How to tie a smartwatch to a Xiaomi phone: full instructions for all models

Xiaomi smartwatches and fitness bracelets have become an integral part of the daily lives of millions of users, helping to track physical activity, monitor sleep, receive notifications and even pay for purchases. However, before you start using all these features, you need to properly tie the device to a smartphone, a process that can seem difficult for beginners, especially if it is the first watch or non-standard models.

In this article, we will discuss in detail how to sync any Xiaomi smartwatch with a phone - from the budget Mi Band to the flagship Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro. You will learn not only the basic configuration steps, but also the nuances of working with different versions of firmware, solving typical errors and ways to optimize connection.

If you’re facing problems like persistent disconnects, inability to find a device on the list of available devices or login errors, here you’ll find proven solutions. And for those who want to make the most of their watches, we’ve prepared unique tips on setting up notifications, energy saving and integration with other Xiaomi services.

What Xiaomi Watch Can Be Tieted to Your Phone

Xiaomi has a wide range of wearables, and most of them support synchronization with smartphones. However, not all models are compatible with the same app or Android version.

• 📱 Fitness bracelets of the Mi Band series: from Mi Band 2 to Mi Band 8 (including versions NFC). These devices use the Mi Fitness app and connect via Bluetooth. 4.2/5.0.
• ⌚ Smart watch Xiaomi Watch: Xiaomi Watch S1/S2, Watch Color 2, Watch 2 Pro. Require Mi Fitness or Wear OS (for Google-based models).
• 🏃 Amazfit sports watches: although the Amazfit brand is owned by another company, many models (for example, the Amazfit brand) are also used by other companies, GTR 4 or GTS 4) use the same software as Xiaomi devices.
• 💍 Children's watches and trackers: for example, Mi Bunny or Xiaomi Mi Child Watch.

It is important to consider that compatibility depends on the version of Android. For example, the Mi Band 8 requires Android 6.0.+, Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro – Android 8.0+. Also, some features (such as contactless payment) can only work on phones with a mobile phone. NFC The latest version of Mi Pay.

⚠️ Note: If your phone is older than 2018, check Bluetooth 5.0 support in specifications before buying a watch. Bluetooth 4.0 devices (e.g. Redmi) 4A) They may not work well with new bracelets.

Preparing Xiaomi phone to bind the clock

Before you start syncing, you need to make sure your smartphone is ready to connect. Here are the key steps to prepare:

1. Update your phone's firmware. Go to Settings. → The phone. → Update the system and install the latest version MIUI. This will eliminate possible Bluetooth bugs.
2. Turn on Bluetooth and geolocation. Xiaomi watches require activated Bluetooth (no visible mode required) and permission to GeoData for the Mi Fitness app.
3. Remove old apps. If you've used Mi Fit or Zepp Life before, uninstall them and install the current version of Mi Fitness from Google Play or AppGallery.
4. Allow auto-start. In Settings. → Annexes → Application management → Mi Fitness Enable Auto Start and Allow Background Activity.

For Xiaomi phones with MIUI 12+ It is also recommended to disable battery optimization for Mi Fitness:

1. Go to Settings → Battery and Performance → Battery Consumption Management.
2. Find Mi Fitness in the list and select No Limits.

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If you have a custom firmware phone (like LineageOS), check the Bluetooth module before connecting the watch through a test app like Bluetooth Checker. Some firmware has bugs with low-energy Bluetooth (BLE).

If you are using Xiaomi with a double SIM-In the card, make sure that the main SIM-The card supports VoLTE, otherwise there may be conflicts when synchronizing notifications.

Step-by-step instructions for linking the clock to the phone

Now, to the synchronization process itself, the instructions are suitable for most Xiaomi models, but we will point out the nuances for specific devices.

Install the Mi Fitness app|Charge the clock to 50%+|Turn on Bluetooth on your phone|Allow all requests of the application

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Step 1: Install and configure Mi Fitness

Download the Mi Fitness app from the official store:

• 📱 Google Play for Android)
• 🍎 App Store (for iOS)

After installation:

1. Open the app and select the region of Russia (or your country).
2. Register with Xiaomi Account, Google or Apple ID.
3. In the main menu, click Profile → Add the device.

Step 2: Finding and Connecting the Watch

Algorithm of action:

1. Make sure the watch is unlocked (for the Mi Band, uncharge and touch the sensor).
2. In the Mi Fitness app, select your watch model from the list (e.g. Mi Smart Band 8).
3. Press Connect and wait for the phone to find the device. The clock will show a confirmation code.
4. Compare the code on the watch screen and in the app. If they match, click Confirm.

For the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, the process is slightly different:

• 🔄 After connecting, you will need to update the firmware of the watch through the application (it will take 5-10 minutes).
• 📱 The phone will be asked to install Wear OS (If the clock is running on this platform).

Step 3: Set up notifications and permissions

After successful binding:

1. In the Mi Fitness app, go to the Profile section → Your device. → Notifications.
2. Turn on the option to Show notifications and select the applications from which you want to see alerts on the watch.
3. In Phone Settings → Annexes → Mi Fitness → Permits to turn on: 📱 Notifications 📍 Geolocation 📁 Storage (for backup copies)

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi phones with MIUI 14+ After the system update, you may reset your Autorun permission for Mi Fitness.

Solving typical problems in binding

Even with the correct following of the instructions, users often encounter errors, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

1.The phone does not see the clock in the list of devices

Possible causes and solutions:

• 🔋 Battery discharge: charge the device to at least 30%. Mi Band does not turn on Bluetooth at a charge level below 15%.
• 📱 Conflict with other devices: disconnect from the phone other wearable gadgets (earphones, speakers).
• 🔄 Older watch firmware: for Mi Band 6/7 You may need to manually update via the firmware file (downloaded from the Xiaomi forum).

2. Xiaomi Account Authorization Error

If you log in to Mi Fitness, you can see the message "I failed to log in to your account":

1. Make sure you are using the right region (e.g. Russia, not China).
2. Remove the app cache in Settings → Annexes → Mi Fitness → Warehouse → Clear the cache.
3. If you MIUI Create a new account through the official website by selecting the Global region.

3.The clock is connected but does not synchronize data

The problem is often related to background limitations:

• 🛠️ In Mi Fitness go to Profile → Settings → Sync data and click Sync now.
• 📵 Turn off the power saving mode in the phone settings.
• 🔄 Reconnect the clock: in Mi Fitness, select Disable the device, then re-tether the binding.

Can't see the device.|Authorization error|Data is not synchronized|The clock is running out fast.|Another problem.|It's working perfectly.

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4.Fast discharge of the watch battery after tethering

If the clock is discharged in 1-2 days instead of the declared 14:

• ⚡ Turn off the constant pulse in the clock settings (saves up to 40% charge).
• 📵 Reduce notification frequency or turn off vibration for unimportant apps.
• 🔄 Update the watch firmware through Mi Fitness (new versions optimized energy consumption).

Alternative ways of binding (without Mi Fitness)

If the official application does not work or you want to use additional features, you can use alternative methods.

1 Notify & Fitness app for Mi Band

Notify & Fitness is a popular third-party software for advanced customization of the Mi Band.

• 🔔 Set up individual notifications for each application.
• 🎨 Change the dials without restrictions (including custom dials).
• 📊 Export data to Google Fit or Apple Health.

Instructions for connection:

1. Download Notify & Fitness from Google Play.
2. In the app settings, select the model of your watch.
3. Press Connect and confirm the pairing on the clock.

2. Connect via Amazfit (for Xiaomi watches on Zepp) OS)

Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Xiaomi Watch) S1) They are working on the Zepp platform. OS and can be connected via the Zepp app:

1. Install Zepp from Google Play.
2. Register and select Add Device.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen (similar to Mi Fitness).

⚠️ Warning: When using third-party apps, disable autosynchronization in Mi Fitness to avoid conflicts. Dual connection can cause clock malfunctions.

Manual Bluetooth connection (for power users)

If the clock is determined by the phone but not connected via the app, you can try manually binding:

1. Enable Developer Mode on the Watch (for Xiaomi Watch: Settings) → About the clock → Version of the software, press 5 times).
2. On your phone, go to Settings. → Bluetooth and find the clock in the list.
3. Connect manually using PIN-code 0000 or 1234.

This method is suitable for the Amazfit Bip or Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite, but may not work with newer models due to firmware limitations.

Optimizing the hours after the binding

To ensure that the watch works stably and as long as possible, after binding, it is recommended to perform several additional settings.

1. Set up notifications

By default, Mi Fitness duplicates all notifications from your phone, which can be redundant.

• 📱 In Mi Fitness go to Profile → Notifications.
• 🔕 Disable unnecessary apps (such as games or social media).
• 🔔 Include only important for messengers and calls.

Energy conservation

To extend the battery life:

• ⚡ In the clock settings, turn off Automatic Activity Detection (if not used).
• 🌙 Set your sleep mode for the period from 23:00 to 7:00 (saves up to 20% charge).
• 🔄 Update the watch firmware with Mi Fitness (new versions optimized for energy efficiency).

3. Synchronization with other services

Xiaomi watches can be integrated with popular platforms:

• 🏃 Google Fit: Go to Mi Fitness Profile → Settings → Synchronization with Google Fit.
• 🍎 Apple Health (for iPhone): Enable data export in Mi Fitness settings.
• 💳 Mi Pay: to pay from the clock, link your bank card in the Mi Pay application.

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For maximum stability, disable battery optimization for Mi Fitness and add the app to the list of Secure apps in the settings MIUI.

4. Customization of dials

Standard dials in Mi Fitness are limited, but you can set custom:

1. Download dials from sites like Amazfit Watch Faces (supports.bin and.json formats).
2. In Mi Fitness go to Profile → Dials → Add a dial.
3. Select the downloaded file and confirm the installation.

For Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro (on Wear) OS) The dials are installed via Google Play on the watch itself.

Linking the watch to other brands’ phones

Xiaomi watches are optimized for smartphones MIUI, They can be linked to other manufacturers' devices, but there are nuances:

1.Samsung, Huawei, Honor phones

On the phones with EMUI (Huawei or One UI (Samsung):

• 📱 Install Mi Fitness from Google Play or AppGallery.
• 🔧 In the phone settings, turn off Battery Optimization for Mi Fitness.
• 🔄 If the watch is not connected, try notify & fitness.

2. iPhone (iOS)

Not all features are available for iPhone, but basic synchronization works:

• 🍎 Install Mi Fitness from the App Store.
• 🔔 Notifications will only come from standard applications (Calls, Messages, Calendar).
• 🚫 Not working: Mi Pay, some dials, voice assistant.

3. Phones without Google Services (e.g. on Aurora) OS)

If your phone doesn’t have Google Play, download Mi Fitness in the format. APK from verified sources:

• 🔗 APKCombo (select the latest version).
• 🔧 Before installation, allow Installation from unknown sources in security settings.
• 🔄 Notifications may need to be manually configured through ADB:

adb shell pm grant com.xiaomi.hm.health android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED

⚠️ Note: On phones without Google Services (e.g., on some Huawei models without Google Services) GMS) Contactless payments and some geolocation features will not work.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi watch binding