Watch 5

The Xiaomi Watch 5 marks the brand's triumphant return to Wear OS, and it's worth the wait. Launched at MWC 2026, this smartwatch runs Wear OS 6 with built-in Google Gemini support, bringing AI directly to your wrist.

The standout feature is the EMG gesture control — you can dismiss calls, silence alarms, and control notifications with simple wrist movements. It feels like something out of a sci-fi movie, but it actually works surprisingly well in practice.

Battery life is impressive for a Wear OS device. The 930mAh battery delivers up to 6 days of use, significantly better than the Galaxy Watch 8 and Apple Watch Series 10. When you do need to charge, it uses Xiaomi's magnetic clip charger.

The 1.54-inch AMOLED display is sharp and bright, protected by sapphire crystal glass. It comes in three colors: black, silver, and an eye-catching orange.

Health features include a comprehensive 60-second health report covering heart rate, blood oxygen, stress levels, and sleep metrics. It also supports GPS, NFC for payments, and Bluetooth 5.3.

At €299.99, it's a bargain compared to the Galaxy Watch 8 ($399) and Apple Watch ($399+). The only downside is it works best with Android — iOS users get a more limited experience.

If you've been waiting for a premium Wear OS smartwatch that doesn't break the bank, this is it.