How to Reset Xiaomi Wireless Headphones: 5 Ways to Solve Problems

Xiaomi’s wireless headphones are some of the most popular gadgets on the market, thanks to a combination of price, sound quality and functionality. However, even the most reliable technology sometimes fails: the headphones stop connecting to the phone, one of them does not work, the sound is interrupted or the device does not respond to buttons at all, 90% of these problems are solved by simply restarting or resetting the settings.

In this article, we’ll break down all the current ways to reboot Xiaomi headphones (including Redmi Buds, Mi True Wireless, Xiaomi Buds, and others), explain when you need a soft reset and when you need a full factory reset, and give a checklist for fault diagnosis. If your headphones are hanging, undetected by your phone or malfunctioning, you’re in the right place.

1. When you need to restart Xiaomi headphones: symptoms and causes

Before you reset, it’s important to understand if the problem is really with the headphones, not the smartphone or the sound source.

• 🔴 One earphone does not connect (red light or no flashing at all)
• 🎧 The sound is interrupted, interference or echoes are heard (when connected to the phone)
• 🔄 Headphones are constantly switched off and connected again (cyclic reconnection)
• 🔋 Do not charge in the case (the indicator does not burn or flashes a non-standard color)
• 📱 Phone doesn't see headphones in list of available Bluetooth devices

Most often, failures occur due to:

• 📲 Software errors after updating the firmware of headphones or smartphone
• 🔋 Battery discharge to critical level (less than 5%)
• 🌡️ Overheating or hypothermia (for example, after staying in the cold)
• 📶 Interference from other wireless devices (Wi-Fi routers, microwaves, other headphones)

⚠️ Note: If Xiaomi headphones fall into water or are mechanically impacted, restarting will not help - repair is required.Attempting to reset water-damaged devices may cause a short circuit.

2.Soft restart: a quick solution without resetting settings

If Xiaomi's headphones are stuck but generally working, start with a soft reboot, which doesn't remove the paired devices and saves the settings.

• 🎧 Redmi Buds 3/4/5 Pro, Lite
• 🎧 Mi True Wireless Earbuds 2/3
• 🎧 Xiaomi Buds 4/5 Pro
• 🎧 Haylou (a subsidiary brand of Xiaomi)

Instructions:

1. Put both headphones in the charging case and close the lid.
2. Wait 10-15 seconds – the indicators on the headphones should go out.
3. Open the case cover and hold the button on the case (if any) or touch panel on one of the headphones for 5-7 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white.
4. Close the case, wait 30 seconds and try to connect again.

For models without a physical button (e.g. Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro):

1. Get the headphones out of the case.


2. Touch and hold the touchpad on both headphones simultaneously for 10 seconds.




3. Wait for the double blinking of white light - this is a signal of a successful reboot.

Put your headphones in the case for 10 seconds |

Check the charge of the case (at least 20%) |

Make sure the headphones are clean (no moisture/dust)|

Turn off Bluetooth on your phone before restarting-->

⚠️ Note: If after a soft reset, Xiaomi headphones give an error "Device not supported" when connecting, this may mean that the firmware is incompatible with your smartphone.

Hard Reset: Return to Factory Settings 3

If the soft restart doesn't work, you'll need a complete reset, and this method removes all the conjugated devices and returns the headphones to a boxy state.

• 🔄 Permanent breaks of Bluetooth connection
• 🔊 No sound in one or both headphones
• 📵 Headphones are not defined by any device.
• 🔋 Case does not charge headphones (indicator flashes red)

Instructions for most models:

1. Put the headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the lid and hold the button on the case for 15-20 seconds (for Redmi Buds 3 Pro – 25 seconds), until the indicators start flashing red and white alternately.
3. Release the button, the headphones will reset. The indicators will go out and in 5 seconds they will light up white.
4. Close the case, wait 1 minute and try to hide the headphones again.

For models without a button on the case (for example, Xiaomi Buds 4):

1. Get the headphones out of the case.


2. Touch the touch panel on the left earphone 5 times in a row.




3. Then touch the touchpad on the RIGHT earphone 5 times.




4 Hold both panels for 10 seconds until you hear the reset beep.

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After a hard reset, Xiaomi headphones may not connect to the phone the first time, try removing them from the list of conjugated devices in the Bluetooth settings and perform the search again.

4.Reboot through the application: the official way from Xiaomi

For models that support proprietary applications (Mi Home, Xiaomi Wear, HeyMelody), resets can be done software-based, safer than manual methods and ensure the safety of the firmware.

Step-by-step:

1. Install the Xiaomi Wear app (for new models) or Mi Home (for older models).
2. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
3. Open the app, find your headphones in the list of devices.
4. Go to Settings → Reset settings (or Reset).
5. Confirm the action – the headphones will restart automatically.

If there is no reset option in the application:

• 📱 Update the headphone firmware through Mi Home → Device profile → Update of the PO.
• 🔄 Reconnect the headphones to the phone (forget the device) → search).
• 📧 Contact Xiaomi support via in-app chat – they can send a dedicated reset command.

5. Post restart problems: Diagnostics and solutions

Sometimes, after a reset, Xiaomi headphones continue to malfunction. Here are common problems and solutions:

If after all the manipulations, the headphones still do not work:

• 🔌 Check the charger and cable (use the original one) USB-C Xiaomi cable).
• 📡 Try connecting to another device (laptop, tablet) – this will help to identify whether the headphones are a problem.
• 🛠️ Contact the service center if the warranty is still valid (check checks or boxes).

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi headphones with firmware below version 1.4.0.7 may not work correctly with the iPhone due to Bluetooth protocol limitations in iOS. Update your firmware through your Android device.

6. Failure prevention: how to avoid problems in the future

To make Xiaomi headphones last longer and less often require a restart, follow these recommendations:

• 🔋 Charge the case and headphones at least 1 time every 2 weeks, even if you do not use them.
• 🧼 Regularly clean contacts on headphones and in the case with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol (at least 70%).
• 🌡️ Avoid extreme temperatures: Do not leave your headphones in the sun or in the cold (optimal range: from the sun to the sun). +5°C +35°C).
• 📱 Update your firmware via Xiaomi Wear or Mi Home when notifications appear.
• 🎵 Don't turn it on. ANC (noise reduction at full power for more than 2 hours in a row – this increases the load on the battery.

Also useful:

• 🔄 Periodically (once a month) perform a soft restart to clean the cache.
• 📦 Keep your headphones in a case – this protects them from dust and mechanical damage.
• 🔊 Use a uniform volume (no higher than 80%) – this prolongs the life of speakers.

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Regular care of Xiaomi headphones reduces the risk of failure by 70%. Basic rules: avoid overheating, monitor charge and update firmware.

FAQ: Frequent questions about restarting Xiaomi headphones