Where to see the charge of headphones Xiaomi: 7 working ways for all models

You bought a Xiaomi wireless headphone and you don't know how to check the charge level? TWS-Headphones – manufacturers often hide battery information in non-obvious menus or do not display it at all. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to find out the percentage of charge of Xiaomi headphones – from standard methods to hidden features that are not written in the official instructions.

It's important to understand that the methods differ depending on the headphone model (e.g. Redmi AirDots vs Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro) and the firmware version. We tested each method on current devices (2023-2026) and indicated which models it is suitable for. If your headphones discharge too quickly or show incorrect charge, at the end of the article there is a section with solutions to problems.

1. Standard method: indicator on the case

The easiest method is to look at the light indicator on the case of the charging case. Most Xiaomi models (for example, Redmi AirDots 3 Pro, Xiaomi Buds 3T) use a color scheme:

• 🟢 Green – case charge 60-100%, headphones fully charged.
• 🟡 Yellow/orange: Case charge of 20-60%, headphones partially charged.
• 🔴 Red – case charge less than 20%, headphones discharged.
• 🔄 Blinking white - there is a charge case from the network.

To find out the charge of the headphones (not the case), open the lid and look at the indicator inside. Some models (for example, Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro) when the lid opens, a separate LED lights up for each headphone:

• 🟢🟢 — Both earphones are 100-charged%.
• 🟢🔴 — left charged, right discharged.
• 🔴🔴 — Both earbuds require charging.

⚠️ Note: Redmi AirDots S and Xiaomi Air 2 SE The indicator shows only the charge of the case. To check the charge of the headphones themselves, use other methods from this article.

2. via Mi Home/Xiaomi Wear app

The official Xiaomi apps allow you to see the exact percentage of charge of headphones and case.

1. Install the Mi Home app (for older models) or Xiaomi Wear (for newer ones, such as Buds 4 Pro) from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
3. Open the app and find your headphones in the list of devices (they can be called Mi True Wireless, Redmi Buds or model).
4. On the main screen of the device will display the charge of the left earphone, right earphone and case.

In some versions of the Xiaomi Wear app, the charge is only displayed after the first connection.

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For models Xiaomi Buds 3 Pro and newer in the application, detailed statistics are available:

• 📊 Discharge schedule for the last 7 days.
• ⚡ Time to fully charge the case.
• 🔋 Estimation of remaining working hours.

3. Voice assistant (for models with support)

Some Xiaomi headphones (e.g., Xiaomi Buds 4, FlipBuds Pro) support voice commands to check the charge.

1. Put on your headphones and activate the voice assistant (usually by double tapping the touchpad).
2. Tell one of the commands, What's the charge level? How much battery is left? Show me the headphones.

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This method only works for models with built-in microphone and support for XiaoAI or Google Assistant.

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Before using voice commands, make sure that Bluetooth settings on your phone allow access to the microphone for headphones.

4. Through Bluetooth settings on the phone

On Android 10+ and MIUI 12+ phones, the headphone charge can be displayed directly in the Bluetooth menu.

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Find your Xiaomi headphones in the list of connected devices.
3. Press the badge. ⚙️ (squirrels) next to the headphones' name.
4. If your model supports this feature, a line with a percentage of charge (e.g. Charge: 78%) will appear under the name.

This method works for the following models:

⚠️ Note: On iPhone (iOS) phones, Xiaomi headphones are rarely charged in the Bluetooth menu.Use the Xiaomi Wear app or other ways.

5. Hidden button combinations (for advanced users)

Some Xiaomi models have hidden service features that allow you to know the charge without a phone, for example, the following combination works for Redmi AirDots 2 and Xiaomi Air 2:

1. Put the headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Press and hold the touchpad on the case for 10 seconds.
3. Open the lid – the indicator will flash green (100–60%), orange (59–20%) or red (less than 20%).

How to use nRF Connect:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Connect the headphones via Bluetooth.
3. In the app, select your headphones and go to the Battery Level tab.
4. This will show the current charge as a percentage.

Note: Some apps may not read Xiaomi headphones properly due to firmware features. If the values jump (e.g., 100% → 20% → 100%), try another app or update the headphone firmware.

7.How to check the charge of Xiaomi headphones without a phone

If you do not have a phone at hand, you can estimate the charge of Xiaomi headphones by indirect signs:

• 🎵 Sound signal: When connected to the device, the headphones emit different sounds depending on the charge (for example, Xiaomi Buds 3 Pro at low charge say "Battery discharged" in Chinese/English%.
• ⏱️ Operating time: If the headphones are running for less than 1 hour at full volume, the charge is critically low. Average running time for most models: 4-6 hours at 100% charge.
• 🔌 Charging behavior: If the indicator on the case flashes red for more than 30 seconds after connecting to the network, the case is completely discharged. If the headphones do not turn on after 5 minutes in the case, their charge is below 5%.

For accurate diagnosis without a phone, only the indicator on the case (section 1) or hidden combinations (section 5) are suitable.

Frequent problems and their solutions

If the charge of Xiaomi headphones is displayed incorrectly or they discharge too quickly, try the following solutions:

• 🔄 Headphones show 100% charge but discharge quickly: Reason and solution This is a typical problem for Redmi AirDots and Xiaomi Air 2 models with outdated firmware.Solution: Update the headphone firmware through the Mi Home app. Reset your headphones to factory settings (press the button on the case for 15 seconds). If the problem remains, replace the battery at the service center (average battery life in the case). TWS-headphones - 2-3 years).
• ❌ Charge doesn't show up in any app: Check if the headphones are connected to the phone in "Audio" mode (not just as an input device). Turn off battery savings for Mi Home or Xiaomi Wear apps. Reinstall the app and re-pair the pairing. 🔋 Case doesn't charge headphones: What to do Causes can be different: Contaminated contacts - wipe them with alcohol. Faulty cable / power supply - try another charger (recommended) 5V/1A). Bloated Case Battery – If Case Case Case Case Case Is Deformed, Do Not Use It (Risk of Fire!).