How to Reboot Xiaomi Smart Watch: From Mi Band to Watch 2 Pro

Xiaomi smartwatches are some of the most popular gadgets on the market, but even they sometimes require a reboot. Screen freeze, phone sync errors, sensors malfunctioning, or just a slow reaction to touch are all signals that the device needs a “respite,” but not all users know how to restart properly so as not to damage the system or lose data.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to reboot for different Xiaomi models, from the budget Mi Band to the flagship Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro. You will learn when a soft restart is enough and when a full reset is required, how to avoid typical errors and what to do if the watch does not react at all, and we have collected answers to frequent questions and cautions that will help keep the gadget working.

Important: the reboot procedure may vary slightly depending on the firmware version and model. If your watch doesn't respond to standard methods, don't panic, there are solutions for "severe" cases in the article.

When you need to reboot Xiaomi watches: 5 obvious signs

Sometimes it is enough to reconnect the watch to the phone or update the Mi Fitness/Zepp app, but there are symptoms when rebooting becomes necessary:

• 📵 No connection to the phone – the clock is not synchronized, no notifications arrive, and the application displays a connection error.
• ⏳ The screen freezes – does not respond to touch, shows one picture or flashes the Mi logo.
• 🔋 Fast battery discharge - if before the charge lasted 7-10 days, and now sits down for a day for no apparent reason.
• 📉 Incorrect sensor data - the pulse shows 220 beats per minute at rest, the pedometer resets or overestimates the values.
• 🔄 Errors after the update – the watch began to glittle immediately after installing a new firmware.

If you see any of these signs, try a mild reboot first, which is 80 percent of the time enough to restore function, but if the problem recurs regularly, it's a good idea to check your watch for hardware malfunctions or go to a service center.

⚠️ Attention: Frequent reboots (more often 1 time per week) may indicate battery failure or firmware damage, in which case a soft restart is a temporary solution, not a cure.

Method 1: Soft reboot (restart) through the settings menu

This is the safest and most recommended method that doesn’t result in data loss, and is suitable for most models, including the Mi Band 5/6/7, Xiaomi Watch S1/S2, Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro and Amazfit (if they run on Xiaomi’s firmware).

Instructions:

1. Swipe your finger from the bottom up to open the main menu.
2. We turn down and select the Settings (cog icon).
3. Scroll down to System (or About Device in some models).
4. Choose a Reset (or Restart)
5. Confirm the action by clicking on the tick or OK button.

The clock will turn off and on automatically in 10 to 30 seconds, the entire process takes no more than a minute, and after the reboot, check if your settings and data (for example, your history of steps or training) are preserved.

Turn off the watch from charging.

Make sure the charge level is > 20%

Close the Mi Fitness/Zepp app on your phone

Do not press buttons during restart

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If Reboot is not on the menu, your model only supports hardware reset (see Method 3).

Method 2: Forced button reboot (for models with physical buttons)

Some Xiaomi models, such as the Xiaomi Watch S1 or Amazfit GTR 2, have a physical button that can be used not only to turn on, but also to force a restart if the screen does not respond to touch.

How to do this:

1. Press the physical button on the side panel of the watch for 10-15 seconds.
2. Wait until the screen goes out and the Mi or Amazfit logo lights up again.
3. Release the button - the watch will start loading in normal mode.

This method works even if the screen is completely frozen or displays artifacts, but don't overuse it: Frequent forced shutdowns can damage the file system.

⚠️ Attention: On Mi Band models 5/6/7 There's no physical button, they don't use it. 3 (hardware reset via charging contacts).

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If the clock doesn't turn on after the forced reboot, plug it into a 10- to 15-minute charge, and the battery may have run out of power.

Method 3: Hardware reset via charging contacts (for Mi Band and models without a button)

This is a versatile method for all Mi Band fitness bracelets (versions 1 to 7), as well as for some Xiaomi Watch models that don't have a physical button.The essence is to close the charging contacts, which simulates a reboot command.

Step-by-step:

1. Remove the strap from the watch body (if it is a Mi Band, just pull the capsule out of the bracelet).
2. Take a paper clip or a thin metal object (such as an unbended stationery clip).
3. On the back of the case, find two gold pins to charge (usually signed + and -).
4. Close the contacts carefully with a paper clip for 3-5 seconds.
5. The clock should vibrate and reset. If there is no reaction, repeat the action.

This works 99% of the time, even if the screen is completely dead, but be careful not to use sharp objects to avoid damaging the contacts, and don't close contacts for longer than 10 seconds, which can cause a reset.

Method 4: Reboot with Mi Fitness/Zepp

If the watch is connected to the phone and responds to commands but is not running smoothly, you can try rebooting it remotely via an official app, which is suitable for all models that support synchronization.

Instructions for Mi Fitness:

1. Open the Mi Fitness app on your phone.
2. Select your watch from the list of devices.
3. Go to the Settings section (the gear icon in the upper right corner).
4. Scroll down and click Reboot the device.
5. Confirm the action.

For Zepp (for Amazfit models):

1. Launch the Zepp app.
2. Put it on your watch icon.
3. Select Device Management → Reboot.

The advantage of this method is that it doesn't require physical access to the watch, but if the communication between the gadget and the phone is unstable, the team may not make it to the device.

⚠️ Note: After rebooting through the app, you may need to re-synchronize your data. If your workout or step history is not updated, reconnect your watch to your phone.

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Remote reboot via the app is the most gentle method, but works only with a stable Bluetooth connection.

Method 5: Completely reset (if the reboot didn’t help)

If the clock continues to glittle after a few reboots, you may need to reset to factory settings, which is an extreme measure, since all data (except synchronized with the phone) will be deleted.

• 🔄 The clock is cyclically rebooted on its own.
• 📱 Cannot connect to the phone even after restart.
• 🔋 The battery is discharged in a few hours without use.
• 🛠️ Artifacts or firmware errors appear on the screen.

How to perform the reset:

1. On the clock, go to Settings → System → Reset settings.
2. Select Reset All Settings (or Factory Reset).
3. Confirm the action (it may be necessary to enter) PIN-code, if it is installed).
4. Wait for the process to be completed (the clock will reboot 1-2 times).

Once reset, the watch will return to the box-like state.

• 📱 Connect them to the phone via Mi Fitness/Zepp.
• ⏰ Set time, date and notifications.
• 🏃‍♂️ Restore the user profile (height, weight, activity goals).

If the watch is not turned on or hanging on the logo after the reset, this is a sign of damaged firmware, in which case you will need to flash through the PC (see 4PDA or Mi Community forums for specific model instructions).

Frequent Reboot Errors and How to Avoid Them

Even a simple procedure like a reboot can go wrong, unless you take into account a few nuances: Here are the most common user errors and ways to prevent them:

• ⚡ Reboot on low charge - if the battery level is below 10%, the clock may not turn on after restart.Always check the charge before the procedure.
• 🔌 Disconnect from charging during restart – if the watch is connected to charging, do not remove them before the system is fully loaded.
• 📱 Ignoring firmware updates – if the clock is glitzy after a reboot, check for updates in Mi Fitness.
• 🔧 Using unoriginal chargers – this can lead to battery failures and unpredictable reboots.
• 💦 Moisture before restart – if the clock is wet, first dry them for 2-3 hours.

If the watch behaves strangely after the reboot (for example, does not save settings or arbitrarily turns off), try:

1. Perform a reset settings (see Method 5).
2. Update the firmware through the official application.
3. Contact the service center if the problem recurs.

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If the watch has stopped responding to touch after rebooting, try calibrating the screen. For this, some models have a hidden menu that opens by successively tapping certain areas of the screen (for example, tapping 5 times on the upper left corner).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions About Xiaomi Watch Reboot