Ultra 3 Pro vs Ultra 3+: Which Smartwatch Should You Actually Get?
Standing in front of two smartwatches that look almost identical but sit RM90 apart in price is a very specific kind of confusing. The Ultra 3+ is priced at RM99, while the Ultra 3 Pro comes in at RM189. If you’ve been comparing the two and wondering what that extra RM90 actually buys you, you’re not alone. Both share the same 49mm case and the same “Ultra” DNA, but the differences underneath the screen are bigger than you’d expect.
Here’s a proper breakdown so you can pick the one that actually matches how you live, not just the one with the shinier name.
Let’s Talk Price First
The Ultra 3+ is priced at RM99, while the Ultra 3 Pro comes in at RM189. That’s a RM90 gap, which is a meaningful jump for what looks like the same watch at first glance. But as you’ll see below, that RM90 buys real functionality, not just a name upgrade, so it’s worth knowing exactly what you’re paying for before you decide.
Ultra 3 Pro vs Ultra 3+: The Quick Answer
If you want the short version: the Ultra 3+ is priced at RM99 and covers calls, notifications, and basic health tracking well. The Ultra 3 Pro is priced at RM189, and that extra RM90 goes toward serious fitness tracking, swim resistance, and onboard storage.
| Ultra 3+ | Ultra 3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM99 | RM189 |
| Screen | 2.04″ IPS | 2.05″ HD IPS |
| Case size | 49mm x 44mm x 14.4mm | 49mm x 44mm x 14.4mm |
| Sports modes | 11 | 100+ |
| Health modes | 11 | 12 (adds blood fat tracking) |
| Water resistance | IP67 (splash and rain only) | IP68 (swim-safe up to 30 minutes) |
| On-watch storage | Not available | Stores 50+ photos and 50+ songs |
| Battery | Up to a week, depending on usage | Up to a week, depending on usage |
| Charging | Wireless, about 150 minutes to full | Wireless, about 150 minutes to full |
| Companion app | Mactive Pro | Mactive Pro |
| Colours | Black, Gold, Titanium, Starlight | Black, Starlight, Blue, Pink |
Sports Tracking: Casual Steps vs Serious Training
This is where the two watches really part ways. The Ultra 3+ covers the basics well: running, walking, hiking, football, badminton, basketball, and a handful of others, 11 modes in total. That’s more than enough if you’re someone who just wants to log a jog around the neighbourhood or track your daily activity without fuss.
The Ultra 3 Pro takes it further with over 100 sports modes, covering everything from treadmill sessions to jump rope to cycling variations. If you rotate through different workouts during the week or you’re the type to try a new sport every other month, the Pro is built to actually keep up with you instead of just having a generic “exercise” button.
Can You Swim With It?
Here’s a genuinely practical difference: the Ultra 3+ carries an IP67 rating, which handles sweat, rain, and the occasional splash, but it’s not made for swimming. The Ultra 3 Pro steps up to IP68 and can handle up to 30 minutes in the water.
So if your routine includes pool laps, or you just want the peace of mind of not worrying every time you wash your hands, that upgrade alone might justify the price difference for you.
Storage: Leaving Your Phone Behind
This one surprises a lot of people. The Ultra 3 Pro has actual onboard storage, enough for over 50 photos and 50 songs, so you can head out for a run with music playing straight from your wrist and no phone in your pocket. The Ultra 3+ doesn’t have this feature at all; it needs your phone nearby for music playback.
If you’ve ever wanted to do a gym session or a walk without carrying your phone, this is a bigger deal than it sounds.
Health Monitoring: A Small But Useful Add-On
Both watches track the essentials well: heart rate, blood pressure, blood oxygen, sleep, sedentary reminders, drink reminders, blood glucose, uric acid, body temperature, ECG, and period tracking, all monitored with 24-hour heart rate tracking in the background.
The Ultra 3 Pro adds one more metric to that list: blood fat tracking. It’s not a dramatic difference, but if you’re someone who already keeps an eye on these numbers, it’s a nice bonus rather than a reason to upgrade on its own.
Everything Else Is the Same
It’s worth pointing out what hasn’t changed. Both watches share the same case dimensions and weight, both charge wirelessly in around the same time, both connect through the Mactive Pro app, and both let you make and answer Bluetooth calls plus reply to WhatsApp messages with text, voice, or quick replies. So you’re not sacrificing the core smartwatch experience by going with the more affordable option.
So, Which One Should You Get?
Ultra 3+ (RM99) is best for first-time smartwatch buyers. If you’ve never owned a smartwatch and just want to try one out without committing hundreds of ringgit, this is the safer entry point. You still get calls, WhatsApp replies, notifications, and solid everyday health tracking, everything you actually need to figure out if a smartwatch fits into your life, without paying for features you might not even use yet.
Ultra 3 Pro (RM189) is best for people who already know smartwatches and know exactly what they want. If you’ve owned one before and you know you’ll actually use 100+ sports modes, want swim-proof reliability, or need onboard storage for music, the extra RM90 is going toward features you’ll use from day one rather than ones you’re still discovering.
Either way, you’re getting a watch built around the same comfortable 49mm design, so it really comes down to how experienced you are with smartwatches and how much of that extra RM90 you’ll actually put to use. Browse the full Ultra 3 series on TigerGadget to compare colourways and see which one fits your wrist and your routine best.
