How to tie the bracelet Xiaomi Mi Band to the phone: instructions with pictures and tips

The Xiaomi Mi Band fitness bracelets remain among the most popular wearables due to their combination of functionality, sensor accuracy and affordable price. However, new users often have questions about how to connect the bracelet to a smartphone, what applications are needed, and what to do if synchronization fails. This article will help you understand all the nuances from installing a program to solving typical errors.

The process of binding the Mi Band to the phone takes no more than 5-10 minutes, but requires attention to detail: operating system version, bracelet model and even regional settings of the smartphone. We will look at the official method through Mi Fitness (formerly Mi Fit), alternative applications for older models, and also give recommendations for optimizing the device after connecting. If you encounter an error Unable to connect or bracelet is not determined, there is a section with solutions in the article.

What Mi Band models support phone binding

All Mi Band bracelets, starting with the first version of 2014, can sync with smartphones, but the ways of connecting and the applications required differ. Below is the current compatibility table for 2026:

Note that Mi Band 1-4 bracelets may not support the latest versions of Mi Fitness or Zepp Life apps. APK-Files or alternative programs like Notify & Fitness for Mi Band (available on Google Play) are not usually compatible for models later than Version 5.

If you are not sure about the model of your bracelet, look at the box or the device itself: the version number is indicated on the back of the case (for example, the version number is indicated on the back of the case, XMSH10HM The model can also be identified by the design of the screen:

• 📱 No Screen - Mi Band 1/1S
• 🖥️ Monochrome OLED — Mi Band 2
• 🎨 Color touchscreen - Mi Band 3 and newer
• 🔄 Removable display - Mi Band 8 (module can be worn as a pendant)

Preparing the phone before binding the bracelet

Before connecting Mi Band, make sure your smartphone meets the minimum requirements:

• 📱 Android 6.0+ (For bracelet models newer than Mi Band 3) or iOS 11+.
• 🔄 Bluetooth 4.0 LE (All modern smartphones support).
• 📶 Stable Internet connection (needed to download the bracelet firmware).
• 🔒 Geolocation permissions (required for some features, such as weather).

Also check the following settings:

1. Turn Bluetooth on in the notification panel or through Settings → Connections → Bluetooth.
2. Activate geolocation (in Settings) → Confidentiality → Geodata on Android or Settings → Confidentiality → Geolocation services on iOS).
3. Allow installation from unknown sources (if you plan to use them) APK For older models, go to Settings. → Security → Unknown sources.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi, Redmi or Smartphones POCO You may need to disable battery optimization for the Mi Fitness application, otherwise the sync will be interrupted. → Annexes → Application management → Mi Fitness → Battery → No restrictions.

If you have a Chinese version of the bracelet (for example, with firmware for the market) CN), You may need to change the region in the app before you link it:

1. Set up Mi Fitness and create an account.
2. In the profile settings, select the region Russia or Europe.
3. Restart the app.

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Step-by-step: how to tie Mi Band to the phone

Let’s look at the Mi Band example. 7 Mi Fitness (also relevant to Mi Band) 5/6/8). For older models, the steps may be slightly different.

Step 1: Installation of the application

Download the official appendix:

• 🤖 Android: Mi Fitness in Google Play.
• 🍎 iOS: Mi Fitness in the App Store.

For Mi Band 8 Pro bracelets and newer ones, use Xiaomi Wear.

Step 2: Registration of an account

When you first start the application, you will need to create a Xiaomi account or log in through an existing one.

1. Click "Register."
2. Give me an email or phone number.
3. Confirm registration by SMS or letter.

⚠️ Note: If you use the Chinese version of the bracelet, select Russia or Singapore when registering. the China region may restrict functionality (for example, disable notifications in English).

Step 3: Connecting the bracelet

Now, connect the Mi Band to your phone:

1. Open Mi Fitness and click Add Device (Icon «+» top-right).
2. Select your bracelet model (e.g. Mi Smart Band 7) from the list.
3. Click “Connect” and confirm Bluetooth access.
4. Wait for the app to find the bracelet (it should flash on the screen).
5. Click on the name of the bracelet in the list of found devices.
6. Confirm pairing on the phone and on the bracelet itself (touch the sensor or press the button if it is the Mi Band 2).

If the bracelet is not present, check:

• 🔋 Battery charge (if the charge is less than 10%, the connection may fail).
• 🔄 Bluetooth (reset it on your phone).
• 📱 Distance (the bracelet should be near the phone).

Step 4: Set up the bracelet

After successful connection:

1. Update the firmware of the bracelet (the application will prompt you to do this automatically).
2. Set up notifications in the Device Profile section → Notifications.
3. Activate sleep monitoring, heart rate and blood oxygen levels.

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If the bracelet is not detected, try resetting it to factory settings. To do this, press the touch button for 10-15 seconds (before vibration).

Solving problems when connecting Mi Band

Even with the right actions, synchronization may not work, so let's look at the common mistakes and how to fix them.

Error: “Unable to connect” or “Unable to connect”

Causes and solutions:

• 📵 Bluetooth is not stable → Restart Bluetooth on your phone or restart your device.
• 🔋 Bracelet discharged → Charge it to 50% and try again.
• 📱 Conflict with another device → Remove the bracelet from the list of Bluetooth devices (Settings) → Bluetooth and try to reconnect.
• 🔄 Outdated firmware → Update the Mi Fitness app and bracelet firmware.

The bracelet connects but does not synchronize data

The problem is often associated with energy saving settings:

• ⚡ On Android: Add Mi Fitness to the list of apps not optimized by battery.
• 🍏 On iOS: check that the application is allowed background mode (Settings) → Mi Fitness → Background update).
• 🔄 Restart the app and bracelet (turn it off and plug it back in).

Mi Band not visible on device list

Possible causes:

• 📦 The bracelet is already tied to another phone. → Reset it through Settings. → Untie the device in Mi Fitness.
• 🔧 Incompatible firmware → Try installing Zepp Life instead of Mi Fitness.
• 🛠️ Hardware malfunction → Check the bracelet on another phone.

Alternative ways to tie Mi Band

If the official Mi Fitness app is not suitable (for example, due to regional restrictions or an outdated bracelet model), alternative programs can be used.

Zepp Life app (formerly Amazfit)

Zepp Life supports Mi Band 3-8 and offers advanced health analytics to connect:

1. Download Zepp Life from Google Play or App Store.
2. Sign up or sign in through your Xiaomi account.
3. Click "Add device" and select the bracelet model.

Notify & Fitness for Mi Band

This application is suitable for Mi Band 1-4 and allows you to bypass the limitations of official software.

• 🔔 Support for custom notifications (you can adjust vibration for individual applications).
• 📊 Extended activity schedules.
• 🔧 Ability to change dials without official restrictions.

You can download it from Google Play (Android only).

Connection through third-party launchers

For power users, there are informal firmware (such as Mi Band Master) that reveal the hidden features of the bracelet, but installing them requires:

• 🔓 Unlocked bootloader on bracelet (not for all models).
• 💻 Skills of working with ADB and Fastboot.
• ⚠️ Understanding the risks (loss of warranty, possible device “brick).

⚠️ Note: Unofficial firmware may contain vulnerabilities or disrupt sensors, use them only if you understand the consequences.

Setup Mi Band after binding

After successful connection, it is recommended to optimize the work of the bracelet:

1. Firmware update

To check the relevance of the firmware:

1. Open Mi Fitness and go to the profile of the bracelet.
2. Click on “Firmware Update” (if available).
3. Wait for the download and installation (the bracelet will reboot automatically).

2. Personalization of dials

In Mi Band 5-8, you can install custom dials:

• 🎨 In Mi Fitness, go to the Device Profile → Dials.
• 🔍 Choose your favorite design from the catalog (there are animated options).
• 💾 Click "Install" and wait for synchronization.

3. Set up notifications

To make the bracelet vibrate when calling and texting:

1. In Mi Fitness, open a Device Profile → Notifications.
2. Turn on the "Notification" switch.
3. Select the apps you want to receive notifications from (such as WhatsApp, Telegram).

On iOS, for the correct operation of notifications, you also need:

1. In iPhone settings → Notifications → Mi Fitness Enable "Allow Notifications».
2. Activate “Show on the lock screen”.

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After updating the firmware bracelet reset its settings to factory (via Settings) → Reset to Mi Fitness, which will prevent conflicts with the new software.

How to untie Mi Band from your phone

If you're selling a wristband or you want to tie it to another device, you can untie it from your current phone first, and you can do this in two ways:

Method 1: Through the Mi Fitness app

1. Open Mi Fitness and go to the profile of the bracelet.
2. Press three points (⋮) top-right.
3. Select "Untie the device."
4. Confirm the action.

Method 2: Reset the bracelet to factory settings

If the phone is unavailable (for example, lost), reset directly on the bracelet:

• For Mi Band 1-4: Press the touch button 10-15 seconds before vibration.
• For Mi Band 5-8: Go to Settings → System system → Reset on the bracelet screen.

⚠️ Warning: After resetting all data from the bracelet (steps, sleep history) will be deleted. If you plan to use it further, pre-synchronize the data with the application.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the Mi Band tie-up