How to find out the model of Xiaomi watches: a complete guide to identification

Ownership of wearable electronics from the Chinese giant has become the norm, but sometimes the owner faces the question: how to recognize the model of Xiaomi watches? This may be required when searching for a strap, updating a firmware or selling a device in the secondary market. Despite the recognizable design, the Mi Band, Mi Watch and Redmi Watch lines often have visual similarities that confuse inexperienced users.

The easiest way to do this is to find the original box, which has the name on the barcode sticker. However, if the package is lost, don't despair. There are several software and physical methods that allow you to pinpoint the version of your device with high accuracy. Model identification is the first step to operating the device properly, because different versions can have different sensors and functions.

In this article, we will explore all the options available, from inspecting the back cover to deep diagnostics through mobile applications, learn to distinguish between the global and Chinese versions, and understand why this is so important, information will be useful for both fitness bracelet owners and users of full-fledged smart watches.

Visual inspection of the shell and marking

Primary diagnostics always start with an external inspection. Manufacturers often place technical information directly on the device body. In the case of Xiaomi products, the most informative area is the back of the gadget, which is where the pulse sensors and, often, microscopic engraving are located.

Look carefully at the back of your device in good lighting. You need to find fine text that may contain a model number. For example, popular Mi Band bracelets have code like XMSB01 or XMSB03. These alphanumeric symbols are unique identifiers.

• 🔍 Look for the word "Model" or "M/N" clock-back.
• 📏 Pay attention to the screen size and physical buttons.
• 🔌 Check the type of strap attachment (integrated or removable).

⚠️ Warning: Fine engraving can be erased by active wear, and if you wear a watch for several years, this method may not be effective and you will have to resort to software methods.

Also worth noting is the physical controls, like the Mi Watch Lite, which has a touchscreen without buttons, while the Mi Watch has a swivel wheel and button, which are physical differences that help to quickly cut out the inappropriate options from the manufacturer's catalog.

Use the Zepp Life application to identify

For most fitness bracelets and early watches, the main control tool is the Zepp Life app (formerly known as Mi Fit), which automatically identifies the connected device and displays its exact name in the interface.

After pairing the watch with your smartphone via Bluetooth, open the app and go to profile. At the top of the screen or in the Profile section, you will display an image of the device and its full name. This is the most reliable way, since the application reads the internal firmware identifier.

You can find more technical information inside the app, go to the device profile settings, where you often have the serial number and hardware version, and by knowing the hardware version, you can accurately determine the revision of the model, which is especially important for bracelets that come in different versions (for example, with and without NFC).

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The Zepp Life app displays the device name exactly as it is registered in the Xiaomi database, which eliminates visual definition errors.

If the app displays a strange combination of letters and numbers, try typing it into a search engine with the word "Xiaomi." Often, these codes correspond to specific regional versions, which may differ in functionality from global counterparts, and this is critical when trying to install third-party dials.

Model definition through Mi Fitness and WearOS

New smartwatch models like the Mi Watch, Xiaomi Watch S1 and advanced bracelet versions require the Mi Fitness app (formerly Xiaomi Wear).The interface of this app is different from Zepp Life, but the logic of searching for information is similar.

For devices running on the Wear OS (such as the Xiaomi Watch 2), the identification procedure is even easier. Since it is a full-fledged OS from Google, information can be found in the system settings of the watch itself without resorting to the phone, which gives independence from the smartphone at the time of verification.

To find the model in the Wear OS settings:

• 📱 Press the menu button on the clock.
• ⚙️ Select Settings (Settings).
• ℹ️ Go to the System section → About (System) → Phone/watch).

This section will show you the model, build number and Android version, which is especially useful if you're buying a used device and want to make sure you're looking at the version the seller claims, and the software is easier to protect against forgery than stickers on the case.

⚠️ Warning: Don't confuse the model of the device itself with the model of the connected phone, which can appear in the list of Bluetooth devices (Watch/Bracelet info).

Analysis of packaging and accompanying documentation

If the device is new or you have kept the box, it's the fastest way to know the model, and there's always a white barcode sticker on the end of the package, and it contains all the information you need: model name, color, serial number, and production date.

Note the model code, which usually starts with the prefix XMSB (for bracelets) or XMW (for watches), and deciphering these codes allows you to understand not only the model, but also the region of origin. For example, the presence of the Global Version label guarantees support for many languages and work with European servers.

Inside the box is also a brief user guide, and the first or last page often lists specifications and the full name of the model, and although instructions are becoming more minimal, the basic information is always there, and keeping the box is useful not only for identification, but also for warranty maintenance.

Table of popular models and their code designations

To make it easier to identify, we have created a table with the most popular models and their internal designations, and knowing the code of the model helps you find firmware and accessories in international stores.

Using this table, you can compare the code found on the case or in the app against a commercial name, especially when the device is sold under different names in different regions (e.g., Mi Band in China and Xiaomi Smart Band in Europe are the same device).

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When buying straps on AliExpress or Amazon, be sure to include the model code (e.g. XMSB07) rather than just the name, which ensures that the mounts are perfect, as visually similar models may have different docking mechanisms.

Verification via IMEI and Bluetooth settings

Some advanced watches, especially those that support eSIM or have an independent communication module, have a unique IMEI identifier, which can be found in the settings of the device itself or on the box, and entering this number on specialized verification sites allows you to get the full specification of the gadget.

Also useful information is glean from the list of Bluetooth devices on the smartphone when you first connect. Until the device pairs, it often broadcasts its factory name, which may contain the model. For example, instead of "Mi Band 7", you can see "Mi Band 7 NFC" or a technical name like "Xiaomi Smart Band 7".

To get accurate information through settings (if the clock is already connected):

1. Open Bluetooth settings on your phone.
2. Find the connected device in the list.
3. Click on the information icon (i) or gear next to the name.
4. See the "Device Name" or "Model" field.

The good thing about this method is that it works even if the control application is not installed or is not working correctly. The smartphone operating system (Android or iOS) itself requests identification data when pairing.

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