Early in release cycle
Best for: Athletes, coaches, and fitness-obsessed users who want deep recovery and sleep data without screen distractions. WHOOP suits those who train hard and want to understand whether their body is ready to push. Not for casual users or those who want smartwatch features like notifications or GPS.
Full details →Late in cycle — a new model is likely coming
Best for: 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.
Full details →| WHOOP 5.0 | Xiaomi Smart Band 10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Fitness Tracker | Fitness Tracker |
| Platform | iOS & Android | iOS & Android |
| Battery | 5 days | 21 days |
| Always-on display | ❌ | ✅ |
| GPS | ❌ | ❌ |
| Cellular | ❌ | ❌ |
| Health sensors | hrv, spo2, skin temp, respiratory rate, strain | hr, spo2, stress, sleep |
| Released | May 8, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| Cycle length | 1345 days | 343 days |
| Cycle advice | good | bad |
| Deals advice | neutral | good |
| Next model | — | — |
No distractions — WHOOP tracks everything without buzzing, glowing, or asking for your attention. All data lives in the app.
WHOOP's Recovery Score synthesises HRV, resting heart rate, sleep quality, and respiratory rate to tell you how ready your body is each day.
The WHOOP battery pack slides onto the device and charges it without removal — no gaps in overnight sleep tracking.
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.