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Huawei Watch Fit Mini review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£90Screen size:1.47 inchBattery life:14 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Huawei Watch Fit Mini Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 8 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Huawei Watch Fit Mini
6.1/10

Overall score

Score
6.1/ 10
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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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Score components

35%

5.6

Technical score

30%

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

25%

5.6

Reviews score

10%

5.6

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 82% of smartwatches
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 79%
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 10
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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%

6.3

Health

21%

7.0

Fitness

16%

6.1

Battery

14%

4.0

Smart features

12%

2.5

Connectivity

9%

7.4

Display & Design

4%

2.4

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 71%
5.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.6/ 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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5.6

Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

7.1

Popularity

Grades by review (8)
4 reviews + 4 videos, average 7.9/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 78%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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.
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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
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What reviewers say about the Huawei Watch Fit Mini

Based on 4 · 4

Reviewers praise the long battery, reliable health tracking and compact size, but note missing GPS and limited calls and messages.
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Huawei Watch Fit Mini

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 10
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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%

6.3

Health

21%

7.0

Fitness

16%

6.1

Battery

14%

4.0

Smart features

12%

2.5

Connectivity

9%

7.4

Display & Design

4%

2.4

Hardware

5.6
Reviews score
5.6
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
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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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Score components:

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.3
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 49.5% 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
no
This smartwatch does not support distance tracking. 96.4% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
14 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 14 days on a charge, which is longer than 73.8% of Smartwatches and the same as 9% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
10 h
Market range: <6 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 10 h on a charge, which is shorter than 69% of Smartwatches and the same as 4% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
180 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 180 mAh battery, which is smaller than 91.2% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.6% 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.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
LiteOS
This smartwatch runs LiteOS, which is more advanced than the system in 51.1% of Smartwatches and equal to 2.6% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 54% of smartwatches and equal to that of 40.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
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
1.47 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.47 inch screen, which is larger than 66% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.4% of Smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses AMOLED, which is more advanced than the screen in 46.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 53.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
194x 368
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 194x368 which is lower than that of 92% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
283 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 283 ppi, which is lower than 67.1% of Smartwatches and equal to 4.5% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 25.5% of Smartwatches.
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 Watch Fit Mini vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 7 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (14 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • 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.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • 25 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (20 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    20 g vs 45 g
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (LiteOS vs Proprietary OS).
    LiteOS vs Proprietary OS
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
  • 6 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (16 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    16 mm vs 22 mm
  • 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.
  • 7 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (14 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • 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.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • 25 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (20 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    20 g vs 45 g
  • 6 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (16 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    16 mm vs 22 mm
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses chemically strengthened glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    chemically strengthened glass vs mineral glass
  • 16.6 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (25.9 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    25.9 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • Better band material
    This smartwatch uses silicone, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, leather vs silicone
  • 0.07 inch larger display
    This smartwatch has a larger screen than the average smartwatch (1.5 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.47 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • 0.7 mm slimmer
    This smartwatch is slimmer than the average smartwatch (11 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    11 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (LiteOS vs Proprietary OS).
    LiteOS vs Proprietary OS
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Supports on-watch route navigation.
  • 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 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 distance tracking
    This smartwatch does not support distance tracking, the average smartwatch does. 96.3% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
  • No route tracking
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 77% of smartwatches support route tracking.
    Supports on-watch route navigation.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 20.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.6/ 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 78% of models

    5.6

    Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    7.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (8)
    4 reviews + 4 videos, average 7.9/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.6 vs 7.0
  • 25.3% lower sentiment score
    5.6 vs 7.5
  • 6.3% worse value for money
    Huawei Watch Fit Mini has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (7.3 vs 7.8).
    7.3 vs 7.76
  • 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 distance tracking
    This smartwatch does not support distance tracking, the average smartwatch does. 96.3% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
  • No route tracking
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 77% of smartwatches support route tracking.
    Supports on-watch route navigation.
  • 10 h shorter training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time in training mode than the average smartwatch (10 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    10 h vs 20 h
  • 125 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (180 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    180 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Supports on-watch route navigation.
  • No compass
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • 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.
  • Lower resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 194x368, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    194x368 vs 360x360
  • 10 m shallower water rating
    This smartwatch is rated for shallower water than the average smartwatch (40 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch is rated to 50 m.
    40 m vs 50 m
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • 6.5 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (51.5 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    51.5 mm vs 45 mm
  • 43 ppi less sharp screen
    This smartwatch has a less sharp screen than the average smartwatch (283 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    283 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 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 call controls
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 91.2% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • No gesture control
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 79.6% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.

Video reviews

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

9.0
Critical Tech
≈ estimated
12/07/2022
Hands-on review · battery, app and fit impressions
Verdict
Huawei Watch Fit Mini is a solid, premium-feeling smartwatch and a strong choice for notifications and health tracking, though less suited to calls.
Overview video
Overview video
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
10/12/2021
Comparison test · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Fit Mini is a long-lasting tracker with dependable step and sleep data, best for steady cardio, though it has no GPS.
8.5
computerhoy.20minutos.es
✓ explicit
14/01/2022
Full review · Slim smartwatch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Fit Mini is a slim, elegant smartwatch with a bright screen and about a week of battery, best for notifications and health data rather than calls.
8.0
codigoespagueti.com
≈ estimated
02/12/2021
Hands-on review · Small smartwatch
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Fit Mini is a small, rectangular watch for slim wrists with reliable workout tracking, though its screen is hard to read at midday.
6.5
androidplanet.nl
✓ explicit
25/02/2022
Hands-on review · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Huawei Watch Fit Mini is a compact, elegant fitness tracker with over a week of battery, suiting small wrists, but it skips GPS and calls.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Huawei Watch Fit Mini

  • Elegant and stylish rectangular design with a premium metal case
  • Exceptionally lightweight and slim, making it ideal for smaller wrists
  • Excellent battery life, typically lasting up to 14 days on a single charge
  • Vibrant and sharp AMOLED touchscreen display
  • Comprehensive health tracking including 24/7 SpO2, sleep, and menstrual cycle monitoring
  • Fast charging capability (e.g., 2 days of use from a 5-minute charge)

What customers don't like about Huawei Watch Fit Mini

  • Lacks built-in GPS, requiring a connected phone for outdoor route tracking
  • Limited 'smart' functionality, such as the inability to reply to messages or install third-party apps
  • Initial setup can be cumbersome, requiring multiple Huawei apps (Health, HMS Core, AppGallery) on Android
  • No support for direct data syncing with popular third-party fitness apps like Strava
  • Some users reported that advertised leather straps were sometimes replaced with fluoroelastomer variants in certain regions
  • No NFC for contactless payments and no internal music storage

Verdict

The Huawei Watch Fit Mini is a compact, elegant smartwatch featuring a 1.47-inch rectangular AMOLED display with a 194 x 368 resolution and a lightweight 20g aluminum alloy case. Key characteristics include 24/7 SpO2 and heart rate monitoring, TruSleep 2.0 tracking, and support for 96 workout modes, all powered by a battery offering up to 14 days of typical use with 5-minute fast charging providing 2 days of power. Main pros are its slim, stylish design tailored for smaller wrists, impressive two-week battery life, and 5 ATM water resistance; however, it lacks built-in GPS, an Always-On Display, and a microphone or speaker for answering calls.

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