If you have a Xiaomi Smart Band or one of the older Mi Bands that’s still working perfectly, what might not be in such good condition is the strap. Fortunately, the straps on Xiaomi’s fitness bands are easily interchangeable, and it won’t be difficult to find replacements either in their official store or for compatible models on other platforms.
To begin, it’s worth clarifying a detail that often leads to misunderstandings: the Xiaomi Mi Band and the Xiaomi Smart Band are actually the same product line. The only difference is that models up to the 7th generation were called Mi Band, and the 8th and 9th generations were renamed Xiaomi Smart Band.
It’s a very simple task once you know what to do, but it can cause you hours of headaches when, for example, trying to find out which straps are compatible or not with your sports bracelet: errors in naming are not uncommon, even on the part of sellers, and sometimes versions 8 and 9 are referred to as Mi Band, or older versions as Xiaomi Smart Band. This isn’t important, because what counts here to determine whether the strap is compatible with your device is always its generation number.
So without further ado, here’s a selection of the best straps for your Mi Band or Xiaomi Smart Band.
Xiaomi Quick Release Strap TPU
We’re starting with one of the best-selling official straps in the Xiaomi store. This TPU strap is compatible with both the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro and the Redmi Watch 4, with wrist circumferences up to 205 mm.
The model we selected is this lemon yellow one, very easy to assemble and disassemble, and also very quick to put on and take off ,thanks to the Quick Release system.
It has over 110 reviews on the store, earning a rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, a near-perfect achievement. Users mention how elegant the strap is, how it looks great with the Smart Band, and how comfortable it is to wear.
Xiaomi Braided Strap
The official braided nylon strap from the Xiaomi store is compatible with both the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 and the Xiaomi Smart Band 9. It’s a very durable and lightweight strap, ideal for achieving a more polished look even during your toughest workouts, as braided nylon can handle it all without the slightest problem.
It offers support for a wrist circumference between 135 and 215 mm and is available in several colors, although we were won over by the sunrise orange.
It’s a product with over 80 reviews on the Xiaomi store, and it also boasts a near-perfect 4.9/5 star rating. Users rave about how well it fits the wrist and how fast Xiaomi shipped it.
Xiaomi Quick Release Strap Nylon
Again made of braided nylon, but in this case, Xiaomi presents us with a strap for the Smart Band 8 Pro and the Redmi Watch 4 .
This strap is similar to the previous one, but with a different clasp style. It features a two-tone body and a very attractive four-line pattern. It fits wrist circumferences between 140 and 200 mm and is available in purple and pink, and in two shades of olive green.
Like the TPU model, it shares its 111 reviews and 4.9/5 star rating, as the store groups them in the same category.
Pack of 12 BDIG silicone straps
We start with the models compatible with this Bdig silicone strap pack, which offers no less than 12 different models, each with its own color, so that every family member or every occasion always has the perfect strap.
These straps are compatible with the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 and Smart Band 9, not the previous models. They have an adjustable length between 139 and 220 mm, making them compatible with virtually any wrist, both large and small, and their wide range of colors ranges from more sober to fun and colorful.
They have over 670 reviews on Amazon and a 4.4/5 star rating. They’re also a bestseller, with over 200 units sold in the last month alone at the time of writing.
Pack of 20 Bangting straps
And if you’re looking for something similar to the previous article but for the Mi Band 5, 6, and 7 models, this is your best option.
This is a pack of 20 Bangting silicone bands, all in different colors and with an adjustable length between 155 and 216 mm to fit your wrist. These bands are ergonomic and breathable, preventing sweat buildup, and are very comfortable to wear, even while sleeping and exercising.
They have nearly 2,000 reviews on Amazon, earning a 4.6/5 star rating and receiving the Amazon Choice recommendation, in addition to having sold more than 100 units last month alone.
3-Pack Solo Loop Nylon Straps
And if you prefer the casualness of braided nylon, Solo Loop offers a pack of straps in both colorful and more subdued styles, with all the durability, lightness, and softness that the material provides. You also have several packs to choose from, all with different colors included.
These straps are compatible with the two latest generations of Xiaomi sports bracelets: the Smart Band 9 and the Smart Band 8. You can order them in three different sizes: S, M, and L for wrist circumferences up to 160, 170, and 180 mm.
Xisair Stainless Steel Metal Strap
Although it’s not common with sports bracelets, having a stainless steel strap will always allow us to achieve a slightly more formal or elegant look without having to part with our favorite smart band.
The choice of top of the range
Here we’ve shown so many different straps that there really isn’t a single option that’s superior to the others: the choice of one material or another will largely depend on your intended use and personal preferences, as well as the compatible models of each one.
