Google's new Fitbit Air has been generating buzz, but a rival wearable from Huawei offers far more features for a fraction of the price. The Huawei Band 10 is now available at Argos for just £27.99, down from £34.99, making it significantly cheaper than the Fitbit Air's £84.99 price tag.
Display and Battery Life
Unlike the screenless Fitbit Air, the Huawei Band 10 boasts a sharp OLED display that can show smartphone notifications directly on your wrist. It also offers an impressive 14 days of battery life, double that of the Fitbit. Charging takes just 45 minutes for a full recharge.
Design and Comfort
With an 8.9mm-thin aluminium case weighing only 15g, the Band 10 is lighter than many rivals. For comparison, a 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 weighs around 30g. This makes it comfortable for all-day wear, including during sleep tracking.
Fitness and Health Tracking
The watch is water-resistant to 50 metres (5ATM), so you can track swimming workouts. It monitors heart rate, blood oxygen levels, step count, distance, and menstrual cycles. It also detects potential arrhythmia indicators, similar to higher-end Samsung and Apple watches. With over 100 sports modes, you can log specific activities in the Huawei Health app without any subscription fees.
Smart Features
Stress management alerts help when you feel overwhelmed. A variety of watch faces take advantage of the vibrant OLED screen. Sleep tracking uses movement and continuous heart rate monitoring, with bedtime reminders and guided meditations available in the app.
Limitations
The Band 10 lacks built-in GPS, requiring you to carry your phone for location tracking. It also does not include blood pressure monitoring, a feature found on Huawei's premium D2 model. Some users find the screen difficult to read and navigation less intuitive.
Shopper Reviews
One Argos customer said: "Bought a few days ago and for the price, the quality and build seem to be very good. It charged quickly and feels comfortable to wear - in fact it's so light to wear it's hardly noticeable." Another added: "This Huawei smart watch is fantastic, so many workout options, great tracking device for sleep and workouts. Helpful for keeping track of heart rate and stress/well-being levels."
However, some were disappointed by the lack of blood pressure tracking. One shopper noted: "I bought this as a replacement for a cheaper smart watch. Disappointed.. doesn't keep a track of your BP, it only reminds you to do it. Figures on the face are difficult to read and difficult to go from one function to another."
Overall, the Huawei Band 10 offers exceptional value for those seeking a feature-packed fitness tracker on a budget.
