Xiaomi Mi Band vs. Fitbit Flex Fitness Band Price And Specifications Comparison [WATCH VIDEOS]

Lei Jun, Xiaomi founder and CEO, speaks at a launch ceremony for the Xiaomi Phone 4 in Beijing in 2014. Reuters/Jason Lee

The Xiaomi Mi Band and the Fitbit Flex Fitness Band are two wearable fitness trackers that have similar features including sleep tracker. Read on for the Xiaomi Mi Band vs. Fitbit Flex Fitness Band price and specifications, or "specs"comparison.

According to the Xiaomi Facebook page, below is a list of the Xiaomi Mi Band specifications and its price.

The Xiaomi Mi Band Specifications:
- Fitness level monitor and sleeping quality tracker

- Sleep-cycle smart alarm

- 30-day standby power

- Water resistant (IP67)

- Can be used to unlock your Mi phone without a password (Bluetooth 4.0 enabled)

- Various stylish band options (including wrap-around and leather bands)

The Xiaomi Mi Band (Length: 157-205 mm, Net Weight: 13 g) also has LED light, 41mAh lithium-ion battery and a USB cable included with it.

The Xiaomi Mi Band Price:

Approx. $13

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On the other hand, below are the Fitbit Flex Fitness Band specifications, which are from the official Fitbit website.

The Fitbit Flex Fitness Band Specifications:

- Colorful wristbands including tangerine, navy, teal and violet

- Five white LED indicator lights

- Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity

- Syncing Flex for wireless sync to mobile

- Lithium-polymer battery

- 5 days battery life

- Bluetooth 4.0

- MEMS 3-axis accelerometer (measures motion patterns to determine distance traveled, calories burned, steps takencand sleep quality)

Sizes:

SMALL:	5.5 - 6.9 inches (140 - 176 mm)
LARGE:	6.3 - 8.2 inches (161 - 209 mm)
WIDTH:	0.6 inches (13.99 mm)

The Fitbit Flex Fitness Band also includes a charging cable, wireless sync dongle, access to free mobile apps for Android and iPhone and a free Fitbit.com membership including ability to log and track activity, sleep, water, body mass, weight, food and more.

Click HERE to view the rest of the Fitbit Flex Fitness Band specifications.

The Fitbit Flex Fitness Band Price:

$99.95 USD (source: Fitbit)

Xiaomi Mi Band vs. Fitbit Flex Fitness Band:

Battery

The Xiaomi Mi Band's battery is a 41mAh lithium-ion with 30-day standby power, while the Fitbit Flex Fitness Band has a Lithium-polymer battery with only 5 days of battery life. This means that the Xiaomi Mi Band's battery lasts longer than the Fitbit Flex Fitness Band's battery. This round goes to the Xiaomi Mi Band.

Price

The Xiaomi Mi Band is priced at approximately $13. The Fitbit Flex Fitness Band costs $99.95 USD. The Xiaomi Mi Band is much more affordable compared to the Fitbit Flex Fitness Band.

Connectivity

Both fitness bands use Bluetooth 4.0.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi Band beats the Fitbit Flex Fitness Band because it has a lot of handy features that keep track of fitness and sleep at such an affordable price. It is also water resistant. Plus, its battery lasts much longer and offers more stylish options including leather and wrap around bands than just various color options.

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