The Redmi Watch 5 Active, like many fitness trackers, can exhibit inaccuracies in calorie burn tracking across various exercises. While specific exercises where it shows higher inaccuracy are not detailed in the available information, general observations suggest that the watch may not always provide precise calorie burn estimates.
1. General Inaccuracy: The Redmi Watch 5 Active, similar to other budget smartwatches, tends to be less accurate in calorie and step counting compared to more premium devices. This inaccuracy can be observed across different types of exercises, including walking and other activities[3][4].
2. Walking Exercise: In a walking test, the Redmi Watch 5 Active showed some discrepancy in step counting, with results such as 929 and 937 steps out of an actual 1,000 steps. While the heart rate tracking was generally accurate, the calorie burn estimates might also vary, though specific discrepancies in calorie tracking for walking were not detailed[1].
3. Comparison with Other Devices: When compared to devices like the Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 and Xiaomi Smart Band 9, the Redmi Watch 5 Active often showed less accurate step counting. This suggests that while it provides useful data, it might not be as precise as other options for certain activities[1].
4. Fitness Features: The watch supports over 140 sport modes, including advanced activities like kayaking and rock climbing. However, the accuracy of calorie burn tracking in these specific modes is not explicitly detailed in available reviews[4][7].
In summary, while the Redmi Watch 5 Active offers a comprehensive suite of fitness features, it may not provide the most accurate calorie burn tracking across all exercises. Users might find it less precise compared to more advanced fitness trackers, particularly in step counting and possibly in calorie burn estimates for various activities.
Citations:
[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1P6AhCmjL0
[2] https://www.reddit.com/r/miband/comments/1eyeuza/need_help_understanding_calorie_counter_xiaomi_mi/
[3] https://androidguys.com/reviews/redmi-watch-5-lite-review/
[4] https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/reviews/redmi-watch-5-active-review-a-budget-smartwatch-that-doesnt-cut-corners/articleshow/113738161.cms
[5] https://discussions.apple.com/thread/254833636
[6] https://ir.mi.com/system/files-encrypted/nasdaq_kms/assets/2024/04/25/5-36-08/2023%20Annual%20Report.pdf
[7] https://www.deccanherald.com/technology/redmi-watch-active-5-review-reliable-budget-fitness-companion-3219740
[8] https://www.healthhub.sg/sites/assets/Assets/Programs/NSC-Main-Full/season5/pdfs/NSC5_BonusRound_FAQ.pdf