Which is better for running and cycling?

The Redmi Watch 5 Lite. Its built-in GPS records distance and pace without your phone, and it has 150+ sport modes. The LBSAU has no GPS and only general activity tracking.

Which lasts longer between charges?

The Redmi. Xiaomi rates it at up to 18 days of typical use, or about 7 days with Always-On Display on. LBSAU does not publish a battery figure.

Can I swim with either watch?

The Redmi is rated 5ATM, so it handles swimming and showers. The LBSAU is IP68, which covers splashes and brief immersion but is not rated for swimming.

Does the LBSAU work with an iPhone?

No. LBSAU lists Android compatibility only. The Redmi Watch 5 Lite works with Android 8.0+ and iOS 12.0+.

Is the Redmi worth stepping up to?

Yes for most shoppers. You get a sharper AMOLED screen, GPS, heart rate and SpO2 sensors, and 5ATM water resistance. The LBSAU only makes sense if you want basic step counting on Android.

Which has the better screen?

The Redmi. Its 1.96-inch AMOLED at 410x502 and 332 PPI is sharper and supports Always-On Display. LBSAU gives a 1.83-inch color screen with no stated resolution.

LBSAU 1.83" HD Smart Watch vs Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Lite

The Redmi Watch 5 Lite is the better watch for most people. It has a larger, sharper AMOLED screen, built-in GPS, heart rate and SpO2 sensors, 5ATM water resistance and a battery rated at up to 18 days. The LBSAU is a basic fitness tracker with a 1.83-inch screen and IP68 splash resistance, and its Android-only pairing limits it. Buy the LBSAU only if you want a simple, low-cost step and calorie tracker and do not need GPS or health sensors.

Choose the LBSAU if you want a basic step and calorie tracker for Android and do not need GPS, heart rate or blood oxygen readings.
Choose the Redmi Watch 5 Lite if you want a sharp AMOLED screen, standalone GPS, heart rate and SpO2 tracking, and longer battery life on Android or iPhone.

Prices

LBSAU 1.83" HD Smart Watch: $22.04 at eBay (last seen Nov 9)
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Lite: $49.99 at Amazon (checked today)
Difference: the LBSAU 1.83" HD Smart Watch is $27.95 cheaper than the Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Lite at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 14)

LBSAU 1.83''HD Smart Watch for Men Women

	LBSAU 1.83" HD Smart Watch	Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Lite
Display	1.83-inch color screen, resolution not stated	1.96-inch AMOLED, 410x502, 332 PPI, Always-On support
Health sensors	Activity and calorie tracking only	Heart rate, SpO2 and sleep monitoring
GPS	No standalone GNSS; relies on the phone	Five-system GNSS for phone-free route tracking
Water resistance	IP68, splash and brief immersion	5ATM, rated for swimming and showers
Battery life	Not stated by the maker	470mAh, up to 18 days typical, about 7 with Always-On
Phone compatibility	Android only	Android 8.0+ and iOS 12.0+
Calling	Bluetooth and cellular listed, calling not specified	Bluetooth 5.3 calling with dual-mic noise cancellation
Sport modes	General fitness tracking	150+ sport modes

Spec	LBSAU 1.83" HD Smart Watch	Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Lite
Display	Digital	1.96" AMOLED, 410x502, 332 PPI
Connectivity	Bluetooth, Cellular	Bluetooth 5.3 with Bluetooth calling
edition	Black	—
color	Other	—
Style	Wrist	—
Department	Unisex	—
Water Resistant	Yes	—
Tracker	Activity, Calorie	—
With Alarm	Yes	—
Case Shape	Square	—
Color (Strap)	Black	—
Water Resistant (classification)	IP68	—

Spec	LBSAU 1.83" HD Smart Watch	Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 Lite
Screen Size (")	1.83	—
Color (Watch)	Black	—
Smartphone Compatibility	Android	—
Color Screen	Yes	—
Sports	Fitness	—
Sensors	—	Heart rate, SpO2, accelerometer, gyroscope
GNSS	—	GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou, QZSS
Battery	—	470mAh, up to 18 days typical use
Water Resistance	—	5ATM
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