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Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active Review | 126 Data compared

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

Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 15 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Technical score

30%

8.0

Review score ( 10 · 5)

Review score 30% · 8.0 · based on 15 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.
▲Better than 69% of smartwatches
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models
Score components

24%

6.1

Health

21%

9.8

Fitness

16%

8.4

Battery

14%

4.4

Smart features

12%

5.1

Connectivity

9%

7.4

Display & Design

4%

5.0

Hardware

▲Better than 67% of smartwatches
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 69% of models
Grades by review (15)
Text reviews 10
✓ explicit
2

9.1%

8.0

gadgetsnow.indiatimes.com

9.1%

7.0

indianexpress.com

≈ estimated
8

9.1%

9.0

fonearena.com

9.1%

9.0

news18.com

9.1%

9.0

newsbytesapp.com

9.1%

8.0

telegraphindia.com

9.1%

8.0

technorapper.com

9.1%

6.0

xda-developers.com

4.5%

9.0

mobigyaan.com

4.5%

8.0

indiatoday.in

Video reviews 5

4.5%

9.0

Mr. Phone

4.5%

8.0

Pricebaba.com

4.5%

7.0

Aapka Google

2.3%

8.0

Trakin Tech

2.3%

8.0

Technolobe

estimated from the review
10 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 5 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.
▲Better than 69% of smartwatches
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Best prices

    N/A~ £90

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models
Score components:

24%

6.1

Health

21%

9.8

Fitness

16%

8.4

Battery

14%

4.4

Smart features

12%

5.1

Connectivity

9%

7.4

Display & Design

4%

5.0

Hardware

7.0
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 69% of models
Grades by review (15)
Text reviews 10
✓ explicit
2

9.1%

8.0

gadgetsnow.indiatimes.com

9.1%

7.0

indianexpress.com

≈ estimated
8

9.1%

9.0

fonearena.com

9.1%

9.0

news18.com

9.1%

9.0

newsbytesapp.com

9.1%

8.0

telegraphindia.com

9.1%

8.0

technorapper.com

9.1%

6.0

xda-developers.com

4.5%

9.0

mobigyaan.com

4.5%

8.0

indiatoday.in

Video reviews 5

4.5%

9.0

Mr. Phone

4.5%

8.0

Pricebaba.com

4.5%

7.0

Aapka Google

2.3%

8.0

Trakin Tech

2.3%

8.0

Technolobe

estimated from the review
10 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 5 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.
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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
▲ Better than 74% of models
Score components:

60%

7.3

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.1
Brand name
Xiaomi
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
▲ Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
no
ECG
no
▼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
▲ Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
▲ Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
▲ Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
▲ Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
▲ Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
14 days
Battery life
14 days
▲ Better than 77% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 14 days which is longer than that of 76.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 9.2% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
35 h
Battery life in training mode
35 h
▲ Better than 80% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 35 h in training mode which is longer than 79.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.9% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
35 h
Battery life with GPS on
35 h
▲ Better than 80% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 35 h with GPS on which is longer than 79.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.8% of smartwatches.
Battery power
420 mAh
Battery power
420 mAh
▲ Better than 80% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 420 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 79.7% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1.6% of smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Proprietary OS
Operating system
Proprietary OS
▼ Worse than 53% of models
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.
OS detail: Proprietary OS (RTOS).
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
▼ Worse than 43% of models
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
Third-party app support
no
▼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 47.7% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
▲ Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
Assistant may work with limited interaction mode (screen-only responses).
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
▼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
?
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
▲ Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.39 inch
Screen size
1.39 inch
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.39 inch which is smaller than the screens of 51.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 9.5% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
▲ Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
454x 454
Resolution
454x 454
▲ Better than 80% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454 which is higher than that of 79.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
462 ppi
Pixel density
462 ppi
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 462 ppi which is higher than that of 91.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
450 nits
Display brightness
450 nits
▼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 450 nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 86.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.5% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
0 GB
Internal storage
0 GB
▼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 0 GB for internal storage which is smaller than that of 73.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.4% of smartwatches.
No local user storage for apps/media
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
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 Active vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 7 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    14 days
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 14 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • 15 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    35 h
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (35 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    35 h vs 20 h
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • 15.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    35 h
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (35 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    35 h vs 19.25 h
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 37 more exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    117
    ▲ Better than 32% of models
    This smartwatch supports more exercise modes than the average smartwatch (117 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    117 vs 80
  • 7 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    14 days
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 14 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    14 days vs 7 days
  • 15 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    35 h
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (35 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    35 h vs 20 h
  • 15.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    35 h
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (35 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    35 h vs 19.25 h
  • 120 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    420 mAh days
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (420 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    420 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    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 higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    462 ppi
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (462 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    462 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 13 g lighter weight
    Weight
    32.0 g
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (32 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    32.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    454 x 454
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 454x454, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    454x454 vs 352x430
  • 1 more microphones
    Number of microphones
    2
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has more microphones than the average smartwatch (2 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No call controls
    Call control
    no
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 90.9% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 150 nits lower display brightness
    Display brightness
    450 nits
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (450 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    450 nits vs 600 nits
  • 6.12x less popular
    Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active has a lower popularity than the average smartwatch (1 vs 6.1).
    1 vs 6.12
  • 6.12x less popular
    Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active has a lower popularity than the average smartwatch (1 vs 6.1).
    1 vs 6.12
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No voice feedback
    Voice feedback
    no
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 150 nits lower display brightness
    Display brightness
    450 nits
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (450 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    450 nits vs 600 nits
  • 8.4 mm taller watch height
    Height
    53.4 mm
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (53.4 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    53.4 mm vs 45 mm
  • 3.9 mm wider watch width
    Width
    45.9 mm
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (45.9 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    45.9 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • Basic band material
    Band material
    silicone, tpu, plastic
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, tpu, plastic for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, tpu, plastic vs silicone
  • No music playback
    Music playback
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 54.2% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No call controls
    Call control
    no
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 90.9% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 4 GB less storage
    Internal storage
    0 GB
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    No local user storage for apps/media
    0 GB vs 4 GB

Video reviews

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

8.0
Pricebaba.com
≈ estimated
22/06/2021
Hands-on review · display, health tracking and battery test
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active works well overall, but the beige colour and stiff price competition hold it back.
8.0
Technolobe
≈ estimated
22/06/2021
Unboxing · first impressions and feature overview
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active is a well-rounded package, though calls cannot be answered and battery life is still untested.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Brand video
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet

What reviewers agree on

Based on 10 · 5

Reviewers like the sharp display and accurate tracking, but notifications, calls and Alexa disappoint, and battery life splits opinion.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
xda-developers.com
≈ estimated
26/06/2021
Week-long test · Fitness-first watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active is a good fitness tracker with long battery life, but it has few smart features and occasionally freezes.
7.0
indianexpress.com
✓ explicit
26/06/2021
Hands-on test · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active suits fitness fans who want a bright screen and long battery life, but it's limited as a smartwatch.
9.0
mobigyaan.com
≈ estimated
22/06/2021
Hands-on test · Sports watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active is a sporty watch with built-in GPS and detailed workout breakdowns, but it cannot run third-party apps.
8.0
telegraphindia.com
≈ estimated
23/06/2021
Hands-on test · Snappy interface
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active is a snappy, light watch with long battery life, but its look-alike icons and closed app list hold it back.
8.0
gadgetsnow.indiatimes.com
✓ explicit
23/06/2021
Hands-on test · Rugged fitness watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active suits Android users wanting a rugged fitness watch with long battery life, but its sleep tracking is weaker.
8.0
technorapper.com
≈ estimated
06/07/2021
Hands-on test · Sports watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active is a light sports watch with a bright screen and built-in GPS, best for casual tracking rather than serious training.
9.0
fonearena.com
≈ estimated
22/06/2021
Full review · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active is a capable fitness watch with accurate sleep tracking and a battery lasting over a week, though its Alexa support is basic.
9.0
news18.com
≈ estimated
22/06/2021
Full review · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active is a light watch with a bright screen, a new SpO2 sensor and Alexa, though its blood oxygen readings often run higher than an oximeter.
9.0
newsbytesapp.com
≈ estimated
06/09/2021
Full review · Fitness watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active is a light, comfortable fitness watch with accurate GPS and long battery life, but its Alexa support is basic and replies are text only.
8.0
indiatoday.in
≈ estimated
22/06/2021
First impressions · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active is a bright fitness watch with built-in GPS and SpO2, and it kept 74% battery after five days, but replies still need your phone.

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What we like about Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active

  • Exceptional battery life, often lasting 10–14 days on a single charge
  • Vibrant 1.39-inch AMOLED display with high peak brightness for outdoor visibility
  • Lightweight and comfortable design, weighing approximately 32–35g
  • Accurate built-in GPS that allows for phone-free outdoor activity tracking
  • Comprehensive fitness suite with over 117 sports modes and Firstbeat analytics
  • Good value for money at its price point compared to premium competitors

What we don't like about Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active

  • Limited 'smart' functionality; cannot reply to notifications or accept calls directly
  • Heart rate and SpO2 sensors can be inconsistent or show inaccurate spikes
  • Amazon Alexa support is text-only due to the lack of a built-in speaker
  • Software experience can be buggy and lacks support for third-party apps
  • Large 46mm case size may feel bulky on smaller or slender wrists
  • Xiaomi Wear app lacks data export options for platforms like Strava (without workarounds)

Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active is a fitness-oriented smartwatch featuring a vibrant 1.39-inch AMOLED always-on display with a 454x454 resolution and 450 nits of brightness. Housed in a lightweight 32g glass-fiber-reinforced polyamide frame, it offers robust health tracking including SpO2 blood oxygen monitoring, 24-hour heart rate tracking, VO2 Max analysis, and stress monitoring powered by the LifeQ algorithm. Key pros include its 117 sports modes with automatic workout detection, a high-accuracy 12nm built-in GPS supporting four positioning systems, 5ATM water resistance, and an impressive 14-day battery life from its 420mAh cell. However, notable cons include the inability to answer calls directly on the watch, limited notification interaction with no reply options, a lack of dedicated third-party app support, and occasional inaccuracies in sleep and stress data.

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