Xiaomi is not just a smartphone maker, but a smart device ecosystem that has penetrated almost every area of life. In the past 10 years, the company has transformed from a low-end startup to a global tech giant competing with Samsung, Apple and Google at the same time. Today, Xiaomi’s brand (including its sub-brands Redmi, POCO, Mi and Mijia) has more than 2,000 products, from flagship smartphones to robot vacuum cleaners and electric vehicles.
But how do we make sense of this diversity? Which devices are really worth the attention and which are just marketing experiments? In this guide, we structured the entire Xiaomi range by category, added comparison tables relevant for 2026, and gave practical tips for choosing, and focused on the hidden “chips” of the Xiaomi ecosystem that are not mentioned in official presentations — for example, how devices from different lines interact with each other through the Mi Home or HyperOS.
If you are planning to build a smart home based on Xiaomi or just looking for a quality gadget at an adequate price, here you will find exhaustive information. And for those who already use the brand’s technology, we will reveal little-known features that distinguish Xiaomi from competitors.
1. Xiaomi smartphones: rulers and key differences
Smartphones remain the hallmark of Xiaomi, and here the company offers devices for any budget - from models for 10,000 rubles to flagships for 100,000+. The main know-how of the brand is the price / quality ratio, which often surpasses analogues from Samsung or Apple. However, not all lines are equally useful: some are focused on gamers, others - on photographers, others - on fans of compact gadgets.
To understand the chaos of names will help our classification:
- 📱 Xiaomi (Mi) Series – flagship models with top-end processors (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3), premium screens (2K AMOLED, 120 Hz+) Examples: Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Xiaomi 13T Pro.
- 🎮 POCO F/Pro Series are smartphones for gamers with a focus on performance and cooling, with aggressive designs and often the best price of their kind: POCO F6 Pro, POCO X6 Pro.
- 💰 Redmi Note Series - the best-selling smartphones of the brand. The optimal balance of price and capabilities: 120 Hz screens, 108 MP cameras and 5000 mAh battery for 20 000-30,000 rubles. Examples: Redmi Note 13 Pro+, Redmi Note 12 Turbo.
- 👶 Redmi A Series - ultra-budget models for the elderly or second phone. G36), But with a clean Android Go and long battery life.
- 📱 Xiaomi Civi Series – stylish smartphones for young people with an emphasis on selfie cameras (32 MP) + 32 MP) and thin body. Popular in Asia, but officially sold in Russia.
An important nuance: since 2023, Xiaomi is actively implementing its HyperOS shell, which replaced MIUI. The new system promises better optimization for devices with IoT devices (for example, smart lamps or robot vacuum cleaners), but is not yet available on all models.
Xiaomi Smart Home: The Mijia and Mi Home Ecosystem
If smartphones have made Xiaomi famous, smart home devices are profitable. Mijia (or Xiaomi Smart Home) includes more than 400 devices, from light bulbs to security systems. The main advantage is cross-platform: all gadgets are controlled through one Mi Home app (or Xiaomi Home in new versions) and integrated with voice assistants (Alice, Google Assistant, Siri).
Key categories of smart home from Xiaomi:
- 💡 Lighting: smart lamps (Yeelight), LED strips (Mijia) LED Strip, color temperature-adjusted table lamps, support scripts (e.g., "Cinema" or "Reading").
- 🔒 Security Camera: Security Camera 360°), Motion sensors, smart locks (Xiaomi Smart Door Lock), video intercoms.
- 🧹 Cleaning: Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro with laser navigation and floorwashing. New models can bypass obstacles and build 3D-mapping.
- 🌡️ Climate: smart air conditioners, heaters, air purifiers (Mi Air Purifier 4 Pro), hygrometers. You can set the automatic switch on when you change temperature or humidity.
- 🔌 Sockets and sensors: smart sockets (Mi Smart Plug), sensors for water, gas, smoke leakage, integrated in scenarios (e.g., "If the smoke detector is working, turn on the fan and send a notification").
A feature of the Mi Home ecosystem: many devices work through Xiaomi’s Mi Smart Home Gateway, which links gadgets via Zigbee protocol (more stable than Wi-Fi). Without a gateway, some functions may not be available, such as door sensors or smart home buttons requiring a connection to the gateway.
Which Xiaomi devices don’t work without a gateway?
In 2026, Xiaomi began moving to a new Matter standard that promises universal compatibility of smart devices from different brands. while Matter support is implemented only in new models (for example, Xiaomi Smart Bulb E27), but the company promises to expand the list.
3. Wearable electronics: fitness bracelets, watches and TWS-headphones
The wearables segment is one of Xiaomi’s fastest growing, competing with the Apple Watch and Galaxy Watch for half the price, and the Mi Band (the world’s best-selling fitness bracelets) and Xiaomi Watch have been the biggest hits of recent years.
Let's compare the key lines:
| Linea | Examples of models | Key functions | Price (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Band | Mi Band 8 Pro, Mi Band 7 | AMOLED-screen 150+ exercise regimes, sleep monitoring, NFC (Pro version, up to 16 days of autonomy | 3 000 – 6 000 ₽ |
| Xiaomi Watch | Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, Xiaomi Watch S3 | Full Wear OS, heart rate/SpO₂, GPS, support SIM-maps S3), before 7 workday | 12 000 – 25 000 ₽ |
| Redmi Watch | Redmi Watch 3 Active | Budget alternative: 1.83 screen, 100+ workouts, IP68, up to 12 days of battery life | 4 000 – 7 000 ₽ |
| TWS-headphones | Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro, Redmi Buds 5 | Active noise cancellation (ANC), 48 dB, LDAC support, up to 30 hours of autonomy (with case) | 5 000 – 12 000 ₽ |
Important: With the release of HyperOS, Xiaomi wearables have received closer integration with the brand’s smartphones. For example, the Mi Band 8 Pro can now unlock the Xiaomi 14 when approaching (Quick Unlock feature), and the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro supports calling Google Assistant with a voice.
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If you have a Xiaomi smartphone on HyperOS, turn on the Mi Band Unlock feature in the security settings. This will allow you to unlock your phone with a bracelet without entering a password (it only works with the Mi Band 7 Pro/8 Pro and new models).
Among the little-known features:
Mi Band 8 Pro can measure stress levels by heart rate variability (VHR) and give recommendations for relaxation.
Xiaomi Watch S3 supports emergency calls via eSIM (even without a smartphone).
Headphones Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro can automatically switch between a smartphone and a laptop (if both devices are on HyperOS).
4.TVs and audio: Why Xiaomi is competing with Samsung and LG
In the TV segment, Xiaomi has been betting on premium specs at an average price. TV Q2 QLED offer 4K-resolution, 120 Hz, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for 60 000-80,000 rubles – where analogues from Samsung cost 100 000+. Feature TV from Xiaomi – Google’s own operating system TV (Previously, it was PatchWall, which supports all popular streaming services (Netflix, YouTube, Kinopoisk).
Key TV lines:
- 📺 Xiaomi TV Q Series - flagships with QLED-matrices, brightness up to 1000 nits and support HDR10+. Suitable for movie-philes.
- 🎮 Xiaomi TV A Series - budget models with 60 Hz, but good color reproduction. Perfect for the kitchen or bedroom.
- 🔊 Xiaomi TV S Series – mid-range with 90Hz, Dolby Audio and built-in Chromecast.
In addition to the TV, Xiaomi also offers:
- 🔈 Sound panels (Xiaomi Soundbar) with support for Dolby Atmos and wireless subwoofer.
- 🎧 Headphones (wired and wired) TWS) — For example, Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro with a hybrid ANC.
- 🎤 Microphones and speakers – Mi Portable Speaker with water protection IPX7.
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Xiaomi TVs on Google TV support the installation of apps from Google Play, unlike many budget TVs with proprietary shells.
Important warning:
⚠️ Note: Some default services are often disabled on Xiaomi TVs (e.g. Disney)+ Apple TV). To activate them, you need to manually update the firmware through Settings. → On TV. → Update of the PO.
5. Laptops, tablets and peripherals: working tools from Xiaomi
Many people don’t know, but Xiaomi has been making laptops and tablets that compete with Lenovo and Huawei for several years, with slim design, performance and long battery life being the top priority. For example, the Xiaomi Book Pro 14 weighs just 1.4 kg, but comes with an Intel Core i7-1360P processor and a 12-hour battery pack.
Assortment:
- 💻 Xiaomi Book Pro – ultrabooks with OLED-Thunderbolt 4 and Windows 11 are suitable for office work and creativity.
- 📱 Xiaomi Pad — Android tablets with stylus support (Xiaomi Smart Pen) and keyboard. Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro has a screen 2.8K 144 Hz and Snapdragon 8 processor+ Gen 1.
- ⌨️ Peripherals: mechanical keyboards (Xiaomi Mechanical Keyboard), wireless mice (Mi Wireless Mouse), docking stations for laptops.
Feature of Xiaomi laptops is the proprietary utility Mi Smart Share, which allows you to instantly transfer files between a laptop and a Xiaomi smartphone (analogue to Apple Continuity). Also, the new models implement the Xiaomi Quick Wake function - the laptop turns on in 1 second when you open the lid.
Prioritize: Productivity or Portability
Check Thunderbolt 4 support (needed for external monitors)
Make sure that the model is sold with an official guarantee in Russia
Compare the time of autonomy (from 8 to 16 hours depending on the model)
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6 Electric vehicles and unusual gadgets: from skates to electric vehicles
Xiaomi has been actively exploring the niche of personal electric vehicles, offering both low-cost (electrical samokats) and premium (electric cars) solutions, such as the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro, which accelerates to 25 km / h and travels up to 55 km on a single charge, while costing about 40,000 rubles.
Key categories:
- 🛴 Electric scooters: Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter (series 3, 4, Pro) Distinguished by folding design and dual braking system.
- 🚲 Electric bikes: Xiaomi Himo and Xiaomi QiCycle with a range of up to 100 km.
- 🛹 Electric skates: Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter (models for children and adults).
- 🚗 Electric cars: Xiaomi SU7 — The brand’s first sedan with a power reserve of 800 km (currently sold only in China, but expected to enter the global market).
Fun fact: Xiaomi also makes smart bike locks (Mi Smart Bike Lock), which open via Bluetooth and send notifications of hacking attempts. And for owners of electric scooters there are accessories like Mi Scooter Seat (seat) or Mi Scooter Phone Holder (holder for a smartphone).
Important warning:
⚠️ Note: Xiaomi scooters with power above 250 W are not officially certified for use on public roads in Russia.
7. Accessories and trifles that make life easier
In addition to large tech, Xiaomi is famous for useful little things that often become hits. These gadgets are not always advertised, but can seriously make life easier. For example, Mi Portable Photo Printer prints photos from a smartphone in 30 seconds, and Mi Smart Projector turns any wall into a cinema.
List of useful accessories:
- 📸 Photo/Video: Mi Action Camera 4K (Action camera, Mi Selfie Stick Tripod (selfie stick with remote control).
- 🔋 Chargers: Mi Fast Charge 120W (Charges in 15 minutes, Mi Power Bank 20000mAh.
- 🎒 Backpacks and covers: Mi Business Backpack with USB-Port for charging, Mi Transparent Case for smartphones.
- 🌡️ Home appliances: Mi Smart Kettle (kettle with smartphone control), Mi Smart Rice Cooker (smart rice cooker).
One of the most unexpected gadgets is the Xiaomi Mi Smart Pet Feeder, an automatic pet feeder with a pet's camera and facial recognition.The device sends notifications if the animal hasn't eaten and allows it to be fed remotely through the app.