Your Amazfit Bip 6 Has Secrets: 9 Features I Wish I Knew Sooner

When I first started using my Amazfit Bip 6, I thought I had the basics down—set up a watch face, track some steps, done. But wow, I was missing out.

Turns out, this little watch has some powerful features that most people never even notice.

Once I started digging around, I found settings that made my daily routine way easier—and honestly, a lot more fun.

Here are 9 of my favorite hidden features that I wish I had found sooner. If you use a Bip 6, these tips might just surprise you, too.

1. Wrist Lock = Privacy on Point

Ever handed your watch to someone, then realized all your messages and health info were on display? Not great.

That’s why I turned on Wrist Lock right away. Now, the watch locks when I take it off, and only I can unlock it with a passcode.

How to turn it on:

• Go to Settings > Preferences > Wrist Lock
• Set your code, and you’re good to go

Now I feel better leaving it on my desk or taking it off at the gym.

2. Offline Voice Control — No Wi-Fi Needed

This one surprised me. You can control the Bip 6 with your voice—even if your phone isn’t nearby and there’s no Wi-Fi.

I use it to start workouts, mute notifications, or open apps without touching anything.

Set it up:

• Go to Settings > Voice Assistant > Offline Voice Control
• Pick how long it listens (I use 15 seconds)
• Choose your language (English works great)

You’ll see three wake-up mode options:

• Respond within five seconds of turning your wrist (max battery saver)
• Respond within five seconds after the screen lights up
• Respond within 15 seconds after the screen lights up (uses more battery)

I usually pick the second or third option, depending on how much battery I want to save.

Now I just say “Start workout” or “Turn on DND,” and it works like magic.

Available Voice Commands:

• System controls: watch face, do not disturb, battery saver, theater mode, volume control, brightness control
• App controls: open calendar, open workouts
• Workout controls: start running, pause running
• Alarm, timer, and reminder controls

You can even change the language for offline controls.

3. Customizing App View and Screen Orientation

I love options, and the Bip 6 lets me tweak how I use the watch visually.

Switch Between List View and Grid View: If you like seeing icons in a grid (think smartphone-style) rather than a scrollable list:

1. Open Settings.
2. Tap Preferences.
3. Select App View.
4. Choose Grid View for a tile layout, or List View for the classic scrolling list.

Switching to grid view makes it easier for me to tap apps quickly, especially when I’m in a hurry.

Change Screen Orientation: This is perfect for lefties or righties:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Tap Preferences, then Varying Direction.
3. Choose if the buttons should be on the right or left.
4. The screen rotates, keeping the buttons on the outside edge of your wrist.

Whether I wear my watch on the left or right arm, it’s always comfortable and accessible.

4. Multiple Timers = My Secret Weapon

Whether I’m cooking, working out, or doing chores, I always need timers. And the Bip 6 lets me run more than one at the same time.

How it works:

• Open the Timer app
• Tap the “+” to add new timers
• Start, pause, or stop each one on its own

This is one of the most useful features I never knew I needed.

5. Sleep Schedule That Helps

I’ve been trying to sleep better, and the Bip 6 made it easier to stick to a routine.

You can set a bedtime and wake-up goal, get reminders to wind down, and even set a vibration alarm that doesn’t wake up anyone else.

Sleep Metrics You’ll See:

• Sleep time
• Wake-up time
• REM
• Light sleep
• Deep sleep

Where to find it:

• Sleep app > Settings > Sleep Schedule

Now I wake up feeling more rested—and I’m sleeping on time.

6. Workout Customization and Advanced Settings

The Bip 6 offers a workout toolkit that’s better than many pricier watches. I can tailor almost every element to fit my training plan.

I’m no pro athlete, but I still like tracking my runs and walks. The Bip 6 lets me set goals for distance or calories, pause automatically when I stop, and even use a Virtual Pacer to keep a steady speed.

Setting Workout Goals and Alerts

To customize workouts:

1. Open Workouts.
2. Choose your activity (e.g., Treadmill).
3. Tap Settings and then Assistant.

Here you can:

• Set workout goals (distance, time, calories)
• Turn on workout alerts for heart rate zones, distance targets, and more
• Enable auto lap (distance or time)
• Activate auto pause (by pace or when still)
• Use a virtual pacer to keep a steady pace
• Add cadence assistance for step frequency

Interval Training Setup

I set up intervals for sprint sessions by:

• Choosing training time, rest, and number of loops
• Adding a cool-down period if needed

Everything updates instantly, so I’m always in control.

Customizing Workout Data Pages

Want to see more than heart rate? Here’s how:

1. While setting up a workout, tap More.
2. Select which data you want on each page: duration, distance, heart rate, pace, average pace, cadence, average cadence, calories, training effect.
3. Add or remove pages depending on what helps you track your session best.

Activity-Specific Settings

Different sports? No problem:

• For pool swimming, set lane length (25m, 50m, 25yd, or custom)
• Enable autolap or configure aerobic/anaerobic thresholds
• Set duration, calorie goals, or conditional pause

All workouts have their own contextual settings, so I get options that make sense for each activity. For an $80 watch, that’s a lot of training flexibility.

7. The Compass Helps Outdoors

I didn’t think I’d use the compass much… until I got a little lost on a trail.

You can lock a direction, and the watch tells you how far off you are. Great for hiking or even long walks in new areas.

Try it:

• Open the Compass app
• Calibrate it when asked
• Tap the lock icon to set your direction

It’s saved me more than once.

8. Want the Screen to Stay On Longer? Easy Fix

I hate when the screen turns off while I’m cooking or following a map. But thankfully, you can keep the display on for up to 20 minutes.

To do it:

• Swipe down to open Quick Settings
• Tap the screen icon
• Pick how long it should stay on

Just don’t forget—Longer screen times uses more battery, so I only turn it on when I need it.

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Final Thoughts: This Watch Does More Than I Expected

The Amazfit Bip 6 surprised me. For under $80, it has features that even more expensive smartwatches sometimes miss.

Voice control, sleep tools, workout options, timers, and even a compass—there’s a lot packed into this tiny device. And once you know where to look, it becomes way more useful.

Got a Favorite Bip 6 Trick? Share It in the Comments!

I’m always looking to learn more from other users. If you’ve discovered a clever Bip 6 feature or hack, let me know below—I’d love to include it in an update!

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