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Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Screen size:1.40 inchBattery life:9 daysDisplay type:TFT LCD

Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 71 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite
6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Technical score

30%

8.0

Review score ( 10 · 61)

Review score 30% · 8.0 · based on 71 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 15 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–¼Worse than 54% of smartwatches
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 54%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

24%

4.1

Health

21%

8.8

Fitness

16%

6.9

Battery

14%

4.8

Smart features

12%

4.8

Connectivity

9%

6.7

Display & Design

4%

4.3

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 56%
8.0

Review score

Review score
8.0/ 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.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 58% of models
Grades by review (71)
10 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 61 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 58%
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

24%

4.1

Health

21%

8.8

Fitness

16%

6.9

Battery

14%

4.8

Smart features

12%

4.8

Connectivity

9%

6.7

Display & Design

4%

4.3

Hardware

6.0
Review score
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.5
Brand name
Xiaomi
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 66.8% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 48.2% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
9 days
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 9 days which is longer than that of 60.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.6% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
30 h
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 30 h in training mode which is longer than 71.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5.6% of smartwatches.
5 active does not have built-in gps, so a single "training mode.
Battery life with GPS on
36 h
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 36 h with GPS on which is longer than 82.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
Battery power
400 mAh
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 400 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 75% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1.6% of smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 120 min which is faster than 13.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 44.2% of smartwatches.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 120 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Proprietary OS
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.5% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.8% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 42.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% 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. 67.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.4 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.4 inch which is larger than the screens of 48.8% of smartwatches and equal to those of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Display type
TFT LCD
This smartwatch uses a TFT LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 74.1% of smartwatches and the same as that of 15.9% of smartwatches.
Resolution
320x 320
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 320x320 which is lower than that of 57% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
323 ppi
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 323 ppi which is lower than that of 55.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
350 nits
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 350 nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 96.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.2% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
0.12 GHz
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.12 GHz which is slower than that in 85.6% of smartwatches and equal to that in 1.2% of smartwatches.
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
0.032 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 0.032 GB for internal storage which is smaller than that of 70.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.1% of smartwatches.
32 MB 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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Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 16 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (36 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    36 h vs 20 h
  • VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • Barometer sensor included
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • 10.75 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (30 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    5 active does not have built-in gps, so a single "training mode.
    30 h vs 19.25 h
  • 24 g lighter weight
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (21 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight includes strap/bracelet.
    21.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 2 days day/s longer battery life
    This smartwatch offers 9 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    9 days vs 7 days
  • 100 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (400 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    400 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 63.4% more popular
    Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite has a higher popularity than the average smartwatch (10 vs 6.1).
    10 vs 6.12
  • VO2 max measurement
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Barometer sensor included
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • 16 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (36 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    36 h vs 20 h
  • 10.75 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (30 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    5 active does not have built-in gps, so a single "training mode.
    30 h vs 19.25 h
  • 2 days day/s longer battery life
    This smartwatch offers 9 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    9 days vs 7 days
  • 100 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (400 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    400 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.1 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    Bluetooth Low Energy support is indicated.
    5.1 vs 5.0
  • 24 g lighter weight
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (21 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight includes strap/bracelet.
    21.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 0.7 mm thinner watch body
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.9 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    10.90 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 7 mm narrower watch width
    This smartwatch is narrower than the average smartwatch (35 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    35.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 4 mm shorter watch height
    This smartwatch is shorter than the average smartwatch (41 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    41.0 mm vs 45 mm
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • Basic display type
    This smartwatch uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartwatch has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP54 vs IP68).
    Also reported with 5 ATM water-resistance rating.
    IP54 vs IP68
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No stress monitoring
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • 69 fewer exercise profiles
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (11 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    11 vs 80
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • Basic display type
    This smartwatch uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartwatch has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP54 vs IP68).
    Also reported with 5 ATM water-resistance rating.
    IP54 vs IP68
  • 250 nits lower display brightness
    This smartwatch has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (350 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    350 nits vs 600 nits
  • 10 °C lower max temperature
    This smartwatch handles a lower maximum operating temperature than the average smartwatch (35 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch reaches 45.0 °C.
    35.0 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a square form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    square vs round
  • Basic band material
    This smartwatch uses silicone, tpu for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, tpu vs silicone
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No gesture control
    This smartwatch does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 77.7% of smartwatches support gesture control.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • Slower CPU speed
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.12 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    0.12 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • 3.97 GB less storage
    This smartwatch offers less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    32 MB internal storage.
    0.032 GB vs 4 GB
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2020 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    December 2020
    2020 vs 2021

Video reviews

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

6.0
The Quantified Scientist
≈ estimated
05/09/2021
Scientific test · sleep, heart rate and step accuracy
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite is unremarkable but fair value; a better Mi Watch is worth paying more for.
8.0
Makinde Fagbemi
≈ estimated
28/02/2021
Hands-on review · features, notifications and battery test
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite is a nice budget watch with good features, though battery life fell well short of the claims.
8.0
Pratima Adhikari
≈ estimated
19/02/2021
Hands-on review · two weeks of daily use
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite is a solid basic fitness tracker with a larger screen, recommended for casual users over the Mi Band 5.
9.5
NiuxTech
≈ estimated
19/02/2021
Hands-on review · over a week of use and GPS tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite is called the best budget smartwatch of 2021, with accurate GPS, long battery life and a great price.
8.0
Geek Culture
≈ estimated
30/01/2021
Hands-on review · daily use and app tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite is a good choice for a simple everyday smartwatch at this price, though it has lag and limited features.
8.0
KLGadgetTV
≈ estimated
29/12/2020
Hands-on review · software, battery and fitness tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite is a good affordable all-rounder with strong battery life, held back by clunky software.
9.0
SoyaCincau
≈ estimated
26/12/2020
First look · unboxing and first impressions
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite is good enough for basic needs and a bargain at this price, though not a specialist sports watch.
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Shop video
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 10 · 12

Reviewers love its reliable GPS, good battery and comfortable design, but health tracking, notifications and the strap disappoint many.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
androidauthority.com
✓ explicit
01/08/2021
Nine-day test · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite suits anyone who wants a bigger-screen Mi Band, with accurate heart rate tracking and a 9-day battery, but it is very basic.
7.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
09/11/2021
Hands-on review · Stylish fitness watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite looks sharper than its plastic build suggests and has reliable GPS, but its heart rate and step readings can be off.
7.0
dignited.com
≈ estimated
25/08/2021
Daily-use review · GPS fitness watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite is a big-screen watch with fast GPS for workouts, but clumsy menus and no Strava or Google Fit links hold it back.
pocket-lint.com
22/04/2021
Not graded yet
trustedreviews.com
21/04/2021
Not graded yet
wareable.com
22/03/2021
Not graded yet
eftm.com
15/02/2021
Not graded yet
digitalcitizen.life
27/02/2021
Not graded yet
9.0
top-for-phone.fr
≈ estimated
15/01/2022
Practical test · GPS fitness watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite is a light fitness watch that lasts about a week and tracks runs with its own GPS, but can't reply to messages.
8.3
lecafedugeek.fr
✓ explicit
26/04/2021
Full review · Everyday fitness watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite suits beginners who want everyday tracking and a week of battery, though its sport profiles and interface are limited.
lesnumeriques.com
06/02/2021
Not graded yet
journaldugeek.com
08/01/2021
Not graded yet
notebookcheck.biz
14/02/2021
Not graded yet
welovewatches.fr
02/03/2021
Not graded yet
7.0
macitynet.it
≈ estimated
25/06/2021
Hands-on test · Basic smartwatch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite looks elegant and has built-in GPS, but its smart features are basic and it tends to overcount steps and sleep.
8.6
robadainformatici.it
✓ explicit
04/01/2022
Full review · Smartwatch with GPS
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite sits between a smartwatch and a fitness tracker, with GPS that works without the phone, but it cannot take calls.
9.0
focustech.it
≈ estimated
26/06/2021
Hands-on test · Small GPS smartwatch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite is a small, light smartwatch whose built-in GPS works without the phone, but notifications can't be answered.
smartworld.it
09/01/2021
Not graded yet
giornaleorologi.it
30/03/2021
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tuttotech.net
23/12/2020
Not graded yet

Third-party reviews

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What we like about Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite

  • Excellent value for money and affordable price point
  • Built-in GPS and GLONASS for tracking outdoor activities without a phone
  • Long-lasting battery life, typically ranging from 5 to 9 days
  • Lightweight and comfortable design (approx. 35g)
  • Vibrant and bright 1.4-inch display with auto-brightness
  • 5ATM water resistance, making it suitable for swimming and showering
  • Large selection of over 120 customisable watch faces

What we don't like about Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite

  • Inaccurate heart rate monitoring, especially during high-intensity exercise
  • Poor screen responsiveness with laggy transitions and missed touches
  • The Xiaomi companion app (Xiaomi Wear/Mi Fitness) is often described as dated or buggy
  • Limited notification interaction; users cannot reply to messages or answer calls
  • Sleep tracking lacks REM stage monitoring and does not track daytime naps
  • Proprietary and bulky charging cradle
  • Strap can be difficult to remove or swap

Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite is a budget-friendly smartwatch featuring a 1.4-inch TFT LCD color display with 320x320 resolution, built-in GPS/GLONASS, and 5ATM water resistance. It offers 11 sports modes, 24-hour heart rate monitoring, and sleep tracking within a lightweight 35g plastic body. Main pros include its highly affordable price, standalone GPS for phone-free tracking, and a reliable battery life of up to 9 days. However, notable cons include a lacks of SpO2 and always-on display, a somewhat laggy user interface with no animations, and heart rate readings that can be inconsistent during high-intensity exercise.

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