Honor watch pairing with Xiaomi Redmi: full instructions from A to Z

Honor smartwatches and Xiaomi Redmi smartphones are a popular mix among users, but their connection sometimes raises questions. Although both brands belong to the ecosystem of Huawei and Xiaomi respectively, technically they work on different synchronization protocols. In this article, we will discuss not only the standard Bluetooth connection process, but also the nuances of setting notifications, solving typical errors (for example, “Device not found” or “Pairing error”), as well as alternative ways of communicating through third-party applications.

Features of Honor Watch (MagicWatch series) 2, Watch GS 3, Watch 4 with Redmi (Note models, etc.) 10/11/12, Redmi 13C, Redmi K50 The reason why you need to use the official Huawei Health app is because the Honor watch uses a proprietary synchronization protocol that is not compatible with Mi Fitness or Zepp Life. However, there are workarounds for users who want to avoid installing additional programs.

It’s important to consider the Android version on your Redmi: on Android 12 devices+ Additional permissions may be required to work with the background of the Huawei Health app, and it’s also worth checking the compatibility of a particular watch model – some older versions (such as the Honor Band 4) may not support the latest versions of the Redmi firmware.

1. Preparing Xiaomi Redmi phone to pair

Before you start connecting, make sure your Xiaomi Redmi is ready to interact with your smartwatch.

• 📱 Update the firmware: Go to Settings → The phone. → Update the system and install the latest security patches.This will eliminate possible Bluetooth bugs 5.0/5.2, That's why they use the Honor watch.
• 🔄 Reset your network settings (if you have previously had problems): → SIM-maps and networks → Resetting Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth settings will clear the cache of the coupled devices.
• 🔒 Allow installation from unknown sources: The Huawei Health app is downloaded from APKMirror or AppGallery, so in Settings → Annexes → Special access → Install unknown applications enable permission for the browser.
• 📶 Enable geolocation and Bluetooth: Honor Watches require precise location for some features (like jogging tracking.

If your Redmi is working on MIUI 13/14, Check for the “Improved Bluetooth” feature in Settings → Connected devices → Bluetooth → In addition, shutting it down could solve the connection break problem.

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi) 9A) When activated, Bluetooth can shut down automatically. Add the Huawei Health app to battery exclusions: Settings → Battery → Choice of applications → Huawei Health → No restrictions.

2. Installation and configuration of the Huawei Health app

The official Huawei Health app is the only reliable way to sync the Honor Watch with Xiaomi Redmi.

• 🌐 AppGallery (requires Huawei account registration) ID).
• 📱 From APKMirror (check out version – the Honor Watch 4 requires 13.0.0.300)+).
• 🔗 QooApp (Alternative Store for Asian Apps).

After installation, follow the following steps:

1. Open Huawei Health and sign up (or sign in via Huawei) ID, Google, Facebook).
2. Press Devices. → Add the device → Watch and choose the Honor model.
3. Allow all application requests: access to contacts (for notifications), storage (for backups), phone (for calls).
4. Enable auto-start and work in the background for Huawei Health in settings MIUI.

If the app doesn’t find the watch, try:

• 🔄 Reboot Redmi and Honor Watches.
• 📱 Manually activate the pairing mode on the clock (usually by pressing the button on the clock). 5-10 seconds).
• 🔗 Remove all previously coupled devices in Bluetooth Settings on your phone.

Install Huawei Health

Enable Bluetooth and geolocation

Allow the background work of the application

Restart the clock and phone

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3.Paragraphed pairing of Honor watches with Xiaomi Redmi

When the preparation is complete, we begin the connection process itself. 2, Watch GS Pro, Watch 4) And Redmi phones on MIUI 12-14.

Step 1: Activate the pairing mode on the watch:

• For Honor Watch 4: Press the side button for 3 seconds until it appears QR-code.
• For Honor MagicWatch 2: swipe down the screen and select Connect Phone.

Step 2. On the phone:

1. Open Huawei Health and click “Add Device”.
2. Select a watch model from the list (if not, click on “Other device”).
3. Hold your phone to your watch to scan. QR-code (or enter) PIN-code that is displayed on the watch screen).

Step 3. Confirm the conjugation:

• A confirmation request will appear on the watch – click “Confirm”.
• On the phone, allow access to notifications, calls and fitness data.

The synchronization process will take 2-5 After successful connection, the watch will display a “Connected” notification on the screen, and the main dashboard with data will be displayed in the Huawei Health app.

⚠️ Note: If the Honor watch does not display notifications with Redmi after pairing, check your settings MIUI: Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management → Huawei Health → Permits → Notifications and enable the option “Show notifications».

4. Notification setting and data synchronization

Once successfully paired, you need to configure notifications and synchronization of health data.

For the correct operation of notifications on Xiaomi Redmi, you need:

1. Add Huawei Health to Auto Launch: Settings → Battery → Auto-start.
2. Disable battery optimization for the application: Settings → Annexes → Huawei Health → Battery → No restrictions.
3. Enable the display of notifications on the locked screen in the settings MIUI.

On the Redmi models with MIUI 14+ You may need to disable the Notification Privacy Protection feature in your security settings, otherwise the watch will not display text messages.

Calls and text messages

Messages from messengers

Notifications from social networks

Health data (pulse, steps)

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5. Solving common problems

Even with the right setup, Xiaomi Redmi and Honor Watch users may encounter errors. Consider typical scenarios and ways to fix them:

🔴 Problem: The watch is not on the Bluetooth device list

Causes and solutions:

• 📵 Bluetooth disabled or faulty: Check the module with other devices (e.g. headphones). Redmi 10 sometimes helps to reset Bluetooth settings in Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting network settings.
• 🔋 Low Charge of the Watch: If Battery Level <15%, The watch may not show up in the search. Charge it to 50%+.
• 📱 Conflict with other applications: Remove or stop programs like Mi Fitness or Zepp that may block pairing.

🔴 Problem: Permanent connection breaks

What to do:

• 🔄 Update the firmware of the watch: In Huawei Health, check for updates to the device → Update of the PO.
• 📶 Turn off Wi-Fi on your phone: Sometimes dual-channel (Wi-Fi) + Bluetooth causes conflicts.
• 🔋 Check the energy saving: on Redmi with MIUI 13+ Add Huawei Health to battery exclusions (see Section 4).

🔴 Problem: Health data is not synchronized

Decisions:

• ⏳ Forced Synchronization: In Huawei Health, Go to Device → Synchronize data.
• 📱 Cache Cleanup: In Android Settings, find Huawei Health and clear the cache (Settings) → Annexes → Huawei Health → Warehouse → Clear the cache).
• 🔄 Reinstall the app: Remove Huawei Health, restart your phone and reinstall.

⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI Honor watches stopped connecting, try rolling back the Huawei Health version to 12.0.0.300 – new versions may not be compatible with custom firmware Xiaomi.

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If the Honor watch is not updated through Huawei Health, download the firmware manually from the Huawei website, place the file in the root of the phone’s memory and update through the Device. → Local Update in the App.

6. Alternative ways to connect (without Huawei Health)

If you don’t want to install Huawei Health, there are workarounds to pair the Honor Watch with Xiaomi Redmi:

🔹 Method 1: Notify & Fitness

This versatile smartwatch app supports many Honor models (e.g. MagicWatch 2, Watch). GS Advantages:

• 📱 Works without registration.
• 🔔 Supports notifications from any application.
• 📊 Syncs steps, pulse and sleep with Google Fit.

Disadvantages: There is no official support for new models (for example, the Honor Watch 4 may not work properly).

🔹 Method 2: Amazfit Zepp (for older models)

Some Honor watches (such as the Honor Band 5) are compatible with Zepp (formerly Mi Fit).

1. Install Zepp from Google Play.
2. Manually add the device as "Other".
3. Choose the model as close to your watch as possible (e.g. Amazfit). GTR 2 for Honor Watch GS Pro).

⚠️ Limitation: Not all functions will work (e.g., stress monitoring may not work).

🔹 Method 3: ADB-Teams (for experienced users)

If the watch is defined as an “Unknown Device” in Bluetooth, you can manually assign the correct profile to it using the help of the device. ADB:

adb shell settings put global bluetooth_a2dp_offload_disabled 1


adb shell settings put global bluetooth_hfp_client_available 1

These commands disable Bluetooth optimization in MIUI, What can help with connection problems.

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Using third-party apps (such as Notify & Fitness) may deprive you of official support and firmware updates for Honor Watches.

7. Optimize the work of Honor watches with Xiaomi Redmi

To ensure that the connection between devices is stable, and the functionality of the watch is fully disclosed, follow these tips:

• 🔋 Turn off the adaptive battery for Huawei Health: Settings → Battery → Adaptive battery → Huawei Health → Otknock.
• 📶 Use a stable internet connection: To sync data, the watch connects to the Huawei cloud via a phone. on Redmi with dual Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz) + 5 GHz) Select 2.4 GHz network – it is more stable for background tasks.
• 🔄 Update your watch regularly in Huawei Health and phone in Settings → Updating the system.
• 📱 Customize gestures: Huawei Health can activate “Raising the wrist to wake up” and “turning the wrist to flip” which is convenient when used with Redmi.

For Honor Watch 4 and later, the Fast Pair feature (similar to Google's Fast Pair) is available, which speeds up reconnection to activate it:

1. Turn on Bluetooth and geolocation on Redmi.
2. Put your watch to the phone at a distance. <10 centimeter.
3. Wait for the “New Device Found” notification to appear and follow the instructions.

Battery saving tip: If you don't use constant heart rate monitoring, turn it off in Clock Settings → Health → Pulse frequency → This will increase the time of the Honor Watch from 5 to 7 days.

8. Frequent questions and answers