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Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£90Screen size:1.39 inchBattery life:14 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Review: Compare 127 technical specifications and 13 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

35%

7.1

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

7.1

Reviews score

10%

6.9

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 57% of smartwatches
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 60% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 60%
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components

24%

6.0

Health

21%

9.3

Fitness

16%

8.5

Battery

14%

4.7

Smart features

12%

6.8

Connectivity

9%

7.3

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

â–²Better than 64%
7.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.1/ 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 57% of models

7.1

Mark 7.2 is below the typical mark 7.9 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.1

Average grade

20%

7.6

Popularity

Grades by review (13)
5 reviews + 8 videos, average 6.7/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 57%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £90
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 Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve

Based on 4 · 7

Reviewers like the strong battery and premium design, but many find it too bulky, with weak language support and messaging.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve

Based on 44 owners sharing their experience in online comments

23%positive13%mixed64%negative

Owners praise the bright display and long battery life, but unreliable notifications and missing features frustrate many.

What owners dislike

  • WhatsApp messages often fail to show: a second message in a thread can hide the first, and emojis appear blank.7
  • The watch has no Spanish language option, and owners say GPS is poor and takes a long time to lock.4
  • Owners say the blood oxygen (SpO2) monitor is missing or stopped working after the 1.2.37 update.4
  • Owners call it overpriced for basic features, with no calendar, no call muting, and vibration-only alarms.4
  • The watch only offers 24-hour time; owners say the 12-hour AM/PM format is not available.3
  • Owners say it lacks a calendar, text replies, call muting and an alarm beep, so it works like a fitness band.3

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

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components:

24%

6.0

Health

21%

9.3

Fitness

16%

8.5

Battery

14%

4.7

Smart features

12%

6.8

Connectivity

9%

7.3

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

7.1
Reviews score
7.1
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 60% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

10

Price

8.0
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
no
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 50.6% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports HRV tracking. 54.9% 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
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 46.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 67.2% 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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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
50 h
Market range: <6 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 50 h on a charge, which is longer than 91.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 2% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
36 h
Market range: <6 h – >46 h
This smartwatch lasts 36 h with GPS on, which is longer than 80.4% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.5% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
495 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 495 mAh battery, which is larger than 89.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.3% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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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
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 30.8% 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
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 56.5% 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
1.39 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.39 inch screen, which is smaller than 51.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 9% 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
454x 454
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454 which is higher than that of 76.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
462 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 462 ppi, which is higher than 91.7% of Smartwatches and equal to 4.6% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
450 nits
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch has a screen brightness of 450 nits, which is lower than 87.4% of Smartwatches and equal to 5.6% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
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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Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 30 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (50 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    50 h vs 20 h
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV 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
  • 15 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (36 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    36 h vs 21 h
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support NFC.
    NFC hardware is present, but functionality may be limited by region/app support.
  • Cadence tracking
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Cadence tracking
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • 30 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (50 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    50 h vs 20 h
  • 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
  • 15 h longer GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (36 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    36 h vs 21 h
  • 190 mAh larger battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a larger battery than the average smartwatch (495 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    495 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support NFC.
    NFC hardware is present, but functionality may be limited by region/app support.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • 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
  • 136 ppi sharper screen
    This smartwatch has a sharper screen than the average smartwatch (462 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi.
    462 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Higher resolution
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454, while the average smartwatch reaches 360x360.
    454x454 vs 360x360
  • 2 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    20 mm vs 22 mm
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel, plastic for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel, plastic vs polycarbonate
  • 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 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.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • 80 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (10 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    Reported as at least 10 exercise modes.
    10 vs 90
  • No smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • 300 nits dimmer screen
    This smartwatch has a dimmer screen than the average smartwatch (450 nits vs 750 nits). The average smartwatch peaks at 750 nits.
    450 nits vs 750 nits
  • 8.0% lower sentiment score
    6.9 vs 7.5
  • 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 smart scale support
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • 1 years older
    This smartwatch was released earlier than the average smartwatch (2020 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    September 2020
    2020 vs 2021
  • 80 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (10 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    Reported as at least 10 exercise modes.
    10 vs 90
  • 300 nits dimmer screen
    This smartwatch has a dimmer screen than the average smartwatch (450 nits vs 750 nits). The average smartwatch peaks at 750 nits.
    450 nits vs 750 nits
  • 8.3 mm taller case
    This smartwatch has a taller case than the average smartwatch (53.3 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    53.3 mm vs 45 mm
  • 3.7 mm wider case
    This smartwatch has a wider case than the average smartwatch (46.2 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    46.2 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 0.01 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.4 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.39 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • 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 call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • 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

4.0
AVILLAN AVI
≈ estimated
14/05/2022
Long-term review · pros and cons
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve is not worth buying: it lacks features and its sleep and step tracking are weak, though the display and battery are good.
4.0
Panda Tech
≈ estimated
23/10/2020
Unboxing and review · setup and feature tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve is not special or necessary; a bright display alone does not make it worth buying.
7.0
Gadgets 360
≈ estimated
23/10/2020
Long-term review · 15 days of use
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve offers good value and design for fitness tracking, but is more fitness band than full smartwatch.
9.0
Techniqued
≈ estimated
06/10/2020
Hands-on review · build, accuracy and daily use
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve is a solid smartwatch for the price, with accurate tracking and a premium metal build.
8.0
Pricebaba.com
≈ estimated
06/10/2020
Review · design, sleep, battery and daily use
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve is a strong debut smartwatch, with a design and display that stand out.
7.0
NDTV
≈ estimated
06/12/2020
Short review · looks, battery and feature tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve is good for upgrading from a fitness band; better smartwatches exist if you can spend more.
8.0
Adnan Ahmed
≈ estimated
26/03/2021
First impressions · a few hours of use
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve has a premium look, a responsive display and a good app, though third-party apps and watch faces are limited.
6.0
iGyaan
≈ estimated
06/10/2020
First look · first impressions and features
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve's value at this price is unclear, and it is not recommended for iPhone users for now.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
androidauthority.com
✓ explicit
13/10/2022
Week-long test · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve is a fitness tracker with accurate tracking and long battery life, but it is not a full smartwatch.
4.0
xda-developers.com
≈ estimated
02/11/2020
Month-long test · Software issues
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve has good hardware, but its software glitches make step counts, sleep data and GPS unreliable.
5.0
tech.hindustantimes.com
✓ explicit
13/11/2020
Hands-on test · Android-only watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve is a large Android-only watch with a bright screen and long battery life, but its tracking is unreliable.
9.0
news18.com
≈ estimated
06/10/2020
Hands-on test · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve is a stylish fitness watch with a bright AMOLED screen and long battery life, but it cannot run third-party apps or answer calls.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve

  • Bright and vibrant 1.39-inch AMOLED display that is easily readable in direct sunlight.
  • Excellent battery life, typically lasting between 7 to 14 days depending on usage and Always-On Display settings.
  • Premium design featuring a metallic frame and high-quality build that feels more expensive than its actual cost.
  • Lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear and sleep tracking despite its large 46mm size.
  • Comprehensive fitness tracking with over 100 modes and Firstbeat algorithms for specialized insights like VO2 max and recovery.
  • Built-in GPS that allows for accurate outdoor activity tracking without needing a smartphone.

What customers don't like about Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve

  • Limited 'smart' features, with many reviewers describing it as a glorified fitness tracker rather than a true smartwatch.
  • Basic notification system that does not allow for quick replies or deep interaction with messages.
  • Software experience can be buggy, with reports of UI lag, slow GPS latching, and occasional sync issues with the Xiaomi Wear app.
  • Lack of essential features found in competitors, such as Bluetooth calling, a speaker for voice assistant responses, or internal music storage.
  • Inaccurate health metrics for some users, specifically regarding sleep tracking, stress levels, and daytime nap detection.
  • Proprietary OS lacks a third-party app store and does not support data exporting to popular platforms like Strava or Apple Health in some versions.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve is a stylish fitness-oriented smartwatch featuring a 1.39-inch AMOLED display with a 454x454 resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. It is built with a premium stainless steel frame, 5ATM water resistance, and includes a 420mAh battery that delivers up to 14 days of typical use. Key characteristics include built-in GPS/GLONASS, heart rate monitoring, VO2 Max tracking, and Firstbeat motion algorithms for stress and energy analysis. Its main pros are the vibrant always-on display, lightweight 40g design, and long-lasting battery life. However, it lacks advanced smartwatch features such as Bluetooth calling, an app store for third-party software, and the ability to reply to notifications directly from the wrist.

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