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Xiaomi Smart Band 7: Best quality/price ratio, solid autonomy, health/full sport monitoring, simple interface. Ideal for daily follow -up and tight budgets. See our test sheet, by clicking here

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Huawei Band 7

Huawei Band 7: more neat design, larger screen, more fluid interface, better managed notifications. More comfortable for prolonged use, better for notifications and display.

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  • For sport: Xiaomi, no more profiles and sensors.
  • For health: Equality, sleep follow -up and reliable SPO2 on both.
  • For autonomy: very close, slight advantage Xiaomi.
  • For the price: Xiaomi, cheaper.
  • For comfort and style: Huawei.

Function / characteristic Xiaomi Smart Band 7 Huawei Band 7
Design & Comfort
Dial shape Rectangular, rounded edges Rectangular, straight edges
Box size (mm) 46.5 x 20.7 x 12.25 44.35 x 26 x 9.99
Weight (G) 13.5 16
Box material Plastic Plastic
Bracelet material Silicone Silicone
Interchangeable bracelets Yes Yes
Strifting resistance 2.5D glass 2.5D glass
Glass finish Soaked glass Soaked glass
Closure type Pressure button Pressure button
Screen
Screen size (thumbs) 1.62 1.47
Screen technology Amoled Always-On Amoled Always-On
Resolution 192 x 490 (326 ppi) 194 x 368 (283 ppi)
Max brightness (nits) 500 450
Always-on Yes Yes
Tactile Yes Yes
Screen protection 2.5D soaked glass 2.5D soaked glass
Sun legibility Good Very good
Sensors
Optical heart rate Yes Yes
ECG No No
Spo2 Yes Yes
Skin temperature No No
Barometric altimeter No No
Accelerometer Yes Yes
Gyroscope Yes Yes
Compass No No
Ambient light sensor Yes No
Temperature sensor No No
Sports functions
Number of sports profiles 120 96
Automatic detection activity Yes Yes
Personalized training programs No No
Vocal coaching No No
VO2MAX monitoring Yes Yes
Recovery monitoring Yes Yes
Rest time estimate Yes Yes
Compatibility external sensors No No
Stride analysis No No
Wrist power No No
Health Functions
Sleep follow -up Yes Yes (advanced trusleeptm)
Sleeping cycles analysis Yes Yes (6 parameters)
Stress follow -up Yes Yes
Menstrual cycle monitoring Yes Yes
General health score No No
Abnormal heart rate alerts Yes Yes
Detection falls No No
Breathing monitoring Yes Yes
Energy level analysis No No
Reminders Relaxation Yes Yes
Navigation & Location
Integrated GPS No (GPS via smartphone) No (GPS via smartphone)
GPS precision Depends on the smartphone Depends on the smartphone
GNSS supported Via smartphone Via smartphone
Embedded cartography No No
Navigation turn by turn No No
Back to the starting point No No
Active compass No No
Altitude display No No
Importable GPX route No No
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.0 5.0
Wi-fi No No
Ant+ No No
LTE/4G No No
IOS/Android compatibility Yes Yes
Multi-Appareils pairing No No
Synchronization speed Fast Fast
NFC (contactless payment) No (excluding NFC version) No
Bluetooth headset connectivity No No
Autonomy and recharge
Standard use autonomy (days) 14 14
GPS mode autonomy (hours) – –
Energy saving mode Yes Yes
Household mode autonomy 20 days 20 days
Recharge time (hours) 2 1.5
Recharge type Magnetic Magnetic
Rapid load No No
Recharge base provided Yes Yes
Connected notifications & functions
Calls/messages notifications Yes Yes
Quick response messages No Yes
Calls from the watch No No
Integrated voice assistant No No
Music control Yes Yes
Photo remote control No Yes
Find my phone Yes Yes
Download third -party apps No No
Weather report Yes Yes
Alarms/Timer/Chrono Yes Yes
Personalization & interface
Number of customizable dials +100 +100
Watchfes via store Yes Yes
Configurable widgets Yes Yes
Navigation (buttons/touch/dial) Tactile Tactile
Interface fluidity Good Excellent
Themes Day/Night No No
Interface language French, English French, English
Adjustable font size Yes Yes
Resistance & Outdoor use
Waterproofing (ATM/IP) 5 ATM 5 ATM
Cold/heat resistance No No
Diving fashion No No
Altitude fashion No No
Tested military standards No No
Ecosystem & app
Companion application Mi fitness Huawei Health
Synchronization of third -party apps Strava Strava
Frequent updates Yes Yes
Frequency of bugs Weak Weak
Data backup Cloud Cloud
History Cloud Training Yes Yes
Doctor/Coaches Data Sharing Limit Limit
Price & availability
Official launch price 39 € 59 €
Average price observed 2024 35 € 45 €
Good value for money Yes Yes
Availability Europe Yes Yes
Color variants 6 4
Official accessories Yes Yes

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Thomas Kaufmann

Thomas Kaufmann is an expert in Swiss horology and a passionate advocate for the art of Swiss watchmaking. He has devoted his career to theSwitzerland’s finest timepieces, working in all the layers of watchmanking, from precision mechanism workshops to major swiss brand promotions around the world. As the founder and lead writer of the “Swiss Made Watch” blog, he provides in-depth insights and detailed analyses, showcasing his profound knowledge and appreciation for these artisanal timepieces. Thomas’s engaging articles and thorough reviews not only educate but also connect with a worldwide community of enthusiasts, fostering a deeper understanding of the Swiss watchmaking tradition. His work plays a crucial role in preserving and promoting this rich cultural heritage for future generations.

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