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  • Avg. price: ~£9
  • Form factor: wristband
  • Battery life: 12 days
  • Screen size: N/A inch

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

6.4

Overall score

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

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

Score components:

80.0%

6.4

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
6.4

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

20.0%

7.2

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

5.2

Battery

18.0%

7.3

Health

18.0%

4.3

Display

8.0%

7.8

Smart Features

8.0%

7.9

App & Wellness

4.0%

7.2

Connectivity

4.0%

8.0

Design & Durability

Good
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User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 5.1
    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%

    5.5

    Battery life

  • 7.0
    Kids

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.5

    Battery life

    25.0%

    10

    Weight

    20.0%

    9.0

    ATM rating

    15.0%

    0.0

    Screen size

    10.0%

    10

    Price

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £9

Best rankings

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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse (also known as Mi Band 1S) is an ultra-lightweight, budget-friendly fitness tracker featuring an added optical heart rate sensor for real-time and sleep-based monitoring. It packs a 45mAh battery offering up to 30 days of standby life, IP67 water resistance, and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity within a 5.5g pebble-shaped sensor. Its main pros include its highly affordable price point, impressive battery longevity, and compact, comfortable design that integrates well with both Android and iOS via the Mi Fit app. However, it lacks a built-in display, relying instead on three LED indicators, and its heart rate monitoring is primarily designed for stationary readings rather than continuous tracking during high-intensity exercise.

Technical Specifications of Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

20.0%

?

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

?

Battery

18.0%

?

Health

18.0%

?

Display

8.0%

?

Smart Features

8.0%

?

App & Wellness

4.0%

?

Connectivity

4.0%

?

Design & Durability

6.4
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse has a technical score of 6.44 points, which is lower than 75.1% of fitness trackers.
User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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

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

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

Score components:

60.0%

6.4

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.5
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.5 points, which is lower than 71.8% of products in this category.
Heart rate monitor
What it is: Sensor that measures heart rate in real time.
When it matters: When you care about live heart-rate feedback during training or resting trends outside of workouts.

Importance: HIGH

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

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: LOW

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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

no
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse does not support irregular heart rate alerts. 11.5% of fitness trackers support irregular heart rate alerts.
Blood oxygen sensor
What it is: Sensor that measures blood oxygen saturation.
When it matters: When blood oxygen readings are part of the health picture you want from the device instead of relying on heart rate and step count alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

no
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse supports no satellite systems which is less versatile than that of 12.2% of fitness trackers and the same as that of 87.8% of fitness trackers.
no satellite positioning support.
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

no
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse does not support advanced GNSS bands. 8.9% of fitness trackers support advanced GNSS bands.
Galileo support
What it is: Supports Galileo satellite system.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse supports notifications. 27.5% of fitness trackers support notifications.
Vibrating alerts
What it is: Provides vibration-based notifications and alerts.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

yes
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse supports activity reports. 5.7% of fitness trackers support activity reports.
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

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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

no
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse does not support achievements. 76.2% of fitness trackers support achievements.
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

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

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

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

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m which is higher than that of 14.6% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 69.2% of fitness trackers.
NFC
What it is: Supports near-field communication for contactless features.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

no
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse does not support modern Wi-Fi. 1% of fitness trackers support modern Wi-Fi.
no Wi-Fi support.
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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

12 days
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse offers a battery life of 12 days which is longer than that of 55% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 4.5% of fitness trackers.
source range 10-14 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

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

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

N/A
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

45 mAh
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse has a battery capacity of 45 mAh which is lower than that of 88.7% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 0.7% of fitness trackers.
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Display
What it is: Main interface showing information and metrics.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: LOW

no
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse does not have a display. 76.4% of fitness trackers have a display.
Uses indicator lights instead of a full display.
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

N/A
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

N/A
Screen resolution
What it is: Total number of pixels displayed on the screen.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=280 ppi

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

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

yes
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse has a replaceable watch band. 24.4% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
Band width
What it is: Width of the strap where it connects to the watch.
When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

Importance: LOW

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Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse vs the average fitness tracker

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

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 48.2% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
  • Phone finder support
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse supports phone finding, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.5% of fitness trackers support phone finding.
    What it is: Helps locate a connected smartphone.
    When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse supports phone finding, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.5% of fitness trackers support phone finding.
  • Branded damage-resistant glass
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse uses branded damage-resistant glass, while the average fitness tracker does not. 22.2% of fitness trackers use branded damage-resistant glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass.
    What it is: Shows whether the display uses a named reinforced glass brand instead of unspecified screen protection.
    When it matters: When scratch resistance and long-term display protection matter for everyday wear.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse uses branded damage-resistant glass, while the average fitness tracker does not. 22.2% of fitness trackers use branded damage-resistant glass.
  • 46% lighter
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse is lighter than the average fitness tracker (13.5 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 Pulse is lighter than the average fitness tracker (13.5 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.13.5 g vs 25 g
  • 2 mm thinner design
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse is thinner than the average fitness tracker (9 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.
    What it is: Total depth of the watch case.
    When it matters: When overall size, thickness, or weight affects comfort during all-day wear, sleep, or exercise.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <10 mm

    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse is thinner than the average fitness tracker (9 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.9 mm vs 11 mm
  • Built-in route tracker
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse 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 Pulse supports route tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.8% of fitness trackers support route tracking.
  • 7.78x cheaper
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse is cheaper than the average fitness tracker (£9 vs £70).
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse is cheaper than the average fitness tracker (£9 vs £70).£9 vs £70
  • 2 days longer battery life
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (12 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
    source range 10-14 days.
    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 Pulse has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (12 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.12 days vs 10 days
  • Lower resting heart rate
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 48.2% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
  • Built-in route tracker
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse supports route tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.8% of fitness trackers support route tracking.
  • 2 days longer battery life
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (12 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
  • Branded damage-resistant glass
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse uses branded damage-resistant glass, while the average fitness tracker does not. 22.2% of fitness trackers use branded damage-resistant glass.
  • Phone finder support
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse supports phone finding, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.5% of fitness trackers support phone finding.
  • Gesture control
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse supports gesture controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 40.8% of fitness trackers support gesture controls.
  • 46% lighter
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse is lighter than the average fitness tracker (13.5 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
  • 2 mm thinner design
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse is thinner than the average fitness tracker (9 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.
  • Points-based system
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse supports a points-based system, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.1% of fitness trackers support a points-based system.

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Overall
Health
Sports & Navigation
Battery
Display
Smart Features
Design & Durability
App & Wellness
  • No automatic activity detection
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
  • No exercise tagging
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse does not support exercise tagging, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.8% of fitness trackers support exercise tagging.
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse 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.
  • 59.1% smaller battery capacity
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse has a lower battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (45 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.
  • No display
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse does not have a display, while the average fitness tracker does. 76.1% of fitness trackers have a display.
    Uses indicator lights instead of a full display.
  • No stopwatch
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse 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 Pulse 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 Pulse 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 Pulse 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 personalization options
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse cannot be personalized, while the average fitness tracker can. 80% of fitness trackers can be personalized.
  • No achievements
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse does not support achievements, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.8% of fitness trackers support achievements.
  • Ads in app
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse shows ads in the app, while the average fitness tracker does not. 50.6% of fitness trackers have an ad-free app.
  • No automatic activity detection
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse 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 Pulse does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
  • No exercise tagging
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse does not support exercise tagging, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.8% of fitness trackers support exercise tagging.
    What it is: Allows tagging or categorization of specific exercises.
    When it matters: When you want the tracker to capture more workouts and training details with less manual effort.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse does not support exercise tagging, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.8% of fitness trackers support exercise tagging.
  • 59.1% smaller battery capacity
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse has a lower battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (45 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 Pulse has a lower battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (45 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.45 mAh vs 110 mAh
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse 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 Pulse 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
  • 49 m lower waterproof depth rating
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse 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 Pulse 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
  • Limited ip rating
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse 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 Pulse 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
  • No personalization options
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse cannot be personalized, while the average fitness tracker can. 80% of fitness trackers can be personalized.
    What it is: Shows whether the device or companion platform allows meaningful personalization such as layouts, watch faces, recommendations, or settings.
    When it matters: When watch faces, app layout, recommendations, or personalized metrics affect whether the ecosystem feels useful long term.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse cannot be personalized, while the average fitness tracker can. 80% of fitness trackers can be personalized.
  • No stopwatch
    Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse does not have a stopwatch, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.4% of fitness trackers have a stopwatch.
    What it is: Built-in stopwatch for timing activities.
    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 Pulse does not have a stopwatch, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.4% of fitness trackers have a stopwatch.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse?

  • Excellent value for money, often cited as one of the most affordable trackers with a heart rate sensor.
  • Long battery life, lasting up to 30 days on a single charge.
  • Lightweight and comfortable design, suitable for all-day wear and sleep.
  • IP67 water resistance, allowing for use in rain or during showers.
  • Simple and easy-to-use interface with a reliable companion app (Mi Fit).

What customers dislike about Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse?

  • Inaccurate step counting, with reports of both underestimating and overestimating distances.
  • Unreliable heart rate monitoring, especially during intense exercise or movement.
  • Limited functionality compared to modern trackers, lacking a screen and advanced smart features.
  • Silicone band durability issues, with users reporting the strap wearing out or scuffing quickly.
  • Difficulties in initial pairing with some smartphones, particularly certain iPhone models.

Expert reviews

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neowin.net
26/01/2016
Xiaomi Mi Band 1S review: One step forward, two steps back

The Neowin review of the Xiaomi Mi Band 1S characterizes the tracker as a significant regression from its predecessor, despite introducing a new optical heart rate monitor, a comfortable rubber strap, and a low price point. The device retains basic, solid step tracking, but the hardware upgrades fail to justify the overall performance decline. However, the Mi Band 1S is heavily...Read more

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gadfit.com
10/12/2015
Xiaomi Mi Band 1S - Hands On Review - GadFit

Xiaomi Mi Band 1S Review Summary The Xiaomi Mi Band 1S is an entry-level fitness tracker that stands out for offering a built-in heart rate sensor at a highly budget-friendly price point of around $15–$20 USD. It provides comprehensive daily activity metrics by tracking steps, distance, calories, and automatically monitoring running sessions and sleep duration. Key advantages...Read more

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bee-outdoors.co.uk
14/03/2016
Best budget fitness trackers - Xiaomi Mi Band 1s review

However, the device has several clear drawbacks, most notably a highly inconsistent and questionable manual heart rate monitor that delivers widely varying results within short intervals. The user interface is another pain point, as the Mi Fit app features a confusing layout with buried menus, and creating an account can be frustratingly difficult on mobile devices. Additionally,...Read more

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goughlui.com
28/05/2016
Review: Mi Band Pulse Fitness Tracker (XMSH02HM)

The Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse (1S) is a budget-friendly fitness tracker that retains the discreet, lightweight, and comfortable design of its predecessor while introducing a built-in heart rate monitor. Key advantages include its highly affordable price point (~AU$20) and its exceptional battery life, which reached roughly 43 days on a single charge during testing despite utilizing the...Read more

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androidheadlines.com
22/04/2016
Featured Review: Xiaomi Mi Band 1S Fitness Tracker

The Xiaomi Mi Band 1S is an exceptionally budget-friendly fitness tracker that updates its predecessor by introducing a brand new Photo Plethyamo Graphy (PPG) heart rate sensor and more reliable chipsets, all while maintaining an incredibly low $15 price tag. The hardware consists of a super small, lightweight (5.5 grams) aluminum and plastic puck that fits into a hypoallergenic...Read more

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wareable.com
13/01/2016
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse review - Wareable

The Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse 1S review by Wareable highlights the budget tracker's major hardware evolution, which includes a newly integrated optical heart rate monitor while preserving a highly affordable price tag and an incredibly lightweight, durable build. Key advantages noted in the evaluation include its robust IP67 dust and water resistance, helpful silent vibrating alerts for...Read more

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techadvisor.com
02/12/2015
Xiaomi Mi Band 1S Pulse best-value activity tracker review

The Xiaomi Mi Band 1S Pulse is a highly affordable, lightweight activity tracker that offers excellent value by introducing an optical heart-rate scanner and a tougher, more durable polycarbonate band. Weighing just 14.5 grams, this IP67 waterproof device tracks steps, sleep cycles, and daily activity while offering a class-leading battery life of up to 30 days. Key strengths...Read more

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fitness-factory.net
22/02/2016
Comparison: Xiaomi Mi Band vs. Mi Band 1S - Differences

The Fitness Factory review compares the original Xiaomi Mi Band with the 1S, highlighting the latter's superior value due to a minimal 5-Euro price difference for added functionality. A significant advantage of the Mi Band 1S is its integrated heart rate sensor for real-time pulse monitoring, which makes the base model's lack of this feature its primary drawback. fitness-factory.net...Read more

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tchgdns.de
20/12/2015
Xiaomi Mi Band 1S Review: Probably the Most Affordable Fitness Tracker with a Heart Rate Sensor

The Xiaomi Mi Band 1S is an affordable, entry-level fitness tracker that stands out primarily for its budget-friendly price point (around €20 to €30) and the inclusion of a new optical heart rate sensor. Built with a simple, lightweight design, it features a durable silicone strap and a removable tracking capsule with a certified IP67 water-resistance rating, making it safe for...Read more

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frandroid.com
09/06/2016
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse Review: Our Full Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi Band 1S (also known as Mi Band Pulse), released in 2015, is a minor evolution of its predecessor that maintains a low-cost, minimalist design. The review highlights its lightweight build (14g) and IP67 water resistance, making it comfortable for 24/7 wear and showering. Under the hood, it features a 45mAh battery, Bluetooth 4.1, and an optical heart rate sensor that...Read more

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trentejours.com
16/05/2016
The Xiaomi Mi Band 1S (Band Pulse) vs. Fitbit Charge HR

The Xiaomi Mi Band 1S (Band Pulse) offers an incredibly budget-friendly alternative to the Fitbit Charge HR, packed with features like daily activity, sleep, and sports tracking, alongside smart call and SMS vibrations. A major benefit of the Xiaomi is its highly affordable price point of just 16€, its interchangeable strap options, and an impressive battery life that lasts up to 20...Read more

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domotiquetechnoseb27.com
02/03/2016
[Video] Xiaomi Mi-Band 1S Bracelet - Technoseb27 Home Automation", "[Video] Xiaomi Mi-Band 1S Smart Band - Technoseb27 Smart Home

The review provides a detailed assessment of the Xiaomi Mi-Band 1S fitness tracker, highlighting its transition from the first-generation model. The author expresses high satisfaction with the device, noting that it brings crucial hardware updates like an integrated optical heart rate sensor located on the back of the aluminum-magnesium alloy capsule. Structurally, the capsule is...Read more

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endomorfun.fr
06/06/2016
Xiaomi Mi Band 1S review: An unbeatable price for this fitness tracker

The Xiaomi Mi Band 1S is a lightweight, minimal, and budget-friendly activity tracker that weighs only 5 grams and costs less than $18. It tracks daily steps, logs running sessions, and monitors sleep quality by distinguishing between deep and light sleep. It connects to Android and iOS via the Mi Fit app, which offers a stable, simple, and multi-language interface. Key advantages...Read more

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bxnxg.com
12/07/2017
Xiaomi Mi Band 1 and 1S: Are they reliable? Review and Prices

This product review on BXNXG evaluates the Xiaomi Mi Band 1 and Mi Band 1S fitness trackers by testing both simultaneously on the same wrist to verify their data accuracy. The reviewer highlights several major benefits, starting with the unbeatable price-to-performance ratio (costing around €10 to €20) and excellent build quality. The devices offer outstanding battery life spanning...Read more

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frandroid.com
12/11/2015
Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse - Product Specification and Review", "Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse - Specs and Review

The Frandroid review highlights the Xiaomi Mi Band Pulse (also known as the Mi Band 1S) as a minor but notable evolution of its predecessor, earning a solid 8/10 rating. The main highlight of this version is the addition of a built-in optical heart rate sensor, which sets it apart from the original version while retaining the signature lightweight design (measuring 9.9 mm in...Read more

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saggiamente.com
17/12/2015
Review: Xiaomi Mi Band 1S, the low-cost fitness tracker now also monitors heart rate

The Saggiamente review highlights the Xiaomi Mi Band 1S as a budget-friendly, lightweight tracker featuring an added optical heart rate sensor, solid IP67 waterproof construction, and an exceptional battery life spanning several weeks. While praising its reliable sleep tracking and vibrating notifications, the review notes significant limitations, specifically that the heart rate...Read more

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andreagaleazzi.com
21/12/2015
Xiaomi MiBand 1s | review (UPDATED)

The Xiaomi MiBand 1s review by Andrea Galeazzi highlights this updated device as an excellent, low-cost wearable that maintains the core strengths of its predecessor while introducing a heart rate monitor. A major pro of the fitness tracker is its exceptional battery life, paired with a reliable design and highly accurate tracking measurements. Above all, its primary selling point...Read more

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nextgentech.it
23/04/2016
Xiaomi Mi Band 1S Pulse - Review - NextGenTech.it

The core advantages of the tracker are its unbeatable value for money, a comprehensive feature suite that matches far more expensive competitors, and robust community software support. However, the reviewer notes several downsides, including a rigid plastic strap, a lackluster and anonymous packaging design, and a complete absence of physical buttons. Additionally, the official...Read more

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mifans.nl
22/07/2014
Xiaomi Mi Band, an affordable fitness wearable

The Xiaomi Mi Band is an affordable, entry-level fitness wearable that tracks steps, distance, active minutes, calories burned, and sleep quality. It features a silent vibrating alarm to wake users up gently and a Bluetooth-connected smartphone app for Android and iPhone to display detailed activity data. The review highlights the Xiaomi Mi Band 1S Pulse variant, which improves upon...Read more

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androidworld.nl
29/10/2014
Xiaomi Mi Band Review: Cheap and Limited Functionality

The primary pros of the Mi Band are its incredibly low price point and overall ease of use, making it an excellent entry-level option for those looking to explore wearable technology. However, the reviewer highlights several notable cons, including limited total functionality, the strict requirement for Android 4.3 or higher, and the lack of a built-in display screen. A temporary...Read more

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tweakers.net
15/03/2016
Xiaomi Mi Band 1S Aluminum (Black) Review

Several pros and cons are explicitly detailed throughout the review: Cons: The device must be imported directly from China via platforms like AliExpress to avoid high local markups; the user manual completely lacks a Dutch translation; and the official companion app feels unfinished. Specifically, the Google Play Store app version suffered from broken WhatsApp and email...Read more

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