How to connect Xiaomi humidifier to Wi-Fi and application: instructions with photos and videos

Xiaomi’s humidifiers are among the most popular smart home devices thanks to a combination of affordable prices, compact sizes and extensive remote control capabilities. However, many users face difficulties already at the first connection stage: the device does not find the network, the Mi Home application does not see the humidifier, or synchronization errors. In this article, we will analyze all the ways of connecting (via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, manually), typical problems and give practical tips for the Mi Smart Antibacterial Humidifier, MiJia Humidifier 2 and others.

Xiaomi humidifiers are integrated into the Mi Home ecosystem, allowing you to control your device from your smartphone, set schedules, and even link work with other gadgets (for example, automatically turn on at low humidity, recorded by the Mi Temperature and Humidity Sensor sensor). But you need to correctly perform the initial setup. If you just unpacked the device or reset it to factory settings, follow our instructions Step-by-step.

Preparing Xiaomi Humidizer for the First Included

Before connecting to a network or application, you need to do physical training of the device, which will take no more than 5 minutes, but will help avoid most errors in the future.

Start with a check of the equipment. In the box with the Xiaomi humidifier should be:

• 📦 The moisturizer itself (model is indicated on the sticker below)
• 🔌 Power adapter (usually) 24W or 30W, model)
• 💧 Cartridge for water (in some models - removable filter)
• 📑 Instructions in Chinese/English (Russian version may not be available)
• 🔧 Cleaning tool (brush or shoulder blade)

If something is missing, check to see if there are any parts left in the foam sealer of the box, for example, the filter is often glued to the inside of the package.

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Don't use a humidifier without first flushing the tank! Even newer devices can contain manufacturing dust. Pour the water, turn it on for 5 minutes in maximum power mode, then drain and rinse the tank.

Now, do the following:

1. Remove the protective film from the case and display (if any).
2. Wash the water tank with running water only (without detergents!).
3. Install a cartridge or filter (if designed) for example in the MiJia Humidifier model. CA1 filter is inserted into the lower part of the tank.
4. Pour water to the maximum mark (use distilled or filtered water to avoid scale).
5. Connect the power adapter to the humidifier, but do not plug in until the setup is complete.

Connecting Xiaomi Humidifier to Wi-Fi via Mi Home

The main way to control the humidifier is through the Mi Home app (renamed Mi Home for Android and Xiaomi Home for iOS). To do this, the device must be connected to your home Wi-Fi network.

First, make sure that:

• 📱 The smartphone has the Mi Home app (you can download it in Google Play or App Store).
• 🌐 Your router supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi standard (Xiaomi humidifiers do not work with 5 GHz!).
• 🔄 The router's down. WPA3 (use WPA2-PSK).
• 📶 The device is not further than 5 meters from the router (for the first connection).

Now we move on to the setting:

1. Turn the humidifier on the socket. The display should light up (usually a blue or orange LED flashes).
2. Press the power button for 5 seconds until you hear an audible signal (Wi-Fi will appear in models with a display).
3. Open the Mi Home app and click + → Add the device.
4. Choose the category of Smart Home → Moisturizer and find your model (e.g. Mi Smart Antibacterial Humidifier).
5. Follow the instructions on the screen: the application will offer to connect to the temporary network of the humidifier (the name will be type). Xiaomi_XXXX).
6. Once connected, go back to Mi Home, select your 2.4 GHz home Wi-Fi network and enter your password.
7. Wait until the sync is complete (it can take up to 2 minutes).

If the humidifier is not connected, check:

• 🔌 Is the Wi-Fi password correctly entered (registration matters!).
• 📵 Does the router block the connection of new devices (disable) MAC-filtering).
• 🔄 Is the 2.4 GHz channel overloaded (try switching the router to channel 1, 6, or 11 manually).

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If the humidifier flashes orange and doesn't connect, reset it to the factory settings. To do this, press the power button for 10 seconds until you hear a double beep.

Alternative ways to connect (Bluetooth, without Wi-Fi)

Not everyone knows, but Xiaomi humidifiers can be connected without Wi-Fi, using Bluetooth or controlling directly from the device panel.This is true if you do not have a router or want to use a humidifier in the office / guest house.

Method 1: Control via Bluetooth (available for Mi Bluetooth models):

1. Turn on the humidifier and put it in pairing mode (press the Mode button for 3 seconds).
2. In the Mi Home app, select Add Device → Searching nearby.
3. Click on the humidifier found (the name will be type) MIHUM-XXXX).
4. Confirm the connection on the device (it may be necessary to enter) PIN-code, usually 0000 or 1234).

Limitations of Bluetooth mode:

- It only works at a distance of 10 meters.

No access to cloud functions (e.g., schedule management)

You can’t connect to other Xiaomi devices (such as a humidity sensor).

Method 2: Manual control without application:

• 🔘 Power button - on/off.
• 🌊 Mist button – adjusting the spray intensity (usually 3 levels).
• 🕒 Timer button - setting the timer (2/4/8 hours).
• 💡 Light button – turn on/off the backlight (if any).

For models with a display (e.g., Mi Smart Antibacterial Humidifier) the screen displays:

• 💧 Current humidity in the room (if an external sensor is connected).
• 🌡️ Temperature (in some firmware).
• ⚙️ Current mode of operation (Auto, Sleep, Baby).

Make sure the tank is filled with water.|Check that the power adapter is tightly inserted into the humidifier|The device must be on a flat surface (not on the carpet!)|If there is a filter, it must be clean and properly installed.

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Setup of Xiaomi humidifier after connecting

Once you've successfully connected to Mi Home, you can customize the humidifier to suit your needs, and let's look at the basic settings that you should set up right away.

Selection of region and server:

When you first launch, Mi Home will suggest you choose a region. For Russia, it is optimal to specify Russia (Russia) or Europe (Europe); If you choose China (China), some functions may not work correctly (for example, voice assistant Alice will not be able to control the device).

Firmware update:

Check for updates in the device menu in Mi Home (Settings section) → Update firmware fixes connection errors and adds new modes, for example, in the latest versions for MiJia Humidifier 2, there is an Anti-bacterial mode (antibacterial).

3. The main settings in the application:

Automation and scenarios:

You can create automatic scripts in Mi Home, like:

• 🌅 If humidity < 45%, then turn the humidifier on to the average power.
• 🛌 If it is 23:00, switch to Sleep mode.
• 🚪 If the window is open (by the sensor Mi) Door/Window Sensor, turn off the humidifier.

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For precise humidity control, buy the Mi Temperature and Humidity Sensor 2 (around 1,000). ₽). It synchronizes with the humidifier and allows you to configure automation based on real data, rather than the built-in hygrometer (which often lies).

Typical errors and their solutions

Even with the right connection, Xiaomi's humidifier can not work properly. TOP-5 errors and ways of eliminating them.

1. The humidifier is not turned on (no reaction to the buttons):

• 🔌 Check the socket (connect another device).
• 🔋 Make sure the power adapter is original (some "non-originals" do not give the desired voltage).
• 🔄 Reset the device (press the power button for 10 seconds).

2. does not connect to Wi-Fi (flashes orange):

• 📶 Reboot the router.
• 🔑 Check that the Wi-Fi password does not contain Cyrillic or special characters (use only Latin and numerals).
• 📱 Remove the humidifier from Mi Home and add it again.

3. the application does not see the device:

• 📲 Update Mi Home to the latest version.
• 🌍 Check the region in the profile (should match the region of the device addition).
• 🔄 Switch your smartphone to mobile internet (sometimes helps with Wi-Fi issues).

4. The humidifier works, but does not spray water:

• 💧 Check the water level (even if the indicator shows a full tank).
• 🧼 Clean the ultrasonic membrane (in models with ultrasound) or the filter (in models with an evaporative element).
• 🔧 Make sure the tank cover is tightly closed (some models have a closing sensor).

Heavy noise or vibration:

• ⚖️ Check whether the device is evenly standing (vibration can occur on an uneven surface).
• 🧽 Clean the fan of dust (in models with forced air circulation).
• 💧 Use distilled water (calculate on the membrane increases noise).

Operation and care tips

To make Xiaomi humidifier last a long time, follow these recommendations:

Cleaning and disinfection:

• 🧽 Wash the tank every 3 days (even if you use distilled water).
• 🧪 Disinfect once a week: pour the solution (1 liter of water) + 1 tbsp. spoonful of hydrogen peroxide) and turn on for 1 hour, then rinse.
• 🧹 Clean the ultrasonic membrane (in MiJia Humidifier 2 models) with a soft brush (comes with a kit).

Choice of water:

• 💧 The best option is distilled water (prolongs the life of the membrane).
• 🚰 It is permissible to use filtered water (for example, from a cooler).
• ❌ Prohibited: tap water, mineral water, liquids with additives (except for special flavors for humidifiers).

Optimal accommodation:

• 🪑 Place a humidifier 0.5-1 meters from the bed/sofa (to avoid overhydration of the sleep zone).
• 🌿 Do not place near plants (excessive humidity can harm them).
• 🖥️ Keep away from the equipment (moist air can condense on screens).

Storage and conservation:

• 🏠 If you do not use a humidifier for more than a week, drain the water and dry the tank.
• 🔕 For long-term storage (for example, in summer), remove the filter and store it in a dry place.
• 🌡️ Do not leave the device in a room with a temperature below 5°C (risk of damage to the membrane).

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If the humidifier has not been used for more than a month, be sure to wash it with a solution of vinegar (1: 1 with water) before turning it on - this will remove possible mold and bacteria.

Integration with voice assistants and other Xiaomi devices

Xiaomi's humidifier can be controlled by voice via Alice, Google Assistant or Siri, and can also be linked to other gadgets in the ecosystem.

1.Management through Alice (Yandex):

1. Open the Yandex app and go to Devices → Add the device.
2. Choose Xiaomi and log in through your Mi Home account.
3. After synchronization, say, Alice, turn on the humidifier by 60%.

Supported teams:

• 🎤 Alice, set humidity 55%
• 🎤 Alice, turn on the moisturiser sleep mode.
• 🎤 Alice, turn off the humidifier in 2 hours.

2. Communication with Xiaomi sensors:

If you have a Mi Temperature and Humidity Sensor, you can create an automatic script:

If the sensor detects humidity < 40%


The humidifier is activated in Auto mode




The humidifier is switched off.

To do this, go to Mi Home Automation → Create → Smart script.

3. Manage via Google Home/Siri:

• For Google Assistant, connect your Mi Home account to the Google Home app (Section Add Add) → The device → Xiaomi).
• For Siri, use the HomeKit app (you need Mi Home Bridge or Home Assistant).

1.The device is added to the same Mi Home account as the assistant.

2. In the humidifier settings in Mi Home, the Control through the Cloud option is enabled.

3.The Mi Home app has access to a microphone (for some voice commands).-->

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi humidifiers