How Huawei Wearables Calculate Your Walking Distance

Huawei wearables estimate the distance you've walked using a combination of step data and personal metrics. This article explains how Huawei wearables measure distance, why the numbers might not always match, and how to check your settings to make sure the data is correct.

Step Count vs. Distance: What's the Difference?

Step count simply tracks how many steps you take, but distance is worked out using your average step length. Huawei wearables estimate this length based on your personal profile, including:

• Gender
• Height
• Weight
• Date of birth

These details help the device tailor its calculations to your body type, improving accuracy.

Ensuring Accurate Distance Tracking

If your distance seems off, the first thing to check is your profile information in the Huawei Health app. To do this:

• Open the Huawei Health app
• Click on "Me" on the bottom right
• Select "Profile"
• Review and update your personal data

Incorrect or missing details can lead to inaccurate step length estimates and, by extension, distance measurements.

Ensuring Why Distance May Vary Between Devices

It’s normal to see differences between the distance shown on your wearable and the Huawei Health app. This happens because:

• Your phone and wearable use different algorithms
• Each devuce may track steps independently depending on which one you're using during activity

For example, walking with only your phone or only your watch can result in different readings.

Viewing Distance on Your Wearable

To see the distance recorded by your wearable device (not the phone), follow these steps:

• Open the Huawei Health app
• Tap "Me"
• Select "My data"
• Tap "Distance"

This section reflects the data captured directly by your watch or band, using its own tracking method.