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Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker vs Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker

Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.

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Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker

Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker

  • 660 g.
  • 4,800 mAh battery capacity.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Up to 17 hours per charge.
  • IP67 rating.
KSh 11,200In Stock
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Mi Smart Speaker

Mi Smart Speaker

  • 853 g.
  • Bluetooth 4.2 connection.
  • Touch controls for playback and calls.
  • 12 W rated output.
  • Google Home setup.
KSh 8,570In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker if you want Bluetooth 5.3 and a lighter build (660 g). Choose the Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker if you want a lower price (KSh 2,630 less).

Weight

Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
660 g
Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
853 g

Connections

Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
Bluetooth 4.2 connection

Output power

Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
40W total
Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
12 W rated output

Controls

Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
Power, volume, playback and pairing controls
Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
Touch-sensitive top panel

Software

Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker
Mi Home/Xiaomi Home plugins
Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
Google Home setup

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker

  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3.
  • Lighter: 660 g.

Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker

  • Lower price: KSh 8,570 (KSh 2,630 less).

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9 priorities selected.

Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker

  • 660 g.
  • 40W total.
  • Bluetooth 5.3.
  • Power, volume, playback and pairing controls.
  • Mi Home/Xiaomi Home plugins.
  • Stereo with two matching speakers.
  • Portable freestanding speaker.
  • Portable Bluetooth Speaker.
  • RGB ambient lighting configurable in Xiaomi Home.

Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker

  • 853 g.
  • 12 W rated output.
  • Bluetooth 4.2.
  • Touch-sensitive top panel.
  • Google Home setup.
  • Two matching Mi Smart Speakers.
  • Indoor tabletop or shelf.
  • Smart Speaker.
  • Top light ring with music-lighting effect.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Bluetooth SpeakerMi Smart Speaker
BrandXiaomiXiaomi
Model5796229432
TypePortable Bluetooth SpeakerSmart Speaker
ColorBlackWhite

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Bluetooth SpeakerMi Smart Speaker
Dimensions202 × 73 × 73mm131 × 104 × 151mm
Weight660g853g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Bluetooth SpeakerMi Smart Speaker
Battery4800mAh typical—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Bluetooth SpeakerMi Smart Speaker
BluetoothBluetooth 5.34.2
Bluetooth Profiles / CodecsLHDC music playback; LHDC 5.0 with supported HyperOS equipmentA2DP
USBUSB-C charging port—
Multi-Speaker / Stereo PairingStereo with two matching speakers; group playback with up to eight compatible Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker series devicesTwo matching Mi Smart Speakers; compatible multiroom playback
App SupportMi Home/Xiaomi Home plugins; sound and lighting settings; OTA updates; NFC pairing with supported HyperOS phonesGoogle Home setup; Chromecast-compatible apps
Wi-Fi—2.4GHz / 5GHz

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Bluetooth SpeakerMi Smart Speaker
LightshowRGB ambient lighting configurable in Xiaomi HomeTop light ring with music-lighting effect
Party FeaturesGroup playback with up to eight compatible speakers; adjustable lighting—
Special FeaturesNFC pairing with supported Xiaomi HyperOS phones; app sound and lighting adjustmentChromecast built-in
Voice Assistant—Google Assistant; availability varies by language, region and service

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Bluetooth SpeakerMi Smart Speaker
Speaker ConfigurationTwo tweeters, one mid-low frequency driver and two passive radiatorsSingle front-facing full-frequency speaker
Driverstwo high-frequency speakers, one mid-low frequency speaker and two passive radiators63.5mm / 2.5-inch full-frequency driver
Total Power Output40W total; 10W × 2 tweeters and 20W woofer12W
Sound Modes / EQXiaomi Home sound-effect settings and custom equaliser—
Audio FeaturesOmnidirectional sound; HARMAN AudioEFX; microphone for Bluetooth calls—

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Bluetooth SpeakerMi Smart Speaker
Power SourceBuilt-in rechargeable battery; USB-C chargingDC 12V / 1.5A
Battery LifeUp to 17 hours at 50% volume with lights off in Xiaomi laboratory tests—
Fast Charging22.5W PD charging; compatible adapter required—
Charging PortUSB-C; 5V 3A or 9V 2.5A input—

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Bluetooth SpeakerMi Smart Speaker
ControlsPower, volume, playback and pairing controls; NFC sensor areaTouch-sensitive top panel
Water & Dust ResistanceIP67—
MaterialsWoven mesh body; rubber baseMetal mesh grille
Placement / MountingPortable freestanding speakerIndoor tabletop or shelf

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Bluetooth SpeakerMi Smart Speaker
Speaker / SoundbarOne speakerOne Mi Smart Speaker
SubwooferNot included—
Remote Control——
Audio / HDMI Cable——
Mounting Accessories——
Other AccessoriesLanyard—
DocumentationUser manualUser manual

Similarities

  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both are made by Xiaomi.

In summary

Choose Bluetooth Speaker for a lighter build; Mi Smart Speaker is the cheaper choice if you do not need a lighter build.

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