How to change the language to Russian in the application Xiaomi Wear: 5 working ways

Xiaomi Wear (formerly Mi Fit) is the official tool for managing the brand’s fitness bracelets and smartwatches. But many users face a problem: after buying a gadget abroad or updating the software, the application’s interface (or the device itself) suddenly switches to English, Chinese or another language. Russian may not be on the list of available options, even if your smartphone is running in Russian.

In this article, we'll look at all the current ways to change the language, from basic settings to hidden methods for devices with informal firmware. We'll focus on the nuances for different models: Mi Band 7/8, Smart Band 8 Pro, Watch 2 Pro and others. If the standard menu path didn't work, we have backup options.

Important: the procedure may vary depending on the version of the application (Xiaomi Wear or outdated Mi Fit), the region of purchase of the gadget and the firmware of the device. We tested the instructions on current versions of the software (2026), but if your bracelet is released before 2021, some points may not match.

Before proceeding, make sure that:

• 📱 Your smartphone is connected to the Internet (required to download language packs).
• 🔄 Xiaomi device synced with the app (check Bluetooth).
• 📲 Xiaomi Wear Updated to the Latest (Google Play or App Store).

1. Standard method: changing the language through the application settings

If the Russian language is available in the system, but not activated, first check the settings of the application itself. This method works for official firmware and most models released after 2020 (Mi Band 6/7, Watch S1 and later).

Instructions:

1. Open the Xiaomi Wear app on your smartphone.
2. Go to Profile → Application Settings → Language (or Language if the current language is not Russian).
3. In the list, find “Russian” (or Russian) and select it.
4. Confirm the change and wait for the device to sync (reboot of the bracelet may be required).

⚠️ Note: If there is no Russian in the list of languages, this means that your version of the application or the device firmware does not support localization for Russia / CIS.

For devices with Mi Fit (outdated version), the path may be different: Profile → Settings → App Language. If you do not have an option, update the application to Xiaomi Wear through the app store.

2. Change the language through smartphone settings (for Android)

Sometimes the problem is not the bracelet, but the regional settings of the phone. If the smartphone is set to another region (for example, China or Europe), the Xiaomi Wear app can automatically load the wrong localization.

How to fix it:

• 🌍 Go to Android Settings → System system → Language and input → Languages.
• 📌 Add Russian to the priority (drag it to the top of the list).
• 📍 Check the region: Settings → Additionally. → Language and region → Select Russia or Ukraine/Kazakhstan (if your gadget is purchased in the CIS).
• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone and re-open Xiaomi Wear.

A critical nuance: if your smartphone is purchased in China (models for the local market), changing the region may block some features, such as Google Play or banking applications.

For iPhone owners:

• 🍎 Go to Settings. → Mainstream → Language and region.
• 🇷🇺 Establish Russian as the main language and region of Russia.
• ⚠️ After changing the region, you may need to re-bind the bracelet in Xiaomi Wear.

3. Manual firmware update for adding Russian

If your bracelet or watch is not natively Russian (typical for devices purchased in Asia or Europe), you will need to upgrade to a localization-enabled version, a method that is suitable for advanced users, as it involves the risk of “bricking” the gadget.

Step-by-step:

1. Download the firmware for your model in Russian. The official files can be found on the Xiaomi Firmware website (select the version for your region).
2. Install Mi Fit (if not already installed) or Xiaomi Wear. Some models will require Mi Band Tools (unofficial software).
3. Connect the bracelet to your PC (for the Mi Band 3/4/5 you need a special cable, for new models - Bluetooth is enough).
4. Run the update through the app menu: Profile → Device settings → Firmware update.

🔧 For advanced users: if the official update does not add Russian, you can use custom firmware (for example, from the Amazfit community.

Table of compatibility of firmware with Russian language:

⚠️ Warning: Do not interrupt the firmware update process! If the bracelet turns off during installation, it may stop responding to charging).

4. Use of third-party applications (Mi Band Tools, Notify for Mi Band)

If the official methods didn't work, you can use informal utilities that allow you to change the language, settings and even set custom dials.

• 🛠️ Mi Band Tools – Supports Mi Band 3-8, Smart Band 7/8 Pro. Allows you to change the language without firmware.
• 🔔 Notify & Fitness for Mi Band – works with most models, but requires root rights on the phone.
• 🌐 Amazfit Tools for Xiaomi Watch and Amazfit.

Instructions for Mi Band Tools:

1. Download the app from Google Play (for Android).
2. Connect the bracelet through the original Xiaomi Wear app.
3. Open Mi Band Tools and go to Settings → Language.
4. Select "Russian" and confirm synchronization.

⚠️ Note: Third-party utilities may conflict with official software:

• Create a backup of the bracelet data in Xiaomi Wear.
• Turn off auto-update firmware in the device settings.

For the iPhone, alternatives are limited due to the closedness of iOS, with the only option being the Mi Band Master app, but it doesn't support language change on new models.

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If the characters are displayed in the Krakozabra after changing the language in Mi Band Tools, try rebooting the bracelet (hold the 10 seconds button) or changing the font in the application settings.

5. Resetting the bracelet to factory settings

If all previous methods failed, the last chance is a complete reset of the device, which will delete all data (steps, alarm clock settings, dials), but often solves language problems, especially after unsuccessful updates.

How to reset Mi Band or Xiaomi Watch:

1. In the Xiaomi Wear app, go to Profile → Device Settings → Untie the device.
2. On the bracelet itself: For the Mi Band 7/8: press and hold the touch button for 15 seconds until the vibration appears. For the Watch 2 Pro: Settings → System → Reset.

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🔄 After the reset, the device will return to the factory firmware. If the problem was a software failure, the Russian language should appear. If not, your model does not initially support localization (see table in section 3).

⚠️ Note: On some models (Mi Band 5 and older), the application reset may not work:

1. Charge the bracelet to 100%.
2. Turn it off the phone.
3. Press the touch button 20+ times in a row (for Mi Band 6/7) or hold for 30 seconds (for Watch).