How to control Xiaomi aerogrill from your phone: the full guide 2026

Introduction: Why is it easier to control the phone?

Xiaomi’s Mi Air Fryer or Mi Smart Air Fryer series have long since ceased to be kitchen appliances, but have become part of the smart home ecosystem. Managing them via a smartphone opens up possibilities that traditional model makers have never even thought about: remote launch, saving favorite recipes, integrating with voice assistants and automatically updating firmware. But how does it work in practice?

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways Xiaomi’s aerogrill can connect to a phone, from basic settings via Mi Home to fine-tuning in Mi Smart (formerly Mi Fit), how to avoid typical synchronization errors, what features are only available through the app, and what to do if the device “can’t see” the network, and the hidden 2026 firmware features that are not covered by official documentation.

Important: the instructions are relevant for Mi Air Fryer 3.5L/4L/5.5L, Mi Smart Air Fryer Pro and their clones (e.g. Redmi Air Fryer). If your model is older than 2020, some features may be missing - check the firmware version in the device menu.

1.What applications support Xiaomi aerogrill control?

To fully control the aerogrill from the phone, you will need one of the official Xiaomi applications, here is a complete list with the features of each:

• 📱 Mi Home (Mi Jia) is the main smart home app that supports all aerogrill models, but the interface may seem overloaded.
• 🔄 Mi Smart (formerly Mi Fit) is a simplified version for managing appliances. It's easier to set up quick recipes, but there are no advanced features.
• 🌍 Xiaomi Home (international) is the Mi Home, but with support for English and other languages.
• 🤖 Google Home / Apple HomeKit – Matter-enabled models only (for now, Mi Smart Air Fryer Pro 2026) Allows voice control via Alice, Siri or Google Assistant.

⚠️ Note: If your aerogrill is purchased in China (market version) CN), It may not connect to Mi Home servers in Russia, so it's a regional change in the app settings on China mainland (but it will turn off Russian).

2. Step-by-step instructions: how to connect an aerogrill to the phone

The synchronization process takes no more than 5 minutes, if you follow the algorithm. Here is a step-by-step guide for the Mi Home app (similar to Mi Smart):

1. Install the app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Sign up or log in to your Xiaomi account (required! no account management is possible).
3. Turn the aerogrill into the socket and press the power button for 3 seconds to activate the pairing mode (Wi-Fi indicator blinks).
4. In the application, click + → Add the device → Kitchen → Aerogril.
5. Select your model from the list (if it is not available, update the app!).
6. Connect your phone to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network (5GHz is not supported!).
7. Follow the instructions on the screen: the application will find the device itself and request confirmation of the connection.

⚠️ Note: If the error "Can't add device" appears at the connection stage, check:

• 🔌 The socket must be grounded (some models block work without grounding).
• 📶 The router should not be used. WPA3 — only WPA2.
• 📱 Turn off the phone. VPN and energy-saving regimes.

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If the air grill does not find the network, try temporarily disabling the password on the router (leaving the network open) and reconnect.

3. The main functions of management from the telephone

Once you've successfully connected, the aerogrill control panel will open in the app.

• 🔥 Start/Stop – Turning on the device without pressing physical buttons.
• ⏱ Timer and temperature – setting the exact parameters (e.g. 180)°C. 20 minutes).
• 📝 Saved recipes – quick start of favorite dishes (french fries, chicken wings, etc.).
• 📊 Usage statistics – how many times and what programs you run.
• 🔄 Update firmware – Automatic installation of new functions.

The most useful feature is creating automation, for example, you can configure:

• Automatic start of the aerogrill on schedule (on your return from work).
• Notification to the phone when the dish is ready.
• Integration with other Xiaomi devices (for example, the inclusion of the hood at the start of the aerogrill).

⚠️ Note: In models without a weight sensor (e.g. Mi Air Fryer) 3.5L) The app will not automatically adjust cooking times when you change portions. Manually increase the time by 20% for large meals.

Problems and Mistakes: What to Do When Management Is Not Working?

Even after a successful connection, there may be failures.-5 problems and solutions:

If the aerogrill connects but does not heat, check:

1. Is the child's lock activated (on some models it blocks remote control)
2. Is there a delay in the start (check the Timer tab).
3. Has the thermostat worked (try to disconnect the device from the network for 1 minute).

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90% of connection problems are solved by restarting the router and changing the Wi-Fi channel from automatic to fixed (for example, channel 6).

5. Hidden functions and life hacks for power users

Xiaomi’s official documentation doesn’t reveal all the possibilities of aerogrills, but here’s what you can do through non-obvious settings:

• 🔧 Developer Mode: Click 5 times on the firmware version in the device menu – access to sensor calibration will open.
• 📡 Local control: if the Internet is turned off, the aerogrill will work over the local network (but without cloud functions).
• 🔄 Export/Import of Recipes: via File JSON Recipes can be transferred between devices.
• 📈 Cooking Logs: C Settings → The device → You can see the temperature charts for the last 30 days.

The Mi Smart Air Fryer Pro models are now available in Eco mode, which reduces power consumption by 15%.

Settings → Energy saving → Enable Eco mode

6.Safety: What to Know Before Remote Control

Control of air grill through the phone is convenient, but requires compliance with safety rules:

• 🔌 Do not leave the device unattended for a long time (even with a timer).
• 🚫 Do not use remote start if the aerogrilla contains flammable products (e.g. oil in large quantities).
• 🛡 Install two-factor authentication in your Xiaomi account so that no one can remotely turn on the device.

⚠️ In models with the function "Self-cleaning" temperature rises to 250°C. Never run it remotely, only under surveillance!

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Create a separate scene in Mi Home to emergency shutdown the air grill, for example, a voice command "Alice, turn off everything in the kitchen" can turn off the air grill, kettle and lights at the same time.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions