Microsoft Band vs. Xiaomi Watch S1

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Band and Xiaomi Watch S1. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Band vs. Xiaomi Watch S1 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Microsoft Band Xiaomi Watch S1
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), Android 4.4 (KitKat), Windows Phone OS 8.1, iOS 7.1 or later iOS 10 or later, Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later
Activity/Sport - Multisport
Wearing Style - Watch style
Audio Input Microphone Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 19 mm 46.5 mm
Height - 46.5 mm
Depth 8.7 mm 11 mm
Weight 60 g 52 g
Body Material TPE Stainless steel
Protection Dustproof, splashproof Water-resistant
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Microsoft Band Xiaomi Watch S1
Sensors Ambient light sensor, pedometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, thermometre, heart rate, UV sensor, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, stress level
Goal Setting - Yes
Features - Call handling, automatic exercise recognition, breathing training function
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Alexa built-in
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Microsoft Band Xiaomi Watch S1
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0 IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.2
DISPLAY Microsoft Band Xiaomi Watch S1
Type TFT - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 320 x 106 pixels 466 x 466 pixels
Screen Size 1.4" 1.43"
Dimensions (WxH) 33 mm x 11 mm -
Pixel Density - 326 ppi
Screen Protection - Sapphire glass
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Microsoft Band Xiaomi Watch S1
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Microsoft Band Xiaomi Watch S1
Case Size - 46 mm
Case Shape - Round
Case Details - Silver | Black
BAND Microsoft Band Xiaomi Watch S1
Band Type - Strap
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material - Calf leather
Band Colour - Brown | Black
STORAGE Microsoft Band Xiaomi Watch S1
Storage Capacity 64 MB -
CPU Microsoft Band Xiaomi Watch S1
Manufacturer ARM -
CPU Type Cortex-M4 -
BATTERY Microsoft Band Xiaomi Watch S1
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Capacity 100 mAh 470 mAh
Battery Life 48 hours -
Battery Life Details - Power saving mode - up to 24 days
Typical usage - up to 12 days
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time 90 min -
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Band Xiaomi Watch S1
Included Accessories USB charging cable USB cable, wireless charging dock, fluororubber watch strap (grey)
Preloaded Software Alarm, iMapMyFitness, Weather, Timer, Visual Voicemail, MyFitnessPal, RunKeeper, Cortana, Finance, Microsoft Health -
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C 45 °C
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -10 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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