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Huawei Talkband B2 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£120Screen size:0.73 inchBattery life:5 daysDisplay type:OLED

Huawei Talkband B2 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 61 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Huawei Talkband B2
5.4/10

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 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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▼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

35%

4.5

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

4.5

Reviews score

10%

4.5

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 97% of smartwatches
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

▼Worse than 96%
4.5

Technical score

Technical score
4.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

24%

2.4

Health

21%

7.3

Fitness

16%

4.4

Battery

14%

3.5

Smart features

12%

3.2

Connectivity

9%

5.6

Display & Design

4%

7.8

Hardware

▼Worse than 94%
4.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.5/ 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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▼ Worse than 95% of models

4.5

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

80%

7.0

Average grade

20%

9.2

Popularity

Grades by review (61)
40 reviews + 21 videos, average 6.9/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 95%
?

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.
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Where to buy
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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 Huawei Talkband B2

Based on 8 · 11

Reviewers like the clever headset and quality materials, but the screen and notifications disappoint, and battery life divides opinion.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Huawei Talkband B2

Based on 31 owners sharing their experience in online comments

19%positive4%mixed77%negative

Owners like the attractive design and call features, but time, notification, and update failures dominate complaints.

What owners dislike

  • After pairing with a phone, the watch clock stays at 00:00 or 1 January and never updates, even though it shows as connected.5
  • Watch gets stuck on an endless update or up-arrow screen, sometimes after an interrupted update, and then won't power on.5
  • Social media alerts show only the sender's name, not the message text, and some iPhone owners get no notifications at all.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Huawei Talkband B2

Technical score
Technical score
4.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components:

24%

2.4

Health

21%

7.3

Fitness

16%

4.4

Battery

14%

3.5

Smart features

12%

3.2

Connectivity

9%

5.6

Display & Design

4%

7.8

Hardware

4.5
Reviews score
4.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

6.7
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
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% 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
5 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 5 days on a charge, which is shorter than 65.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 6.1% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
93 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 93 mAh battery, which is smaller than 99.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.1% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
105 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 105 min, which is quicker than 60% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.1% of Smartwatches.
Normalized from hour-based sources to 105 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.
OS detail: Proprietary OS (RTOS).
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
no
This smartwatch does not support notifications. 99.9% 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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Screen size
0.73 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 0.73 inch screen, which is smaller than 98.7% 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
88x 128
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 88x128 which is lower than that of 97.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
213 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 213 ppi, which is lower than 90% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
2x 0.1 GHz
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 2x0.1 GHz which is slower than that in 77.2% 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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Huawei Talkband B2 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.2% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 15 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (105 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    Normalized from hour-based sources to 105 minutes.
    105 min vs 120 min
  • 14.4 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (30.6 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    30.6 g vs 45 g
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • 1 more microphones
    This smartwatch has more microphones than the average smartwatch (2 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • 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.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • 15 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (105 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    Normalized from hour-based sources to 105 minutes.
    105 min vs 120 min
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • Rugged construction
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 41.2% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • 14.4 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (30.6 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    30.6 g vs 45 g
  • Hybrid watch design
    This smartwatch has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 8.6% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
    Hybrid hardware design (analog/mechanical and digital components combined).
  • 20.5 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (22 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    22 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses tpu, leather, plastic for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    tpu, leather, plastic vs silicone
  • 1 more microphones
    This smartwatch has more microphones than the average smartwatch (2 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • 35.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.5/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models

    4.5

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

    80%

    7.0

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (61)
    40 reviews + 21 videos, average 6.9/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.5 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.
  • 35.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.5/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models

    4.5

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

    80%

    7.0

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (61)
    40 reviews + 21 videos, average 6.9/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    4.5 vs 7.0
  • 40.0% lower sentiment score
    4.5 vs 7.5
  • 15.1% worse value for money
    Huawei Talkband B2 has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (6.74 vs 7.8).
    6.74 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.
  • No smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • 6 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2015 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    June 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 barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • 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.
  • 86 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (4 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    4 vs 90
  • No live tracking
    This smartwatch does not support live tracking, the average smartwatch does. 89.5% of smartwatches support live tracking.
  • No low-power mode
    This smartwatch does not include a low power mode, the average smartwatch does. 93.1% of smartwatches include a low power mode.
  • 212 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (93 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    93 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • 2 days shorter battery life
    This smartwatch runs for less time per charge than the average smartwatch (5 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    5 days vs 7 days
  • 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 (3 vs 5).
    3 vs 5
  • 49 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (1 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    1 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.
  • Weaker ingress protection
    This smartwatch has weaker ingress protection than the average smartwatch (IP57 vs IP68).
    IP57 vs IP68
  • 0.67 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (0.7 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    0.73 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • 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.
  • 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 88x128, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    88x128 vs 360x360
  • 113 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (213 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    213 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 190.1 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (235.1 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    235.1 mm vs 45 mm
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • 10 °C lower heat tolerance
    This smartwatch tolerates a lower temperature than the average smartwatch (35 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch is rated up to 45 °C.
    35 °C vs 45 °C
  • 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 notifications
    This smartwatch does not support notifications, the average smartwatch does. 99.7% of smartwatches support notifications.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • Limited personalization
    This smartwatch does not support personalization, the average smartwatch does. 99% of smartwatches support personalization.

Video reviews

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

8.0
SmartWatch Ticks
≈ estimated
04/06/2018
Hands-on review · app, sleep and fitness tests
Verdict
Huawei Talkband B2 is a good basic fitness band that covers the essentials, worth a look if you don't need extras.
8.0
s7ylers「𝙕𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙀𝘾𝙃] channel
≈ estimated
24/07/2015
Review and unboxing · build, call and phone-finder tests
Verdict
Huawei Talkband B2 is a stylish, well-built band that suits basic smartphone use, but it is overpriced and short on features.
4.0
Pocketnow
≈ estimated
24/06/2015
Hands-on review · tracking, sleep and call tests
Verdict
Huawei Talkband B2 offers little, and what it does is not done well; the reviewer doubts it is worth the price.
7.0
Pocketnow
≈ estimated
20/06/2015
First impressions · exercise, sleep and headset tests
Verdict
Huawei Talkband B2 is decent for mixed everyday use, but its step counting and cycling data need work.
4.0
CNET
≈ estimated
18/06/2015
First look · hands-on impressions and battery test
Verdict
Huawei Talkband B2 has a clever Jawbone link, but its short battery life and weak screen make cheaper trackers the better buy.
7.0
Tech invasion
≈ estimated
16/06/2015
Unboxing and first use · app setup and fit test
Verdict
Huawei Talkband B2 is comfortable and nicely designed, but its step counting looked inaccurate in early use.
7.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
05/06/2015
Hands-on review · design, fitness and call tests
Verdict
Huawei Talkband B2 has good design and handy call features, but basic fitness tracking and weak headset audio hold it back.
9.0
GadgetsToUse
≈ estimated
01/06/2015
Unboxing · first look and quick hands-on
Verdict
Huawei Talkband B2 looks and feels high-end, and the full verdict will follow after more use.
7.0
Digital Trends
≈ estimated
24/05/2015
Hands-on review · calls and fitness tracking
Verdict
Huawei Talkband B2 is well made and handy for calls, but too bulky for sleeping and all-day wear.
8.0
Haochen
≈ estimated
06/05/2015
Unboxing and review · four days of calls and tracking
Verdict
Huawei Talkband B2 is stylish and well featured, but its long-term market performance is still uncertain.
8.0
Phandroid
≈ estimated
03/06/2015
First look · design and detachable headset
Verdict
Huawei Talkband B2 feels very well designed so far, and Jawbone users should seriously consider it.
8.0
TechEdit
≈ estimated
01/03/2015
First look · MWC first impressions
Verdict
Huawei Talkband B2 has a high-end look, and the gold version is the pick if style matters most.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

5.9
cnet.com
✓ explicit
19/06/2015
Full review · Two-in-one tracker
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 combines a tracker and earpiece, but its bulky strap, short battery and dropped connections hold it back.
4.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
20/07/2015
Full review · Wrist tracker
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is light and comfortable, with Apple Health sync, but erratic sleep tracking and a thin sports list hold it back.
6.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
12/06/2015
Full review · Headset band
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 sounds clear as a headset and looks good, but the earpiece falls out easily and its fitness tracking is basic.
7.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
15/05/2015
Short review · Bluetooth wristband
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is a good-looking band that charges quickly and lasts several days, but its dim screen and basic exercise tracking limit it.
7.0
notebookcheck.net
≈ estimated
01/06/2015
Detailed review · Smartband with headset
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is light, with a clear headset and reliable activity tracking, but you can't export or back up its data.
7.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
30/04/2015
Full review · Divisive wearable
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is a big step up from the B1 and handy for calls at home, but it lacks notifications and still feels thick.
8.0
techaeris.com
≈ estimated
18/07/2015
Hands-on test · Hybrid band
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is a tidy hybrid band whose headset works well and whose battery outlasts its claims, though it is bulky.
6.0
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
19/05/2015
Hands-on review · Earpiece band
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is a slick, easy-to-live-with band whose earpiece is handy for calls, but it does little beyond basic step and sleep counting.
6.0
irishtimes.com
✓ explicit
24/06/2015
Hands-on review · Headset band
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 suits people who really want a Bluetooth headset on the wrist, but as an activity tracker it is only adequate and needs frequent charging.
6.0
techcentral.ie
≈ estimated
22/04/2015
Hands-on test · Activity headset
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is a solid activity and sleep tracker with a handy headset, best for people who need tracking; casual wearers may find it a niche gadget.
5.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
29/05/2015
Hands-on review · Fitness headset
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 looks slick and lasts well, but fiddly headset use and inaccurate sleep tracking stop it being a strong all-rounder.
6.0
trustedreviews.com
≈ estimated
01/03/2015
First look · Hybrid tracker
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is a big step up from the B1, with a comfortable earpiece and touchscreen, though its tracking accuracy is still untested.
8.0
musicphotolife.com
✓ explicit
06/02/2016
Personal review · Headset and tracker
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 lets you take calls without holding a large phone to your ear, though its battery lasts about two days with heavy use.
7.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
15/07/2015
Hands-on test · Tracker with earpiece
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is a stylish tracker with a built-in headset that tells walking, running and cycling apart, but its screen is hard to read in bright sunlight.
8.0
des-belles-choses.com
≈ estimated
28/05/2016
Hands-on test · Slim fitness tracker
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is a slim tracker that looks less bulky on thin wrists, but its shiny case makes the screen hard to read in sunlight.
6.0
hitchecker.de
✓ explicit
30/05/2016
Everyday test · Headset and tracker
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 suits people who make many calls and want basic fitness tracking, though its screen struggles in sunlight and it misses indoor cycling.
8.0
notebookcheck.com
≈ estimated
23/05/2015
Full test · Tracker with headset
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is a light, premium-looking tracker with a good headset, though it can't show caller names and doesn't alert you about messages.
8.0
mobiflip.de
≈ estimated
22/04/2015
Hands-on test · Headset and tracker
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is a stylish accessory that tracks activity and works as a headset, but its display is hard to read in strong sunlight.
7.0
android-user.de
≈ estimated
08/02/2024
Hands-on test · Band with headset
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is a stylish band whose detachable headset is its main strength, but it has no heart rate monitor or notifications.
6.0
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
25/07/2015
Week-long test · Hybrid headset tracker
Verdict
The Huawei TalkBand B2 is an interesting hybrid that detects running and cycling automatically, but its earpiece tip holds poorly and the battery lasts three days.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Huawei Talkband B2

  • Innovative hybrid design that doubles as a detachable Bluetooth headset
  • Premium, attractive aesthetics with brushed aluminum and leather strap options
  • Clear call quality with dual-mic noise reduction
  • Lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear
  • Standard micro-USB charging eliminates the need for proprietary cables
  • Cross-platform compatibility with both iOS and Android
  • Automatic activity and sleep tracking through a 6-axis gyroscope

What customers don't like about Huawei Talkband B2

  • Reflective display is nearly impossible to read in bright outdoor light
  • Lacks smartphone notifications for apps, emails, and texts
  • Inconsistent battery life that falls short of the 5-day claim with frequent call usage
  • Basic and feature-light companion app compared to competitors like Fitbit
  • Fiddly release mechanism and insecure fit for some ear sizes
  • Limited fitness data with no built-in GPS or heart rate monitor
  • Bulky, thick profile that may feel 'chunky' on the wrist

Verdict

The Huawei TalkBand B2 is a versatile 2-in-1 hybrid wearable featuring a detachable 0.73-inch PMOLED touchscreen (128x88 resolution) that doubles as a Bluetooth mono headset for hands-free calling. Encased in a premium aluminum alloy body with an IP57 water and dust resistance rating, it utilizes a 6-axis motion sensor to track steps, calories, and sleep patterns automatically while offering up to 5 days of battery life from its 95mAh cell. Main pros include its innovative dual-functionality, sleek design available in leather or TPU strap options, and convenient micro-USB charging. However, it faces notable cons such as poor display visibility in direct sunlight, the absence of detailed smartphone notifications beyond incoming calls, and a bulky profile compared to traditional fitness trackers.

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