Best fitness watch for the price? Xiaomi Smart Band 10 and its "Rizz"

In a world of flashy smartwatches that drain your wallet and your battery, the Xiaomi Smart Band 10 stands out for being effortlessly reliable. It's sleek and surprisingly powerful for its PHP 2,499 price tag.

Smart Band 10 in the flesh

After wearing it for four straight days, here are the five things that made me fall in love with this smart little companion.

Five things that made me fall in love with this smart little companion—Xiaomi Smart Band 10 and its "Rizz"

1. Setup so simple, it's practically instant - I've used several wearables to know that pairing with an iPhone can be a test of patience. But with the Smart Band 10, setup was a breeze. The Mi Fitness app recognized the band immediately, and within minutes, I was scrolling through watch faces and tracking my steps. No weird Bluetooth hiccups, no confusing prompts, just smooth syncing that made the experience feel premium right out of the box.

Back and front design

2. So light, you'll forget you're wearing it - There's something to be said about a device that disappears on your wrist. The Smart Band 10 is feather-light, and after five days, I caught myself double-checking if I was even wearing it. Whether I was working, walking, or sleeping, it never felt intrusive, just quietly doing its job while blending seamlessly into my daily routine.

Long battery life, quick charging

3. Battery that refuses to quit - Charging anxiety? Not here. The Smart Band 10 charged from 0 to 100 percent in about an hour, and after five full days of use with heart rate, SpO2, and sleep tracking all turned on, the battery was still at 70 percent. That kind of endurance at this price point, chef's kiss.

The Xiaomi Band 10 has a theoretical battery life of up to 21 days, but real-world usage is closer to 4-6 days, especially with features like always-on display enabled.

In my experience, it took 14 days for all the tasks I use with all the health apps open at the default screen brightness level.

The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 takes less than 1 hour to charge from empty to full.

Health tracking

4. Health tracking that keeps you mindful (not obsessed) - I've tried wearables that make health tracking feel like homework, but this one strikes the right balance.

The heart rate, blood oxygen, stress, and sleep monitoring features give just enough data to keep me mindful of my habits, without overwhelming me. It's like having a health buddy on your wrist that nudges, not nags. And yes, it actually makes me want to close my activity rings.

It even supports menstrual cycle and ovulation tracking.

A solid deal

5. The price that seals the deal - Honestly, PHP 2,499 for all these features? It almost feels like a steal. From its AMOLED display and premium feel to its dependable battery life and smart features, the Xiaomi Smart Band 10 punches way above its weight class.

It's proof that you don't need to spend big to get a wearable that's stylish, capable, and genuinely useful.

Our thoughts

The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 is the kind of gadget that reminds you why smart bands became popular in the first place: practical, stylish, and unbelievably efficient.

It doesn't try too hard, it just works. Whether you're tracking fitness goals or simply want a sleek, no-fuss companion for everyday life, this little band nails the essentials.

This stands out as one of the best-value fitness watches on the market.

What do you guys think?