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Avg. price in UK: ~£20
Avg. price in US: ~$20
Form factor: wristband
Battery life: 20 days
Screen size: 0.42 inch

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 review. Compare 171 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among fitness trackers and if it is worth buying.

7.2

Very good

6.8

Good

8.7

Excellent

5.7
Swimming
Score components:
28.0%
9.0
ATM rating
24.0%
4.0
Open-water swim mode
18.0%
1.2
Waterproof depth rating
15.0%
4.0
GPS
15.0%
9.5
Battery life
8.1
Kids
Score components:
30.0%
9.5
Battery life
25.0%
9.0
Weight
20.0%
9.0
ATM rating
15.0%
1.0
Screen size
10.0%
10
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The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an ultra-affordable fitness tracker featuring a 0.42-inch monochrome OLED display and a single capacitive touch button for navigating metrics like time, steps, and heart rate. It is equipped with a 70mAh battery providing up to 20 days of life, an ADI accelerometer for pedometer functions, and an optical heart rate sensor, all housed in an IP67 water-resistant body. Main pros include its exceptional battery longevity, lightweight design (approx. 7g module), and basic smart notifications for calls and apps. However, it lacks integrated GPS, the display can be difficult to read in direct sunlight, and the heart rate monitor does not support continuous all-day tracking.

Technical Specifications of Xiaomi Mi Band 2

Overall score

7.2

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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.

Health

6.5

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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

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

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

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

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

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Sports & Navigation

7.5

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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

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

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

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

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

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Smart Features

7.3

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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

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

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

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

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

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App & Wellness

6.6

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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

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

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

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

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

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Connectivity

7.5

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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

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

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

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

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Battery

7.4

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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

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

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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

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Display

5.2

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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

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

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

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

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

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Design & Durability

7.6

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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

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

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

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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Xiaomi Mi Band 2 vs the average fitness tracker

Why is Xiaomi Mi Band 2 better than the average fitness tracker?

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10 days longer battery life
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (20 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of 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
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (20 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.20 days vs 10 days
24% lighter
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is lighter than the average fitness tracker (19 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
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is lighter than the average fitness tracker (19 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.19 g vs 25 g
Built-in route tracker
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 supports route tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.8% of fitness trackers support route tracking.
Uses connected phone GPS for route maps.
What it is: Shows whether the platform can record and save route history for outdoor activities such as running, hiking, or cycling.
When it matters: When you want to review where you went after a workout instead of seeing only distance and time totals.
Importance: LOW
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 supports route tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.8% of fitness trackers support route tracking.
3.5x cheaper
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is cheaper than the average fitness tracker (£20 vs £70).
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is cheaper than the average fitness tracker (£20 vs £70).£20 vs £70
Camera remote control
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 supports camera remote control, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.6% of fitness trackers support camera remote control.
Needs a third-party app.
What it is: Lets the watch control the smartphone camera remotely.
When it matters: When you want to trigger the phone camera remotely for selfies, group shots, or setup photos.
Importance: LOW
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 supports camera remote control, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.6% of fitness trackers support camera remote control.
9.3% higher user score
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a higher user score than the average fitness tracker (8.74 vs 8.000).
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.
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a higher user score than the average fitness tracker (8.74 vs 8.000).8.74 vs 8
Gesture control
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 supports gesture controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 40.8% of fitness trackers support gesture controls.
What it is: Allows control through hand or wrist gestures.
When it matters: When buttons, crowns, gestures, or direct controls affect how quickly you can use the device mid-activity.
Importance: LOW
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 supports gesture controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 40.8% of fitness trackers support gesture controls.
Built-in route tracker
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 supports route tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.8% of fitness trackers support route tracking.
10 days longer battery life
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (20 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
Camera remote control
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 supports camera remote control, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.6% of fitness trackers support camera remote control.
Gesture control
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 supports gesture controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 40.8% of fitness trackers support gesture controls.
24% lighter
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is lighter than the average fitness tracker (19 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.

Design & Durability

Why is Xiaomi Mi Band 2 worse than the average fitness tracker?

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No automatic activity detection
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
0.5 hours longer charging time
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a higher charging time than the average fitness tracker (2 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.
36.4% smaller battery capacity
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (70 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.
Lower screen resolution
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower screen resolution than the average fitness tracker (72x40 vs 194x368). The average fitness tracker has a screen resolution of 194x368.
0.62 inch smaller screen size
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower screen size than the average fitness tracker (0.4 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.
21.9% lower pixel density
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower pixel density than the average fitness tracker (193 ppi vs 247 ppi). The average fitness tracker has a pixel density of 247 ppi.
Basic display glass
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 uses less durable display glass than the average fitness tracker (polycarbonate vs glass). The average fitness tracker uses glass display glass.
No stopwatch
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 does not have a stopwatch, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.4% of fitness trackers have a stopwatch.
49 m lower waterproof depth rating
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower waterproof depth rating than the average fitness tracker (1 m vs 50 m). The average fitness tracker has a waterproof depth rating of 50 m.
Limited ip rating
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower IP rating than the average fitness tracker (IP67 vs IP68). The average fitness tracker has an IP rating of IP68.
10 °C higher minimum operating temperature
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average fitness tracker (-10 °C vs 0 °C). The average fitness tracker supports a minimum operating temperature of 0 °C.
No activity reports
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 does not support activity reports, while the average fitness tracker does. 94.3% of fitness trackers support activity reports.
No personalization options
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 cannot be personalized, while the average fitness tracker can. 80% of fitness trackers can be personalized.
No achievements
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 does not support achievements, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.8% of fitness trackers support achievements.
Ads in app
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 shows ads in the app, while the average fitness tracker does not. 50.6% of fitness trackers have an ad-free app.
Lower screen resolution
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower screen resolution than the average fitness tracker (72x40 vs 194x368). The average fitness tracker has a screen resolution of 194x368.
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
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower screen resolution than the average fitness tracker (72x40 vs 194x368). The average fitness tracker has a screen resolution of 194x368.72x40 vs 194x368
No automatic activity detection
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 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
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
0.62 inch smaller screen size
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower screen size than the average fitness tracker (0.4 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
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower screen size than the average fitness tracker (0.4 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.0.42 inch vs 1.04 inch
0.5 hours longer charging time
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a higher charging time than the average fitness tracker (2 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.
What it is: Time required for a full charge.
When it matters: When short charging windows matter and you do not want the tracker off your wrist for too long.
Importance: MEDIUM
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a higher charging time than the average fitness tracker (2 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.2 hours vs 1.5 hours
No activity reports
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 does not support activity reports, while the average fitness tracker does. 94.3% of fitness trackers support 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
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 does not support activity reports, while the average fitness tracker does. 94.3% of fitness trackers support activity reports.
49 m lower waterproof depth rating
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower waterproof depth rating than the average fitness tracker (1 m vs 50 m). The average fitness tracker has a waterproof depth rating of 50 m.
What it is: Maximum depth the device can withstand underwater.
When it matters: When you plan to swim, shower, dive, or use the tracker regularly around water.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=50 m
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower waterproof depth rating than the average fitness tracker (1 m vs 50 m). The average fitness tracker has a waterproof depth rating of 50 m.1 m vs 50 m
36.4% smaller battery capacity
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (70 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of 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
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (70 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.70 mAh vs 110 mAh
Limited ip rating
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower IP rating than the average fitness tracker (IP67 vs IP68). The average fitness tracker has an IP rating of IP68.
What it is: Dust and water resistance classification according to IP standards.
When it matters: When you plan to swim, shower, dive, or use the tracker regularly around water.
Importance: LOW
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 has a lower IP rating than the average fitness tracker (IP67 vs IP68). The average fitness tracker has an IP rating of IP68.IP67 vs IP68

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What customers like about Xiaomi Mi Band 2?

Incredible value for money and very affordable price point
Excellent battery life, typically lasting between 10 to 20+ days
Lightweight and comfortable design suitable for 24/7 wear
IP67 water resistance allows for showering and hand-washing
Includes basic but useful notifications for calls and selected apps
Sleep tracking is generally accurate and reliable
Simple, easy-to-read OLED display for quick stat checks

What customers dislike about Xiaomi Mi Band 2?

Heart rate monitor is often inconsistent and does not support continuous tracking
OLED display is difficult to read outdoors in direct sunlight
Step counting can be less accurate, sometimes triggered by driving or arm movement
Official Mi Fit app has been described as basic or buggy by some users
Must remove the tracker module from the strap every time you need to charge it
Lacks built-in GPS for more advanced exercise tracking
Limited notification detail (displays icons rather than full message text)

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nextpit.de

18/07/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Review: Affordable and Good Fitness Tracker

This review highlights the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 as an affordable and minimalist fitness tracker consisting of a soft silicone strap and a removable core tracking unit. A major upgrade over its predecessors is the inclusion of a 0.42-inch monochrome OLED display, which allows users to directly view the time, step counts, distance, and calories burned without needing to look at a...Read more

handelsblatt.com

20/07/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Review: The Budget Fitness Champion on Your Wrist

The Handelsblatt review crowns the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 as a major "fitness price-breaker" that offers a highly competitive alternative to much more expensive tracking devices. Priced at an affordable 40 Euros, it heavily undercuts major market rivals like the Fitbit Charge HR, Polar A360, and Garmin Vivosmart HR, which typically retail around 150 Euros. The reviewer notes that the...Read more

top-for-phone.fr

17/07/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 review: finally a screen!

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an affordable unisex fitness tracker that introduces a major hardware upgrade over its predecessors: a scratch-resistant and oleophobic 0.42-inch OLED screen featuring an anodized aluminum touch-sensitive button. Designed primarily for sports enthusiasts, it tracks daily steps, distance, calorie consumption, and sleep cycles, while also functioning as a...Read more

phonandroid.com

16/06/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Review: The Return of the Smartband Star

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an affordable fitness tracker compatible with both Android and iOS devices, featuring a major upgrade over its predecessor with a built-in 0.42-inch OLED display and a capacitive touch button. Encased in a comfortable, soft silicone strap, the device includes a dedicated optical heart rate monitor, an accelerometer, and an IP67 water-resistance rating...Read more

journaldugeek.com

10/08/2016

Review: Xiaomi Mi Band 2 - Journal du Geek

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an affordable, entry-level fitness tracker that stands out for its lightweight design and excellent battery life, lasting around 20 days on its 70 mAh battery. A major upgrade over its predecessor, it features a highly readable 0.42-inch OLED display and a built-in heart rate monitor. The tactile button makes navigating stats like time, step count, distance,...Read more

lesnumeriques.com

20/08/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Review: The Heart Rate Monitor Is Just For Show

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an affordable activity tracker that builds upon its predecessors by introducing a 0.42-inch OLED screen, a touch-sensitive button, and a built-in heart rate monitor. Designed with a plastic central module that fits into a silicone strap, it delivers an impressive battery life of approximately 20 days and features IP67 dust and water resistance. Key strengths...Read more

frandroid.com

09/06/2023

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Review: It's Always Better with a Screen

in english language, be very specific, mention pros and cons insideThe Xiaomi Mi Band 2 introduces a functional OLED screen and a round touch button to its fitness tracking lineup, offering a significant upgrade over the earlier Mi Band 1S. The new display allows users to check real-time metrics like the time, daily step counts, and battery percentage directly from their wrist,...Read more

bxnxg.com

03/07/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 touchscreen smart band review for under 30 euros

This comprehensive review of the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 details a budget-friendly activity tracker that transitions from previous models by incorporating a 0.4" OLED screen and a capacitive touch surface instead of a mechanical button. Tested extensively for three months—including harsh conditions like saltwater exposure and sweating—the device proves highly durable, and its plastic...Read more

vonguru.fr

31/10/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Review: The New Fitness Tracker by Xiaomi

This review details the Xiaomi Mi Band 2, an affordable and lightweight smart fitness tracker featuring a small OLED screen that displays the time, steps, heart rate, calories burned, and distance traveled. Inside the box, the tracker comes with a redesigned, softer wristband optimized to prevent losing the tracking capsule, a 5V USB charging cable, and a Chinese instruction manual....Read more

antoineguilbert.fr

11/09/2016

Review of the Mi Band 2, Xiaomi's new smart band

The Antoine Guilbert Review highlights the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 as a major, budget-friendly evolution in the fitness tracker lineup, praising its sleek, discrete all-black design and the introduction of a 0.42-inch monochrome OLED display with a responsive capacitive touch button. The reviewer notes significant functional upgrades, particularly the expanded smartphone notification...Read more

rotek.fr

04/02/2018

Xiaomi Mi Band 2: an affordable fitness tracker!

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an affordable fitness tracker that delivers strong basic functionality without a hefty price tag. Packaged in a simple box, it comes with a central tracking unit, an interchangeable strap, a proprietary charging cable, and a Chinese user manual. Setting up the device is straightforward; users must fully charge the band, download the Mi Fit smartphone...Read more

siecledigital.fr

12/02/2018

Xiaomi Mi Band 2: The Review of the Century

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is identified as a highly practical, budget-friendly tracker featuring a 0.42-inch OLED screen, 20-to-30-day battery life, and essential tracking capabilities like on-demand heart rate monitoring and sleep analysis. Its, comfortable, IP67-rated design offers great value, although it lacks a robust app ecosystem and suffers from poor visibility in direct...Read more

smmart.es

20/07/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2: In-Depth Review and Opinions After Extensive Testing

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 provides great overall value for casual users, featuring a soft, secure silicone strap and a basic, single-color white OLED screen with a touch button. For pros, the device offers highly accurate sleep tracking that identifies deep and light sleep, a lightweight IP67 water- and dust-resistant build suitable for showering, and an outstanding battery life that...Read more

computerhoy.20minutos.es

18/02/2017

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 review and opinion

Based on the provided review, the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an affordable, minimal, and comfortable smartband featuring a 0.42-inch OLED display and IP67 water and dust resistance. Its standout features are an exceptional battery life that lasts around 18 days on a single 1.5-hour charge, highly accurate sleep tracking using a combined accelerometer and heart rate sensor, and...Read more

elespanol.com

01/07/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2: Review and User Experience", "Xiaomi Mi Band 2: Full Review and Hands-On Experience

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an incredibly affordable and comprehensive activity tracker that stands out primarily for its exceptional value and remarkable battery life. Key advantages highlighted in the review include its 0.42-inch OLED screen, which efficiently saves power by displaying only essential data like the time and a daily step summary with a simple wrist lift or a press of...Read more

pabloyglesias.com

28/09/2016

Does it make sense to get a Mi Band 2 if you already have the previous model?

Here is a summary of the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 review based on the article: The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an affordable fitness tracker that improves upon its screenless predecessors by introducing a functional OLED display, making it a compelling alternative even for smartwatch users. The device features a more premium design with a secure strap that prevents the core from falling out. It...Read more

profesionalreview.com

12/12/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Review

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an affordable, high-value smartband that improves upon its predecessors by introducing a built-in display and an integrated heart rate monitor. It features a 0.42-inch touch OLED screen, Bluetooth 4.0, and IP67 water resistance, all packed into a lightweight 7-gram design. Managed through the intuitive, multi-language Mi Fit mobile application, the band...Read more

xataka.com

06/03/2018

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 review: it is cheap and works but do not expect much more

The Xiaomi MiBand 2 stands out as an affordable, lightweight fitness tracker that successfully handles basic health metrics like counting steps, tracking calories, and measuring heart rate rapidly. Its most notable physical upgrade is the inclusion of an IP67 water-resistant body, meaning you do not have to take it off in the shower. Additionally, it features a clear OLED screen...Read more

recensioniorologi.it

11/12/2019

Xiaomi Mi Band: Review and prices of all models

The Xiaomi Mi Band series is highlighted as a top-tier budget fitness tracker line designed to compete with more expensive brands like Apple and Samsung by offering essential health features at a fraction of the cost. Since its 2014 debut, the series has evolved from simple LED indicators to sophisticated wearables like the Mi Band 5, which features a 1.1-inch color AMOLED display...Read more

xiaomiamo.it

11/10/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 full review", "Complete review of the Mi Band 2

The Xiaomi MiBand 2 is highlighted as an excellent, stylish activity tracker that offers exceptional value for money at around twenty euros. It features a 0.46-inch OLED touch screen display housed in a module weighing just 7 grams, paired with a soft, elastic, and interchangeable 12-gram rubber strap that lets users easily customize its look. In terms of performance, it tracks...Read more

qualescegliere.it

01/02/2017

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Review

summary of the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 review: Review Summary Despite its strong value, the review highlights several distinct limitations and software drawbacks. On the technical side, the device is completely incompatible with Windows operating systems and relies strictly on the official "Mi Fit" application for Android and iOS systems. Furthermore, the tracker lacks integrated GPS...Read more

tuttoandroid.net

24/06/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Review: The Right Step Forward

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an affordable fitness tracker that introduces a significant hardware upgrade over its predecessors by adding a 0.42-inch OLED display and a metallic soft-touch navigation button. It retains the signature lightweight, waterproof design with an improved rubber strap that securely locks the sensor capsule in place. The device shines with its outstanding 70 mAh...Read more

andreagaleazzi.com

29/06/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 - Andrea Galeazzi Review", "Xiaomi Mi Band 2 - Andrea Galeazzi

Review Overview The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is a lightweight, 17-gram wearable featuring a silicone strap, a plastic body, and an IP67 waterproof rating tested through multiple showers. It is equipped with a small OLED display controlled by a single capacitive touch button located directly beneath the screen. The device syncs data via a dedicated mobile app compatible with Android and iOS,...Read more

tweakers.net

11/02/2018

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Black (Black) - Techrvw

The provided review evaluates the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 (Black), a budget-friendly fitness tracker praised for its lightweight design and impressive value for money, typically costing around €20 to €25 at the time. The reviewer highlights several standout features, including an exceptional battery life that lasts up to four weeks on a single charge and its reliable IP67 water resistance,...Read more

nl.techreviewer.de

06/10/2024

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 review - fitness tracker - techreviewer

Despite these strengths, the fitness tracker has notable drawbacks, particularly regarding its heart rate monitor, which frequently generates incorrect readings or failed measurements unless the user's wrist remains completely still. Furthermore, using the native Mi Fit app for notifications is limited; users must rely on third-party applications to properly customize app icons and...Read more

tweakers.net

17/03/2018

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Black (Black) - DukeN Are there any other specific models or accessories for which you need similar Dutch sources? AI can make mistak...

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an affordable, durable smart fitness tracker that offers impressive build quality, software, and packaging for its budget-friendly price of around 22 euros. Designed with a lightweight and sleek aesthetic, it features an IP67 waterproof "pill" tracker that securely clicks into a comfortable synthetic rubber band, making it resilient enough to withstand daily...Read more

tweakers.net

04/01/2017

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Black (Black) - denemio - Product reviews

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Zwart review by user denemio highlights it as a great, budget-friendly entry-level fitness tracker. Purchased for 17 euros, the package comes with a minimalist box containing the wristband, a charging cable, and a brief manual. The user notes several key pros, including its affordable price, strong water resistance during swimming and showering, and reasonably...Read more

tweakers.net

25/11/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Black (Black) - absolutely not hard - Product reviews

This comprehensive overview summarizes the Tweakers product review written by user "totaalgeenhard" for the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Black. Review Summary The reviewer gives the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, praising its excellent value for money. After 48 hours of heavy usage, which included continuous heart rate tracking, the battery only dropped to 89%, highlighting its...Read more

tweakers.net

05/08/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Black (Black) - blog - Product reviews

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an affordable fitness tracker and smartwatch that provides excellent value for its price, offering reliable step counting, activity tracking, notifications, and basic watch functions. The reviewer purchased the device from Geekbuying for $39.99, noting efficient standard shipping through PostNL which took eight days to arrive. Built with a 0.42-inch OLED...Read more

gadgetgear.nl

15/09/2016

Review: Xiaomi Mi Band 2 - GadgetGear.nl

The GadgetGear review awards the Xiaomi Mi Band 2 a 4-star rating, highlighting it as a compact, comfortable, and affordable alternative to premium fitness trackers with a convenient integrated display. Its core strengths include high-value, basic activity tracking for the price, though it faces stiff competition in functionality. However, the review notes significant drawbacks,...Read more

androidworld.nl

22/09/2016

Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Review: For Everyone Who Doesn't Want to Spend Too Much

The Xiaomi Mi Band 2 is an affordable fitness tracker that features a subtle design update over its predecessor, introducing an integrated strap and a built-in OLED screen to scroll through data like time, steps, heart rate, and battery status. The tracker’s standout advantage is its exceptional battery life, which lasts up to 23 days on a single charge, providing a unique longevity...Read more

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