How to use the robot vacuum cleaner Xiaomi through the phone: detailed instructions from the video 2026

Xiaomi vacuum cleaners are no longer a luxury — they are now indispensable household assistants that can keep clean without you. But many owners use only basic functions, without even knowing that they can customize their cleaning schedules, create virtual walls, control battery levels or even control their device with voice. This article will reveal the full capabilities of the Mi Home app (and its alternatives) for Mi Robot Vacuum, Dreame and other brands.

We're not just going to list the buttons on the menu, we're going to show you how to optimize your house cleaning, from setting up no-go pet areas to integrating with Alice or Google Assistant, and at the end of this article, we're going to have a selection of up-to-date video tutorials with expert explanations. Are you ready to turn your robot vacuum cleaner into a smart assistant?

1.What Xiaomi models support phone control?

Not all Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners are equally smart, and remote control is dependent on the generation of the device, the availability of a Wi-Fi module, and the software that is supported, and here are the key lines that can be controlled from a smartphone:

• 🤖 Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Series (including 2 Lite, 2 Pro, 2 Ultra) – flagship models with laser navigation LDS, Support for wet cleaning and advanced room maps.
• 🏠 Dreame Bot (like DreameBot) D9, L10 Pro) – premium series with improved suction and self-cleaning function of the tank.
• 💰 Budget options: Mi Robot Vacuum 1S, Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop Essential – basic functionality, but with app support.
• ⚡ Older models: Mi Robot Vacuum 1 (2016) requires firmware to work with Mi Home and has limited features.

How to check your model's compatibility? Look at the specifications on the official website or in the documentation for the device - look for references to Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz and Mi Home/Dreame. If your vacuum cleaner is released after 2018, chances are that there will be no problems.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi’s robot vacuum cleaners only work with 2.4GHz Wi-Fi networks. If your router only broadcasts 5GHz, you’ll have to turn on compatible mode or use a separate access point.

For Dreame models (like the DreameBot Z10 Pro), the Dreame app is used instead of the Mi Home, offering advanced settings such as adjusting the suction force for different types of coatings or adjusting the order of cleaning rooms.

2. Connecting the robot vacuum cleaner Xiaomi to the phone: step-by-step instructions

Before you can control your device remotely, you need to link it to your Xiaomi account and connect it to your home network. Consider the process using the Mi Home app (for Android/iOS).

Step 1: Install and configure Mi Home

Download the application from official stores:

• 📱 Google Play for Android
• 🍎 App Store for iOS

After installation:

1. Sign up or sign in to Xiaomi account (use the same region as when buying a vacuum cleaner!).
2. Click + → Add the device in the upper right corner.
3. Select the category Smart home → Vacuum cleaners and find your model.

Step 2: Connecting the vacuum cleaner to Wi-Fi

The algorithm for most models:

Turn on the robot vacuum cleaner (button) ON/OFF case)

Make sure the Wi-Fi light flashes orange

Connect your phone to the 2.4 GHz network

Turn it off. VPN Firewalls (they can block the connection)-->

In the Mi Home app, select your 2.4GHz home Wi-Fi network and enter your password. The robot will beep and start connecting. If the process is stalled in the "Conjugation" phase, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the vacuum cleaner (hold the power button for 10 seconds).
• 📶 Move the device closer to the router (walls and furniture may block the signal).
• 🔧 Reset the vacuum cleaner settings (clip home) + 5 seconds power).

⚠️ Note: If your Xiaomi vacuum cleaner is purchased abroad (e.g. in China), Mi Home may need to change region to “China” (Profile) → Region. Otherwise, the device will not be on the list of available devices.

Once successfully connected, the vacuum cleaner will appear in the main menu of the application.

3. Basic management functions through Mi Home: menu analysis

The interface of the Mi Home app is intuitive, but it hides a lot of useful options, and let's take a look at the key tabs and their features.

Main screen: Fast teams

The main screen displays:

• 📊 Cleaning status: working time, covered area, charge level.
• 🏠 Map of the room (for models with laser navigation) - shows the route traveled and obstacles detected.
• ⚡ Quick access buttons: Start cleaning, Return to base, Suspend.

Click on the icon. ⚙️ Settings in the upper right corner to open the extended menu:

A critical nuance for Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Ultra owners is that in this model, the maps of the premises are saved in the Xiaomi cloud, not on the device, which means that when you reset or move, you will have to create a new map.

Advanced settings: what can be configured?

In the section Additional settings are hidden useful options:

• 🔋 Battery management: power saving mode activation or forced discharge/charging for battery calibration.
• 🔊 Sound cues: Turning off voice cues (useful for night cleaning).
• 📡 Update firmware: checking current versions of the software (updates often add new features!).
• 🔄 Reset to factory settings – use only as a last resort, as this will remove all saved cards.

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If your Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaner is getting worse at navigating space, try cleaning sensors (especially lidar) with soft cloth.

4. Creating a room map and setting up cleaning areas

One of the most useful features of modern robot vacuum cleaners is to build an interactive map of the house, which allows you to point-to-point cleanup, eliminate certain areas or set priority rooms, and let's take a look at the process with the Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro.

How do you build a map?

To create the map:

1. Start the vacuum cleaner in full cleaning mode (Settings → Cleaning type → Full).
2. Allow the device to go around the room (this can take 20-30 minutes).
3. Upon completion, the map will appear in the Mi Home app in the Map tab.

If the map is not built correctly (for example, the rooms overlapped), try:

• 🧹 Start cleaning in good lighting (laser sensor works better during the day).
• 🚪 Close doors to unused rooms (so that the robot doesn’t get confused in space).
• 🔄 Delete the current map and build a new one (Settings) → Map. → Reset the card).

Division into rooms and forbidden areas

Once the map is constructed, it is possible to:

1. Divide into rooms: click Edit → Add a room and circle the boundaries with your finger. Assign names (e.g., "Kitchen", "Bedroom").
2. Create virtual walls: Choose Add Zone → Virtual Wall and draw a line that the robot should not cross (useful for protecting children’s mats or food bowls).
3. Set no-go zones: Circle the area you want to ignore (for example, the place under the chair where the vacuum cleaner does not fit).

For Dreame Bot models, the option Multi-room cleaning is available - you can set the order of cleaning rooms or skip some of them.

⚠️ Attention: Virtual walls and no-go zones are not saved after a map is reset or firmware update. We recommend taking screenshots of the settings on the phone! How to update the map without completely cleaning? If you only need to adjust the boundaries of the rooms, start the robot in Local Cleaning mode (1-2 m2). It will update the obstacles data without rebuilding the map completely. 5 Voice control and smart home integration Xiaomi Robot vacuum cleaners support control through voice assistants, which is especially handy if you already have a smart home ecosystem. Consider integration options. Control via Alice (Yandex) To enable Alice support: Open the Yandex app on your phone and go to Devices → Add a device. Choose Xiaomi and log in to your Mi Home account. After syncing, tell Alice, "Alice, turn on the vacuum cleaner" or "Alice, start cleaning the kitchen". Supported teams: 🗣️ "Start cleaning. / Stop cleaning" 🏠 "Back on base" 🔋 "How much charge does a vacuum cleaner have? Integration with Google Assistant and Siri For Google Home: In the Google Home app, click + → Set up the device → Are there devices already?. Select Xiaomi Mi Home and log in. After sync, use the commands: "OK, Google, run the robot vacuum cleaner." For Siri (via HomeKit app): 🍎 A hub is required (e.g. Apple) TV or HomePod). 🔗 In Mi Home, enable HomeKit (not available for all models!) If voice commands don't work, check: 🌐 Connecting the vacuum cleaner to the Internet (without a network, voice assistants will not be able to send a command). 🔄 Update of the firmware of the robot and the Mi Home application. 📱 Permissions to access the microphone and geodata in the phone settings. 💡Voice control works only for basic commands. Problem Possible cause Vacuum solution is not built or distorted Dirty sensors, low lighting, obstacles Clean lidar, start cleaning during the day, remove unnecessary items from the floor The device does not see the vacuum cleaner is tied to another account, outdated firmware Reset the vacuum cleaner to factory settings Map is not built or distorted Dirty sensors, low lighting, obstacles Clean up the lidar, start cleaning during the day, remove unnecessary items from the floor The device does not see the vacuum cleaner Xiaomi is tied to another account, outdated firmware Reset the battery, do not use the phone, turn on the phone, don's back to the base, don't switch the phone to the phone, don't switch the phone to the phone's phone, For fine-tuning (e.g., cleaning a particular room), it is better to use the Mi Home app. 6. Common problems and solutions Even the most reliable devices sometimes fail. We collected typical problems when operating a Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaner via the phone and how to fix them. Application Mi Home (Profile) → Feedback) or on the official website: 🆔 Model vacuum cleaner (located on the bottom of the device). 📱 Mi Home version of the app. 🔋 Current firmware (see Settings) → For Dreame models, support is provided through the Dreame app, where you can find error logs to help diagnose the problem. 7 Useful video instructions for setting up The visual guide often helps you better understand the nuances of the problem. We have selected the latest video in Russian for different models of robot vacuum cleaners Xiaomi: 🎥 Mi Home review and basic settings: YouTube link What's inside: Wi-Fi connection, creating a cleaning schedule, map setting. 🎥 Setting up DreameBot D9 via Dreame: YouTube link What's inside: different from Mi Home, adjusting the suction force, washing floors. 🎥 Voice control via Alice: YouTube link What's inside: account synchronization, voice command examples. 🎥 Solving map problems: YouTube link What's inside: why the map is curved and how to fix it. If you need instructions for a particular model, check its name in a YouTube search - for example, "Setting up Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Ultra via phone." Pay attention to the date of publication of the video: current videos - no older than 2023-2026. 8. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) 🔹 Can you operate a Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaner without the Internet? Yes, but with limitations. Without the Internet, you can: Start/stop cleaning from the remote or buttons on the case; use basic functions (for example, return to base). However, remote control via phone, voice commands, map updates and firmware require Wi-Fi connectivity. 🔹 How do you reset a Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaner to factory settings? For most models: Turn off the vacuum cleaner (hold the power button for 3 seconds), press the Home and Power buttons for 5-10 seconds at the same time until the signal sounds, and after the reset, you will have to reconnect the device to the Mi Home. For Dreame Bot, use the combination Home + Cleaning. 🔹 Why does a robot vacuum cleaner not build a map or get lost? Causes and solutions: Dirty sensors: wipe the lidar (round window on top) and sensors with soft cloth. Low lighting: Laser sensor doesn't work well in the dark -- start cleaning during the day. Obstacles: remove wires, fringe mats, low chairs. Outdated firmware: update the software through Mi Home. If the problem persists, reset the map in the settings and rebuild it again. 🔹 Can you use Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaner with other applications (not Mi Home)? Yes, but with the reservation: Home Assistant: for advanced users, requires customization through the YAML-Tuya Smart: only for some Dreame models (e.g. DreameBot) D9). Alternative firmware: for example, Valetudo for Mi Robot Vacuum 1, but this voids the warranty. For most users, Mi Home or Dreame remain the optimal choice. 🔹 How often should you update the firmware of a robot vacuum cleaner? Updates come out every 2-6 months and usually: Fix navigation errors. Add new features (e.g. support for new voice commands) Improve cleaning algorithms; check for updates once a month through Settings → Update firmware; but don’t update immediately after release—wait 1-2 weeks for bugs.