How to tie Xiaomi Mi Band to a smartphone: instructions for all models

The Xiaomi Mi Band fitness bracelets remain among the most popular wearables due to the combination of affordable price, long autonomy and wide functionality. However, many users have difficulties already at the stage of first synchronization with the phone. This article will help you understand how to properly tie any Mi Band model (from Mi Band 2 to Mi Band 8) to Android or iOS smartphones, avoiding typical errors.

We will look not only at the basic steps of installation, but also at the nuances that are often not mentioned in official instructions, from choosing the right application (Mi Fitness instead of the outdated Mi Fit) to solving problems with Bluetooth connection.

What Mi Band models are supported in 2026

The modern Mi Fitness app (formerly Mi Fit) officially supports all Mi Band bracelets since the Mi Band 2 (2016).

• 📱 Mi Band 2/3/4: Full support, but some features (e.g., full support, SpO₂) It can be limited to old iron.
• 🔄 Mi Band 5/6: Require firmware updates through the application to work correctly with the latest versions of Android 13+ iOS 16+.
• ⚡ Mi Band 7/8: Optimized for Mi Fitness, but may conflict with Chinese firmware (e.g, CN ROM).
• ❌ Mi Band 1 and clones: Not officially supported, and will require third-party apps like Notify & Fitness.

Important: Bandlets with Chinese firmware (for example, purchased on AliExpress without a global version) may not sync with the European servers of Xiaomi, in which case you will need to change the account region or flash.

⚠️ Warning: If you buy the bracelet from hand, make sure it is not tied to someone else's Xiaomi account.Otherwise you will need to reset to factory settings via Settings → Reset on the device itself (you need to know for this) PIN, if it is installed).

Preparing the phone before binding

Before synchronization, several critical steps must be taken to avoid connection errors:

1. Update your operating system to the latest version. On Android, check this in Settings. → System system → Update on iOS - in Settings → Mainstream → Update of the PO.
2. Turn on Bluetooth and geolocation. Without it, the app won't be able to detect the bracelet. On Android 12+ You will also need permission for the exact location.
3. Remove old versions of apps (Mi Fit, Zepp) if installed. They may conflict with Mi Fitness.
4. Register a Xiaomi account (if not), use a valid email, which you will need to recover your data.

Pay special attention to app permissions. On Android, after installing Mi Fitness, go to Settings → Apps → Mi Fitness → Permissions and turn on:

• 📍 Location (required!)
• 📱 Notifications (for display) SMS call)
• 🔋 Auto-start (to keep the bracelet synchronized in the background)
• 📁 Storage (for loading dials)

On iPhone after installing Mi Fitness, open Settings → Confidentiality → Geolocation Services and select the App Mode When using or Always.

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If you have a Mi Band. 7/8 android phone 13+, Before binding, turn off the power saving mode for the Mi Fitness application. Otherwise, the sync will be interrupted.

Step-by-step instructions for binding Mi Band

Now, to the synchronization process itself, make sure that the bracelet is at least 20 percent charged, and when the charge is low, the connection can be interrupted.

Press the touch button for 10 seconds to turn on|

Check the charging indicator (must flash green)|

Make sure the bracelet is not tied to another phone.|

Place the bracelet next to your phone (no further than 1 meter)

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Step 1: Installation of the Mi Fitness app

Download the official appendix from:

• 🤖 Google Play for Android
• 🍎 App Store for iOS

Avoid third-party sources – they can distribute modified versions with viruses.

Step 2: Registration or login to your account

When you first start up, Mi Fitness will offer to log in to Xiaomi account.

1. Press Register.
2. Please specify your email (not your phone, this will make it easier to recover).
3. Confirm the mail through the letter.
4. Create a strong password (save it in the password manager!).

Step 3: Adding a device

After logging in to the account:

1. Click on the icon. + (or Add a device).
2. Select your Mi Band model from the list.
3. Allow the app to access Bluetooth and Notifications.
4. Wait until the bracelet appears in the list of detected devices (can take up to 30 seconds).
5. Click on the bracelet name and confirm the pairing.

Step 4: Set up the basic parameters

After successful connection, the application will offer:

• 👤 Enter personal data (gender, age, weight) to correctly calculate calories.
• 🏃 Select goals by steps (we recommend starting with 8,000 per day).
• ⏰ Set alarm clocks and reminders of inactivity.
• 🔒 Install PIN-bracelet code (required if you plan to use Xiaomi Pay).

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If the bracelet is not detected, try restarting Bluetooth on your phone (turn off/on in the notification panel) or restarting the app.

Solving binding problems

Even with the right actions, the connection can end in error. Let's look at the typical scenarios and how to solve them.

Error: "I was unable to connect to the device"

Causes and solutions:

• 🔌 Bracelet discharged: Charge it to at least 30%. Indicator should burn green.
• 📵 Bluetooth conflicts: Turn off other devices (earphones, speakers) and try again.
• 🔄 Outdated bracelet firmware: Update it through Device Profile → Update of the PO.
• 🚫 Bracelet tied to another phone: Reset it via Settings → Reset on the device itself.

Error: "The device is not supported"

This error occurs in three cases:

1. You are trying to tie the Chinese version of the bracelet (with firmware) CN ROM) Solution: Change your account region to China in Mi Fitness settings.
2. You have an outdated model (Mi Band 1) that is not supported by Mi Fitness. Solution: Use Notify & Fitness.
3. You downloaded the pirated version of the app, so you can delete it and install the official version.

The bracelet connects but does not synchronize data

Check the following points:

• 📶 Internet connection: The application requires network access to upload data to the server.
• ⚙️ Background Activity: On Android, add Mi Fitness to battery optimization exceptions.
• 🔒 Permissions: Make sure the app is allowed to access Notices and Contacts (to display caller names).

⚠️ Note: If you are using Mi Band 7 Pro or Mi Band 8 with your iPhone, turn off Intermittent Bluetooth Scanning in iOS settings (Settings) → Bluetooth → i (information) → Intermittent scanning. This will solve the problem of the connection break.

Configure notifications and additional functions

Once you've successfully tied it, you should adjust the bracelet to your needs. Let's look at the key options.

Notifications of calls and messages

To make the bracelet vibrate when entering:

1. Open Mi Fitness and go to Device Profile → Notifications.
2. Turn on the Call Notification switch.
3. Select the apps you want to receive notifications from (such as WhatsApp, Telegram).
4. Set up a Vibration Style (short/long).

On Android, you will also need to manually allow Mi Fitness to access notifications in your system settings:

Settings → Applications → Mi Fitness → Notifications → Allow

Setting up dials

Mi Band supports removable dials that can be downloaded directly from the app:

• 🎨 Open the Device Profile → Dials.
• Choose a category (sports, classics, minimalism, etc.).
• Click on your favorite dial and confirm the download.
• Wait for synchronization (the bracelet should vibrate).

For the Mi Band. 7/8 Animated dials are available, but they drain the battery faster. To save charge, choose a static option.

Activation. NFC Xiaomi Pay

If your model supports you NFC (For example, Mi Band 5 NFC Or Mi Band 7 Pro, you can link a bank card:

1. Open the Device Profile → Xiaomi Pay.
2. Click Add the card and scan it or enter the data manually.
3. Confirm the link via SMS from the bank.
4. Install. PIN-bracelet code (unless you have done so before).

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi Pay does not work with all banks. Before linking the card, check the support on your bank’s website. For example, in Russia, the service is supported by Tinkoff, Sberbank and Alfa-Bank, but there may be restrictions on the types of cards (usually only Mastercard or Visa work).

Sync with other services (Google Fit, Apple Health)

Data from the Mi Band can be automatically exported to Google Fit or Apple Health for a comprehensive analysis.

For Android (Google Fit)

1. Open Mi Fitness and go to Profile → Settings → Data Synchronization.
2. Select Google Fit and log in to your Google account.
3. Allow access to data on steps, pulse and sleep.
4. Press Sync.

For iPhone (Apple Health)

1. Go to Profile. → Settings → Synchronization of data.
2. Choose Apple Health.
3. Turn on the switches for the parameters you want to export (steps, sleep, weight, etc.).
4. Confirm access in the pop-up window.

Note: sync only works one way – from Mi Fitness to Google Fit/Apple Health: Reverse exports (e.g. training data from Strava) are not supported.

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If the data is not synced, check if the Background Activity feature for Mi Fitness is enabled in the phone's battery settings.

How to untie Mi Band from your phone

If you're selling a bracelet or want to link it to another device, you need to properly disconnect it from your current account. It's not enough to just uninstall the app, the bracelet will remain tied to your profile.

Method 1: Through the Mi Fitness app

1. Open Mi Fitness and go to the Device Profile.
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Remove the device.
3. Confirm the action.
4. Reset the bracelet to factory settings: Press the touch button for 10-15 seconds until vibration appears.

Method 2: Using the web version of Mi Account

If your phone is lost or the app is not working:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com.
2. Log in to your account.
3. Go to Device Control.
4. Find your Mi Band on the list and delete it.

⚠️ Note: After untieing all data from the bracelet (steps, sleep history) will be deleted from Xiaomi servers. If you plan to use the bracelet further, back up the data through Profile → Settings → Backup in Mi Fitness.

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