What to Connect to Xiaomi Wear: A Complete Guide to Compatible Devices (2026)

Xiaomi Wear has long since ceased to be just a set of fitness bracelets — today it is a full-fledged platform for integration with dozens of smart devices. But many users use their Mi Band, Xiaomi Watch or Smart Band Pro only for pedometers and notifications, without even realizing the hidden potential. In fact, these gadgets can connect everything from wireless headphones to smart home systems, turning them into a central remote control of your digital life.

In this article, we will not only list compatible devices, but also explain how to connect them, what functions become available after synchronization, and where to look for hidden settings. For example, did you know that the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro can control the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum directly from the watch screen? Or that the Mi Band 8 can unlock the Xiaomi Book laptop without entering a password? We have collected all the relevant information for 2026 – including the latest models and rarely documented chips.

Prepare to be surprised: even if you consider yourself an advanced user, you will find at least one of the most important things to do here. 3-4 And for beginners, we've developed step-by-step picture instructions (see spoilers in the relevant sections) and checklists for quick customization.

1. Smartphones: which models are compatible and how to connect

The main device for syncing with Xiaomi Wear is a smartphone, but not everyone knows that full functionality is only available on devices with a smartphone. MIUI On Android of other brands, some of the functions may be limited, and on the iPhone and completely blocked some features (for example, quick unlock or pay in hours).

Officially supported:

• 📱 All smartphones Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO on MIUI 12+ or hyperos
• 🤖 Android 8.0 and newer (with restrictions on the-Xiaomi device)
• 🍎 iPhone with iOS 12+ (only basic functions: notifications, pedometer)

To connect a wristband or watch to a smartphone:

1. Download the Mi Fitness app (for older models) or Xiaomi Wear (for newer ones) from the App Store/Google Play.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Mi Account.
3. Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone and start searching for devices in the app.
4. Select your model from the list and confirm pairing on both devices.

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If your smartphone doesn’t see the bracelet, try turning off the power saving for the Xiaomi Wear app in the battery settings.

On Xiaomi smartphones, exclusive functions become available after connecting:

• 🔓 Unlock the screen without entering a password (setting up in Settings) → Password and security → Unlocking the Mi Band)
• 📸 Remote camera shutter (works even with the system camera)
• 📍 Search for the phone by double pressing the bracelet

2.Wireless headphones: control music from the wrist

One of the most underrated features of Xiaomi Wear is controlling music playback from the watch or bracelet screen, which works not only with Xiaomi headphones, but with most other brands' Bluetooth headsets, and the main thing is to set up the connection correctly.

List of compatible headphones (checked for 2026):

To connect:

1. Connect the headphones to your smartphone through standard Bluetooth settings.
2. Open the Xiaomi Wear app and go to Devices → Music.
3. Choose your headphones from the list of available ones.
4. Set up gestures on the bracelet/clock (e.g. double-pressing for pause).

Important nuance: on models of Mi Band 7/8 Xiaomi Watch S3 Music management works only when you are actively connected to the Xiaomi Wear app. If you close the app on your phone, the functions will become unavailable.

3. Smart home: device management from the clock

Here, Xiaomi Wear is revealed in all its glory. Through integration with the Mi Home (now Xiaomi Home), your watch or bracelet can control more than 50 types of smart devices, from light bulbs to robot vacuum cleaners. And you don’t need to have a full Xiaomi ecosystem: many third-party devices (such as Aqara or Yeelight) are also supported.

What can be controlled from the wrist:

• 💡 Smart lamps: on/off, changing brightness and color (for RGB-model)
• 🧹 Robot vacuum cleaners: start cleaning, return to base, mode choice
• 🔌 Sockets and switches: remote control of household appliances
• 🌡️ Thermostats and air conditioners: temperature regulation
• 🚪 Sensors and locks: checking the status of doors / windows, opening smart locks

How to set up:

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For example, to manage Xiaomi Robot Vacuum:

1. Add the vacuum cleaner to the Xiaomi Home app.
2. In Xiaomi Wear go to the Profile → Smart home.
3. Select a vacuum cleaner from the list of devices.
4. Set up the widget on the watch’s home screen for quick access.

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To manage a smart home through Xiaomi Wear, both devices (watches and smart gadgets) must be tied to the same Mi Account.

Laptops and PCs: Unlocking and Notifications

Few people know, but Xiaomi Wear can interact not only with smartphones, but also with computers. On Xiaomi Book laptops, automatic unlocking is available to approach the bracelet (similar to smartphones), and on smartphones. Windows/Pop!_OS You can configure the display of notifications from the PC directly on the screen of the clock.

Compatible devices:

• 💻 Xiaomi Book Pro (all models)
• 🖥️ Any Windows PCs 10/11 and the Mi appendix PC Suite
• 🐧 Linux distributions with Bluetooth 4.0 support+ (manual adjustment is required)

To set up the unlock on Xiaomi Book:

1. Make sure that the latest version is installed on the laptop. MIUI for PC.
2. Go to Settings. → Accounts → Entry parameters.
3. Turn on the Unlock Mi Band option and follow the instructions on the screen.
4. Bring the bracelet to the laptop for pairing.

To receive notifications from PC on the clock (Windows):

1. Download Mi PC Suite from the official Xiaomi website.
2. Connect the watch to your PC via Bluetooth.
3. In the program settings, select the types of notifications to display (for example, messages from Telegram or Outlook).

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On Linux, you can use bluez and Python scripts to integrate with Xiaomi Wear, and you can find instructions on GitHub in mi-band-linux repositories.

5. Physical accessories: covers, straps and charging docks

In addition to digital devices, Xiaomi Wear can also include physical accessories that enhance functionality or improve ergonomics, such as wireless charging docks for models with support for Qi or specialized straps with sensors for athletes.

Popular accessories:

• 🔋 Wireless charging stations (e.g., Xiaomi Wireless Charging Pad for Xiaomi Watch) S3)
• 🏃 Sports straps with built-in heart rate sensors (compatible with Mi Band 8 Pro)
• 💍 Security windows and screen cases (for example, for Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro)
• 🔗 Bicycle/Steering (turns a clock into a bicycle computer)

When choosing accessories, pay attention to:

• 📏 Size of mounting (for example, the straps for the Mi Band 7 will not fit the Mi Band 8 due to a modified mechanism)
• ⚡ Charging power (for wireless docks - at least 5W steady-work)
• 🛡️ Certification (original accessories are marked Mijia)

6. Transport and navigation: bicycles, electric scooters and cars

For active users, Xiaomi Wear offers integration with vehicles. for example, the Xiaomi Watch S3 They can display speed and route when connected to the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro, and the Mi Band 8 can record cycling training with data on the power and power (when connecting external sensors).

Compatible transport devices:

To connect Xiaomi Electric Scooter:

1. Install the Xiaomi Home app and add a scooter to the list of devices.
2. Turn on Bluetooth on the scooter (power button is held for 3 seconds).
3. In Xiaomi Wear, go to Transportation → Add the device.
4. Select a scooter from the list and confirm the pairing.

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For cyclists: connect to Xiaomi Watch sensor cadenia ANT+ (For example, Coospo H6). The data will be displayed in real time during the training.

7. Gaming devices and entertainment

Yes, Xiaomi Wear can even be used for gaming! For example, the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro supports connection to the Xiaomi Game Controller for mobile game management, and the Mi Band 8 can display notifications of achievements on Steam (via special plugins).

Opportunities for gamers:

• 🎮 Game management: use of watches as an additional controller (e.g. for racing)
• 🏆 Activity tracking: sync with Steam or Epic Games for motivational purposes
• 🎧 Sound control: Volume control in games through gestures on the bracelet

To connect to the Xiaomi Game Controller:

1. Connect the gamepad with your smartphone via Bluetooth.
2. In the game settings, select Xiaomi Game Controller as the input device.
3. In Xiaomi Wear, activate the Game Controller mode in the Connected Devices section.

To display notifications from Steam:

1. Install the Steam Mobile Authenticator on your PC.
2. In the utility settings, add Xiaomi Wear as a notification device.
3. Set up a notification filter to only receive important messages (such as trading in the market).

8. Medical devices: blood pressure monitors, glucometers and pulse oximeters

One of the most useful but little-known features is integration with medical gadgets. Xiaomi Wear can collect data from blood pressure meters, glucose meters and even inhalers, creating a unified health history in the Mi Health app. This is especially true for people with chronic diseases.

Compatible medical devices:

• ⚕️ Xiaomi Mi Blood Pressure Monitor, Omron (via Mi Health)
• 🩸 Glucometers: Sinocare Safe-Accu (Bluetooth synchronization)
• 🫁 Pulse oximeters: Xiaomi Oxysmart (measurement of saturation)
• 💊 Inhalers: Xiaomi Smart Inhaler (control of medications)

To connect tonometer Xiaomi Mi Blood Pressure Monitor:

1. Install the Mi Health app.
2. Add the tonometer to the list of devices through the Profile → Add the device → Medical.
3. Take the first measurement – the data is automatically synchronized with Xiaomi Wear.
4. Include notifications of critical indicators in your health settings.

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For accurate health tracking, all medical devices must be linked to a single Mi Account.

Important: Medical devices require regular calibration, for example, Xiaomi tonometer should be checked with mechanical once every 3 months (in the instructions).

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting devices to Xiaomi Wear