Managing Xiaomi’s Smart Teapot from Your Phone: A Complete 2026 Guide

Xiaomi’s smart kettles aren’t just boiling water devices, they’re full-fledged gadgets integrated into the Mi Home ecosystem. Being able to turn the kettle on remotely from your phone saves time, especially in the morning or when you’re busy doing other things. However, many users have difficulty setting up the app first: the app doesn’t see the device, the kettle doesn’t respond to commands, and synchronization errors occur.

In this article, we’ll take a look at all the ways Xiaomi can control its kettle through its phone, from basic settings in Mi Home to integration with Google Assistant and Home Assistant, how to connect your device to Wi-Fi, set a boiling schedule, fix common bugs, and even control your kettle with your voice, and if your model doesn’t support the official app, we’ll show you alternative solutions.

We'll focus on hidden firmware features that the manufacturer doesn't advertise, like how to turn on eco-boiling mode to save electricity or activate low water notifications, which aren't available in all models, but if your kettle supports them, you can use it 100 percent.

Which Xiaomi kettles support remote control?

Not all Xiaomi smart kettles can be turned on from your phone.Remote control is only available in models with Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Here is the current list of supported devices (as of 2026):

• 🔹 Xiaomi Smartmi Smart Kettle Pro (model) DJC01CM) — Wi-Fi + Bluetooth, support for Mi Home and Apple HomeKit
• 🔹 Xiaomi Mi Smart Kettle (model) V-RTC01XZ) — Wi-Fi only, basic functionality
• 🔹 Xiaomi Viomi Smart Kettle (series) V-KETTLE) — Wi-Fi, compatible with Google Assistant
• 🔹 Xiaomi Mijia Smart Kettle S (model) DJC02CM) — Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, extended temperature settings

If your model is not included in this list, check its name on the box or in the documentation. kettles without wireless modules (for example, Xiaomi Mi Electric Kettle old model) can not be controlled from a smartphone – they work only from a mechanical button.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi Wi-Fi-enabled kettles only work on a 2.4GHz network. If your router broadcasts two networks (2.4 and 5GHz) with the same name, the device won't connect.

Also note the region of purchase: some models (e.g. for the Chinese market) may require a Chinese version of the Mi Home or a Chinese version of the Mi Home. VPN We'll look at how to get around this restriction later in the article.

Preparing for the connection: what to do before setting up

Before turning on the kettle from your phone, make sure all the prerequisites are met:

1. Install the Mi Home app. Download it from Google Play or the App Store. For Chinese models, you may need Mi Home China (installation instructions below).
2. Create a Xiaomi account. You can't manage your devices without it. If you already have an account, make sure you're logged in.
3. Connect the kettle to the socket. The device must be plugged in before setting up, otherwise the app won't detect it.
4. Check the Wi-Fi network. As mentioned earlier, the kettle only works with 2.4GHz. Turn off 5GHz in the router settings or create a separate network for smart devices.

If you use an iPhone, allow Mi Home to access the Local Network in your privacy settings before setting up, without which the app will not be able to detect the teapot in Bluetooth mode (for models that support this protocol).

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For Chinese versions of kettles (e.g. Smartmi) DJC01CM For the domestic market, you may need to change the region to Mi Home:

1. Open the application and go to Profile → Settings → Region.
2. Choose China.
3. Restart the app.

⚠️ Note: If you change region, all previously added devices will disappear from the list before returning to the original region.

Step-by-step: how to connect a Xiaomi kettle to the phone

Now, to the process of connecting, we're going to look at two scenarios: Mi Home (the official way) and Home Assistant (for advanced users).

Method 1: Connect via Mi Home (for most users)

Follow this guide if you have a standard model of kettle (e.g. Mi Smart Kettle or Viomi Smart Kettle):

1. Open Mi Home and press"+" (Add the device).
2. Select the category of Kitchen → Teapot.
3. Make sure the kettle flashes the indicator (if not, press and hold the power button for 5 seconds).
4. Connect to the Wi-Fi network that the kettle broadcasts (the name will begin on the Internet). Xiaomi_ or Viomi_).
5. Return to Mi Home and wait for the setup to be completed. The app will connect the kettle to your home network.

If in step 4 the phone does not see the network from the kettle:

• 🔄 Reset the kettle (remove the plug from the socket for 10 seconds).
• 📱 Reset Mi Home and try again.
• 🔌 Check that the kettle is plugged into the socket directly (without extension cords or network filters).

Once connected successfully, the kettle will appear on the Mi Home main menu.

• 🔥 Turn on/off boiling.
• ⏱ Set a timer (for example, to let water boil to wake you up).
• 🌡 Select the heating temperature (if the model supports the).
• 📊 View usage statistics.

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If the kettle doesn't connect to Wi-Fi, try temporarily disabling the firewall or antivirus on your phone. Sometimes they block network requests from Mi Home.

Method 2: Connecting with Home Assistant (for advanced)

If you use Home Assistant to manage your smart home, Xiaomi can integrate the kettle through the Mi Home Integration protocol.

1. Open Home Assistant and go to Settings → Devices and services → Add integration.
2. Find the Xiaomi Miio and select it.
3. Enter the data from the Xiaomi account (login and password).
4. Select a kettle from the list of detected devices.

Once you add it, it will appear in the Home Assistant interface, and you can create automation.

• 🕖 Automatic activation of the kettle on the alarm clock.
• 🔄 Linking to other devices (e.g., a kettle turns on when a smart thermostat captures your awakening).
• 📱 Notifications to the phone when the water boiled.

⚠️ Note: When integrated through Home Assistant, some kettle functions (such as temperature selection) may not work properly. API Before setting up, check the compatibility of your model on the official Home Assistant website.

How to turn on Xiaomi kettle from your phone: basic commands

Once successfully connected, the kettle is managed via the Mi Home or Home Assistant interface, and we will analyze the main functions and how to activate them.

Basic on/off switching

To turn on the kettle:

1. Open Mi Home and select your kettle from the list of devices.
2. Click on the big Enable button (or Start in English).
3. The teapot will start heating the water, and the status will be displayed in real time.

To turn off, press Stop. If the water has already boiled, the kettle will automatically shut down after 30 seconds (depending on the model).

Temperature setting (for supported models)

Smartmi Smart Kettle Pro and Mijia Smart Kettle S models allow you to choose the heating temperature (from 40)°C to 100°C) For this purpose:

1. In the teapot card in Mi Home, click on the Temperature (or Temp) icon.
2. Select the desired value from the list or move the slider.
3. Click Confirm and then Enable.

3. Set timer and schedule

The timer feature allows you to program the kettle to turn on automatically at a given time, for example, you can set the water to boil by 7:00 a.m. so you don't wait after waking up.

How to set the timer:

1. In the teapot card, click on the Timer (or Schedule) icon.
2. Select Add Schedule.
3. Specify the time, temperature (if necessary) and days of the week.
4. Save the settings.

Please note:

• 🕒 The timer only works if the kettle is connected to the socket and is connected to the network.
• 🔌 If there is not enough water in the kettle, it will not turn on (overheating protection).
• ⏰ You can create up to 5 different schedules (depending on the model).

4. Voice control via Google Assistant or Alice

Xiaomi teapots with Mi Home support can be controlled by voice via Google Assistant or Alice (for Yandex.Station).

1. For Google Assistant: Open Google Home and add Xiaomi to the Smart Home section. Say, "OK, Google, turn on the kettle."
2. For Alice: In the Yandex app go to Devices → Add the device → Say, Alice, put the kettle on in the kitchen".

Voice commands only support basic functions (on/off). You will need to use Mi Home to select the temperature or adjust the timer.

Typical problems and their solutions

Even after you set it up properly, users have trouble managing the kettle, and we've collected some of the most common problems and ways to fix them.

1.The kettle doesn't connect to Wi-Fi

If Mi Home can’t connect the kettle to the network, try:

• 🔄 Restart the router. Sometimes the problem is hanging. DHCP-server.
• 📶 Check the signal strength. The kettle should be no further than 10 meters from the router (walls weaken the signal).
• 🔐 Shut down the defenses. MAC-Addresses in router settings (if enabled).
• 🔧 Reset the kettle to factory settings. To do this, hold the power button for 10 seconds until the indicator blinks.

2.The app doesn't see the kettle

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

• 📱 Update Mi Home to the latest version. Older versions may not support newer models.

3.The kettle turns on but does not heat the water

If the light is on but the water is not warm:

• 💧 Check the water level. Minimum level is usually 200 ml (marked on the internal scale).
• 🔋 Make sure the lid is tightly closed.Some models have a closing sensor.
• 🔌 Check the contacts at the base. Oxidation or contamination can disrupt the power supply.
• 🔧 Reset the kettle settings. Hold the power button for 10 seconds, then reset.

⚠️ Note: If Xiaomi kettle stopped heating water after a fall or mechanical impact, do not try to disassemble it yourself. Inside are high-voltage capacitors that can retain charge even after disconnecting from the network.

4. "Device offline" error in Mi Home

If the teapot is displayed as offline:

• 📶 Check the Wi-Fi connection. It's possible the router rebooted and the kettle couldn't automatically reconnect.
• 🔄 Reset the kettle. Pull the plug out of the socket for 30 seconds.
• 📱 Update the data in Mi Home. Pull the screen down to update the status of the devices.
• 🔧 Check your router settings. Turn off Client Isolation if it's enabled.

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If the kettle is constantly disconnected from Wi-Fi, try to attach a static kettle to it. IP-address in the router settings, which will prevent conflicts DHCP.

Hidden features and life hacks for Xiaomi smart kettle

Besides the basic features, Xiaomi kettles have a few hidden features that the manufacturer does not mention.

1. Eco-boiling mode

Some models, such as the Smartmi Smart Kettle Pro, support power saving mode, where the kettle heats water to 95.°C instead of 100°C, which reduces energy consumption by ~15 percent, how to turn it on:

1. At Mi Home, go to the kettle settings.
2. Find the Energy Saving or Eco Mode.
3. Activate the switch.

In this mode, the water boils a little longer, but is suitable for most drinks (except those that require boiling water).

2. Low water level notifications

To warn you when there is little water left:

1. In the settings of the kettle in Mi Home, find Notifications.
2. Enable the option of Low water level.
3. Specify the threshold (e.g., 300 ml).

Now you'll get a push notification on your phone when the water is less than the set value, useful if you often forget to add water.

3. Automatic shutdown after boiling

By default, the kettle shuts down 30 seconds after boiling, which can be extended to 5 minutes (useful if you don't have time to pour water right away).

1. In the settings of the kettle, find Auto-Switching.
2. Select the desired interval: 30 seconds, 1 min, 3 min or 5 min.

4.Integration with other smart devices

You can use Home Assistant or Mi Home Automations to create scenarios for a kettle to interact with other gadgets.

• 🔦 The kettle turns on when the Yeelight smart fixture detects your awakening (by motion sensor).
• 📱 You get a notification on the Mi Band smartwatch when the water boils.
• 🔊 The teapot turns off if Xiaomi's smart socket captures a voltage surge.

To set up automation in Mi Home:

1. Go to the Automation section.
2. Click Add and select a trigger (such as Time or Motion Sensor).
3. Specify the action - Turn on the kettle.
4. Save the script.

Safety when using a smart kettle

Xiaomi’s smart kettles come with multiple layers of protection, but taking extra precautions doesn’t hurt.

1. Protection from children

Touch-controlled models (such as the Smartmi Smart Kettle Pro) have a button lock function to activate it:

1. Hold the power button for 3 seconds until you hear the beep.
2. The control buttons will be locked (the indicator will flash red).
3. Repeat the action to unlock.

This function prevents children from accidentally turning on the kettle.

2. Protection against overheating

All Xiaomi smart kettles automatically turn off when:

• 🔥 Overheating of the body (more than 105)°C).
• 💧 Work without water (dry heating sensor).
• ⚡ Grid surges.

If the kettle is out for one of these reasons, wait 10 minutes before re-energizing.

3. Firmware update

Regular firmware updates fix vulnerabilities and add new features to update the kettle:

1. In Mi Home, select a kettle and go to its settings.
2. Press firmware update.
3. If a new version is available, follow the instructions on the screen.

⚠️ Warning: Do not disconnect the kettle from the socket during the upgrade. This may cause the controller to break and the device will have to be handed over to the service.

4. Cleaning and care

For long-term operation of the kettle:

• 🧼 Clean the scale at least 1 time a month. Use citric acid or special products.
• 🚫 Do not use abrasive sponges – they scratch the inner covering.
• 💧 Do not immerse the body in water. Use wet cloth to clean the outer surfaces.
• 🔌 Disconnect from the network for prolonged non-use (more than 1 week).

To remove scale:

1. Pour 500 ml of water into the kettle and add 2 tbsp of citric acid.
2. Turn on the boil and leave the solution inside for 30 minutes.
3. Wash the kettle with clean water 2-3 times.

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