Clock Xiaomi is a term that often causes confusion among beginners, some people mean classic desktop watches with the brand logo, others – Mi Watch smart watches or Mi Band fitness bracelets. In fact, we are talking about a whole line of wearable devices from Xiaomi that combine the functions of time, health monitoring and smart notifications. In this article, we will discuss what exactly lies behind the concept of Clock Xiaomi, which devices fall into this category, and how to choose them correctly for your tasks.
If you're looking for a desktop or wall clock with the Xiaomi brand, they're actually being released, but they're more of a byproduct. The company's main focus is on smartwatches and fitness trackers that sync to your smartphone through the Mi Fitness app (formerly Mi Fit). These gadgets are able to not only show time, but also track heart rate, steps, sleep, and some models even support NFC for contactless payments. Next, we'll take a detailed look at all the nuances so you know exactly what the Xiaomi Clock is and which device is right for you.
1.What is Clock Xiaomi: understand the terms
To begin with, Xiaomi’s Clock is usually understood as a company’s wearable device that is somehow associated with displaying time.
- 🕒 Smart watches (Mi Watch, Xiaomi Watch) S3) — Full-fledged smart watch with screen, app support and advanced health features.
- 🏃 Fitness bracelets (Mi Band 8, Mi Smart Band 7) – compact trackers with a focus on sports and sleep monitoring.
- ⏰ Desktop/wall clock (Xiaomi Mijia Clock) – classic clock with digital or analog dial, sometimes with backlighting or additional functions (e.g. temperature sensor).
It’s important to understand that most of the Clock Xiaomi devices are wearable electronics. Classic watches (such as the Xiaomi Mijia Wall Clock) are less common and are usually positioned as designer accessories for the smart home, rather than functional gadgets. If you’re looking for a device for sports or health, then you’re choosing the Mi Watch or Mi Band.
It’s also worth noting that some Xiaomi smartwatches are sold under the Amazfit brand (a subsidiary of Huami that works closely with Xiaomi), such as the Amazfit GTR 4 or the Amazfit Bip 5, which is the same Xiaomi watch but with a different logo. They use the same software and often have similar features.
⚠️ Note: If you see on sale "Xiaomi watch" at a suspiciously low price (for example, 500-1000 rubles), most likely, it is a fake or unoriginal product. the Official smart watch Mi Watch cost from 5-6 thousand rubles, and fitness bracelets Mi Band - from 2-3 thousand rubles.
2. Xiaomi smart watches vs fitness bracelets: key differences
Many people confuse the Mi Watch and the Mi Band, thinking that they are the same thing, but they are actually different categories of devices with different functionality.
| Characteristics | Smartwatch (Mi Watch) | Fitness bracelet (Mi Band) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen. | Large AMOLED (1.4–1.75) touch, always on (AOD) | Small AMOLED (0.7–1.1) touch, no AOD |
| Autonomy | 3-7 days (depending on the model) | 7-14 days (up to 20 days in energy saving mode) |
| Health functions | Pulse, SpO₂, ECG (in some models), stress, sleep, women's health | Pulse, SpO₂, Sleep, Stress (Basic Metrics) |
| Sport | 100+ modes, automatic recognition, GPS | 30–50 modes, GPS only in top-end models (for example, Mi Band 8 Pro) |
| Notifications | Full notifications with a response (on Android) | Only view notifications (answer is not possible) |
| Price. | From 5,000 to 15,000 rubles | From 2,000 to 6,000 rubles |
And you can see from the table that smartwatches are good for those who want the most features: independence from the phone, enhanced health monitoring, the ability to install apps (in some models), while fitness bracelets are compact and long-term autonomy due to simplified functionality, ideal for sports and basic tracking, but will not replace the smartphone.
If you are in doubt about the choice, ask yourself the question: "Do I need a large screen and maximum features, or a compact tracker for sports?" The answer to this question will determine whether you are more suitable - Mi Watch or Mi Band.
3.Popular Xiaomi Clock Models in 2026
Xiaomi’s wearables lineup is updated almost every year, and as of early 2026, the current models are:
🕒 Smart watches Mi Watch and Xiaomi Watch
- 🆕 Xiaomi Watch S3 — flagship of 2026 with AMOLED-screen 1.43" with eSIM support, NFC It has more than 150 sports modes, suitable for replacing a smartphone in everyday tasks.
🏃 Fitness bracelets Mi Band
- 🔥 Mi Band 8 is the latest version of the AMOLED-1.62 display, support NFC (in the Pro version) and more than 150 dials.
Also worth mentioning are hybrid models like the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro, which combine the features of a bracelet and a smartwatch: a large screen but a compact body. If you want a middle ground between functionality and size, look at this lineup.
When choosing a model, pay attention to compatibility with your smartphone. Most Xiaomi devices work with both Android and iOS, but on iPhone, some features (such as responding to notifications) may be limited.
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Before buying, check whether the NFC model supports contactless payments. In Russia, this feature only works in official firmware (for example, in Mi Band 8 NFC or Xiaomi Watch S3).
4. How to set up Clock Xiaomi: step-by-step instructions
After buying a smartwatch or a Xiaomi fitness bracelet, you need to tie it to a smartphone and adjust it.
- Install the app: 📱 For Android: Download Mi Fitness from Google Play. 🍎 For iOS: Download from the App Store.
- Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (via Google, Facebook or phone number).
- Add the device: Click Profile → Add the device. Select your model from the list (e.g. Mi Band 8 or Xiaomi Watch S3). Follow the on-screen instructions (usually you need to confirm pairing in the phone's Bluetooth settings).
Update the firmware
Set up notifications
- Go to the Device Profile → Notifications.
- Turn on the option to Show notifications and select apps (such as WhatsApp, Telegram).
If the problem persists, check the model’s compatibility with your version of Android/iOS on Xiaomi’s official website.
5 Health and Sports Features: What Xiaomi Watches Can Do
One of the main reasons for buying Clock Xiaomi is health monitoring and sports features.
🩺 Health monitoring
- 🫀 Pulse measurement – continuous monitoring of heart rate with high/low pulse alerts.
- 🩸 SpO₂ (oxygen saturation – an important indicator for assessing breathing and general condition.
- 💤 Sleep tracking – sleep phase analysis (deep, light, REM) improvement-program.
- 🧠 Stress level – score by heart rate and rhythm variability.
- 🩺 ECG and blood pressure – available only in top models (e.g. Xiaomi Watch) S3).
🏋️♂️ Sporting functions
- 🏃 100+ sports modes – from running and cycling to yoga and swimming.
- 📊 Automatic activity recognition – the watch itself determines that you have started a workout (for example, running or walking).
- 🗺️ GPS — built-in module for accurate route tracking (not available in all models).
- 💦 Waterproof – Most devices have 5 protections ATM (swimable).
It is important to understand that the accuracy of measurements depends on the quality of the sensors and the correct wear of the device. For example, to accurately measure the pulse, the bracelet must fit tightly to the wrist (but not clamped!).
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6. Android and iOS Compatibility: What You Need to Know
Xiaomi’s Clock devices work with both Android and iOS, but there are key differences in functionality:
| Function | Android | iOS |
|---|---|---|
| Notifications | Full support (view + reply to messages) | View only (answer impossible) |
| Calls. | You can receive/deflect calls from the clock (if you have a speaker) | Call notification only (cannot be accepted) |
| Installation of applications | Available for some models (e.g. Xiaomi Watch S3) | No support. |
| NFC-payment | It works (requires a card binding in Mi Pay) | Not supported |
| Synchronization of data | Complete (Google Fit, Strava, etc.) | Limited (Apple Health only) |
If you have an iPhone, be prepared for some features to be limited, such as not being able to respond to messages directly from your watch or using NFC for payments, but the basic features (pulse, steps, notifications) are stable.
For Android, Clock Xiaomi is fully open.
- 📞 Calls are made from the clock (if you have a microphone and speaker).
- 💬 Respond to messages with voice or quick responses.
- 🎵 Manage music on your phone (pause, next track).
- 🔄 Sync data with Google Fit, Strava and other services.
⚠️ Note: On iOS, the Mi Fitness app can drain the phone's battery faster than usual due to background synchronization. To reduce consumption, turn off unnecessary notifications in the app settings.
7. Frequent problems and their solution
Even reliable devices like Xiaomi’s Clock sometimes fail, and here are the most common problems and ways to solve them:
🔋 Fast battery discharge
- 🔌 Turn off the screen always on (AOD) — This is one of the main reasons for the discharge.
- 📵 Reduce the pulse rate (in Mi Fitness settings, select the 10-30 minute interval instead of the continuous one).
- 🔄 Update the firmware – new versions often optimize power consumption.
📶 Problems with synchronization
- 📱 Reboot your phone and watch – sometimes a banal reboot helps.
- 🔗 Reconnect the device to Mi Fitness (remove and add again).
- 🛡️ Check Permits – Apps must have access to Bluetooth, Notifications and Physical Activity.
❌ Notifications are not working
- 🔔 Enable notifications in your phone settings (for Mi Fitness and specific apps, such as WhatsApp).
- 📵 Turn off the "Do Not Disturb" mode on the clock.
- 🔄 Restart Bluetooth on your phone.