Xiaomi countertop dishwasher with AI dirt sensing lands in China

Xiaomi has launched a new countertop dishwasher in China with AI dirt sensing, starting at 1,998 yuan. The compact Mijia model is aimed at homes that cannot fit a built-in unit, and it combines a 5-place setting layout with automatic cycle selection to reduce guesswork in small kitchens.

The Xiaomi countertop dishwasher has launched in China with AI-powered dirt sensing designed to make dishwashing more efficient. The Mijia Smart model uses an optical sensor and AI algorithms to detect the level of dirt in around 10 seconds and automatically select a suitable washing programme. It also features eight wash modes, four spray mechanisms with 34 water jets, 80°C hot-air drying and up to 240 hours of UV-assisted dish storage.

Mijia Smart Countertop Dishwasher adds 80°C drying and UV storage

The Mijia Smart Countertop Dishwasher is built around a compact format, but Xiaomi is clearly trying to do more than basic cleaning here. It uses 75°C washing, followed by an 80°C hot-air drying system, which should help with faster turnaround after a wash cycle.

The more unusual part is the UV storage mode. Xiaomi says it can keep tableware dry for up to 10 days, which changes the appliance’s role a bit. In a small kitchen, that means the dishwasher can double as short-term storage for cleaned plates and utensils instead of just stopping at the wash stage.

The product is also sized as a 5-place setting dishwasher. For apartments, shared homes, or counters with limited space, that kind of layout matters more than a larger full-size machine. It is clearly aimed at people who want a practical wash solution without giving up too much room in the kitchen.

HyperOS Connect ties the dishwasher into Xiaomi’s app controls

Xiaomi is also linking the dishwasher into its connected-home system. With HyperOS Connect, users can access remote control, scheduling, progress tracking, and voice commands through Xiaomi’s smart home setup. That puts the appliance in the same category as other app-connected home devices rather than a standalone kitchen tool.

The Mijia app adds another layer of control by letting users adjust storage duration in 24-hour steps. That is a small detail, but it gives the appliance a bit more flexibility for different routines. Some users may only want short storage after cleaning, while others may want to keep dishes dry for longer periods.

According to the product details, the dishwasher also uses optical water quality sensor reading and automatic cycle selection. In practice, that means the machine is designed to reduce manual decision-making. Instead of setting every wash from scratch, it can rely on sensor input to choose a cycle more automatically.

For many small households, that is the main appeal. A countertop dishwasher has to justify its footprint, and Xiaomi is leaning on convenience, connected controls, and storage features to do that. The company is not just selling a cleaning appliance here. It is packaging a compact kitchen device that fits into its wider smart home ecosystem.

At 1,998 yuan, the dishwasher is positioned as an accessible option for homes in China that cannot install a built-in unit. The combination of AI dirt sensing, high-temperature washing, UV storage, and app control makes the pitch fairly straightforward: less manual effort, less countertop disruption, and more flexibility in a small space.