Redmi / Xiaomi Earbuds
- Bluetooth socket for Redmi / Xiaomi can be accessed by only one application at a time. Close other Redmi / Xiaomi companion or monitoring apps, before using BudsLink.
- Feature availability varies by model.
Some Redmi / Xiaomi Earbuds sockets may remain unavailable to BudsLink while connected to the OEM companion app on a mobile device. Disconnect the earbuds from the mobile app before using BudsLink.
Most settings are self-explanatory and similar to those available on OEM app. Settings specific to BudsLink are explained below.
Icon selection
- Device icons: Select from the available options for your headset type (single-battery or dual-battery devices).
- Case icon: For models that report a case battery, an additional case icon can be selected.
Compatibility
Help update the compatibility list
If your device is missing from the list or you have additional compatibility information, please help improve the documentation by submitting a pull request to the Documentation branch to update this page, or opening an issue with your device model and details of features you tested.
New Device Configuration
If your device configuration is missing, you can request its addition by opening an issue with screenshots of the OEM app, the output of bluetoothctl info <device-MAC>, and the vendor and product IDs from runtime.log. To obtain the IDs, connect your earbuds, launch BudsLink, and check the log. Alternatively, submit a pull request to the main branch with the new device configuration after successfully testing it.
Currently tested and confirmed working:
- Redmi Buds 6 Play ✅ — Credits: drinkingoutofcups
- Redmi Buds 8 Lite ✅ — Credits: myemirhan
- Redmi Buds 5 Pro ✅ — Credits: LittleHaku
- Redmi Buds 6 Pro ✅ — Credits: digoxi
- Redmi Buds 8 Pro ✅ — Credits: sjauijn
Redmi Buds 6 Play
| Feature | Supported | Tested |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Level | L, R, Case | ✅ |
| Equalizer Preset | ✅ | ✅ |
| Low Latency | ✅ | ✅ |
| Find My buds (Ring) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Gestures | ✅ | ✅ |
Redmi Buds 8 Lite
| Feature | Supported | Tested |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Level | L, R, Case | ✅ |
| Noise Control | ✅ | ✅ |
| Equalizer Preset | ✅ | ✅ |
| Equalizer Custom | ✅ | ✅ |
| In Ear Detection | ✅ | ✅ |
| Auto Answer Calls | ✅ | ✅ |
| Adaptive Sound | ✅ | ✅ |
| Low Latency | ✅ | ✅ |
| Dual Connection (Multipoint) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Find My buds (Ring) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Gestures | ✅ | ✅ |
Redmi Buds 5 Pro
| Feature | Supported | Tested |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Level | L, R, Case | ✅ |
| Noise Control | ✅ | ✅ |
| Noise Cancellation (strength) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Transparency (modes) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Equalizer Preset | ✅ | ✅ |
| Equalizer Custom | ✅ | ✅ |
| In Ear Detection | ✅ | ✅ |
| Auto Answer Calls | ✅ | ✅ |
| Adaptive Sound | ✅ | ✅ |
| Low Latency | ✅ | ✅ |
| Dual Connection (Multipoint) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Find My buds (Ring) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Gestures | ✅ | ✅ |
Redmi Buds 8 Pro
| Feature | Supported | Tested |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Level | L, R, Case | ❌ |
| Noise Control | ✅ | ❌ |
| Noise Cancellation (strength) | ✅ | ❌ |
| Transparency (modes) | ✅ | ❌ |
| Equalizer Preset | ✅ | ❌ |
| Equalizer Custom | ✅ | ❌ |
| In Ear Detection | ✅ | ❌ |
| Auto Answer Calls | ✅ | ❌ |
| Adaptive Sound | ✅ | ❌ |
| Low Latency | ✅ | ❌ |
| Dual Connection (Multipoint) | ✅ | ❌ |
| Find My buds (Ring) | ✅ | ❌ |
| Gestures | ✅ | ❌ |