The Xiaomi Mi Band 4 fitness bracelet remains one of the most popular activity-tracking gadgets, despite the release of new models, and includes not only a pedometer and a pulsemeter, but also smart alarm clocks that can wake you up with vibration at a given time. However, sometimes these alarms go off inappropriately, such as on a weekend or after a night shift. How do you turn them off quickly and without errors?
Many users face difficulties: buttons do not respond, the alarm continues to vibrate after a supposedly successful shutdown. In this article, we will analyze all the working methods - through the Mi Fit app, directly on the bracelet, as well as the nuances of resetting, and pay special attention to the typical errors that cause the alarm clock to "resurrect" after rebooting the gadget.
If you need to turn off your alarm clock right now, go to the first method (through the bracelet). To completely remove all alarm clocks, you should use the second method (through the app).
Method 1: Turn off the alarm clock directly on Mi Band 4
The fastest method is to deactivate the alarm on the wristband without using your smartphone, which is convenient if you don’t have a phone on hand or the Mi Fit app doesn’t sync.
Step-by-step:
- Wake up the bracelet screen by touching the touch button or raising your hand (if the hand-raising gesture is enabled).
- Swipe down the menu until you find the alarm icon (pictured bell).
- Slip the icon to open the list of active alarm clocks.
- Select the desired alarm clock (if there are several) and hold your finger on it for 2-3 seconds until a tick or cross appears.
- Confirm the disconnection by clicking on the icon ✕ or OFF (depending on the firmware version).
⚠️ Note: If the alarm was created through the Mi Fit app, it may not be disabled on the bracelet after synchronization, in which case you will have to remove it via your smartphone (see next section).
Whether the bracelet is loaded (battery level > 10%)|
Is the sync with the phone active (no Bluetooth icon crossed)|
Is the firmware updated (check in Mi Fit → Device Profile)|
No physical damage to the screen (cracks may block the sensor)-->
Method 2: Removing the alarm clock through the Mi Fit app
Mi Fit (or its Zepp Life alternative for newer versions) allows you to manage alarm clocks flexibly, turning them off, editing them or deleting them permanently, a more reliable way because the changes are stored in the cloud and synchronized with the wristband.
How to remove the alarm clock through Mi Fit:
💡 Useful tip: If the alarm clock is missing from the list, but the bracelet still vibrates, try forced synchronization. → Synchronize data.
Why does the alarm clock come back after it is removed?
Important: If you use firmware from third-party developers (like Notify & Fitness for Mi Band), standard alarms may be duplicated, in which case delete them in both apps.
Method 3: Massively shutting down all alarm clocks
If you need to turn off all alarms immediately (for example, before a vacation), you can do this in two ways:
Option 1: Through the annex:
Option 2. Through resetting (if the first method did not work):
- On the bracelet, go to Settings → Reset (icon with arrow in a circle).
- Select Reset Settings and confirm.
- After restarting, all alarm clocks will be removed, but you will have to adjust the bracelet again.
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What to do if the alarm clock does not turn off?
Sometimes the alarm goes off despite all the manipulations, and let's look at the typical causes and solutions.
Reason 1: Unsynchronized data
If you turn off the alarm on your bracelet but don't wait for your phone to sync, the changes may not persist.
- 📱 Open Mi Fit and wait for automatic synchronization (cloud icon at the top of the screen).
- 🔄 If the sync is suspended, restart the bracelet (hold the button 10 seconds).
Reason 2: Conflict with third-party applications
Apps like Notify & Fitness or Tools & Mi Band can create alarm clocks that don’t appear in Mi Fit.
- 🛑 Remove all third-party applications for bracelet management.
- 🔧 Reset the bracelet to factory settings (see section above).
Reason 3: Software failure
If the bracelet is glitchy (for example, the screen does not respond to touch), try:
- 🔋 Charge the bracelet to 100% and reset.
- 📲 Update the firmware through Mi Fit (Device Profile) → Update of the PO).
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If the alarm goes off at random, check the settings of the smart alarm clock (a function that wakes you up in the light sleep phase). → Alarm clocks → Smart alarm clock
How to set the alarm clock correctly to avoid problems?
To avoid emergency alarms in the future, follow these recommendations:
1. Use repeated alarm clocks wisely
- ⏰ Set up separate alarm clocks for weekdays and weekends, not one for all days.
- 📅 You can choose the days of the week – use this feature.
2. Check the priority of alarm clocks
If you have multiple alarm clocks at the same time, the bracelet can vibrate twice.
- 🔍 Remove Duplicate Alarms in Mi Fit.
- 🛠️ Turn off the function of Inactivity Reminder (it can also vibrate like an alarm clock).
3. Test vibrations in advance
Too little vibration can go unnoticed, and too much vibration can wake up the household.
- 🎚️ In Mi Fit, adjust the vibration intensity (Profile) → Mi Band 4 → Settings → Vibration).
- 🕒 Set a test alarm for the next 2-3 minutes and check its work.
| Problem. | Probable cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The alarm goes off twice. | Duplicate settings in Mi Fit and third-party app | Remove alarm clocks in all apps except one |
| The alarm clock doesn't vibrate. | Disabled mode Do not disturb or low battery charge | Check the charge (>20%) and sleep settings |
| The alarm clock goes off. | Firmware failure or conflict with update | Update the bracelet with Mi Fit |
| You can't turn off the alarm on the bracelet. | A jammed sensor or damaged screen | Use the Mi Fit app or reset the settings |
Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Even experienced users of Xiaomi Mi Band 4 sometimes make mistakes when working with alarm clocks.
⚠️ Warning: If you have turned off your alarm clock through your bracelet but have not synced it to your phone, it may return the next time you connect to Mi Fit!
Mistake 1: Removing alarm clocks in one place
Many people forget that alarm clocks can be created through both the bracelet and the app, and if you remove it only in the Mi Fit, but leave it on the bracelet (or vice versa), it will continue to work.
Error 2: Ignoring firmware updates
Older versions of the Mi Band 4 firmware may contain alarm bugs (such as accidentally turning on after a reboot).
- 🔄 Check for updates in Mi Fit regularly → Device profile → Update of the PO.
- 📡 Connect the bracelet to Wi-Fi to speed up firmware loading (if available).
Error 3: Use of informal firmware
Custom firmware (such as Amazfit or custom modifications) may conflict with the original software.
- 🚫 If alarm clocks are bugged after firmware, return to the stock version via Mi Fit.
- ⚠️ Before installing custom firmware, make a backup of settings.
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Always check the sync between the bracelet and the Mi Fit app after changes in alarms. This will eliminate 90% of problems with spontaneous switching on.