The fifth generation of the Mi Band 5 was already voted the winner in the "Best Fitness Tracker" category by our editorial team. The battery life is top and for the price you get all kinds of useful features.
Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 5
18.15 mmProduct details
Go smart, live more. The new Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 5 Fitness Tracker features a 14-day battery life and offers many practical functions. It has a large screen with a dynamic color display, and you can choose from over 100 different themed watch faces. The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 is waterproof up to 50 meters and can be worn while it rains, swims, or dives. To charge the fitness tracker, you don't need to remove it from the band; just connect it with the charging cable and the charging process begins. The charging port is magnetic. With a single touch, you can access information about distances traveled and time taken, your heart rate, body temperature, and many other useful data. The use of this smartwatch is supported by your movements.
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Music functionalities, Smart notifications, Touch screen, Weather |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Case material | Polycarbonate |
Item number | 13410228 |
Manufacturer | Xiaomi |
Category | Smartwatches |
Manufacturer no. | BHR4215GL |
Release date | 8.7.2020 |
Exact colour description | Black |
Watch type | Fitness Tracker |
Durability | Waterproof (5 ATM) |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Music functionalities, Smart notifications, Touch screen, Weather |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Gyro sensor, Heart rate sensor |
Localisation technology | Connected GPS |
Time display | Digital |
Screen technology | AMOLED |
Display size (inches) | 1.10" |
Image resolution | 294 x 126 Pixels |
Wristband colour | Black |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Wristband size | One size |
Strap width | 12 mm |
Strap description | Sports bracelet |
Strap fastener | Folding clasp |
Case colour | Black |
Case material | Polycarbonate |
Shape of watch | Square |
Case diameter | 18.15 mm |
Case thickness | 12.45 mm |
Connectivity | Bluetooth |
Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Storage capacity | 0.02 GB |
Memory | 16000 MB |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li |
Capacity | 125 mAh |
Battery life (without GPS) | 14 days |
Runtime (in GPS mode) | 0.23 days |
Charging time | 2 h |
Battery life | 14 days |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Charging cable, Manual, Wristband |
Weight | 23 g |
Length | 19 cm |
Width | 7.50 cm |
Height | 2.40 cm |
Weight | 78 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- 16.Polar2.9 %
- 17.Brandunit3 %
- 17.Xiaomi3 %
- 19.Fitbit3.1 %
- 19.Sigma Sport3.1 %
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- 1.VTech0 days
- 1.Wahoo0 days
- 1.Xiaomi0 days
- 12.Amazfit1 day
- 12.ICE Watch1 day
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 5.CMF3 %
- 6.TCL3.3 %
- 7.Xiaomi3.4 %
- 8.Polar3.9 %
- 9.Coros4.9 %
Smartwatches: Smart lifestyle products For whom? Smartwatches are interesting for anyone who wants to replace their classic wristwatch with a modern lifestyle product. What can they do? Smartwatches score points in two ways: firstly, they offer fitness functions such as distance measurement, calorie display or pulse measurement and thus support their owners during sports...
- Long runtime
- exact heart rate measurement
- Small font
- Not particularly smart
- Scratches easily
The Apple Watch 6 is the best smartwatch - in terms of functions, usability and sensor technology, none is better. But it only works with iPhones. For Android users, the Fitbit Versa 3 is an alternative with similarly good fitness functions. For those who want training plans and instructions, Huawei, Garmin and Polar offer the right workout companions - but with somewhat cumbersome operation...
Xiaomi finally equips the Mi Band 5 with training recognition and expands the health functions. However, the app for the mobile phone remains somewhat confusing and the font on the wristband is too small. For 35 euros, the tracker still has a lot to offer. Unfortunately, Xiaomi fails with the privacy policy, otherwise the band would be a price tip.