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Avg. price:~£60Battery life:21 daysScreen size:1.74 inchHeart rate monitor:yesGPS:yesWaterproof depth rating:50 m

Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro Review: Compare 171 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Fitness trackers category and whether it is worth buying.

9.1

★Better than 99% of fitness-trackers

9.4

★Better than 99% of fitness-trackers

7.8

▼Worse than 75% of fitness-trackers

10
Swimming
Swimming
10.0/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for swimming performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this fitness-trackers meets your specific swimming needs.
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28.0%
10
ATM rating
24.0%
10
Open-water swim mode
18.0%
10
Waterproof depth rating
15.0%
10
GPS
15.0%
10
Battery life
8.4
Kids
Kids
8.4/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for kids performance.
When it matters
When selecting a durable, safe, and family-friendly fitness-trackers suitable for learning and young children.
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30.0%
10
Battery life
25.0%
3.5
Weight
20.0%
10
ATM rating
15.0%
10
Screen size
10.0%
10
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Technical Specifications of fitness tracker Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro

9.1

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Health

9.2

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Heart rate monitor

Resting heart rate

Fast/slow heart rate alerts

Irregular heart rate alerts

Blood oxygen sensor

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Sports & Navigation

9.6

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GPS

Satellite systems supported

GNSS bands supported

?

Galileo support

Acquires GPS faster

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Smart Features

9.3

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Notifications

Vibrating alerts

Call control

Call answering

Calendar sync

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App & Wellness

9.4

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Activity reports

Goal setting

Achievements

Inactivity alerts

Coaching

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Connectivity

8.9

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Bluetooth version

Maximum Bluetooth range

NFC

Wi-Fi connectivity

?

Wi-Fi version

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Battery

9.4

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Battery life

Battery life with GPS on

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Battery life in training mode

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Battery life in power-saving mode

?

Battery capacity

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Display

9.8

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Display

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Design & Durability

7.5

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Form factor

wristband

Hybrid design

Designed for kids

Replaceable watch band

Band width

22 mm

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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro vs the average fitness tracker

Why is Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro better than the average fitness tracker?

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2.67x higher screen brightness
Screen brightness
1,200 nits
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <390 nits – >600 nits
This fitness tracker has a higher screen brightness than the average fitness tracker (1200 nits vs 450 nits). The average fitness tracker has screen brightness of 450 nits.
1,200 nits vs 450 nits
11 days longer battery life
Battery life
21 days
▲ Better than 82% of models
Market range: <5 days – >180 days
This fitness tracker has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (21 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
About 7 days with AOD and sleep tracking.
21 days vs 10 days
3.18x larger battery capacity
Battery capacity
350 mAh
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <30 mAh – >225 mAh
This fitness tracker has a higher battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (350 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.
350 mAh vs 110 mAh
Blood oxygen monitoring
Blood oxygen sensor
yes
▲ Better than 75% of models
This fitness tracker has a blood oxygen sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 25.2% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
0.7 inch larger screen size
Screen size
1.74 inch
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <0 inch – >1.6 inch
This fitness tracker has a higher screen size than the average fitness tracker (1.7 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.
1.74 inch vs 1.04 inch
Always-on display
Always-on display
yes
▲ Better than 75% of models
This fitness tracker has an always-on display, while the average fitness tracker does not. 25.6% of fitness trackers have an always-on display.
Measures VO2 max
VO2 max
yes
▲ Better than 79% of models
This fitness tracker supports VO2 max tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 21.8% of fitness trackers support VO2 max tracking.
Built-in GPS
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 89% of models
This fitness tracker has GPS, while the average fitness tracker does not. 11% of fitness trackers have GPS.

18% better value for money
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro has a higher value-for-money score than the average fitness tracker (9.34 vs 7.9).
9.34 vs 7.92

Blood oxygen monitoring
Blood oxygen sensor
yes
▲ Better than 75% of models
This fitness tracker has a blood oxygen sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 25.2% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
Measures VO2 max
VO2 max
yes
▲ Better than 79% of models
This fitness tracker supports VO2 max tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 21.8% of fitness trackers support VO2 max tracking.
Lower resting heart rate
Resting heart rate
yes
▲ Better than 53% of models
This fitness tracker supports Resting heart rate, while the average fitness tracker does not. 47.7% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
Heart rate alerts
Fast/slow heart rate alerts
yes
▲ Better than 66% of models
This fitness tracker supports high and low heart rate alerts, while the average fitness tracker does not. 34.5% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
High and low resting heart rate alerts.
Continuous SpO₂ monitoring
Continuous SpO₂ monitoring
yes
▲ Better than 88% of models
This fitness tracker supports continuous SpO₂ monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does not. 12.3% of fitness trackers support continuous SpO₂ monitoring.
24/7 monitoring.
Tracks respiration rate
Respiration rate tracking
yes
▲ Better than 88% of models
This fitness tracker supports respiratory rate tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 12.9% of fitness trackers support respiratory rate tracking.
Sleep only.
Tracks menstrual cycle
Menstrual cycle tracking
yes
▲ Better than 59% of models
This fitness tracker supports menstrual cycle tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 41.7% of fitness trackers support menstrual cycle tracking.
Period notifications
Has period notifications
yes
▲ Better than 69% of models
This fitness tracker has period notifications, while the average fitness tracker does not. 31% of fitness trackers have period notifications.
Fertile window notifications
Displays fertile window notifications
yes
▲ Better than 76% of models
This fitness tracker displays fertile window notifications, while the average fitness tracker does not. 24.1% of fitness trackers display fertile window notifications.
Ovulation prediction
Predicts ovulation
yes
▲ Better than 59% of models
This fitness tracker predicts ovulation, while the average fitness tracker does not. 41.6% of fitness trackers predict ovulation.
Cycle start prediction
Predicts start date
yes
▲ Better than 58% of models
This fitness tracker predicts the start date, while the average fitness tracker does not. 42.5% of fitness trackers predict the start date.

Built-in GPS
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 89% of models
This fitness tracker has GPS, while the average fitness tracker does not. 11% of fitness trackers have GPS.
Swim stroke counter
Swim stroke counter
yes
▲ Better than 78% of models
This fitness tracker supports swim stroke counting, while the average fitness tracker does not. 22% of fitness trackers support swim stroke counting.
Auto pause
Auto pause
yes
▲ Better than 77% of models
This fitness tracker supports auto pause, while the average fitness tracker does not. 23.2% of fitness trackers support auto pause.
Specific activities like walking and running.
Tracks elevation
Elevation tracking
yes
▲ Better than 73% of models
This fitness tracker supports elevation tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 27.4% of fitness trackers support elevation tracking.
Elevation via GPS sync
Recovery time advisor
Recovery time advisor
yes
▲ Better than 88% of models
This fitness tracker supports recovery time guidance, while the average fitness tracker does not. 12.2% of fitness trackers support recovery time guidance.
Tracks training load
Training load tracking
yes
▲ Better than 84% of models
This fitness tracker supports training load tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 16.3% of fitness trackers support training load tracking.
7-day EPOC-based training load.
Built-in gyroscope
Gyroscope
yes
▲ Better than 74% of models
This fitness tracker has a gyroscope, while the average fitness tracker does not. 26.5% of fitness trackers have a gyroscope.
Built-in route tracker
Has a route tracker
yes
▲ Better than 50% of models
This fitness tracker supports route tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.8% of fitness trackers support route tracking.
Built-in GPS route tracking.
Built-in compass
Compass
yes
★ Better than 96% of models
This fitness tracker has a compass, while the average fitness tracker does not. 4.9% of fitness trackers have a compass.
Built-in electronic compass.
Open-water swim mode
Open-water swim mode
yes
★ Better than 96% of models
This fitness tracker supports open-water swim mode, while the average fitness tracker does not. 4.9% of fitness trackers support open-water swim mode.
Supports Galileo
Galileo support
yes
★ Better than 96% of models
This fitness tracker supports Galileo, while the average fitness tracker does not. 4.8% of fitness trackers support Galileo.
Broad satellite support
Galileo support
GPS + GLONASS + Galileo + BeiDou + QZSS
★ Better than 96% of models
This fitness tracker supports more satellite systems than the average fitness tracker (GPS + GLONASS + Galileo + BeiDou + QZSS vs no). The average fitness tracker supports no satellite systems.
Multi-GNSS support.
GPS + GLONASS + Galileo + BeiDou + QZSS vs no
151.5 more exercise modes
Exercise tagging
158
▲ Better than 42% of models
This fitness tracker has more exercise modes than the average fitness tracker (158 vs 6.5). The average fitness tracker offers 6.5 exercise modes.
158 vs 6.5
Fast GPS lock
Acquires GPS faster
yes
★ Better than 92% of models
This fitness tracker supports faster GPS acquisition, while the average fitness tracker does not. 8% of fitness trackers support faster GPS acquisition.
Faster satellite lock claimed.
13 more stored activities
Max stored activities
20
▲ Better than 79% of models
Market range: <0 – >20
This fitness tracker has more stored activities than the average fitness tracker (20 vs 7). The average fitness tracker stores 7 activities.
20 vs 7

11 days longer battery life
Battery life
21 days
▲ Better than 82% of models
Market range: <5 days – >180 days
This fitness tracker has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (21 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
About 7 days with AOD and sleep tracking.
21 days vs 10 days
3.18x larger battery capacity
Battery capacity
350 mAh
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <30 mAh – >225 mAh
This fitness tracker has a higher battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (350 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.
350 mAh vs 110 mAh
Low power mode
Low power mode
yes
▲ Better than 76% of models
This fitness tracker supports low power mode, while the average fitness tracker does not. 24.1% of fitness trackers support low power mode.
0.25 hours shorter charging time
Charging time
1.25 hours
▲ Better than 77% of models
Market range: <0 hours – >5 hours
This fitness tracker has a lower charging time than the average fitness tracker (1.3 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.
1.25 hours vs 1.5 hours

2.67x higher screen brightness
Screen brightness
1,200 nits
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <390 nits – >600 nits
This fitness tracker has a higher screen brightness than the average fitness tracker (1200 nits vs 450 nits). The average fitness tracker has screen brightness of 450 nits.
1,200 nits vs 450 nits
0.7 inch larger screen size
Screen size
1.74 inch
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <0 inch – >1.6 inch
This fitness tracker has a higher screen size than the average fitness tracker (1.7 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.
1.74 inch vs 1.04 inch
Always-on display
Always-on display
yes
▲ Better than 75% of models
This fitness tracker has an always-on display, while the average fitness tracker does not. 25.6% of fitness trackers have an always-on display.
37.1% higher pixel density
Pixel density
336 ppi
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <140 ppi – >330 ppi
This fitness tracker has a higher pixel density than the average fitness tracker (336 ppi vs 245 ppi). The average fitness tracker has a pixel density of 245 ppi.
336 ppi vs 245 ppi
Touchscreen
Touchscreen
yes
▲ Better than 56% of models
This fitness tracker has a touchscreen, while the average fitness tracker does not. 43.8% of fitness trackers have a touchscreen.
Color display
Color display
yes
▲ Better than 63% of models
This fitness tracker has a color display, while the average fitness tracker does not. 37.7% of fitness trackers have a color display.
Branded damage-resistant glass
Has branded damage-resistant glass
yes
▲ Better than 78% of models
This fitness tracker 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.
Ambient light sensor
Ambient light sensor
yes
▲ Better than 84% of models
This fitness tracker has an ambient light sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 16.7% of fitness trackers have an ambient light sensor.
Higher screen resolution
Screen resolution
336 x 480
★ Better than 99% of models
This fitness tracker has a higher screen resolution than the average fitness tracker (336x480 vs 194x368). The average fitness tracker has a screen resolution of 194x368.
336x480 vs 194x368
Durable display glass
Display glass type
reinforced glass
▲ Better than 72% of models
This fitness tracker uses more durable display glass than the average fitness tracker (reinforced glass vs glass). The average fitness tracker uses glass display glass.
reinforced glass vs glass

Modern Bluetooth version
Bluetooth version
5.4
★ Better than 99% of models
This fitness tracker supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average fitness tracker (5.4 vs 4). The average fitness tracker supports Bluetooth 4.0.
5.4 vs 4.0
NFC
NFC
yes
▲ Better than 88% of models
This fitness tracker has NFC, while the average fitness tracker does not. 13% of fitness trackers have NFC.
10 m longer Bluetooth range
Maximum Bluetooth range
20 m
▲ Better than 81% of models
Market range: <8 m – >23 m
This fitness tracker has a longer Bluetooth range than the average fitness tracker (20 m vs 10 m). The average fitness tracker offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m.
20 m vs 10 m

Smart alarm
Smart alarm
yes
▲ Better than 73% of models
This fitness tracker supports a smart alarm, while the average fitness tracker does not. 27.3% of fitness trackers support a smart alarm.
10-minute wake window.
Phone finder support
Find my phone
yes
▲ Better than 51% of models
This fitness tracker supports phone finding, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.3% of fitness trackers support phone finding.
Passcode protection
Passcode protection
yes
▲ Better than 83% of models
This fitness tracker supports passcode protection, while the average fitness tracker does not. 17.6% of fitness trackers support passcode protection.
Supports a 6-digit PIN lock.
Call control
Call control
yes
▲ Better than 59% of models
This fitness tracker supports call controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 41.5% of fitness trackers support call controls.
Reject/mute only.
High voice commands
Voice commands
yes
★ Better than 95% of models
This fitness tracker supports voice commands, while the average fitness tracker does not. 5.4% of fitness trackers support voice commands.
Supports Alexa.
Calendar sync
Calendar sync
yes
▲ Better than 80% of models
This fitness tracker supports calendar sync, while the average fitness tracker does not. 20.2% of fitness trackers support calendar sync.
Shows synced events for the next 7 days.
Camera remote control
Camera remote control
yes
▲ Better than 61% of models
This fitness tracker supports camera remote control, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.9% of fitness trackers support camera remote control.
Haptic motor type
Haptic motor type
LRA
★ Better than 97% of models
This fitness tracker uses a more advanced haptic motor type than the average fitness tracker (LRA vs ERM). The average fitness tracker uses a ERM haptic motor type.
linear resonant actuator haptic motor.
LRA vs ERM
Gesture control
Gesture control
yes
▲ Better than 60% of models
This fitness tracker supports gesture controls, while the average fitness tracker does not. 40.8% of fitness trackers support gesture controls.

8 newer release date
Release date
2024
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <2k – >2k
This fitness tracker was released more recently than the average fitness tracker (2024 vs 2016). The average fitness tracker was released in 2016.
October 2024
2024 vs 2016

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

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61.6% heavier
Thickness
40.4 g mm
▲ Better than 60% of models
Market range: <8 mm – >13 mm
This fitness tracker is heavier than the average fitness tracker (40.4 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
Excludes heart-rate sensor.
40.4 g vs 25 g
2.2% lower user score
User score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.
When it matters
When you want to know how a fitness tracker performs in daily use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro
the average fitness tracker
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro has a lower user score than the average fitness tracker (7.83 vs 8.000).
7.83 vs 8

2.2% lower user score
User score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.
When it matters
When you want to know how a fitness tracker performs in daily use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro
the average fitness tracker
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro has a lower user score than the average fitness tracker (7.83 vs 8.000).
7.83 vs 8

61.6% heavier
Thickness
40.4 g mm
▲ Better than 60% of models
Market range: <8 mm – >13 mm
This fitness tracker is heavier than the average fitness tracker (40.4 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
Excludes heart-rate sensor.
40.4 g vs 25 g

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techadvisor.com

01/01/2025

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The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro is an affordable fitness tracker and smartwatch hybrid featuring a bright 1.74-inch AMOLED display and a button-less aluminum alloy case. Running on HyperOS, it delivers a consistent software experience across both Android and iOS devices while integrating seamlessly with the Mi Fitness app. The tracker's standout pros include its highly attractive design, an upgraded display that reaches a vibrant 1,200 nits of peak brightness, and a highly customizable strap system. Most notably for outdoor enthusiasts, it features built-in GPS capable of communicating with five major satellite systems, offering a significant feature advantage over its competitors at a very low entry price. However, the device does come with several distinct cons that impact daily usability. The total absence of physical buttons makes navigating menus slightly less intuitive, and the Mi Fitness smartphone app remains somewhat clunky and cluttered. Furthermore, fitness enthusiasts may find its tracking accuracy to be spotty. During testing, the built-in GPS frequently underreported distances and pacing metrics compared to dedicated sports watches, while the optical heart rate sensor regularly skewed high during...

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28/12/2024

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The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro received a mediocre "satisfactory" (2.5) rating from Computer Bild, failing to justify its €60 price tag—which is double the cost of the standard model. The device's primary strength is its exceptional battery life, which easily lasts over seven days under average usage, paired with a robust selection of sports modes and integrated GPS that allows users to leave their smartphones at home during outdoor workouts. Additionally, it features a more secure, wider rectangular wristband than its predecessor, reliable automatic exercise detection, and a built-in sleep-phase alarm clock. However, the fitness tracker is heavily criticized for major performance and software flaws. The 1.74-inch AMOLED display is notably too dim, making it difficult to read outdoors or via the Always-on display. Performance-wise, the heart rate monitoring and sleep tracking are highly inaccurate compared to reference devices. Smart capabilities are extremely restricted; it cannot install additional apps, fails to display WhatsApp or email notifications (only showing standard SMS), and the housing scratches very easily. Finally, the Mi Fitness app suffers from severe data privacy violations, completely disregarding...

heise.de

20/10/2025

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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro Review: The Best Value Fitness Tracker

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro is a budget-friendly fitness tracker styled like an elegant rectangular smartwatch, featuring a bright, readable 1.74-inch AMOLED touch display with automatic brightness adjustment. Its standout upgrade over the base model is an integrated GPS module supporting multiple satellite systems (Beidou, Glonass, Galileo, QZSS), enabling phone-free route and pace tracking that matches the accuracy of high-end sports watches. It tracks over 150 sports profiles with detailed metrics like ground contact time for runners and lap counting for swimmers, alongside reliable heart rate monitoring and precise sleep phase tracking via the Mi Fitness app. Furthermore, users are no longer forced to create an account to use the companion app, resolving prior privacy concerns. Battery life is exceptional, lasting over 17 days in real-world testing with mixed GPS use and full brightness. Key Pros & Cons

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22/10/2026

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The Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 9 Pro is a health and fitness tracker that is compatible with both iOS and Android devices, featuring a 480x366 pixel AMOLED touchscreen display, a detachable band, and a weight of 40 grams. It provides basic fitness functions like a pulse oximeter, an integrated heart rate monitor, step counting, distance tracking, calorie calculation, and automatic activity detection. Additionally, the device tracks sleep cycles and alerts users to notifications from text messages and social media platforms. For navigation and route tracking without a smartphone, it comes equipped with a built-in GPS. Currently, the fitness tracker is widely available online with pricing starting around €56.00 across multiple retail platforms. In terms of advantages, the device stands out for its integrated GPS capabilities, built-in pulse oximeter, and extensive sport tracking modes including indoor/outdoor running, cycling, and hiking. It also features practical daily tools like an alarm, sleep tracking, and automatic activity recognition. However, the device has notable limitations in its smart features; it lacks the ability to receive or answer phone calls, cannot reply to text messages or...

dailymotion.com

31/03/2025

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The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro bridges the gap between a standard fitness tracker and a premium smartwatch, offering a highly functional design for €69.99 on Amazon. A key highlight of the device is its vibrant, 1.74-inch AMOLED display operating at 60 Hz with up to 1,200 nits of peak brightness, ensuring perfect legibility in direct sunlight. The build quality is excellent and lightweight at 24.5 grams, featuring a 5 ATM water-resistance rating suitable for swimming and showering. Performance-wise, the integrated GPS stands out for its extreme accuracy, showing only a 1-to-2 meter variance compared to dedicated Garmin devices. Health metrics are similarly strong: the SpO2 blood oxygen sensor works flawlessly, sleep tracking deviates by only 5 to 10 minutes, and the continuous heart rate monitor remains reliable with a minor fluctuation of just 2 to 3 beats against the Apple Watch Ultra 2. Furthermore, battery longevity is exceptional, comfortably lasting 15 days under full, intensive usage and reaching up to 21 days with optimized settings. Despite these strengths, the review notes several design and software limitations. The total lack...

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31/12/2024

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The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro bridges the gap between a fitness tracker and a smartwatch with its large 1.74-inch AMOLED display, which now features a significantly improved peak brightness of 1,200 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. Priced at approximately 80 euros, it introduces a more premium aluminum frame compared to the plastic used in the previous generation and offers a more compact, though slightly thicker, design. One of its standout features remains its exceptional battery life, lasting about 9 days with the "always on" display active and up to 21 days with lighter usage. While the device excels in value, it struggles with technical precision in certain areas. Pros include the much-improved heart rate sensor accuracy (noted to be 15% better) and its high-quality, sunlight-readable screen. However, the cons are notable: the GPS reliability remains poor, often cutting corners or drifting during runs, and the software ecosystem is restrictive, offering no support for third-party apps or on-device music storage. Despite these flaws, it is recommended as a highly complete and affordable option for those entering the wearable market on...

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12/03/2025

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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro Review: The Smartwatch Alternative Worth Buying", "Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro Review: The Fitness Tracker That Is Worth Every Pen...

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro is a budget-friendly hybrid between a fitness tracker and a smartwatch, retailing in France for €79.99 to €89.99 depending on the color option. It features a premium, lightweight 24.5g rectangular aluminum alloy case with an upgraded, highly legible 1.74-inch AMOLED display that hits a peak brightness of 1,200 nits. Operating on HyperOS, the device offers built-in multi-system GPS, improved optical heart rate tracking, blood oxygen monitoring, and 5 ATM water resistance. One of its standout features is its exceptional battery life; the 350 mAh battery easily lasts between 10 to 14 days under intensive use and up to 21 days with standard settings, requiring a full charge in about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Despite these strengths, the review notes several limitations that might deter advanced users. The built-in GPS and heart rate monitor lack the rapid responsiveness required for advanced athletes, struggling specifically to track sudden pulse changes during high-intensity interval training (HIIT). Additionally, the proprietary HyperOS ecosystem does not include an app store, completely preventing users from installing third-party applications. The "always-on"...

phonandroid.com

05/02/2025

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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro Review: An Almost Perfect Smartwatch for the Price

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro is a highly efficient fitness smartwatch designed for everyday wear and casual sports tracking. It features a minimalist, lightweight 24-gram anodized aluminum design with a slightly curved 1.47-inch AMOLED screen that reaches a high brightness level of 800 nits, making it easily readable outdoors. Operating on a button-free, 100% tactile HyperOS interface, the tracker supports 150 sports activities and provides core data metrics like heart rate tracking, calorie tracking, and 5 ATM water resistance. Its absolute standout feature is its monster battery life; despite Xiaomi promising a 21-day runtime, hands-on testing revealed the 350 mAh battery lasted an impressive 25 days on a single 1.5-hour magnetic charge. However, the smartwatch hits specific limits for advanced users and athletes. Its sensor suite is basic, tracking only heart rate and SpO2 while omitting advanced biometrics like temperature, blood pressure, or body composition. The companion Mi Fitness mobile application poses software quirks, as it must run constantly in the background and can conflict with native phone interfaces (for example, failing to sync properly with Samsung's One UI...

frandroid.com

24/06/2025

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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro Review: A Sleek and Efficient Fitness Tracker for Everyday Use

summary of the review: The Frandroid review awards the Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro a final score of 7 out of 10, highlighting it as an elegant and highly capable budget fitness tracker. The device features a premium rectangular build made from an aluminum alloy and polymer fiber frame, making it feel far more high-end than standard plastic bands. Its 1.74-inch AMOLED display provides exceptional outdoor visibility by hitting a peak brightness of 1200 cd/m². For fitness tracking, the built-in independent GPS stands out as highly accurate, tracking routes almost identically to a premium smartphone. Additionally, it boasts excellent battery life; testing showed 34% of battery remaining after seven days of heavy continuous tracking. Despite its strengths, the tracker suffers from notable design and hardware compromises. The most frustrating issue is the complete absence of a physical button, forcing users to rely entirely on tedious gesture swiping to exit menus and return to the main screen. The software execution is also restricted by HyperOS, meaning it lacks third-party application support, and users cannot reply to text messages or make wrist-based...

lesnumeriques.com

27/03/2025

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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro review: The affordable fitness tracker that rivals smartwatches

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro is a highly competitive, budget-friendly hybrid between a smartwatch and an activity tracker, launched at a retail price of €80. It features a sleek, comfortable, and lightweight rectangular aluminum and plastic casing with no physical buttons, paired with a vibrant 1.74-inch OLED display that reaches 1000 nits of brightness for excellent outdoor visibility. Operating on HyperOS, the interface is smooth and intuitive, providing efficient notification tracking and health monitoring tools like blood oxygen and stress tracking. Additionally, it boasts excellent battery life, lasting up to 15 days under intensive use without the Always-on display, which drops to around a week when the feature is enabled. In terms of performance, the device features a highly accurate heart rate monitor that closely matches professional chest straps during both steady jogs and intense interval training. It also includes built-in GPS, though its tracking reliability is only average, especially in dense urban environments. The main drawbacks stem from the closed HyperOS system, which lacks third-party application support (such as Spotify) and does not include an altimeter, temperature sensor,...

topesdegama.com

30/04/2025

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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro review and opinions - Topes de Gama

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro marks a premium shift for the series, featuring a sophisticated aluminum alloy frame and a large 1.74-inch AMOLED display that delivers an impressive 1,200 nits of brightness with automatic adjustment. Weighing only 24.5 grams, it remains lightweight and highly comfortable for continuous wear. Performance-wise, the tracker excels in standalone utility thanks to its integrated multi-system GNSS (GPS) tracking and a comprehensive sensor array for health, sleep, and heart rate monitoring. Its 350 mAh battery offers excellent longevity, providing 10 to 12 days of typical use or up to a week with heavy GPS and sensor activation, and recharges fully in about 75 minutes. Despite its high user satisfaction and distinct hardware upgrades, the device is held back by software limitations. Pros include its vibrant high-brightness display, excellent battery life, premium aluminum build, and phone-free GPS tracking. On the downside, the basic operating system lacks advanced smartwatch capabilities, such as the option to install third-party apps, expand internal storage, or directly reply to incoming messages. Furthermore, users may notice occasional interface lag, there is no...

hipertextual.com

17/12/2024

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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro Review: Features and Analysis

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro functions like a smartwatch but is priced significantly lower, featuring a premium matte metal body that resists fingerprints and a larger 1.74-inch rectangular display. A major highlight of this generation is its screen brightness, which peaks at 1,200 nits for seamless outdoor visibility, doubling the capacity of its predecessor. The device provides an exceptional battery life that can last up to 21 days under standard usage, or 8 to 10 days with the Always On Display activated, meaning users can comfortably travel without a charger. On the performance front, it reliably tracks over 150 sports, heart rate, blood oxygen levels, and sleep, delivering data accuracy that rivals much more expensive smartwatches. It also features built-in GPS, allowing users to accurately map outdoor runs or bike rides without carrying a smartphone. However, the reviewer points out several notable limitations, particularly the ongoing lack of NFC support for contactless payments in Western markets due to software constraints. The proprietary operating system is quite restricted; users cannot install third-party applications, reply to WhatsApp messages, or answer incoming...

evosmart.it

02/12/2024

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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro Review: Part Band, Part Watch

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro acts as a hybrid bridge between a fitness tracker and a smartwatch, featuring a refined rectangular aluminum frame with rounded corners and a 1.74-inch AMOLED display. The screen provides high visibility by doubling its maximum peak brightness to 1,200 nits, which is paired with an automatic brightness sensor and an Always-On Display (AOD) option. Running on HyperOS, the software delivers a highly fluid and visually modern interface, integrated seamlessly with a fully matured Mi Fitness application. This companion app offers comprehensive data tracking, clear history overviews, and excellent third-party cross-compatibility with platforms like Strava, Google Fit, Apple Health, and SUUNTO. Additionally, the hardware boasts notable sensor upgrades, including a faster and more accurate built-in GPS for precise route tracking, alongside optimized step-counting algorithms and highly reliable sleep, heart rate, and SpO2 monitoring. In terms of advantages, the device offers excellent battery life that realistically lasts between 8 to 15 days depending on usage, highly accurate health monitoring metrics, and a beautiful, bright display. However, the reviewer highlights several prominent drawbacks, such as the persistent...

multiplayer.it

16/12/2024

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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro review: The benchmark fitness tracker

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro is an incremental upgrade over its standard counterpart, shifting from the traditional pill shape to a larger, rectangular 1.74-inch AMOLED display that delivers 1200 nits of brightness for effortless outdoor reading. Designed with a lightweight aluminum alloy chassis and running a highly responsive proprietary operating system, it ensures seamless compatibility with both Android and iOS devices through the Mi Fitness application. Its standout hardware enhancement is a significantly upgraded 350 mAh battery—a 20% increase from the previous generation—which extends battery life to between 8 and 21 days depending on usage, alongside a rapid and highly accurate built-in GPS that tracks 150 different sports activities without requiring a connected smartphone. The review highlights several pros, including its bright and highly legible display, a fast and precise GPS system, and an impressive battery life that easily lasts over a full week under normal use. However, the device faces notable cons regarding its value proposition; at €79.99, it is double the price of the base model, yet it adds very few exclusive features beyond the larger screen...

smartworld.it

18/12/2024

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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro review: GPS isn't enough to make a difference", "Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro review: GPS alone doesn't make the difference

However, the reviewer notes that the device comes with prominent drawbacks, most notably the complete absence of an NFC chip for contactless payments, which is a major missing feature for its price category. Additionally, the device is significantly bulkier and heavier than the base model, and user interactions with incoming smartphone notifications remain extremely limited as you cannot reply to text messages. Ultimately, because it lacks substantial differentiators beyond the GPS and larger screen while retailing at double the price of the base model (€79.99 vs €39.99), the reviewer concludes that the investment may not be worth it for casual users unless integrated GPS and a massive battery are top priorities.

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What we like about Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro

Bright and vibrant 1.74-inch AMOLED display with high peak brightness (up to 1,200 nits)
Excellent battery life, lasting up to 21 days on a single charge under standard conditions
Premium design featuring a lightweight aluminum alloy frame and responsive 60Hz UI
Comprehensive fitness suite with built-in GPS and over 150 sports modes
Responsive HyperOS system that provides a smooth and easy-to-use software experience
Strong value for money compared to higher-end smartwatches

What we don't like about Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro

Inability to respond to notifications or messages directly from the device
Lack of NFC for contactless payments in the global version
Inconsistent sleep tracking accuracy, specifically regarding deep sleep stages and nap detection
No physical home button, which can make navigation cumbersome in certain menus
Global version lacks a built-in voice assistant and speaker available in other regions
Does not support third-party apps, limiting functionality to pre-installed tools

Verdict

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro is a premium fitness tracker featuring a 1.74-inch AMOLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1,200 nits, housed in a lightweight 24.5g aluminum alloy frame. Key characteristics include built-in multi-system GNSS for phone-free tracking, support for over 150 sports modes, and an upgraded 350mAh battery providing up to 21 days of typical use. Its main pros are the highly visible outdoor display, responsive HyperOS interface, and accurate health monitoring for heart rate, SpO2, and sleep. However, notable cons include the lack of NFC for global contactless payments, the absence of a speaker or physical home button, and no support for quick message replies.

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