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Avg. price:~£25Battery life:16 daysScreen size:1.62 inchHeart rate monitor:yesGPS:noWaterproof depth rating:50 m

Xiaomi Mi Band 8 Review: Compare 171 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Fitness trackers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.8

★Better than 98% of fitness-trackers

8.9

★Better than 98% of fitness-trackers

8.4

▲Better than 76% of fitness-trackers

8.7
Swimming
Swimming
8.7/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for swimming performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this fitness-trackers meets your specific swimming needs.
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28.0%
10
ATM rating
24.0%
10
Open-water swim mode
18.0%
10
Waterproof depth rating
15.0%
4.0
GPS
15.0%
7.5
Battery life
8.5
Kids
Kids
8.5/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for kids performance.
When it matters
When selecting a durable, safe, and family-friendly fitness-trackers suitable for learning and young children.
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30.0%
7.5
Battery life
25.0%
7.0
Weight
20.0%
10
ATM rating
15.0%
10
Screen size
10.0%
10
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Technical Specifications of fitness tracker Xiaomi Mi Band 8

8.8

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Health

9.0

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Heart rate monitor

Resting heart rate

Fast/slow heart rate alerts

Irregular heart rate alerts

Blood oxygen sensor

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Sports & Navigation

9.2

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GPS

Satellite systems supported

GNSS bands supported

Galileo support

Acquires GPS faster

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Smart Features

9.1

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Notifications

Vibrating alerts

Call control

Call answering

Calendar sync

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App & Wellness

9.2

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Activity reports

Goal setting

Achievements

Inactivity alerts

Coaching

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Connectivity

8.2

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Bluetooth version

Maximum Bluetooth range

NFC

?

Wi-Fi connectivity

Wi-Fi version

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Battery

8.3

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Battery life

Battery life with GPS on

N/A

Battery life in training mode

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Battery life in power-saving mode

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Display

9.5

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Design & Durability

8.1

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Form factor

wristband

Hybrid design

Designed for kids

Replaceable watch band

Band width

20 mm

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Xiaomi Mi Band 8 vs the average fitness tracker

Why is Xiaomi Mi Band 8 better than the average fitness tracker?

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33.3% higher screen brightness
Screen brightness
600 nits
▲ Better than 79% of models
Market range: <390 nits – >600 nits
This fitness tracker has a higher screen brightness than the average fitness tracker (600 nits vs 450 nits). The average fitness tracker has screen brightness of 450 nits.
600 nits vs 450 nits
6 days longer battery life
Battery life
16 days
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <5 days – >180 days
This fitness tracker has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (16 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
16 days vs 10 days
Blood oxygen monitoring
Blood oxygen sensor
yes
▲ Better than 75% of models
This fitness tracker has a blood oxygen sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 25.2% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
Always-on display
Always-on display
yes
▲ Better than 75% of models
This fitness tracker has an always-on display, while the average fitness tracker does not. 25.6% of fitness trackers have an always-on display.
Measures VO2 max
VO2 max
yes
▲ Better than 79% of models
This fitness tracker supports VO2 max tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 21.8% of fitness trackers support VO2 max tracking.
Lower resting heart rate
Resting heart rate
yes
▲ Better than 53% of models
This fitness tracker supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 47.7% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
0.58 inch larger screen size
Screen size
1.62 inch
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <0 inch – >1.6 inch
This fitness tracker has a higher screen size than the average fitness tracker (1.6 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.
1.62 inch vs 1.04 inch
Touchscreen
Touchscreen
yes
▲ Better than 56% of models
This fitness tracker has a touchscreen, while the average fitness tracker does not. 43.8% of fitness trackers have a touchscreen.

16% better value for money
Xiaomi Mi Band 8 has a higher value-for-money score than the average fitness tracker (9.19 vs 7.9).
9.19 vs 7.92
2.8x cheaper
Xiaomi Mi Band 8 is cheaper than the average fitness tracker (£25 vs £70).
£25 vs £70
5% higher user score
User score
8.4/ 10
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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.
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Xiaomi Mi Band 8
the average fitness tracker
Xiaomi Mi Band 8 has a higher user score than the average fitness tracker (8.40 vs 8.000).
8.4 vs 8

Blood oxygen monitoring
Blood oxygen sensor
yes
▲ Better than 75% of models
This fitness tracker has a blood oxygen sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 25.2% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
Measures VO2 max
VO2 max
yes
▲ Better than 79% of models
This fitness tracker supports VO2 max tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 21.8% of fitness trackers support VO2 max tracking.
Lower resting heart rate
Resting heart rate
yes
▲ Better than 53% of models
This fitness tracker supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 47.7% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
Heart rate alerts
Fast/slow heart rate alerts
yes
▲ Better than 66% of models
This fitness tracker supports high and low heart rate alerts, while the average fitness tracker does not. 34.5% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
High and low heart rate alerts.
Continuous SpO₂ monitoring
Continuous SpO₂ monitoring
yes
▲ Better than 88% of models
This fitness tracker supports continuous SpO₂ monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does not. 12.3% of fitness trackers support continuous SpO₂ monitoring.
24/7 monitoring.
Tracks menstrual cycle
Menstrual cycle tracking
yes
▲ Better than 59% of models
This fitness tracker supports menstrual cycle tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 41.7% of fitness trackers support menstrual cycle tracking.
Period notifications
Has period notifications
yes
▲ Better than 69% of models
This fitness tracker has period notifications, while the average fitness tracker does not. 31% of fitness trackers have period notifications.
Fertile window notifications
Displays fertile window notifications
yes
▲ Better than 76% of models
This fitness tracker displays fertile window notifications, while the average fitness tracker does not. 24.1% of fitness trackers display fertile window notifications.
Ovulation prediction
Predicts ovulation
yes
▲ Better than 59% of models
This fitness tracker predicts ovulation, while the average fitness tracker does not. 41.6% of fitness trackers predict ovulation.
Cycle start prediction
Predicts start date
yes
▲ Better than 58% of models
This fitness tracker predicts the start date, while the average fitness tracker does not. 42.5% of fitness trackers predict the start date.

Swim stroke counter
Swim stroke counter
yes
▲ Better than 78% of models
This fitness tracker supports swim stroke counting, while the average fitness tracker does not. 22% of fitness trackers support swim stroke counting.
Auto pause
Auto pause
yes
▲ Better than 77% of models
This fitness tracker supports auto pause, while the average fitness tracker does not. 23.2% of fitness trackers support auto pause.
Tracks training load
Training load tracking
yes
▲ Better than 84% of models
This fitness tracker supports training load tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 16.3% of fitness trackers support training load tracking.
Built-in gyroscope
Gyroscope
yes
▲ Better than 74% of models
This fitness tracker has a gyroscope, while the average fitness tracker does not. 26.5% of fitness trackers have a gyroscope.
Built-in route tracker
Has a route tracker
yes
▲ Better than 50% of models
This fitness tracker 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.
Open-water swim mode
Open-water swim mode
yes
★ Better than 96% of models
This fitness tracker supports open-water swim mode, while the average fitness tracker does not. 4.9% of fitness trackers support open-water swim mode.
152.5 more exercise modes
Exercise tagging
159
▲ Better than 42% of models
This fitness tracker has more exercise modes than the average fitness tracker (159 vs 6.5). The average fitness tracker offers 6.5 exercise modes.
159 vs 6.5
13 more stored activities
Max stored activities
20
▲ Better than 79% of models
Market range: <0 – >20
This fitness tracker has more stored activities than the average fitness tracker (20 vs 7). The average fitness tracker stores 7 activities.
20 vs 7

6 days longer battery life
Battery life
16 days
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <5 days – >180 days
This fitness tracker has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (16 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
16 days vs 10 days
0.5 hours shorter charging time
Charging time
1 hours
▲ Better than 83% of models
Market range: <0 hours – >5 hours
This fitness tracker has a lower charging time than the average fitness tracker (1 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.
1 hours vs 1.5 hours
72.7% larger battery capacity
Battery capacity
190 mAh
▲ Better than 75% of models
Market range: <30 mAh – >225 mAh
This fitness tracker has a higher battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (190 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.
190 mAh vs 110 mAh
Low power mode
Low power mode
yes
▲ Better than 76% of models
This fitness tracker supports low power mode, while the average fitness tracker does not. 24.1% of fitness trackers support low power mode.

33.3% higher screen brightness
Screen brightness
600 nits
▲ Better than 79% of models
Market range: <390 nits – >600 nits
This fitness tracker has a higher screen brightness than the average fitness tracker (600 nits vs 450 nits). The average fitness tracker has screen brightness of 450 nits.
600 nits vs 450 nits
Always-on display
Always-on display
yes
▲ Better than 75% of models
This fitness tracker has an always-on display, while the average fitness tracker does not. 25.6% of fitness trackers have an always-on display.
0.58 inch larger screen size
Screen size
1.62 inch
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <0 inch – >1.6 inch
This fitness tracker has a higher screen size than the average fitness tracker (1.6 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.
1.62 inch vs 1.04 inch
Touchscreen
Touchscreen
yes
▲ Better than 56% of models
This fitness tracker has a touchscreen, while the average fitness tracker does not. 43.8% of fitness trackers have a touchscreen.
33.1% higher pixel density
Pixel density
326 ppi
▲ Better than 86% of models
Market range: <140 ppi – >330 ppi
This fitness tracker has a higher pixel density than the average fitness tracker (326 ppi vs 245 ppi). The average fitness tracker has a pixel density of 245 ppi.
326 ppi vs 245 ppi
Color display
Color display
yes
▲ Better than 63% of models
This fitness tracker has a color display, while the average fitness tracker does not. 37.7% of fitness trackers have a color display.
Ambient light sensor
Ambient light sensor
yes
▲ Better than 84% of models
This fitness tracker has an ambient light sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 16.7% of fitness trackers have an ambient light sensor.
Durable display glass
Display glass type
reinforced glass
▲ Better than 72% of models
This fitness tracker uses more durable display glass than the average fitness tracker (reinforced glass vs glass). The average fitness tracker uses glass display glass.
reinforced glass vs glass
Higher screen resolution
Screen resolution
192 x 490
★ Better than 94% of models
This fitness tracker has a higher screen resolution than the average fitness tracker (192x490 vs 194x368). The average fitness tracker has a screen resolution of 194x368.
192x490 vs 194x368

Modern Bluetooth version
Bluetooth version
5.1
★ Better than 92% of models
This fitness tracker supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average fitness tracker (5.1 vs 4). The average fitness tracker supports Bluetooth 4.0.
5.1 vs 4.0

Phone finder support
Find my phone
yes
▲ Better than 51% of models
This fitness tracker supports phone finding, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.3% of fitness trackers support phone finding.
Passcode protection
Passcode protection
yes
▲ Better than 83% of models
This fitness tracker supports passcode protection, while the average fitness tracker does not. 17.6% of fitness trackers support passcode protection.
4x larger internal storage
Internal storage
0.128 GB
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >0.5 GB
This fitness tracker has a higher internal storage than the average fitness tracker (0.1 GB vs 0 GB). The average fitness tracker has 0.032 GB of internal storage.
0.128 GB vs 0.032 GB
Call control
Call control
yes
▲ Better than 59% of models
This fitness tracker supports call controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 41.5% of fitness trackers support call controls.
Reject/mute plus quick replies.
Calendar sync
Calendar sync
yes
▲ Better than 80% of models
This fitness tracker supports calendar sync, while the average fitness tracker does not. 20.2% of fitness trackers support calendar sync.
Shows synced events for the next 7 days.
Camera remote control
Camera remote control
yes
▲ Better than 61% of models
This fitness tracker supports camera remote control, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.9% of fitness trackers support camera remote control.
Requires Mi Fitness app pairing.
Gesture control
Gesture control
yes
▲ Better than 60% of models
This fitness tracker supports gesture controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 40.8% of fitness trackers support gesture controls.

7 newer release date
Release date
2023
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <2k – >2k
This fitness tracker was released more recently than the average fitness tracker (2023 vs 2016). The average fitness tracker was released in 2016.
April 2023
2023 vs 2016

Coaching features
Coaching
yes
▲ Better than 67% of models
This fitness tracker supports coaching, while the average fitness tracker does not. 33.8% of fitness trackers support coaching.
Points-based system
Points-based system
yes
▲ Better than 62% of models
This fitness tracker supports a points-based system, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.6% of fitness trackers support a points-based system.
Uses PAI.

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Not compatible with smart scales
Compatible with smart scales
no
▼ Worse than 68% of models
This fitness tracker is not compatible with smart scales, while the average fitness tracker is. 68.1% of fitness trackers are compatible with smart scales.
8% heavier
Thickness
27 g mm
▲ Better than 54% of models
Market range: <8 mm – >13 mm
This fitness tracker is heavier than the average fitness tracker (27 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
27 g vs 25 g
7.2 mm greater height
Height
48 mm
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This fitness tracker is taller than the average fitness tracker (48 mm vs 40.8 mm). The average fitness tracker has a height of 40.8 mm.
48 mm vs 40.8 mm

8% heavier
Thickness
27 g mm
▲ Better than 54% of models
Market range: <8 mm – >13 mm
This fitness tracker is heavier than the average fitness tracker (27 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
27 g vs 25 g
7.2 mm greater height
Height
48 mm
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This fitness tracker is taller than the average fitness tracker (48 mm vs 40.8 mm). The average fitness tracker has a height of 40.8 mm.
48 mm vs 40.8 mm

Not compatible with smart scales
Compatible with smart scales
no
▼ Worse than 68% of models
This fitness tracker is not compatible with smart scales, while the average fitness tracker is. 68.1% of fitness trackers are compatible with smart scales.

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1side0.net

06/12/2023

Summary of the review

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Review – The 2023 Xiaomi Smart Band Edition

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is described as a stylish and highly practical, budget-friendly fitness tracker priced at RM159.00, making it an ideal choice for first-time users and sport enthusiasts. It offers essential health and lifestyle monitoring in a versatile, lightweight package designed to blend with daily outfits. Pros highlighted include its excellent value for money, clear display, and lightweight design. Conversely, the review notes cons such as a lack of advanced, independent smartwatch capabilities and a simplified operating system that limits app expansion. YouTube·

niuxtech.lt

11/12/2023

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Xiaomi Band 8 - the best smart bracelet 2023? - Niuxtech

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 stands out as an affordable and high-quality fitness tracker, boasting a premium build featuring a metal-surrounded case in graphite black or champagne gold, and an improved quick-release strap mechanism. Reviewers praised the bright 1.62-inch AMOLED display with a smooth 60Hz refresh rate, its lightweight 27-gram design that ensures comfortable all-day wear, and its reliable step and sleep tracking capabilities. The device provides comprehensive metrics for over 150 sports, syncs accurately with the Mi Fitness app to map routes via smartphone, and supports 5ATM water resistance. However, the tracker has several notable limitations, most significantly the lack of a built-in GPS receiver and altimeter, forcing users to carry a phone to log distance metrics and altitude. Users might find the magnetic charging cable inconvenient due to strict polarity requirements and weak magnets that detach easily. Furthermore, long text notifications can cause the interface to freeze, the alarm's internal vibration feels unpleasant, and buying the Chinese (CN) version leaves users stuck with unremovable Chinese-centric apps (Alipay, Weixin Pay) and restricted language settings, making the global variant a...

trustedreviews.com

27/11/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Review

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is highlighted as an exceptional, high-value budget tracker featuring a premium design and solid battery life, according to Trusted Reviews. A key feature is the "Pebble Mode," which allows for advanced, shoe-mounted running metrics. While highly affordable, the device is held back by minor, inconsistent tracking inaccuracies and a lack of data precision suitable for serious athletes.

androidpolice.com

09/02/2024

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review: Fitness tracking on a budget Would you like a similar list of video reviews or comparisons against other specific fitness...

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is an excellent budget-friendly fitness tracker priced at $50, offering an impressive balance of functionality and affordability. Its standout features include a vibrant 1.62-inch AMOLED touch screen with a 60Hz refresh rate and auto-brightness that reaches up to 600 nits, alongside a phenomenal battery life that easily lasts over two weeks on a single charge. The band provides exhaustive tracking capabilities with over 150 workout modes, including a unique "Pebble Mode" that monitors advanced running metrics like ground contact time when clipped to a shoe. Additionally, users can choose from dozens of creative and interactive watch faces. YouTube · However, the device does present several design and hardware limitations. The plastic pin-and-hole strap clasp design is notably insecure and prone to coming undone unexpectedly during daily tasks like putting a hand into a pocket. On the hardware front, it relies on a non-standard, proprietary magnetic POGO charger rather than universal USB-C, lacks a physical navigation button, and omits critical global features like NFC and built-in GPS/GNSS connectivity. Finally, the companion application does not support sorting...

techadvisor.com

31/01/2024

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review: The New Budget Benchmark

Review Overview The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 sets a new benchmark for budget-friendly fitness trackers, offering a lightweight 27g metal-framed design and a vibrant 1.62-inch AMOLED display with a smooth 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. Priced around $49.99, this highly customizable wearable supports over 150 sports modes—including quirky choices like chess—and features 5ATM water resistance suitable for swimming. Its standout feature is its impressive 190mAh battery, which delivers up to two weeks of battery life out of the box, or around one week with advanced health tracking and the Always-On display enabled. Users can also view deep breakdowns of their sleep, stress, and SpO2 levels via the newly integrated Mi Fitness companion app. Pros and Cons Pros: The tracker is highly comfortable for continuous wear and boasts an affordable ecosystem of interchangeable premium straps (like leather and chain options) and unique clips to wear the device as a pendant or on running shoes. It is packed with comprehensive health monitoring tools and delivers exceptional battery endurance. Cons: On the downside, the device lacks built-in GPS and NFC,...

wareable.com

16/10/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review - The budget king returns

The Wareable review of the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 highlights it as a high-value, budget-friendly tracker featuring a significantly upgraded 1.62-inch 60Hz AMOLED display with auto-brightness, alongside a versatile quick-release strap system for varied wear styles. It boasts strong battery life for basic, daily, and fitness tracking. YouTube · However, the device suffers from inconsistent data accuracy during workouts and lacks built-in GPS, relying instead on phone connectivity which often yields poor tracking results. Further limitations include a lack of contactless payments, smart assistant support, and robust third-party app integration. Wareable

smartdroid.de

27/04/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Review: First Impressions, Comparison with Band 7, Sports and Sleep

The SmartDroid.de review highlights the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 as an impressive budget-friendly fitness tracker that introduces a major hardware redesign compared to its predecessor. A key advantage is the new two-piece strap design that attaches directly to the device rather than nesting the tracker inside a silicon loop, giving it a much more mature appearance along with a high-quality glossy frame. Performance-wise, the upgraded 60 Hz display delivers a noticeably fluid interface, while the screen auto-brightness adapts effectively to direct sunlight. Furthermore, its heart rate tracking accuracy matches premium smartwatches like the Pixel Watch during workouts, it expands on tailored running modes, and features an outstanding battery life expected to last up to two weeks. If you like, I can look into: How the global software version compares to the imported version mentioned in the test. Current pricing and deals for the tracker. A comparison of its fitness features against standard smartwatches.

nextpit.de

08/10/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Review: Fitness Tracker Needs a Pacemaker

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is a budget-friendly fitness tracker that balances a sleek design with enhanced display capabilities, though it comes with notable hardware limitations. Priced at an affordable €39.99, its standout feature is the upgraded 1.62-inch AMOLED display, which boasts a smooth 60 Hz refresh rate, automatic brightness adjustment, and a peak brightness of 600 nits for easy reading in sunlight. The design abandons the old style of popping the tracker into a silicone strap, switching to a more stable, smartwatch-like dual-clip mechanism. This change introduces new styling options, including using the device as a necklace or attaching it to shoes via a "Running Clip" to gather 13 distinct athletic data points. Additional pros include an expansive selection of over 150 fitness tracking modes, water resistance up to 5 ATM, health monitors like SpO2 and heart rate sensors, and a respectable battery life that lasts roughly a week with normal use. Despite these improvements, the tracker suffers from several core drawbacks that may deter serious athletes or tech enthusiasts. The most significant cons are the complete lack of...

fitforfun.de

05/06/2024

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Review: Top Performance for Little Money | Fit for Fun

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is an affordable fitness tracker that delivers excellent value for money, featuring a bright OLED display with an automatic brightness sensor and a highly responsive touchscreen interface. It offers strong battery performance, lasting up to 13 days under standard use and stretching to 21 days with a smart profile, while requiring only about one hour for a full magnetic charge. The device provides versatile wearing options—allowing it to be detached from its two-piece strap and worn as a clip or necklace—and supports 150 different sports activities along with reliable sensors for tracking sleep, menstruation, heart rate, and blood oxygen levels. Despite its impressive performance, the tracker has several notable functional limitations and missing hardware features. On the downside, it completely lacks integrated GPS and an altimeter, and it does not support ECG measurements. In terms of software execution, the display's reaction time can be somewhat sluggish, the system fails to display total daily calories, and activating the timer unfortunately blocks all other device functions. Nevertheless, with a solid step counter accuracy of 98.8 percent and...

smartzone.de

17/05/2023

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Xiaomi Mi Band 8 Review - Sleeker, Brighter & Worth the Upgrade?

of the Xiaomi Mi Band 8, highlighting its specific features, pros, and cons: The Smartzone review highlights the Xiaomi Mi Band 8 as a highly capable and budget-friendly fitness tracker that introduces several key design and hardware upgrades. Among its major pros is a significantly improved 1.62-inch AMOLED display that now delivers 600 nits of brightness, features fluid 60Hz performance, and includes a reliable automatic brightness adjustment sensor. The tracker boasts outstanding battery life, lasting between 10 to 13 days under normal usage scenarios and fully recharging in just over an hour. Additionally, it offers a refreshed, versatile two-piece strap design allowing it to be worn as a necklace pendant or attached to running shoes via a shoe clip for specialized tracking metrics, all while maintaining highly accurate heart rate and step measurements. On the downside, the review outlines notable cons regarding its software limitations and ecosystem restrictions. A major drawback is that it is strictly compatible only with the Mi Fitness app, eliminating previous support for the Zepp Life application and making it impossible to natively export health data...

test.de

16/02/2024

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Review: Xiaomi Smart Band 8 - Stiftung Warentest

Stiftung Warentest evaluates the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 as a highly affordable, lightweight fitness tracker suited for basic activity tracking, including step counting and heart rate monitoring, rather than a full-featured smartwatch. Its primary strengths lie in exceptional comfort, a bright display, and competitive battery life, though it lacks independent app support and smartphone functionality. According to the review, the device faces minor tracking discrepancies in high-intensity training scenarios and is criticized for strict deficiencies regarding data privacy and app protection. It is recommended for beginners seeking an affordable option rather than advanced health analytics.

computerbild.de

19/12/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review: Issues persist

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is an budget-friendly fitness tracker priced around €40, but it falls short of being a truly "smart" device. It excels with an impressive four-day battery life, outperforming standard smartwatches, and features a bright, responsive AMOLED display alongside over 150 diverse sport modes. Additionally, Xiaomi has improved the device's durability with a more scratch-resistant front glass and updated the strap closure mechanism to prevent the tracker from slipping off during fast movements. However, the tracker suffers from several significant limitations in its core fitness, health, and privacy features. It lacks built-in GPS, requiring a connected smartphone to track routes, and provides inaccurate heart rate tracking and unreliable sleep phase data during workouts. Smart functionalities are minimal, as users cannot store music or reply to notifications. Furthermore, a legal review of the Mi Fitness app revealed severe data privacy violations, noting that Xiaomi ignores European data protection regulations, transfers health data internationally, and improperly applies Chinese law.

notebookcheck.com

22/12/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Review: Affordable Fitness Tracker with New Versatility

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is an affordable fitness tracker, priced at a retail launch of around 40 Euros, that introduces enhanced wearing versatility by allowing users to wear it as a wristband, a necklace, or clipped to a shoe. Controlled entirely via its responsive 1.62-inch, 60 Hz AMOLED touch display, the wearable delivers quick notifications and a solid suite of health-tracking tools, including multi-day heart rate monitoring, SpO2 tracking, and sleep analysis equipped with a smart alarm feature. While it lacks a microphone and speaker for Bluetooth calling, the tracker compensates with fluid performance and an improved battery life that lasts roughly 5 to 7 days on a single charge with health features and the Always-On display enabled. Pros and Cons The review highlights distinct advantages and drawbacks for potential buyers: Bright Display: The vibrant AMOLED panel surpasses 600 cd/m², making it easily readable in direct sunlight. Accurate Tracking: Heart rate and blood oxygen measurements demonstrate impressive accuracy compared to medical grade reference devices. Design Variety: Multiple official accessory styles allow alternative placements beyond the wrist. Budget Pricing: The...

chip.de

28/11/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Review | CHIP", "Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Test | CHIP

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is an affordable fitness tracker that delivers strong daily performance and excellent value for around €35. A standout feature is its vibrant 1.6-inch OLED touchscreen, which has been upgraded to a smooth 60 Hz refresh rate and features an ambient light sensor for automatic brightness adjustment. Battery performance is impressive, lasting roughly 13 days under normal mixed usage and stretching up to 21 days in its smart power-saving profile. Additionally, the device is highly versatile; its new two-piece quick-release strap design allows users to swap bands easily or wear the tracker as a necklace or attached to a shoe. However, the budget tracker does come with distinct feature limitations and design quirks. It lacks an integrated GPS sensor, meaning it must rely entirely on a paired smartphone for location and route mapping during outdoor activities. There is no altimeter for tracking elevation gain, nor does it support advanced medical features like ECG tracking or mobile payments. On the software side, the device only displays calories burned during specific activities rather than showing a comprehensive daily...

faz.net

03/04/2026

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The Best Fitness Tracker | Test 04/2026 | F.A.Z. Kaufkompass

The Huawei Band 10 is rated as the best overall fitness tracker for most people due to its exceptional value, lightweight 28-gram aluminum design, and high level of everyday utility. For a highly affordable price, it delivers a sharp, scratch-resistant 1.47-inch AMOLED display with an automatic brightness sensor and an Always-on feature. Key strengths include highly precise physical tracking—with step counter deviations limited to just three percent—accurate heart rate mapping, deep sleep stage analytics, and a 50-meter waterproof rating. Additionally, its battery performance is excellent, lasting up to 13 days on a single charge and regaining two days of power from a quick five-minute plug-in. Despite these advantages, the device has a few structural and software limitations. Because it belongs to the budget tracker category, it lacks an integrated GPS module, meaning users must carry a paired smartphone to map routes during outdoor runs or bike rides. Software deployment presents a slight hurdle for Android users, as the companion "Huawei Health" application is unavailable on the Google Play Store due to trade restrictions, requiring a manual installation via QR code...

chip.de

24/11/2023

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Affordable and high-quality fitness tracker: Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review

The CHIP review rates the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 as a highly affordable and effective fitness tracker that delivers strong value at a price point of approximately €35. On the positive side, the tracker stands out for its highly precise interface controls and a responsive 1.62-inch AMOLED touch display equipped with an Always-On mode. Another major advantage is its impressive battery life, which lasts up to 13 days under normal everyday usage, extends up to three to four weeks in power-saving mode, and requires a quick charging time of only about 60 minutes. Additionally, its comprehensive sensor suite works reliably to support a wide variety of workout modes, ensuring great overall sports-tracking functionality for budget-conscious users. However, the review highlights several specific limitations that restrict its usability compared to higher-end smartwatches. A notable hardware drawback is the complete absence of integrated, standalone GPS, meaning users must carry a paired smartphone to record location data during outdoor training. There are also functional bugs within the software interface; for instance, running a basic timer completely blocks all other device capabilities, preventing users...

lesnumeriques.com

05/12/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Review: Focusing on Battery Life and Elegance

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is an affordable fitness tracker that improves upon its predecessor with a more elegant, slimmer design (10.99 mm) and enhanced screen brightness reaching up to 600 cd/m² on its 1.62-inch OLED display. It transitions to a more stylish two-piece interchangeable strap system, dropping the single-piece wrap-around design of older generations. Reviewers highlight its exceptional battery life as a major strength, noting it easily lasts up to two weeks on a single charge under normal use conditions. Additionally, it supports over 150 sports activities, features automatic detection for select exercises like walking and running, and includes a compact body ideal for smaller wrists. However, the device has notable drawbacks, particularly regarding tracking accuracy and communication features. The built-in heart rate monitor struggles to accurately track quick heart rate changes during intensive workouts like high-intensity interval training (HIIT). Sleep analysis is also described as basic, occasionally misinterpreting stationary periods (like reading in bed) as actual sleep. Furthermore, the lack of an integrated GPS and local music storage means runners must carry a smartphone to record their routes....

frandroid.com

24/06/2025

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review: A feature-packed fitness tracker at a low price

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is an affordable fitness tracker that blends a sleek, lightweight design (27g without the strap) with a bright 1.62-inch AMOLED display reaching 600 nits, which ensures perfect legibility even in direct sunlight. Running on rtOS, it serves as a highly customizable accessory featuring easily interchangeable straps, a necklace mode, and a unique running clip that attaches to shoelaces to track advanced running dynamics like ground contact time. Its biggest strength is its impressive 190 mAh battery, which easily delivers up to 16 days of autonomy and can be fully recharged in just one hour via a magnetic USB cable.

lemon.fr

01/11/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Review - Lemon.fr Would you also like articles comparing this model with its newer version, the Smart Band 9?

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 earns a strong score of 8.8 out of 10 from Lemon, solidifying its position as an exceptionally high-value, budget-friendly fitness tracker. A major highlight of the device is its vibrant 1.62-inch AMOLED display, which boasts a smooth 60Hz refresh rate and an ambient light sensor for seamless automatic brightness adjustment. The review heavily praises its impressive Lithium-Ion 190 mAh battery, noting that a single charge can stretch up to roughly 12 to 16 days of normal usage, though power-heavy configurations like the Always-On Display will naturally diminish this lifespan. Additionally, its physical transformation introduces a premium metallic finish and a versatile quick-release strap system, allowing it to be adapted into a necklace pendant or attached to running shoes for specialized tracking. YouTube · However, the Lemon review and broader evaluation also highlight notable limitations and downsides to keep in mind. On the hardware front, the lack of built-in standalone GPS means users are required to carry a paired smartphone to map out and accurately log outdoor running routes. The newly structural quick-release strap mechanism also...

nextpit.fr

11/08/2023

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First review of the Xiaomi Smart Band 8: More expensive but not necessarily better

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review by NextPit highlights the fitness tracker as a highly affordable best-seller that brings a major physical overhaul. The biggest positive is its redesigned metallic frame and an upgraded, bright AMOLED screen featuring a fluid 60Hz refresh rate and a built-in ambient light sensor for automatic brightness adjustment. Additionally, it maintains the lineup's legendary battery life, comfortably lasting over 10 days on a single charge while introducing a new fast-charging system. The wearable also boasts high versatility in how it can be worn, offering a large variety of stylish aftermarket straps and configurations. On the downside, NextPit points out significant tracking limitations that prevent it from being a perfect sports companion. The most notable con is the continued omission of integrated GPS, forcing users to carry a paired smartphone to map outdoor activities. While it packs 150 sports tracking modes, its heart-rate monitoring accuracy can be highly inconsistent during strenuous workouts, lagging noticeably behind some direct competitors. Furthermore, the lack of built-in NFC for mobile payments remains a missed opportunity for international models. If you'd...

leclaireur.fnac.com

16/01/2024

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Getting Started with the Xiaomi Smart Band 8: A Versatile and Affordable Fitness Tracker

summary of the L'Éclaireur Fnac review: The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is an affordable, lightweight fitness tracker (weighing just 27g) that brings several notable build improvements to the series, specifically an elegant metallic frame that elevates its design and durability. The standout feature is its beautiful 1.62-inch AMOLED display, which is highly responsive and delivers an impressive 600 nits of peak brightness with ambient light auto-adjustment and an optional Always-On feature. The device supports over 150 sports activities and offers comprehensive wellness features like sleep analysis, stress tracking, and SpO2 monitoring. Furthermore, it boasts an incredible 14-day battery life on a single one-hour charge, is waterproof up to 5 ATM, and features seamless dual-compatibility with both Android and iOS devices using the Mi Fitness app. However, its lower €49.99 price point introduces substantial hardware compromises that make the device highly dependent on a smartphone. Key cons include a total lack of built-in GPS or onboard music storage, meaning outdoor athletes must carry a phone to map routes or listen to audio. The health sensors suffer from some inaccuracies, particularly the...

01net.com

04/12/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review: far from perfect, but unbeatable value for money

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is an exceptionally affordable activity tracker, priced under €50, that balances significant hardware strengths with notable functional limitations. On the positive side, it features a highly readable 1.62-inch AMOLED display with 600 nits of brightness and a smooth 60Hz refresh rate, housed in a lightweight, well-finished chassis. Its standout feature is its record-breaking battery life, lasting approximately 10 days under normal use or five days with the "always on" display enabled. Additionally, the user experience has been streamlined by moving to the single Mi Fitness app, though this comes at the cost of compatibility with older platforms like Zepp Life. However, the device's low price point necessitates several compromises, particularly for serious athletes. The most significant drawback is the absence of a built-in GPS, meaning users must carry a smartphone to get accurate distance and pace measurements during outdoor activities. Without a paired phone, the band relies on a pedometer that can be off by as much as 10%. Furthermore, the Band 8 lacks support for third-party applications (such as Strava), has no internal storage...

clubic.com

05/12/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Review: Finally the Fitness Tracker We've Been Waiting For

Despite these notable upgrades, the device still suffers from some major, long-standing limitations. The most glaring drawback is the continued absence of a built-in GPS and a functional NFC module for western banking systems. The optical heart rate sensor also proved disappointing during testing, exhibiting poor accuracy and deviations of up to 10 bpm during the beginning of workouts compared to a chest strap. Minor software annoyances include poorly translated menus in the Mi Fitness companion app and watch faces that remain locked to the American date format. However, earning a stellar 9/10 review score, the Smart Band 8 is highly recommended as a highly budget-friendly fitness companion because its premium design, rapid charging, and enhanced display heavily outweigh its flaws for under €50.

20minutos.es

08/11/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8: a smart band with 16-day battery life that transforms into a pendant

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review highlights an affordable, feature-packed wearable priced at just €39.99. It retains a familiar pill-shaped design but introduces a redesigned quick-release strap mechanism, making it highly customizable. The device features a 1.62-inch AMOLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate, 326 ppi, and up to 600 nits of brightness. A major standout of this generation is its structural flexibility; by detaching the straps, the core tracker can be worn as a fashionable necklace pendant (€19.99) or attached directly to shoes via the 'Running Clip' (€9.99) to track 13 professional running metrics. For fitness and health tracking, the 5ATM water-resistant device supports over 150 sports modes and offers comprehensive health metrics, including stress monitoring, blood oxygen levels, heart rate, sleep tracking, and menstrual cycle predictions. The primary advantages (Pros) of the Smart Band 8 include its highly budget-friendly price point, versatile wearability options (wrist, neck, or shoe), and an exceptional battery life that lasts up to 16 days under normal usage, alongside fast-charging support that juices the battery completely in an hour. Conversely, the distinct drawbacks (Cons)...

robadainformatici.it

28/10/2025

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 - Full review

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is a budget-friendly fitness tracker that retains the classic conservative design of its predecessors while introducing subtle improvements, such as a slightly larger yet thinner profile (48 x 22.5 x 11 mm) and a lightweight 27-gram body. It features a sharp 1.62-inch AMOLED display with an upgraded peak brightness of 600 nits and a highly anticipated automatic ambient light sensor—a feature usually reserved for pricier models. For health and fitness tracking, the device includes reliable heart rate and blood oxygen ( 𝑆 𝑝 𝑂 2 𝑆 𝑝 𝑂 2 ) sensors, boasts a water resistance rating of 5 ATM, supports over 150 sports modes, and offers an impressive battery life of up to two weeks on its 160 mAh capacity. The review highlights several prominent pros and cons of the device. On the positive side, it is highly praised for being extremely comfortable, lightweight, customizable with over 200 watch faces, and an overall balanced fitness tracker that offers great value for its €51.06 price tag. However, it falls short by still lacking built-in GPS and...

techprincess.it

14/11/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review: The budget king", "Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review: Best value for money

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is hailed by TechPrincess as a budget-friendly "best buy" featuring a responsive 1.62-inch 60Hz AMOLED display with automatic brightness and excellent sunlight visibility. Its design is highly commended for its quick-release strap system, allowing for versatile styling and specialized running modes, while offering comprehensive health metrics and a 10 to 14-day battery life. YouTube · Conversely, the review highlights significant limitations, notably the lack of built-in GPS, which requires a paired phone for accurate outdoor tracking. Additionally, it lacks NFC for payments, a barometric altimeter, and advanced notification capabilities, including the inability to reply to messages or display images, making it less suitable for users needing a full smartwatch experience.

andreagaleazzi.com

08/11/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Review - Andrea Galeazzi

Review Overview The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is a highly capable and affordable fitness tracker that delivers excellent value as a "best buy" product. Weighing just 27 grams and measuring 10.99 mm in thickness, this compact and lightweight device features a vibrant 1.62-inch AMOLED display with a peak brightness of 600 nits and an efficient auto-brightness sensor. It is water-resistant up to 5ATM and offers a versatile design; users can wear it traditionally on the wrist, as a necklace pendant, or clipped to running shoes using the "Pebble" mode to analyze stride frequency, length, and impact force. The software is user-friendly and supports over 150 sports modes alongside 200 customizable watch faces, delivering an impressive 10-day battery life under normal usage with the precise wrist-wake feature enabled. Pros and Cons Cons: It lacks a built-in GPS module, meaning it must rely entirely on a connected smartphone to track location during outdoor workouts. Additionally, while more than sufficient for casual tracking, its heart rate sensor accuracy falls short of high-end professional smartwatches like Garmin or Google Pixel models.

xiaomitoday.it

24/06/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Review

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review on XiaomiToday.it highlights a 1.62-inch AMOLED display with 60Hz refresh rate, 600-nit brightness, and a new quick-release design allowing it to be worn on the wrist, as a necklace, or on shoes. Notable pros include 150+ sports modes, 14-day battery life, and precise health tracking, though it lacks built-in GPS and NFC for payments on the global model. Other cons include the inability to reply to notifications and the incompatibility of previous-generation straps. YouTube ·

tomshw.it

10/11/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8, Beyond the Boundaries of a Fitness Tracker | Review

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is an affordable fitness tracker under €50 that features key design upgrades, including a metallic frame and a new quick-release strap mechanism weighing just 14 grams. It features a brighter 1.62-inch AMOLED display with a fluid 600-nit, 60Hz refresh rate and an Always-On Display (AOD) mode. Its 190mAh battery delivers excellent autonomy, lasting up to 7 to 16 days depending on usage, and fully recharges via a two-pin magnetic charger in roughly one hour. For fitness tracking, the device offers 151 sports modes and advanced metrics for runners via an optional "Running clip" attached to shoes. Health monitoring includes continuous tracking of heart rate, SpO2 levels, stress, and detailed sleep analysis synced directly to the Mi Fitness app. The device presents clear trade-offs, offering notable design pros alongside connectivity cons. On the positive side, it delivers an unbeatable quality-to-price ratio, 5ATM water resistance for swimming, a highly responsive UI, and robust health tracking. However, major limitations include the complete absence of built-in GPS (GNSS) and NFC hardware in the international variant, alongside highly restricted smartphone...

androidworld.nl

20/11/2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 review: shows what a modern fitness tracker is capable of

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is a budget-friendly fitness tracker priced around €35 to €50 that blends essential health monitoring with highly customizable design features. Built with an oval, racetrack-shaped metallic frame (NCVM coating), it is exceptionally lightweight at 14 grams (without straps) and features a 5 ATM water resistance rating suitable for swimming. Its standout hardware asset is a beautiful, scratch-resistant 1.62-inch AMOLED screen with a fluid 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits of peak brightness. Powered by the Apollo 4 Blue Lite chipset, navigation remains ultra-smooth, offering over 200 watchfaces (including unique photo slideshow configurations) and tracking profiles for 160 different sports activities via the Mi Fitness companion app. The tracker provides roughly 9 days of intense battery life on a single charge and fully powers up in under an hour. The primary advantages (pros) of the device are its vibrant screen, incredibly low price point, vast collection of watchfaces, and the versatile quick-release strap design that allows it to be worn as a necklace or attached directly to running shoes for stride analysis. However, there are significant...

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What we like about Xiaomi Mi Band 8

Exceptional value for money with a highly affordable price point.
Smooth and responsive 60Hz AMOLED display with improved 600 nits brightness.
Long-lasting battery life, reaching up to 16 days with light usage or roughly 5-6 days with all features enabled.
Enhanced design with a more premium metal frame and versatile quick-release strap system.
Fast charging capabilities, capable of reaching a full charge in approximately 45–60 minutes.
Pebble Mode provides unique, advanced running metrics when clipped to footwear.

What we don't like about Xiaomi Mi Band 8

Lack of built-in GPS requires a constant connection to a smartphone for outdoor route tracking.
Fitness and health tracking accuracy can be inconsistent, particularly for heart rate and calorie burn.
Missing smart features on the global edition, such as NFC for contactless payments and voice assistants.
Many health and sleep tracking features are disabled by default, requiring manual setup in the app.
Notifications are for viewing only, with no ability to reply directly from the band.
Mi Fitness app can be buggy, with occasional sync issues or limited data analysis.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi Band 8 is a versatile fitness tracker featuring a 1.62-inch AMOLED touch display with a smooth 60Hz refresh rate, 326 PPI resolution, and up to 600 nits of auto-adjustable brightness. Encased in a sleek metallic midframe, it supports over 150 sports modes, including a unique 'Pebble Mode' for advanced running metrics when clipped to shoes, alongside 24/7 heart rate, SpO2, sleep, and stress monitoring. Key advantages include an impressive battery life of up to 16 days (or 6 days with Always-on Display), 5ATM water resistance, and a new quick-release strap system that allows it to be worn as a pendant. However, notable drawbacks include the lack of built-in GPS, the absence of a physical home button for navigation, and no NFC support in the global version.

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