Any good knockoff Sports Bands out there?

[Crazy Baker]

you've had it a few days? it looks like it's worn quite quickly on the inside. the material also looks like it might not be so great - it seems to be a dust magnet to me. or is it just your pics?

I think it's just my pics. I took those on the go outside of a drive thru right after a workout. In person I'm not seeing any dust or lint issues. And I just checked the inside of the band and don't show my wear. I think what you're seeing in the pics is a combination of bright sun and not yet being wiped off after a workout. I'm personally happy with it. When I ordered it I had my doubts but for $15 I was willing to take the risk.

 

[Skorpio]

I think it's just my pics. I took those on the go outside of a drive thru right after a workout. In person I'm not seeing any dust or lint issues. And I just checked the inside of the band and don't show my wear. I think what you're seeing in the pics is a combination of bright sun and not yet being wiped off after a workout. I'm personally happy with it. When I ordered it I had my doubts but for $15 I was willing to take the risk.

Do you have a link to which seller you bought it from?

 

[AlliFlowers]

i was about to pre-order a couple (blue and orange) on amazon uk, then i noticed the shipping time has slipped from 30th july to 14th august i'll have left the UK by then to come back to china. i'll have to wait til they're available out here, whenever that is.

Disappointing for us both.

 

[nicho]

Disappointing for us both.

even more disappointing, another day gone by and there's now no date at all. i don't want a knockoff copy of the sports band (i'd rather just get the real thing, myself), but something different and interesting like that i'd be all over.

 

[luckyblue]

I ended up getting this band from Amazon. It exceeded my expectations. I had returned the black apple sports band a few weeks ago because it was discoloring. I'm happy to say that this band for under $10 is the exact same thing as the apple one, the only difference is that it's a little thinner, but not in a way that seems like it's of lesser quality. In fact I like it that way because it's more comfortable. The material feels exactly as soft as apples version. The connection to the watch is very solid (a little tight) but it feels secure. That's important to me because I go kayaking, paddle boarding, and swimming with my watch. My thought was to get this as a band to use when I'm working out in the yard or swimming because it was so affordable, but I'm going to buy more of the other colors because I like it so much. It seems like it's durable but I'll keep everyone up to date if It starts discoloring or anything.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P0B3Q3C?redirect=true&ref_=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_0

 

[djransom]

Thanks for the link. I just ordered a red one.

 

[Jvjlite]

Just ordered this one yesterday. I haven't seen this company before on Amazon. I like the gray one.
http://www.amazon.com/Apple-Replacement-Rubberized-Silicone-42mm-White-S/dp/B010ISP0IU

 

[h4mmar]

I ended up getting this band from Amazon. It exceeded my expectations. I had returned the black apple sports band a few weeks ago because it was discoloring. I'm happy to say that this band for under $10 is the exact same thing as the apple one, the only difference is that it's a little thinner, but not in a way that seems like it's of lesser quality. In fact I like it that way because it's more comfortable. The material feels exactly as soft as apples version. The connection to the watch is very solid (a little tight) but it feels secure. That's important to me because I go kayaking, paddle boarding, and swimming with my watch. My thought was to get this as a band to use when I'm working out in the yard or swimming because it was so affordable, but I'm going to buy more of the other colors because I like it so much. It seems like it's durable but I'll keep everyone up to date if It starts discoloring or anything.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P0B3Q3C?redirect=true&ref_=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_0

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Hey I'm still looking for a good 3-party sport band, u had yours a while now, is it still ok? Anyone else tried other bands ?

 

[Jvjlite]

This one had good reviews today on watchaware.com. $10 on Amazon shipped to your door. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P0B3P8I?tag=appa08-20

 

[AlliFlowers]

This one had good reviews today on watchaware.com. $10 on Amazon shipped to your door. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P0B3P8I?tag=appa08-20

The only problem with those is that they're the same drab colors Apple offers.

 

[h4mmar]

This one had good reviews today on watchaware.com. $10 on Amazon shipped to your door. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P0B3P8I?tag=appa08-20

i got a Green one, I want a red to but the store just have Pink

 

[luckyblue]

I liked the black one so much that I went ahead and ordered a white one. Just like the black, I'm happy with the quality and the feel. Can't get better for this price!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...20&redirect=true&ref_=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_0

 

[doboy]

I liked the black one so much that I went ahead and ordered a white one. Just like the black, I'm happy with the quality and the feel. Can't get better for this price!

You sure you're not the seller
Based on your review I went ahead and ordered the black one since I returned my Apple black band because it started peeling after 3 days. Hopefully this one doesn't have the peeling issue.

 

[Bobioden]

I liked the black one so much that I went ahead and ordered a white one. Just like the black, I'm happy with the quality and the feel. Can't get better for this price!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...20&redirect=true&ref_=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_0

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I just ordered this one in white. Pics looks great. I got a white from an eBay seller, but it only came with the S/M band and didn't fit my wrist. This was cheaper, and has both size bands.

 

[fishmd]

I liked the black one so much that I went ahead and ordered a white one. Just like the black, I'm happy with the quality and the feel. Can't get better for this price!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...20&redirect=true&ref_=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_0

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Nice. I should be getting mine shipped out tomorrow from them. Also got the white one. Hoping it is good. Looks like the fitment on yours is spot on which is great. That is one thing that all these 3rd party manufacturers have to get right is the width of these bands. As long as it is right and fits onto the Apple watch right without leaving gaps or whatever, it is good.

 

[Jigga]

I liked the black one so much that I went ahead and ordered a white one. Just like the black, I'm happy with the quality and the feel. Can't get better for this price!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...20&redirect=true&ref_=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_0

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Looks great, like the other here I ordered the white too. How long did it take to receive it?

 

[techno-Zen]

Yeah, those Moko bands are awesome, ordered Black, Green and Blue. Hope they make other colors soon

 

[Jigga]

Yeah, those Moko bands are awesome, ordered Black, Green and Blue. Hope they make other colors soon

Did you receive the blue one yet? If so, how's the color compared to the OEM?

 

[techno-Zen]

Not yet, but I compared the Green to OEM at the Apple store and it was a perfect match

 

[Advil]

if the blue one is identical to the OEM i'll be so happy

 

[iBlazed]

Ordered from lnkoo888 on ebay. Couldn't be happier with the quality. The edges are perfectly flush with the case. Now I'm debating between a Milanese replica from him or a Stone leather loop.

 

[luckyblue]

Looks great, like the other here I ordered the white too. How long did it take to receive it?

I'm not completely sure because I was out on a business trip when it arrived. It came faster than I expected though.

 

[Phisherman81]

I have pink, green, blue and white being shipped to my home this week for my 42mm SGS. I'll upload pics when they arrive.

3 are coming from Arizona and the white strap originated in Jacksonville, FL. weird...

 

[doboy]

I have pink, green, blue and white being shipped to my home this week for my 42mm SGS. I'll upload pics when they arrive.

3 are coming from Arizona and the white strap originated in Jacksonville, FL. weird...

My black one is coming from FL to CA. Hopefully it's not melted by the time it gets here

 

[doboy]

Got the 42mm black band yesterday and I'm pretty happy with the purchase. Mine was shipped from FL to CA via 3 day UPS. By my estimation the band is about 30-40% thinner than the original Apple band, which actually makes it more comfortable to wear. The fit on my wrist seems to be comparable to the Apple's version.

I initially had the black Apple band, but quickly returned it due to the finish (coating) peeling off so purchased this third party band hoping not to have the same issue. The downside is that this MoKo band attracts a lot of lint (very noticeable on the black band) compare to Apple's, likely due to lack of the extra coating. Also this MoKo band is slightly wider than my watch so I have an extra millimeter or so sticking out at all four corners (evenly). Overall for the price this product is worth it.

Update: Well I spoke too soon. After taking off the band and trying to remount the bands, one of them developed a problem with the pin and won't stay put. I can slide it off to one side without pushing on the band release (see pic).

Update 2: After contacting the seller and leaving a somewhat negative review on Amazon, I was contacted immediately by the seller and they are sending a replacement. Their customer service seems prompt, which is very encouraging.

Update 3: My replacement arrived in 2 days via USPS. I gotta say I'm very impressed with this company's responsiveness to my problem. I wish all companies can be so good with their customer service for a $5 item. The replacement is in perfect condition. Although quality may be slightly less than Apple's band, price definitely makes up for it. I just wish they would release some more colors and will definitely pick up more in the near future.