Xiaomi Launches Three Affordable Wearables in Malaysia

Xiaomi Launches Three Affordable Wearables in Malaysia

Xiaomi has officially launched a new wave of wearable accessories in Malaysia, coinciding with the release of the REDMI Note 17 series. The lineup includes the REDMI Watch 6 Active, the REDMI Watch 6 Lite, and the Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active. These devices are designed to offer accessible fitness tracking and smartwatch features at budget-friendly price points, solving the problem of high-cost wearable entry points for consumers seeking health monitoring and connectivity on a budget. The company is also including the previously launched REDMI Headphones Neo in this lineup, with a new Mist Blue colourway as its only update.

According to the official press release and spec sheets, the devices are available immediately through Xiaomi’s official website and its stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

Key Facts

REDMI Watch 6 Active

The REDMI Watch 6 Active is a budget smartwatch featuring a 1.85-inch AMOLED display with a peak brightness of 1,200 nits, a plastic frame, and IP68 dust and water resistance. It is designed for users who want a large, bright screen and essential fitness tracking without a premium price tag.

The watch’s display uses 2.5D curved glass, which contrasts with its flat frame design. The plastic frame weighs 26g and measures 9.7mm. According to the official spec sheet, the wearable is powered by a 470mAh battery. Xiaomi claims this battery can last up to 18 days with light use.

Health tracking features include all-day heart rate, blood oxygen, and sleep monitoring. The device also offers 140 sports modes, including running, cycling, and ball sports.

Xiaomi’s marketing materials for the device state it is rated for IP68 dust and water resistance, indicating it can withstand dust ingress and immersion in water up to a certain depth. The REDMI Watch 6 Active retails for RM229, with a limited-time promotional price of RM159 in Malaysia.

REDMI Watch 6 Lite

The REDMI Watch 6 Lite is a wearable marketed for outdoor use, featuring a larger 1.96-inch AMOLED display with 1,500 nits peak brightness and built-in five-system GNSS positioning for route tracking without a smartphone. It is aimed at users who need robust navigation and swimming tracking capabilities.

Despite the “Lite” name, this model has a larger screen than the Watch 6 Active. The body is marginally larger and heavier to accommodate the bigger display, measuring 9.9mm in thickness and weighing 27.8g. The official spec sheet lists a 470mAh battery, with Xiaomi claiming up to 18 days of use under light conditions.

The watch includes the same array of workout modes as the Watch 6 Active but has a greater emphasis on swimming. It features a 9-axis sensor for more accurate tracking and a 5ATM water resistance rating. The built-in five-system GNSS positioning allows users to track their routes even without carrying a smartphone. The REDMI Watch 6 Lite is priced at RM299, and the promotional price is RM249 in Malaysia.

Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active

The Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active is a budget fitness band with a 1.47-inch, 60Hz screen housed in a compact 43.5 x 25.8 x 10.2 mm case, offering a 300mAh battery and 5ATM water resistance. It targets users seeking a compact, long-lasting wearable for basic activity and calorie tracking.

Xiaomi claims the 300mAh battery can last up to 21 days with light use. The device includes a standard array of health tracking features. For activity tracking, it offers 50 built-in sports modes, which is fewer than the Watch 6 series. However, it can track the number of calories burnt and workout duration. The Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active has a retail price of RM199, with a promotional price of RM119.

How It Compares

Within this new lineup, the devices are positioned at distinct price points with corresponding feature sets. The Smart Band 11 Active is the entry-level option at RM199 (promo RM119), offering 50 sports modes and a 21-day battery life. The REDMI Watch 6 Active at RM229 (promo RM159) provides a larger AMOLED screen, 140 sports modes, and IP68 rating. The REDMI Watch 6 Lite at RM299 (promo RM249) is the premium option, adding GNSS positioning, a 9-axis sensor, and 5ATM water resistance.

Price and Availability

All three wearables are available in Malaysia. The REDMI Watch 6 Active, REDMI Watch 6 Lite, and Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active have retail prices of RM229, RM299, and RM199, respectively. Xiaomi is offering exclusive limited-time promotional prices, dropping them to RM159, RM249, and RM119. The devices can be purchased at Xiaomi’s official website, as well as its official stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

"The REDMI Watch 6 Active, REDMI Watch 6 Lite, and Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active have retail prices of RM229, RM299, and RM199, respectively."

— Xiaomi Press Release via Lowyat.NET

Across all three devices, the promotional pricing represents a significant discount, with the Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active available for as low as RM119.

Who Is This For?

These wearables are ideal for budget-conscious consumers in Malaysia who want fitness tracking and smartwatch features without premium costs. It is also for brand-loyal Xiaomi ecosystem users. The Smart Band 11 Active suits basic activity tracking and long battery life. The Watch 6 Active is for those seeking a large, bright display and extensive sports modes. The Watch 6 Lite is for outdoor enthusiasts who need GPS route tracking and enhanced swimming analytics. However, for users prioritizing advanced health metrics like ECG or third-party app support, this lineup may not be suitable, as these features are not mentioned in the source material.

Common Questions

How long does the promotional price last for Xiaomi's new wearables?

Xiaomi has not specified an end date for the promotional pricing in the official press release. The source material states that the discounted prices are "for a limited time," but the exact duration is unknown.

What is the difference between the REDMI Watch 6 Active and Watch 6 Lite?

The main differences are the display size, brightness, and outdoor features. The Watch 6 Lite has a larger 1.96-inch, 1,500-nit display, 5ATM water resistance, a 9-axis sensor, and built-in five-system GNSS positioning for route tracking without a smartphone. The Watch 6 Active has a smaller 1.85-inch, 1,200-nit display and IP68 rating.

Which of the three new Xiaomi devices has the longest battery life?

The Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active has the longest claimed battery life at up to 21 days with light use. Both the REDMI Watch 6 Active and the REDMI Watch 6 Lite are claimed to last up to 18 days on a single charge, according to the spec sheets.

Sources and Methodology

This article is based on information derived from a single primary source: the Xiaomi press release and official product spec sheets, as reported by Lowyat.NET. Specific data points were sourced from the official spec sheets for the REDMI Watch 6 Active, REDMI Watch 6 Lite, and Xiaomi Smart Band 11 Active, linked in the original report. No external data has been added, and all facts, figures, and quotes are verbatim from the source material. No currency conversion was applied; all prices are in Malaysian Ringgit (MYR).

This article was last updated on April 9, 2026.