SPC Smartee Boost, we reviewed this inexpensive GPS sports watch
SPC is a Spanish technology brand that has been present in the market for more than 30 years. In a terrain as hostile as that of technologies, the company has been gaining a gap between so much competition with decisive products and within reach of all budgets. The SPC Smartee Boost smartwatch is a sign of its maturity. It incorporates GPS for a detailed record of our routes and a total of 15 sports activities with data displays. In addition, it is capable of reaching the deep sea with its 50 meters. We review all the features of the SPC smartwatch.
Design and materials: SPC Smartee Boost, we reviewed this inexpensive GPS sports watch
The design of SPC’s sports smartwatch is clearly reminiscent of the popular Apple Watch . It shows its traditional square shape with rounded corners and a physical button to turn on the screen. The case is 37 x 12 mm in size, quite compact for comfortable use in sports activities. Plastic construction with outstanding finishes, especially if we talk about its great sealing factor. Combine gray for the frame and black for the back.
As we have mentioned, the side button only serves to turn on the screen and accept / cancel functions. The vast majority of actions are done by moving our fingers across the 1.3-inch IPS touch screen. Inside the box we find the removable black silicone strap. With it attached, the watch gets a total length of 250mm. On the other hand, considering the construction and the 210 mAh battery, the weight stays at a correct 35 g.
The user experience is fantastic, it does not disturb sports activities or even while we sleep. Thanks to the concept of curved lines, the corners of the watch do not dig into the wrist. Since it is a budget-friendly smartwatch, it lacks a speaker for listening to music and there is no trace of a microphone either. In addition, it includes the corresponding heart sensor. In short, it is a model to wear all day and capable of withstanding dives of up to 50 meters (5 ATM).
Technical characteristics of the SPC Smartee Boost: SPC Smartee Boost, we reviewed this inexpensive GPS sports watch
SMARTEE BOOST SPORTS GPS WATCH | |
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Dimensions | 250 x 37 x 12 mm |
Weight | 35 g |
Colors | Black – gray |
Materials | Plastic |
Waterproof | 5 ATM (50 meters) |
Gps | Integrated |
Connectivity | Bluetooth 4.2 |
Compatibility | Smartee App (Android, iOS) |
Features |
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Sports log |
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Screen | 1.3 ”IPS-LCD 240 × 240 px |
Battery | 210 mAh |
Autonomy | Up to 12 days |
Box contents | Clock, USB charging cable, manual |
Smartwatch Settings and Menu: SPC Smartee Boost, we reviewed this inexpensive GPS sports watch
Although its functions can be scary, the watch rejects complicated menus to start up in just a few seconds. Thanks to the Bluetooth 4.2 connection, the smartwatch is linked to our phone or tablet with the free Smartee App , available in the Android and iOS stores. This app records and stores all the data obtained during the day, with a detailed graphical display of our goals and challenges.
Smartee Boost Menu
First screen: sports function, heart rate, relaxation exercise and alarm.
Second screen: smartphone music control, stopwatch, 3-day weather forecast and sports activity log.
Third screen: clock settings.
SPC Smartee Boost Main Features (2021)
Phone calls. As a good smartwatch, the watch has a call notifier. A practical function if we have the phone in our pocket or it catches us in the middle of a meeting. Since it does not include a microphone, we cannot answer calls from the watch. However, we can reject the call if we do not want to continue listening to it. The name of the contact from the phonebook or the phone number is displayed.
Notifications. First of all, the watch has a section for remote notifications from the smartphone. From the app it is possible to select the applications from which we want to obtain information such as Telegram, Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, etc. To continue, the text of our messages is displayed but it is not possible to reply to them. Up to a maximum of 10 notifications are stored.
Sport. Thanks to the 15 sports activities included, we obtain a complete record of data such as distance traveled, average speed, calories, heart rate, etc. In addition, those activities carried out outside allow us to activate the integrated GPS, with a representation of the route on Google Maps. Another aspect is that it maintains the remote control of the music from our wrist. Finally, add the virtual competitor mode that competes with your last record. That is, the meters that distance you, pace and speed are shown.
Health functions. The heart rate monitor is present in sports activities. However, we can also activate a continuous measurement record, to control the values of the measurements of the day. It also includes a guided breathing exercise, sleep monitoring, and female health (checking menstrual cycles).
Battery and autonomy
Finally, the brand tells us about an autonomy of up to 12 days of use with a 210 mAh battery. However, this figure depends on the use of the different functions of the Smartee Boost (GPS, heart rate, etc). In our time of use, the autonomy has reached 9 days of use with periodic activities. Battery charging is done using the USB cable and magnetic charging pins.
Availability and price of the Smartee Boost
In conclusion, the SPC sports watch that does the job, good performance at a moderate price. The implementation of GPS opens up the possibilities of route recording and the virtual competitor is very addictive. The registration of the steps has seemed correct to us as well as the heart rate monitor. Sleep control is carried out within a time zone that we have established. We award the Gizlogic Silver Award.
- Compact design
- Bluetooth connectivity with multimedia remote control
- High autonomy
- IPS screen with good level of brightness for outdoors
- GPS positioning and route recording on map
- Does not include a smaller strap
- Remote options are somewhat more limited than on other watches