Xiaomi is continuing its push into major domestic appliances in Europe with the wider availability of its Mijia Washer Dryer Pro 10kg, a connected all-in-one laundry appliance that is now listed in additional markets including Germany, Spain and Poland.
The model (WD100MJA12EU) combines a 10 kg washing capacity with a 7 kg drying capacity and is priced at €649 in Xiaomi’s official online stores in Germany and Spain, with delivery estimates of around 12 days. In Poland the same washer-dryer has been introduced at a local equivalent of approximately 2,599 zł, alongside a more compact 7 kg front-load washer aimed at smaller spaces.
Key features include dual automatic dosing for detergent and fabric softener, control via the Xiaomi Home app or the onboard touch interface, a direct-drive motor backed by a 12-year warranty, a 12-minute quick-wash programme, and steam functions for sanitising and refreshing fabrics. Energy performance is rated Class A for washing but drops to Class D on combined wash-and-dry cycles, a common trade-off for washer-dryers.
The launch forms part of Xiaomi’s broader strategy to build a presence in large home appliances beyond its established smartphone and small-device business. The company has indicated the model is intended for wider distribution across multiple EU markets, following earlier availability in other regions. A slim-depth 7 kg washer has also been introduced in selected markets to address space-constrained bathrooms and utility rooms common in European housing.
For established European laundry brands the arrival of competitively priced, app-connected Chinese models adds further pressure in a category already characterised by intense competition on features, energy efficiency and price. Automatic dosing, connectivity and extended motor warranties are increasingly treated as table stakes rather than differentiators.
Xiaomi’s European appliance rollout remains gradual and online-led for now, but the appearance of the Mijia Washer Dryer Pro in major markets signals a more serious intent to compete in the white-goods sector. Retailers and manufacturers will be watching closely to see how quickly the brand can convert online listings into meaningful volume and brand recognition in a category where trust, service networks and energy performance still carry significant weight.
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