper.

There’s also a difference in screen protection. The Active 2 comes in two versions: a premium model with sapphire glass and a standard version with 2.5D tempered glass. The Bip 6 only offers 2.5D tempered glass, so if you want the extra durability of sapphire, you’ll have to go with the Active 2.

4. Sensors and tracking

Both watches track all the usual health metrics, but there appears to be a slight difference in the hardware. The Active 2 uses Amazfit’s BioTracker PPG 6.0, while the Bip 6 has the Biotracker Duo-Light 5PD. The naming suggests that the Bip 6 might be using an older version of Amazfit’s heart rate and SpO2 sensor, but the actual tracked metrics appear to be the same. Whether that affects accuracy remains to be seen.

5. Battery life

This is where the Bip 6 pulls ahead. It’s rated for two weeks of battery life, while the Active 2 lasts up to 10 days. The difference mostly comes down to battery capacity—340mAh in the Bip 6 versus 270mAh in the Active 2. Real-world battery life will depend on usage, but on paper, the Bip 6 has the advantage.

6. Price and availability

The Active 2 is already available in some countries and priced at $129 for the premium version and $99 for the standard version. We are expecting the Bip 6 to cost around $100, but that’s not confirmed yet. What is confirmed is that the Bip 6 is launching in Europe first. There’s no information yet on when it will be available in the US. Presumably, shortly after.

7. What we still don’t know

Both devices support offline maps, but the Active 2 recently got an update that added offline music storage. It’s unclear if the Bip 6 will have this feature. Another unknown is NFC. The premium version of the Active 2 has it, but it looks like the Bip 6 won’t—though that hasn’t been confirmed. If it does include NFC, it’ll likely be Europe-only, since that’s how Zepp Health usually handles it.

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Both watches have built-in GPS and Bluetooth support, and both run ZeppOS. The Active 2 runs on version 4.5 of the operating system, but we don’t yet know which version the Bip 6 will use.

With the Bip 6 launching soon, we should get answers to these questions soon. Until then, it looks like the Active 2 has the edge in build quality and display sharpness, while the Bip 6 wins on battery life and screen size.

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