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  • Avg. price: ~£25
  • Form factor: wristband
  • Battery life: 14 days
  • Screen size: 1.47 inch

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

8.1

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%

7.9

Technical Score

20.0%

8.7

User score

Excellent
7.9

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%

7.7

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

7.1

Battery

18.0%

8.9

Health

18.0%

7.3

Display

8.0%

8.6

Smart Features

8.0%

8.9

App & Wellness

4.0%

8.1

Connectivity

4.0%

8.4

Design & Durability

Very good
8.7

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%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(282)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

Excellent
  • 7.0
    Swimming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    ATM rating

    24.0%

    4.0

    Open-water swim mode

    18.0%

    9.0

    Waterproof depth rating

    15.0%

    4.0

    GPS

    15.0%

    6.5

    Battery life

  • 8.2
    Kids

    Score components:

    30.0%

    6.5

    Battery life

    25.0%

    7.1

    Weight

    20.0%

    10

    ATM rating

    15.0%

    9.7

    Screen size

    10.0%

    10

    Price

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Verdict

The Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 is an entry-level fitness tracker featuring a 1.47-inch TFT LCD display with a resolution of 172 x 320 pixels and a maximum brightness of 450 nits. This ultra-slim 9.99mm device weighs just 14.9g and offers over 30 workout modes, 5ATM water resistance, and comprehensive health monitoring including 24-hour heart rate, SpO2, and sleep tracking. Main advantages include its affordable price point, lightweight design, and a long-lasting 210mAh battery providing up to 14 days of typical use. However, it lacks built-in GPS, NFC for contactless payments, and an auto-brightness sensor, while the TFT display is considered less vibrant compared to AMOLED alternatives.

Technical Specifications of Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2

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%

7.7

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

7.1

Battery

18.0%

8.9

Health

18.0%

7.3

Display

8.0%

8.6

Smart Features

8.0%

8.9

App & Wellness

4.0%

8.1

Connectivity

4.0%

8.4

Design & Durability

7.9
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a technical score of 7.93 points, which is higher than 81.7% 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%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(282)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

8.7
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a user score of 8.74 points, which is higher than 74.2% of fitness trackers.
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.
10
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 60.1% 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%

8.1

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.7
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.7 points, which is higher than 83.1% 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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

yes
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports high and low heart rate alerts. 66.8% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
High heart rate alert only.
Irregular heart rate alerts
What it is: Warns of irregular or abnormal heart rhythms.
When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a blood oxygen sensor. 74.4% 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 supports no satellite systems which is less versatile than that of 12.2% of fitness trackers and the same as that of 87.8% of fitness trackers.
GNSS bands supported
What it is: Number and type of GNSS frequency bands supported.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

?
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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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

yes
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports call controls. 59.4% of fitness trackers support call controls.
Reject/mute only.
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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 supports activity reports. 5.7% of fitness trackers support activity reports.
via Mi Fit app
Goal setting
What it is: Allows setting personal fitness or activity goals.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports goal setting. 2.4% of fitness trackers support goal setting.
Achievements
What it is: Rewards progress and completed milestones.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

?
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

yes
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports inactivity alerts. 23.7% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
Move reminders supported.
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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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

5.1
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports Bluetooth 5.1 which is newer than in 91.9% of fitness trackers and equal to that in 2% 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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

14 days
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 offers a battery life of 14 days which is longer than that of 60.4% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 13.9% of fitness trackers.
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

?
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

?
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

210 mAh
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a battery capacity of 210 mAh which is higher than that of 82.4% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 2.1% of fitness trackers.
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Display
What it is: Main interface showing information and metrics.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: LOW

yes
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a display. 24.1% of fitness trackers have a 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

1.47 inch
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a screen size of 1.47 inch which is larger than that of 75.5% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 9.1% of fitness trackers.
Display type
What it is: Technology used for the screen, such as AMOLED or LCD.
When it matters: When display technology affects contrast, color quality, power efficiency, or how premium the screen feels.

Importance: MEDIUM

TFT LCD
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 uses TFT LCD display technology which is less advanced than that of 61.4% of fitness trackers and the same as that of 5.5% of fitness trackers.
Screen resolution
What it is: Total number of pixels displayed on the screen.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

172 x 320
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a screen resolution of 172x320 which is higher than that of 83% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 1.1% of fitness trackers.
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

247 ppi
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a pixel density of 247 ppi which is higher than that of 48% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 2% of fitness trackers.
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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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 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

16 mm
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Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 vs the average fitness tracker

  • Blood oxygen monitoring
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a blood oxygen sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 26% of fitness trackers have a 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

    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a blood oxygen sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 26% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
  • Lower resting heart rate
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 48.2% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
  • 90.9% larger battery capacity
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a higher battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (210 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 has a higher battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (210 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.210 mAh vs 110 mAh
  • Touchscreen
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a touchscreen, while the average fitness tracker does not. 43.8% of fitness trackers have a touchscreen.
    What it is: Ability of the display to recognize touch input.
    When it matters: When smooth touch response and quicker on-screen interaction matter during workouts or daily use.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a touchscreen, while the average fitness tracker does not. 43.8% of fitness trackers have a touchscreen.
  • 0.43 inch larger screen size
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a higher screen size than the average fitness tracker (1.5 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.
    What it is: Physical size of the device’s display measured diagonally.
    When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a higher screen size than the average fitness tracker (1.5 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.1.47 inch vs 1.04 inch
  • Heart rate alerts
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports high and low heart rate alerts, while the average fitness tracker does not. 33.5% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
    High heart rate alert only.
    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

    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports high and low heart rate alerts, while the average fitness tracker does not. 33.5% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
  • Modern Bluetooth version
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average fitness tracker (5.1 vs 4.0). The average fitness tracker supports Bluetooth 4.0.
    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

    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average fitness tracker (5.1 vs 4.0). The average fitness tracker supports Bluetooth 4.0.5.1 vs 4.0
  • 4 days longer battery life
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (14 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
    What it is: Total time the battery lasts on a full charge.
    When it matters: When the tracker needs to last through travel, sleep tracking, long workouts, or several days between charges.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >5 days

    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (14 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.14 days vs 10 days
  • Blood oxygen monitoring
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a blood oxygen sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 26% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
  • Lower resting heart rate
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 48.2% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
  • Heart rate alerts
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports high and low heart rate alerts, while the average fitness tracker does not. 33.5% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
  • Tracks menstrual cycle
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports menstrual cycle tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 41.7% of fitness trackers support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • Period notifications
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has period notifications, while the average fitness tracker does not. 32% of fitness trackers have period notifications.
  • Fertile window notifications
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 displays fertile window notifications, while the average fitness tracker does not. 24.4% of fitness trackers display fertile window notifications.
  • Ovulation prediction
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 predicts ovulation, while the average fitness tracker does not. 41.4% of fitness trackers predict ovulation.
  • Cycle start prediction
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 predicts the start date, while the average fitness tracker does not. 42.2% of fitness trackers predict the start date.
  • 90.9% larger battery capacity
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a higher battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (210 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.
  • 4 days longer battery life
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (14 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
  • Touchscreen
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a touchscreen, while the average fitness tracker does not. 43.8% of fitness trackers have a touchscreen.
  • 0.43 inch larger screen size
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a higher screen size than the average fitness tracker (1.5 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.
  • Color display
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a color display, while the average fitness tracker does not. 37.9% of fitness trackers have a color display.
  • Branded damage-resistant glass
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 uses branded damage-resistant glass, while the average fitness tracker does not. 22.2% of fitness trackers use branded damage-resistant glass.
  • Durable display glass
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 uses more durable display glass than the average fitness tracker (tempered glass vs glass). The average fitness tracker uses glass display glass.
  • Modern Bluetooth version
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average fitness tracker (5.1 vs 4.0). The average fitness tracker supports Bluetooth 4.0.
  • Phone finder support
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports phone finding, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.5% of fitness trackers support phone finding.
  • Passcode protection
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports passcode protection, while the average fitness tracker does not. 17.2% of fitness trackers support passcode protection.
  • Call control
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports call controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 40.9% of fitness trackers support call controls.
  • Camera remote control
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports camera remote control, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.6% of fitness trackers support camera remote control.
  • Gesture control
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports gesture controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 40.8% of fitness trackers support gesture controls.
  • 1.01 mm thinner design
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 is thinner than the average fitness tracker (10 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.
  • 6 newer release date
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 was released more recently than the average fitness tracker (2,022 vs 2,016). The average fitness tracker was released in 2,016.
  • Water intake tracking
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 supports water intake tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 47% of fitness trackers support water intake tracking.

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Overall
Health
Battery
Display
Connectivity
Smart Features
Design & Durability
App & Wellness
  • No automatic activity detection
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a higher charging time than the average fitness tracker (2 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.
  • Lower screen resolution
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a lower screen resolution than the average fitness tracker (172x320 vs 194x368). The average fitness tracker has a screen resolution of 194x368.
  • 5.6% heavier
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 is heavier than the average fitness tracker (26.4 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
  • Ads in app
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
    What it is: Automatically recognizes and records physical activities.
    When it matters: When you want common workouts captured even on days when you forget to start tracking manually.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a higher charging time than the average fitness tracker (2 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.
    What it is: Time required for a full charge.
    When it matters: When short charging windows matter and you do not want the tracker off your wrist for too long.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a higher charging time than the average fitness tracker (2 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.2 hours vs 1.5 hours
  • Ads in app
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 shows ads in the app, while the average fitness tracker does not. 50.6% of fitness trackers have an ad-free app.
    What it is: Operates without advertisements.
    When it matters: When account rules, app costs, exports, or software flexibility affect whether the ecosystem suits you long term.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 shows ads in the app, while the average fitness tracker does not. 50.6% of fitness trackers have an ad-free app.
  • Lower screen resolution
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a lower screen resolution than the average fitness tracker (172x320 vs 194x368). The average fitness tracker has a screen resolution of 194x368.
    What it is: Total number of pixels displayed on the screen.
    When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 has a lower screen resolution than the average fitness tracker (172x320 vs 194x368). The average fitness tracker has a screen resolution of 194x368.172x320 vs 194x368
  • 5.6% heavier
    Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 is heavier than the average fitness tracker (26.4 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 Redmi Smart Band 2 is heavier than the average fitness tracker (26.4 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.26.4 g vs 25 g
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4.1
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(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

What customers like about Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2?

  • Excellent value for money due to its very low entry price point
  • Lightweight and slim design (9.99mm) making it comfortable for 24-hour wear
  • Large 1.47-inch display provides a 10.5% larger viewing area than the Mi Band 7
  • Solid battery life lasting up to 14 days with typical usage
  • Water resistance up to 50m (5 ATM) suitable for swimming
  • Wide range of 30+ sports modes including specialized tracking like yoga and cycling

What customers dislike about Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2?

  • Uses a TFT LCD panel rather than the more vibrant AMOLED screens found on competitors
  • Lack of integrated GPS requires a connected phone for distance tracking during outdoor activities
  • No NFC chip for contactless payments
  • Notification interaction is limited as users cannot respond directly to messages from the band
  • The Mi Fitness app is considered basic compared to alternatives like Zepp Life
  • Missing some advanced features found in other Xiaomi bands, such as the PAI health score system
  • Lack of auto-brightness adjustment for the display

Expert reviews

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which.co.uk
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Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 review - Fitness trackers MiStore.pk

The Which? review of the Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 highlights it as an incredibly budget-friendly entry point for users wanting to test the fitness tracker market, available for around £15.32. Weighing a lightweight 27g and measuring 43.3mm in height and 11.2mm in depth, the tracker features a removable strap and a 37mm touchscreen display. Its prominent pros include broad operating...Read more

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inside-digital.de
21/07/2024
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 Review: Nasty Surprise!

The Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 is an ultra-budget fitness tracker that offers a solid entry-level experience but falls severely short in its core tracking capabilities. On the positive side, it stands out for its lightweight 27-gram design, budget-friendly price tag of under €35, and impressive battery life that easily lasts around seven days even with advanced sleep tracking...Read more

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movilzona.es
09/02/2023
Redmi Smart Band 2: we test Xiaomi's budget tracker aiming for success

The Redmi Smart Band 2 is an affordable, entry-level fitness tracker priced under €35 that delivers excellent value, featuring a lightweight 14.9-gram design and a 1.47-inch rectangular display (450 nits peak brightness). Its standout pros include an impressive battery life that easily lasts up to 14 days on a single charge (taking around 110 minutes via a magnetic USB cable), 5 ATM...Read more

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larazon.es
14/02/2023
Redmi Smart Band 2 Review: Is Xiaomi's Most Affordable Fitness Tracker Worth It?

The Redmi Smart Band 2 is an affordable fitness tracker launched by Xiaomi for around €30 to €40, designed to fill the gap left by the increasingly expensive mainline Xiaomi Smart Bands. It features a lightweight and comfortable 15-gram design with a 1.47-inch rectangular display and 5 ATM water resistance, making it highly practical for sports and daily wear. The device provides a...Read more

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dailymotion.com
11/06/2023
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 Review: Affordable Yet Feature-Packed

The Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 stands out as a highly affordable, reliable, and functional fitness tracker, offering a strong feature set for users on a strict budget. According to the Tecnoandroid review, its core strengths (pros) include an incredibly competitive price tag, a lightweight 14.9-gram design that makes it barely noticeable to wear, and a bright, wide 1.47-inch TFT LCD...Read more

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sportmediaset.mediaset.it
24/04/2023
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 Review: Almost Everything You Need at a Low Price", "Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 Review: It Has Almost Everything and Costs Ve...

The Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 is a highly practical, budget-friendly wearable priced at €34.99, making it a compelling entry-level choice for users who find traditional smartwatches too complex or bulky. Weighing just 15 grams and measuring 9.9mm in thickness, the band offers an unobtrusive design that delivers essential fitness tracking, including over 30 workout modes and...Read more

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techprincess.it
21/04/2023
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 review: lots of fitness, low price

The Tech Princess review positions the Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 as a highly stable, entry-level fitness tracker priced at €34.99, featuring a 1.47-inch TFT display and a 14-day battery life. It excels with accurate step counting, reliable sleep tracking, and over 30 workout modes, housed in a lightweight 9.99 mm body. YouTube · However, the budget-conscious device compromises with...Read more

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tomshw.it
21/04/2023
Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 review: Why choose it over the Mi Band 7

The Xiaomi Redmi Smart Band 2 is a budget-friendly hybrid wearable that sits between a traditional fitness tracker and a smartwatch, featuring an appealing aesthetic with a large XL display and stable connectivity. However, while its low price of approximately 30 euros makes it accessible, the device suffers from significant quality compromises, including a lower-quality TFT panel...Read more

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consumentenbond.nl
11/04/2026
Best smartwatch 2026 | test results (including Redmi Smart Band 2)

The Dutch Consumers' Association (Consumentenbond) provides an independent, laboratory-tested overview evaluating how alternative, budget-friendly smartwatches compete against the top three best-selling brands in the Netherlands. Updated on March 10, 2026, the comprehensive assessment evaluates devices across key performance areas, including the accuracy of notification delivery,...Read more

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nl.techreviewer.de
06/10/2024
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 review - fitness tracker - techreviewer

On the downside, the fitness tracker struggles significantly with its built-in heart rate monitor, which frequently yields incorrect or failed measurements if the user makes even the slightest physical movement. Another prominent con centers on notification management within the native Mi Fit app; the review notes that the companion software feels limited, forcing users to download...Read more

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