How to change the language on the robot vacuum cleaner Xiaomi: 5 working ways

Xiaomi’s robot vacuum cleaners have gained popularity thanks to a combination of affordable prices and advanced features, but many users face a problem: the interface of the device or application is displayed in Chinese, English or other inconvenient language. This is especially true for models bought on AliExpress or brought from abroad. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to change the language, from basic settings in Mi Home to manually editing configuration files.

It is important to understand that the process depends on the vacuum cleaner model (for example, Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite vs Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10+), the firmware version and even the region to which the Xiaomi account is attached. Some devices support multiple language changes without restrictions, while others require a complete reset. We will look at universal methods, as well as nuances for specific lines.

If you've just unpacked a vacuum cleaner and you see unfamiliar characters on a screen or in an app, don't panic. 90% of the time, it's 5 to 10 minutes, the key is to follow the instructions and not skip the steps, and let's start with the easiest way.

1. Change the language through the Mi Home app

The most obvious and safe method is to change the language directly in the official Mi Home app (now Xiaomi Home), which works for most modern models, including the Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P, Xiaomi Robot Vacuum E10 and others released after 2019.

Note: If your Xiaomi account is linked to China, some languages (such as Russian) may not be available, in which case you will need to change your account region or use workarounds, which we will discuss below.

Step instructions:

• 📱 Open the Mi Home app (or Xiaomi Home) and make sure the vacuum cleaner is connected to your account.
• 🔍 Find your robot vacuum cleaner in the list of devices and tap it.
• ⚙️ In the upper right corner, click on the settings icon (cogs).
• 🌐 Scroll down to Device Language (or Device Language).
• 📝 Select the desired language from the list (for example, Russian, English).
• 🔄 Confirm the change and wait for the vacuum cleaner to restart (may take up to 1 minute).

If there is no Russian in the list, try:

• 🔄 Update the Mi Home app to the latest version.
• 🌍 Change your account region to Russia or Europe (in profile settings).
• 📋 Reconnect the vacuum cleaner to the application (remove and add again).

2 Manual language change through resetting settings

If the app doesn't have a language change option or it doesn't work, the next step is a hardware vacuum cleaner reset, which is suitable for most models, including the Mi Robot Vacuum 1S, Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 and earlier, and reset will return the device to factory settings, after which you can select the language when you reconfigure it.

Important: After resetting, all stored room maps, cleaning schedules, and custom settings will be deleted, take screenshots of important parameters in advance, or export maps if your model supports this.

How to perform the reset:

• 🔋 Make sure the vacuum cleaner is at least 20% charged (it is better to connect to the docking station).
• 🔘 Press and hold the Power (or Home) button on the vacuum cleaner for 10-15 seconds until you hear the beep.
• 🔄 Some models (e.g. Xiaomi Robot Vacuum) X10+) You need to simultaneously clamping the power and Spot Cleaning.
• 📱 After reset, connect the vacuum cleaner to the application again - at the configuration stage, the choice of language will appear.

If the language is still unchanged after the reset, the problem may be the firmware, in which case manual software updates or the use of alternative firmware (more on this in the next section) will help.

⚠️ Note: On the first generation Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum (2016-2017), a reset may result in a device being locked if it was tied to a Chinese server, requiring unlocking through an engineering menu or contacting customer support.

3. Update firmware to add new languages

Some Xiaomi models (especially early ones or those designed for the Chinese market) do not support Russian or European languages initially, and there are two ways to upgrade the firmware to an international version.

1. Official update via Mi Home. If your vacuum cleaner is connected to Russia or Europe servers, check for updates in the app. New versions of the software often add support for additional languages.
2. Hand-held firmware through SD-map ADB. This method requires technical skills and is suitable for experienced users. Wrong actions can lead to a device blink (breakdown.

For manual updates:

1. Download the latest firmware for your model from the official Xiaomi website or trusted forums (for example, 4pda.ru).
2. Unpack the archive and place the firmware file (usually with the.pkg extension) in the root SD-maps (format) FAT32).
3. Insert the card into the vacuum cleaner (the connector is usually located under the lid next to the battery).
4. Press the Power button for 5 seconds and the update process will begin (the indicator will flash yellow).

List of models with manual update support:

⚠️ Warning: Unofficial firmware may contain malicious code or unstable builds. Use only files from proven resources and backup before upgrading (LDS) Incorrect firmware can lead to a breakdown of the sensor!

4. Use of alternative firmware (Valetudo, OpenMi)

For advanced users willing to sacrifice official support for flexibility, there are custom firmware like Valetudo or OpenMi.

• 🌍 Install any language, including Russian.
• 🚫 Remove the binding to the cloud Xiaomi (work without the Internet).
• 🔧 Set up additional parameters (suction speed, room maps, etc.).

The installation process shall include:

1. Unlock root access through exploits (e.g., dustbuilder).
2. Installation of a custom loader.
3. Firmware alternative software via SSH or Telnet.

Detailed guides are available on the 4pda.ru and GitHub forums (search for Valetudo+ [your model]).

• ⚠️ The warranty on the device will be lost.
• ⚠️ Risk of "bricking" (breakdown) in case of error in the process.
• ⚠️ Some functions (such as voice assistant) may stop working.

💡

Before installing custom firmware, check compatibility with your board revision. For example, Mi Robot Vacuum 1S has multiple hardware versions (V1, V2), and firmware from one may not fit the other.

5. Solving Language Change Problems

If none of the methods worked, here are the typical causes and solutions:

If your vacuum cleaner doesn’t connect to Wi-Fi after changing your tongue, try:

• 🔄 Reboot router and vacuum cleaner.
• 📶 Use a 2.4 GHz network (5 GHz not supported).
• 🔐 Disable the protection. MAC-filtering.

💡

If Xiaomi’s vacuum cleaner is bought in China, language change through official methods can be blocked, in which case the only working options are international firmware or custom firmware like Valetudo.

Change of language on specific models

Some models have unique features when changing languages.

Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum 1/1S

These vacuum cleaners don't have a screen, and the language of voice and application depends on the firmware.

1. Update your firmware to version 3.5.8 or later (via the SD-map).
2. Reset the settings (hold power + Spot Cleaning for 10 seconds).
3. When reconnecting to Mi Home, select Europe region.

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro / 2 Lite

These models support language change directly in the device menu:

1. Press and hold the Power button for 3 seconds to open the menu.
2. Use the ← and → buttons (on the case) to find the Language item.
3. Select the desired language and confirm with the OK button.

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10 / X10+

Flagship models with color display allow you to change the language through the screen:

• 🔘 Click on the icon. ⚙️ Settings on the display.
• 🌐 Choose Language. → Russian.
• 🔄 Confirm and wait for the reboot.

If there is no Russian language on the X10+, update your firmware via Mi Home or manually (see Section 3).

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing language