The Huawei Band 8 impresses with its many functions for analysing training, long battery life and individual watch faces.
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The Huawei Band 8 is a state-of-the-art activity tracker wristband equipped with an impressive AMOLED display. With a screen diagonal of 3.73 cm (1.47 inches) and a resolution of 194 x 368 pixels, the display is crystal clear and sharp. It features an optical heart rate sensor that allows for accurate real-time measurements. This enables users to easily monitor their heart rate during workouts or throughout the day. The device has a battery life of up to 14 days, which should be sufficient for most users. Weighing only 14 g, the Huawei Band 8 is a very lightweight device. Despite its small size and low weight, the device is robust and durable enough to withstand the demands of daily use.
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Date display, Datebooks, Smart notifications, Timer + stopwatch |
Health functions | Calories, Heart rate measurement, Pedometer, Sleep recording, Stress levels |
Activities | Fitness, Running |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Case material | Polymer |
Item number | 35506642 |
Manufacturer | Huawei |
Category | Smartwatches |
Manufacturer no. | 55020AMP |
Release date | 17.5.2023 |
Sales rank in Category Smartwatches | 124 of 2818 |
Exact colour description | Mid-night Black |
Watch type | Fitness Tracker |
Durability | Waterproof (5 ATM) |
Protection type (IP code) | Waterproof |
Operating system | Other |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Date display, Datebooks, Smart notifications, Timer + stopwatch |
Health functions | Calories, Heart rate measurement, Pedometer, Sleep recording, Stress levels |
Activities | Fitness, Running |
Sensors | Gyro sensor, Heart rate sensor |
Time display | Digital |
Screen technology | AMOLED |
Display size (inches) | 1.47" |
Image resolution | 194 x 368 pixels |
Wristband colour | Black |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Wristband size | One size |
Strap width | 24.54 mm |
Strap description | Sports bracelet |
Strap fastener | Buckle |
Case colour | Black |
Case material | Polymer |
Shape of watch | Square |
Case diameter | 43.45 mm |
Case thickness | 8.99 mm |
Connectivity | Bluetooth |
Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Capacity | 180 mAh |
Battery life (without GPS) | 14 days |
Charging time | 0.75 h |
Battery life | 14 days |
Manufacturer commitment | SBTi |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Charging station |
Weight | 14 g |
Length | 12 cm |
Width | 9 cm |
Height | 4 cm |
Weight | 98 g |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 3.Samsung1.2 %
- 5.Coros1.5 %
- 5.Huawei1.5 %
- 5.ICE Watch1.5 %
- 5.Xcoast1.5 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 15.TCL3 days
- 21.Google4 days
- 21.Huawei4 days
- 23.Garmin5 days
- 24.Apple7 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 12.Accutime5.3 %
- 13.Samsung5.4 %
- 14.Huawei5.7 %
- 15.Amazfit5.8 %
- 15.VTech5.8 %
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Overall ratingGood76/100
- Good display
- Various sport modes available
- Heart rate measurement inaccurate
- No GPS without a mobile
Although the Band 8 looks stylish and has various sports modes, it doesn't have much else going for it. The heart rate measurement is inaccurate and there is no GPS data during training without a smartphone. It is also hardly smart - apps and NFC are missing. At least Huawei can shine with good data protection.
Good73/100
Smartwatches and fitness wristbands are now real all-rounders: they serve as heart rate monitors and altimeters, count steps, calculate distance travelled and calories burned and analyse sleep patterns. Some can also be used to play music, make phone calls or send and receive messages. If you want, you can even find models that generate ECGs, measure blood pressure or enable contactless payment.
This test report belongs to a different type: Volume 8 (43.45 mm)
Good69/100
- Good display
- Various sport modes available
- Inaccurate heart rate measurement
- GPS dependent on smartphone
Huawei has retained the stylish design of its Band 8, but there are no major innovations. The new fitness tracker not only looks like a twin of its predecessor on the outside. Its successor is also plagued by problems such as inaccurate heart rate measurement and a lack of automatic training recognition...
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- exact measured values
- low weight
- long battery life
- No GNSS connection
- No brightness sensor
- Display darker than the predecessor
Very good88/100
- Impeccable control
- Reliable sensors
- Strong battery life & charging time
- No brightness sensor in the display
- No integrated GPS
- No ECG measurement