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  • Avg. price: ~£70
  • Screen size: 1.06 inch
  • Battery life: 4 day/s
  • Display type: OLED

Huawei Honor Band Z1 review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

4.8

Overall score

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

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

Score components:

90.0%

4.6

Technical Score

10.0%

6.9

User score

Poor
4.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

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

Score components:

24.0%

2.9

Health

21.0%

6.3

Fitness

16.0%

6.2

Battery

14.0%

4.3

Smart features

12.0%

2.5

Connectivity

9.0%

5.3

Display & Design

4.0%

5.1

Hardware

Poor
6.9

User score

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

When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

9.1

User reviews

30.0%

1.9

Popularity

User score:
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4.4
(6)
amazon
4.7
(5)

(Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

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    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Huawei Honor Band Z1

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

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

    Score components:

    24.0%

    2.9

    Health

    21.0%

    6.3

    Fitness

    16.0%

    6.2

    Battery

    14.0%

    4.3

    Smart features

    12.0%

    2.5

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    5.3

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    5.1

    Hardware

    4.6
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a technical score of 4.59 points, which is lower than 93.6% of smartwatches.
    User score

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

    When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    9.1

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.9

    Popularity

    User score:
    amazon
    4.4
    (6)
    amazon
    4.7
    (5)

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    6.9
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a user score of 6.91 points, which is lower than 84.2% of smartwatches.
    Popularity
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
    When it matters: When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
    1.9
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a popularity of 1.9 points, which is lower than 53.2% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    4.8

    Overall score

    40.0%

    10

    Price

    6.4
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.4 points, which is lower than 87.1% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.
    When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Huawei
    Heart rate monitor
    What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    ECG
    What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support ECG. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: MEDIUM

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    Accelerometer
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 includes an accelerometer. 99.1% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
    Barometer
    What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a barometer. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    Gyroscope
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    Cadence sensor
    What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a cadence sensor. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Distance tracking
    What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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    Battery life
    What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=7 days

    4 day/s
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 offers a battery life of 4 day/s which is shorter than that of 70.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.9% of smartwatches.
    Battery life in training mode
    What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=36.8 h

    N/A
    Battery life with GPS on
    What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=35 h

    N/A
    Battery power
    What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=397 mAh

    280 mAh
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a battery capacity of 280 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 59.5% of smartwatches and equal to those in 2.8% of smartwatches.
    Charge time
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
    When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=102 min

    90 min
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 charges in 90 min which is faster than 62.6% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 9.7% of smartwatches.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 90 minutes.
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    Operating system
    What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: HIGH

    Proprietary OS
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.6% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.7% of smartwatches.
    Uses a proprietary OS with companion-app ecosystem support.
    Software update frequency
    What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
    When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ended
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 has ended software update support which is equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
    Software support appears ended or discontinued.
    Third-party app support
    What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Notifications
    What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.
    When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 supports notifications. 99.9% of smartwatches support notifications.
    Voice assistant support
    What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support voice assistants. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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    Cellular module
    What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a cellular module. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    SIM cards
    What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: eSIM support

    0
    GPS
    What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Galileo support
    What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    No built-in GPS.
    Compass
    What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a compass. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
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    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    1.06 inch
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a screen size of 1.06 inch which is smaller than the screens of 96.3% of smartwatches of smartwatches.
    Display type
    What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    OLED
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 uses a OLED display type which is less advanced than that of 51.4% of smartwatches and the same as that of 9.7% of smartwatches.
    Resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    128 x 128
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a display resolution of 128 x 128 which is lower than that of 96% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
    Pixel density
    What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    171 ppi
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a pixel density of 171 ppi which is lower than that of 97.8% of smartwatches of smartwatches.
    Display brightness
    What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 nits

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    CPU speed
    What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Modern standard

    4 GHz
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 uses a CPU configuration of 4 GHz which is faster than that in 82.8% of smartwatches of smartwatches.
    Processor model
    What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

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    RAM
    What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1 GB

    ?
    Internal storage
    What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GB

    ?
    External memory slot
    What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    Huawei Honor Band Z1 vs the average smartwatch

    • Includes fall detection
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 22.4% of smartwatches support fall detection.
      What it is: Automatic detection of hard falls that can trigger checks or emergency actions.
      When it matters: When you want extra help in an emergency.

      Importance: HIGH

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 22.4% of smartwatches support fall detection.
    • Includes wireless charging
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
      What it is: Support for recharging the watch through a charging pad, puck, or other cable-free method.
      When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    • 30 min shorter charge time
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
      Approximate value from reported charging range: 90 minutes.
      What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
      When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: <=102 min

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.90 min vs 120 min
    • Faster CPU speed
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 uses a CPU configuration of 4 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
      What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.
      When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: Modern standard

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 uses a CPU configuration of 4 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.4 GHz vs 1 GHz
    • 20 g lighter weight
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 is lighter than the average smartwatch (25 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
      What it is: The total mass of the watch body, usually expressed in grams.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: <=37 g

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 is lighter than the average smartwatch (25 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.25.0 g vs 45 g
    • Has weight tracking
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
      What it is: Logging or syncing of body-weight records over time.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: LOW

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    • 2.1 mm thinner watch body
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 is thinner than the average smartwatch (9.5 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
      Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
      What it is: The depth of the watch body from front to back.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: <=10.9 mm

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 is thinner than the average smartwatch (9.5 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.9.50 mm vs 11.60 mm
    • Better case material
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
      What it is: The main material used for the watch case.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: Aluminium, stainless steel, or titanium

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.stainless steel vs polycarbonate
    • Has weight tracking
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    • Includes wireless charging
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
    • 30 min shorter charge time
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    • 20 g lighter weight
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 is lighter than the average smartwatch (25 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    • 2.1 mm thinner watch body
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 is thinner than the average smartwatch (9.5 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
    • Better case material
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    • Includes fall detection
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 22.4% of smartwatches support fall detection.
    • Faster CPU speed
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 uses a CPU configuration of 4 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.

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    Health
    Battery
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    Hardware
    • No blood oxygen
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    • No stress monitoring
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No heart rate monitor
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a heart rate monitor, the average smartwatch does. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    • No cycle tracking
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
    • No gyroscope
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    • No auto activity detection
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 85.5% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
    • No swim mode
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a swim sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 74.9% of smartwatches include a swim sport mode.
    • No routes
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
    • No voice feedback
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 62.1% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
    • 3 day/s shorter battery life
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 offers 4 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
    • 20 mAh smaller battery capacity
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (280 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    • No GPS
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • Older Bluetooth version
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.1 vs 5.0). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    • No always-on display
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 66.4% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
    • 48.5 m lower waterproof depth
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    • 0.34 inch smaller screen size
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.1 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    • 155 ppi lower pixel density
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (171 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • Lower resolution
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a display resolution of 128x 128, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x 430.
    • Basic display type
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 uses OLED display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    • No ambient light sensor
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include an ambient light sensor, the average smartwatch does. 60.5% of smartwatches include an ambient light sensor.
    • Basic band material
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 uses tpu for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    • No music playback
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
      Only remote phone music control; no on-watch playback/storage.
    • No call answering
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
    • No voice commands
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 64.5% of smartwatches support voice commands.
    • No voice assistant
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
    • No passcode
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 68.5% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
    • No gesture control
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 78.1% of smartwatches support gesture control.
    • No widgets
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 83.1% of smartwatches support widgets.
      Only notification views are supported, not widgets.
    • No personalization
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support personalization, the average smartwatch does. 98.9% of smartwatches support personalization.
    • No speaker
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • 1 fewer microphones
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    • 6 year/s older release date
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 is an older model than the average smartwatch (2,015 vs 2,021). The average smartwatch was released in 2,021.
      October 2,015
    • No GPS
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
      What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: HIGH

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • No blood oxygen
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
      What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: HIGH

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    • 48.5 m lower waterproof depth
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
      What it is: The stated depth or water-resistance class the watch is rated to withstand.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch in rain, sweat, or water.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=50 m

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.1.5 m vs 50 m
    • No always-on display
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 66.4% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
      What it is: A display mode that keeps key information visible even when the watch is idle.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: HIGH

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 66.4% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
    • No speaker
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
      What it is: An onboard speaker for calls, prompts, alarms, or media playback.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: LOW

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • No stress monitoring
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
      What it is: Stress estimates derived from heart rate, HRV, or similar body signals.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: HIGH

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
    • No music playback
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
      Only remote phone music control; no on-watch playback/storage.
      What it is: Playback of music or audio directly from the watch, with or without a phone nearby.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
    • No gyroscope
      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
      What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Huawei Honor Band Z1 does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
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    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    What customers like about Huawei 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 dislike about Huawei 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

    Expert reviews

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    tech-critter.com
    19/03/2016
    Unboxing & Review: Honor Band Z1 - Tech Critter

    The Honor Band Z1 is a stylish, minimalist fitness tracker featuring a polished stainless steel body and a 1.06-inch OLED touchscreen, offering a "Scandi-chic" design suitable for daily wear. It emphasizes basic tracking—steps, calories, and sleep—providing impressive 3–4 day battery life and reliable, yet basic, notification alerts. While praised for its aesthetics and fast...Read more

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    expertreviews.co.uk
    12/02/2016
    Honor Band Z1 review: Jack of some trades, master of none

    The Honor Band Z1 is a stylish, lightweight, and IP68 water-resistant fitness tracker featuring a durable brushed stainless steel design and approximately three-and-a-half days of battery life. However, the device is criticized for a small, pixelated monochrome display and inconsistent touch responsiveness, alongside a lack of a heart rate monitor and GPS. While it serves as an...Read more

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    techradar.com
    11/02/2016
    Honor Band Z1 review | TechRadar

    The Honor Band Z1 is a lightweight (25g), stylish, and comfortable fitness tracker featuring a stainless steel design, IP68 water resistance, and a three-day battery life. While offering fast charging—reaching 70% in under 30 minutes—the device's primary limitation is the lack of a heart rate monitor and GPS, restricting its functionality to basic step and calorie tracking....Read more

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    pcmag.com
    22/01/2016
    Huawei Honor Band Z1 Review - PCMag

    The Huawei Honor Band Z1 is described by PCMag as a stylish, entry-level fitness tracker emphasizing aesthetics over deep functionality, featuring a 1.06-inch monochrome OLED screen and a lightweight, IP68-rated design. Pros include a comfortable build, three to four-day battery life, and fast charging, though performance is hindered by a sometimes unresponsive touchscreen and a...Read more

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    chip.de
    23/06/2017
    Honor Band Z1 Review: Stylish tracker without much smartness

    The CHIP review of the Huawei Honor Band Zero highlights its minimalist, circular watch design as a major aesthetic strength, while praising the device for providing accurate tracking of basic movement and health metrics. However, the tracker is limited by rudimentary features and a short battery life, lasting only about three days on a single charge. Ultimately, it is described as...Read more

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    stadt-bremerhaven.de
    29/11/2015
    Honor Band Z1 – Relaxed fitness tracker review

    The Honor Band Z1 is a lightweight, 25-gram, button-free fitness tracker with a circular stainless steel design and hypoallergenic TPU strap, providing basic step, calorie, and sleep tracking. It features IP68-rated protection against dust and water, making it suitable for showers or rain, though it lacks a heart rate sensor and GPS. The 1.06-inch monochrome PMOLED display is housed...Read more

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    nextpit.de
    05/12/2015
    Honor Band Z1 Review: More Fitness Tracker Than Smartwatch

    The Honor Band Z1 review on Nextpit highlights the device's minimalist, stylish design and comfortable, lightweight 25g construction. Key pros include intuitive touch operation, rapid charging (70% in under 30 minutes), and a solid price-to-performance ratio. However, the device is limited by a low-resolution monochrome OLED display that suffers from poor visibility in direct...Read more

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    wearemobians.com
    11/11/2015
    First impressions of the Honor Band Z1 smartband

    The Honor Band Z1 is highlighted for its minimalist, premium design featuring a 316L cold-forged stainless steel case and a diamond-grid TPU strap, offering a sophisticated alternative to traditional, sport-focused trackers. Its 1.06-inch PMOLED screen is responsive for navigating core, IP68-rated tracking features like step counting, calorie tracking, and sleep analysis, though it...Read more

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    01net.com
    14/04/2016
    Honor Band Z1 Review: An Affordable and Elegant Fitness Tracker

    The 01net review of the Honor Band Z1 highlights a focus on minimalist design and affordability, featuring a stylish, button-free stainless steel body that is lightweight for daily wear. It holds an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance, with a 1.06-inch monochrome PMOLED screen that, while basic, provides 3-4 days of battery life and rapid magnetic charging. However, the device...Read more

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    lesnumeriques.com
    19/03/2016
    Honor Band Z1 Review: A Promising Activity Tracker

    The Honor Band Z1 is characterized as a minimalist, lightweight fitness tracker with a stylish stainless steel design, comfortable for all-day wear and boasting IP68 water resistance. While it offers basic step and calorie tracking, the device lacks a heart rate monitor and GPS, featuring a sometimes unresponsive 1.06-inch PMOLED display. Despite, or because of, its limited...Read more

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    tuexperto.com
    14 de enero de 2016
    Honor Band Z1 review: We put it to the test

    The Honor Band Z1 is a lightweight (25 grams), stylish wearable with a circular Nordic design and a 128x128 monochrome OLED screen that, while functional, lacks color vibrancy. It offers robust IP68 water resistance, magnetic charging, and a three-to-four-day battery life, but lacks a physical button, relying instead on sometimes unresponsive gesture controls.

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    smartworld.it
    27/11/2015
    Honor Band Z1 review (photos and video)

    The Honor Band Z1 is a stylish, lightweight wearable (25 grams) featuring a brushed stainless steel design and IP68 water resistance. While aesthetically appealing, it functions strictly as a basic step and sleep tracker, lacking both a heart rate monitor and GPS. Performance is hindered by a low-resolution, monochrome screen and a finicky, button-less touchscreen interface. The...Read more

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