Xiaomi has quietly rolled its newest fitness band into Europe, and the price tag tells a story. The Xiaomi Smart Band 11 went on sale on October 26 and 27 through Xiaomi’s regional online stores, led by Xiaomi Spain, with a brighter screen, an optional NFC version and a price that is noticeably higher than last year’s model.
Budget bands used to be the one corner of wearables where prices only went down. This launch breaks that pattern a little. Here is what you get, what it costs, and whether the extra money makes sense.
Quick take
The Smart Band 11 costs €59.99, or €79.99 with NFC for contactless payments. It has a 1.72-inch AMOLED screen that peaks at 2,000 nits, a 233 mAh battery rated for up to 21 days of light use, and 5ATM water resistance. Real-world battery life will be closer to 10 days.
Xiaomi Smart Band 11 at a Glance
| Spec | Smart Band 11 |
|---|---|
| European sales start | October 26 to 27, 2026 |
| Price | €59.99 standard, €79.99 with NFC |
| Display | 1.72-inch AMOLED, 212 x 520 pixels, 60Hz, up to 2,000 nits |
| Battery | 233 mAh, up to 21 days in light use |
| Water resistance | 5ATM |
| Size and weight | About 9.99 mm thick, about 15.6 g (16 g for NFC), without strap |
| Health tracking | Heart rate, blood oxygen, stress, sleep stages |
| Sports modes | 150+ |
| Software | HyperOS-based, works with Android and iPhone |
Compiled from Notebookcheck, Gadget Review, Android Authority and other launch coverage. Xiaomi has not published every figure for the European models, so treat battery numbers as manufacturer claims.
A Brighter Screen and a Higher Price
The headline upgrade is the display. Xiaomi quotes a peak brightness of 2,000 nits on the 1.72-inch AMOLED panel, which is the kind of number you normally see on flagship phones. On a band that gets worn outdoors all day, that matters. Reading your pace in direct sunlight on a run is exactly where cheap trackers usually struggle.
The body is slim at roughly 10 mm and light at around 16 grams, so it should stay comfortable overnight for sleep tracking. Xiaomi also advertises a white ceramic edition on its Spanish product page, but it is not on sale in Europe yet and has no price or date.
Now the awkward part. The Smart Band 10 launched in Europe at €49.99. The standard Smart Band 11 starts at €59.99, which is a 20 percent increase, and the NFC version costs €30 more than last year’s entry price.
Battery Life: 21 Days on Paper, About 10 in Real Life
Xiaomi rates the 233 mAh cell at up to 21 days, but that figure assumes light use. Gadget Review puts typical use at around 10 days and the always-on display at roughly 6 days. Android Authority points out that the 21-day claim has not been tested independently. The NFC variant is rated a little lower, at 18 days of light use.
What It Tracks
The sensor list covers the basics well: continuous heart rate, blood oxygen, daily stress and sleep stages, plus more than 150 sports modes. A 5ATM rating means pool swimming is fine, though Xiaomi does not extend that promise to every water activity, so skip the hot tub and the dive.
The band works with both Android and iPhone, which is useful if you want a cheap tracker without switching ecosystems. If you are comparing it to other low-cost options, our guide to the best budget smartwatch in 2026 shows where cheap wearables are strongest and where they cut corners.
The NFC Question
The €79.99 model adds contactless payments right from your wrist. That is handy, but there is a catch. Xiaomi has not clearly said which payment services and banks are supported in each European country, and availability usually depends on both. Before paying the extra €20, check that your bank works with Xiaomi’s payment setup in your market.
How It Fits the Wider Market
Cheap trackers are getting more capable at the same time as premium brands push screenless and subscription-led designs. Google just filled the gap between its screenless band and the Pixel Watch with the Fitbit Edge, which we broke down in our look at the Fitbit Edge launch. At around $180 it sits in a very different price tier, but it targets the same buyer who wants a slim band with a real screen.
On the other end of the range, Garmin’s screenless approach is covered in our Garmin Cirqa review roundup. Xiaomi is going the opposite way: bright screen, no subscription, low price.
What it does well
- ✓ Very bright 2,000-nit AMOLED screen
- ✓ Slim, light body for sleep tracking
- ✓ 5ATM water resistance
- ✓ Works with Android and iPhone
- ✓ Optional NFC payments
Where it falls short
- ✕ 20 percent price increase over Band 10
- ~ 21-day battery claim is for light use
- ~ NFC support not fully detailed
- ~ Ceramic edition not on sale in Europe
- ~ No independent accuracy tests yet
Who Should Buy It?
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Xiaomi Smart Band 11 cost in Europe?
The standard model costs €59.99 and the NFC version costs €79.99. It is sold through Xiaomi’s regional online stores, starting with Xiaomi Spain.
How long does the battery last?
Xiaomi claims up to 21 days in light use. Reviewers put typical use at around 10 days, and about 6 days with the always-on display enabled.
Is the Smart Band 11 waterproof?
It has a 5ATM rating, which covers swimming in a pool. It is not designed for diving or hot water.
Does it work with iPhone?
Yes. Launch coverage says it works with both Android phones and iPhones.
Is the ceramic edition available?
Not yet. It appears on Xiaomi’s Spanish product page, but it is not on sale and has no announced price.
Final Verdict
The Bottom Line
The Smart Band 11 is a solid, bright and light tracker, but it is no longer the bargain its predecessor was. At €59.99 it is still cheap by smartwatch standards, and the NFC option is a nice extra if your bank plays along. If you own a Smart Band 10, there is little reason to upgrade. If you are buying your first band, it is an easy recommendation once independent reviews confirm the battery and sensor claims.
Featured image: Pexels. Illustrative stock photo, not the Xiaomi Smart Band 11.
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