How to connect a Xiaomi vacuum cleaner to your phone: instructions for all models (2026)

Xiaomi vacuum cleaners are no longer a luxury — they are now a necessary helper to keep clean effortlessly. But to unlock the full potential of the device, it needs to be connected to the right smartphone, allowing you to manage your cleaning remotely, adjust your schedule, monitor your map of the room, and even integrate a vacuum cleaner into your smart home system.

In this article, we will discuss all possible synchronization methods, from standard Mi Home connection to alternative methods for older models or devices without original software. You will also learn how to solve typical errors (for example, when the vacuum cleaner does not find Wi-Fi or “hangs” during the pairing stage), and what settings optimize the operation of the device after connecting.

Important: the instruction is relevant for all modern models Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum, Dreame, Viomi and other brands of the Xiaomi ecosystem released after 2018. For legacy devices (for example, the first generation of 2016-2017), additional steps may be required – they are taken in a separate section.

1.What Xiaomi vacuum cleaner models support phone connection?

Before you start setting up, make sure your model is compatible with the mobile app. Almost all Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners since 2018 support remote control, but there are nuances:

• 🤖 Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2/Pro/Ultra — Full support for Mi Home and Mi Home Lite, including voice control via Alice or Google Assistant.
• 🧹 Dreame D9/F9/Z10 Pro – use the proprietary Dreamehome application, but can also connect via Mi Home (requires a change of region in the settings).
• 🏠 Viomi V2/V3/SE — Work via Viomi Home or Mi Home (depending on firmware).
• ⚠️ Mi Robot Vacuum 1S (2016–2017 – only supports the outdated version of the Mi Home (up to 6.0) and may require manual addition via Other Devices.

If your model is not listed, check it on Xiaomi’s official website or in the documentation. Outdated devices (before 2018) may not support modern versions of applications, requiring software rollback or the use of alternative firmware (for example, Valetudo).

Preparation for connection: what to do before synchronization

To avoid pairing errors, perform preliminary preparation:

1. Charging the vacuum cleaner: Make sure the battery level is at least 20%, and the optimal level is 50% or higher, since the connection process can take up to 10 minutes.
2. Install the app. Download the current version of Mi Home (from Google Play for Android, from the App Store for iOS), and Mi Home Lite (a lightweight version for weak smartphones) is an alternative.
3. Account registration: If you don’t have a profile in the Xiaomi ecosystem, register via email or phone number, and account binding is mandatory, without it, the vacuum cleaner will not save the settings after the reboot.
4. Wi-Fi setup. The vacuum cleaner only supports 2.4GHz networks. If your router is running on 5GHz, turn on compatibility mode or create a separate network for smart devices.

Also check what's on the phone:

• 📶 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled (required for initial pairing).
• 🔒 Notifications for the Mi Home app are allowed (in phone settings).
• 📱 Free at least 500 MB of memory (the application downloads room maps and firmware).

3. Step-by-step instruction: how to connect a Xiaomi vacuum cleaner to the phone via Mi Home

The standard synchronization method takes no more than 5-7 minutes.

1. Turn on the vacuum cleaner. Press and hold the power button on the case until the beep (usually 3-5 seconds). Some models (for example, Dreame D9) need to press the power button + Home combination.
2. Launch Mi Home. Press + → Add the device in the upper right corner. If the application requests location access, allow (this is necessary to search for devices on the local network).
3. Select a category. Slip on the vacuum cleaner or enter the model name manually in the search bar.
4. Bluetooth pairing. Hold the phone to the vacuum cleaner at a distance of 10-20 cm. Wait for vibration or sound signal (means the connection is established).
5. Wi-Fi connection. Select your 2.4GHz network and enter your password. If the vacuum cleaner doesn't find Wi-Fi, check if the network SSID is hidden in the router's settings.
6. Complete setup. Wait for the firmware update (if available) and create a map of the room, at which point you can configure voice control (via Alice or Google Assistant).

If the vacuum cleaner does not connect, try:

• 🔄 Restart router and vacuum cleaner (hold power button for 10 seconds).
• 📱 Remove the Mi Home app cache in your phone settings.
• 🌐 Change the region in the Mi Home profile to China (sometimes helps for new models).

4. Alternative ways to connect (if Mi Home does not work)

If the standard method does not work, use one of the alternatives:

Method 1: Connect via Dreamehome (for Dreame vacuum cleaners)

Dreame models often conflict with Mi Home, and it is better to use the proprietary app for them:

1. Download Dreamehome from the official store.
2. Sign up or sign in through your Xiaomi account.
3. Press + → Add the device → Vacuum.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen (similar to Mi Home, but without changing region).

Method 2: Manual addition via "Other devices" (for older models)

For Mi Robot Vacuum 1S or other obsolete vacuum cleaners:

1. In Mi Home, click Profile → Settings → Add manually.
2. Choose a vacuum cleaner. → Mi Robot Vacuum (even if the model is different).
3. Enter the device’s Token (can be obtained through the Mi Home Token Extractor app for Android).

Method 3: Connecting via Valetudo (for advanced users)

If you want to do without Xiaomi cloud services, install an alternative firmware Valetudo:

• 🔧 Root access to the vacuum cleaner is required (through SSH or physical access to the board).
• 📡 Management is carried out through a local network without reference to the account.
• ⚠️ Warranty is off! Suitable only for power users.

Detailed instructions for installing Valetudo can be found on the official website of the project.

5. Vacuum cleaner setting after connection: optimization of work

After successful synchronization, it is recommended to configure the vacuum cleaner for maximum efficiency:

Also useful:

• 🔋 Configure automatic return to base at low charge (20%).
• 🗺️ Save multiple maps (for example, for different floors).
• 🛠️ Include notifications of blockages or wear of brushes.

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If the vacuum cleaner often loses communication with Wi-Fi, attach a static one to it. IP-address in the router settings, which will prevent connection breaks when you change DHCP-lick.

Typical errors and their solutions

Even with the right connection, there can be failures. Let's take a look at the most common ones.

⚠️ Note: If the vacuum cleaner gives an error No connection to the server, check if your router blocks access to the domains.mi.com or.xiaomi.com.

If the error is repeated, try:

1. Remove the device from Mi Home and add it again.
2. Update the vacuum cleaner firmware manually (in the device settings in the application).
3. Reset the vacuum cleaner to factory settings (hold the power button for 10 seconds until the beep).

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Most of the connection errors are due to unstable Wi-Fi or outdated firmware. Always start your diagnosis by checking the network and updating the software.

7.Voice control and integration with a smart home

Once connected, the vacuum cleaner can be controlled by voice or linked to other Xiaomi devices:

Voice assistants

• 🗣️ Alice, turn on the vacuum cleaner Alice, clean the living room in 30 minutes
• 🤖 Google Assistant: Okay, Google, start cleaning the kitchen, Google, send the vacuum cleaner to the base
• 🍎 Siri (via HomeKit): Requires a Home Assistant or Aqara Hub bridge.

Integration with other Xiaomi devices

In the Mi Home application, you can create automation:

• 🔄 If nobody's home → Start cleaning (activates by geolocation of the phone).
• 🌡️ If humidity > 60% → vacuum the bathroom (with Aqara sensor).
• 🚪 If the window is open → Stop cleaning (with Mi Window Sensor).

For advanced automation, use Home Assistant or Node-RED. These systems allow you to connect the vacuum cleaner to devices from other brands (for example, Philips Hue or Samsung SmartThings).

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)