Does the Xiaomi Mi Band 6 work with Mi Band 5 bands?
The Xiaomi Mi Band 6 is finally here and builds on the successful formula of the previous version. While it looks similar to the Mi Band 5, the new edition offers a handful of improvements.
The Mi Band 6 has a larger 1.56-inch screen to start with. This is 50% larger than the 1.1-inch display of the Mi Band 5. Tempered glass and an anti-fingerprint coating also protect the band better against everyday wear and tear. This time there is also an SpO2 sensor and 30 sports tracking profiles.
However, an important question remains for those upgrading from Mi Band 5. Will the Xiaomi Mi Band 6 work with Mi Band 5 bands?
Will the Xiaomi Mi Band 6 work with Mi Band 5 bands?
The answer is a resounding yes. While the Mi Band 5 is not compatible with Xiaomi Mi Band 4 bands, Xiaomi has fixed this with the latest iteration. Although the Mi Band 6 has a larger display, the actual height of the tracker is similar to that of the Mi Band 5. This means you can use your older bands with your new wearable. If you want to keep using your Mi Band 5, you can also purchase new Mi Band 6 bands for your tracker.
The Mi Band 6 is available in a variety of colors including black, orange, yellow, olive, ivory, and blue. The Mi Band 5 adds pink, purple, green and gray to the official list. However, there are a number of other bands on Amazon.
