Redmi Watch 5 Review: Seven Hidden Flaws to Consider Before Buying

The Redmi Watch 5 has been upgraded with a stunning 2.07-inch AMOLED display, featuring ultra-narrow bezels on all four sides and a smooth 60Hz refresh rate. With a peak brightness of 1500 nits, this watch delivers an appearance that’s nothing short of breathtaking at first glance. As someone who adores rectangular designs, I believe this is Xiaomi’s most visually appealing design yet—but hold on, it’s not without its flaws.

👍👍👍 Two standout upgrades you’ll love:

✅ A massive boost in aesthetics—this sleek design is sure to make appearance enthusiasts leap for joy!
✅ Supports 9 essential apps, covering everything from entertainment and work to travel—plenty for everyday use:
1. Baidu Maps, 2.纵横商旅 (Travel Management), 3. QQ Music, 4. NetEase Cloud Music, 5. Baici斩 (Language Learning), 6. Universal Calendar, 7. Calculator, 8. Himalaya Audio, 9. Dida Checklist.

🙈🙈🙈 Seven hidden issues no one tells you about👇👇:

❌ Can’t reply to WeChat messages directly from the watch.
❌ Doesn’t display WeChat voice notes or images.
❌ Occasionally shows inaccurate weather forecasts.
❌ Maps can only sync navigation from your phone, but this feature comes with frequent hiccups.
❌ iPhone users won’t enjoy full app support and may experience connectivity drops.
❌ No sliding or dial controls for adjusting music volume.
❌ Music apps tend to exit automatically after pausing for a while.

😂😂😂 Six key decision points to keep in mind👇👇:

🙃 Initial performance feels sluggish; requires a firmware update for smoother operation.
🙃 User interface can feel unintuitive and takes time to adapt to.
🙃 The large screen might be too bulky for women or those who often wear long-sleeved clothing—consider carefully.
🙃 Limited storage capacity (only 300MB), so music lovers should think twice.

🙃 The default band uses an internal buckle system, but you can swap it out for third-party alternatives if preferred.
🙃 Priced $100 higher than the previous model—worth the extra cost?

Some people buy it purely for the stunning looks, seeking a beautiful square-shaped fitness tracker. Others might reconsider due to the lack of WeChat functionality—what’s the point of wearing a smartwatch if you can’t reply to messages?

Would you go for the Redmi Watch 5?