Today, I completed a 10km run using the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro and tested its advanced running features. To summarize quickly: the running capabilities of the Fit 4 Pro are surprisingly advanced and accurate for its price point.
Fit 4 Pro Basic Hardware
Even before starting my run, I noticed the built-in loudspeaker. It can play music aloud or provide voice broadcasts during your run, such as updates on current pace, distance traveled, calories burned, and more (details below). I just wanted to highlight the speaker—it’s a standout feature.
The Fit 4 Pro also includes onboard storage for MP3 songs and the ability to create playlists, helping you stay motivated without needing your phone.
Other hardware features useful for runners include:
- Lightweight design: The watch weighs only 30.4g (without the strap), making it comfortable for long runs.
- Bright display: The Fit 4 Pro’s screen reaches up to 3000 nits of peak brightness—perfect for outdoor visibility.
- Barometric altimeter: This measures altitude in real time, allowing you to track elevation gain accurately.
Another handy feature is Bluetooth connectivity for earphones or headsets. You can listen to music privately, and the voice coach will broadcast updates directly through them.
The Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro also features a medically certified ECG sensor. You can record an ECG anytime (e.g., if you feel cardiac symptoms after a run) and share it with your doctor. Interestingly, the watch even prompts you to take an ECG about 30 minutes post-run.
The ECG sensor is one of the key features distinguishing the Fit 4 Pro from the base Fit 4 model. Check our full comparison of Fit 4 Pro vs. Fit 4 for more details.
Running Features
The Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro handles basic distance tracking like any sports watch, but with enhanced accuracy thanks to multi-band, multi-system GPS (including GPS, BeiDou, Galileo, GLONASS, QZSS, and more). Huawei calls this its Sunflower Positioning System, which is also found on higher-end models like the GT 6 Pro.
Running Form
The Fit 4 Pro provides advanced running form metrics without needing external sensors:
- Vertical oscillation: Measures your bounce height while running.
- Ground contact time: Tracks how long each foot stays on the ground. Elite runners typically have shorter contact times.
- Running balance: Shows if you’re leaning more to one side. In my run, for example, I leaned slightly more to the right.
The ideal balance is 50/50 left and right. Imbalance can add extra stress to one side, increasing injury risk.
Fit 4 Pro Running Coach
One feature that really surprised me was the offline voice coach. It provides real-time progress updates during your run—no internet or phone required unlike the Apple Watch Series 11.
During my run, I heard reminders like:
- Distance covered after each kilometer.
- Running form feedback.
- Calories burned and average pace.
- A midpoint alert when I reached 50% of my goal (5km in this case).
Training Load and Recovery Time
The Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro calculates aerobic and anaerobic training load using factors like heart rate zones, pace zones, and workout duration—tailored to your fitness level. This is impressive value for the price.
Compared to Garmin devices, you’d often need a much more expensive model (like the Venu series) for similar advanced metrics.
Recovery Time
This has two key aspects for runners:
- Post-run recovery time: Displayed in hours after finishing a workout.
- Recovery percentage: Starts at 100% when fully recovered. At around 80%, the watch notes you can handle full-intensity sessions. Below 60%, it recommends moderate intensity only.
In conclusion, the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro is one of the most feature-packed watches in its price range, offering excellent value for runners of all levels.
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