Xiaomi’s robot vacuum cleaners have become an integral part of smart homes around the world, but sometimes users face an unexpected problem: the device “speaks” in an incomprehensible language. This can happen after buying a gadget in another country, resetting settings or updating the firmware. Fortunately, you can change the language of voice prompts and interface directly through the official Mi Home app — without having to reflash the device or contact the service center.
In this article, we will explore all the possible ways to change the language on the vacuum cleaners Xiaomi, Dreame, Viomi and other brands that are part of the Mi Ecosystem ecosystem. You will learn how to properly connect the vacuum cleaner to the application, where to look for language settings, and what to do if the desired language is not on the list.
The instructions are relevant for the 2018-2026 models, including the popular Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, Dreame D9, Viomi V3 and others. If your model is older, check compatibility with the latest version of the Mi Home (more on this below).
1.Preparation: Compatibility and version verification of the application
Before you change the language, make sure your vacuum cleaner supports this feature through Mi Home. Some budget models (such as Mi Robot Vacuum 1S or Dreame D6) have limited language settings, and older firmware versions may not have the option at all.
Here's what you need to check:
- 📱 Mi Home version: should not be lower 6.5.400 (for Android/iOS). Download the update in Google Play or App Store.
- 🤖 Vacuum model: find it on the box or in the device settings in Mi Home (path: Device Profile) → Information).
If your vacuum cleaner is purchased in China for the domestic market, chances are that the firmware is initially missing European languages, in which case you will need to change the region of the device (for more on this in section 4).
⚠️ Warning: Vacuum cleaners purchased on AliExpress or other sites without official localization may have Chinese firmware with a rigid reference to the region. Attempt to change the language without changing the region may result in errors or partial translation (e.g., voice prompts remain in Chinese).
2. Step-by-step instructions: how to change the language through Mi Home
If your vacuum cleaner supports language change, follow this instruction. The entire process will take no more than 5 minutes.
Step 1: Connect the vacuum cleaner to the Mi Home
If the device has not been added to the app:
- Turn on the vacuum cleaner (press the power button for 3-5 seconds).
- Open Mi Home, press + → Add the device.
- Select the category Cleaning → Robot vacuum cleaner.
- Follow the instructions on the screen (usually you need to connect to the vacuum cleaner’s Wi-Fi network).
Step 2: Find the language settings
After connection:
- Open the vacuum cleaner card in Mi Home.
☑️ Preparation for language change
Step 3: Choose the right language
In the list of available languages:
- 🇬🇧 English (English) – usually available by default.
- 🇷🇺 Russian (Russian) – may not be present in Chinese firmware.
- 🇩🇪 German (Deutsch) for the European Region.
- 🇫🇷 French (Français) — firmware EU-region.
If you do not have the language, go to section 4 (change region).
Step 4: Save the Changes
After the choice of language:
- Press Save or OK.
- Wait for the vacuum cleaner to restart (update indicator will light up).
- Check the voice prompts – they should sound in a new language.
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If your voice prompts are in Chinese after changing the language, try resetting the vacuum cleaner settings via Settings → Reset to factory. This often helps with language pack conflicts.
Compatibility table: which models support language change
Not all Xiaomi vacuum cleaners allow you to change the language through the Mi Home. Below is a table with popular models and their capabilities:
| Model vacuum cleaner | Support for language change | Available languages (by default) | Required Mi Home Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro | ✅ Yes. | English, Chinese, Russian, German, French | Europe (EU), China (CN) |
| Dreame D9 / D10 | ✅ Yes. | English, Chinese, Russian (in EU-firmware) | Europe (EU), Russia (RU) |
| Viomi V3 | ✅ Yes (partially) | English, Chinese (Russian - after the change of the region) | China (CN) → Europa (EU) |
| Mi Robot Vacuum 1S | ❌ No (Chinese/English only) | Chinese, English (without Russian) | Anybody. |
| Dreame Bot W10 | ✅ Yes. | English, Chinese, Russian, Spanish | Europe (EU), Russia (RU) |
If your model is not in the table, check the firmware version in the vacuum cleaner settings. Updating to the latest version often adds support for new languages.
4.Regional change of language unlocking device
If the language is not listed, the problem lies in the firmware region. Xiaomi vacuum cleaners are tied to the region specified when you first connect. For example, a device with a Chinese region (CN) will not show Russian or German, even if they are supported by hardware.
To change the region:
Add the vacuum cleaner again.
- Click + → Add the device and follow the instructions.
- After connecting, check the Language section - new options should appear.
⚠️ Note: Relocation may result in the loss of some features if they are country-specific, such as WeChat integration in China and Google Assistant integration in Europe.
What if the language did not appear after the change of the region?
5. Alternative methods: if Mi Home does not help
In some cases, you can't change the language through Mi Home.
Method 1: Using third-party applications
For vacuum cleaners Dreame and Viomi, there are branded applications with advanced settings:
- 📲 Dreamehome – Dreame Home for Dreame models D9/D10/W10. You can download it on the official website.
These apps often have languages that are not available in Mi Home.
Method 2: Manual firmware update
If the firmware is outdated, you can update it manually:
- Download the latest firmware for your model from the 4PDA or Xiaomi.EU forum.
- Unpack the archive and place the firmware file (usually with the.pkg extension) in the root SD-map.
- Plug the card into the vacuum cleaner (if supported) or use Mi Home for local updates (Settings → Software Update → Local Update).
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Before manually updating the firmware, be sure to check the file compatibility with your model. Wrong firmware can make the vacuum cleaner fail!
Method 3: Appealing for Xiaomi
If none of these methods work, contact official support:
- 📧 Write to Mi Home → Profile → Feedback.
- 📞 Call the hotline (for Russia: 8 800 700-46-64).
- 💬 Contact Telegram chat support.
Specify:
- Model of vacuum cleaner (located at the bottom of the device).
- The firmware version (Settings → Information).
- Mi Account region.
6. Frequent errors and their solutions
When changing languages, users often face typical problems.
Mistake 1: Language has changed, but voice cues remain in Chinese
Reason: Voice packets are loaded separately from the interface, and if the Internet connection is interrupted during boot, the prompts may remain in the same language.
Decision:
- Reboot the vacuum cleaner (hold the power button for 10 seconds).
- Check your Wi-Fi connection (signal must be stable).
- Go to Settings → Voice prompts and select the language again.
Mistake 2: Only Chinese and English are listed
The device is tied to the Chinese region (CN) where other languages are not supported.
Solution: Change your account region to Russia or Europe (instructions in section 4).
Error 3: After changing the language, the vacuum cleaner stopped connecting to Wi-Fi
Reason: Network settings conflict when changing region.
Decision:
- Reset your network settings on the router (turn off 5 GHz if the vacuum cleaner doesn’t support it).
- Connect the vacuum cleaner to another network (e.g., a mobile access point).
- Update the firmware through Mi Home.
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If the vacuum cleaner refuses to connect to Wi-Fi after changing the region, try temporarily disabling the firewall or antivirus on the phone - they can block the connection to Xiaomi servers.