Xiaomi launches Mijia Smart Gas Water Heater 2 with ultra-quiet operation

Xiaomi has started pre-orders in China for its new Mijia Smart Gas Water Heater 2 Silent Constant Temperature (16L), boasting an impressively low noise level of just 32 dB(A). This smart gas water heater features advanced technology to ensure stable water temperature and enhanced convenience for users.

The water heater maintains a stable water temperature through an integrated sensor and smart algorithms that adjust heating in real time to minimize fluctuations. Xiaomi claims its TSI technology can boost water flow by up to 246% while achieving a 99.9% sterilization rate, offering both efficiency and hygiene.

Compatible with Xiaomi’s HyperConnect ecosystem, the device supports remote control via Xiaomi’s app. Users can customize temperature settings, switch modes, and even operate the heater with voice commands through Xiaomi’s Xiao AI assistant. It also integrates with other smart home gadgets, such as a smart lock, allowing the heater to start warming water automatically upon detecting your arrival home.

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The heater has an energy efficiency rating of level 2 and comes in a sleek white casing measuring 520 × 360 × 172 mm.

The Mijia Smart Gas Water Heater 2 is priced as follows:

• Pre-order price: 1,899 yuan (about $279)
• Retail price: 2,299 yuan (approximately $337)

Currently, the water heater is exclusive to the Chinese market. Xiaomi has not announced plans for an international release, making its global availability unlikely for now.

Xiaomi Mijia Smart Gas Water Heater 2 features and specifications

• Noise level: 32 dB(A) for ultra-quiet operation
• Water flow boost: up to 246% using TSI technology
• Sterilization rate: 99.9%
• Energy efficiency rating: Level 2
• Dimensions: 520 × 360 × 172 mm
• Smart connectivity: Remote control via app, voice commands with Xiao AI, integration with smart home devices

Comparison with competitors' smart water heaters

Major brands like Samsung and Bosch also offer smart water heaters with remote control and voice assistant support. However, Xiaomi’s Mijia Smart Gas Water Heater 2 stands out for its combination of ultra-quiet operation, high sterilization efficiency, and tight integration within Xiaomi’s extensive smart home ecosystem.

Outlook for Xiaomi’s smart water heaters outside China

As smart home appliances become more commonplace, Xiaomi’s Mijia Smart Gas Water Heater 2 raises the bar for convenient, connected heating solutions. Whether it will expand beyond China depends on Xiaomi’s ambitions in the smart appliance sector and regulatory challenges abroad. Consumers can expect Xiaomi to continue broadening its lineup of AI-powered home devices, potentially challenging Western and Korean giants in this segment in the future.