Xiaomi teapots: what are the models and how to choose the right one

Xiaomi’s electric kettles have long since ceased to be just kitchen utensils, becoming part of the smart home ecosystem, combining functionality, design and innovative technology. The brand offers both classic models with minimalist design and smart kettles with control through the Mi Home app, support for voice assistants and accurate temperature control. But how to understand the variety of options and choose the one that fits perfectly into your life?

In this article, we will take a closer look at all of Xiaomi’s current kettles (including Mijia and Viomi’s sub-brands), their key features, pros and cons, and give you practical tips for choosing, and focus on the smart features that favorably differentiate these devices from competitors – such as the ability to heat water to a set temperature (from 40°C for green tea to 100°C for coffee) or integrate with other ecosystem gadgets.

Classification of kettles Xiaomi: what types exist

Xiaomi’s teapot line is divided into three categories, each focused on different tasks and budgets, and understanding this classification will help narrow the search and save time.

The first group is basic models with no smart features, but with high-quality heating and reliable assembly, suitable for those who value simplicity and are not willing to overpay for additional options. The second category is smart kettles with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth support, application control and advanced temperature settings. The third, the most premium, is multifunction devices with heat, temperature maintenance and even water filtration.

• 🔌 Classic kettles: minimalist design, rapid heating (1.5-2 liters), mechanical or sensor control. Examples: Mi Electric Kettle, Viomi Mini.
• 📱 Smart kettles: Mi Home control, voice commands (Alice compatible, Google Assistant compatible), accurate temperature control. Examples: Mijia Smart Kettle Pro, Viomi Smart Kettle.
• 🌡️ Thermopots and multi-teapots: keeping the temperature up to 12 hours, water filtration, larger volume (up to 4 liters.

It's important to remember that smart functions aren't always worth it, for example, if you live alone and drink tea 1-2 times a day, overpaying for a Wi-Fi module doesn't make sense, but for an office or a large family, a temperature-sustaining thermopot can be a real lifeline.

Top.-5 Xiaomi models of kettles: comparison of characteristics

To make it easier to choose, we've compiled a table of key parameters for the most popular models, and look at volume, power, materials and additional features, which are the main criteria that affect usability.

An important nuance: models with borosilicate glass (for example, Viomi Smart Kettle) require more careful handling - they are resistant to temperature changes, but can crack when mechanically impacted. If there are children in the house or you often transport a kettle (for example, to the country), it is better to choose the option with stainless steel.

⚠️ Attention: The power of the kettle directly affects the heating rate, but not always high power is good. For an office or home with old wiring, it is better to choose a model up to 2000 watts to avoid network congestion.

Smart Functions: What They Do in Practice

The main advantage of Xiaomi’s smart kettles is the ability to fine-tune them to specific needs, such as brewing green tea requires water at 70–80°C, and coffee requires 95°C. It is not easy to manually control this process, and a smart kettle will do everything automatically.

Let’s look at the key “chips” that modern models offer:

• 📲 Control via Mi Home: You can turn on the kettle remotely (for example, while driving home), select a temperature or program a schedule (for example, to wake up).
• 🎤 Voice control: compatible with Alice, Google Assistant and Siri (via HomeKit) suffice it to say, "Alice, boil the kettle to 85 degrees".

Not all features are equally useful, however, such as voice control only works when a speaker is supported by a voice assistant, and a Wi-Fi module increases the cost of the device and can become a vulnerability to hacker attacks (although such cases are extremely rare).

Another thing is compatibility with the Xiaomi ecosystem, where if you already have other gadgets from the brand (like a robot vacuum cleaner or a smart lamp), you can integrate the kettle into automation, such as setting a scenario: "When the alarm goes off at 7:00, turn on the kettle and the lamp in the bedroom."

Materials and Safety: What to Look for

Not only does the bulb material affect the durability of the kettle, but it also affects the taste of the water. For example, stainless steel does not react with water or give it any foreign flavors, but it can heat up more, which is uncomfortable when touched. Glass bulbs (usually made of borosilicate glass) look stylish and allow you to control the boiling process, but require careful handling.

It is also important to check:

• 🔒 Protection from powering on without water: all Xiaomi models are equipped with this feature, but in cheap fakes it may not be available.

⚠️ Warning: If you live in a hard water region, choose an anti-nakypine-coated kettle (such as the Mijia Smart Kettle Pro) or be prepared to clean it from scale every 1-2 months.

All Xiaomi original teapots are CE, RoHS and 3C certified (for China), which guarantees the safety of materials.

2. Pay attention to the quality of the packaging: the original has a dense cardboard with the Xiaomi logo and holographic stickers.

3. the instruction must be in Chinese and English (in rare cases - in Russian).

4.Price below 1,500 ₽ For a new model, there is a reason to be wary.

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Which teapot Xiaomi to choose: recommendations for scenarios

The choice of model depends on your needs, and we have prepared recommendations for different situations:

• 🏠 Home (1-2 people): Mi Electric Kettle (1.5 liters, stainless steel) or Viomi Smart Kettle (if you need smart features).
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 For the family (3).+ Human: Mijia Smart Kettle Pro (1.7 liters, precise temperature control) or Viomi Water Kettle (4 liters heatpot).
• 🏢 For office: Viomi Water Kettle (temperature maintenance) or Mi Electric Kettle (if budget is limited).
• 🎒 For trips / country: Viomi Mini (compact, 0.7 liters) or Mi Electric Kettle (if you need stainless steel).

If you like to experiment with drinks (tea, coffee, cocoa), look for models with temperature control, which will reveal the taste of each drink.

• Green tea: 70-80°C;
• Black tea: 90–95°C;
• Coffee (French press): 95°C
• Baby food: 40-50°C.

For those who appreciate design, glass flask models (for example, Viomi Smart Kettle) are suitable, and for pragmatists - classic stainless steel versions.

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If you often forget to turn off the kettle, choose a model that automatically shuts down 30 to 60 seconds after boiling, a feature that is found in all Xiaomi kettles, but may not be available in cheap analogues.

Where to buy and how not to run into a fake

Official kettles Xiaomi sold in brand stores, on the sites of partners (Wildberries, Ozon, Yandex Market) and in some electronics stores (M. Video, Eldorado). However, high demand has generated many fakes that look similar to the original, but inferior in quality and safety.

Signs of forgery:

• 💰 Prices 30-50% below market;
• 📦 Absence of holographic labels on packaging;
• 🔌 Low quality plastic (smell, roughness);
• 📄 Lack of instructions or certificates.

To avoid cheating:

1. Buy only from trusted sellers (rating is not lower than 4.8).
2. Check the serial number on mi.com.
3. Compare weight and dimensions with official specifications (fakes are often easier).

Also note the warranty: Official dealers offer a 12-month warranty, and Xiaomi branded stores offer up to 24 months warranty, and counterfeits are usually sold without a warranty card or with a fake one.

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Buy Xiaomi kettles only from official partners.Savings 500-1000 ₽ on a fake can result in the risk of short circuit or poisoning with harmful materials.

Frequent Problems and How to Solve Them

Even the original Xiaomi kettles can face typical malfunctions, and consider the most common and ways to fix them:

• ⚡ Kettle not switched on: Check the socket and power cable; Make sure the lid is tightly closed (some models have protection); If the problem is in the button - contact the service center.
• 🔥 Too slow heating: Clean the TEN from scale; Check the voltage in the mains (should be 220-230 V); If the power of the kettle is 1200 W, it will heat longer than the model of 2000 W.
• 📱 Not Connecting to Wi-Fi (Mi Home): Restart router; Update Mi Home app; Reset kettle settings (usually hold the 10 seconds on button).

If the kettle starts leaking, immediately disconnect it from the network and do not use it until repaired. The reason may be damage to the sealing gum or a crack in the flask, in which case it is better to contact the service center, as self-repair can be dangerous.

⚠️ Warning: Never disassemble the kettle yourself if it's still warranty-worthy! This will void warranty obligations. Also, don't use abrasives to clean - they can damage the anti-nakypin coating.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions