How to remove vibration when the alarm clock is triggered on Xiaomi: all methods

Why Xiaomi’s alarm clock is vibrating and how to fix it

Vibration of the alarm clock on Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO smartphones can be a real problem — especially if you sleep sensitively or share a bed with someone who wakes up from the slightest vibration. Unlike the sound signal, vibration makes the entire phone shake, which not only irritates, but also drains the battery faster than a regular call. Fortunately, MIUI has several ways to turn this feature off, but they are hidden in different sections of settings.

The main difficulty is that Xiaomi regularly updates the MIUI interface, and the location of options can vary depending on the firmware version. For example, in MIUI 12, the path to the alarm settings is different from MIUI 14, and some models (for example, the POCO F5 or Redmi Note 12) do not have a separate switch for vibration at all. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods for turning off the vibration of the alarm clock for 2026, including hidden settings and workarounds for older versions.

Before you get to the instructions, make sure that the problem is in the alarm clock, not in the general vibration settings of the phone. For example, if you have Do Not Disturb with alarm exceptions, the vibration can persist even when the sound is turned off. Also check if you have a third-party alarm app (for example, Google Clock or Sleep as Android) - in which the vibration settings are set separately.

Method 1: Turn off vibration in the standard “Clock” application

The most obvious method is to use the built-in Watch app (or Clock on global firmware), which works on most Xiaomi models, including the Redmi Note 11, POCO X5, Mi 11 and newer devices.

  1. Open the Watch app (an icon with a dial on the home screen or in the app menu).
  2. Go to the Alarm tab (usually at the bottom of the screen).
  3. Click on an already created alarm clock or create a new one (button + in the lower right corner).
  4. In the alarm settings, find the Vibration option (or Vibration on English firmware).
  5. Switch the slider to the off position (grey).
  6. Save the changes by clicking Ready or OK.

If Vibration is not listed, then your version of MIUI uses the general vibration settings for all notifications.

Make sure the alarm is on (activation slider is green)

Check the volume of the signal (is it at a minimum?)

Close all background applications (they can block changes)

Restart your phone if the settings do not apply-->

On some models (such as the Xiaomi 13T or Redmi K60), the vibration option can be hidden behind additional settings to find it:

  1. In the alarm menu, tap three points (⋮) top-right.
  2. Select alarm settings or advanced settings.
  3. Scroll down to the Vibration section and turn it off.
What to do if the Vibration option is not available?
On some firmware (e.g. MIUI 13.5 for the European region), developers have removed a separate vibration switch for alarms, in which case the vibration is controlled through general audio settings (see Method 2). Also check if an update is installed for the Watch app in Google Play - sometimes new versions return the functions.

Method 2: Set up vibration through the Sound and Vibration menu

If the Watch app doesn't have a separate option for alarm vibration, it can be turned off through system settings, which is universal and works on all versions of MIUI 12 to 14, including global and Chinese firmware.

  1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
  2. Go to the section Sound and vibration (or Sound & Vibration).
  3. Scroll down to the Vibration block and select Notification Vibration.
  4. Here you'll see some options. Find the alarm clock vibration and turn it off.

If there is no such item, try an alternative path:

  1. In Sounds and Vibrations, select Advanced Settings.
  2. Find the Vibration section when calling and notifying.
  3. Turn off the alarm clock vibration or Vibrate at the alarm clock.

MIUI 12

MIUI 13

MIUI 14

Other (specify in the comments)-->

On some devices (e.g., POCO M5 or Redmi 10C), the vibration option of the alarm can be combined with the vibration of the notifications, in which case turning off the vibration for notifications will automatically remove it for the alarm, but this is not always convenient, since you will no longer feel the vibration when SMS, calls and other alerts.

⚠️ Note: On Chinese firmware (China) ROM) If you don't find the Vibration section of the alarm clock, try changing your phone region to India or Europe in the settings. → This sometimes brings back hidden options.

Method 3: Use Do Not Disturb (DND) Mode

If previous methods have failed, you can get around the problem with Do Not Disturb, or DND, which is a way for those who want to turn off the vibration only while they sleep, saving it for other notifications during the day.

  1. Open Settings → Sounds and vibrations → Do not disturb.
  2. Turn on the Do Not Disturb mode (slider at the top).
  3. Select a schedule and set the time that matches your alarm clock (for example, 23:00 to 7:00).
  4. In the Exceptions section, find alarm clocks and make sure they are allowed.
  5. Scroll down and turn off the Vibration option in Do Not Disturb mode.

Now, while sleeping, the phone won’t vibrate at the alarm clock, but the signal will sound at a set time, a technique that is especially useful for users of the Xiaomi 12 or Redmi Note 11 Pro, where the alarm clock’s vibration settings are not available in the standard interface.

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If you have multiple alarm clocks, make sure that they are all added to the Do Not Disturb mode exceptions. In DND settings, select Exceptions → Alarm clocks and timers and make sure that all the alarm clocks you need are ticked.

The downside of this is that it shuts down all vibrations at a specified time, including notifications from messengers. If you want to get vibrations from WhatsApp or Telegram at night, use Method 4.

Method 4: Disabling vibration through ADB (for power users)

If your Xiaomi model (like the POCO F4 GT or Xiaomi 11T Pro) doesn’t have the option to turn off the alarm clock vibration in the interface, you can use the Android debugging bridge (ADB), which requires connecting the phone to your computer, but gives 100% result.

Step 1: Preparation

  • 🔹 Install. ADB Fastboot Tools on your computer (Windows, macOS or Linux).
  • 🔹 Enable Developer Mode on your phone: Go to Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI And tap it 7 times.
  • 🔹 Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers and enable debugging by USB.
  • 🔹 Connect the phone to the computer by USB (Use the original cable!).

Step 2: Execution of commands:

  1. Open the command prompt (or Terminal on macOS/Linux) and type:
adb devices

If the phone is connected correctly, you'll see its serial number.

adb shell settings put global vibration_intensity_alarm 0

This command sets the vibration intensity of the alarm clock to 0 (off).

Step 3. Verification:

  • 🔹 Reboot the phone.
  • 🔹 Set an alarm and check that there is no vibration.

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Adb shell settings put global vibration_intensity_alarm 0 It works on all versions. MIUI Android, but after resetting or updating the firmware, it will have to be re-run.

⚠️ Note: Some users report that after use ADB The vibration of the alarm clock disappears completely, but returns after the update MIUI. To fix the result, you can create a Tasker script that will automatically apply this command when you boot your phone.

Method 5: Using third-party alarm apps

If none of the above methods worked, the last option is to set a third-party alarm clock with flexible vibration settings.

  • 🔔 Sleep as Android – allows you to adjust the vibration separately for each alarm, including a smooth increase in intensity.
  • 🔔 Google Clock – In the alarm settings there is a separate vibration switch (works even on Xiaomi with cropped features).
  • 🔔 Alarmy – supports non-vibration modes and has a function of “tasks” to wake up.
  • 🔔 Timely – Minimalist alarm clock with the ability to turn off vibration in the sleep profile.

To set the vibration in Google Clock:

  1. Install the app from Google Play.
  2. Open it and create a new alarm clock.
  3. Slap the alarm clock and select Sound and vibration.
  4. Turn off the Vibration slider.
  5. Save the changes.

The advantage of this method is that you get more control over your alarm clock, including:

  • 🔹 Gradual vibration adjustment (gradual increase in intensity).
  • 🔹 The ability to use tunes from Spotify or YouTube Music.
  • 🔹 Integration with smart devices (for example, turning on the light when the alarm goes off).

The downside is the extra battery consumption, as the app runs in the background, but on modern Xiaomi smartphones (like the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or Xiaomi 13 Ultra), this is not critical due to the optimization of MIUI.

Compatibility table with Xiaomi models

Below is a table that will help determine which way to turn off the vibration of the alarm clock is suitable for your model:

Xiaomi modelMIUI 12MIUI 13MIUI 14Recommended method
Redmi Note 10/11✅ Method 1✅ Method 1 or 2✅ Method 1Standard settings of the clock
POCO X3/X4❌ No option.✅ Method 2✅ Method 2 or 3Sound and vibration settings
Xiaomi 12/13—✅ Method 1 (hiddenly)✅ Method 1 or 4ADB or Don't Disturb
Redmi K50✅ Method 2✅ Method 1✅ Method 1Any of the first two
POCO F5—❌ No option.✅ Method 4ADB or a third-party alarm clock

If your model is not in the table, try the methods in the following order: Method 1 → Method 2 → Method 3 → Method 4. Method 5 (third-party applications) is universal, but requires additional actions.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When you turn off the vibration of the alarm clock on Xiaomi, users often face the following difficulties:

  • 🔧 Settings are not saved: If the vibration returns after the reboot, reset the Clock app cache to Settings → Annexes → Application management → The clock → Warehouse → Clear the cache.
  • 🔧 No vibration option in MIUI 14: Update the Watch app via Google Play – sometimes newer versions return hidden features.
  • 🔧 Vibration only works on headphones: Check if your phone has Bluetooth devices connected. Some Xiaomi models redirect vibration to connected gadgets.
  • 🔧 ADB Not working: Make sure that the debugging is enabled USB and drivers ADB It's set correctly. Try using another one. USB-cable.

If none of these methods worked, check if the phone has custom software (such as LineageOS or Pixel Experience) that can be controlled via other menus, such as Settings → System → Vibration.

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On some Xiaomi models (such as the Mi 11 Lite), the vibration of the alarm clock depends on the sound profile. Try switching to Call mode instead of Vibration in quick settings (swipe down from the top edge of the screen).

Can you turn off the vibration for just one alarm clock, leaving it for others?
Yes, but only if you use a third-party app (like Sleep as Android or Google Clock).In the standard Xiaomi Watch app, vibration settings apply to all alarm clocks at the same time.
After the MIUI update, the alarm clock vibration returned.
MIUI updates often reset user settings. Try: Repeat Method 1 or Method 2 (settings could have moved). If you used Method 4 (ADB), run the command again. Clear the Watch app data into Settings → Applications (Warning: this will remove all alarm clocks!).
The alarm clock's vibration is activated by itself.
This problem is common in MIUI 13 devices and is related to Adaptive Sounds. Turn it off: Go to Settings → Sounds and Vibrations → Adaptive Sounds. Turn off the slider. Reboot the phone. Also check if there are battery optimizers (such as Security or Clean Master) that can reset settings.
My Xiaomi doesn't have an alarm clock vibration option anywhere. What do I do?
In this case, there are three options: Use Method 4 (ADB) — it works on 99% of devices; set a third-party alarm (Google Clock or Alarmy); Change the firmware to the global version of MIUI (if you have Chinese or custom); on some models (for example, the POCO M4 Pro), the alarm vibration option only appears after the phone is reset to factory settings.
Does the vibration shutdown affect the battery?
Yes, but not much. A vibratory motor uses more power than an audible signal, so turning it off can extend the battery life by 2 to 5 percent per night. However, if you use a silent mode or a weak alarm clock, the effect will be minimal. The greatest battery consumption occurs if the vibration is turned on at the same time as the audible signal - in which case the phone wastes energy on both motors (the speaker and the vibration).