How to set an alarm on Xiaomi Band 5: 3 ways + problem solving

The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 fitness bracelet remains one of the most popular gadgets for tracking activity, despite the release of new models, its key function is an alarm clock that wakes up with vibration without disturbing others. However, many users face difficulties in setting up: the Mi Fit application does not sync, the alarm clock goes off at the wrong time, then disappears completely after updating the firmware.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can set your alarm clock on the Mi Band 5, from basic smartphone settings to hidden features like repeating signals or a smart sleep phase alarm clock, and why the bracelet sometimes ignores alarm clocks after 23:00 and how to fix it without resetting.

Preparation: What to check before setting the alarm clock

Before setting your alarm, make sure your Xiaomi Mi Band 5 is ready to go, and alarm clock problems are often caused by basic sync errors or outdated software.

First, check the firmware version of the bracelet.

1. Open the Mi Fit app (or Zepp Life for newer versions).
2. Go to Profile. → Mi Smart Band 5 → About the device.
3. Look at the firmware version line. The current version for 2026 is 1.0.3.54 and up.

If the version is outdated, update the firmware through the same menu. Do not interrupt the update process - this can cause alarm clocks and other functions to fail.

Secondly, make sure that:

• 🔋 The bracelet is charged at least 20% (at low charge, alarm clocks may not work).
• 📱 Smartphone connected to the bracelet via Bluetooth (connection icon should burn in Mi Fit).
• ⏰ The time on the bracelet coincides with the time on the phone (if not, sync manually).
• 🔔 Phone Settings for Mi Fit Allow Notifications and Auto Launch.

Method 1: Set an alarm clock using the Mi Fit (or Zepp Life) app

The most reliable way is to set the alarm through the official app, the interface may vary slightly depending on the version of the software, but the general logic remains.

Open Mi Fit and follow the steps:

1. On the main screen, tap the icon Mi Smart Band 5.
2. Go to the Alarms section (bell icon).
3. Click Add an alarm clock (or + in the upper right corner).
4. Set a time, select the days of the week (you can set a repetition) and save.

Once saved, the alarm clock automatically syncs to the bracelet.

• 🔄 Swipe down on the bracelet screen to update the data.
• 🕒 Go to the bracelet menu: Alarm clocks → check the list.

Save the alarm clock in Mi Fit|

Update on the bracelet (swipe down)|

Check the list of alarm clocks on the screen Mi Band 5|

Make sure the time on the bracelet and phone is the same-->

An important caveat: if you use Zepp Life instead of Mi Fit, the path will be a little different: Device → Alarms → Add. Zepp Life also has a Smart Alarm option that wakes you up in the optimal sleep phase 30 minutes before the set time.

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If the alarm clock does not appear on the bracelet after synchronization, restart the gadget: press the touch button for 10 seconds until the Mi logo appears.

Method 2: Set the alarm clock directly from the Xiaomi Mi Band 5 bracelet

Not everyone knows, but you can set the alarm without a smartphone, right on the screen of the bracelet, which is convenient if the phone is dead or not at hand.

Instructions:

1. Wake up the bracelet screen (raise your hand or tap on the display).
2. Swipe left until you find the menu More (three dots).
3. Select alarm clocks. → Add.
4. Set the time with swipes up/down (hours and minutes are set separately).
5. Choose the day of the day of the day of the day.
6. Press Ready (checkmark).

Limitations of this method:

• ❌ There is no way to set a smart alarm clock (only fixed time).
• ❌ You can’t set a melody, just vibration.
• ❌ If the bracelet is discharged, the alarm clock will reset (unlike the synchronized ones through Mi Fit).

Tip: If you need to quickly turn off your alarm in the morning, just tap the bracelet screen when you vibrate, the signal will stop. To remove the alarm, go to the alarm menu on the bracelet, select the one you want and swipe left.

Method 3: “Smart alarm clock” – waking up in the optimal phase of sleep

Xiaomi Mi Band 5 supports Smart Alarm, which analyzes sleep phases and wakes you up 30 minutes before your set time, helping you wake up alert and undeterred.

How to turn on:

1. In the Mi Fit app, go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 5 → Alarm clocks.
2. Add a new alarm clock or edit an existing one.
3. Activate the Smart Alarm Switch.
4. Select the time interval (by default - 30 minutes).

The function works only if:

• 🛌 You sleep with a bracelet (sleep data should be recorded).
• 📊 Mi Fit Settings Enables Sleep Monitoring (Profile) → Settings → Sleep monitoring).
• 🔋 Bracelet charge above 15% (otherwise sleep tracking is turned off).

Important: a smart alarm clock can go off 10 to 25 minutes earlier if the bracelet captures the phase of light sleep, and if you're used to waking up on a time-sensitive basis, you'd better use a regular alarm clock.

Common Problems and Their Solutions

Even after setting the alarm on the Mi Band 5 correctly, we can look at the typical causes and ways to fix them.

Special case: If the alarm clock stopped working after the firmware update, try:

1. Remove all alarms in Mi Fit.
2. Reset the bracelet (click the button for 10 seconds).
3. Add the alarm clocks again.

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If the bracelet does not vibrate when the alarm goes off, check if the "Do Not Disturb" mode is turned on (Settings → Do Not Disturb).

Hidden Alarms Functions on Mi Band 5

In addition to the basic settings, the bracelet has several non-obvious features that few people know about:

• 🔕 Quiet alarm: If you turn on Do Not Disturb on the bracelet, the alarm will vibrate, but will not show a notification on the screen.
• 🔄 Vibration repetition: in Mi Fit, you can set the repeat signal in 5-10 minutes (repeat when editing the alarm clock option).
• 🌙 Night mode: if the alarm is set for the time from 22:00 to 6:00, the brightness of the screen when triggered will be automatically reduced.
• 📴 Alarm clock without phone: if the bracelet disconnected from the smartphone, alarm clocks will still work (they are stored in the memory of the gadget).

Another great thing is to quickly turn off the alarm clock the next day.

1. When the bracelet starts to vibrate, tap the screen.
2. Swipe left on the alarm.
3. Select "Unplug for tomorrow."

This option only works for one-time alarms or repeating ones if you cancel a particular day.

Comparison with other Xiaomi models: what has changed in the new versions

If you’re planning to upgrade your wristband, it’s helpful to know how the alarm clock function has changed in the new Xiaomi models:

As you can see, there is no option to choose a tune in Mi Band 5, only vibration. If that's critical, consider upgrading to the Mi Band 7 or newer.

Fun fact: In the Mi Band 5, alarm clocks can be triggered even if the bracelet is in flight mode (all wireless modules are disabled), thanks to the standalone timer in the firmware.

FAQ: Frequent questions about alarm clocks on Xiaomi Mi Band 5