How to accurately determine the model of the robot vacuum cleaner Xiaomi: instructions with photos and life hacks

Xiaomi’s robot vacuum cleaners have long been an integral part of smart homes, but even experienced users sometimes face a simple problem: how to find out the exact model of the device? This information is critical for buying accessories, finding firmware or contacting a service center. For example, the side brushes from Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite will not work for the Xiaomi Dreame Bot Z10 Pro, and the firmware for the Viomi V3 will kill Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P.

In this article, we will discuss 7 working ways to determine a model, from the obvious (inspection of the case) to the hidden (analysis of the serial number through the Xiaomi database), you will learn where to look for factory stickers on different generations of vacuum cleaners, how to decipher the model cipher in the Mi Home application, and what to do if the label is erased, and also a unique method of checking through audio signals, which is not written even in official instructions.

1. Inspection of the case: where to look for a factory sticker

The most reliable way is to find the factory label on the robot body, which Xiaomi always has in one of three places:

• 🔍 Under the battery compartment lid (the most common place for 2018-2023 models) To open, press the latch and remove the lid.
• 📦 At the bottom of the case (typical for earlier versions, for example, Mi Robot Vacuum 1 or Viomi). V2). Turn over the vacuum cleaner and inspect the area near the wheel.
• 🔧 Under the removable sensor panel (found on premium models such as the Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro) will require a screwdriver to take care of the car.

Look for the lines on the label:

• Model No. or Model is the full name of the model (for example, MJSTFJQ01 for Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite).
• S/N is a serial number (it is useful for checking through Xiaomi services).
• Made in China – proof of originality (often absent from fakes).

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Dreame Bot) D9) The sticker can be hidden under the rubber seal of the water tank. Carefully put it on a plastic card so as not to damage it.

2. Check through the Mi Home app: step-by-step instructions

If the vacuum cleaner is connected to the Mi Home (or Xiaomi Home for newer versions), you can recognize the model in 30 seconds:

1. Open the app and go to the Device tab (bottom of the screen).
2. Find your robot vacuum cleaner on the list and tap it.
3. In the upper right corner, click on the icon. ⚙️ (Settings).
4. Scroll down to the device information block - there will be the Model line.

🔹 What to do if the model is displayed as a set of numbers?

Some vacuum cleaners (especially) OEM-versions for different regions) only show internal code in the application, for example, viomi.vacuum.v7 or dreame.vacuum.p2009. To decipher:

• 🌐 Enter the code in the search engine with the addition of the word Xiaomi model (example: dreame.vacuum.p2009 Xiaomi model).
• 📊 Check the compliance table below (relevant for 2026).

3. Serial Number Analysis: What Hiddens S/N

The serial number (S/N) on the label or in the application contains encrypted information about the model.

XXXXX-XX-XXXXXXX-X


│ │ │ │




│ │ │ └─ Check digit




│ │ └───────── Unique ID devices




│ └──────────── Model code (important!)




└──────────────── Factory code

🔍 How to decipher:

1. Take the first 5-6 characters after the first hyphen. For example, in 12345-DM2009-7894561-3, this is DM2009.
2. Enter this code in the search engine with the word Xiaomi robot.
3. If there are no results, check the official Xiaomi service database (Section Product Authentication).

⚠️ Note: Fake vacuum cleaners often have serial numbers starting with 00000 or 11111.The original numbers always contain alphanumeric combinations (e.g., the original numbers are always used in the same number, DM2009, VR1810).

4. Definition by external features: design and buttons

If the sticker is erased and the vacuum cleaner is not connected to the application, the model can be recognized by unique visual features:

• 🎨 Color and shape of the buttons: Mi Robot Vacuum 1 is one round button in the middle. V3 — Two oval buttons with backlit. Z10 Pro – Touch Bar without physical buttons.
• 🔄 Lidar positioning (laser sensor): On the Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2, lidar is embedded in the "turret" in the center. D9 — It is shifted forward and has a square shape.
• 💧 Water container: Models with floor washing function (Mop in the title) have a removable tank, often blue or green. 1S) no container.

📸 Lifehack: Take a picture of the vacuum cleaner on the top and the side, then compare it to the photo in the Xiaomi catalog:

• The shape and color of the lid.
• Number of infrared sensors (black round holes around the perimeter).
• The presence of a camera (Dree Bot) X30 There's a front-facing camera for 3D-mapping).

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If there's a Viomi or Dreame logo on the case, it's not a fake! these brands belong to the Xiaomi ecosystem but have their own line of vacuum cleaners.

Sound signals: a secret method of identification

A little-known way: some Xiaomi models, when they turn on or reset their settings, voice their brand in Chinese or English.

1. Disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the charging station.
2. Press the power button for 5-10 seconds until you hear the beep.
3. Once launched, the robot can say, "Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro" (Chinese voice - translated as "robot vacuum cleaner Xiaomi").

🎵 Decoding sounds:

• 🔊 One short signal - model without washing function (Mi Robot Vacuum) 1/1S).
• 🔊 Two signals – model with a washing function (Vacuum-Mop).
• 🔊 3-Note Melody – Premium Series (Dreame Bot) Z10 Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Utra).

⚠️ Note: This method does not work on all models.Vacuum cleaners without a speaker (e.g. Viomi) V2) They don't issue voice messages.

6. Verification through Xiaomi web services

If the serial number is known, but it was not possible to decrypt it, use the official tools:

1. Go to the authentication page.
2. Enter the serial number (S/N) and the captcha.
3. In the results, look for the Product Model line.

🔧 Alternative services:

• 🌍 Mi Home Web – web version of the application (you need a Xiaomi account).
• 📧 Call for support: Write in the chat Xiaomi, attaching a photo label or serial number.

📌 What to do if the service does not find a model?

Possible causes:

• The vacuum cleaner is released for the Chinese market (check on mi.com/cn).
• The device — OEM-A version for another brand (e.g. Roborock was previously part of Xiaomi’s ecosystem).
• Serial number entered with an error (check the register of letters!).

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Xiaomi’s official services are the only reliable way to verify the authenticity of the model, especially if the vacuum cleaner is bought with hands.

Determination of model by configuration and accessories

Each Xiaomi model has a unique set of accessories. Compare the contents of the box to the table:

🔍 What to pay attention to:

• 🧹 Mi Robot Vacuum 1 has black brushes, Dreame Bot has grey brushes.
• 🔋 Charging station: In models with self-cleaning function (Ultra), the station has a garbage collection compartment.
• 📏 Size of water container: Viomi V3 — 500 ml, Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 has 200 ml.

⚠️ Warning: Older accessories (e.g. Mi Robot Vacuum 1) are not compatible with new vacuum cleaners due to the changed mounting!

FAQ: Frequent questions about model definition