Huawei Band 10 Review: The "National Treasure" of Smartbands!

Discover the Huawei Band 10, the latest generation of Huawei's smartbands. Despite its budget-friendly price tag, this device stands out with a well-rounded set of features for health monitoring and fitness tracking.

While Huawei Band 10 may not differ significantly from its predecessor, the Band 9, it still remains the perfect smartband for users seeking a compact yet feature-packed wearable. In today’s review, Sforum will dive deep into Huawei Band 10 to explore what makes this newest member of Huawei’s lineup truly captivating!

Detailed Insights Into Huawei Band 10

Refined Design: Elevating Sophistication With Metal Frame

The design of Huawei Band 10 retains the rectangular and elongated shape with distinctive angular edges, similar to Band 9. While the aesthetic doesn’t break new ground, it ensures comfort for all-day wear and focuses on enhancing internal functionality.

A standout feature is the newly introduced aluminum bezel version, offering a sleek appearance and a secure fit, making it an ideal option for users seeking a touch of luxury. The meticulously crafted CNC cuts add elegance and elevate the overall design.

Meanwhile, the plastic variant continues the familiar approach, with no significant changes from previous iterations. The plastic model is available in two color options: black and pink. On the other hand, the aluminum frame version boasts five stylish color choices: purple, white, blue, green, and matte black.

The exciting part is that the aluminum frame variant costs only about 100,000 VND more than the plastic model. This minor price difference grants users a premium experience with a robust and visually appealing design.

Huawei Band 10 matches the compact dimensions of its predecessor, the Band 9, measuring 43.45 × 24.86 × 8.99 mm. Both versions remain incredibly lightweight, with the aluminum model weighing just 15g and the plastic version at 14g, ensuring ultimate comfort and portability.

Smartbands like Huawei Band 10 excel in providing a light and comfortable wearing experience, far surpassing smartwatches during workouts. True to its smartband essence, this device is compact, practical, and perfectly suited for health monitoring, fitness tracking, or even overnight wear for sleep tracking without causing discomfort.

After using the plastic frame version for over a week, I can confidently say that it delivers exceptional comfort. Even with continuous all-day wear, it remains barely noticeable and absolutely irritation-free.

Of course, the device is equipped with a 5 ATM water resistance rating, giving users complete peace of mind during bad weather, whether you're jogging in the rain or taking a swim without worrying about damage. 

When it comes to straps, Huawei Band 10 offers the flexibility to swap them out according to your preference. However, due to its unique proprietary clasp mechanism, finding compatible straps at regular watch stores might be a challenge. That said, you can easily order replacements on e-commerce platforms or from specialized smartwatch accessory shops.

In my experience, for individuals with smaller wrists or those who prefer a lightweight and compact smart wearable—rather than the bulk of traditional watches or smartwatches—smartbands like Huawei Band 10 are an excellent choice. This device not only fulfills health monitoring and fitness tracking needs but also delivers superb comfort for daily wear.

Vivid Display, Exceptional Outdoor Visibility

The design may not have changed significantly, and the same can be said for the display. Huawei Band 10 retains a vertically-oriented 1.47-inch screen. As a smartband, the display space is just right—not too big, yet sufficient for viewing content and performing on-screen actions with a single finger.

When it comes to display capabilities, the Huawei Band 10 features an AMOLED panel with a resolution of 194 × 368 pixels and a pixel density of 282 PPI—mirroring the specifications of its predecessor, the Band 9. Despite the similarities, the screen offers visually stunning clarity, with crisp fonts and sharp notifications and messages. 

However, the device comes with a 30Hz refresh rate, which might seem less enticing compared to the Xiaomi Mi Band 9’s 60Hz. Yet, during practical use, I found the touch responsiveness smooth and satisfactory, with no noticeable impact on overall user experience.

Moreover, Huawei Band 10 includes Always On Display (AOD) functionality, allowing users to view essential information without interacting with the screen. Its high brightness levels ensure clear visibility even under direct sunlight, delivering an impressive experience in various lighting conditions.

User-Friendly Connectivity App – Compatible With Android and iOS

The Huawei Band 10 seamlessly connects to smartphones via the Huawei Health app, which is available for both iOS and Android platforms. This app makes health monitoring and device management incredibly simple and accessible. For those who love customization, Huawei offers up to 10,000 watch face designs, giving users the freedom to personalize their smartband to their liking. 

From my experience, Huawei has done an excellent job with the app. The fonts are beautifully localized for Vietnamese, ensuring perfect grammar and spelling. The interface is intuitive and user-friendly—easy to navigate at first glance.

The Huawei Health app is divided into five main sections, offering users streamlined options to manage and monitor their health with ease. 

• Health Page: Provides a quick overview of workout history, sleep patterns, heart rate, and other vital health metrics. 
• Workout Page: The go-to hub for starting exercise routines, tracking fitness progress, and using GPS mapping. 
• Explore Page: Offers a selection of white noise categories designed to help you relax, improve sleep quality, or enhance concentration. 
• Device Page: Enables users to manage their device settings, notifications, calls, locate devices, and perform software updates. 
• Profile Page: Stores personal details, account settings, and other customization options. 

Advanced Features and Exercise Options on Huawei Band 10

The Huawei Band 10 is packed with all the essential features you’d expect from a smartband, including the ability to receive and display message content, notifications from Facebook, Instagram, Telegram, and incoming calls. Notably, it also supports flawless notifications from Zalo and other apps with clear and aesthetically pleasing fonts, fully supporting the Vietnamese language.

For Messenger messages, the device allows quick replies using simple phrases like "thank you," "hello," or "send an icon." However, one limitation is that Huawei Band 10 cannot display messages containing symbols, stickers, or emojis. While this may slightly detract from the messaging experience, the overall notification display remains excellent and highly readable.

When receiving calls, the device displays the full phone number or name. You can decline calls directly from the Band when receiving SIM calls. For calls via messaging apps, it will only notify you of incoming calls or missed calls.

Enhanced Training Features on Huawei Band 10

The Huawei Band 10 is equipped with a wide range of fitness and sports modes, catering effectively to users' health-tracking needs. However, it lacks an independent GPS module and instead relies on your phone's GPS for tracking and recording workout routes. 

I tested it during an outdoor run and found that the device efficiently captured a wealth of metrics, including slope distance, average speed, stride length, cadence, heart rate, calories burned, elevation, and movement speed. Overall, the Huawei Band 10 offers detailed tracking capabilities, making it ideal for daily fitness routines.

During swimming, the device recorded my average pace as 1:59 minutes per 100 meters. My SWOLF score was 44, highlighting efficient swimming techniques with a balance of speed and strokes. The average heart rate stood at 140 bpm—an optimal range for building cardiovascular endurance without overexertion. Additionally, it measured my breaststroke session, calculating 129 calories burned with an average heart rate of 131 bpm.

Continuing with outdoor cycling, the device recorded a distance of 1.78 km with an average speed of 16.64 km/h and a maximum speed reaching up to 29.6 km/h, burning 47 calories. This indicates moments of strong acceleration, effectively enhancing endurance. The average heart rate was 121 bpm, perfectly within the aerobic training range beneficial for cardiovascular health.

As for outdoor walking, the device measured a distance of 1.09 km with an average speed of 18.49 km/h and a cadence of 85 steps per minute. This pace suggests moderate activity, ideal for improving cardiovascular and muscular health. The average heart rate was 117 bpm, with 48 calories burned during the session.

Next, let's delve into health monitoring features. 

The health tracking capabilities of Huawei Band 10 have been upgraded from previous generations, delivering an enhanced user experience.

Huawei Band 10 offers a detailed sleep tracking system, recording a total nighttime sleep duration of 9 hours and 21 minutes with a sleep score of 84, indicating good sleep quality. Deep sleep accounted for 30%, REM for 21%, average heart rate was 66 bpm, respiratory rate was 13 breaths per minute, and HRV stood at 66 milliseconds—all within normal ranges.

However, the device detected high levels of breathing interruptions, warranting attention if signs of fatigue occur. Overall, Huawei Band 10 not only tracks basic sleep metrics but also aids in early detection of potential health issues.

The Huawei Band 10 goes beyond sleep tracking, offering vital insights into cardiovascular health and emotional well-being. With features like blood pressure monitoring, heart rate tracking, and stress level analysis, it empowers users to closely monitor their health and receive timely recommendations for improved wellness.

• Emotional Health: The average score is 61/100, with no significant levels of high stress detected. The device suggests relaxation techniques, such as abdominal breathing and meditation-style breathing exercises, to alleviate stress.
• Blood Pressure: Measured at 128/88 mmHg, indicating a slight elevation. The system logs previous measurements and alerts users if any irregular patterns arise.
• Heart Rate: Recorded at 73 bpm during measurement, with daily fluctuations ranging between 51-95 bpm. The device issues warnings for any abnormalities detected.

Powerful Battery for a Worry-Free Week

Huawei claims the Band 10 can last up to 14 days on a full charge. In practice, after a week of intensive use, the device maintained impressive battery performance. I fully charged it on Monday, and by Friday, it still retained approximately 34% battery—despite frequent use for notifications, running, and swimming activity tracking. 

However, when Always On Display is enabled continuously, the battery life significantly decreases, lasting only around 4 days before the low battery warning appears. Overall, I find the Huawei Band 10 delivers excellent battery performance, easily meeting daily usage demands without frequent recharging.

Conclusion

That wraps up my review of the Huawei Band 10. This smartband stands out with its compact design, making it an ideal alternative to smartwatches for those seeking a sleek device that effectively supports health tracking and workout routines. Its most impressive feature is the remarkable battery life, coupled with a range of practical functionalities that enable users to better manage their overall health.

The Huawei Band 10 will officially launch on April 4, priced at 890,000 VND for the plastic frame version and 990,000 VND for the metal frame version—a mere 100,000 VND difference. For just a slight upgrade cost, users can opt for the metal frame, offering a premium and durable aesthetic. Truly a choice worth considering.

What are your thoughts on the Huawei Band 10? Let me know in the comments below!

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