How to Reset Xiaomi Watch: A Complete Guide to Returning to Factory

Owners of Xiaomi wearables often face situations where a smart accessory starts to work incorrectly or requires transfer to a new owner. Resetting is a universal tool for solving many software errors that accumulate during the operation of the gadget. Sometimes the device simply “hangs” or stops synchronizing data with the phone, and then cleaning the memory becomes the only option.

Factory-return procedures may be required when selling a device to delete your personal data, including your workout history and medical records. Hard Reset is often recommended by developers before installing updates or after a failed flashing attempt. Understanding how to properly perform a full reset will help avoid turning a smartwatch into a brick.

In this article, we will take a look at all the memory cleanup methods available for different models, from the popular fitness trackers of the Mi Band series to the advanced Mi Watch and devices of the Amazfit ecosystem. You will learn about the nuances of each method and you will be able to choose the most suitable one for your situation.

When you need a complete reset of your smartwatch

The main reason users are looking for information on how to reset their shaomi clock is a critical performance decline: If the menu interface reacts with a noticeable delay and apps run longer than usual, this is a sure sign of system cache overflow or memory fragmentation. In such cases, data cleaning works as efficiently as on smartphones, returning the device to its former friction.

Another common problem is the Bluetooth connection, and it happens that the watch constantly loses communication with the phone, despite the fact that both devices are in close proximity to each other, reconnecting in the application does not help, and then the only solution is to completely clean the communication settings and return to the original software state.

And don't forget about data security situations, because if you're planning to sell your tracker or give it to someone you know, resetting is a must, and it ensures that your biometrics, location history and notifications don't fall into the wrong hands, and ignoring this step can lead to sensitive information leaking.

⚠️ Before starting the procedure, be sure that the battery charge is at least 50-60%. Interrupting the reset process due to battery discharge may lead to damage to the system partition and the inability to further operate the device.

Reset is also required when you change your Xiaomi account or region of use, and some features may be blocked or not work properly when linked to another region, and a clean installation helps resolve configuration conflicts.

Preparation of the device for the cleaning procedure

Before taking decisive action, a number of preparatory steps must be performed to minimize the risk of loss of important data and ensure the stability of the process, and it is recommended to back up data first, if the watch model supports this function through cloud services or on-premises.

The second important step is to check the compatibility of software versions: make sure that the companion application (such as Mi Fitness or Zepp) is updated to the latest version.

• 🔋 Charge the device to at least half capacity to avoid sudden shutdown.
• 📱 Make sure your smartphone is within radius. 1-2 Meters from hours for stable connection.
• 📝 Write down important data (such as step goals or alarm settings) as it will be deleted.
• 🔓 Turn off all active power saving modes on your smartphone that may interrupt the connection.

Special attention should be paid to breaking the connection with the current account. In some models with the Wear OS operating system or Xiaomi proprietary shells, it may be necessary to pre-unbundle the device in the user profile, which will prevent the new owner from blocking the activation (analogue of FRP on Android).

Method 1: Reset via Mi Fitness or Zepp

The most secure and controlled method is the use of official software. For modern models such as the Mi Band 7/8 and Mi Watch Lite, the main application is Mi Fitness (formerly Xiaomi Wear).

The process starts with opening an app on your smartphone and going to the Profile tab, where you need to find a list of connected devices and select the right hours. In the control menu that opens, you should look for an item that can be called Untie, Unpair or Reset, and this command initiates a remote memory cleanup.

Once the action is confirmed on the smartphone screen, the watch will receive a command to reboot and delete user data. It is important at this point not to close the application and keep the smartphone screen active. The process takes from 30 seconds to 2 minutes, after which the device will restart in the initial setting.

It is worth noting that in some cases, especially when using Chinese firmware versions, there may not be a direct reset button in the menu, then using the Forget Device method in the smartphone's Bluetooth settings, followed by re-pairing with cleanup confirmation.

Method 2: Hardware reset via the clock menu

If communication with the smartphone is lost or the application is unstable, you can use the built-in interface of the device itself, this method is ideal for models with a full operating system, such as the Mi Watch, Mi Watch Revolve or Redmi Watch. On simple trackers without a screen or with a monochrome display, this option may not be available.

To perform the operation, you need to unlock the screen and find the Settings icon (usually depicted as a gear) in the list of parameters, scroll down to the System or About section. This is where Factory Reset is hidden.

Navigating the menu is done either by touching the screen or by using a physical button on the side of the case. Depending on the model, the algorithm may vary slightly, but the logic remains the same: search for the settings section, transition to system options, and select a reset.

Once you select Reset, the system will request confirmation, because it is irreversible. By pressing OK or Confirm, you start a process that cannot be interrupted by the shutdown button. The screen can go out and light up several times, which is normal behavior when formatting internal memory.

The hardware menu is preferable when the watch is “glutching” and does not respond to commands from the phone, in which case the local command is processed faster and more reliable.

Features of reset for different series of devices

Xiaomi’s ecosystem includes many different brands, and each has its own characteristics. For example, the Mi Band trackers (starting with version 6 and later) do not have a full-fledged reset menu on the screen itself. All the control logic is concentrated in the application, and the physical button (or touch area) only serves to turn on the screen or confirm actions.

Devices under the Amazfit brand, which is often confused with Xiaomi due to the close cooperation of the companies, are managed through the Zepp application. The detachment procedure here is similar, but the interface may differ. It is important not to confuse the applications, as new Mi Band models may not be defined in Zepp, and the old Amazfit in Mi Fitness.

Models with Wear OS (such as some versions of the Mi Watch for the global market) offer a deeper level of reset, and you can choose between “Erase all data” and “Reset network settings” options, which give you more flexibility, but also require more attention from the user.

• 📱 Mi Band: Reset via app only (Mi) Fitness/Zepp Life).
• ⌚ Redmi Watch: Supports reset via menu on the screen.
• 🌍 Global Version: May require Google account reset before sale.
• 🇨🇳 CN Version: Chinese versions may have hidden menus available through special combinations.

When working with Chinese versions of watches imported by parallel import, be prepared for the fact that some menu items may be in Chinese, in such cases, the visual identification of icons or the use of a translator through the camera helps.

Solving the Problem: What to Do If the Reset Doesn't Work

Despite the simplicity of the procedure, sometimes the process can go wrong, the watch can hang on the logo, endlessly reboot or simply ignore commands, in such situations, you should not panic, since most problems are solved by software methods.

One of the common problems is the reboot cycle, and the device turns on, shows the logo, and turns off again, so you leave the clock on charge for a few hours, and sometimes the low voltage doesn't allow the formatting process, and the long-term charging fixes the problem.

If the watch doesn't respond to touch and buttons, you can try the cold reset method, which requires you to place the device on charge, wait for the vibration, then quickly turn off the cable and reconnect, and repeating this operation 3-4 times can cause a forced entry into recovery mode (Recovery Mode).

⚠️ Warning: Do not attempt to disassemble the watch case to close the battery contacts if you do not have experience.This will result in a loss of warranty and can be hazardous to health due to damage to the lithium battery.

If nothing helps, and the device remains a “brick”, the only option is to contact an authorized service center, specialists can reflash the device through a special programmer, restoring the factory firmware.