Xiaomi Cloud cloud storage has become an integral part of the Mi Account ecosystem, but many users are still confused about tariffs and hidden payments. If you are wondering how much a subscription costs 50 GB, 200 GB or 2 TB in rubles at the current rate, how to avoid automatic write-offs or how Xiaomi Cloud differs from Google Drive, this article will put everything down on the shelves. We analyzed official prices, compared them with competitors and identified pitfalls that support is silent about.
It is important to understand that the cost of a subscription depends not only on the amount of storage, but also on the region of the account’s association, the payment method (bank card, Mi Pay, PayPal), and even on the model of your device.+ Sometimes you get a free 100GB for 3 months when you activate, but they don't go public.
Official tariffs Xiaomi Cloud in rubles (2026)
For July. 2026 Xiaomi offers three main paid rates for Russian users (with an account tied to the region of Russia), prices are indicated taking into account the current exchange rate of the yuan and the possible commission of payment systems. when paying via Mi Pay from a bank card of Sberbank or Tinkoff, the commission is 0%, While using PayPal, it can be 4-5%.
| Storage volume | Monthly cost (₽) | Cost per year (₽) | Savings on annual payment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50GB | 99 | 990 | 17% (savings 198) ₽) |
| 200GB | 249 | 2 490 | 17% (savings 498) ₽) |
| 2 TB | 899 | 8 990 | 17% (savings of 1,798) ₽) |
⚠️ Note: When paying your first annual rate, Xiaomi sometimes offers a discount 20-30% For example, in the first year, 200 GB can cost you in 1 743 ₽ instead 2 490 ₽. However, auto-renewal will be at full price if you do not disable it in advance in the Mi Account settings. → Xiaomi Cloud → Subscription management.
It is also worth considering that when buying a new Xiaomi device (for example, the company is not a member of the company, POCO F6 Pro or Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro) sometimes given a free trial period for 3-6 You can activate it in the Mi Cloud section. → But be careful, after the trial period, you may automatically write off if you don't cancel your subscription in advance.
How to pay for Xiaomi Cloud subscription without commission
Many users face the problem of hidden fees when paying for subscriptions. For example, when using cards of the World or foreign banks (Revolut, Wise) can be charged an additional fee of up to 300 ₽ To avoid overpayment, follow these guidelines:
- 💳 Payment via Mi Pay from a Sberbank / Tinkoff card: 0% fee, but you need to link the card to Mi Account.
- 📱 Mobile payment (MTS, Beeline, Television)2): commission 5-10%, It is suitable for those who do not have a bank card.
- 🌍 PayPal: up to 5% fee, but not in all regions (for example, in Belarus and Kazakhstan it can be blocked).
- 🎁 Mi Credit Gift Cards: You can buy on AliExpress or in official Xiaomi stores at a discount of up to 15%.
⚠️ Note: If you are paying for a subscription via Google Play (on devices with a Google Play subscription) MIUI Globally, the price may be higher 20-40% It's because of Google's commission, 200 GB per year will not cost 2 490 ₽, 3 100-3 300 ₽. To avoid this, pay directly through your Mi Account in your browser.
Check the region of the account (must be Russia)
Use a Sberbank/Tinkoff card without a currency envelope
Disable auto-renewal after payment
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Xiaomi Cloud vs Google Drive and iCloud: Which is Better?
To see if Xiaomi Cloud is worth overpaying for, let’s compare it to its main competitors. An important nuance: Xiaomi does not provide family access (as in iCloud).+), But integrated with the Mi Home ecosystem – for example, backups of smart devices (Mi Band 8, Mi Robot Vacuum) are saved only here.
| Service | 50 GB/month (₽) | 200 GB/month (₽) | 2 TB/month (₽) | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Cloud | 99 | 249 | 899 | Integration with Mi Home, backups MIUI |
| Google Drive | 139 | 339 | 1 399 | Access to Google Docs, family fare (up to 5 people) |
| iCloud+ | 59 | 219 | 649 | Family Access, Private Relay (VPN) |
| Yandex Disc. | Free (10GB) | 149 (100GB) | 499 (1 TB) | No integration with MIUI, but cheaper for larger volumes |
At first glance, Xiaomi Cloud is cheaper than Google Drive, but there is a catch:
- 🔄 No PC version: official Mi Cloud app for PC Windows/macOS It is unstable, file synchronization often gets confused.
- 📱 Reference to MIUI: Backups of applications and settings are created only on devices Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO. On other Android smartphones, the functionality is limited.
- 🌐 Geo-blocking: If you are traveling, access to files may be restricted in some countries (e.g. UAE or China).
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If you need a backup for photos only, use Google Photos with High Quality compression – it’s free and unlimited (up to 15 GB in original quality).
Hidden payments and how to avoid them
One of the most common complaints about Xiaomi Cloud is that it is not transparently written off after a trial period or a change in tariff, and here are the scenarios where money can be written off without your knowledge:
- Auto-renewal after trial period.For example, you activated free 100GB for 3 months when you bought Xiaomi 13T, But you forgot to turn off the auto-renewal, and in 90 days, you'll be charged 2,490. ₽ 200 GB annual rate.
- Change the rate without notice if you use 50GB but temporarily exceed the limit (e.g. downloaded a video) 4K), The system can automatically upgrade you to 200GB with a monthly fee.
- If your Mi Account is tied to China or Europe, the payment will be in yuan or euros, and the bank will charge a conversion fee (up to 3%).
🔹 How to disable auto-renewal:
- Open your Settings → Mi Account → Xiaomi Cloud
- Click on the gear icon (⚙️) top-right.
- Select Subscription Management → Cancel auto-extension.
- Confirm the action through SMS or the Mi Account password.
What to do if the money is written off incorrectly?
How to get a free seat in Xiaomi Cloud
What many people don't know is that Xiaomi regularly gives away free gigabytes for doing simple things, and here are some working ways to increase storage without paying:
- 🎁 Activation of the new device: at the first binding Xiaomi 14, Redmi Note 13 or POCO X6 Pro gives 100GB for 3 months (check in Mi Cloud) → Gift packages).
- 📸 Photo upload: the first time you synchronize the gallery (more than 50 photos) +5GB forever.
- 🤝 Invitation of friends: for each guest user who registers Mi Account and activates Cloud, give +1 GB (maximum 10 GB).
- 🎮 Participation in promotions: follow the promo in the official community of Xiaomi on Vkontakte or Telegram – sometimes raffle 1 TB per year.
⚠️ Note: Free space received on shares is usually limited (3-12 After expiry, files exceeding the base limit (5 GBs will be deleted without recovery. To avoid this, transfer important data to another service or pay a tariff.
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The most reliable way to get a free seat is to activate it through a new Xiaomi device, even budget models like the Redmi. A3 give 100 GB for 3 months.
Frequent problems with Xiaomi Cloud and their solutions
Xiaomi Cloud users often encounter technical problems that are not described in the official documentation, and here are the most common errors and ways to fix them:
| Problem. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Files are not synchronized | Unstable Internet connection or region restrictions | Use it. VPN (ProtonVPN with servers in Russia or Singapore |
| The “Not Enough Space” Error in Free Storage | The Mi Cloud app cache is overflowing | Clear the cache in Settings → Annexes → Xiaomi Cloud → Warehouse |
| You can not download a backup copy on the PC | Xiaomi's Restriction on Non-Chinese Accounts | Use it. ADB-Backup command: Adb backup -f backup.ab -apk -obb -shared -all -system |
| Photos uploaded in low quality | In the settings included option "Saving traffic" | Turn it off in Mi Cloud → Settings → Quality of loading |
If none of these methods worked, try resetting the Mi Cloud settings:
- Go to Settings → Accounts and Sync → Mi Account.
- Click Delete your account (data will be saved on your device).
- Go back in and repeat the synchronization.
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If the backup weighs more than 10 GB, break it down with an archiver (e.g., a backup copy, 7-Zip) before uploading to the cloud, which will speed up the process and reduce the risk of error.
Xiaomi Cloud Alternatives: Where to Move Data
If you don’t like the tariffs or the functionality of Xiaomi Cloud, consider alternatives, and the main thing is to make sure that the new service supports automatic synchronization with the new service. MIUI (for example, for backup copies SMS call).
- 📁 Google Drive: The best option for those who use Gmail and Google Photos. minus - no deep integration with Mi Home.
- 🍎 iCloud: Suitable for Mac or iPhone owners, but works on Android via web version.
- 🇷🇺 Yandex Disk: Cheap (1TB for 499) ₽/month), but there is no backup application MIUI.
- 🔒 Mega: 20GB free, data encryption, but slow download in Russia.
- 🛠️ Nextcloud: Complete control over data, but requires customization skills.
🔹 How to transfer data from Xiaomi Cloud to another service:
- Download all files to your PC via the web version of i.mi.com (a section of Xiaomi Cloud).
- Uncancel backups (if in.ab or.mbk format) with Mi PC Suite.
- Upload files to a new service (such as Google Drive or Yandex Drive).
⚠️ Note: Application backups (.apk and data) from Xiaomi Cloud cannot be restored on another service. MIUI. If you plan to switch to an iPhone or smartphone of another brand, first save contacts, SMS separately.