Xiaomi Club: what is it and why it is needed by owners of Xiaomi

If you own a smartphone, a smartwatch or another Xiaomi appliance, you've probably come across a reference to Xiomi Club, the brand's official community that offers unique experiences to users. But what is it really? Just a forum for communication or a full-fledged ecosystem with bonuses, discounts and early access to new products?

In this article, we will discuss in detail what Xiaomi Club (or Xiomi Club in Russian), how it works in 2026, what benefits its membership gives and how to use it as efficiently as possible. MIUI, HyperOS and other Xiaomi branded services, as well as debunking popular myths about โ€œhidden featuresโ€, which are allegedly available only through the club.

Spoiler: It's not just a marketing ploy. For active users of the Xiaomi ecosystem, membership can open up access to closed betas of firmware, exclusive sales and even influence the development of new devices. But there are pitfalls โ€” we'll talk about them too.

What is Xiaomi Club and why is it necessary?

Xiaomi Club (or Xiomi Club in Russian) is the official platform from Xiaomi, which unites the owners of brand equipment into a single community, in fact, it is a hybrid of social network, support forum and loyalty program, launched in 2010, but began to actively develop only after 2015, when Xiaomi began a large-scale promotion outside of China.

The main goal of the club is to create a direct link between the company and users.

  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Discuss new devices and share reviews
  • ๐Ÿ” Get Early Access to Beta Versions MIUI hyperos
  • ๐ŸŽ Participate in prize draws and closed sales
  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Report bugs and suggest ideas for software improvements
  • ๐Ÿ“Š Collect โ€œactivity pointsโ€ that can then be exchanged for discounts

It's important to understand that Xiomi Club is not just a forum, it's part of the Xiaomi ecosystem that is closely integrated with Mi Account, Mi Home and other services, for example, your activity at the club can affect the priority of getting updates or accessing closed features in firmware.

โš ๏ธ Note: Donโ€™t confuse Xiaomi Club with Mi Community โ€“ these are different platforms. Mi Community is more global-oriented and supports fewer languages, whereas Xiomi Club was originally created for the Chinese and Russian-speaking markets.

How to register in Xiomi Club: step-by-step instructions

The process of registering with Xiaomi Club is simple, but there are a few nuances worth knowing about: first, you will need a valid Mi Account โ€“ without it, you can not enter the club.

Hereโ€™s how to register from your phone or computer:

  1. Go to the official website of the club: For Russia and the CIS: club.xiaomi.ru (redirects to the official website of the club). new.mi.com/ru/club) For global version: club.xiaomi.com (may require) VPN for certain regions)

Come in.

Mi Account

Make it here.

Xiaomi

Confirm your email or phone number (in Chinese version you may need to check your email). SMS-code from China - use it VPN).

After you sign up, you'll be assigned a entry level (usually a "Newbie"), and to raise that level, you'll need to score activity points: write posts, comment, participate in surveys and tests.

Link all your Xiaomi devices to your account|Set up notifications for new discussions|Subscribe to interesting topics (e.g. beta testing)|Check the "My Privileges" section for available bonuses-->

โš ๏ธ Note: If you register through the Chinese version of the site (club.xiaomi.com), some sections may not be available without the help of the user. VPN. Other moderation rules also apply, such as banning discussions of policies or comparisons with competitors (such as Huawei or Samsung).

Levels and privileges in Xiaomi Club: what gives each status

The Xiomi Club has a level system that determines what bonuses are available to you, there are 6 basic statuses, from beginner to legend. The higher the level, the more privileges:

Level.Requirements (activity points)Privileges
Rookie0โ€“99Access to basic sections, the ability to write posts
Active user100โ€“499Participation in surveys, early access to some news
enthusiastic500โ€“1,999Access to closed topics, the ability to test beta versions of the software
Expert2,000โ€“4,999Priority support, discounts on accessories, voting for new features
Master.5,000โ€“9,999Exclusive invitations to events, early access to sales
Legend.10,000+Personal support manager, ability to influence firmware development

Activity points are awarded for:

  • ๐Ÿ’ฌ Writing posts and comments (+1-5 points)
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Getting Likes Under Your Messages (+1 point for likes)
  • ๐Ÿ“ Participation in surveys and testing (+10 to 50 points)
  • ๐Ÿž Reports of bugs (if the bug is confirmed - before) +100 points)
  • ๐ŸŽ Shopping in the official Xiaomi store (+1 point for 1$ spent)

Important: Points burn if you are not active in the club for more than 6 months, and Xiaomi periodically cleans accounts with overactive activity - for this can be banned.

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Hidden opportunities of the Xiomi Club: what is not officially told

Beyond the obvious features, Xiaomi Club hides a few features that the company doesnโ€™t mention, and here are some of the most useful ones:

1. Access to closed firmware

At the Enthusiast level and above, you can apply for a beta program. MIUI Or HyperOS. That's what it is:

  1. Go to the section "Testing" (in the Russian version may be called "Bata-program").
  2. Select your device model from the list of supported devices.
  3. Complete the questionnaire (you will need to specify) IMEI phone).
  4. Wait for approval (may take 1 day to 2 weeks).

Once approved, you will receive a link to download the closed firmware, but be careful: beta versions often contain critical bugs that may cause the phone to stop turning on.

What happens if you install beta firmware on an unsupported device?
If you try to flash the beta version MIUI/HyperOS If you have a model that is not tested, the system will either refuse to install the update, or (in the worst case) the phone will go to the bootloop.

2. Exclusive coupons and sales

The Privileges section (or My Bonuses) periodically includes promotional codes for up to 30% discounts on Xiaomi accessories, which are not publicly available and are only valid for members of the club with the Expert level and above.

3. Impact on development

At the Master level, you can vote for new features in the MIUI. For example, in 2023, this is how the Ultra Battery Saver mode for the Redmi Note 12 was added to the firmware - the club users voted for it as the most necessary feature.

4. Technical support without queueing

If you are a Legend, you can contact Xiaomi technical support directly via a special form at the club, usually within 2-4 hours (versus 2-3 days for regular users).

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To get more activity points, you can take part in weekly challenges, which are announced in the Events section, for example, writing 5 comments per week can get you a chance to get a job. +50 points instead of the standard +5.

How the Xiomi Club integrates with MIUI hyperos

Xiaomi Club does not exist separately from Xiaomi ecosystem โ€“ it is deeply integrated into firmware MIUI And HyperOS. Here's how it works:

Notifications of new functions

If you are an active member of the club, in the phone settings (section "About the phone" โ†’ System Update") may be notices of hidden features. For example, before the release of HyperOS, members of the club with the level of "Expert" were able to enable the new interface through Developer Options before the official announcement.

2. Error reports

V MIUI There's a built-in Feedback tool that's directly linked to the Xiomi Club, and if you send a bug report over your phone, it's automatically linked to your club account, and the confirmed bugs are rewarded with activity points.

3. Exclusive themes and wallpaper

In the "Settings" section โ†’ Display โ†’ Wallpaper) members sometimes have private wallpaper collections, for example, in 2026, only Master-level users could download the theme "HyperOS Dark Pro" before its official release.

Priority updates

Devices linked to high-level accounts in Xiomi Club receive stable updates MIUI/HyperOS on 1โ€“2 It's not a documented feature, but it's confirmed by many forum users.

Common myths about Xiaomi Club: what is true and what is not

There's a lot of rumors going around the Xiomi Club, and we're going to look at the most popular ones.

Myth 1: โ€œYou can get a phone for free at a clubโ€

โŒ Xiaomi sometimes plays devices among active participants, but the chances of winning are minimal (usually 1 phone per 10,000 participants.

Myth 2: โ€œClub membership offers a guarantee advantageโ€

โš ๏ธ Partly true, club status alone does not extend the warranty, but users with Expert level and above can get accelerated review of warranty cases (e.g., a screen change in 3 days instead of 10).

Myth 3: โ€œYou can download any firmware in the clubโ€

โŒ No, only firmware is available for models participating in the beta, and then you can run it through a club like Redmi 9 with firmware from the beta. POCO X3 It will not work โ€“ the system blocks incompatible files.

Myth 4: โ€œA club account can be soldโ€

โŒ Xiaomi tracks suspicious activity (such as changing a connected device or country), and when it detects account trading, it is permanently blocked, and all privileges are burned down.

Myth 5: โ€œThe club only works in Chinaโ€

โš ๏ธ Not quite. The main audience is really China, but there are full-fledged localizations for Russia, India, Indonesia and Europe, with a bit of a downsizing (e.g. no votes for new features), but the basic features are available.

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The fastest way to lose your account in the Xiomi Club is to use VPN To cheat activity or try to sell your profile. Xiaomi blocks such accounts without the possibility of recovery.

Alternatives to Xiomi Club: where else do the owners of Xiaomi communicate

If for some reason Xiaomi Club is not suitable for you, there are several alternative platforms for communication and information:

PlatformAdvantagesDeficiencies
Mi Community (c.mi.com)Official forum, support for many languages, access to global beta firmwareLess exclusive than the Xiomi Club
4PDA (4pda.to)Large community, many custom firmware, reviewsNo official support for Xiaomi, lots of spam
Telegram chats (e.g, @miuiru)Quick answers, current news, file sharingNo structure, a lot of flooding, the risk of running into scammers
Reddit (r/Xiaomi)English-speaking community, a lot of technical discussionsIt is difficult to find information on specific models for Russian-speaking users.

If you want official bonuses (discounts, early access to firmware), there is no alternative to the Xiomi Club, but for technical problems or for finding custom firmware, you should turn to the Xiomi Club. 4PDA Telegram.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi Club

Can I register with the Xiomi Club without a Xiaomi phone?
Technically, yes, but you'll be unable to get most of the features, like you won't be able to participate in firmware beta testing or get accessory coupons, and without a tethered device, you won't be able to level higher than Active User.
How to restore access to your account if you forget your Mi Account password?
Go to the recovery page and select the method: via email, phone number or backup code (if you saved it). SMS Important: if an account was created more than 2 years ago and was not used, Xiaomi can delete it - it is impossible to restore such profiles.
Is it true that you can get a discount on a new phone at the Xiomi Club?
Yes, but with reservations: discounts of up to 10-15% on new models (Redmi, POCO, Xiaomi periodically appears in the "Privilege" section for users with the level of "Expert" and above. However, these discounts are only valid on the official Xiaomi website and are usually limited in time (1-3 days).
What if I was banned from the Xiomi Club?
First, check the reason for the ban in the support letter (usually comes to the email associated with Mi Account). Most often blocked for: Spam or advertising in the posts Insulting other users Activity (for example, massive likes to their posts) Discussion of hacking firmware or circumventing restrictions If the ban is temporary (up to 30 days), wait for unlocking. If permanent, write in support through the form on the website club.xiaomi.com (section "Help"). The chances of being debunked are minimal, but you can try.
How do I know which devices are linked to my account?
Go to your profile on the Xiomi Club website and find the "My Devices" section, which will list all the gadgets you've ever linked to the Mi Account. If any device isn't on the list, check: That you logged in to the same account you used when you set up your phone, that the device is connected to the Internet (only synced online), that the phone's settings enable sync with Mi Cloud (Settings). โ†’ Mi Account โ†’ Mi Cloud โ†’ Sync).