- Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Cleaners Comparison Chart
- Xiaomi Self-Cleaning Robot Cleaners
- Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P vs. Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop (Mijia 1C)
- Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop Essential (Mijia G1) vs. Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop (Mijia 1C)
- What are digital virtual walls & restricted areas?
- What is zoned cleaning?
- What is room cleaning?
- What is Lidar?
- What is ToF camera?
- Gyroscope vs. Camera vs. Lidar maps compared
- Is battery life important?
- What is recharge & resume?
- Xiaomi Mi Robot
- Xiaomi MiJia 1S Robot Vacuum
- Xiaomi MiJia 1S vs. Mi Robot: why the newer generation is better?
- Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM)
- Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM) vs. MiJia 1C
- Xiaomi MiJia 1S vs. Xiaomi MiJia STYJ02YM vs. MiJia 1C
- Xiaomi MiJia 1C vs. MiJia G1
- Conclusion
- Frequently Asked Questions about the Xiaomi robot vacuums
Xiaomi is a well-known brand in the world. There is nothing the company does not produce starting with small things like electric toothbrushes and ending up with 65 in TVs. The first robotic cleaner released by Xiaomi was the Xiaomi Mi robot, which was produced by Roborock Technology Co. Ltd, is a fast-growing Chinese company that specializes in the research, development, and production of robot vacuum cleaners. Roborock also produces robot vacuums under its own brand. You can find the difference between all the Roborock models in this comparison.
At this moment, there are a few models released under the Xiaomi brand in partnership with other robot vacuum manufacturers.
- Xiaomi Mi Robot (or the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Cleaner)
- Xiaomi Mijia 1S Robot Vacuum (an upgraded version of the Xiaomi Mi Robot)
- Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P (Mijia STYJ02YM)
- Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop (Mijia 1C). SKV4093GL - international version, STY1J01ZHM - Chinese version.
- Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop Essential (Mijia G1)
- Xiaomi MiJia 1T (STYTJ02HZM)
- Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum 2C
- Xiaomi Mijia Dust Collecting Sweeping Robot
- Xiaomi MiJia Ultra Slim
- Xiaomi Mijia Vacuum-Mop 2Pro (MJSTS)
- Xiaomi Mijia Self-Cleaning Sweeping Mopping Robot MJSTP
- Xiaomi Mijia Self-Cleaning Robot Vacuum-Mop Pro (STYTJO6ZHM)
- Xiaomi Mijia Anti-winding Sweeping Robot
- Xiaomi Mijia Robot Vacuum Cleaner Vacuum-Mop 3C
Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Cleaners Comparison Chart
| Model name |  Mi Robot |
 MiJia 1S |
 Mi Robot-Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM) |
 MiJia 1C |
 Mi Robot Vacuum 2C |
 Mijia Robot Vacuum Cleaner Vacuum-Mop 3C |
 MiJia G1 |
 Xiaomi Mijia 1T (STYTJ02HZM) |
 MiJia Ultra Slim |
 Mijia Vacuum-Mop 2Pro (MJSTS) |
 Mijia Anti-winding Sweeping Robot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery life | 150 min | 150 min | 110 min | 110 min | 110 min | 60 min | 90 min | 180 min | 120 min | 150 min | N/A |
| Suction power | 1,800 Pa | 2,000 Pa | 2,100 Pa | 2,500 Pa | 2,700 Pa | 4,000 Pa | 2,200 Pa | 3,000 Pa | 2,200 Pa | 4,000 Pa | 8,000 Pa |
| Mapping | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Mapping technology | LDS | LDS + Visual Sensor | LDS | Visual Sensor | Visual Sensor | LDS | Gyroscope | ToF Camera | ToF Camera | LDS + 3D ToF | LDS |
| Objects recognition | no | no | no | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes | no |
| Zoned cleaning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Dustbin size | 420 ml | 420 ml | 550 ml | 600 ml | 550 ml | 600 ml | 600 ml | 550 ml | 500 ml | 550 ml | 450 ml |
| Mopping | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Water level control | - | - | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Water tank size | - | - | 200 ml | 200 ml | 250 ml | 200 ml | 200 ml | 250 ml | 200 ml | 260 ml | 250 ml |
| Filter type | HEPA | HEPA | HEPA | HEPA | HEPA | HEPA | HEPA | HEPA | HEPA | HEPA | HEPA |
| Alexa / Google Home Support | yes | no | no | yes | N/A | no | no | N/A | N/A | N/A | no |
| Battery capacity | 5,200 mAh | 5,200 mAh | 3,200 mAh | 2,400 mAh | 3,200 mAh | 2,500 mAh | 2,500 mAh | 5,200 mAh | 3,200 mAh | 5,200 mAh | 5,200 mAh |
| Carpet identification | no | no | no | no | no | no | yes | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Restricted areas / Virtual boundaries | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Rooms recognition | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Scheduling to clean in a specific room | no | yes | yes | no | no | no | no | N/A | N/A | N/A | yes |
| Multiple maps support | no | yes | yes | no | no | yes | no | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Noise level | 68 dB | 68 dB | N/A | 72 dB | N/A | 65 dB | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Climbing height | 0.59 in / 15 mm | N/A | 0.79 in / 20 mm | 0.79 in / 20 mm | 0.79 in / 20 mm | 0.79 in / 20 mm | 0.66 in / 17 mm | 0.79 in / 20 mm | N/A | N/A | 0.79 in / 20 mm |
| Height of the robot | 3.78 in / 9.6 cm | 3.78 in / 9.6 cm | 3.72 in / 9.4 cm | 3.21 in / 8.15 cm | 3.21 in / 8.15 cm | 3.72 in / 9.45 cm | 3.22 in / 8.2 cm | 3.22 in / 8.2 cm | 2.1 in / 5.5 cm | 3.78 in / 9.6 cm | 10.2 cm / 4.02 in |
| Cleaning coverage | 2691 ft2 / 250 m2 | 2691 ft2 / 250 m2 | 1937 ft2 / 180 m2 | 645 ft2 / 60 m2 | N/A | 1076 ft2 / 100 m2 | N/A | 2583 ft2 / 240 m2 | 1614 ft2 / 160 m2 | 2152 ft2 / 200 m2 | N/A |
| Recharge & Resume | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| App | Mi Home | Mi Home | Mi Home | Mi Home | Mi Home | Mi Home | Mi Home | Mi Home | Mi Home | Mi Home | Mi Home |
| Release date | September 2016 | April 2019 | August 2019 | October 2019 | June 2021 | March 2022 | April 2020 | November 2020 | July 2021 | July 2021 | 2022 |
| Price | $296.59 Aliexpress £269.96 Amazon.co.uk |
$290.76 Aliexpress |
$369.92 Aliexpress |
$308.95 Aliexpress $298.99 Amazon.co.uk |
$137.13 Aliexpress |
$187.12 Aliexpress |
£210 Amazon.co.uk $155.58 Aliexpress |
$1850.00 Aliexpress |
$212.82 Aliexpress |
$650.99 Aliexpress |
$999.80 Aliexpress |
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Xiaomi Self-Cleaning Robot Cleaners
| Model name |  Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Ultra |
 Mijia Self-Cleaning Sweeping Mopping Robot MJSTP |
 Mijia Self-Cleaning Robot Vacuum-Mop Pro (STYTJO6ZHM) |
 Xiaomi Mijia All-in-One Robot Vacuum & Mop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery life | 150 min | 120 min | 120 min | 120 min |
| Suction power | 4,000 Pa | 2,800 Pa | 3,000 Pa | 4,000 Pa |
| Mapping | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Mapping technology | LDS + 3D Sensor | LDS + ToF | LDS | LDS + 3D Sensor |
| Self-cleaning system type | dust collecting | washing | washing + drying | dust collecting + washing + water refilling + drying |
| Disposable bag capacity | 4,000 ml | - | - | 2,500 ml |
| Water container capacity | - | 2 x 2,000 ml | 2 x 4,000 ml | 2 x 4,000 ml |
| Objects recognition | yes | yes | no | yes |
| Zoned cleaning | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Dustbin size | 550 ml | 500 ml | 500 ml | 470 ml |
| Mopping | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Water level control | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Water tank size | 200 ml | - | - | 180 ml |
| Filter type | HEPA | HEPA | HEPA | HEPA |
| Alexa / Google Home Support | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Battery capacity | 5,200 mAh | 4,800 mAh | 5,200 mAh | 5,200 mAh |
| Carpet identification | N/A | yes | N/A | yes |
| Restricted areas / Virtual boundaries | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Rooms recognition | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Scheduling to clean in a specific room | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Multiple maps support | N/A | N/A | N/A | no |
| Noise level | N/A | N/A | 58 | 65 |
| Climbing height | 0.79 in / 20 mm | 0.79 in / 20 mm | 0.79 in / 20 mm | 0.79 in / 20 mm |
| Height of the robot | 3.85 in / 9.8 cm | 3.5 in / 9 cm | 4.17 in / 10.6 cm | 3.8 in / 9.7 cm |
| Cleaning coverage | 2583 ft2 / 240 m2 | 1830 ft2 / 170 m2 | 1830 ft2 / 170 m2 | 2150 ft2 / 200 m2 |
| Recharge & Resume | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| App | Mi Home | Mi Home | Mi Home | Mi Home |
| Release date | July 2021 | Oct 2021 | Oct 2021 | Apr 2022 |
| Price | $549.99 Aliexpress |
$934.12 Aliexpress |
$869.27 Aliexpress |
$845.32 Aliexpress |
| Video Review | coming soon | coming soon | coming soon | coming soon |
Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P vs. Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop (Mijia 1C)
Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop Essential (Mijia G1) vs. Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop (Mijia 1C)
What are digital virtual walls & restricted areas?
Virtual walls & restricted area is a feature that prevents the robot from going to certain areas such as cluttered zones or kids rooms. Overall, this option keeps the robot off the areas it could potentially get stuck.
What is zoned cleaning?
Zoned cleaning is handy when you need to vacuum high-traffic areas or messy zones. By drawing a rectangle on the map, you let the robot know where it should work. The feature is similar to the room cleaning, although zoned cleaning is more specific as you customize the cleaning area.
What is room cleaning?
The room cleaning is helpful when you don’t want to clean the whole house at once. When a robot creates a map, it divides the map into separate areas in which you can merge or divide the way you want and even name each zone. Further, it will help the robot know where exactly to clean. You can also schedule the robot to work in a particular room or two at a specific time.
What is Lidar?
Lidar or the LDS laser is a technology that is used to build a map of a cleaning area. It scans the surroundings and creates a plan of the floor. Now the robot vacuum knows where it needs to clean. Mapping helps the robot to navigate more efficiently since it doesn’t go over the same spots twice and also saves battery life. The robots that are guided by Lidar finish cleaning faster.
In addition to the laser, the Xiaomi MiJia 1S has a visual sensor. The visual sensor helps the device to recognize rooms location better.
Robots that don’t have mapping bouncing around until their battery dies, they don’t learn your floor plan and also those are not as efficient.
What is ToF camera?
ToF 3D technology recognizes and avoids small objects on the floor. It calculates the size and distance to the object to avoid it.
Gyroscope vs. Camera vs. Lidar maps compared
Is battery life important?
Yes, it does matter if you live in an average or big size house. Normally the cleaners that have mapping cover a bigger area for the same time the ones that move randomly. Mapping robots systematically cover the cleaning area while the bouncing models might go over the same spots a few times and never get to other places as they clean.
The longer a robot lasts the more it will cover on one charge before finishing cleaning.
The Xiaomi Mi Robot, MiJia 1S, and the 1T run for the whole 2.5 hours while the latest Xiaomi STYJ02YM and the MiJia 1C can do the job for up to 110 minutes which is also a good result but it would need more time to cover a bigger house.
This is why those two are not recommended to use in big homes.
What is recharge & resume?
When the battery runs lower than 20%, a robot automatically returns to the charging dock, juice up to 80%, and then resumes cleaning from the same spot it left off. Mapping helps the robot to know where it has been so it knows exactly where it was before needed to go charging. This feature is useful for people who have big homes, it helps the cleaner to cover a bigger area on one charge. Most homes are not as big for the robot to not finish cleaning before it needs to recharge tho.
The Xiaomi robot cleaners support resuming.
Xiaomi Mi Robot
The Xiaomi Mi Robot is the first robot vacuum that was released in 2016. It has a HEPA filter that makes the robot safe for allergy and asthma sufferers. Equipped with 12 sensors including the LDS laser that helps to create a map of the cleaning area, the Xiaomi navigates in a back-in-forth pattern safely avoiding furniture and falling offs.
Because of a processor inside you can track the Mi Robot movements in real-time by using the app. It helps to understand where the robot has been and where it needs to clean.
In the Mi Home app, you can switch between cleaning modes, schedule the machine to work at a specific time, start/stop the robot, etc. The Mi Robot supports zoned cleaning but lacks no-go zones.
The Xiaomi Mi Robot is suitable for big homes but is not recommended to use on medium-pile carpets
Thanks to a big battery, the Mi Robot is ideal for big homes but as it does not have a good climbing ability, the robot struggles to move on medium-pile carpets. Tho it does the job on low-pile carpets and hard floors.
Get the Xiaomi Mi Robot if you:
- Are looking for a budget robot vacuum based on the LDS laser
- Live in a big house
- Don’t have thick carpets
*the Mi Robot is an aging robot vacuum and might be hard to find. We would recommend having a look at the newer XiJia 1S that is more efficient, faster and has some extra features, the Mi Robot does not have.
Xiaomi MiJia 1S Robot Vacuum
Xiaomi MiJia 1S
Guided by the LDS laser and a visual sensor
The Xiaomi Mijia 1S Robot Vacuum is the second model in the lineup. It has stronger suction than the Mi Robot and more smart features.
Aside from the LDS laser, the robot also has a visual sensor for a more precious mapping. It has a newer processor than the Mi Robot does that builds a map faster and helps to create a more efficient way of cleaning.
It supports the same features the Mi Robot does and in addition, the robot has blocked off areas and can directly work in a specific room. Thanks to the visual sensor, the MiJia 1S recognizes rooms by dividing the map into separate rooms. When the map is created, you can schedule the cleaner to work in the kitchen/bedroom at a specific time. This option is useful if you need to clean only high-traffic rooms such as a kitchen.
The Xiaomi MiJia 1S has stronger suction which helps to perform better on low-pile carpets but it is not suitable for medium-pile carpets
The new MiJia 1S supports multi-floor which means it can save up to 3 maps and is suitable for multi-story houses. This feature is still in beta and might not work correctly.
Get the Xiaomi MiJia 1S if you:
- Live in a large house
- Live in a multi-story house
- Your home mostly covered with low-pile carpets
- Don’t need mopping
- Want extra features such as AI room identification
- Want an advanced mapping system. The laser scans a cleaning area faster than the Mi Robot. A visual sensor helps to build an accurate map
Xiaomi MiJia 1S vs. Mi Robot: why the newer generation is better?
- Built-in optical sensor helps to create a high-precious map
- Updated processor creates maps faster
- Stronger suction helps the 1S to pick up more debris and provides deeper cleaning on thin carpets
- Quieter than the first gen
- Lately the 1S got multimap support
- No-Go zones support
- MiJia 1S recognizes rooms location and can be directed to clean one of them.
To conclude: the Xiaomi MiJia 1S is faster, more efficient, suitable for multi-story houses, and is quieter than the Mi Robot.
Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM)
Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM)
Can do mopping/sweeping, mopping and sweeping
The Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM) is the first robot vacuum in the lineup that can do mopping and sweeping. Equipped with a HEPA filter, the robot is safe for allergy and asthma sufferers. The climbing ability increased from 0.59 / 15 mm to 0.79 / 20 mm and now the robot can go on thicker carpets and cross thresholds.
It also has stronger suction of 2100 Pa compared to 1,800 (Mi Robot) and 2,000 Pa (Xiaomi MiJia 1S). Though battery life is shorter, going from 150 minutes, the new robot got 110 minutes on low power.
The most significant update of the latest model — mopping function. The robot has two containers in the box, one is for dust and the other one is for water and dust. There is also a full water tank option available to buy separately if you need the tank to hold more volume. Also, it comes with two mopping cloths, one for wet mopping, the other one for half wet mopping. The robot follows a Y-shape path in mopping mode. It helps to mop more efficiently. The Xiaomi has three water level control for different mopping needs.
The Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P is suitable for medium-pile carpets; it also has a mopping function
The Mi Home app supports virtual boundaries, zoned cleaning, and also room cleaning. It can be scheduled to work directly in a certain room or two. Thanks to HEPA filtration, the robot is safe for people who suffer from allergy and asthma.
It seems like the Xiaomi Mi Robot-Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM) is going to support multimap in the future but for now, it is not here.
Update: Xiaomi has released an advanced version of the Mop P, the Xiaomi MIJIA Robot Vacuum Mop 2 Pro. What has changed?
The newest modification has stronger suction (2,800 Pa) and a vibrating mopping pad.
Get the Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM) if you:
- Need extra power
- Have some bare floor area
- Hape a pet. Stronger suction and HEPA filter is suitable for pet owners
- Live in a house covered with thin and thick carpets
- Want a robot with an advanced mopping
- Want advanced smart features such as intelligent room cleaning, zoned cleaning, and restricted areas
- Live in a small to average size house
- Want to get a premium robot vacuum
- Ready to spend extra
Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM) vs. MiJia 1C
- Mapping technology is different. The map created by the optical sensor and gyroscope is not as accurate and does not allow interacting with it;
- The 1C has stronger suction power & does a better job on carpet;
- Lidar-guided robot is more efficient and spends less time to clean the same area;
- Because of shorter battery life, the MiJia 1C is better for smaller homes;
- 1C can’t be directed to clean a particular room.
Bottom line: Xiaomi MiJia 1C is better for small homes with minimum furniture, pet owners, it can work on all kinds of surfaces (except for the high-pile carpets).
The Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM) would be ideal for bigger homes with pets. This model also can work on hard floors, low and medium-pile carpets.
*in our testing, the Mop P did not do a good job on carpets so we would not recommend getting it for medium-pile carpets but as a mop, it does a good job.
Xiaomi MiJia 1C
Budget powerful 2-in-1
The Xiaomi MiJia 1C is the newest budget robot vacuum that can do both sweeping and mopping at the same time. It is safe for allergy sufferers because of its washable HEPA filter.
The robot is equipped with the largest dustbin among other Xiaomi models thanks to which it is ideal for pet hair. Also, it does the best job on carpets and can be suitable for medium-pile carpets.
The Xiaomi MiJia 1C has the strongest suction in the lineup. On the highest settings, it runs up to 40 minutes and does up to 110 minutes on low power. When it’s out of charge and doesn’t finish cleaning, it returns to the dock to recharge to finish cleaning once it’s powered up.
Because of the short body (lack of LIDAR), the Xiaomi MiJia 1C fits under most furniture.
The robot has two separate containers: one (600 ml) for dust and the other one (200 ml) for water. Because of strong suction and good climbing ability, the 1C is suitable for low and medium-pile carpets.
The Xiaomi MiJia 1C is ideal for small homes with some bare floor area and carpeted surface
Get the Xiaomi MiJia 1C if you:
- Need extra power
- Have some bare floor area
- Your house has a clean layout
- Have a pet. Stronger suction and a washable HEPA filter is suitable for pet owners, also because of a bigger dustbin the 1C is perfect for pet hair
- Live in a house mostly covered with carpets
- Live in a small household
- Looking for a budget yet powerful robot vacuum.
Xiaomi MiJia 1S vs. Xiaomi MiJia STYJ02YM vs. MiJia 1C
These three models are very similar yet have different features and are designed for different needs too.
The MiJia 1S is the one without mopping capability and is designed for those who do not need mopping even though it does work well on hard floors. Unlike the 1C, the 1S has an optical sensor on top which in tandem with the laser builds a high-precious map. This is also the only Xiaomi robot that supports multiple floor mapping and is suitable for big homes with more than one level. If you want an efficient robot vacuum with smart features, you live in a big one or multi-story house and do not look for mopping, go with the Xiaomi MiJia 1S.
The Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM) is better than the 1C in terms of mopping because of the Y-shaped path. Since it has mopping, the Mi Robot-Vacuum Mop P would be the best choice for those who are looking for a lidar-guided robot with mopping. Because of shorter battery life and no multimap, it is better for average-sized one-floor houses. It also performs well on hard flooring and low-pile carpets. Those who need a smart lidar-based robot that would also mop hard floors that is great for an average-sized house might go with the Xiaomi Mi Robot-Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM).
The MiJia 1C is one of the cheapest and most baseline robot vacuums in the model line. It is a great pick for medium-pile carpets, also can mop hard floors but as good as the Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM) would do. It is ideal for smaller homes with a minimum amount of furniture. It also would be great for pet owners. You can also check our detailed comparison of the Mijia 1C and Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P.
Side note: if you want a more powerful robot vacuum and live in a small home, get the Xiaomi MiJia 1C. If you want all these features, have a look at the MiJia 1S or Xiaomi Mi Robot-Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM) and chose the right for you based on the size of your house, multimap, and mopping ability.
*based on our testing, the Xiaomi MiJia 1C is the best for carpets in the lineup.
Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum 2C
Best budget alternative to 1C and G1
The Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum 2C is the latest model in the lineup that is very similar to the previous 1C but an upgraded version. It has the same navigation system and mapping technology comes with a water tank and has strong suction. The difference between the two is the 2C having a bigger battery and stronger suction. Also, it has a bigger water tank, yet a smaller dustbin. Other than that, the two look almost identical.
Xiaomi MiJia 1C vs. Mi Robot Vacuum 2C
- The 2C has a bigger battery
- Stronger suction
- A bigger water tank yet a smaller dustbin
The Xiaomi MiJia G1 is the latest budget robot vacuum. It is guided by a gyroscope and has mopping attachments.
The robot is more powerful than the Mi Robot, 1S, or the Mi Robot Vacuum Mop but not as powerful as the 1C. The 200 ml electronic water tank allows setting water output depending on mopping tasks.
The Xiaomi MiJia G1 is the only model in the lineup that automatically increases suction on carpet
Compared to the other models, the Xiaomi MiJia G1 automatically increases suction on carpets. It also has a cleaning brush with detachable side tips which is essential for people with long hair.
You can watch the robot’s movements in real-time in the Mi Home app.
The robot is ideal for small homes with carpets and hard floors. Not suitable for high-pile carpets.
Xiaomi MiJia 1C vs. MiJia G1
The Xiaomi MiJia 1G lasts not as long as the 1C and thus is not suitable for average and big homes. Another thing is suction power. It does have strong suction but the MiJia 1C performs better on medium-pile carpets.
Because of lacking an optical sensor, the G1 builds a map that is not as accurate as the one created by 1C. Also, this is the reason why the G1 does not have no-go zones and zoned cleaning options as well as does not save a map after cleaning. On the other hand, the G1 increases suction on carpet.
The Xiaomi MiJia 1C is a good robot for small to average homes and low/medium-pile carpets. No-go zones make the robot suitable for homes with cluttered areas.
The Xiaomi MiJia G1 would be better for small homes with a clean layout and minimum furniture. Because of carpet identification, its battery is more efficient. And also because of having a different type of cleaning brush, the G1 is ideal for people with long hair.
Xiaomi Mijia STYTJ02HZM 1T (Mi Robot Vacuum Mop 2 Pro+)
Recognizes and avoids objects
The Xiaomi Mijia STYTJ02HZM 1T (Mi Robot Vacuum Mop 2 Pro+) is the most advanced robot vacuum with efficient navigation and the strongest suction.
It has a built-in front camera capable of recognizing and avoiding objects on the way.
The 1T is the most expensive in the lineup but is also the most featured.
The Mi Robot Vacuum Mop 2 Pro+ sees and avoids small objects on the floor
A big dustbin (the biggest in the series) covers up to 160 square meters of area.
The robot is equipped with lots of sensors that prevent the robot from getting stuck or bumping into obstacles.
This is the first model with room select that is not Lidar-guided. You can order it to work in a particular room.
The same as with the others, you can set water level output as well as create no-go zones and zoned cleaning.
Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Ultra
Recognizes and avoids objects
The Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Ultra is the first model in the lineup that supports a self-emptying system. Since it is new, there is no much information around. All I know is that the robot comes with a self-emptying bin, has object recognition technology and for now doesn't seem like coming to the international market.
The same as the previous model, it has strong suction but unlike the 1T, this robot is guided by Lidar which is more accurate. It also has a big battery and mopping feature.
Xiaomi Mijia Robot Vacuum-Mop Ultra Slim
The shortest on the market
This is the shortest robot vacuum on the market that additionally has a 3D sensor for recognizing small objects. In the box, two containers, one is two-in-one (200 ml water + 225 ml dust box) and a relatively big dustbin (500 ml). The robot navigates with the help of a visual sensor on par with 3D and other sensors that help it move around.
Xiaomi engineers did a great job making a robot this short that has a large dustbin, mopping ability, object recognition, and strong suction but you have to trade something for such a short body. The robot has a battery that is not as big and provides up to 100 minutes of runtime. Not the biggest but still decent.
You get an amazing design, a short body, and lots of features for an affordable price.
The new Xiaomi is guided by Lidar and additionally has a multi-dimensional stereo recognition obstacle avoidance system equipped with dual processors for better performance. This might be the best object recognition performance in the family on par with building an accurate map.
On par with that, the robot has a vibrating water tank that is supposed to perform better in removing stains. The manufacturer claims the new Vacuum-Mop 2Pro kills bacterias and sterilizes the floors.
The robot has a powerful 4,000 Pa motor and two dustbins (a big 550 ml separate box), one of which (300 ml) is combined with a water tank (260 ml). A large 5,200 mAh battery provides up to 150 minutes of runtime which makes the robot suitable for big houses.
The newest MiJia is made for those who have to deal with lots of hair. The manufacturer states it has 8,000 Pa of suction.
The robot has mopping attachments and is suitable for homes with both, hard floors and carpet. The robot has a new design that prevents hair tangling which makes it ideal for pet and human hair.
Lately, Xiaomi has released two self-washing models. Those two do not self-empty a dustbin but wash a mopping attachment. We don't know much about the two yet tho let's try to figure out the difference and clear out some details about each.
Xiaomi Mijia Self-Cleaning Sweeping Mopping Robot MJSTP
Mops hard floors, vacuums carpets
Inside the washing base, are two 2 L containers, one for clean and one for wasted water. Inside the robot, is a 500 ml dustbin with a cleaning brushroll so the robot can do mopping and vacuuming at the same time.
When it detects carpet, the mopping module lifts up just the way the Roborock S7 does. It helps the robot to vacuum carpets and mop hard floors. You don't have to run the robot twice to vacuum carpets. Once in a while, the robot returns to the self-washing station to wash the pad. The mopping module also vibrates which helps with removing stains.
The robot is guided by Lidar and ToF sensors that detect small obstacles Lidar can't sense.
Xiaomi Mijia Self-Cleaning Robot Vacuum-Mop Pro (STYTJO6ZHM)
Washes and dries the pads
This model has a D-shape which helps to clean corners better than other models. It is also guided by Lidar but lacks a ToF sensor so the robot doesn't avoid small objects. The mopping module is two separate mopping pads that get splashed with water and dried out with hot temperature air after cleaning 10 square meters. Inside the self-washing system are two 4 L containers.
Thanks to the body shape, a large 25 cm cleaning brush covers a bigger area with each step compared to other round robots.
Xiaomi Mijia Self-Cleaning Sweeping Mopping Robot MJSTP vs. Mijia Self-Cleaning Robot Vacuum-Mop Pro (STYTJO6ZHM)
- Mopping module: vibrating plate vs. double rotating wipes
- Cleaning brush size: 16 vs. 25 cm
- Object avoidance vs. lack of it
- Lifting the mopping plate vs. need to set no-go zones to avoid carpets
- Self-washing system: washing the plate vs. washing + drying the pads
- Water containers size: 2*2 L vs. 2*4 L
- Body shape: round vs. D-shape
Both models are self-washing machines with a few differences. The MJSTP lifts the vibrating mopping pad on carpets which makes the robot ideal for mixed surface. The two rotating wipes of the Vacuum-Mop Pro do not detect carpet but the robot has a larger cleaning brush so it does the job faster. To avoid carpets, you can set no-go zones and let the robot vacuum carpets with the second cleaning cycle.
I would say the Xiaomi Mijia Self-Cleaning Sweeping Mopping Robot MJSTP is better for homes with a mixed surface and the Mijia Self-Cleaning Robot Vacuum-Mop Pro (STYTJO6ZHM) would be amazing for homes with mostly hard floors.
Xiaomi All-In-One Robot Vacuum and Mop
The most-featured
The only Xiaomi in the lineup that does it all. The robot has the most advanced self-cleaning base that includes two large water containers, one for wasted water, and one for clean water that fills the onboard water tank and washes the rotating mopping pads after which the base dries the pads so they are always ready to be used. There is also a disposable bag that holds about 30 dustbin capacities.
There is also a camera in front that sees small objects and avoids them on the way for more precise navigation. Another option is a mopping pad lift, when the robot steps on carpet, it lifts the mopping plate with pads so it continues vacuuming carpet in mopping mode. Very convenient to use on a mixed surface so you don't have to switch between modes or run the robot twice, to mop and vacuum.
This is the most advanced robot in the lineup with all the features that exist nowadays. Ideal for homes with a mixed surface and those who don't want to manually maintain the robot.
Conclusion
The Xiaomi Mi Robot is a budget model and lacks many useful features but still can be a good helper for those who are looking for a budget machine and don’t have thick carpets.
The Xiaomi MiJia 1S is a great pick for anyone who wants a robot vacuum with premium features for a reasonable price. At $290.76 you get a powerful robot vacuum with a long-lasting battery and room cleaning.
If you need mopping, extra suction, a bigger container, and better cleaning performance, consider getting the Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Mop P (STYJ02YM). It is a high-end model with many smart bells that is suitable for homes with thin carpets, bare floors, and pet owners.
If you live in a small home with carpets and some bare floors, need a budget cleaner that can do mopping and sweeping, have a look at the Xiaomi MiJia 1C, it is an ideal choice for those who don’t want to go out of budget yet want a powerful robot vacuum. For those who want stronger suction and longer runtime on max mode, have a look at the Xiaomi Mi Robot 2C.
The Xiaomi MiJia G1 is ideal for homes smaller in size with low and medium-pile carpets and people with long hair.
The Xiaomi MiJia 1T is good for big cluttered homes with hard floors or carpets as well as pets. Because of being the most advanced, it is good for homes with lots of furniture and carpets.
The Xiaomi Mijia Robot Vacuum-Mop Dirt Disposal should be good for homes with pets and those who are looking for a smart robot vacuum that would empty itself.
The Ultra Slim model is amazing for homes with furniture that has a gap enough for the robot to fit. On par with that, it should perform well on low-pile carpets and hard floors. Probably be not good for medium-pile carpets.
For those who want the best object recognition and Lidar navigation, the Xiaomi Mijia Vacuum-Mop 2Pro (MJSTS) has it all. Also with a vibrating water tank has to be better for homes with hard floors mostly.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Xiaomi robot vacuums
- I have some cluttered areas and don't want to babysit the robot as it cleans. Is there any way to make it avoid those?
You can set no-go zones (virtual walls) to prevent the robot from going to these places where it can get stuck. The Xiaomi 1S, 1C, 2C, and Mop P support virtual walls. Once you set it, the robot won't cross it. The most advanced is the MiJia 1T. If you can afford it, go with the latest.
- I have a thick shaggy rug in my bedroom. Would a Xiaomi be capable of cleaning it?
Unfortunately, none Xiaomi robot vacuum can vacuum thick shaggy rugs. It would be able to climb on one but not moving on it.
- I have a small area of tile. Do I need a vacuum with mopping?
A mopping feature is nice to have but not necessarily. If you have a small area of hard floors and aiming to the 1S that does not have a mopping feature then do not worry and go for it. If you were looking for something that comes with mopping attachments then the mopping feature is a nice addition to other options.
- I have long thick hair, which model would be able to pick it up without much tangling?
All these models have the same cleaning brush with non-detachable side tips. These are not the easiest to maintain as hair mostly gets wrapped around the edges. In terms of maintaining the cleaning brush, they are the same. The Xiaomi 1C has the biggest dustbin so it can hold the most hair. And this would probably be the best choice if you also have carpets in your home. The G1 on the other hand, has a cleaning brush with detachable tips which is essential for pet owners and those with long hair.
- My floors are about low to medium pile carpets with not much furniture around. Can I get a cheaper model or do I have to go with the most-featured one?
If you don't want to pay more, the Xiaomi MiJia 1C or 2C would be just fine. If you want advanced navigation, have a look at the Xiaomi MiJia 1S.
- I don't have carpets and good mopping ability is important to me as well as navigation. Do I have to go with the 1C or Mop P?
The 1C has good mopping but not as good as the Mop P because of the Y-shape pattern.
It also has better navigation so probably would be better in this scenario.
- Do I need WiFi to make it work?
No, all robots can work without WiFi but you will not have access to some smart features as well as scheduling.
- Can I control the robot like a radio car?
Yes, by using the app you can control a Xiaomi robot like a radio car.
- I have a dog that sheds and 50/50 carpets and tile. Which one to buy?
We would recommend getting the Xiaomi MiJia 1C as it does amazingly well on carpets and have a big dustbin that is good for pet hair. If you do not need a mopping feature and want precise navigation, have a look at the Xiaomi MiJia 1S.
- My place is big, I know that some robots continue cleaning after recharging but I don't want to wait for it to recharge.
The Xiaomi Mi Robot and MiJia 1T have the biggest battery of 150 minutes on one charge which is enough to cover a big place.
- I want to be able to order the robot to clean the kitchen. Which model can do it?
You need a room cleaning feature. The Xiaomi MiJia 1S, 1C, 2C, Mop P, and MiJia 1T have this option.
- Do I know when the dustbin is full?
No, a Xiaomi robot does not alert when the dustbin is full.
- Does the Xiaomi work in the dark?
Yes, all Xiaomi robots can work in the dark with no issues.
- Why there is no S5 model in the comparison table?
You probably talking about the Roborock S5 which is not Xiaomi nor made by Xiaomi. It is the other company Roborock that produces robots under the name "Roborock".
- Do I need this virtual wall feature?
The virtual wall feature is handy when you have some areas where the robot can get stuck. Those can be places with cords or kid's bedroom with lots of small things laying around.