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| The Amazfit Helio Core is a wearable, or just a wearable module to be more exact |
If you’re serious about training, you know the struggle: mid-sprint or mid-lift, your smartwatch lights up with a notification, breaking your concentration. For athletes looking to minimize digital distraction—or who compete in events where full smartwatches are banned—the original Amazfit Helio offered a compelling, screen-free solution. Now, Zepp Health is doubling down on that concept with a new, more accessible option: the Amazfit Helio Core.
Priced at just $70, the Helio Core is now available for U.S. customers in three vibrant colorways: FireCore, SpiritCore, and NeonCore. It’s important to note that this is a sensor-focused launch; the package includes the core sensor unit itself, but not the proprietary charging base or a dedicated Helio strap. This modular approach opens up some interesting possibilities.
So, what exactly is the Helio Core? Think of it as the essential brain of a fitness tracker, stripped of the screen. It packs a processor, integrated storage, and Bluetooth connectivity into a compact pod. Its purpose is to capture your workout data—heart rate, movement, timing—and sync it seamlessly to your phone for analysis, all without the temptation of a glowing display on your wrist.
But who is this tiny device for? Zepp Health seems to be targeting a niche of highly focused athletes and versatile trainers. The beauty of the Core is its flexibility. Without a built-in strap, you’re encouraged to get creative. Slip it under a sweatband, secure it with an armband meant for a smartphone, or even attach it to your leg.
This last option is particularly clever for “leg day” enthusiasts, allowing for more accurate tracking of movements like squats and lunges, where wrist-based data can be less reliable. It also presents an intriguing potential for integration into other wearable forms, though Zepp has not announced any official partnerships.
For those ready to embrace a distraction-free training data, the Helio Core is now available for purchase directly from the source. You can find full specs and order your chosen color variant here: Amazfit Helio Core.
Of course, if you prefer a more traditional, out-of-the-box experience, the complete Amazfit Helio system with its included strap remains an excellent choice. The dedicated strap, which houses the sensor securely, is also sold separately for those who start with the Core and later want a dedicated mount.
Currently, the Amazfit Helio Strap is listed on Amazon for $99, providing a way to complete your setup. You can check its availability and pricing here: Amazfit Helio Strap on Amazon.
As of now, Zepp Health has not announced plans, a timeline, or pricing for the Helio Core in markets outside the United States. For U.S.-based athletes seeking pure performance data without the fuss, this new, affordable sensor pod offers a unique way to track the work while staying utterly in the zone.
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| The Helio Core module is available with charger and a strap, which basically turns it into a proper wearable |