How to change the sound on the robot vacuum cleaner Xiaomi: from standard to custom tunes

Why do users want to change the sounds of a robot vacuum cleaner?

Xiaomi’s robot vacuum cleaners are some of the most popular smart home devices, but their standard audio signals don’t always suit owners, some find them too loud or annoying, some just want to personalize the gadget. In this article, we will discuss all the ways to change the sounds on Xiaomi’s robot vacuum cleaners, including the Mi Robot Vacuum, Dreame, Viomi and others.

It’s important to understand that the audio customization options vary depending on the model and firmware version, for example, new Mi Home or Xiaomi Home devices have more options than older versions, and some sounds (such as an error signal) can’t be changed, because they’re hard-coded on the system.

If you want to make your vacuum cleaner unique or just quieter, this is the guide for you. We will look at both the official methods through the app and alternative ways for advanced users.

What sounds can be changed to Xiaomi Vacuum?

Not all robot vacuum beeps are customizable, but here's a list of those that are usually available for change:

• 🔔 The sound of the cleaning start is a signal that is heard when you start work.
• 🔊 The sound of cleaning completion – a melody at the end of the cycle.
• ⚠️ Low charge warning – signal when battery is discharged.
• 🔄 The sound of returning to base - an alert when returning to the docking station.
• 🚫 Error or obstacle – in some models, you can disable or replace.

Here's what you can't change:

• 🛠️ Hardware errors (such as jamming brushes).
• 🔋 Critical discharge signals of the battery.
• 📡 Wi-Fi connection sounds (if any).

Newer models like the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro or DreameBot L10s Ultra have more options available, including the ability to download custom sounds through the app.

Change the sounds through the Mi Home/Xiaomi Home app

The easiest and safest method is to use a proprietary application, which is suitable for most modern models:

1. Open the Mi Home or Xiaomi Home app.
2. Select your robot vacuum cleaner from the list of devices.
3. Go to Settings → Sounds and Alerts (in some versions of Settings → General → Sound signals).
4. Turn on or off the desired sounds, and also select the melody from the suggested ones.

New versions of the app (2023-2026) offer additional options:

• 🎵 Standard melodies – a set of 5-10 sounds.
• 🔇 Disabling all sounds – full silent use.
• 🔊 Volume control - in some models.

If your app doesn't have "Sounds" in it, then your model doesn't officially support that function, so you'll have to use alternative methods.

Alternative method: Replace sounds through firmware (for advanced)

If the official options are not enough, you can change the sounds at the firmware level, which is suitable for users familiar with ADB or Modding. Importantly, the wrong actions can lead to a breakage of the device!

This will require:

• 💻 Computer installed ADB (Android Debug Bridge).
• 🔌 A cable for connecting to a robot (usually a micro-USB or a robot) USB-C).
• 📁 Backup copy of original sounds (in case of rollback).

Common algorithm:

1. Connect the robot vacuum cleaner to the PC and activate debugging mode (if supported).
2. Through ADB Copy the original sounds from the folder /system/media/audio.
3. Replace them with your.ogg or.wav files (size and bitrate should match!).
4. Reset the device.

⚠️ Warning: This method can violate the warranty and lead to unstable vacuum cleaner operation.Be sure that your model supports the vacuum cleaner before starting. ADB (For example, Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum 1S or dreame D9).

Comparison of Xiaomi models on the possibility of adjusting the sound

Not all Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners support sound change, and the table below shows a comparison of popular models:

If your model doesn’t support audio tuning, you might want to consider buying an external Bluetooth module with a speaker that will play its sounds when you start the vacuum cleaner.

How to completely turn off the sounds on the robot vacuum cleaner?

Many users prefer to use the vacuum cleaner completely silently, and this can be done in several ways:

• 🔇 Through the application - in the sound settings, turn off all alerts.
• 🛠️ Physical disconnection of the speaker - disassembly of the body and disconnection of contacts (risky!).
• 📱 Do Not Disturb – Some models have a separate switch.

If the app does not have a turn off option, try:

1. Set the minimum volume in the settings.
2. Use automation via Google Assistant or Yandex Alice to muffle the sound at a specific time.

⚠️ Warning: A complete shutdown of sounds may cause you to miss important alerts, such as a vacuum cleaner getting stuck or battery discharge.

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If your robot vacuum cleaner makes too loud sounds, but there is no volume control in the settings, try covering the speaker with a thin layer of foam - this will reduce the volume without disassembling.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When changing the sounds on the robot vacuum cleaner Xiaomi may have the following difficulties:

• 🔄 Sounds are reset after the update -- that's okay, because the firmware overwrites files. Solution: Reset after the update.
• 🔊 Castomic sounds are not played – check the file format (.ogg with a bitrate of 64-128 kbit / s).
• ⚠️ The vacuum cleaner doesn't turn on after the sound is replaced, most likely the system file is damaged. ADB.
• 📵 No Sounds in the app – Update Mi Home or check model compatibility.

If after replacing the sounds, the robot began to work unstable, reset to factory settings through Settings → Reset in the application.

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Before any firmware manipulations, back up the original sounds! This will help quickly restore the device to work in case of an error.

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