| Amazfit Balance | Garmin Forerunner 165 | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 53/100 (Good) | 78/100 (Great) |
| Official API ⚡ | No API (0/25) | Partner/business only (10/25) |
| Data export | Local raw files (25/25) | Local raw files (25/25) |
| Gadgetbridge / open firmware | Supported (20/20) | Supported (20/20) |
| Home Assistant ⚡ | None (0/15) | Community (HACS) (8/15) |
| Subscription ⚡ | Optional (8/15) | Not needed (15/15) |
| Subscription | Zepp Aura (optional) | None |
⚡ = where they differ.
Amazfit Balance
Supported by Gadgetbridge (requires extracting an auth key once), so you can use it fully offline. No public personal API. Zepp Aura is an optional subscription.
API · Export · Home Assistant
Garmin Forerunner 165
Same data story as other Garmins: FIT files, Gadgetbridge support, community HA integration, business-only official API.
API · Export · Home Assistant
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