Where to look for a pedometer in Xiaomi phones and bracelets: the full guide 2026

Stepmer in the Xiaomi ecosystem: where to look for it and how to use it

The step counter is one of the most popular features in Xiaomi devices, but not everyone knows where to find it. Depending on the model (smartphone, fitness bracelet or smart watch), the location and settings of the pedometer can be radically different. Moreover, in recent versions of MIUI, the interface of the Mi Fitness application has undergone changes, which caused confusion even among experienced owners of the brand’s gadgets.

In this article, we will discuss all possible options: from the built-in pedometer in Redmi and POCO smartphones to synchronizing data with the Mi Band 7/8 and Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro. Particular attention will be paid to hidden settings that allow you to improve the accuracy of step counting, and also consider alternative applications for those who are unhappy with the standard functionality.

Stepmer in Xiaomi smartphones: where to look in MIUI

In most Xiaomi smartphones (Redmi Note series, POCO X/F, Mi 11/12/13) pedometer integrated into the system application Health (formerly Mi Health).

• 📱 MIUI 12-14: Open the Health App → tab Activity → Step block at the top of the screen.
• 🔄 MIUI 11 and older: The path may be different - check the Exercise or Fitness section.
• 🔍 Quick access: Flick the main screen to the left - on some models, the pedometer widget is displayed there.

If the Health app is not available, it can be downloaded from Google Play (for global firmware) or the App Store (for Xiaomi 13 Ultra and other flagships with support for iOS-synchronization). MIUI The app may be called Xiaomi Sport Health).

Is there a problem with step mapping? Make sure that:

1. In the settings of the smartphone included fitness and health → permissions for applications.
2. The device’s accelerometer is not locked (check Settings → Apps → Permissions → Sensors).
3. The Health app version has been updated to the latest version (minimum supported is 6.4.0).

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If the pedometer in your smartphone is showing inaccurate data, try calibrating the sensors: put the phone on a flat surface and restart the Health app. This will reset the accelerometer's temporary errors.

Stepmer in fitness bracelets Mi Band: step-by-step instructions

In the Mi Band 5/6/7/8 bracelets and Xiaomi Watch S1/S2 Pro smartwatch, the pedometer works autonomously, but you need to synchronize with your smartphone to view detailed statistics.

1. Bracelet connection: 📲 Install the Mi Fitness app (formerly Zepp Life). 🔗 Register or log in through your account Xiaomi/Google. 🔍 Click Add Add the device → Choose a model bracelet → Follow the instructions on the screen.
2. Review of steps: 📊 On the Mi Fitness home screen, open the Activity tab. 👟 Slip on the Steps block for detailed statistics (by hours, days, weeks). 📅 In the bracelet, flip the screen to the right - the current number of steps will be displayed there.

Important: The Mi Band 8 has added automatic walking and running recognition, but it only works when connected to a smartphone with MIUI 13+. If synchronization is not happening, check:

• 🔋 Bracelet charge level (below 20% – data may not be transmitted).
• 📶 Bluetooth connection stability (reconnect device).
• 🔄 Bracelet firmware version (update via Mi Fitness) → Device profile → Update of the PO).

Comparison of pedometer accuracy in different Xiaomi devices

The accuracy of step counting depends on the type of sensors and processing algorithms, and we tested several devices and made a comparison table:

As you can see from the table, wearables (Mi Band and Xiaomi Watch) are more accurate thanks to specialized sensors, while smartphones are often mistaken for lack of calibration to suit the individual gait of the user.

How to improve the accuracy of the pedometer: hidden settings

If you are not satisfied with the accuracy of the standard pedometer, use these tips:

1. Calibration of step length: 📏 Measure the length of 10 steps (in meters) and divide by 10. 🔧 In the Mi Fitness app, go to Profile → Settings → Step length and enter the value.
2. Turning off background activity: Settings → Apps → Health → Battery → Disable “Background” This will reduce charge consumption, but may reduce accuracy.
3. Use of third-party applications: 🏃 Google Fit – Integrates with Google Fit MIUI and synchronizes data. 📈 Accupedo – allows you to adjust the sensitivity of sensors.

⚠️ Warning: After manually calibrating the pedometer in the Mi Band, restart the bracelet (press the button for 10 seconds.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Users often encounter common pedometer errors, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

• 🚫 Shagomer doesn't count steps: Check if activity tracking is enabled in Mi Fitness → Settings → Activity tracking: Make sure the bracelet fits tightly to the wrist (over 1 cm gap leads to malfunctions).
• 🔄 Data is not synced: Reconnect the bracelet to the application (Mi Fitness) → Device profile → Shut down. → Reconnect the bracelet through the official app.
• 📉 Dramatic step reduction: This may be due to automatic data resetting when battery power is low. charge the device to 100%.

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If after all the manipulations, the pedometer still works incorrectly, try resetting the bracelet to the factory settings. To do this, in Mi Fitness, select Device Profile → Resetting. After that, you will need to reset.

Alternative applications for step counting

If Xiaomi’s built-in pedometer doesn’t suit you, consider these alternatives:

To install alternative applications:

1. Download APK from the official website or Google Play.
2. In your smartphone settings, allow installation from unknown sources (Settings → Applications → Special Permissions → Installation of Unknown Applications).
3. Launch the app and give access to motion sensors.

⚠️ Note: Some third-party applications (such as Pedometer) may conflict with the built-in pedometer MIUI, This leads to double-counting of steps, in which case, turn off the system pedometer in Settings. → Annexes → Health → Permits → Physical activity.

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