On July 20, 2026, Xiaomi moved its Mijia laundry appliances into Germany, putting a smart washing machine and a washer-dryer on sale in Europe after earlier signaling a push into larger home appliances.
The launch covers two front-loading models: a standalone Xiaomi Mijia washing machine and a combined Xiaomi Mijia washer-dryer, according to Notebookcheck. The washer-dryer is listed at €479 against an MSRP of €559, while the washing machine is available for €449 against an MSRP of €499.
July 20: Xiaomi brings Mijia laundry appliances to Germany
Germany is the named market for Xiaomi’s first reported European availability of these new laundry appliances. That matters because Xiaomi is not just selling another connected gadget here. It is moving a heavier, higher-commitment product category into its international smart home lineup.
Both machines carry the same core washing spec: 8 kg washing capacity, a 525 mm drum diameter, and a maximum spin speed of 1,400 RPM. The washer-dryer adds drying support for up to 6 kg, a typical limit for combo units in this category, according to the source material.
The current price gap is narrow. At listed pricing, the washer-dryer costs only €30 more than the washing machine, though its MSRP is €60 higher. That puts the trade-off squarely on drying performance, energy use and whether buyers want a single machine to handle both jobs.
| Model | Current price | MSRP | Wash capacity | Dry capacity | Max spin speed | App support |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Mijia washing machine | €449 | €499 | 8 kg | — | 1,400 RPM | Xiaomi Home |
| Xiaomi Mijia washer-dryer | €479 | €559 | 8 kg | 6 kg | 1,400 RPM | Xiaomi Home |
The machines also include a hot steam cycle intended to reduce potentially harmful germs, automatic high-temperature drum cleaning, a color control panel for program selection, and a 15-minute quick wash mode.
Xiaomi Home turns laundry into another connected device category
The connected-home pitch is straightforward: both appliances integrate with the Xiaomi Home app for remote control and firmware updates. For these specific machines, those are the confirmed smart functions in the supplied launch details.
That distinction matters. Xiaomi Home as an app supports a wide range of intelligent-device functions, but feature availability can vary by model and region. For the Mijia laundry launch, the verified claim is not a broad automation suite. It is app-based control plus software updates.
Confirmed smart features for these appliances: Xiaomi Home integration, remote control, and firmware updates.
That still gives Xiaomi a clear angle. A washing machine is usually a long-life appliance, not a device buyers replace quickly. Firmware support and app integration give Xiaomi a way to keep the product tied to its smart home environment after installation.
MLXIO has tracked Xiaomi’s broader hardware push across categories, including adjacent coverage of the company’s €849 Xiaomi 75-Inch Mini-LED TV Grabs Fire TV in Europe and its Xiaomi Solar Security Camera Ditches Wi-Fi for 4G. The Mijia laundry launch follows the same broad pattern: Xiaomi wants more household devices running through its own connected product layer.
The washer-dryer’s Class D rating is the spec buyers should not skip
The standout caveat is energy efficiency. The washer-dryer carries a Class D rating and consumes 306 kWh per 100 standard drying cycles, according to the source material.
That does not automatically make the washer-dryer unattractive. It does mean buyers should separate the upfront price from long-term running costs, especially if they expect to use drying mode frequently. The discounted price makes the combo unit look close to the washing machine, but the energy label is where the comparison becomes less simple.
The standalone washer details supplied do not include a matching energy consumption figure. That leaves a gap for buyers comparing the two Xiaomi models on operating cost rather than sticker price.
The warranty structure is clearer. Xiaomi provides a two-year warranty for the appliances, while the inverter motor is covered for up to 12 years. For a large appliance launch, that motor coverage is one of the more important support signals in the spec sheet.
Germany is the first question mark, not the finish line
The immediate unknown is whether Xiaomi will expand these Mijia laundry appliances beyond Germany into more European markets. The supplied launch details confirm availability in Germany, but do not provide a wider rollout schedule.
The next practical checks are simple:
- Availability: whether the machines appear through more official Xiaomi channels or retailers.
- Pricing: whether the current €449 and €479 prices hold after launch.
- Energy data: whether fuller efficiency figures emerge for the standalone washer.
- Support: how warranty and after-sales handling work for buyers outside Xiaomi’s usual smaller-device categories.
- Software: whether Xiaomi adds or documents more appliance-specific Xiaomi Home functions over time.
For Xiaomi, the strategic test is execution. Phones, TVs, cameras and power banks can build brand reach, but washing machines bring different expectations: reliability, service access, repair handling and predictable energy performance. If the Germany launch holds up on those fronts, Xiaomi has a stronger case for making large smart appliances a bigger part of its international hardware mix.
The Bottom Line
- Xiaomi is expanding beyond smaller smart home devices into larger appliances in Europe.
- The washer-dryer costs only €30 more than the standalone washer at current listed prices.
- Germany may serve as a test market for Xiaomi’s broader international appliance strategy.
