Connecting Xiaomi Watches to Honor Phone: Full Instructions with Problem Solutions

Introduction: Why Xiaomi and Honor’s Connection Needs a Special Approach

Xiaomi smartwatches and Honor smartphones work on different ecosystems: the former are integrated with Mi Fit or Zepp Life (formerly Amazfit), the latter with Huawei Mobile Services (HMS), which creates unique nuances when synchronizing. Unlike connecting to Xiaomi or Redmi phones, where everything works out of the box, Honor owners have to consider the limitations of HMS, the lack of Google services on some models and the features of permissions.

In this article, we will discuss not only basic Bluetooth connectivity, but also solutions for Honor models without Google Play (for example, Honor 30 or Honor Magic 4 with AppGallery), as well as avoiding errors like “device fails” or “connection interrupted.” Particular attention will be paid to the compatibility of Bluetooth 5.0/5.2 protocols between Xiaomi Watch S3 watches and Honor 70/90 phones, since version mismatch often causes failures.

Step 1: Checking model compatibility

Not all Xiaomi watches work equally well with Honor. For example, Xiaomi Mi Band 7 or Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro will connect without problems, but Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro may require a firmware update of the phone.

⚠️ Note: If your Honor is working on EMUI 12 or later (for example, Honor Magic) V2), Check if Google Mobile Services is available in the settings. Mi Fit won't install without them - you'll need to use Zepp Life from AppGallery.

Step 2: Install the required software

To connect the Xiaomi watch to Honor, you will need one of the applications:

• 📱 Mi Fit is the official app for most models (available on Google Play or AppGallery).
• 🌐 Zepp Life – an alternative for new devices (e.g. Xiaomi Watch) S3).
• 🔄 Notify & Fitness – Third-Party solution for Advanced Notifications (requires root on some Honor firmware).

On Honor phones without Google Play (for example, Honor 30 Pro+ with Chinese firmware), download Zepp Life from AppGallery or use APK from the official Zepp website.

Enable Bluetooth in settings (Settings → Wireless Networks)

Install Mi Fit or Zepp Life (version no lower than 5.12.0)

Allow access to notifications (Settings → Apps → Permissions)

Disable the power saving mode for the application of the clock

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⚠️ Attention: Honor with EMUI 13 (e.g. Honor 80 Pro) may block background Mi Fit activity. To avoid connection breaks, add the app to the list of Secure Applications (Settings) → Battery → Launching applications).

Step 3: Step-by-step connection via Bluetooth

Synchronization algorithm for most models:

1. Run Mi Fit or Zepp Life on Honor.
2. Click "Add device" and select your watch model.
3. Activate the pairing mode on the watch (usually a long press on the button or select from the Settings → Bluetooth menu).
4. Confirm the code on both devices (usually 1234 or 0000).

If the clock is not there, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the Bluetooth module of the phone (Settings) → System system → Reboot. → Reboot Bluetooth).
• 📵 Remove all previously saved devices in Settings → Bluetooth.
• 🔋 Reset the clock (for Xiaomi Watch) S2: Press the side button for 10 seconds).

⚠️ Attention: On Honor X8 and other budgetary models with EMUI 11 may not have any profile support BLE 5.0, required for the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro. In this case, the connection is possible only through third-party applications like Tools & Mi Band (available in AppGallery).

Step 4: Set up notifications and synchronize data

After successful connection, configure:

1. Notifications: In Mi Fit, go to Device Profile → Notifications and select apps (e.g. WhatsApp, Telegram). On Honor with HMS, some notifications may not arrive - this is a firmware restriction.
2. Data Synchronization: Enable automatic synchronization in Settings → Data Synchronization. For the Xiaomi Watch S3, synchronization with Huawei Health is available via Zepp Life.
3. Energy saving: Turn off battery optimization for Mi Fit (Settings → Battery → Launch applications → Mi Fit → Allow background activity).

💡 Useful tip: If notifications come with a delay, check your settings ANCS (Apple Notification Center Service in Mi Fit. on Honor with EMUI 12+ This protocol may conflict with HMS Push Kit – Try turning off notifications for unnecessary apps.

Step 5: Solving Common Mistakes

The "Unconnected" or "Device not supported" error occurs in 30 percent of cases. Here are some specific solutions:

• 🔧 Error code 8001: Outdated version of Mi Fit. Update app or install Zepp Life.
• 🔌 Error code 9003: Conflict with another device. Remove the Bluetooth watch on all previously connected phones.
• 📡 Permanent communication breaks: On Honor with EMUI 13 Turn off the "Smart Switch" function Wi-Fi/Bluetooth" (Settings → Wireless networks → Additionally).

For Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro and Honor Magic 4 models, you may need to manually install the A2DP Sink profile:

1. Go to Settings → System → Developer Settings (activate Developer Mode by pressing the build number 7 times).


2. Find the Disable Bluetooth A2DP hardware offload option and turn it off.




3. Reboot the phone.

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If after connecting the Xiaomi watch does not display weather or pulse, check the regional settings in Mi Fit. For Honor with Chinese firmware, set the region "Russia" or "Europe" manually (Profile → Region).

Step 6: Optimization and energy saving

To extend the operating hours and phone:

• 🔋 Turn off constant heart rate monitoring (in Mi Fit: Device profile) → Heart monitoring → Manually).
• 📶 Reduce the frequency of data synchronization to 1 time in 6 hours.
• 🛡️ Use "Flight Mode" on the clock at night (for Xiaomi Watch) S2: swipe down → plane-sign).

On Honor with EMUI 12+, it is also recommended:

• 🚫 Stop Mi Fit from automatically updating via mobile data (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Fit → Mobile data).
• ⚡ Enable "High Performance" for Bluetooth (Settings) → Battery → Productivity → Bluetooth).

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For maximum compatibility, use the Xiaomi Watch and Honor Zepp Life instead of Mi Fit – it is better adapted to work with HMS and less likely to lose connection.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connectivity