How to reset Xiaomi Mi Band 5 to factory settings: 5 proven ways

The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 fitness bracelet is one of the most popular wearables, but even with it, there are sometimes problems: interface glitches, synchronization errors or the need to transfer the gadget to a new owner. In such cases, resetting to factory settings helps - a procedure that returns the bracelet to its original state, removing all user data.

In this article, you will find 5 current reset methods (including methods for a broken screen), figure out what data will be deleted, and learn how to avoid typical errors. We will also compare the effectiveness of each method in the table and answer frequent questions from users.

Why you might need to reset the Mi Band 5

Factory resets are not a panacea, but they solve most software problems, and here are the main reasons why users resort to this procedure:

• 🔄 The bracelet brakes or freezes - after updating the firmware or prolonged use, the interface begins to "lay down", and the touch screen does not respond well to touch.
• 📱 Synchronization problems – Mi Band 5 does not connect to the Mi Fitness app (formerly Mi Fit), data is not updated, or errors such as “Device disabled” occur».
• 🔒 Mistakes after changing your smartphone – if you change your phone, the bracelet may not see the new device due to being tied to your old account.
• 📦 Preparation for sale / transfer – in order for the new owner to link the bracelet to his account, you must delete all data of the previous user.
• 🔋 Discharge failures – if the Mi Band 5 is completely discharged and is unstable after charging, resetting often helps restore performance.

It's important to understand that resetting doesn't solve hardware problems -- if the bracelet doesn't turn on because of a damaged battery or charging connector, it will need repair, but 80 percent of the time, software glitches are eliminated by returning to factory settings.

What data will be deleted when reset

Resetting to factory settings is a complete formatting of the memory of the bracelet. After the procedure with the Xiaomi Mi Band 5, the following will disappear:

The only data that can be recovered after a reset is the activity history, but only if it was synchronized with the Mi Fitness app before the procedure is performed.

⚠️ Note: If you use Mi Band 5 with multiple accounts (such as household members), after resetting the bracelet will “forget” all the bindings.

Method 1: Reset via Mi Fitness (recommended)

The easiest and safest method is to use the official Mi Fitness app (formerly Mi Fit), which is suitable if the bracelet is turned on, connected to the phone and reacts to touch.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Mi Fitness app on your smartphone.
2. Go to the Profile section → My devices and choose Mi Band 5.
3. Slap the icon. ⚙️ («Settings) in upper right corner.
4. Scroll down and select Disable Device (or Delete Device in Newer Versions).
5. Confirm the action - the bracelet will be untied from the account and reset.

After that, the Mi Band 5 will reboot and return to factory settings, so you can reconnect it as a new device.

Sync with cloud | Charge the bracelet at least 50% | Make sure you have a stable Bluetooth connection |Remember your current settings (screenshot)

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⚠️ Warning: If the app doesn't have a Disable Device button, upgrade Mi Fitness to the latest version. In older versions, this item could be called Remove the bracelet or hide in the submenu.

Method 2: Hardware reset through the button of the bracelet

If the bracelet doesn't connect to the phone or the app can't see the device, you can reset directly to the Mi Band 5 with a physical button, which works even without the smartphone.

Instructions:

1. Remove the bracelet from your hand and place it on a flat surface with the screen up.
2. Find the touch button on the case (it is located under the screen, under the icon "home").
3. Press the button for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears on the screen.
4. Release the button and the bracelet will start the reset process (it will take about 30-60 seconds).
5. After the reboot, a welcome message in Chinese/English will appear on the screen.

If the screen does not respond to prolonged pressing, try to connect the bracelet to charging and repeat the procedure. Sometimes a discharged battery blocks the reset.

Method 3: Reset via the bracelet menu (if the screen is running)

If the bracelet is turned on and reacts to touch, but you don't want to use the app, you can reset the settings through the built-in menu, which is suitable for advanced users, since it requires navigation through the Chinese / English interface.

How to do this:

1. On the Mi Band 5 home screen, swipe up to open the menu.
2. Find the icon. ⚙️ («Settings") and tap it.
3. Scroll down to Reset (or characters like “”).
4. Confirm the reset by selecting Yes (or tick). ✅).
5. The bracelet will reset and return to factory settings.

If you have Russian firmware, the reset point may be called “Reset settings” or “Restore factory” and in the case versions (with characters), focus on the icon with a circular arrow or a garbage can.

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If you can't find the reset point, try updating the bracelet firmware through Mi Fitness. In new versions of the software, the menu may differ, and the "Reset" option becomes more noticeable.

Method 4: Reset via charger (if bracelet is not turned on)

If the Mi Band 5 doesn't respond to a button, doesn't turn on or hangs on the logo, you can try resetting through the charger, which works by resetting the controller hardware with a certain sequence of actions.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the bracelet to the charger (use the original Xiaomi cable).
2. Make sure the charging indicator is on fire (red or green LED).
3. Press the touch button under the screen and hold it for 20-30 seconds.
4. Without releasing the button, disconnect the bracelet from charging for 5 seconds, then plug it back in.
5. Keep holding the button for another 10 seconds, the bracelet should reset.

If the procedure is successful, the Mi logo will appear on the screen, followed by the initial setting menu, and if not, repeat the steps or check the charger's health.

⚠️ Warning: This method may not work on bracelets with a severely discharged battery.If the charging indicator is not on, charge the device for 15-20 minutes first, then try again.

Method 5: Reset via ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods have failed and the bracelet still doesn't work properly, you can try resetting via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires a PC with drivers installed and is only suitable for users familiar with the command line.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable for bracelet connection (special adapter or modified cable is needed).
• 🛠️ Installed drivers ADB and fastboot utility.

Instructions:

1. Connect the Mi Band 5 to your PC via an adapter (e.g. USB-TTL).


2. Open the command line (Terminal/CMD) and enter:




adb devices




(Your device should be displayed)




3. Perform the reset command:




adb shell am broadcast -a android.intent.action.MASTER_CLEAR




4. Wait for the bracelet to reset.

This is a risky method, because if you do something wrong, you can damage the firmware, and you can only use it if other methods don't work, and you know what you're doing.

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ADB-Reset is a last resort, and 95 percent of the time, standard methods (via an app or a button) help. ADB Only if the bracelet is fully “brick” and does not respond to other actions.

Comparison of Reset Methods: Which One to Choose

To make it easier for you to decide, we have compiled a comparative table of all ways to reset the Mi Band 5 with an indication of their pros, cons and complexity.

For most users, the first or second method is the best, and charging and ADB methods should only be used in extreme cases when other options have not worked.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you reset the Mi Band 5, users often make mistakes that can lead to even bigger problems, and here are the most common mistakes and how to prevent them:

• 🔋 Reset at low charge - if the battery is less than 30% depleted, the bracelet may turn off during the procedure and "brick." Always charge the device before resetting!
• 📱 Sync Interrupt – if you turn off Bluetooth or close Mi Fitness during a reset via the application, data can be lost irretrievably.
• 🔄 Multiple resets in a row - if the first reset didn't work, don't repeat the procedure right away. Give the bracelet time to initialize (5-10 minutes).
• 🔌 Use of unoriginal cable – cheap chargers may not provide stable power, which will lead to failure during hardware reset.
• 🛠️ ADB without backup – if you decide to reset through the command line, first create a backup of the firmware (adb backup command).

If the bracelet is not turned on or detected by the phone after reset, try:

1. Connect it to charging for 1-2 hours.
2. Install/update the Mi Fitness app.
3. Reboot your smartphone (sometimes it helps to reset the Bluetooth cache).

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If after resetting the bracelet gives a connection error, try to “forget” it in the Bluetooth settings of the smartphone, then re-assign through Mi Fitness.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions