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Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Screen size:1.43 inchBattery life:2.5 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 26 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

8.0

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 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
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Score components

70%

8.2

Technical score

30%

7.5

Review score ( 14 · 12)

Review score 30% · 7.5 · based on 26 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. 14 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–²Better than 83% of smartwatches
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 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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Score components

24%

7.7

Health

21%

8.9

Fitness

16%

5.8

Battery

14%

9.7

Smart features

12%

8.8

Connectivity

9%

8.1

Display & Design

4%

9.0

Hardware

â–²Better than 89% of smartwatches
7.5

Review score

Review score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
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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Grades by review (26)
14 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 12 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.
Text reviews 4
✓ explicit
1
≈ estimated
3
Video reviews 3
estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 60% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 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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Score components:

24%

7.7

Health

21%

8.9

Fitness

16%

5.8

Battery

14%

9.7

Smart features

12%

8.8

Connectivity

9%

8.1

Display & Design

4%

9.0

Hardware

8.2
Review score
Review score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
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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Grades by review (26)
14 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 12 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.
Text reviews 4
✓ explicit
1
≈ estimated
3
Video reviews 3
estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro has a popularity of 7.3 points, which is higher than 61.9% of smartwatches.
7.3
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 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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Score components:

60%

8.0

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

8.6
Brand name
Xiaomi
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
2.5 days
Battery life
2.5 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 2.5 days which is shorter than that of 79.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.4% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
11 h
Battery life in training mode
11 h
This smartwatch lasts 11 h in training mode which is shorter than 65.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.7% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
50 h
Battery life with GPS on
50 h
This smartwatch lasts 50 h with GPS on which is longer than 93.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.9% of smartwatches.
Battery power
495 mAh
Battery power
495 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 495 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 92.3% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.3% of smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Wear OS
Operating system
Wear OS
This smartwatch runs Wear OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 79% of smartwatches and the same as that in 16.6% of smartwatches.
OS detail: Wear OS (4).
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 82.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
Cellular support may depend on LTE/GPS+Cellular variant selection.
SIM cards
1
SIM cards
1
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
eSIM on LTE version only.
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.43 inch
Screen size
1.43 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.43 inch which is larger than the screens of 56.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 8.2% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
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
466x 466
Resolution
466x 466
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466 which is higher than that of 87.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 10.9% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
461 ppi
Pixel density
461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 461 ppi which is higher than that of 84.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.5% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
600 nits
Display brightness
600 nits
This smartwatch reaches 600 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 38.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 14.1% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
4x 1.2 GHz
CPU speed
4x 1.2 GHz
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 4x1.2 GHz which is faster than that in 86.4% of smartwatches and equal to that in 3.2% of smartwatches.
Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
Processor model
Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1
Processor model
Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1
This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 processor model.
RAM
2 GB
RAM
2 GB
This smartwatch has 2 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 77.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 21.4% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
32 GB
Internal storage
32 GB
This smartwatch uses 32 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 84.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 13.4% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
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 Watch 2 Pro vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 30 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    50 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (50 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    50 h vs 20 h
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (4).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    Cellular support may depend on LTE/GPS+Cellular variant selection.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 13.8% better value for money
    Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.56 vs 7.5).
    8.56 vs 7.52
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    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
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • 70 more exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    150
    This smartwatch supports more exercise modes than the average smartwatch (150 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    Reported as at least 150 exercise modes.
    150 vs 80
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 1,466 m higher max altitude
    Maximum altitude
    10,000 m
    This smartwatch supports a higher maximum altitude than the average smartwatch (10000 m vs 8534 m). The average smartwatch reaches 8534 m.
    10,000 m vs 8,534 m
  • 30 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    50 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (50 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    50 h vs 20 h
  • 195 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    495 mAh days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (495 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    495 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    Cellular support may depend on LTE/GPS+Cellular variant selection.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.2
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.2 vs 5.0
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
    Rugged design supported by MIL-STD/military-grade durability claim.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs mineral glass
  • 135 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (461 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    461 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    466 x 466
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 466x466, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    466x466 vs 352x430
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Better band material
    Band material
    silicone, rubber, leather
    This smartwatch uses silicone, rubber, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, rubber, leather vs silicone
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (4).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • 28 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    32 GB
    This smartwatch offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (32 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    32 GB vs 4 GB
  • 1 GB more RAM
    RAM
    2 GB
    This smartwatch has more RAM than the average smartwatch (2 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 1 GB
  • Faster CPU speed
    CPU speed
    4 x 1.2 GHz
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 4x1.2 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
    4x1.2 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • 2 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2023
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2023 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    October 2023
    2023 vs 2021
  • More advanced processor model
    Processor model
    Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1
    This smartwatch uses the Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko.
    Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 vs Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • 4.5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2.5 days
    This smartwatch offers 2.5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    2.5 days vs 7 days
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • 8.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    11 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (11 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    11 h vs 19.25 h
  • 9.5 g heavier weight
    Weight
    54.5 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (54.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    54.5 g vs 45.0 g
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • 2.6 mm taller watch height
    Height
    47.6 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (47.6 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    47.6 mm vs 45 mm
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • 4.5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2.5 days
    This smartwatch offers 2.5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    2.5 days vs 7 days
  • 8.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    11 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (11 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    11 h vs 19.25 h
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • 9.5 g heavier weight
    Weight
    54.5 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (54.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    54.5 g vs 45.0 g
  • 2.6 mm taller watch height
    Height
    47.6 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (47.6 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    47.6 mm vs 45 mm
  • 3.9 mm wider watch width
    Width
    45.9 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
  • 10 °C lower max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    35.0 °C
    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
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.

Video reviews

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

6.0
TEST COMPARISONS
≈ estimated
29/10/2025
Hands-on review · battery, sensors and software tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro gets mixed marks: its sensors are good, but heavy battery drain and always-on heart rate hold it back.
6.0
TEST COMPARISONS
≈ estimated
29/10/2025
Hands-on review · battery, sensors and software tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro gets mixed marks: its sensors are good, but heavy battery drain and always-on heart rate hold it back.
8.0
The Product Reviewer
≈ estimated
28/10/2023
Feature walkthrough · Wear OS apps, GPS and health tracking
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro is the best Xiaomi watch so far thanks to Wear OS, with decent GPS and useful app support.
9.0
Tech Spurt
≈ estimated
23/10/2023
Unboxing and one-week review · daily use
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro feels premium for a Wear OS watch at a lower price, with a few compromises.
9.0
Tech Spurt
≈ estimated
23/10/2023
Unboxing and one-week review · daily use
Verdict
Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro feels premium for a Wear OS watch at a lower price, with a few compromises.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 14 · 12

Solid build, rich apps and LTE calling impress, but health tracking and battery life split opinion, and it's bulky with fiddly controls.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

5.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
29/02/2024
Real-world test · Wear OS smartwatch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro is a sturdy Wear OS watch, but inaccurate heart-rate readings and glitchy software make it hard to recommend.
cgmagonline.com
07/11/2023
Not graded yet
7.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
26/06/2024
Two-week test · Wear OS smartwatch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro lasts about two days on a charge, a rare strength for Wear OS, but unreliable GPS and a glitchy interface make it frustrating.
9.0
heute.at
≈ estimated
15/12/2024
Hands-on test · Wear OS smartwatch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro is a bright Wear OS watch with plenty of features and Google apps, though its wide bezel leaves less room for content.
7.0
notebookcheck.biz
≈ estimated
24/02/2024
Lab test · Display and battery
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro offers fast performance and two days of battery life, but many small software glitches and a flickering screen let it down.
6.0
tweakers.net
≈ estimated
20/05/2024
Three-and-a-half-week test · Wear OS watch
Verdict
The Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro has a bright screen and a good heart rate sensor, but weak GPS reception and older Wear OS 3.5 software hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro

  • Vibrant 1.43-inch AMOLED display with high clarity and brightness
  • Premium stainless steel build quality with a classic, well-made feel
  • Fast and responsive performance powered by the Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 chip
  • Full Google Wear OS ecosystem providing access to third-party apps like Spotify and WhatsApp
  • Exceptionally fast charging, reaching full power in approximately 40-45 minutes
  • Competitive price point compared to other flagship Wear OS devices

What we don't like about Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro

  • Unreliable health and fitness tracking accuracy, particularly for heart rate and GPS during high intensity
  • Buggy and unpolished software experience with frequent UI glitches and app crashes
  • Cluttered and sometimes buggy Mi Fitness companion app that lacks intuitive data presentation
  • Heavy and bulky design that some users find uncomfortable for exercise or sleep
  • Battery life typically lasts only 1-2 days, falling short of some competitors
  • Proprietary charging puck requires the watch to be oriented in a specific way

Verdict

The Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro is a high-performance smartwatch featuring a 1.43-inch AMOLED display (466x466 resolution, 600 nits) housed in a premium 46mm stainless steel case with a rotating crown for navigation. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 platform with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage, it is the first Xiaomi wearable to run Google's Wear OS, providing full access to the Play Store, Google Maps, and NFC payments via Google Wallet. Its key strengths include a vibrant 60Hz screen, dual-band L1+L5 GPS for precise tracking, over 150 sports modes, and unique health features like bioelectrical impedance analysis for body composition. However, notable drawbacks include a relatively short battery life of approximately 48 to 65 hours, a somewhat bulky and heavy design (54.5g without strap) that may feel cumbersome during sleep or exercise, and the lack of advanced medical certifications like ECG.

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