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  • Avg. price: ~£20
  • Form factor: wristband
  • Battery life: 14 days
  • Screen size: 1.47 inch

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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%

7.8

Technical Score

20.0%

9.1

User score

Excellent
7.8

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%

7.3

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

7.1

Battery

18.0%

9.0

Health

18.0%

7.0

Display

8.0%

8.6

Smart Features

8.0%

8.8

App & Wellness

4.0%

8.1

Connectivity

4.0%

8.4

Design & Durability

Very good
9.1

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%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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Exceptional
  • 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 Smart Band 8 Active is a budget-focused fitness tracker featuring a 1.47-inch TFT LCD display with 172 x 320 resolution and 450 nits of peak brightness. It boasts a slim 9.99mm profile weighing only 14.9g, offering over 50 sports modes, 5ATM water resistance, and comprehensive health monitoring including all-day heart rate, SpO2, and sleep tracking. Its main pros include an impressive 14-day battery life, a lightweight design for 24/7 comfort, and a highly affordable price point. However, it lacks a high-end AMOLED screen, built-in GPS, an ambient light sensor for auto-brightness, and an always-on display (AOD) mode.

Technical Specifications of Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active

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%

7.3

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

7.1

Battery

18.0%

9.0

Health

18.0%

7.0

Display

8.0%

8.6

Smart Features

8.0%

8.8

App & Wellness

4.0%

8.1

Connectivity

4.0%

8.4

Design & Durability

7.8
Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active has a technical score of 7.82 points, which is higher than 78.9% 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%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(5816)
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4.4
(657)
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4.1
(266)
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4.3
(263)
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4.0
(120)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

9.1
Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active has a user score of 9.13 points, which is higher than 90.1% 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active supports high and low heart rate alerts. 66.8% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
High and low resting heart rate alerts.
Irregular heart rate alerts
What it is: Warns of irregular or abnormal heart rhythms.
When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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

no
Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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

yes
Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports calendar sync. 80.6% 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active supports goal setting. 2.4% of fitness trackers support goal setting.
Achievements
What it is: Rewards progress and completed milestones.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports achievements. 24.3% of fitness trackers support achievements.
Includes digital medals or badges.
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 Smart Band 8 Active supports inactivity alerts. 23.7% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
Coaching
What it is: Provides guided training and workout advice.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

no
Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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

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

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=100 mAh

210 mAh
Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active vs the average fitness tracker

  • Blood oxygen monitoring
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 and low resting 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

    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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.
  • Continuous SpO₂ monitoring
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports continuous SpO₂ monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does not. 12.3% of fitness trackers support continuous SpO₂ monitoring.
    automatic checks every 10 minutes at rest.
    What it is: Shows whether the tracker can measure blood oxygen saturation continuously over time instead of only through one-off manual checks.
    When it matters: When ongoing overnight or day-long blood oxygen tracking matters more than taking an occasional manual reading.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports continuous SpO₂ monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does not. 12.3% of fitness trackers support continuous SpO₂ monitoring.
  • Modern Bluetooth version
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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
  • Blood oxygen monitoring
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 48.2% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
  • Heart rate alerts
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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.
  • Continuous SpO₂ monitoring
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports continuous SpO₂ monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does not. 12.3% of fitness trackers support continuous SpO₂ monitoring.
  • Tracks menstrual cycle
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports menstrual cycle tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 41.7% of fitness trackers support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • Period notifications
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active has period notifications, while the average fitness tracker does not. 32% of fitness trackers have period notifications.
  • Fertile window notifications
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active displays fertile window notifications, while the average fitness tracker does not. 24.4% of fitness trackers display fertile window notifications.
  • Ovulation prediction
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active predicts ovulation, while the average fitness tracker does not. 41.4% of fitness trackers predict ovulation.
  • Cycle start prediction
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active predicts the start date, while the average fitness tracker does not. 42.2% of fitness trackers predict the start date.
  • Built-in route tracker
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports route tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.8% of fitness trackers support route tracking.
  • 43.5 more exercise modes
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active has more exercise modes than the average fitness tracker (50 vs 6.5). The average fitness tracker offers 6.5 exercise modes.
  • 90.9% larger battery capacity
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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.
  • Low power mode
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports low power mode, while the average fitness tracker does not. 24.4% of fitness trackers support low power mode.
  • Touchscreen
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active has a color display, while the average fitness tracker does not. 37.9% of fitness trackers have a color display.
  • Durable display glass
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active supports phone finding, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.5% of fitness trackers support phone finding.
  • Passcode protection
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports passcode protection, while the average fitness tracker does not. 17.2% of fitness trackers support passcode protection.
  • Call control
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports call controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 40.9% of fitness trackers support call controls.
  • Calendar sync
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports calendar sync, while the average fitness tracker does not. 19.8% of fitness trackers support calendar sync.
  • Camera remote control
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports camera remote control, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.6% of fitness trackers support camera remote control.
  • Gesture control
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active supports gesture controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 40.8% of fitness trackers support gesture controls.
  • 1.01 mm thinner design
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active is thinner than the average fitness tracker (10 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.
  • 7 newer release date
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active was released more recently than the average fitness tracker (2,023 vs 2,016). The average fitness tracker was released in 2,016.

Total
Overall
Health
Sports & Navigation
Battery
Display
Connectivity
Smart Features
Design & Durability
  • No automatic activity detection
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active is heavier than the average fitness tracker (26.4 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
  • Not compatible with smart scales
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active is not compatible with smart scales, while the average fitness tracker is. 67% of fitness trackers are compatible with smart scales.
  • No automatic activity detection
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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
  • Not compatible with smart scales
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active is not compatible with smart scales, while the average fitness tracker is. 67% of fitness trackers are compatible with smart scales.
    What it is: Compatible with connected smart scales.
    When it matters: When tracking daily habits and body trends beyond workouts matters to your health routine.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active is not compatible with smart scales, while the average fitness tracker is. 67% of fitness trackers are compatible with smart scales.
  • Lower screen resolution
    Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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 Smart Band 8 Active 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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(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

What customers like about Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active?

  • Exceptional value for money, often priced significantly lower than competitors
  • Large 1.47-inch LCD screen providing a clear view for notifications and stats
  • Slim and lightweight design (9.99mm) that remains comfortable for 24/7 wear
  • Reliable battery life lasting up to 14 days under typical usage conditions
  • Comprehensive basic health tracking including SpO2, heart rate, and sleep monitoring
  • Extensive customization with over 100 watch faces available through the app

What customers dislike about Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active?

  • Heart rate monitoring can be inaccurate during high-intensity or cardio workouts
  • Lacks a dedicated swimming mode despite being advertised as 5ATM water-resistant
  • No built-in GPS, requiring a tethered phone connection to track outdoor routes
  • Omission of an Always-On Display (AOD) and ambient light sensor for auto-brightness
  • Step counting and distance tracking may vary significantly compared to more premium models
  • Missing some advanced software features found in the standard Smart Band 8, like the running assistant

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06/04/2026
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The Fitbit Charge 6 emerged as the overall test winner, blurring the lines between a fitness tracker and a smartwatch with features like built-in GPS, ECG monitoring, Google Maps routing, and Google Wallet payments. In terms of performance, it excels with highly accurate pulse and distance measurements, a long battery life, a clear display, and the ability to send quick replies to...Read more

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26/04/2024
Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active Review: Do you want more information on the exact technical differences between this model and the standard version?

The RendeljKínait review highlights the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Active as the absolute entry-level budget option within Xiaomi's wearable lineup, positioning it as an incredibly cheap, bare-bones activity tracker. Physically, it features a notably larger screen compared to past standard smart bands, packed into a minimalist package where accessories and unboxing elements are kept to a...Read more

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