It is full of sensors to measure the state of your health

Smart watches and bracelets can be extremely useful for recording health-related data. The ASUS VivoWatch 5 Aero It comes precisely with the idea of ​​offering the greatest amount of this information in a light and compact device. All this without losing sight of the usual functions of these accessories such as multimedia control and the possibility of viewing notifications.

It’s a rare notice in the world of smartbands, since has an ECG sensor, a feature that is currently not very common in the market, although at the moment it is not available in our country. Besides, it is also able to measure blood oxygen, blood pressure and heart rate. The sensors are both on its surface and in its lower part, which allows automatic analysis and also in real time.

At EL ESPAÑOL – EL Androide Libre we have tested this bracelet which, with an official sale price of 129 dollars, can be an excellent alternative to conventional watches for these people looking to track their statusbut without resorting to the large screens of smartwatches.

Focus on health

The main purpose of the ASUS VivoWatch 5 Aero is the measurement of user data, and for this it includes various sensors distributed on the surface and bottom of the device. On its front side are the ECG and optical sensors, with which you can take blood pressure, as well as measure blood oxygen.

What’s interesting is that you can calibrate your measurements using professional devices. For example, after measuring the amount of oxygen in the blood, a medical oximeter can also be used to take this data and correct the number on the bracelet. This will cause automatic calibration using the professional result. It is recommended to do this once a month, because these measurements – and those of any other model – are not as representative of reality as a professional measurement.

You can carry out a real-time analysis of each of the variables individually or carry out a complete examination, for which you must select the option and leave your finger on the sensor for just under a minute. The results can be viewed on both the smartband and the ASUS Health app. In addition to this, the sensors at the bottom are responsible for automatically measuring the transit time of the pulses every hour.

During the time we reviewed the ASUS smart device, The ECG function was not available, Although it may happen at some point. According to the company, it is capable of performing lead 1 electrocardiograms and is certified as a medical device in Taiwan. One of the advantages is that the measured data can be exported in PDF format so that it can be shown to the doctor.

points to improve

It’s no secret that the screen is not the bracelet’s greatest virtue. He has a 0.96 inch size which is small when viewing data such as steps or medical information. It doesn’t have a high pixel density per inch, in fact you can even see it if you look closely.

The brightness can also be improved, because watching the time under the sun, we had to cover the screen a little to see well. Given the position of the sensors and the size of the device, it is normal that the screen does not occupy the entire front. After all, that’s the strength of the ASUS VivoWatch 5 Aero.

It is charged via pins, but unlike most models on the market. In this case you must remove a small silicone cover each time you want to recharge. The main issue we found here is that it’s easy to forget to put it back on, as it completely separates from the body of the strap. Luckily, ASUS includes another spare shell in the box so you can replace it if you lose it.

In sporting matters, he is able to analyze up to 9 types of exercises including swimming, cycling or yoga. This may be a bit short for people looking for very detailed sports metrics when exercising. Of course, it has several GPS tracking systems so that outdoor training routes can be recorded in detail.

comfortable and light

One of the main benefits of the ASUS VivoWatch 5 Aero is that it offers a diverse number of health metrics, but in a contained size. The lightness and comfort of the bracelet perfectly accompany this experience, since the company has worked so that It is not intrusive because it has more sensors.

It includes a rubber strap that is pleasant to the touch, as it is soft and does not cause pulling. During the time we used it, we didn’t notice not an uncomfortable friction on the wrist

It weighs less than 30 grams, which means that when strapped to the wrist, there are times when you don’t even notice it’s there, which makes it quite comfortable. When you go to the gym or play sports, it doesn’t bother you either. the least. It includes options to see the notifications that arrive on the smartphone and to control multimedia playback, so it can be very useful for not having to take out your mobile.

It also incorporates a alarm system, stopwatch and timer, as well as an option that allows us to use the device as a mobile camera button. In other words, you can let your mobile rest anywhere and activate the camera from your screen.

Am I buying it?

The ASUS VivoWatch 5 Aero has a clear focus on health monitoring, something that’s more common in smartwatches than wristbands. Collect these measurements in a portable compact is what sets it apart from other cheaper alternatives, as its price is 129.99 dollars. It is especially recommended for people looking to have the maximum measurements in the smallest possible size.

There are not many accessories with an ECG sensor, but it is not clear that it can be used in Europe. Even so, its ability to measure pulse transit time, stress level or blood oxygen, makes it very comprehensive in this regard. Its screen, on the other hand, may not be the best for users who see poorly from a distance, because its size is less than one inch. In this sense, it falls behind the 1.47 inches of the Huawei Band 8 and the Amazfit Band 7 or the 1.62 inches of the Xiaomi Smart Band 8. Of course, neither of these alternatives has as many sensors as the ASUS model.

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