Xiaomi vacuum cleaners have long ceased to be just “smart brooms” – modern models such as Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, DreameBot X30 Ultra or Viomi V3, They combine powerful dry cleaning with professional wet cleaning, but many owners use only the same cleaning. 30% The device's capabilities are limited to basic settings, but properly configured wet cleaning not only removes the 99,9% bacteria from the floor, but also extends the service life of the equipment 20-30%.
In this article, an expert guide to wet cleaning by Xiaomi robots, based on tests 15+ modelling and review 500+ You will learn how to prepare the room, choose the optimal mode, avoid common mistakes (for example, using ordinary water instead of special detergents can lead to corrosion of the contacts of the tank for the use of water). 3-6 And even automate the cleaning schedule based on the type of coating, and we'll focus on the pitfalls that are not mentioned in the official instructions, like why, after cleaning the laminate with a Xiaomi robot, you know? S10+ There are divorces on the surface, and how to avoid it.
1.What Xiaomi models support wet cleaning?
Not all Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners are equipped with a wet cleaning function. To make sure you don’t make a mistake when buying or setting up, check for the following components:
- 🔋 Water container (volume from 200 to 500 ml) – usually located next to the dust collector.
- 🧽 Microfibre wipe (sometimes there are two of them in the kit - for different types of coatings).
- 💧 The metered water supply system (in budget models may be absent, which leads to overhydration of the floor).
- 📱 Support for moping mode in the application (the menu should be Wet Mopping or Water Volume).
The table below compares popular models by key parameters of wet cleaning:
| Model | Volume of water tank (ml) | Intensity adjustment | Automatic lifting of napkins | It's good for carpets. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro | 250 | 3 levels | Yeah (carpet sensor) | Yeah (with the moping off) |
| DreameBot X30 Ultra | 500 | 5 levels + turbo mode | Yeah (laser sensor) | Yes (autodetermination) |
| Viomi V3 | 300 | 4 levels | No. | No. |
| Xiaomi S10+ | 300 | Electronic (exact dosage) | Yeah (ultrasonic sensor) | Yes. |
⚠️ Note: If your model does not support automatic lifting of the wipe on the carpet (for example, Viomi). V3), Never use wet cleaning in rooms with villous coatings. moisture can penetrate the base of the carpet and cause mold to appear.
Preparation of the robot and the room: 7 steps before cleaning
Proper preparation is key to efficient and safe cleaning, and neglecting these steps can lead to equipment failure or damage to flooring, such as robots without a carpet sensor (like Viomi SE) will wet the fuzzy surfaces if not confined to virtual areas.
Remove small objects from the floor (toys, wires, socks)
Check the water level in the tank (not above the MAX mark)
Install a clean microfibre wipe
Close the doors to rooms where cleaning is not required
Set up virtual carpet walls (if there is no auto-lifting napkin)
Select the intensity mode depending on the coverage
Check battery power (minimum 50% for full cleaning)-->
The manufacturer recommends using only original Xiaomi liquids or specialized formulations for robot vacuum cleaners (for example, Dreame Floor Cleaner).
- 🧪 Cause abundant foaming that will clog filters.
- 🔥 corrosion of metal contacts in the tank (due to high pH).
- 🌡️ Reduce the life of the napkins in 2-3 once.
💡 If you want to save money, dilute the original product with distilled water in a ratio of 1: 3. This will reduce costs without compromising the quality of cleaning.
3. Set up wet cleaning modes in the Mi Home app
Wet cleaning is managed via the Mi Home app (or Dreame for DreameBot models). Let’s look at the key settings with the Xiaomi S10+ example:
- Selection of intensity: 💧 Low - for laminate and parquet (minimum moisture). 💦 Medium - for tiles and linoleum (universal mode). 🌊 High - for persistent pollution (use no more than 1 time per week).
Cleaning areas:
Schedule:
Double cleaning:
Mop After Vacuum
⚠️ Note: If your model has Carpet Detection, but the robot still wets them, update the firmware through Settings → Software Update: In versions older than 2023, this issue has been fixed.
How to reset the cleaning settings to the factory?
4. Step-by-step instructions: how to start wet cleaning
Now, let's get to the practice. Follow this instruction to avoid mistakes.
- Step 1: Install the napkin. Take the dust collector off and attach the microfiber napkin to the bottom of the robot. Make sure it fits tightly, otherwise there will be uncooked stripes. In the DreameBot X30 Ultra models, the napkin is attached with magnets, in the Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, with Velcros.
- Step 2. Pour the water. Open the water tank lid and pour the liquid to the MAX tag. If you use detergent, add 1-2 caps (dosage indicated on the bottle). Do not exceed the concentration, this will lead to divorces.
- Step 3. Select Mode. In the app, select: Cleaning → Wet Cleaning → Intensity: Medium → Zones: Kitchen, Hallway For spot cleaning (e.g., near a pet bowl), use the Spot Cleaning option.
- Step 4: Start. Press Start in the app or a button on the robot body. In laser-navigated models (such as the Xiaomi S10+), cleaning will begin with building a map, in budget models (such as the Viomi SE), with chaotic movement.
💡 Useful advice: once every 3 months, conduct a “general cleaning” of the robot:
- Remove the bottom cover and remove dust from the sensors.
- Clean the brushes (main and lateral) from the wound hair.
- Check the wheels for debris.
It will take 15 minutes, but it will keep the performance at the level of new technology.
7.The Secrets of Efficiency: How to Get the Perfect Cleaning
To the robot cope with cleaning is not worse than manual, use these expert tips:
- 🕒 Optimum time. Start cleaning through 1-2 an hour after dry - this will allow the dust to settle and not smeared on the floor.
- 🗺️ Zoning. Divide the apartment into zones in the application and assign different intensity: for the kitchen - High, for the bedroom - Low.
- 🔄 Double aisle. Turn on the Double Mopping option (if any) - the robot will walk in the same place twice, which removes up to 95% of the contaminants.
- 🌡️ Water temperature: In the cold season, use warm water (up to 40)°C) – This improves the dissolution of fat in the kitchen.
📊 Test results: According to Dreame Lab, the combination is dry + Wet cleaning with double aisle removes 98,7% household dust and 99,1% Bacteria (including E. coli and Staphylococcus) By comparison, hand-mop cleaning shows results. 85-90%.