Samsung Galaxy Fit 3
Score: 73/100
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Active is a lightweight tracker with an 18-day battery and 5 ATM water resistance, aimed at casual users. Its trade-offs include a less vibrant TFT screen, manual brightness, and the absence of built-in GPS. Best for beginners who value comfort and long endurance over premium display quality.
The Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 offers a large, crisp AMOLED screen and robust 5 ATM/IP68 durability at a budget price. Its battery falls short of advertised endurance and charging is slower than USB-C standards. Best for users who value a vivid display and waterproof design over multi-day battery life.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
312 hours | 432 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 36.8 g | 30 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | — | 120 minutesbest |
1.6 inbest | 1.47 in | |
208 mAh | 300 mAhbest | |
101best | 50 | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 9.99 mmbest |
— | 450 nitsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 312 hours | 432 hours |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 208 mAh | 300 mAh |
Display(3) | ||
Screen Size (in) | 1.6 in | 1.47 in |
Resolution (pixels) | 256x402 pixels | 172x320 pixels |
Display Type | AMOLED | TFT LCD |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 36.8 g | 30 g |
Features(1) | ||
Sports Modes (Count) | 101 | 50 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Galaxy Fit 3 for its larger, high-resolution AMOLED display, ultra-light aluminum chassis, and solid waterproof rating, positioning it as a compelling budget fitness tracker.
Everyday users appreciate the lightweight comfort, clear screen, and extensive exercise tracking, but most complain that the battery does not last the advertised 13 days and needs charging every few days.
Professional reviewers commend the band's ultra-light design, smooth 60 Hz display, long 18-day battery, and solid 5 ATM water resistance, describing it as a valuable upgrade for everyday use. However, they criticize the TFT screen's lower vibrancy, the absence of auto-brightness, and the lack of advanced sensors like GPS or ECG, noting it falls short of higher-end competitors.
Everyday users praise the long battery life, lightweight comfort, smooth scrolling, and the variety of watch faces, finding it reliable for basic fitness tracking. Common complaints focus on the less vivid TFT screen, manual brightness control, occasional heart-rate inaccuracies, and the missing built-in GPS for outdoor activities.
