How to connect a vacuum cleaner Xiaomi to Android phone over Wi-Fi: instructions with photos and videos

Xiaomi’s robot vacuum cleaners are some of the most popular smart home devices, but their first smartphone connection is often questionable, especially when it comes to syncing Wi-Fi with an Android phone. In this article, you’ll find the latest guidance for the 2022-2026 models, including the Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, Dreame D9 and Viomi V3, and solving common bugs like “not finding the network” or “not connecting to Mi Home.”

The connection process takes no more than 5-7 minutes, but requires precise steps, and we will discuss two ways: through the official Mi Home app (for most models) and Dreamehome alternative software (for Dreame brand vacuum cleaners), and you will learn how to reset the vacuum cleaner if it was already linked to another account, and what to do if the phone does not see the device in the list of available ones.

Which models of Xiaomi vacuum cleaners support Wi-Fi connection?

Not all Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners are equipped with a Wi-Fi module. In the table below are current models (2020-2026) that can be connected to an Android phone:

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi vacuum cleaners don't work with 5GHz networks (except some Dreame models).If your router only broadcasts 5GHz, turn on 2.4GHz mode or split the networks in your router settings.

To check if your model supports Wi-Fi connectivity, look at the device case: there should be a sticker indicating the 802.11 b/g/n standard or an antenna icon, and this information can be found in the manual or on the official Xiaomi website.

Preparing for connection: what to do before synchronization

Before you start connecting, follow a few mandatory steps to avoid errors like “failure to connect to the network” or “device is unresponsive”.

• 📱 Update the Mi Home app to the latest version on Google Play.Older versions may not support newer models of vacuum cleaners.
• 🔄 Reboot the vacuum cleaner: hold the power button for 5-10 seconds until the sound of the beep.
• 📶 Check Wi-Fi network: router must work 2.4 GHz (or mixed mode) 2.4/5 GHz with the same name SSID).
• 🔋 Charging vacuum cleaner: battery level must be at least 20%, otherwise the device may turn off during settings.

If your vacuum cleaner has already been linked to another account (for example, the seller has not reset the settings), perform (hard reset).

1. Turn off the vacuum cleaner.
2. Press the power and home buttons (or Wi-Fi, if any) for 10-15 seconds at the same time.
3. Wait for the sound signal and the indicator flash.

Step-by-step: Connection via Mi Home

This method is suitable for most vacuum cleaners Xiaomi, Viomi and some models Dreame. Follow the instructions strictly in order:

1. Install the Mi Home app from Google Play and register (or log in to an existing one). Use the "Russia" or "Europe" region - this is important for the voice assistant to work properly and updates.
2. Turn on the vacuum cleaner and wait for it to say a greeting in Chinese or English.
3. Start Mi Home and press + → Add the device.
4. Select the category "Vacilities" and find your model in the list. If it is not, select Mi Robot Vacuum (Universal Profile).
5. Bring the phone to the vacuum cleaner (up to 1 meter away) and wait for the sound signal.
6. Connect to the temporary vacuum cleaner network (the name will be type) Xiaomi_Vacuum_XXXX) and go back to the app.
7. Select your home Wi-Fi network (2.4GHz only!) and enter your password.
8. Wait until the setup is completed (1-3 minutes), the vacuum cleaner will emit a long beep and appear in the list of devices.

⚠️ Note: If at the stage of connecting to the temporary network the phone automatically switches back to home Wi-Fi, disable the option Autoconnect to known networks or Smart switching in the Android settings (located in Settings). → The Internet and the Internet → Wi-Fi → Additionally).

Connecting Dreame vacuum cleaners through Dreamehome

Dreame models (such as the D9 or D10 Plus) can be connected via both the Mi Home and Dreamehome, a method that is often more stable, especially for new devices.

Instructions for Dreamehome:

1. Download the Dreamehome app and register.
2. Turn on the vacuum cleaner and wait for the voice message "Waiting for connection".
3. In the application, click + → Add the device → Vacuum cleaner.
4. Select the model from the list (or Dreame Vacuum for a universal profile).
5. Connect to the temporary vacuum cleaner network (Dreame_XXXX) and go back to the app.
6. Select your 2.4GHz home network and enter your password.
7. Wait until the setup is complete (the vacuum cleaner says "Connection successful").

💡 Useful tip: If the Dreame vacuum cleaner doesn't connect via Mi Home but runs in Dreamehome, don't remove it from the second app.Sync between services can take up to 24 hours to sync between services.

Common mistakes and their solutions

Even with the correct following of the instructions, problems can arise, and here is a list of common errors and ways to fix them:

• 🔴 "Unable to connect to the network": Check that the router is running in 2.4 GHz mode. Turn off the router's Security feature WPA3 (use WPA2-PSK). Reboot the router and vacuum cleaner.
• 🔴 "Device not responding: Make sure the vacuum cleaner is on and charged. Bring the phone closer to the vacuum cleaner (up to 50 cm). Check if the antivirus (e.g. Avast or Kaspersky) is blocking the connection to the temporary network.
• 🔴 "App does not find vacuum cleaner": Remove the device from the list in Mi Home and reconnect. Reset the vacuum cleaner settings (see "Preparation"). Try connecting via another app (Dreamehome for Dreame models).

If none of these methods helped, check. MAC-Filtering in router settings. Some Xiaomi vacuum cleaners have dynamic MAC-Addresses that may be blocked by network hardware. MAC-address of the vacuum cleaner in the list of allowed (you can find it in Mi Home) → Settings of the device → Information).

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If the vacuum cleaner connects, but constantly falls off the Wi-Fi, try fixing it. IP-device address in router settings (DHCP This will prevent you from changing your address when you reboot.

Setup of the vacuum cleaner after connection

Once you've successfully synchronized, you have to adjust the vacuum cleaner to your needs, and here are the key parameters that you should change right away:

• 🗺️ Map of the room: Start the first cleaning in Mapping mode (in Mi Home: Cleaning) → Once you have created the map, mark out the rooms and install virtual walls.
• ⏰ Cleaning schedule: Set up automatic cleaning by day of the week (Settings) → Schedule. Select mode (Silent, Balanced, Turbo).
• 🔊 Voice prompts: Turn on or off voice in Settings → Voice. Select the language (Chinese, English, Russian available for some models).

🔹 Important point: If you use a vacuum cleaner with moping (wet cleaning), you can set the level of moisture in the settings (Low, Medium, High.

Connecting to a Smart Home: Google Assistant and Alice

Once synchronized with Mi Home, the vacuum cleaner can be integrated with voice assistants, allowing you to manage cleaning commands like, "OK, Google, start the vacuum cleaner."

For Google Assistant:

1. Open the Google Home app.
2. Press + → Set up the device → Are there devices already?
3. Select Xiaomi from the list and sign in to your Mi Account.
4. Allow access to the devices and select a vacuum cleaner.

For Alice (Yandex):

1. In the Yandex app, go to Devices → + → Xiaomi.
2. Sign in through your Mi Account.
3. Choose a vacuum cleaner and assign him a room.

⚠️ Warning: To work with voice assistants, the vacuum cleaner must be tied to the region of Russia or Europe in Mi Home. If China is selected, the synchronization may not work.

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Not all models support voice control. Check compatibility on the manufacturer's website before buying.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi vacuum cleaners