| Amazfit Balance | Xiaomi Watch | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | $369 | $285★ |
| Subscription | ✓ None | ✓ None |
| Hardware | ||
| Weight | 62g | 56g★ |
| Water resistance | 10ATM★ | 5ATM |
| Battery | 21 days★ | 6 days |
| Always-on display | ✅ | ✅ |
| GPS | ✅ | ✅ |
| Cellular | ❌ | ✅★ |
| Platform | iOS & Android | Android only |
| Tier | Smartwatch | Smartwatch |
| Buy timing | ||
| Released | Jun 2, 2026 | Feb 28, 2026 |
| Cycle advice | good | good |
| Deals advice | neutral | neutral |
| Next model | — | — |
The 1.5" AMOLED is 50% brighter than the Balance 2 at 3,000 nits, under scratch-resistant sapphire glass — with 21 days of typical use and 41 hours of Accuracy-Mode GPS.
An upgraded processor renders maps 2.5× faster, with dual-frequency L1+L5 GPS across six satellite systems, 64GB of storage, and turn-by-turn offline topo navigation.
A new dual-mode LED flashlight with white, red, and SOS modes joins official HYROX training, golf course maps, and more than 180 sport modes.
Dual-chip design keeps the main Snapdragon W5 dormant during light tasks, dramatically extending battery life beyond any rival Wear OS watch.
First Wear OS 6 device on the market — with ECG monitoring, EMG gesture control, and eSIM for standalone calling.
Larger and brighter display than Galaxy Watch 8 or Pixel Watch 4, with Hasselblad-tuned health sensors, starting at around $285.
The right pick depends on what you optimize for.
$285 vs $369 over 3 years.
21 days vs 6 days battery.
7 sensors.
56g.
Android and iPhone users who want a premium smartwatch experience — full offline maps, long battery, and a bright sapphire display — at a price below Apple Watch or Garmin equivalents. A strong choice for runners, hikers, and hybrid athletes who want GPS map navigation without a subscription.
Full details →Android users who want a full-featured Wear OS smartwatch — ECG, eSIM, a large bright screen — at a price well below Samsung and Google competitors. A natural pairing with Xiaomi phones but fully compatible with any Android device.
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