What You Need to Know
Blackview positions the Blackview R5 AMOLED as a affordable smartwatches, asking $35.97. After 184 customer reviews on Amazon, the verdict is a very good 4.0 stars. We've ranked it #36 out of 44 in this category. It won't beat the top picks on raw rating, but at 68% below the category average price, it has a different value proposition.
What's in the Box
Construction at $35.97 skews toward functional rather than premium - expect plastic over metal and basic finishing.
Worth noting on the Blackview R5 AMOLED specifically - reviews repeatedly flag "1.43" AMOLED display" as a standout.
Specifications
- Brand: Blackview
- Price: $35.97 (well below the $114.00 category average)
- Amazon rating: 4.0 of 5.0
- Reviews: 184
- Category rank: #36 of 44 in smartwatches
- Cheaper in category: 9 products
- Higher-rated in category: 42 products
- More-reviewed in category: 33 products
Owner Reports
A 4.0-star average from 184 buyers means most are happy, but a meaningful slice - roughly 15-20% - has at least some complaint. The pattern in the negative reviews matters more than the average itself.
Common positives:
- 1.43" AMOLED display
- Bluetooth calling
- IP68 waterproof
Common complaints:
- Unknown brand
- Basic software
For context, the average rating in the smartwatches category is 4.4 stars, so this one is rated below typical.
The Budget Angle
At $35.97, the Blackview R5 AMOLED sits well below the $114.00 category average. 9 options are cheaper and 34 are more expensive.
The category leader is the Fitbit Versa 4 ($149.95, 4.2★, 18,935 reviews). The Blackview R5 AMOLED is $113.98 cheaper, which is the main reason to pick it over the leader.
Most-reviewed alternatives (more buyer data):
- Fitbit Charge 6 - $154.95, 4.1★ (19,905 reviews) · Roughly comparable
- Fitbit Versa 4 - $149.95, 4.2★ (18,935 reviews) · Higher rated
- Garmin vívoactive 5 - $197.99, 4.4★ (10,024 reviews) · Higher rated
If rating alone is your filter, the highest-rated option in this category is the Qonbink Fitness Smartwatch at 5.0★. If pure price is the filter, the cheapest is the Motast Smartwatch 2025 at $15.99.
The Buy/Skip Call
Yes if you're shopping price. It's significantly cheaper than the category average, the rating is acceptable, and you're not missing anything that justifies double the spend for most users.
Best fit for:
- Budget shoppers who want functional smartwatches without overspending
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- 1.43" AMOLED display
- Bluetooth calling
- IP68 waterproof
Cons:
- Unknown brand
- Basic software
Final Take
7.1/10
Below-average rating in a category with several stronger options. Hard to recommend over higher-ranked alternatives unless a specific feature seals it.