| Fitbit Charge | Xiaomi Smart Band 10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | $120 | $50★ |
| Subscription | ℹ️ Optional — $79/yr | ✓ None |
| Hardware | ||
| Weight | 15g★ | 16g |
| Water resistance | 50m | 5ATM |
| Battery | 7 days | 21 days★ |
| Always-on display | ❌ | ✅★ |
| GPS | ✅★ | ❌ |
| Cellular | ❌ | ❌ |
| Platform | iOS & Android | iOS & Android |
| Tier | Fitness Tracker | Fitness Tracker |
| Buy timing | ||
| Released | Sep 28, 2023 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| Cycle advice | bad | bad |
| Deals advice | great★ | good |
| Next model | Fitbit Charge 7 (Expected 2026) | — |
Full ECG, electrodermal activity stress sensing, SpO2, and continuous heart rate in a tracker thinner than most smartwatches.
Google Maps navigation, Google Wallet NFC payments, and YouTube Music controls — more useful on-device apps than any previous Charge.
7 days of typical use, dropping to around 30 minutes per GPS workout session before needing a charge.
The Smart Band 10's 1.72" display peaks at 1500 nits — 200 nits brighter than the Band 9 — making it more readable in sunlight, all for around $40.
Continuous heart rate, SpO2, stress, and sleep tracking — all running for 3 weeks before charging. Seven more days than the already impressive Band 9.
Full functionality on both platforms via the Mi Fitness app, including notifications, sleep analysis, and health trends. Bluetooth 5.4 for improved connection stability.
The right pick depends on what you optimize for.
$50 vs $357 over 3 years · no required subscription.
21 days vs 7 days battery.
6 sensors.
15g · no required subscription.
Anyone who wants serious health and fitness tracking without the bulk or cost of a full smartwatch. Works with both Android and iPhone, making it the most accessible Fitbit tracker in the lineup.
Full details →Anyone who wants basic health tracking — steps, sleep, heart rate, SpO2 — without spending more than $40 or carrying a bulky watch. Works with both iPhone and Android. A popular choice for kids, older adults, and budget-conscious fitness beginners who want the world's top-selling fitness band.
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