Xiaomi Chay: Smart teapot in Xiaomi ecosystem – review, customization and secrets of use

Xiaomi Chay (or Mi Smart Kettle) is one of the most underrated devices in Xiaomi’s smart home lineup, combining the classic functionality of an electric kettle with IoT capabilities: remote control, integration with voice assistants, and even automatic temperature maintenance, but many users still don’t know how to unlock the full potential of these gadgets or face problems connecting.

In this article, we will analyze all models of Xiaomi smart kettles (including Viomi and Mijia), their key features, step-by-step configuration through Mi. Home/Xiaomi Home, and common bugs that interfere with stable work, and we will focus on hidden functions that are not mentioned in the official instructions, such as how to use a kettle to make coffee or baby food with precise temperature control.

If you're just planning to buy, at the end of the article, there's a comparison table of models with current prices for 2026 and recommendations for choosing for specific tasks, and for owners, proven life hacks to save electricity and extend the life of the device.

1.What smart kettles Xiaomi releases: a full list of models

Over 10 models of smart kettles have been released under the Xiaomi brand and its sub-brands (Viomi, Mijia), but only a few are officially represented in the Russian market.

Basic models (without display, minimal functionality):

• 🔌 Xiaomi Mi Smart Kettle 1.5L — First version with Mi Home support, 1850 watts, steel flask.
• 💧 Mijia Electric Kettle - budget version with a plastic case, volume of 1.7 liters, without accurate temperature control.

Advanced models (with display, advanced settings):

• 📱 Xiaomi Mi Smart Kettle Pro – flagship with touch screen, 9 temperature modes (from 40)°C to 100°C), Apple HomeKit support.
• ☕ Viomi Smart Kettle V1/V2 — specialized models for brewing tea / coffee with preliminary profiles (green tea, puerh, espresso).
• 👶 Viomi Baby Kettle - version for baby food with sterilization function and non-stick coating.

All models except the Mijia Electric Kettle support voice control via Alice, Google Assistant or Siri (for the Pro version), the main difference from regular kettles is the ability to start a boil on a schedule or remotely when you are not at home, for example, you can set up automatic activation 10 minutes before you wake up.

2.How to connect Xiaomi Chay to Mi Home: step-by-step instructions

Connecting a smart kettle to the Xiaomi ecosystem takes no more than 5 minutes, but there are nuances that can cause the process to freeze.

Step 1: Preparation

• ⚡ Make sure that the kettle is not connected to the socket (you need to turn it on only after adding it to the application).
• 📱 Install the latest version of Mi Home (or Xiaomi Home for new devices).
• 🌐 Connect your phone to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi – Xiaomi kettles don’t work with 5GHz!

Step 2: Adding a device

1. Open Mi Home → press + → Select "Add device".
2. In the list of categories, find "Kitchen" → "Teapot".
3. Select your model (if it is not on the list, try "Other Device").
4. Connect the kettle to the socket. It should flash the indicator (the Pro version will light up the screen).
5. Press and hold the power button on the kettle for 5 seconds until you hear the beep.
6. In the application, confirm the connection to the Wi-Fi network.

If the kettle is not there, check:

• 🔄 Reboot your router (sometimes changing your Wi-Fi channel to 1-6 helps).
• 📵 Make sure the phone is off. VPN And there are no ad blockers.
• 🔌 Try another socket (some kettles are sensitive to voltage spikes).

Install Mi Home with the latest version|

Connect to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi|

Turn off the VPN on your phone |

Put the kettle next to the router (not more than 3 m)|

Check the voltage in the socket (220V) ±10%)-->

3.The Hidden Features of Xiaomi Smart Dummies

Most users use a smart kettle only to boil water, but the device is capable of much more. Here are 5 non-obvious chips that you may not know about:

1. Temperature regimes for different drinks

In Mi Smart Kettle Pro and Viomi V2 There are pre-settings:

• ☕ 95°C - black tea, coffee.
• 🍵 80°C is green tea, oolong.
• 🍼 40–50°C - infant formula.
• 🍲 60°C – rapid defrosting of products (e.g. meat).

To activate the mode, in the Mi Home application go to Device Settings → Heating modes.

Automatic shutdown when removed from the stand

All Xiaomi models have protection from dry switching on, but Viomi added the function "Safe extraction": if you remove the kettle from the base while working, it instantly shuts down and blocks the restart without confirmation in the application.

3.Voice control via Alice

Example of teams:

• "Alice, turn on the kettle in the kitchen" - start the boil.
• "Alice, put the kettle on 80 degrees" - setting the temperature.
• "Alice, how much water is in the kettle?" - voice level report (works only with models with a volume sensor).

4. Electricity savings

The Mi Smart Kettle Pro has an “Eco Mode” option that reduces the heating power by 20%, but increases the boiling time by 1-2 minutes, saving up to 15% of electricity per month.

5.Integration with other Xiaomi devices

You can create an automatic script using Mi Home:

IF [the kitchen motion sensor went off]


TR [set the kettle at 95°C and start the coffee machine]

Or a more complex chain:

IF [the alarm went off at 7:00]


And [house temperature < 20°C]




TR [set the kettle, heater and open the curtains]

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If your Xiaomi kettle doesn’t keep the temperature (for example, cools in 10 minutes), check the “Heat Support” settings in the app. Viomi models have the option “Reinforced thermal insulation”, which increases the heat retention time to 30 minutes.

Typical problems and their solutions

Even the Xiaomi models that we've tested have crashes. TOP-5 errors and ways of eliminating them:

Problem 1: The teapot is not connected to Wi-Fi

• 🔄 Solution: Reboot your router and try connecting to a network with a different name (SSID). If dual-band Wi-Fi is used, temporarily turn off 5GHz.
• 📵 Reason: 30% of router firewalls are to blame – add MAC-kettle-adress.

Problem 2: The teapot boils water longer than usual

• ⚡ Solution: Check the voltage in the socket (should be 220V) ±If the voltage is low, use a stabilizer.
• 🧹 Reason: Scaling on the TENS increases heating time. Clean it with citric acid (1 packet per 1 liter of water, boil for 10 minutes).

Problem 3: The app shows the wrong temperature

• 🌡️ Solution: Reset the kettle to factory settings (hold the power button for 10 seconds) and reconnect it.
• 🔧 Reason: Temperature sensor failure. If the reset didn't work, call the service, it's a warranty.

Problem 4: The teapot spontaneously turns on

⚠️ Warning: If the kettle turns on without a command, immediately disconnect it from the socket! this can be caused by sticking the relay (dangerous fire) or a firmware failure.

Problem 5: Voice control is not working

• 🎤 Solution: Reconnect the kettle to your Mi Home account and check that it has been added to Yandex Smart Home (for Alice) or Google Home.
• 🔗 Reason: Xiaomi accounts and voice assistant are disconnected.Go to Alice's settings → "Smart home" → "Xiaomi and Update the Token.

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If the kettle stopped responding to commands from the app, but the buttons on the case are working, there is a problem in the Xiaomi cloud server. Try changing the region in Mi Home to Mainland China and back.

5. Xiaomi Chay comparison with peers: what is the best to buy in 2026?

Many brands are making smart kettles, but not all of them integrate with the Xiaomi ecosystem. We compared the Mi Smart Kettle Pro to the main competitors:

When to choose Xiaomi?

• 🏠 You already have other Xiaomi smart home devices (lamps, sockets, sensors).
• ☕ You need the exact temperature for different drinks.
• 📱 Want to control the kettle through one app along with another technique.

When to choose an analogue?

• ⚡ Maximum boiling speed (Tefal or Redmond more powerful).
• 💰 Limited budget (Midea is cheaper with similar functionality).
• 🔄 Not a basic integration with Mi Home.

6.What Xiaomi Smart Teapot to Buy in 2026: Model Guidelines

The choice of model depends on your tasks, and we have prepared recommendations for different scenarios:

For the family (3-4 people)

Viomi Smart Kettle V2 1.7L — Best option with a balance of price and features. There is a child mode (heating to 40).°(C) and protection against accidental incorporation, suitable for the preparation of baby food and tea for the whole family.

For coffee drinkers and tea lovers

Xiaomi Mi Smart Kettle Pro is the best choice thanks to 9 temperature modes and touch screen.You can customize the perfect heat for espresso (92)°C) or green tea (75)°C).

For a small kitchen or office

Mijia Electric Kettle 1.5L — It's compact and lightweight (weighs 1.1kg) No display, but there's basic integration with the Mi Home, suitable for heating water under a coffee machine or a quick tea.

For travel.

Viomi Mini Kettle 0.8L — portable version with automatic voltage determination (works from 100 to 240 V). Convenient to take on business trips or to the country.

For parents with young children

Viomi Baby Kettle is the only model with sterilization function (boiling at 100)°C for 5 minutes) and non-stick flask coating. Safe for making mixtures.

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If you choose between Mi Smart Kettle Pro and Viomi V2, Pay attention to the design: the Pro has a metal body, and the Viomi has matte plastic that leaves no fingerprints.

7.How to extend the life of Xiaomi's smart kettle: tips for care

The average lifespan of Xiaomi smart kettles is 3-5 years, but with proper care, it can last longer.

1. Scale cleansing

Clean every 1-2 months (in regions with hard water - more often).

• 🍋 Citric acid: 1 packet per 1 liter of water, boil for 10 minutes, then rinse.
• 🥛 Vinegar: mix water and vinegar 1:1, boil for 5 minutes, rinse thoroughly.

⚠️ Note: Do not use abrasives (such as soda) – they will damage the non-stick coating of the bulb (if any).

2. Proper storage

• 💧 Always drain the water after use unless you plan to use the kettle during the day.
• 🔌 Do not leave the device plugged into the socket unnecessarily - this reduces the life of the electronics.

3. Firmware update

Check updates regularly in the Mi Home app. New firmware versions fix bugs and add features. For example, the Mi Smart Kettle Pro has a Countdown Timer option after the update (you can start boiling in 1-12 hours).

4. Protection against voltage surges

Xiaomi's smart kettles are sensitive to electrical changes, and if you have an unstable voltage in your area, use a network filter or stabilizer to keep the device from burning the control board.

Calibration of sensors

If the kettle has become incorrect to determine the water level or temperature, perform the calibration:

1. Turn the kettle off the socket.
2. Pour the water to the maximum mark.
3. Hold the power button for 15 seconds until you hear a double signal.
4. Connect to the socket and wait for the procedure to be completed (the indicator will flash).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi smart kettles