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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£150
  • Avg. price in US: ~$150
  • Form factor: wristband
  • Battery life: 7 days
  • Screen size: 1.2 inch

MIO Fuse review. Compare 171 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among fitness trackers and if it is worth buying.

6.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the fitness tracker's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best fitness trackers on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

6.5

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
6.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the fitness tracker's technical performance, covering eight key areas: health tracking, sports features, connectivity, display, battery, smart features, design, and app support.

When it matters: When you want to compare fitness trackers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

7.5

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

5.0

Battery

18.0%

7.0

Health

18.0%

5.9

Display

8.0%

5.2

Smart Features

8.0%

8.6

App & Wellness

4.0%

7.7

Connectivity

4.0%

5.9

Design & Durability

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.

When it matters: When you want to know how a fitness tracker performs in daily use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 5.0
    Swimming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    6.4

    ATM rating

    24.0%

    4.0

    Open-water swim mode

    18.0%

    6.4

    Waterproof depth rating

    15.0%

    4.0

    GPS

    15.0%

    3.0

    Battery life

  • 5.3
    Kids

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.0

    Battery life

    25.0%

    4.1

    Weight

    20.0%

    6.4

    ATM rating

    15.0%

    7.2

    Screen size

    10.0%

    9.7

    Price

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Verdict

The MIO Fuse is a hybrid activity tracker and optical heart rate monitor featuring a 1.2-inch LED matrix display and a soft, water-resistant silicone band (3 ATM). It provides EKG-accurate heart rate data without a chest strap, utilizing ANT+ and Bluetooth 4.0 for seamless connectivity with GPS watches and fitness apps. Key specifications include a 3-axis accelerometer for tracking steps, distance, and calories, alongside a 125 mAh rechargeable battery that lasts 6–7 days with daily workout use or up to 20 hours of continuous heart rate monitoring. Main pros are its high-intensity heart rate accuracy, customizable vibration alerts for HR zones, and offline storage for 30 hours of workouts and 14 days of activity. However, it is often criticized for its bulky design, lack of sleep tracking and silent alarms, and a basic companion app experience compared to its competitors.

Technical Specifications of MIO Fuse

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the fitness tracker's technical performance, covering eight key areas: health tracking, sports features, connectivity, display, battery, smart features, design, and app support.

When it matters: When you want to compare fitness trackers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

?

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

?

Battery

18.0%

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Health

18.0%

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Display

8.0%

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Smart Features

8.0%

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App & Wellness

4.0%

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Connectivity

4.0%

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Design & Durability

6.5
MIO Fuse has a technical score of 6.46 points, which is lower than 74.2% of fitness trackers.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.

When it matters: When you want to know how a fitness tracker performs in daily use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
1.0
MIO Fuse has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 58.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the fitness tracker's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a fitness tracker with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.5

Overall score

40.0%

9.7

Price

7.4
MIO Fuse has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.4 points, which is lower than 80.3% of products in this category.
Heart rate monitor
What it is: Sensor that measures heart rate in real time.
When it matters: When you care about live heart-rate feedback during training or resting trends outside of workouts.

Importance: HIGH

yes
MIO Fuse supports heart rate monitoring. 40.2% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
Resting heart rate
What it is: Measures heart rate while resting.
When it matters: When deeper insight into sleep quality, recovery, or overall readiness matters more than raw numbers alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
MIO Fuse supports Resting heart rate. 52% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
Tracks resting heart rate.
Fast/slow heart rate alerts
What it is: Alerts for heart rates that are too fast or too slow.
When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not support high and low heart rate alerts. 33.7% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
Irregular heart rate alerts
What it is: Warns of irregular or abnormal heart rhythms.
When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

Importance: LOW

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Blood oxygen sensor
What it is: Sensor that measures blood oxygen saturation.
When it matters: When blood oxygen readings are part of the health picture you want from the device instead of relying on heart rate and step count alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
MIO Fuse does not have a blood oxygen sensor. 26.1% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
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GPS
What it is: Satellite navigation capability for positioning and tracking.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want pace, distance, and route tracking without depending completely on your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not have GPS. 11% of fitness trackers have GPS.
Satellite systems supported
What it is: States which satellite navigation systems the device can use for positioning.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse supports no satellite systems which is less versatile than that of 12.2% of fitness trackers and the same as that of 87.8% of fitness trackers.
GNSS bands supported
What it is: Number and type of GNSS frequency bands supported.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

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Galileo support
What it is: Supports Galileo satellite system.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not support Galileo. 4.9% of fitness trackers support Galileo.
Acquires GPS faster
What it is: Shows whether the tracker includes features that help it lock onto satellite positioning more quickly at the start of an outdoor activity.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not support faster GPS acquisition. 7.2% of fitness trackers support faster GPS acquisition.
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Notifications
What it is: Delivers smartphone notifications on the watch.
When it matters: When getting calls, messages, and app alerts on your wrist saves you from checking your phone constantly.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
MIO Fuse does not support notifications. 73% of fitness trackers support notifications.
Vibrating alerts
What it is: Provides vibration-based notifications and alerts.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

yes
MIO Fuse supports vibration alerts. 16.3% of fitness trackers support vibration alerts.
Call control
What it is: Allows control of phone calls from the device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not support call controls. 41.1% of fitness trackers support call controls.
Call answering
What it is: Allows answering calls directly from the device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not support call answering. 1% of fitness trackers support call answering.
Calendar sync
What it is: Syncs calendar events with the connected device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not support calendar sync. 19.9% of fitness trackers support calendar sync.
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Activity reports
What it is: Generates summaries and insights from activity data.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
MIO Fuse supports activity reports. 5.7% of fitness trackers support activity reports.
via Mio Go app
Goal setting
What it is: Allows setting personal fitness or activity goals.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
MIO Fuse supports goal setting. 2.4% of fitness trackers support goal setting.
Achievements
What it is: Rewards progress and completed milestones.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
MIO Fuse supports achievements. 24.3% of fitness trackers support achievements.
Includes milestone trophies.
Inactivity alerts
What it is: Alerts when the user has been inactive for too long.
When it matters: When account rules, app costs, exports, or software flexibility affect whether the ecosystem suits you long term.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not support inactivity alerts. 76.9% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
Coaching
What it is: Provides guided training and workout advice.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not support coaching. 33% of fitness trackers support coaching.
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Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth supported by the device.
When it matters: When wireless stability, pairing quality, and long-term phone compatibility matter more than Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

4.0
MIO Fuse supports Bluetooth 4.0 which is newer than in 5.1% of fitness trackers and equal to that in 51.5% of fitness trackers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: States the maximum Bluetooth connection range supported under normal conditions.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

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NFC
What it is: Supports near-field communication for contactless features.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not have NFC. 10.1% of fitness trackers have NFC.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Connects to wireless internet networks.
When it matters: When the tracker should sync, update, or download data directly without always routing everything through the phone.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not support Wi-Fi. 1.8% of fitness trackers support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Version of Wi-Fi standard supported.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not support modern Wi-Fi. 1% of fitness trackers support modern Wi-Fi.
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Battery life
What it is: Total time the battery lasts on a full charge.
When it matters: When the tracker needs to last through travel, sleep tracking, long workouts, or several days between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >5 days

7 days
MIO Fuse offers a battery life of 7 days which is shorter than that of 53.5% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 22.8% of fitness trackers.
Reported 6-7 day range.
Battery life with GPS on
What it is: Battery duration when GPS tracking is active.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=8 hours

N/A
Battery life in training mode
What it is: Battery duration during active training sessions.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

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Battery life in power-saving mode
What it is: Battery duration when using power-saving mode.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

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Battery capacity
What it is: Energy storage capacity of the battery.
When it matters: When you want rough battery context behind the runtime claim instead of trusting the advertised hours alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=100 mAh

125 mAh
MIO Fuse has a battery capacity of 125 mAh which is higher than that of 54.9% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 2.1% of fitness trackers.
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Display
What it is: Main interface showing information and metrics.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: LOW

yes
MIO Fuse has a display. 24.1% of fitness trackers have a display.
LED matrix shows metrics and time.
Screen size
What it is: Physical size of the device’s display measured diagonally.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.2 inch
MIO Fuse has a screen size of 1.2 inch which is larger than that of 62.9% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 2.8% of fitness trackers.
Display type
What it is: Technology used for the screen, such as AMOLED or LCD.
When it matters: When display technology affects contrast, color quality, power efficiency, or how premium the screen feels.

Importance: MEDIUM

AMOLED
MIO Fuse uses AMOLED display technology which is more advanced than that of 75.3% of fitness trackers and the same as that of 24.8% of fitness trackers.
Screen resolution
What it is: Total number of pixels displayed on the screen.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Pixel density
What it is: Number of pixels per inch determining screen sharpness.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=280 ppi

N/A
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Form factor
What it is: Overall physical design and shape.
When it matters: When materials, shape, and build details affect comfort, durability, or how discreet the device feels.

Importance: LOW

wristband
Hybrid design
What it is: Combines analog and digital display elements.
When it matters: When materials, shape, and build details affect comfort, durability, or how discreet the device feels.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not support Hybrid design. 2.4% of fitness trackers support Hybrid design.
Designed for kids
What it is: Indicates whether the fitness tracker is explicitly designed for children, with child-focused sizing, branding, safety limits, or kid-oriented activity features.
When it matters: This matters when you want a tracker that is genuinely child-focused rather than just a smaller adult model.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse is not designed for kids. 2.4% of fitness trackers are designed for kids.
No child-specific positioning found.
Replaceable watch band
What it is: Ability to replace the wristband with other styles.
When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

Importance: LOW

no
MIO Fuse does not have a replaceable watch band. 76.1% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
Band width
What it is: Width of the strap where it connects to the watch.
When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

Importance: LOW

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MIO Fuse vs the average fitness tracker

  • Lower resting heart rate
    MIO Fuse supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 48.2% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
    Tracks resting heart rate.
    What it is: Measures heart rate while resting.
    When it matters: When deeper insight into sleep quality, recovery, or overall readiness matters more than raw numbers alone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    MIO Fuse supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 48.2% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
  • 0.16 inch larger screen size
    MIO Fuse has a higher screen size than the average fitness tracker (1.2 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.
    What it is: Physical size of the device’s display measured diagonally.
    When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    MIO Fuse has a higher screen size than the average fitness tracker (1.2 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.1.2 inch vs 1.04 inch
  • ANT+ support
    MIO Fuse supports ANT+, while the average fitness tracker does not. 7.3% of fitness trackers support ANT+.
    Supports ANT+ transmit and receive modes.
    What it is: Supports ANT+ sensors and accessories.
    When it matters: When you already use external sensors like chest straps, bike accessories, or gym gear and need the tracker to join that setup cleanly.

    Importance: LOW

    MIO Fuse supports ANT+, while the average fitness tracker does not. 7.3% of fitness trackers support ANT+.
  • 24.8 mm lower height
    MIO Fuse is shorter than the average fitness tracker (16 mm vs 40.8 mm). The average fitness tracker has a height of 40.8 mm.
    What it is: Vertical measurement of the device body.
    When it matters: When overall size, thickness, or weight affects comfort during all-day wear, sleep, or exercise.

    Importance: LOW

    MIO Fuse is shorter than the average fitness tracker (16 mm vs 40.8 mm). The average fitness tracker has a height of 40.8 mm.16 mm vs 40.8 mm
  • Points-based system
    MIO Fuse supports a points-based system, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.1% of fitness trackers support a points-based system.
    Uses PAI.
    What it is: Uses a points system for motivation.
    When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

    Importance: LOW

    MIO Fuse supports a points-based system, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.1% of fitness trackers support a points-based system.
  • Lower resting heart rate
    MIO Fuse supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 48.2% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
  • 0.16 inch larger screen size
    MIO Fuse has a higher screen size than the average fitness tracker (1.2 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.
  • ANT+ support
    MIO Fuse supports ANT+, while the average fitness tracker does not. 7.3% of fitness trackers support ANT+.
  • 24.8 mm lower height
    MIO Fuse is shorter than the average fitness tracker (16 mm vs 40.8 mm). The average fitness tracker has a height of 40.8 mm.
  • Points-based system
    MIO Fuse supports a points-based system, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.1% of fitness trackers support a points-based system.

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Health
Display
Connectivity
Design & Durability
App & Wellness
  • No automatic activity detection
    MIO Fuse does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
  • 3 days shorter battery life
    MIO Fuse has a lower battery life than the average fitness tracker (7 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
    Reported 6-7 day range.
  • Basic display glass
    MIO Fuse uses less durable display glass than the average fitness tracker (polycarbonate vs glass). The average fitness tracker uses glass display glass.
  • No notifications
    MIO Fuse does not support notifications, while the average fitness tracker does. 72.6% of fitness trackers support notifications.
  • No silent alarm
    MIO Fuse does not support a silent alarm, while the average fitness tracker does. 80.4% of fitness trackers support a silent alarm.
  • 52% heavier
    MIO Fuse is heavier than the average fitness tracker (38 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
  • 2 ATM lower water resistance rating
    MIO Fuse has a lower ATM rating than the average fitness tracker (3 ATM vs 5 ATM). The average fitness tracker has an ATM rating of 5 ATM.
  • No replaceable watch band
    MIO Fuse does not have a replaceable watch band, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.7% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
  • 20 m lower waterproof depth rating
    MIO Fuse has a lower waterproof depth rating than the average fitness tracker (30 m vs 50 m). The average fitness tracker has a waterproof depth rating of 50 m.
  • 5 mm thicker design
    MIO Fuse is thicker than the average fitness tracker (16 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.
  • No inactivity alerts
    MIO Fuse does not support inactivity alerts, while the average fitness tracker does. 76.5% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
  • No automatic activity detection
    MIO Fuse does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
    What it is: Automatically recognizes and records physical activities.
    When it matters: When you want common workouts captured even on days when you forget to start tracking manually.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    MIO Fuse does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
  • No notifications
    MIO Fuse does not support notifications, while the average fitness tracker does. 72.6% of fitness trackers support notifications.
    What it is: Delivers smartphone notifications on the watch.
    When it matters: When getting calls, messages, and app alerts on your wrist saves you from checking your phone constantly.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    MIO Fuse does not support notifications, while the average fitness tracker does. 72.6% of fitness trackers support notifications.
  • 3 days shorter battery life
    MIO Fuse has a lower battery life than the average fitness tracker (7 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
    Reported 6-7 day range.
    What it is: Total time the battery lasts on a full charge.
    When it matters: When the tracker needs to last through travel, sleep tracking, long workouts, or several days between charges.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >5 days

    MIO Fuse has a lower battery life than the average fitness tracker (7 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.7 days vs 10 days
  • No silent alarm
    MIO Fuse does not support a silent alarm, while the average fitness tracker does. 80.4% of fitness trackers support a silent alarm.
    What it is: Alarm that vibrates silently instead of sounding.
    When it matters: When you want more discreet or more context-aware alerts than a standard alarm gives you.

    Importance: LOW

    MIO Fuse does not support a silent alarm, while the average fitness tracker does. 80.4% of fitness trackers support a silent alarm.
  • 52% heavier
    MIO Fuse is heavier than the average fitness tracker (38 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
    What it is: Weight of the device including strap.
    When it matters: When overall size, thickness, or weight affects comfort during all-day wear, sleep, or exercise.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <25 g

    MIO Fuse is heavier than the average fitness tracker (38 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.38 g vs 25 g
  • No inactivity alerts
    MIO Fuse does not support inactivity alerts, while the average fitness tracker does. 76.5% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
    What it is: Alerts when the user has been inactive for too long.
    When it matters: When account rules, app costs, exports, or software flexibility affect whether the ecosystem suits you long term.

    Importance: LOW

    MIO Fuse does not support inactivity alerts, while the average fitness tracker does. 76.5% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
  • 2 ATM lower water resistance rating
    MIO Fuse has a lower ATM rating than the average fitness tracker (3 ATM vs 5 ATM). The average fitness tracker has an ATM rating of 5 ATM.
    What it is: Water resistance depth measured in atmospheres.
    When it matters: When you plan to swim, shower, dive, or use the tracker regularly around water.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=5 ATM

    MIO Fuse has a lower ATM rating than the average fitness tracker (3 ATM vs 5 ATM). The average fitness tracker has an ATM rating of 5 ATM.3 ATM vs 5 ATM
  • No replaceable watch band
    MIO Fuse does not have a replaceable watch band, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.7% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
    What it is: Ability to replace the wristband with other styles.
    When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

    Importance: LOW

    MIO Fuse does not have a replaceable watch band, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.7% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about MIO Fuse?

  • Highly accurate optical heart rate monitoring for workouts
  • Comfortable and soft silicone strap material
  • Waterproof design suitable for swimming (up to 30m)
  • Clear, easy-to-read LED display even in bright conditions
  • Vibration and LED indicator alerts for heart rate zones
  • Excellent battery life (typically lasting 6-7 days)
  • Broad compatibility with third-party apps via Bluetooth and ANT+

What customers dislike about MIO Fuse?

  • Bulky and oversized design that can look out of place on small wrists
  • Lacks essential features like sleep tracking and silent alarms
  • Does not support smartphone notifications (texts, calls)
  • Mio GO companion app is often reported as buggy or unintuitive
  • Heart rate monitoring is only active during specific 'workout mode'
  • Touch-capacitive buttons can be unresponsive or accidentally triggered
  • Step counter is sometimes less accurate than competitors

Expert reviews

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arstechnica.com
17/04/2016
Mio Fuse reviewed: A fitness band that works better than it looks

The Mio Fuse is a $129 fitness tracker that prioritizes highly accurate, wrist-bound optical heart rate monitoring over fashion and modern smart features. The bulky, soft silicone band is water-resistant up to 30 meters and designed specifically to remain secure and comfortable during high-intensity workouts. The device features a minimalist LED display hidden beneath the matte...Read more

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phonearena.com
05/08/2015
Mio Fuse Review

The Mio Fuse is a stylish, futuristic fitness tracker built with a comfortable, flexible silicone band that easily contours to the wrist and offers water resistance up to 30 meters. Its standout design feature is a large, eye-catching red LED scrolling display that stays readable in bright light and gives the band a distinct, soft glow. Key advantages (pros) of the device include...Read more

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walk-magazine.com
31/05/2015
Mio FUSE Heart Rate and Activity Tracker Review

Overview of the Mio FUSE Review The Mio FUSE is a strapless heart rate monitor and fitness tracker that the reviewer tested over two months primarily for race walking and speed walking. Made of comfortable, soft rubber, the relatively thick and wide wristband features a bright red dot-matrix display that remains easy to read without glasses. It tracks daily metrics like steps,...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
05/05/2015
Mio Fuse Review - Trusted Reviews

The Trusted Reviews evaluation of the Mio Fuse highlights it as a highly accurate, sport-focused wearable, noting its reliable optical heart rate monitoring, vibration alerts for heart rate zones, and decent, though not perfect, daily tracking metrics. While praised for its performance, the device is held back by a frustrating user interface for checking metrics and a lack of...Read more

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techradar.com
13/02/2015
Mio Fuse review | TechRadar

The Mio Fuse is a wrist-worn heart-rate activity tracker designed for serious fitness enthusiasts rather than casual users looking for a basic step counter. It differentiates itself from competitors by utilizing a highly accurate electro-optical sensor on the underside of the band, completely eliminating the need for a cumbersome chest strap. This sensor tracks blood volume changes...Read more

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pcmag.com
17/12/2014
Mio Fuse Review - PCMag

The Mio Fuse is an Editors' Choice, 4.5-star rated, $149 wrist-worn tracker designed for athletes, featuring highly accurate, strapless optical heart rate monitoring and customizable heart rate zone indicator lights. It provides comprehensive data, including distance, steps, and calories, in a waterproof, sleek design. However, the device is criticized for lacking casual user...Read more

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dcrainmaker.com
23/12/2014
Mio Fuse Activity Tracker and Optical HR Sensor In-Depth Review

The Mio Fuse is a wrist-worn activity tracker and optical heart rate monitor that accurately tracks workouts without requiring a chest strap. It features an identical optical sensor to other Mio products, delivering reliable beats-per-minute (BPM) tracking by illuminating skin capillaries during exercise. Unlike its predecessor, the Mio Link, the Fuse introduces a built-in LED...Read more

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thetestpit.com
14/06/2016
REVIEW: Mio Fuse - The Test Pit

The Mio Fuse is a low-profile, watch-style activity tracker designed for 24/7 wear, including sleep tracking and workout monitoring. Key advantages include its secure watch-strap buckle combined with press studs to lock excess strap, making it much more reliable than competitors with basic press-stud fasteners. It features a waterproof casing with embedded LEDs and highly responsive...Read more

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digitaltrends.com
23/08/2019
Mio Fuse review - Digital Trends Do you need a comparison of this model against newer optical heart rate trackers?

Mio Fuse Review Summary The Mio Fuse is a rugged, sports-oriented fitness tracker designed specifically for athletes and dedicated fitness enthusiasts. Priced at $119, this water-resistant wristband tracks basic metrics like steps, calories, distance, and sleep, while placing its primary focus on highly accurate heart rate monitoring via a built-in optical sensor,,. It features a...Read more

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Gearbrain
09/03/2017
Review: Mio Fuse, fitness tool for athletes not style horses

The GearBrain review rates the Mio Fuse a 6.5 out of 10, characterizing it as a functional, water-resistant workhorse built strictly for athletes rather than fashion-conscious users. A major standout feature is its long-lasting li-poly battery, which easily survives over a week on a single charge with an hour of daily tracked exercise. Priced affordably under $100, the device is...Read more

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theguardian.com
16/05/2015
Is it worth it? Mio Fuse | Fitness - The Guardian

Stuart Heritage's review for The Guardian evaluates the Mio Fuse, a £130 wrist-worn activity tracker designed to record heart rate, steps, distance, and calories burned without a restrictive chest strap. The reviewer praises its lightweight design, noting that it sits so comfortably on the wrist that users quickly forget they are wearing it. He highlights the device's workout mode...Read more

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tailfish.co.uk
10/05/2015
Review: Mio Fuse | Tailfish

The Mio Fuse is a wrist-based heart rate monitor and daily activity tracker that effectively solves the problem of under-boob and back chafing caused by traditional heart rate monitor chest straps. It utilizes the same heart rate technology found in the TomTom Runner Cardio watch. The device provides precise heart rate data that closely matches chest strap measurements. It operates...Read more

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livescience.com
30/03/2015
Mio Fuse: Fitness Tracker Review - Live Science

The Live Science review of the Mio Fuse highlights it as a comfortable, waterproof wearable featuring a 1.2-inch screen and a soft, adjustable silicone strap. As an accurate heart-rate monitor, its main pros include an optical wrist-based sensor eliminating the need for chest straps, plus Bluetooth Smart and ANT+ connectivity for app integration. However, the device has limited...Read more

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wareable.com
23/02/2015
Mio Fuse review - Wareable

The Mio Fuse is a £130/$149 wearable that functions primarily as a highly accurate wrist-based heart rate monitor suited for high-intensity training, featuring a comfortable silicone strap and a user-friendly app. While it excels in optical heart rate accuracy, the device faces stiff competition from more versatile trackers. Key drawbacks highlighted in the review include a somewhat...Read more

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singletracks.com
12/01/2016
Mio Fuse Review Would you like more information on how the Mio Fuse compares to current fitness trackers in terms of heart rate accuracy?

The Mio Fuse is a wrist-based heart rate and activity tracker that offers exceptional optical heart rate accuracy and an easy-to-read display. Designed with a sleek black silicone exterior and a colourful underside, it boasts an impressive battery life that easily lasts nearly a week on a single charge. The device is highly customisable via its companion app, allowing users to...Read more

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medium.com
03/02/2016
Mio Fuse Activity Tracker Review - Medium

The MacSources review identifies the Mio Fuse as a durable, workout-focused tracker featuring an accurate, chest-strap-free optical heart rate sensor and 30-meter water resistance. Its pros include a comfortable silicone design, PAI app integration for tracking recovery, and the ability to store significant amounts of workout data. Medium · Conversely, the review notes the device...Read more

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fitnessmodern.de
20/12/2014
Mio Fuse - Heart Rate Wristband with 24/7 Activity Tracker

The Mio Fuse is a hybrid fitness tracker and wrist-based heart rate monitor that delivers highly accurate optical pulse tracking without needing a chest strap. It features a bright LED display with touchpoints for navigation, alongside a built-in vibration motor and multi-colour LEDs to signal heart rate zone transitions. Operating in two distinct modes, the device acts as a 24/7...Read more

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earnyourbacon.com
09/06/2016
Mio FUSE: An alternative to the chafing chest strap

The Mio FUSE is reviewed as a highly accurate, comfortable alternative to chafing chest straps for athletes who want reliable heart rate monitoring during workouts. Its biggest advantages include exceptional dual connectivity, broadcasting over both Bluetooth and ANT+ simultaneously, which allows it to sync seamlessly with multiple third-party systems like a Garmin Forerunner 920XT...Read more

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christianhahn.superflavor.de
11/07/2015
Mio Fuse Review - Christian Hahn - Stand Up Paddling

The Christian Hahn – Stand Up Paddling review evaluates the Mio Fuse as an all-in-one performance wristband designed to record heart rate, workout data, and daily activity. Written from the perspective of an active stand-up paddler, the review highlights the device's ability to wirelessly transmit captured data to smartphones, bike computers, GPS watches, and other compatible...Read more

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26in.fr
05/11/2017
Mio Fuse 2017 Review - 26-Inch

The Mio Fuse (2017) is a wrist-bound heart rate monitor and activity tracker praised for its comfortable, appealing design and the elimination of uncomfortable chest straps. Tested over a six-month period, the device offers strong battery life both in standby mode and during active sports tracking. Setup is straightforward via the free Mio GO smartphone application for Android and...Read more

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matosvelo.fr
27/02/2015
Review of the Mio Link and Fuse heart rate wristbands

Overview This review covers the Mio Link and Mio Fuse heart rate tracking wristbands (priced at €100 and €150 respectively), which use two LEDs and a photoelectric cell developed with Philips to measure blood flow through the skin. Designed as alternatives to traditional chest straps, both devices are waterproof up to 30 metres and boast a tested accuracy within -1 bpm compared to a...Read more

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stuffi.fr
16/04/2015
Full review of the Mio Fuse activity tracker

The Mio Fuse is a sports-oriented activity tracker praised for its incredibly simple installation process and rapid initial charging time of under 30 minutes via a magnetic USB dock. Its large LED display ensures effortless readability in both indoor and outdoor environments. The band delivers exceptional real-time heart rate accuracy, performing flawlessly when compared against...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
08/08/2015
Mio Fuse Review: The Ultimate Sports Wristband

The Mio Fuse is a sports-focused activity tracker that features an accurate built-in heart rate monitor, making it a viable alternative to dedicated cardio sports watches. The device earns high praise for its long battery life, lasting 8 hours with continuous heart rate tracking and up to 15 days in standard tracker mode. It stands out for its highly readable, large red LED display...Read more

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smarthealth.live
09/04/2015
SmartHealth Review: Mio Fuse

The Mio Fuse is a hybrid 24/7 activity tracker and wrist-based heart rate monitor designed for fitness enthusiasts who want to replace traditional chest straps. Built on Philips' optical LED technology, it delivers outstanding accuracy during workouts like running, cycling, and rowing, which easily matches the reliability of top-tier chest straps. The device functions smoothly as an...Read more

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