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Honor Band Z1 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£70Screen size:1.06 inchBattery life:4 daysDisplay type:OLED

Honor Band Z1 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 25 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Honor Band Z1
5.5/10

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

35%

4.3

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

4.3

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 95% of smartwatches
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
4.3

Technical score

Technical score
4.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

24%

2.4

Health

21%

5.8

Fitness

16%

6.5

Battery

14%

4.3

Smart features

12%

2.5

Connectivity

9%

5.1

Display & Design

4%

3.1

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 96%
4.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models

4.3

Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.2

Average grade

20%

8.3

Popularity

Grades by review (25)
14 reviews + 11 videos, average 7.0/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 97%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
*As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Honor Band Z1

Based on 11 · 8

Reviewers like the accurate activity tracking and small, waterproof design, but the touchscreen, strap and screen readability frustrate many.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Honor Band Z1

Technical score
Technical score
4.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components:

24%

2.4

Health

21%

5.8

Fitness

16%

6.5

Battery

14%

4.3

Smart features

12%

2.5

Connectivity

9%

5.1

Display & Design

4%

3.1

Hardware

4.3
Reviews score
4.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.9
Heart rate monitor
no
This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor. 90.7% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 69.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
no
This smartwatch does not support HRV tracking. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
no
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 71.3% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
4 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 4 days on a charge, which is shorter than 72.7% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.7% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
280 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 280 mAh battery, which is smaller than 61.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.6% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
90 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 90 min, which is quicker than 64.4% of Smartwatches and the same as 9.9% of Smartwatches.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 90 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS, which is less advanced than the system in 54.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 42% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 46.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 53.9% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 69.3% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 59.8% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.06 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.06 inch screen, which is smaller than 95.9% of Smartwatches.
Display type
OLED
This smartwatch uses OLED, which is less advanced than the screen in 53.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 9.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
128x 128
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 128x128 which is lower than that of 96.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.5% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
171 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 171 ppi, which is lower than 98% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
4 GHz
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 4 GHz which is faster than that in 81.9% of smartwatches.
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
?
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Honor Band Z1 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 23% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 23.4% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 30 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 90 minutes.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • 20 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (25 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    25 g vs 45 g
  • 2.2 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (9.5 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    9.5 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 23.4% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 30 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 90 minutes.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • 20 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (25 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    25 g vs 45 g
  • 2.2 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (9.5 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    9.5 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • 7 mm shorter case
    This smartwatch has a shorter case than the average smartwatch (38 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    38 mm vs 45 mm
  • Fall detection
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 23% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Faster CPU speed
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 4 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    4 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • 38.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models

    4.3

    Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.2

    Average grade

    20%

    8.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (25)
    14 reviews + 11 videos, average 7.0/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.3 vs 7.0
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • 38.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models

    4.3

    Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.2

    Average grade

    20%

    8.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (25)
    14 reviews + 11 videos, average 7.0/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.3 vs 7.0
  • 13.1% worse value for money
    Honor Band Z1 has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (6.86 vs 7.8).
    6.86 vs 7.76
  • No VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch does not measure VO2 max, the average smartwatch does. 51.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 69.6% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No irregular heart rate alerts
    This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 68.7% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • No heart rate monitor
    This smartwatch does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
  • No cycle tracking
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 66.8% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • 6 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2015 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    October 2015
    2015 vs 2021
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No automatic activity detection
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 81.8% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No route tracking
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 77% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No swim mode
    This smartwatch does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 76.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Sources report rechargeable lithium chemistry as Li-ion or Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 3 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (4 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    4 days vs 7 days
  • 25 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (280 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    280 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Less current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a less current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.1 vs 5).
    4.1 vs 5
  • 48.5 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • No always-on display
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 70.3% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • No ambient light sensor
    This smartwatch does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
  • 0.34 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.1 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.06 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (OLED vs AMOLED).
    OLED vs AMOLED
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 128x128, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    128x128 vs 360x360
  • 155 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (171 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    171 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Fixed band
    This smartwatch does not include a replaceable band, the average smartwatch does. 98.8% of smartwatches include a replaceable band.
  • Basic band material
    This smartwatch uses tpu for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    tpu vs silicone
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No widget support
    This smartwatch does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 84.4% of smartwatches support widgets.
  • No gesture control
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 79.6% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • Limited personalization
    This smartwatch does not support personalization, the average smartwatch does. 99% of smartwatches support personalization.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Geekception
≈ estimated
30/06/2016
Full review · sleep, battery and connectivity tests
Verdict
Honor Band Z1 is good value for basic features, but connectivity and app integration hold it back.
8.0
TK Bay
≈ estimated
09/02/2016
Hands-on review · fit, sleep tracking and notifications
Verdict
Honor Band Z1 is light and sleek and good for sport tracking, but a few design choices hold it back.
8.0
Ian Thang Motovlog
≈ estimated
11/01/2016
Hands-on review · features, alarms and tracking tests
Verdict
Honor Band Z1 is an affordable band with accurate step counting and useful reminders for everyday fitness.
7.0
MadforTech M4T
≈ estimated
07/01/2016
Hands-on review · step, sleep and app tests
Verdict
Honor Band Z1 is a very good sleep and step tracker, but it is priced higher than it should be and is not an Android Wear rival.
7.0
dygadget
≈ estimated
22/05/2016
Review with comparison · daily use and notifications
Verdict
Honor Band Z1 is waterproof and durable for sporty users on a budget, though reminders and few watch faces hold it back.
8.0
KLGadgetTV
≈ estimated
23/03/2016
Hands-on review · battery, touch and fitness tracking
Verdict
Honor Band Z1 is worth the money overall, though the touchscreen is unresponsive and the screen stays on only briefly.
5.0
Damir Franc
≈ estimated
14/03/2016
Quick review · fitness tracking and notification tests
Verdict
Honor Band Z1 feels unfinished and limited as a fitness tracker with unreliable notifications, though it is fine as a basic band.
7.0
PCMag
≈ estimated
22/01/2016
Short review · sleep, steps and calorie tracking
Verdict
Honor Band Z1 is an attractive sleep and step tracker that is decent, but better options exist for serious fitness use.
8.0
Gogi Tech
≈ estimated
18/01/2016
Short review · wear, accuracy and battery tests
Verdict
Honor Band Z1 is an accurate, comfortable and lightweight band with a long battery, though settings and watch faces are limited.
8.0
Dr.E (Max Lee)
≈ estimated
12/01/2016
Unboxing and quick review · first impressions
Verdict
Honor Band Z1 is not perfect, but it is a good budget pick for basic features and excellent sleep tracking.
6.0
Geekception
≈ estimated
29/01/2016
First look · unboxing and setup
Verdict
Honor Band Z1 gets no verdict yet; a full review is promised before judging it.
8.0
GadgetsToUse
≈ estimated
07/10/2015
First look · quick hands-on at launch event
Verdict
Honor Band Z1 has a solid build and good looks, but this is a brief first look and its battery life is the maker's claim.
More graded video reviews (1)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
22/01/2016
Hands-on review · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Honor Band Z1 is an attractive band for tracking steps and sleep, but its notifications failed in testing and it offers few features.
7.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
11/02/2016
Hands-on review · Watch-style tracker
Verdict
The Honor Band Z1 is a comfortable, watch-like tracker that is easy to forget on the wrist, but its screen often fails to wake when tapped.
6.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
12/02/2016
Several-day test · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Honor Band Z1 is basically a Fitbit that tells the time, lasts three and a half days on a charge, but never shows texts or emails.
4.0
technologypep.com
≈ estimated
26/01/2016
Review · Smartwatch-style tracker
Verdict
The Honor Band Z1 is an attractive, light tracker that looks like a smartwatch, but its touch screen is unreliable and some notifications never appear.
7.0
nextpit.de
≈ estimated
05/12/2015
Hands-on test · Minimalist fitness tracker
Verdict
The Honor Band Z1 is a light, minimalist tracker for steps, calories and sleep, but its dim screen and lack of a heart rate sensor hold it back.
7.0
stadt-bremerhaven.de
≈ estimated
29/11/2015
Hands-on test · Simple fitness tracker
Verdict
The Honor Band Z1 is a simple tracker for steps, calories and sleep, with a quick charge, but its touchscreen often needs a second tap.
6.0
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
19/03/2016
Week-long test · Fitness band
Verdict
The Honor Band Z1 is easy to pair, stays connected to your phone and lasts about four days, but it overcounts steps and sleep.
6.8
01net.com
✓ explicit
14/04/2016
Hands-on test · Fitness band
Verdict
The Honor Band Z1 suits buyers who want a light, minimal tracker that lasts 4 to 10 days, though its distance readings run high.
9.0
wearemobians.com
≈ estimated
11/11/2015
First impressions · Round fitness band
Verdict
The Honor Band Z1 is a light, round-screen fitness band for everyday step and sleep tracking, but it lacks swimming and cycling modes.
7.0
tuexperto.com
≈ estimated
14/01/2016
Hands-on test · Activity band
Verdict
The Honor Band Z1 is a compact, easy-to-use band that shows full WhatsApp messages on your wrist, but it can mistake sofa time for sleep and has no speaker.
7.4
smartworld.it
✓ explicit
27/11/2015
Hands-on review · Lightweight band
Verdict
The Honor Band Z1 is a light band with about a week of battery life and automatic sleep tracking, but its software glitches during syncing.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Honor Band Z1

  • Attractive, minimalist watch-like design with brushed stainless steel
  • Extremely lightweight and comfortable for long-term wear (0.8 ounces)
  • Fast charging capabilities (e.g., 10% to 70% in under 30 minutes)
  • IP68 dust and water resistance allows for use in showers or rain
  • Affordable price point compared to full smartwatches
  • Accurate automatic sleep tracking and basic step counting

What customers don't like about Honor Band Z1

  • Inconsistent touchscreen and gesture response (wrist-flick to wake often fails)
  • Very basic feature set with no heart rate monitor or GPS
  • Unreliable smartphone notifications and alerts
  • Monochrome display is low-resolution and looks pixelated
  • Weak vibration for silent alarms that cannot be adjusted
  • The round face houses a small square screen, resulting in large black borders

Verdict

The Honor Band Z1 is a sleek fitness tracker styled as a minimalist smartwatch, featuring a 1.06-inch monochrome PMOLED touchscreen with a 128 x 128 resolution and a button-less stainless steel body. Key characteristics include IP68 dust and water resistance, a lightweight 25g design, and a 70mAh battery that provides up to 4 days of use with fast-charging capabilities. Main pros are its elegant, lightweight aesthetic, comfortable hypoallergenic strap, and reliable basic step and sleep tracking. However, its notable cons include a sometimes unresponsive touchscreen, lack of a heart rate sensor, and limited notification functionality compared to modern smartwatches.

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