Connecting the fan Xiaomi to the phone: full instructions with pictures and tips

Xiaomi’s smart fans are not just cooling devices, but full-fledged elements of the smart home ecosystem that can be controlled from a smartphone. However, many users face difficulties when connecting for the first time: the app does not see the device, Wi-Fi refuses to sync, voice commands are ignored. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to connect, from standard synchronization via Mi Home to integration with Google Assistant and Apple HomeKit, and also explain how to avoid typical errors.

It's important to understand that the connection process can vary depending on the fan model. For example, the budget Mi Smart Standing Fan and the premium Dreo Tower Fan (which also belong to the Xiaomi ecosystem) require different approaches. We'll look at the universal steps, as well as the nuances for specific devices. If you just unpacked the box and don't know where to start, this guide is for you.

What Xiaomi fans can be connected to the phone?

Not all fans of the brand support remote control, but here are the key models that are guaranteed to sync with the smartphone:

• 🌬️ Xiaomi Mi Smart Standing Fan 1C/2/Pro — Budget floor models with support for Mi Home.
• 🏠 Smartmi Standing Fan 2S/3 — Improved versions with temperature and humidity sensors.
• 🖥️ Dreo Tower Fan (DR-HTF009/DR-HTF016) — Premium tower fans with support for Google Home and Alexa.
• 🌡️ Xiaomi Mi Air Circulator Fan – compact models for a table with Bluetooth control.

If your model is not on this list, check its serial number on the official Xiaomi website or in the documentation. For example, older versions of the Mi Fan (until 2020) may not support Wi-Fi, but only a Bluetooth connection with limited functionality.

Compatibility criteria: The box or manual must indicate "Smart Home Ready" or "Works with Mi Home" if it doesn't have a logo, the device will likely not connect to the phone.

Preparation for connection: what to check before starting

Before you start syncing, make sure all the preconditions are met, which will save you 90% of the problems during the connection phase.

Install the Mi Home app (version 6.0+)|

Connect the fan to the socket and turn it on with a button on the case |

Make sure your phone is connected to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi (not 5GHz!)|

Turn off VPNs and firewalls on your phone |

Check that the phone is Bluetooth enabled (for some models)-->

The most common mistake is trying to connect to a 5GHz network. Xiaomi fans only work with 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. If your router supports both bands, temporarily turn off 5GHz or create a separate network for 2.4GHz.

⚠️ Note: If you are using a dual-band router with a shared network name (SSID), The fan can freeze during the connection phase, in which case divide the networks in the router settings into MyWiFi_2.4G and MyWiFi_5G.

Also check the region in Mi Home. By default, the app can select China, which blocks some features. For Russia and CIS, select "Russia" or "Europe" in the profile settings.

Method 1: Connect via Mi Home (main method)

This is a universal method that works for most models. Follow the instructions Step-by-step:

1. Install the Mi Home app from Google Play or the App Store. Version should be at least 6.0.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (via Google/Facebook).
3. Press "+" → "Add device" → select the category "Fan".
4. Hold the power button on the fan for 5-10 seconds until the indicator flashes (usually orange or blue).
5. In the app, select your model from the list and follow the hints.

If the fan is not detected:

• 🔄 Reset the fan (turn off the socket for 30 seconds).
• 📶 Move the phone closer to the fan (maximum 1-2 meters).
• 🔌 Make sure the router does not block the devices in the blacklist" (MAC-filtering).

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If Mi Home asks you to update the fan firmware, agree – this will fix connection errors in 80% of cases.

Method 2: Connect via Bluetooth (for models without Wi-Fi)

Some compact fans (such as the Mi Air Circulator Fan) only support Bluetooth connectivity.

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your phone.
2. Hold the power button on the fan until the blue indicator flashes.
3. In Mi Home, select "Add Device" → "Bluthuse Devices".
4. Select a model from the list and confirm the pairing.

Limitations of Bluetooth mode:

• ❌ The control works only within a radius of 10 meters.
• ❌ No remote access via the Internet.
• ❌ You can’t integrate with Google Assistant or Siri.

⚠️ Warning: If the fan is displayed in Mi Home after the connection, but does not respond to commands, try resetting it to factory settings. To do this, hold the power button for 15 seconds until the indicator goes out and flashes again.

Method 3: Integration with Google Home and Apple HomeKit

If you're using Google Assistant or Apple HomeKit, you can add a fan to these ecosystems.

For Google Home:

1. Open Mi Home, go to Profile → Settings → Smart Home → Google.
2. Sign in to your Google account.
3. Select a fan from the list of devices for synchronization.
4. Open Google Home and check if the device is available.

Dreo fans (such as DR-HTF016) require a separate Dreo app, not a Mi Home.

Solving problems: what to do if the fan does not connect

If there are errors at the connection stage, use this diagnostic table:

If nothing helps, do a full fan reset:

1. Turn the fan off the socket.
2. Press the power button and hold it.
3. Turn the fan into the socket without releasing the button.
4. Hold the button for another 10-15 seconds until the indicator blinks quickly.

Voice control: how to turn on the fan by the team

Once you've successfully connected, you can control the fan with your voice via Google Assistant, Siri, or Alice.

• 🎤 "Okay, Google, turn the fan on as much as possible"
• 🎤 "Alice, set the fan speed to 3"
• 🎤 "Hey Siri, turn off the bedroom fan (HomeKit required)

Setting up voice control in Google Assistant:

1. Open Google Home.
2. Go to Devices" → select the fan.
3. Click Settings → “Pseudonyms” and specify a convenient name (for example, “Fan in the hall”).
4. You can now use this name in voice commands.

⚠️ Warning: Voice commands for adjusting the angle of inclination or timer may not work for budget models (e.g. Mi Smart Standing Fan). 1C). Check the list of supported features in the documentation.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi fans