Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer Pro 4L Review: Full 2026 Verdict
Our full review of the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer Pro 4L: a budget connected air fryer with smart home integration and minimalist design. Ideal for couples and small households. Nura Score: 8.0/10.

Our Testing Protocol
The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer Pro 4L was tested over 4 full weeks in a 1-2 person household. We conducted 48 cooking sessions across 8 food categories: fresh fries, frozen fries, chicken drumsticks, vegetables, fish, omelettes, cakes, and dehydration. The Mi Home app was tested on iOS 17 and Android 14 to evaluate connection stability, voice command accuracy, and smart home automation usefulness. We deliberately compared this appliance against competitors priced €20-60 more to assess genuine value.
Introduction
Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant, has entered the air fryer market with its trademark approach: minimalist design, strong connectivity, and aggressive pricing. The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer Pro 4L, at just €79.99, is the cheapest connected air fryer in our 2026 selection. But can it genuinely compete with Philips and Cosori in terms of cooking?
At Homenura, we tested this appliance for 4 weeks, primarily in a 1-2 person household. Its 4-litre capacity clearly positions it for small households, couples and students. With a Nura score of 8.0/10, it is an excellent entry point into connected air fryers.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 4 litres |
| Power | 1,600 W |
| Temperature range | 40°C - 200°C |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 25.2 x 28.5 x 30.4 cm |
| Weight | 3.8 kg |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, Mi Home app, Google Home, Alexa |
| Voice control | Yes (Google Assistant, Alexa) |
| Display | Monochrome OLED with rotary dial |
| Price | €79.99 |
Design and Build Quality
The Xiaomi's design is one of its strongest assets. In a market dominated by black plastic, Xiaomi offers a matte white appliance with clean lines that fits perfectly in modern or Scandinavian kitchens. The footprint is tiny: 25.2 x 28.5 cm, one of the most compact in our selection. At 3.8 kg, it is easy to store away when not in use.
Build quality is honest for the price. The plastic is adequately finished but you feel the difference versus a Philips or Ninja — the rails are plastic (not metal) and the mechanism is functional but not as smooth. The dishwasher-safe non-stick basket is well made.
Cooking Performance
Fries and Potatoes
With 350 g of fresh fries at 200°C for 20 minutes, results are decent but not exceptional. Crispiness is good, but there is slight unevenness — centre fries are less golden than edges. Shaking halfway is essential. The 4L capacity limits optimal batches to about 350 g, suitable for 1-2 people.
Chicken and Meats
Chicken drumsticks (3 pieces maximum) at 180°C for 25 minutes offer decent cooking with golden skin (76°C internal). The 200°C max and 1,600 W limit the ability to form a truly crispy crust. For steaks, the max temperature is clearly insufficient for a satisfying Maillard crust.
Vegetables
Vegetables are the Xiaomi's best playground. Courgettes and peppers at 180°C for 12 minutes come out well caramelised. The modest quantities (200-250 g per batch) ensure even cooking. Perfect for a side dish for two.
Ease of Use
The Mi Home app is the Xiaomi's major asset. Beyond simple remote control, it integrates into Xiaomi's smart home ecosystem: automations (start the air fryer when you arrive home via geolocation), advance scheduling, and voice control via Google Assistant or Alexa. "OK Google, start the fries" actually works — impressive for a €79.99 device. For more on connected air fryers, see our comparison.
Energy Consumption
At 1,600 W, the Xiaomi is the least energy-hungry in our selection. For a 20-minute fries session at 200°C: 0.38 kWh — the best absolute result, favoured by the small capacity. Monthly cost with daily use: approximately €2.85.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Unbeatable price: €79.99 for a connected air fryer
- Minimalist design: most beautiful in our selection, elegant white
- Smart home ecosystem: Mi Home, Google Home, Alexa
- Voice control: works with Google/Alexa
- Ultra-compact: 25.2 x 28.5 cm, ideal for small kitchens
- Low consumption: 1,600 W, most economical
Cons
- Limited capacity: 4L, 1-2 people maximum
- Max temperature 200°C: insufficient for searing
- Modest power: 1,600 W, slower cooking
- Improvable cooking: uneven fries, limited crust
- Plastic rails: lower build quality than premium brands
Detailed Nura Score
| Criterion | Score | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking performance | 7.0/10 | Decent, limited by 200°C and 1,600 W |
| Ease of use | 9.0/10 | Excellent Mi Home ecosystem, voice control |
| Design and build | 8.5/10 | Most beautiful, average build quality |
| Versatility | 7.0/10 | Limited by capacity and temperature |
| Value for money | 9.5/10 | €79.99 with Wi-Fi and smart home, exceptional |
| Cleaning | 9.0/10 | Small, simple, dishwasher-safe basket |
| Noise | 8.0/10 | 60 dB, average |
| Overall Nura Score | 8.0/10 | Best budget connected air fryer |
Verdict
The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer Pro 4L is the best budget connected air fryer of 2026. Perfect for students, couples or small households wanting to discover air frying without major investment. For families of 3+, look at the Philips 3000 XL or Cosori Dual Blaze. More budget options in our best budget air fryers. All picks in our complete guide 2026.
The Smart Home Ecosystem in Detail
The Xiaomi's major strength is its genuinely useful smart home integration. The Mi Home app enables real automations: auto-start when you arrive home via geolocation, triggering from a Google Home scene, integration with Xiaomi thermostats and lights. In 4 weeks of testing, we used voice control 127 times: 94% success rate with Google Assistant, 91% with Alexa. For more on connected air fryers, see our connected airfryer comparison 2026.
Comparison with the Competition
| Model | Price | Capacity | Max Temp | Connectivity | Nura Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Smart Pro 4L | €79.99 | 4L | 200°C | Mi Home + Google + Alexa | 8.0/10 |
| Philips 3000 XL 6.2L | €119.99 | 6.2L | 200°C | None | 8.7/10 |
| Cosori Dual Blaze 6.4L | €139.99 | 6.4L | 230°C | VeSync app | 8.9/10 |
| Moulinex Easy Fry Max 5L | €89.99 | 5L | 200°C | None | 8.2/10 |
The Xiaomi stands out clearly for its connectivity-to-price ratio. No competitor under €100 offers comparable integration with Google Home and Alexa. However, its limited capacity and 200°C maximum temperature confine it to small households.
Who Is the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer Pro Ideal For?
- Students and young adults living alone or as a couple who want to eat healthily on a budget
- Xiaomi / Google Home ecosystem fans who want to integrate the air fryer into smart home automations
- Small kitchens: 25.2 x 28.5 cm, the most compact in our selection
- Energy-conscious users: only 1,600 W, ideal if you monitor your consumption
- First-time air fryer buyers who want to discover the concept without financial risk
Detailed Final Verdict
The Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer Pro 4L delivers on its promises in a segment where promises often exceed reality. Its elegant design, real smart home integration, and €79.99 price make it hard to overlook for a small household. Voice commands genuinely work, the app is stable, and electricity consumption is the lowest in our selection.
Its limitations are structural: a 4L capacity and 200°C max will never match the performance of a higher-end Cosori or Philips. But that is not its market. For what it is — a connected, compact, elegant, economical air fryer for 1-2 people — it is the best in its category in 2026. Confirmed Nura Score: 8.0/10.
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