The connected Xiaomi Mi Watch Black is on sale on Amazon for under €80, about 23% off the regular price. It is currently the best value for money for smaller budgets.
After Mi Watch Lite, it is the Xiaomi Mi Watch that invites itself into our columns. With its round format, advanced features and reasonable price, it stands out in the market as a reference watch.
Xiaomi MiWatch
Starting price €129
- Ergonomics and design
- Statement
- Interface
- Usage and accuracy
- Autonomy
Xiaomi Mi Watch is an excellent smart watch for sports. It benefits from a circular format, but is actually more imposing than the Lite version we tested earlier. This format gives them the advantage of giving the illusion of a “real” watch, although their plastic design quickly reminds them of their technological product status without any real charm. The built-in heart rate monitor and GPS are good, making it relevant for sports, and its minimalistic interface is comfortable in everyday work. Two physical buttons and a convenient AMOLED screen help with this. Finally, its autonomy of two weeks is definitely its best asset.
Strengths
- Appropriate heart rate monitor.
- Built-in GPS.
- Round format for ease of use.
- Huge autonomy.
Vulnerable points
- The format is still quite impressive (and all plastic).
- A protective film would not be superfluous.
Alternatively
Huami Amazfit GTS
- Ergonomics and design
- Interface
- Statement
- Usage and accuracy
- Autonomy
Offered at an unbeatable price, the Amazfit GTS is a smartwatch with multiple strings on the nose. It offers a very clear notification display and provides up to five days of battery life. Unfortunately, its too light finish and average performance end up limiting it. However, it differs from the Fitbit Versa 2 in the presence of built-in GPS. The American watch has a better heart rate monitor. Thus, it will be necessary to choose between the two terminals according to the intended use.