How to Check the Authenticity of Xiaomi Wiha Screwdrivers: The Complete 2026 Guide

Why Xiaomi Wiha fakes are so common – and how not to fall victim to scammers

Wrivers Xiaomi Wiha has long become a cult tool among craftsmen and amateurs DIY: The combination of the German quality of Wiha and the affordable price from Xiaomi has made them a hit, but the popularity breeds fakes — according to AliExpress and Wildberries, up to 40% of the offers on the market are counterfeit. weak metal can break under load, and poor-quality handle - slide in the hands.

In this article, we will look at 7 reliable ways to distinguish the original from the fake: from packaging analysis to magnetic tests and microscopic logo details, you will learn what to look for when buying in offline stores, on marketplaces and even handheld, and the unique sign of authenticity that sellers do not know: serial number verification through the official Wiha service.

Importantly, there are two types of fakes: "Chinese copies" (low quality but cheap) and "advanced fakes" (almost indistinguishable but with a simplified design), the latter being particularly dangerous, as they are bought even by professionals, starting with the obvious: packaging.

1. Packaging check: 5 parts that give out a fake

The original Xiaomi Wiha screwdrivers come in branded packaging with clear brand signs. Counterfeiting is often a saving on printing, which is the first bell.

• 📦 Material box: the original - dense cardboard with matte coating, fake - thin glossy or roughness.
• 🖼️ Logos: the original Xiaomi and Wiha are laser engraving (feels like a finger), on a fake – ordinary printing.
• 🔍 Barcode: The original code leads to the official Wiha website (can be checked through the Barcode Scanner app).
• 📏 Box sizes: original — 19.5 × 10.5 × 2 cm (for set-up from) 6 Screwdriver, fakes are often less or more.
• 💰 Price on the package: if it is crossed out or indicated in dollars (for the Russian market) - 100% fake.

Pay special attention to the safety stickers. The original has:

• 🏷️ Hologram with the Wiha logo (changes color when tilted).
• 🔐 Serial number under the scratching layer (on fakes it is often not available or it is printed over the top).

If the package is in doubt, then proceed to the next step, which is to analyze the screwdriver itself, and even if the box is perfect, the tool inside could be fake.

Logo and marking: microscopic differences

The surest way to distinguish the original is to examine the logo and the inscriptions on the screwdriver. Counterfeiting is often wrong about the little things that are not conspicuous. Take a magnifying glass (or take a picture with a zoom) and check:

Notice the color of the metal: the original Wiha screwdrivers are matte gray (chrome-vanadium alloy), and fakes are often shiny or covered with cheap chrome.

• ✅ Original: Perfectly symmetrical, barbed-free, magnetized evenly.
• ❌ Fake: can be bent, rough or weakly magnetized.

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Take a picture of the original screwdriver logo from the official Wiha website and compare it to yours – even the naked eye will see the differences in the font.

3.Magnet Test: Why Fakes Don't Hold the Screws

One of the key advantages of the original Xiaomi Wiha screwdrivers is the powerful magnet at the tip that holds the screws securely.

1. Take a small screw (for example, from a smartphone or laptop).
2. Bring the screwdriver to the screw with the tip upwards (so that the force of gravity works against the magnet).
3. The original will hold the screw even at an angle of 45°, fake.

Also check the uniformity of the magnetic field:

• 🧲 Original: The screw sticks strictly to the center of the tip.
• 🧲 Fake: the screw can "slide" to the side or hold weak.

If the magnet is too weak, it's not only inconvenient to work, but also dangerous: the screw can fall into the device and damage the board.

• 🔊 Original: deaf, ringing sound (high-quality steel).
• 🔊 Fake: rattling or deaf sound (cheap alloy).

4. Handle material: plastic vs. two-component copolymer

The handle of the original Xiaomi Wiha screwdriver is made from a two-part copolymer with added rubber for better grip, fakes use cheap plastic or low-quality rubber.

• 👆 Tactile sensations: the original is soft, but elastic; fake is either slippery or too hard.
• 🔥 Heating test: rub the handle between your fingers for 10 seconds. original doesn't heat up, fake can get sticky.
• 💧 Water test: drop water on the handle. On the original, drops roll, soak up on the fake or leave a trace.

Pay attention to the color and texture:

• 🎨 Original: matte black with barely noticeable Xiaomi logo in the end (laser applied).
• 🎨 Fake: glossy plastic, logo painted (can be erased).

Also check the weight of the screwdriver:

• ⚖️ Original (size) PH0): ~25 grams.
• ⚖️ Counterfeit: usually lighter (20g or less) due to cheap metal.

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If the handle smells like chemicals or rubber, that's a sure sign of a fake. The original Wiha materials don't smell.

5. Checking the serial number through the official Wiha service

The most reliable way to verify authenticity is to verify the serial number through the Wiha database, which works even for high-quality fakes that are visually indistinguishable.

1. Find the serial number on the screwdriver (usually on the rod of the Wiha logo).
2. Go to the site. https://www.wiha.com/verify (Or use the Wiha Tool Check app).
3. Enter the number in the checkout field.
4. Original: the system will show the date of production and the model. Fake: error "Invalid serial number".

If the serial number is missing or erased, it's an unambiguous sign of fake.

• ✅ Original: WHXXXX-XXXXX-X or XMXXXX-XXXXX-X (where X is numbers/letters).
• ❌ Fake: Short number (less than 10 characters) or with typos.

Important: some fakes are copying real serial numbers from the original screwdrivers. If the test was successful, but other signs (magnet, handle) are doubtful, compare the photo of your screwdriver with the official one on the Wiha website.

Comparison with the original: visual and functional tests

If you have access to a known original Xiaomi Wiha screwdriver (such as a friend or in a store), make a direct comparison.

• 🔧 The shape of the tip: the original it is perfectly symmetrical, the fake can be beveled.
• 🎨 Metal color: the original has a uniform matte hue, a fake is shiny or with spots.
• 🧲 Magnet strength: Bring both screwdrivers to the heap of screws - the original will attract more.
• ⚖️ Weight: weigh on the kitchen scales (the difference is even in the 2-3 gram-critical).

Also, do a bending test:

1. Then, put the sleeve in the back of the book (or between the two).
2. Leave it free. 2-3 tip.
3. Tilt the screwdriver at an angle of 15.°. The original will return to its original position, the fake will remain bent.

If you are buying a set, check the matching of the handles:

• ✅ Original: All handles are identical in weight, texture and color.
• ❌ Counterfeit: may differ in plastic shades or size.

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Buy one original Xiaomi Wiha screwdriver from the official store (for example, PH2) Use it as a benchmark for comparing it to other purchases.

7 Where to buy to avoid getting a fake: a checklist of safe sellers

Even if you know all the signs of the original, you can get a fake if you buy in unreliable places.

1. Xiaomi’s official store (mi.com or branded offline stores) is 100% original, but prices are higher than the market.
2. Authorized Wiha dealers (listed on wiha.com) are a guarantee of authenticity, but a limited range.
3. Large marketplaces (Wildberries, Ozon, Yandex Market) – choose sellers with a rating of 4.9+ and photo reviews.
4. AliExpress – only Top Brand or Official Store (risk) ~10%).
5. Local shops – require a certificate and a stamped check.

We strongly recommend not buying:

• ❌ From hands (Avito, Yula) – 90% of fakes.
• ❌ In small online stores without a legal address.
• ❌ Sellers with suspiciously low prices (the original cannot be cheaper than 500)₽ piecewise).

Before buying, check:

• 📄 Availability of a warranty card (the original has it with a hologram).
• 📦 Packaging status (damaged box may mean repackaging fake).
• 💬 Reviews from photos / videos (on marketplaces often write "everything is good", but without evidence).

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If the seller refuses to provide a photo of the serial number or package before purchase, this is a reason to doubt the authenticity.

Frequent Questions About Xiaomi Wiha Fakes

If after reading the article you have doubts about the authenticity of your screwdriver, take a photo of the serial number and packaging and send in support of Wiha (support).@wiha.com) — Remember, even one fake screwdriver in the kit can ruin the whole job, especially when it comes to electronic repair.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi Wiha fakes contain toxic coatings (such as cadmium in the handle) that are dangerous if in prolonged contact. If the screwdriver has a sharp chemical smell, do not use it without gloves.