BIGGERFIVE Kids Fitness Tracker, 1.8-inch screen

The 1.8-inch touch screen gives this kids’ fitness tracker a larger display for checking activity and navigating its features. It counts steps, distance, calories burned and active minutes, with 80 sports modes for activities such as walking, running, cycling and basketball. The watch can be used without a phone app, while connecting to the BIGGERFIVE app unlocks additional options. That split matters if you want basic tracking on the wrist but would rather manage some features from a compatible smartphone.

Best use cases

For a child who likes seeing daily movement add up, the step counter and active-minute tracking offer a straightforward prompt to get outside or be more active. A practical example: after a walk or bike ride, they can check their activity on the watch rather than needing to open an app. Heart-rate monitoring and sleep tracking add information about everyday routines, though the listing doesn’t explain how those readings are measured or intended to be interpreted.

There are also five built-in puzzle games. Parents can use the app to restrict game access at school or lock the games all the time, which may suit families looking for a little entertainment with a way to manage when it’s available. What does that mean in an ordinary school week? The watch can still serve as an activity tracker while games are restricted through the app. It suits you if you want activity features and basic games in one device, it may not be for you if you’re looking for a dedicated sports watch with detailed training information, which isn’t described here.

Product specs

• Type: Kids’ smartwatch and fitness tracker
• Screen: 1.8-inch HD touch screen
• Activity tracking: Steps, distance, calories burned and active minutes
• Sports modes: 80, including walking, running, cycling and basketball
• Health features: Real-time heart-rate monitoring and sleep tracking
• Water resistance: IP68
• Games: Five built-in puzzle games, with app-based controls
• App use: Can operate without the app, app features require a compatible Android 6.0+ or iOS 9.0+ smartphone
• Watch faces: More than 100 cloud dials in the app, including options using a child’s own photos
• Material: Nylon

Where it shines

The useful distinction is between wearing it as a standalone tracker and pairing it with a phone for extras. Without the app, a child can use the watch independently, with the app, there are more watch-face choices and controls for the games. That may appeal to households that want to start with wrist-based tracking rather than make phone access part of every use. The trade-off is that app-dependent customisation and game restrictions do rely on a compatible smartphone.

Its broad activity list should suit everyday movement across different interests, while the sleep and heart-rate features extend beyond counting steps. The listing doesn’t provide battery life, detailed health guidance or swimming-specific information, so those needs are hard to assess from the supplied details. IP68 is stated, but that alone doesn’t clarify which water activities the manufacturer recommends. Given its design, it’s best to treat those as points to confirm if they’re central to your decision.

Final decision

This BIGGERFIVE watch makes sense for families who want a child-focused activity tracker with a large touch screen, several sports modes and optional app controls for games and watch faces. The ability to use it without an app is a practical advantage if phone pairing isn’t part of the everyday routine. Choose a simpler step counter if you don’t need games, sleep tracking or multiple activity modes, look elsewhere if your priority is detailed training data or clearly specified swimming use. Before choosing, make sure the nylon material and 1.8-inch screen suit the child who’ll wear it.