How to connect Huawei smart watch to Xiaomi smartphone: full instruction with solutions to problems

Synchronizing Huawei smartwatches with Xiaomi phones is a task that seems simple at first glance, but often raises questions from users, because both brands use their own ecosystems (Huawei Health and Mi Fitness/Xiaomi Wear), which are not always perfectly compatible with each other. However, with the right approach, connection is possible, and in this article we will examine all the nuances from compatibility checks to solving typical bugs.

It’s important to understand that Huawei and Xiaomi compete in the wearables market, so their apps aren’t optimized for cross-platform work.However, workarounds (such as using third-party apps or manually configuring Bluetooth) can help achieve stable connectivity. We tested the process on Huawei Watch models GT 3, Watch Fit 2 and Redmi Note smartphones 12 Pro+, Xiaomi 13 Ultra – All instructions are relevant to MIUI 14/15 and EMUI 13/HarmonyOS.

If you're facing problems like "watches not seeing," "connections are constantly breaking," or "data not synchronizing," this article will provide you with proven solutions. And for those who are just planning to buy, we've prepared a compatibility table for popular models.

1. Huawei smartwatch compatibility with Xiaomi phones: what you need to know

Before you start connecting, make sure your devices are technically compatible.

• 📱 Android Version: Xiaomi should have Android 8.0 or later installed (most Huawei Watch models require Android 9)+).
• 🔄 Version. MIUI: stable employment is guaranteed to MIUI 12.5+. On older versions, Bluetooth crashes are possible.
• 🕒 Watch models: LiteOS watches (e.g. Huawei Watch) GT Series) are easier to connect than on Wear OS (For example, the Huawei Watch 3).
• 📲 Huawei Health app: Google Mobile Services requires official software (GMS), which are not on Xiaomi’s Chinese firmware (e.g. Redmi for the Chinese market).

If your phone is purchased in China and works without Google Play, you will need to:

1. Install Google Services Framework manually (instructions are available on 4PDA forums).
2. Use alternative methods of connection (e.g., through the use of APK-Huawei Health version from APKMirror).

Critical information: Huawei watches on the Wear OS platform (for example, Watch 3/Watch Ultimate) require mandatory authorization through Huawei ID, which cannot be passed on Xiaomi smartphones without GMS. In this case, the only way out is to use third-party applications like Notify & Fitness or Tools & Mi Band.

2. Preparation of Xiaomi smartphone to connect

Before syncing, you need to configure your smartphone to avoid typical errors.

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If you are using Chinese firmware without Google Play, download Huawei Health APK from the official Huawei website or a trusted source (such as APKMirror). Make sure the app version is compatible with your watch model – this information can be clarified in the official support.

Important point: on Xiaomi smartphones, the default activated battery optimization mode, which can block the background work of Huawei Health.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Huawei Health.
2. Select Battery Limitations → No restrictions.
3. Activate the Autostart option.

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If the clock is permanently turned off after you connect, add Huawei Health to the list of “Secure Apps” in the MIUI settings, which will prevent the application from being forced to close by the system.

3. Step-by-step instruction: Connect via Huawei Health

This is the main synchronization method that works for most Huawei Watch models (except the Wear OS).

1. Download Huawei Health from Google Play (or install an APK if the Play Market is not available).
2. Account registration: Create a Huawei ID (if you don't have one) or log in to an existing one. Without an account, data synchronization is impossible.
3. Bluetooth Activation: On your smartphone, turn on Bluetooth and Geolocation (required to search for devices!).
4. Adding a device: Open Huawei Health → Press Devices → Add a device. Select a model of your watch from a list (e.g. Huawei Watch GT 3). Confirm pairing on your watch and phone (code must match).
5. Set up notifications: Allow the app to access Notices, Contacts and Phone (for calls).

If at the interface stage there is an error "Can not connect", try:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📱 Remove the watch from the list of associated Bluetooth devices in the settings Xiaomi.
• 🔧 Huawei Health to Choose Other Devices → Manually connect.

4. Alternative ways to connect (if Huawei Health is not working)

If the official app fails to work (for example, due to lack of GMS or compatibility errors), you can use third-party solutions.

Method 1: Notify & Fitness for Huawei

This universal app supports most Huawei Watch models and allows you to:

• 📊 Synchronize steps, pulse, sleep.
• 🔔 Get notifications from your phone.
• ⚙️ Customize dials (limited choice).

Instructions:

1. Download Notify & Fitness from Google Play.
2. Turn on Bluetooth Debugging mode on the watch (in Settings → About Phone → Assembly Number tap 7 times, then go back to Settings → System → For Developers).
3. In the app, select a watch model and follow the Connection Wizard.

Method 2: Tools & Mi Band (for basic functions)

This app is originally designed for Xiaomi devices, but supports some Huawei models (e.g. Band 6/7, Watch Fit).

• 🏃‍♂️ Track activity.
• 💤 Monitor sleep.
• 📞 Get call notifications.

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The app side does not support all of the original software features, for example, Notify & Fitness may not work with SpO2 or stress measurements.

5. Solving common connection errors

Even with the right setup, users often face problems, and we've collected common bugs and ways to fix them:

If none of these methods helped, try resetting the clock to factory settings:

1. On the clock go to Settings → System → Reset.
2. Choose Reset all settings.
3. After restarting, repeat the connection procedure.

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Before reset, save your data (steps, workouts) to Huawei Health, as it will be deleted from the clock!

6.Operation optimization: setting up notifications and power consumption

After successful connection, it is recommended to configure the parameters for stable operation:

• 🔔 Notifications: At Huawei Health, go to Device → Notifications: Select the apps you want to receive on your watch (e.g. WhatsApp, Telegram) and disable unnecessary notifications (e.g. from games) to save power.
• 🔋 Energy consumption: On the watch, activate the Energy Saving mode (in Settings) → Battery. Reduce the brightness of the screen and reduce the backlight time. Turn off constant pulse monitoring (if not needed).
• 📱 Synchronization with MIUI: In Xiaomi settings, allow Huawei Health to access Contacts and Phone for proper call operation. If you use Xiaomi Wear in parallel, turn it off to avoid conflicts.

For advanced users: If you want to receive notifications from all apps (including those that are not supported by Huawei Health), use the AutoNotification app (Tasker required) to redirect any push notifications to the clock.

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The more notifications you turn on, the faster the clock will discharge, and the optimal balance is 5-7 key applications (messaging, calling, calendar).

7.Comparison of functionality: Huawei Health vs. Xiaomi Wear

If you use both brands, it’s helpful to understand what features are available in each app, and the comparison below is for the Huawei Watch GT 3 model:

As the table shows, Huawei Health provides a lot more options, but if your goal is just a basic fitness tracker, then third-party apps may be a sufficient solution.

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)