Bluetooth on Xiaomi kettle: how to turn on, configure and fix errors

Xiaomi’s smart kettles (including Viomi-branded models) have long since ceased to be just kitchen utensils, becoming part of the smart home ecosystem. One of the key features of such devices is Bluetooth support, which allows you to control the kettle from your smartphone, adjust the heating temperature remotely and integrate it with other gadgets. However, many users face difficulties when connecting for the first time: the Bluetooth module either does not activate automatically or the device does not appear in the Mi Home app.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways Xiaomi kettles can turn on Bluetooth, from the standard procedure through a mobile app to manual methods for older models. You’ll learn which models support wireless connectivity, how to update the firmware to work properly, and what to do if the kettle doesn’t see your phone. And a unique life hack to reset Bluetooth settings without fully restarting the device, which saves up to 30% of time on diagnosis.

Which Xiaomi kettles support Bluetooth?

Not all Xiaomi smart kettles are equipped with Bluetooth, a feature available primarily in mid- and premium models released after 2020.

• 🔹 Mi Smart Kettle Pro (models) DJC05CM, DJC10CM) — flagship line with Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi support.
• 🔹 Viomi Smart Kettle (Series) V-KETTLE1, V-KETTLE2) — Budget version with Bluetooth 4.2.
• 🔹 Xiaomi Mijia Electric Kettle (models with prefix) ZNC in the art room – only Bluetooth support, without Wi-Fi.
• 🔹 Deerma Smart Kettle (a sub-brand of Xiaomi) – models DM-KE600 newer.

To determine exactly if your kettle has Bluetooth, check:

1. The sticker at the bottom of the device – look for mention of Bluetooth or BLE (Low Energy).
2. Documentation in a box – the specification should include the item “Wireless interfaces”.
3. Mi Home app – if the model supports Bluetooth, the device card will have a Connection Settings tab.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi teapots without a display (such as Mi Kettle Basic) are not usually equipped with Bluetooth.

Method 1: Enable Bluetooth via the Mi Home app

The main method of activating Bluetooth is through the official Mi Home app (or Xiaomi Home for newer versions), which works for 90% of models with wireless connectivity.

1. Install the app: 📱 For Android: Download to Google Play. 🍎 For iOS: install from the App Store.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (required for device sync).
3. Add the kettle: Press + → Add the device → Household appliances → The kettle. Choose your model from the list (if not, try Another device).

Activate Bluetooth

• Hold the power button on the kettle for 5 seconds until the indicator blinks.
• In the application, confirm the connection - the kettle should be determined automatically.

If the kettle is not displayed in the list of devices:

• 🔄 Restart the application and repeat the search.
• 📶 Make sure your phone has Bluetooth and geolocation enabled (required to find devices).
• 🔋 Check the kettle charge – at a discharge below 20%, the Bluetooth module can shut down.

Method 2: Manual Bluetooth enabled (for models without Mi Home)

Some Xiaomi kettles (such as early versions of Viomi or Deerma) support Bluetooth but are not integrated with Mi Home.

Method 1: Button combination

For models with sensor control:

1. Turn off the kettle (hold the power button for 3 seconds).
2. Press the Power and Temperature buttons for 10 seconds at the same time until the beep sounds.
3. The Bluetooth indicator flashes blue – the module is activated.

Method 2: Engineering menu (for advanced users)

This method is suitable for kettles with a display (for example, Mi Smart Kettle Pro DJC10CM):

1. Turn off the kettle.
2. Press the Power button and, without letting go, connect the device to the network.
3. The DEBUG MODE menu will appear on the display.
4. Select BT ON with the +/- buttons and confirm by clicking Power.

⚠️ Warning: Engineering menus are for service centers, and improper actions can result in resetting all settings or locking the device.

Table: Compatibility of Xiaomi kettles with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi

Bluetooth problems on Xiaomi kettle: causes and solutions

If Bluetooth is not turned on or the kettle is not connected to the phone, check the following points:

1.The kettle is not identified in Mi Home

Possible causes and solutions:

• 📵 Bluetooth is off on your phone – check the notification panel.
• 🔋 Low-charge kettle - connect to the network for 30 minutes.
• 🔄 Outdated firmware - update the software through Settings → Update firmware in Mi Home.
• 🚫 Conflict with other devices – disable other Bluetooth gadgets (headphones, fitness bracelets).

2. Bluetooth is turned on, but the connection is broken

This problem is typical for models with Bluetooth 4.0/4.2.

• 📱 Reconnect the device: Remove the kettle from the device list in Mi Home. Turn off/turn on Bluetooth on your phone. Repeat the addition procedure.

Reset the kettle settings

1. Turn off the kettle.


2 Hold the power button for 10 seconds and the signal will sound double.




3. Bluetooth communications will be reset.

Error "Device not supported"

This message appears if:

• 🌍 You are in a region where the model is not officially sold (for example, Viomi for Europe).
• 🔄 The kettle firmware is not compatible with the app version.

⚠️ Warning: Continuous firmware updates take 15-20 minutes. If the process is interrupted, the kettle may stop turning on. In this case, you will need a hardware reset (hold the power button for 20 seconds).

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The firmware update solves 70% of the Bluetooth problems on Xiaomi kettles. Always check the software's relevance before diagnosing hardware malfunctions.

Alternative ways to control the kettle without Bluetooth

If the Bluetooth module is defective or not in the model, other control methods can be used:

• 🌐 Wi-Fi (supported models only): Connect the kettle to the same network as the phone. Manage via Mi Home or voice assistants (Alice, Google Home).
• ⚙️ Mechanical buttons: Adjust the temperature and timer manually (available on all models).
• 🔌 Smart sockets: Connect the kettle to Xiaomi Smart Plug and manage power through the app.