Suitcase that goes after the owner from Xiaomi: prices, models and secrets of choice

Imagine you're on a train, and your suitcase is rolling confidently like a dedicated dog. It's not fiction, it's reality with Xiaomi's smart suitcases equipped with a self-driving system. Technology that 5 years ago seemed like a luxury is now becoming available - but how not to make the wrong choice and not overpay?

In this article, we will analyze all the current models of self-propelled suitcases from Xiaomi (including little-known modifications for different markets), compare their prices in 2026 from official and unofficial sellers, and also reveal the hidden nuances that are silent sellers. For example, did you know that some models lose contact with the master in the subway due to interference from the cars? or that to fully work requires the application Mi Home version 6.5.+?

It's going to be useful for people who are just looking at the technology, and for those who have already chosen a model but want to save money on their purchase, and we've analyzed feedback from owners, strength tests, and even checked how suitcases behave at real airports (spoiler: not everyone passes the check without question).

Current prices for self-propelled suitcases Xiaomi in 2026

Xiaomi smart suitcases range from 25,000 to 70,000 rubles, but the key factor is not just the model, but the region of purchase and configuration. For example, the version for the European market (Xiaomi Mi Smart Suitcase Pro) is 15% more expensive than the Chinese one due to certification and adapted software. A model with built-in power bank (like Xiaomi) 90Fun Smart Luggage 2 could cost 30% more than base.

Here are the latest data on popular models (prices are indicated for Russia, including delivery):

Important: prices in the "gray" stores are lower 20-30%, There are risks, from lack of warranty to incompatibility with Russian frequencies. GPS (Check before buying if the suitcase supports GLONASS – without this in Russia, the accuracy of the following falls by half.

How Automotive Works: Technology and Limitations

Xiaomi’s suitcase tracking system is based on a combination of four technologies:

• 📡 Bluetooth 5.2 — bracelet/telephone connection at a distance 10 In practice, in crowded places, the radius is reduced to 3-5.
• 🧲 Infrared sensors detect obstacles from the front (but not from the side!) and do not prevent pedestrians from colliding with the legs.
• 📱 gyroscope + Accelerometer, which analyzes the movement of the host, and if you turn around abruptly, the suitcase may slip past.
• 🛰️ GPS/GLONASS is only in the top models, helps track the suitcase if it is lost, but does not affect the auto-accompany.

The main myth is that many people think that a suitcase can think and bypass obstacles like a robot vacuum cleaner, but in fact it simply follows the signal of the bracelet (or smartphone) in a straight line, ignoring the environment.

• ✅ Drive confidently on the flat floor of the departure hall.
• ❌ Getting stuck in automatic doors or on an escalator.
• ❌ Fall if the owner walks on the stairs (sensors do not recognize the steps!).

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Before you travel, turn off the auto-accompany in the Mi Home app settings, which will save your suitcase battery by 30%.

Another thing that's notable is the tag bracelet, and most of the models come with a little tracker that you wear on your wrist or you attach to your backpack, and if you forget it at home, it won't go for your phone. 90Fun Smart Luggage bracelet is also discharged for 4-5 busy-hour.

Model comparison: which suitcase Xiaomi to choose?

All self-propelled suitcases Xiaomi are divided into three categories: budget (up to the budget). 30 000 ₽), middle-class (30 000–50 000 ₽) and premiums (from 50 000 ₽). The difference is not just the price, but the reliability of the mechanics and the extras. For example, in cheap models, plastic wheels are erased by the power of the machine. 6-8 months of active use, and in the top (Mi Smart Suitcase Pro) are Japanese bearings with a resource on the 5 years.

Here are the key differences:

For frequent business trips, the Mi Smart Suitcase Pro is optimal - it withstands falls from a height of 1.2 m and has moisture protection. IP54. And if you need a suitcase for rare trips, enough Lite-version, but be prepared for the fact that in a year you will have to change the wheels (their price is about 3 000). ₽ complete).

Where to buy cheaper: proven ways to save money

Official Xiaomi dealers in Russia (for example, mi.com/ru Or partners like the Messenger sell suitcases at fixed prices, but there are legal ways to save money:

1. Sales on Wildberries/Ozon. At the end of the season (January, July) discounts reach 25%. Xiaomi Walkie Lite in January 2026 sold-for 25 990 ₽ instead 32 990 ₽.
2. Cashback services, when you buy through Letual or MegaBonus, you get the money back. 5-10% For a suitcase for a sum. 40 000 ₽ it 2 000–4 000 ₽.
3. New models (such as the Xiaomi Smart Luggage Air, announced in 2026) sell at a 15% discount for the first two weeks.

If you are willing to take the risk, you can order from AliExpress or Taobao, but there are pitfalls:

• ⚠️ Even if the seller promises a "global version," if it breaks, you'll have to send the suitcase to China.
• ⚠️ Customs duties, at a cost over 200 € (≈22 000 ₽) You have to pay 15% of the amount + 2 €/For a suitcase weighing 4 kg, this is +3 000–5 000 ₽.
• ⚠️ For example, the description may indicate a power bank of 20,000 mAh, and in fact, 10,000 mAh (such cases were with the use of a power bank of 20,000 mAh). 90Fun Smart Luggage in 2023).

Check the reviews with photos/video (at least) 10 piece)|Check with the seller the firmware version (should be no lower) 1.4.5)|Compare weight in the description and in the photo (often underestimated)|Ask for a track number DHL/FedEx (cheap mail is losing parcels in 30% case)-->

The most reliable way to save money is to wait for sales in official stores. For example, in Mi Electronics (Xiaomi stores in Russia) every 2 months there are promotions with promo codes. Sign up for their Telegram channel - they publish codes in advance.

Real reviews of owners: pros and cons

We analyzed 150.+ reviews on Russian and foreign platforms (Wildberries, Yandex.Market, Amazon) and identified 5 most frequent claims to self-propelled suitcases Xiaomi:

⚠️ 68% of Xiaomi Mi Smart Suitcase Lite owners complain of self-disabling engines in lower temperatures +5°C. The manufacturer does not specify this nuance in the characteristics, but in cold airports (for example, in Sheremetyevo in winter) the suitcase turns into a regular suitcase.

The pros that mark all:

• ✅ Convenience at airports: 92% of users say that the suitcase pays off in large hubs (Dubai, Istanbul), where you have to walk a lot.
• ✅ "Everybody turns around and takes pictures" is one of every five reviews.
• ✅ Power bank. You can charge your phone with a battery. 3-4 once (at capacity) 20 000 mic).

The disadvantages that the sellers are silent about:

• ❌ Noise. At top speeds (7 km/h), the engines hum 60 dB like a vacuum cleaner.
• ❌ Weight.Even the empty Mi Smart Suitcase Pro weighs 4.8kg (due to the metal body and battery).For low-cost airlines, this can be a challenge.
• ❌ Xiaomi has stopped supporting models older than 2022. 90Fun Smart Luggage 1 last updated in March 2023, and now it does not connect to new smartphones on Android 14.

Interesting fact: in Japan and South Korea, self-propelled suitcases are banned on the subway because of the risk of passenger injuries. In Russia, there are no such restrictions, but Aeroexpress rules have a clause on "banning devices with autonomous movement" - theoretically, you may not be allowed to carry such a suitcase in the car.

How to use: step-by-step instructions for beginners

First Enablement and Configuration of Xiaomi Self-Propelled Suitcase Takes 10-15 But many users make mistakes that make the auto tracking function incorrect:

1. Charge, connect the suitcase to the network 4-5 hours (even if the indicator shows the 100%). The battery is calibrated for the first time.
2. Download Mi Home (version 6.5 or later) and sign up. The app on iOS may not support some features - check the official compatibility list.
3. Connect. Turn on Bluetooth on your phone, press the power button on your suitcase (hold on 3 seconds) and select the device in the list. The default connection code is 12345678.
4. Calibrate the sensors. Put the suitcase on a flat surface and select Settings in the app. → Calibration of the gyroscope. Don't miss this step, because without it, the suitcase will "go" away!
5. Set up the bracelet. Link the tag to your Mi Home profile, and if the bracelet gets lost, you can remotely lock it.

Travel tip: Update your suitcase firmware before you travel.

1. Connect to Wi-Fi (the suitcase does not support mobile internet!)
2. At Mi Home, go to the Device → Update of the PO.
3. If you turn off the power during the upgrade, the suitcase may stop turning on (repair costs 5,000 to 7,000). ₽).

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The most common cause of failure is to tow a suitcase by the handle when the car is on, and in this mode the motors lock and the mechanism overheats. Always turn off the follow function if you pull the suitcase yourself!

If your bag has stopped following you:

• Check the bracelet charge (the indicator flashes red if discharged).
• Make sure there are no obstacles between you and the suitcase (walls, metal structures shield the signal).
• Restart the device (hold the power button for 10 seconds).

Xiaomi Alternatives: Should You Overpay for Other Brands?

Xiaomi is not the only company that makes self-propelled suitcases, and there are more expensive and cheaper alternatives on the market, but not all of them are worth the attention. R1 (≈80 000 ₽) He can skirt obstacles, but he weighs 6.5 kg, making him unsuitable for low-cost airlines. CX-1 (≈120 000 ₽) It is equipped with a camera to recognize the owner, but in Russia, her work violates the law on the persona.

Compare Xiaomi with its main competitors:

For most users, Xiaomi remains the optimal choice, but if you need a suitcase for extreme trips (mountains, off-road), pay attention to the Cowarobot - its depreciation wheels are better adapted to irregularities. 1-1,5 kilogram.

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Before buying, check if your city has a service center for the selected model. ForwardX, for example, is not officially presented in Russia, and repairs will only be possible through courier delivery to China (cost - from 15 000). ₽).

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