How to Remove Unnecessary Bluetooth Devices on Xiaomi: 5 Proven Ways

The list of paired Bluetooth devices on Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO smartphones grows over time to dozens of items: old headphones, colleagues’ fitness bracelets, car radios or randomly connected speakers. These “dead” devices do not just clutter the menu — they can slow down the search for new gadgets, cause conflicts when connecting, and even drain the battery due to background scanning. In this article, we will examine all the ways to clean the list, including hidden MIUI functions and technical methods for advanced users.

Complicating the problem is that Xiaomi regularly changes the layout of the settings in new versions of the shell.What worked on MIUI 12 may not work on MIUI 14 or HyperOS. We tested all methods on the current firmware in 2026 and highlighted universal solutions that will suit most models, from the budget Redmi Note 12 to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

Why it’s important to remove unnecessary Bluetooth devices

At first glance, the old devices on the pairing list seem harmless, but they affect the Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) module and overall connectivity stability, and these are the key issues that come up with a cluttered list:

• 🔋 Increased battery consumption: Bluetooth uses energy to scan and try to connect to inaccessible devices. On some Xiaomi models, this increases the consumption by 5-12% in standby mode.
• 🔍 Slowing down search: When you turn on Bluetooth, your smartphone consistently polls all the stored devices. The more of them, the longer it takes to discover new gadgets.
• 🔄 Connection conflicts: If there are devices with the same names on the list (for example, Mi Band 5 from different users), the system may connect to the wrong gadget.
• 🛡️ Security risks: Stored devices can be used for Bluetooth attacks (e.g. BlueBorne) if an attacker gains physical access to them.

On Xiaomi smartphones with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chips (such as the Xiaomi 13T Pro), the problem is more pronounced due to the aggressive optimization of the power consumption of the Bluetooth module. In some cases, users complain of spontaneous disconnection of headphones or speakers precisely because of an overloaded pairing list.

Method 1: Standard removal via MIUI settings

The simplest method, which works on all Xiaomi smartphones regardless of the MIUI or HyperOS version, is suitable for removing individual devices without resetting all settings.

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Go to Connections and Sharing (HyperOS can be called Bluetooth and Devices).
3. Slip on Bluetooth.
4. In the list of associated devices, find the unnecessary and click on the icon ⚙️ (squirrels near his name.
5. Select the option to Delete or Forget this device (depending on the firmware version).
6. Confirm the action in the window that appears.

If the gear icon is missing, try holding your finger on the device name for 2-3 seconds – in some versions of MIUI, the context menu with the option of deleting opens.

Check the MIUI/HyperOS version in the settings

Take a screenshot of the list of devices (in case of an error)

Disable important gadgets (earphones, smartwatches) before removing

Charge your smartphone at least 30%

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⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO F5) After removing the device, it may be necessary to restart the smartphone for the changes to take effect. Otherwise, the gadget may again appear in the list after re-enabled Bluetooth.

Method 2: Mass removal through developer modes

If the list of devices is full to the limit (more than 20 positions), it is irrational to delete them one by one, in which case the hidden reset function of all pairings available through the Developer Mode will help.

You can activate it like this:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Find the MIUI version and tap it 7 times in a row. You will be notified of becoming a developer!
3. Return to the main settings menu and open the section Additional → For developers (the HyperOS path may differ: Settings → System → Advanced settings → Developer settings).
4. Scroll down and find the option to Reset Bluetooth settings (or Clear the list of conjugated devices).
5. Confirm the reset and restart the smartphone.

This method removes all stored devices, including current connections (earphones, smartwatches, car systems), and after resetting, they will have to be paired again.

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If the Bluetooth reset option is not in the developer menu, upgrade to the latest version of the firmware. In older builds of MIUI 11 and below, this feature may be hidden.

Method 3: Remove via ADB (for power users)

If standard methods don’t work (e.g., the device doesn’t get deleted due to a crash), you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires connecting the smartphone to your computer, but is guaranteed to clear the list even in cases of software errors.

Instructions for Windows/macOS/Linux:

1. Download and install ADB Tools (or use the platform-tools from Android Studio).
2. Activate USB Debugging in the developer settings (see Method 2).
3. Connect your smartphone to your computer via USB and select File Transfer mode.
4. Open the command line (or Terminal) and type:

adb devices

(Your device name should appear with authorized status.)

adb shell pm clear com.android.bluetooth

This command resets all Bluetooth settings, including the list of devices.

To remove a particular device from its MAC-use the address:

adb shell settings delete global bluetooth_devices_list

adb shell settings put global bluetooth_devices_list "[]"

⚠️ Attention: Teams ADB This can cause you to lose all saved Wi-Fi passwords on some firmware MIUI. Before execution, export backup through Settings → Google → Backup.

Method 4: Clean Bluetooth cache via Recovery

If a smartphone starts to “glue” after updating the firmware or connecting a new device, the problem may lie in the damaged cache of the Bluetooth module. Cleaning through Recovery Mode helps in 80% of cases when standard methods are powerless.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off your smartphone.
2. Press the button combination to enter Recovery: For most models: Volume up + Power. For POCO F3/F4: Volume down + Power. For Xiaomi 12T and newer: Volume up + Volume down + Power.

Wipe & Reset

Clearing the data

Wipe Cache Partition

Wipe Data

Confirm the action and wait for the process to be completed.

Reboot

This method does not remove the devices themselves from the list, but resets the temporary data of the Bluetooth module, which often solves connection problems. After cleaning the cache, it is recommended to manually remove unnecessary devices through settings (see Method 1).

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Cleaning the Bluetooth cache via Recovery is the only way to return the module to work if the smartphone stopped seeing any devices after updating the firmware.

Method 5: Reset all network settings (extreme case)

If none of the methods worked, and Bluetooth problems persist (for example, the smartphone does not find new devices or constantly loses connection), you will have to resort to a complete reset of network settings.

• 📶 All saved Wi-Fi networks and their passwords.
• 🔗 List of associated Bluetooth devices.
• 📡 Mobile network settings (APN).
• 📍 Geolocation data (if network location services were used).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Resetting.
2. Select Network Settings Reset (or Wi-Fi, Mobile Network, and Bluetooth Reset).
3. Enter. PIN-code or pattern lock for confirmation.
4. Wait for the process to be completed and restart the smartphone.

After the reset, you'll have to do it again.

• 🔑 Enter passwords from Wi-Fi.
• 🎧 Hide all Bluetooth devices.
• 📱 Set up mobile internet (APN It is usually restored automatically).

⚠️ Note: On smartphones with HyperOS (such as Xiaomi 14), resetting network settings can also delete your data.SIM. If you are using a virtual SIM-map, pre-save its profile in the operator's application.

How to prevent the accumulation of unnecessary devices

To avoid having to clean the Bluetooth list regularly, follow these rules:

• 🚫 Opt out of automatic connection to public devices (such as in cafes or transport). In Bluetooth settings, turn off the option of Autoconnect to known devices.
• 🔄 Check the list regularly (every 1-2 months) and remove devices you don’t use, especially temporary connections (rented bikes, hotel speakers).
• 🔒 Use Bluetooth Private Mode (available on the Internet) MIUI 14+). It hides your device from scanning and blocks unauthorized connections.
• 📱 Update the firmware. In new versions. MIUI HyperOS improved Bluetooth control system, including automatic cleaning of unused devices.

On Xiaomi smartphones with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and later (such as Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi K60), there is an additional Bluetooth optimization feature in the battery settings. Turn it on so that the system automatically turns off device search in the background.

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If you frequently connect to other devices (such as taxis), create a separate user profile on your smartphone through Settings → System → Multiplayer mode.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing Bluetooth devices on Xiaomi