How to see the number of steps on Xiaomi devices: 5 proven ways

The step counter on Xiaomi devices is one of the most popular features among users who monitor activity, but not everyone knows where to look for this information, especially if it is a different smartphone model, fitness bracelets Mi Band or the Miui Health app. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to check the steps, from standard to hidden.

It’s important to understand that step data can vary depending on the device. For example, the Mi Band 7 and Redmi Watch 3 sync with the Zepp Life app, whereas Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO smartphones use the built-in MIUI pedometer or Google Fit. We’ll look at each option in detail so you can choose the best one for your model.

1. View steps on Xiaomi fitness bracelets (Mi Band, Redmi Watch)

If you are using the Mi Band 5/6/7/8 or the Redmi Watch 2/3, the steps are displayed directly on the device screen.

• 📱 Hold the bracelet to your eye (on models with Always-On Display, the information will appear automatically).
• 🔍 Flick the screen right/left until you find the Steps tab (footwear icon or activity chart).
• 📊 Click on the screen to see detailed statistics: steps per day, distance traveled and calories burned.

On the Mi Band 8 and later, the interface is adaptive: if you check steps often, the tab can appear in the quick menu (available after the firmware update). If there is no data, check the sync settings in the Zepp Life app.

⚠️ Note: On the Mi Band Lite (simplified version), the step counter only works when connected to a smartphone. Without synchronization, data is reset after 24 hours.

2.How to check steps through the Zepp Life app (formerly Mi Fit)

The Zepp Life app (formerly Mi Fit) is Xiaomi’s official fitness bracelet management tool to see the statistics:

1. Open Zepp Life and log in (if you haven’t done it before).
2. On the home screen, tap your device card (e.g., Mi Band 7).
3. Scroll down to Activity block – here you can see the steps for today, week or month.
4. For detailed analysis, click More → Steps.

Zepp Life is also available:

• 📅 Weekly reports with activity comparison.
• 🏆 Achievements (e.g. “10 000 steps 5 consecutive days").
• 🔄 Sync with Google Fit or Apple Health.

⚠️ Note: If steps in Zepp Life don't update, check out: 🔋 Bracelet charge (at a level below 10%, the counter may be turned off). 📶 Connection to the smartphone via Bluetooth (in the bracelet settings should burn synchronization icon). 🔄 Firmware version (update through Profile) → Settings of the device → Update).

3.Stepomer on smartphones Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO

All modern Xiaomi smartphones (starting with MIUI 12) have a built-in pedometer that works without additional devices. Data is collected through the accelerometer sensor and the Miui Health app (formerly Health).

To see the steps:

1. Open the Miui Health app (green heart icon).
2. The main screen in the Activity block will show the number of steps for today.
3. To detail, tap on the schedule - statistics will open by hour, day or week.

If no annex is available:

• 🔍 Check the Tools folder or use a search by phone.
• 📥 Install it from the Mi App Store (if removed).
• 🔧 In some models (for example, POCO F5) pedometer built into Settings → Google → Fit.

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If the pedometer on your smartphone shows inaccurate data, calibrate it: walk 20 steps with your phone in your hand, then confirm the number in Miui Health (Settings → Pedometer Calibration).

4. synchronize steps with Google Fit and other services

If you use multiple devices (e.g. Mi Band 7 + Redmi Note 11), the steps may be duplicated or conflicted. To avoid confusion, set up sync:

For Google Fit:

1. Open Zepp Life → Profile → Settings → Accounts.
2. Select Google Fit and log in.
3. Enable the option to Sync steps data.

For Apple Health (on iPhone):

• 🍎 In Zepp Life, go to Profile → Settings → Apple Health.
• 🔄 Allow access to Steps and Distance Travelled data.
• ⚠️ Note that on the iPhone, Xiaomi pedometer works only with a connected bracelet.

Important: When synchronized with multiple services (Zepp Life + Google Fit + Miui Health), the overall steps may be summed up incorrectly. To avoid this, select one primary data source in the settings of each application.

Resetting and calibration of the pedometer: when the data are incorrect

Sometimes the step counter shows inflated or undervalued values.

• 🚶 Incorrect calibration (for example, the phone in your pocket captures unnecessary movements).
• 📱 Sensor failure after update MIUI.
• 🔋 Battery savings (on some models, the pedometer is turned off in energy saving mode).

To reset the data:

1. At Miui Health, go to Profile → Settings → Reset data.
2. Choose Reset Steps and confirm the action.
3. To calibrate, take 10-15 steps with your phone in your hand, then save the changes.

On fitness bracelets:

• 🔄 Restart the device (press the button for 10-15 seconds).
• 📲 In Zepp Life, update the bracelet firmware to the latest version.

⚠️ Note: You can't recover your data after resetting. If you care about your activity history, export it to Google Fit or save screenshots.

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Calibration of the pedometer is required after replacing the battery in the bracelet or resetting the phone to the factory settings, without which the data can differ by 20-30% from the real one.

6. Alternative methods: widgets and third-party applications

If the standard methods do not suit, use alternatives:

Main screen widgets:

• 📱 Add Miui Health widget: Click on the blank space on the screen → Widgets → select the Steps.
• 🔄 The widget is updated every 30 minutes or after the app is opened.

Third-party annexes:

• 🏃 Google Fit – universal tracker with Xiaomi integration.
• 📊 Accupedo – precision pedometer with customizable sensitivity.
• 🚶 Pacer – a social platform for step competitions.

When using third-party applications:

• 🔒 Turn off the built-in pedometer MIUI, avoiding duplication of data.
• 📲 Provide access to physical activity in your phone settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi pedometer