How to set up Xiaomi Mi Smart Scale 2: a complete guide with photos and tips

Xiaomi Mi Smart Scale 2 is not just a weight measurement device, but a full-fledged health control assistant, analyzing 13 key body parameters (from mass index to muscle mass), synchronizing with Mi Fit or Zepp Life apps, and even recognizing up to 16 users automatically, but to make all these functions work, the scales need to be properly adjusted — and here beginners often have questions.

In this article, we’ll take the Mi Smart Scale 2 Step-by-step from scratch, from unpacking to the first measurements, learn how to connect the scale to your phone, customize your user profile, interpret results, and correct common errors (such as when the scales are out of sync or show an incorrect weight), and also learn unique tips for calibrating and extending the battery life, which are not in the official instructions.

1. Preparation for setting up: what to do before the weights are turned on

Before you turn on the Xiaomi Mi Smart Scale 2, check out three key points:

• 📱 Compatible smartphone: scales work with Android 5.0+ or iOS 10.0+. On older versions, the Mi Fit application may not be installed.
• 🔋 Battery Charge: There are 4 batteries in the set AAA. Make sure they are set correctly (polarity is indicated on the scale body).
• 🌐 Stable Internet: The first setup will require network access (libras connect to the phone via Bluetooth 4.0, but the application needs to download data from the cloud).

And you also have a flat, hard surface -- not a carpet or a soft floor -- and the uneven coating distorts the bioimpedance sensors, which are responsible for analyzing body composition, and if you're on a tile or a laminate, you'll get the most accurate measurements.

⚠️ Warning: Do not put a scale in the bathroom during the setup. High humidity can affect electronic components, and metal surfaces (such as a bath) distort the bioimpedance signal.

2.Installation of the application: Mi Fit vs Zepp Life - which one to choose?

Xiaomi Mi Smart Scale 2 officially supports two apps: Mi Fit (developed by Xiaomi) and Zepp Life (formerly Amazfit).

If you have other Xiaomi gadgets (like the Mi Band bracelet), it makes sense to use the Mi Fit, so all the data will be in one place. If you want to get detailed body analysis and no advertising, go with Zepp Life.

Download the applications can be by reference:

• 📲 Mi Fit: Android / iOS
• 📲 Zepp Life: Android / iOS

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If you already have the Mi Home app installed, uninstall it before setting the scales.It is not compatible with Mi Smart Scale 2 and can cause conflicts when connected.

3. Step-by-step adjustment of the scales through Mi Fit

Consider the process using Mi Fit (the steps are similar for Zepp Life, but with a different interface design).

1. Open Mi Fit and sign up (or sign in via your Xiaomi, Google or Apple account).
2. Click on the Profile icon → Add the device.
3. Choose Smart Scale and Mi Smart Scale 2.
4. Turn on Bluetooth on your phone and wait until the scales appear in the list of available devices.
5. Click Connect and confirm pairing in the system window.
6. Stand on the scales – they will automatically measure the weight and send the data to the app.
7. Fill out the profile: Specify height, age, gender and goal (weight loss, weight gain or maintenance).

After that, the scales are ready to use, and each time you weigh in, the data will automatically sync with the application.

Install batteries | Download Mi Fit/Zepp Life|Enable Bluetooth|Put scales on a flat surface |Pick up profile in the app-->

Calibration of scales: why can the readings be inaccurate?

If the Mi Smart Scale 2 shows a weight with an error of ±0.5-1 kg, this is normal (stated manufacturer's accuracy).

1. Make sure that the scales are on a hard, flat surface (not on the carpet!).
2. Reset the scales to factory settings: Press and hold the on button (under the plastic cover) for 10 seconds until the indicator blinks.
3. Reconnect the scales to the application (as in Section 3).
4. Conduct a test weighing with weights of known weight (for example, a bottle of water of 1.5 liters = 1.5 kg). If the error remains, contact Xiaomi for support.

A common cause of inaccurate readings is discharged batteries. Despite the stated life of 1 year, cheap alkaline batteries can run out in 3-4 months. Use quality batteries (for example, Duracell or Energizer).

⚠️ Attention: Do not weigh yourself immediately after exercise or eating. Wet feet or a full stomach distort bioimpedance data (muscle mass, fat, water in the body.

5. Multiple user setting: How do scales recognize different people?

Xiaomi Mi Smart Scale 2 supports up to 16 profiles and automatically determines the user by weight.

1. Add all users to the app (Profile → Devices → Mi Smart Scale 2 → User Management).
2. Indicate for each height, age and gender (this affects the calculation of BMI and body composition).
3. Conduct the first weighing for each user in turn (the scales will remember the starting weight).

If the scale confuses users with a similar weight (for example, 70 kg and 72 kg), try:

• 🔄 Re-initiate profiles: delete all users and add again.
• 👣 Weigh at different times (morning/evening) to make the weight differ by at least 0.5 kg.
• 📱 Manually select a profile in the application before weighing.

Important: If you have children under 10, create a separate profile for them, but disable the analysis of body composition (before 10 years of age, the bioimpedance data is inaccurate).

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Automatic recognition works best if the difference in weight between users is at least 3-5 kg.

6.Sync with other services: Google Fit, Apple Health, Strava

To automatically export your weight data to Google Fit, Apple Health, or Strava, follow these steps:

For Mi Fit:

1. Open Profile → Settings → Accounts and Synchronization.
2. Select a service (e.g. Google Fit) and log in.
3. Turn on the switch to sync weight data.

For Zepp Life:

1. Go to Profile → Settings → Data Synchronization.
2. Select the right service and allow access.
3. Specify what data to export (weight, BMI, muscle mass, etc.).

Note: Some services (such as Apple Health) may duplicate records if you have multiple Xiaomi devices connected. To avoid this, disable weight syncing for other gadgets (such as the Mi Band).

7.Typical errors and their solutions

Even after setting up properly, users face problems, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

• 🔌 Libras not turned on: Check the batteries (they should be new brands, for example, Duracell).If the indicator does not burn, try to clean the contacts of the battery compartment with a cotton swab soaked in alcohol.
• 📶 Don't connect to your phone: Make sure Bluetooth is on and the scales are within 5 meters of your phone. Reboot both devices. If it doesn't work, remove the scales from the Bluetooth device list in your phone's settings and reconnect.
• ⚖️ "Jump" readings: This is due to unstable surfaces or wet feet. Wipe the sensors on the scales with a dry cloth and weigh yourself on the hard floor.
• 🔄 Data out of sync: Check the internet connection on your phone. Open the Mi app Fit/Zepp Life, pull the screen down to update the data. If sync doesn't happen, reinstall the app.

⚠️ Note: If the scales after the fall began to show an inaccurate weight, do not try to disassemble them yourself - this will violate the tightness of bioimpedance sensors.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi Mi Smart Scale 2