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Xiaomi Watch S1 vs Huawei Watch Fit 4

Compare battery life, health tracking, display and fit.

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Xiaomi Watch S1 Active

Xiaomi Watch S1 Active

  • Screen: 466 × 466 pixels.
  • Runs Proprietary OS.
  • Wi-Fi 4 support.
  • 470 mAh battery capacity.
  • 5 ATM.
KSh 16,000In Stock
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Huawei Watch Fit 4

Huawei Watch Fit 4

  • 1.82 inch screen.
  • 400 mAh battery capacity.
  • Bluetooth 5.2.
  • 5 ATM water-resistant.
  • Weighs about 27 g.
KSh 15,500In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Huawei Watch Fit 4 is lighter to wear all day and has a larger 1.82-inch screen and a sturdier aluminium build, while the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active lasts longer between charges (12 days typical).

Display

Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
466 × 466 pixels
Huawei Watch Fit 4
480 × 408 pixels, PPI 347

Capacity

Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
470 mAh battery capacity
Huawei Watch Fit 4
400 mAh battery capacity

Portability

Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
36 g
Huawei Watch Fit 4
About 27 g

Software

Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
Proprietary OS
Huawei Watch Fit 4
HUAWEI Health

Connections

Xiaomi Watch S1 Active
Wi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 5.2
Huawei Watch Fit 4
Bluetooth 5.2

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xiaomi Watch S1 Active

  • Longer battery life: up to 12 days in typical use (vs 7).
  • Bigger battery: 470 mAh (vs 400 mAh).
  • Charging: Magnetic charging cable.

Huawei Watch Fit 4

  • Larger 1.82-inch screen (vs 1.43-inch).
  • Lighter: about 27 g (vs 36 g).
  • Aluminium case and plastic back (vs plastic case).
  • Slimmer: 9.5 mm thick (vs 11 mm).
  • Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2022).
  • Charging: Wireless charging.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityXiaomi Watch S1 ActiveHuawei Watch Fit 4
Battery life470 mAh battery400 mAh battery
Portability36 gAbout 27 g
Display1.43-inch OLED display1.82-inch OLED display
SoftwareProprietary OSHUAWEI Health
ConnectionsWi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.2
Water resistance5 ATM5 ATM water-resistant

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1 ActiveHuawei Watch Fit 4
Display1.43-inch AMOLED1.82 inch AMOLED
Screen resolution466 × 466 pixels480 × 408 pixels, PPI 347
Display featuresCustomisable watch faces2000 nits (peak)

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1 ActiveHuawei Watch Fit 4
Network / cellularNo cellular connectivityNo cellular connectivity
SIM / eSIMNoNo
Wi-FiIEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHzNo
BluetoothBluetooth 5.22.4 GHz, supports BT5.2 and BR + BLE
NFCYesSupported
Positioning / GNSSGPS; GLONASS; Galileo; BeiDou; QZSSL1: GPS + GLONASS + GALILEO + BDS + QZSS; L5: GPS + GALILEO + BDS +QZSS

Identity & design

Identity & design specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1 ActiveHuawei Watch Fit 4
BrandXiaomiHuawei
ModelXiaomi Watch S1 ActiveHuawei Watch Fit 4
Announced2022, March 152025, May 15
Dimensions46.5 × 47.3 × 11 mm, excluding strap and protrusions43.0 × 38.0 × 9.5 mm
Weight36 (1.27 oz)Pink, Grey, White, Purple, Black; Approximately 27 g (without the strap)
Build materialsGlass-fibre-reinforced polyamide frameGlass front, aluminum frame, plastic back
Wrist size160–220 mmPink, Purple: 120–190 mm; Grey, White, Black: 130–210 mm
Strap / bandWhite silicone; black or blue TPUPink Fluoroelastomer Strap; Grey Nylon Strap; White Fluoroelastomer Strap; Purple Fluoroelastomer Strap; Black Fluoroelastomer Strap
Controls / buttonsTouchscreen and side buttons; lower button supports configured emergency contact shortcutHome Button (Rotating Crown) and Side Button

Performance & software

Performance & software specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1 ActiveHuawei Watch Fit 4
Operating systemProprietary OS—

Audio & communication

Audio & communication specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1 ActiveHuawei Watch Fit 4
SpeakerSupportedSupported
MicrophoneSupportedSupported
CallingBluetooth calling through a connected compatible smartphoneBluetooth calling through a paired phone

Sensors, health & fitness

Sensors, health & fitness specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1 ActiveHuawei Watch Fit 4
SensorsHeart-rate and blood-oxygen sensor; accelerometer; gyroscope; geomagnetic sensor; atmospheric-pressure sensor; ambient-light sensorAccelerometer sensor; Gyroscope sensor; Magnetometer sensor; Ambient light sensor; Optical heart rate sensor; Barometer sensor
Health & wellness featuresHeart rate, blood oxygen, stress and supported cycle tracking; general wellness information; selected continuous monitoring and alerts require enabling—
Sleep trackingNight sleep and supported naps; detailed stage data excluded for short naps under three hours—
Sports / workout modes117 fitness modes including 19 professional modes; firmware-dependent—
Training & outdoor featuresOutdoor route recording with independent dual-band GNSS; supported fitness records—
Safety & emergency featuresTriple-press lower side button to call previously configured emergency contact; requires connected phone and prior app setup—

Battery & durability

Battery & durability specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1 ActiveHuawei Watch Fit 4
Battery capacity470 mAhLi-Ion 400 mAh
Battery lifeUp to 12 days typical use or 24 days battery saver in manufacturer testing; actual life variesUp to 10 days maximum; 7 days typical use; 4 days with AOD
ChargingMagnetic charging cableWireless charging
Water resistance5 ATM5 ATM water-resistant

Compatibility

Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1 ActiveHuawei Watch Fit 4
Phone compatibilityAndroid 6.0 or later; iOS 10.0 or laterAndroid 8.0 or later; iOS 13.0 or later
Companion appMi FitnessHUAWEI Health
ColorsMoon White; Ocean Blue; Space BlackBlack, Silver

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Watch S1 ActiveHuawei Watch Fit 4
Case materialGlass-fibre-reinforced polyamideAluminum alloy
Watch weight without strapApproximately 36.3g watch body—
Accuracy GPS battery lifeUp to 30 hours in GPS mode under manufacturer tests—
Charging timeApproximately 2.5 hours under manufacturer test conditions—
Bluetooth and Wi-FiBluetooth 5.2; Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz—
Packing listWatch; magnetic charging cable; user manual; warranty noticeWatch × 1; Charging Cradle (including the charging cable) × 1; Quick Start Guide & Safety Information & Warranty Card × 1
Release statusAvailable. Released 2022, March 24Available. Released 2025, May 26
Card slotNoNo
CameraNoNo
3.5 mm headphone jackNoNo
USBNoNo
RadioNoNo
Network speedNoNo
Pixels per inch—347 ppi
Peak brightness—2000 nits Peak Brightness
Model numbers—SYA-B19
Additional hardware features—Pulse wave arrhythmia analysis
Charging input—5V-9V DC/2A
Operating temperature—–20°C to +45°C

Similarities

  • Both use Bluetooth 5.2.
  • Both have NFC.
  • Both are water resistant to 50 m.
  • Both take calls over Bluetooth.
  • Both have OLED displays.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

For most buyers the Huawei Watch Fit 4 is the better buy; the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active makes sense if you want longer battery life.

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