Midea review

Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team · Facts checked September 30, 2026

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Our verdict

Midea fits households that want the same maker for the large appliances, with a 1 year warranty and a mobile app across the range. Its line-up matches the core machines listed by Hoover and Bauknecht, and prices start at $129.99 for shoppers buying a kitchen bundle.

Key facts

Best for
Households buying a full set of large appliances from the same maker.
Reference models
Solstice Air Conditioner, 29.3 cf French Door Refrigerator, V12 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Price from
$129.99 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Warranty
1 year (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Mobile app
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
US (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
1968 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Chat, Phone, Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Products
Washing machine, Dryer, Dishwasher, Fridge, Cooker
Official website
midea.com

Floor care

Reference models
Solstice Air Conditioner, 29.3 cf French Door Refrigerator, V12 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Top suction (Pa)
16,200 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Self-empty dock
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Mop type
Spinning (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Obstacle avoidance
Camera AI (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
LiDAR navigation
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Runtime
180 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Warranty
1 year (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Spare parts shop
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
US (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
1968 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Chat, Phone, Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Products
Washing machine, Dryer, Dishwasher, Fridge, Cooker

Air treatment

Reference models
Solstice Air Conditioner, 29.3 cf French Door Refrigerator, V12 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Price from
$129.99 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Room size (m²)
418.06 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Quietest noise level (dB)
22 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Extraction per day (l/day)
23.66 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Mobile app
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Warranty
1 year (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
US (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
1968 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Chat, Phone, Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Products
Washing machine, Dryer, Dishwasher, Fridge, Cooker
Filter types
Hepa h13, Uv

Kitchen appliances

Reference models
Solstice Air Conditioner, 29.3 cf French Door Refrigerator, V12 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Price from
$129.99 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Capacity (l)
10.41 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Cooking programmes
8 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Mobile app
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Warranty
1 year (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Spare parts shop
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
US (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
1968 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Chat, Phone, Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Products
Washing machine, Dryer, Dishwasher, Fridge, Cooker

Smart home devices

Price from
$129.99 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Matter certified
No (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Hub required
No (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Energy reporting
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Warranty
1 year (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
US (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
1968 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Chat, Phone, Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Device types
Lighting
Protocols
Matter
Ecosystems
Alexa, Google, Matter

Water filters

Filter system
Under sink (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Reference models
Solstice Air Conditioner, 29.3 cf French Door Refrigerator, V12 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Price from
$129.99 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Cartridge life (l)
3,600 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Installation required
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Warranty
1 year (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
US (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
1968 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Chat, Phone, Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)

Apps and profiles

Elsewhere
WikidataWikipediaX

Pros and cons

Pros

  • The range spans washing machine, dryer and dishwasher, the same core machines carried by Hoover, Exquisit and Bauknecht, so a full kitchen can come from the same maker.
  • Robot vacuums pair 16,200 Pa suction with camera AI obstacle avoidance, a self empty dock and spinning mopping.
  • Air purifiers run hepa h13 and uv filtration and drop to 22 dB at the quietest setting.
  • A mobile app is available, energy reporting is included, and no hub is required, so connected kit works without extra bridge hardware.

Cons

  • Warranty on the listed air fryer is 1 year, so extended cover or self repair cost is the real budget line.
  • The smart home devices are not Matter certified, even though matter sits in the protocol list, so certification shoppers should check model by model.
  • The smart home line lists lighting as its device type, which is thin next to the sensors, thermostats and blinds a whole home build needs.
  • Running costs stack up: hepa h13 and uv filter media, a under sink water system that needs installation, and cartridges rated at 3,600 litres before a change, against a site median filter cost of €80.67 a year.

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Scored 9.1 / 10 by SmartHomeCue.

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Who it suits

  • Households replacing a whole kitchen, who want washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, fridges and cookers from the same maker rather than mixing brands.
  • Robot vacuum buyers who want camera based obstacle avoidance and a self empty dock in the upper models instead of a bare entry machine.
  • Alexa and Google households that want app control and energy reporting without buying a hub, a different balance from the Exquisit and Bauknecht kitchen ranges.

Who should look elsewhere

  • Anyone shopping for a built-in oven or hob: the Midea list runs washing machine, dryer and dishwasher, while Exquisit, Hoover and Bauknecht each also carry ovens and hobs.
  • Buyers outside the US, because US lists the US only, so the quoted prices may not apply where you live.
  • Matter first households, since the smart home devices are not Matter certified despite matter appearing in the protocol list.

Core features

Midea's core feature story starts with cover. The listed dual zone air fryer oven carries a 1 year warranty, and that term is what to plan around, particularly for a countertop appliance that stays plugged in and in daily use. A mobile app is available as well, so the connected functions on offer are reachable from a phone rather than only through controls on the appliance. Buyers who put weight on longer cover can weigh the warranty term against the price of the model, while buyers whose priority is remote control and monitoring already get that in the standard feature set.

The company behind it

Midea has traded since 1968, so the company sits with the established appliance makers rather than the recent smart home entrants. Support runs on chat, phone and help centre, which means a phone call, a live chat and a help centre are all on offer, a wider set than a help centre on its own. For a household committing to a whole kitchen, that pairing of age and reachable support is the main trust signal, since large appliances need repairs and parts long after the retailer listing has moved on.

How Midea compares

Frequently asked questions

How much do Midea appliances cost at entry?+

Entry pricing starts at $129.99 for the dual zone air fryer oven, the listed starting point for the range. That model pairs 8 programs with 10.41 litres of basket capacity and a 1 year warranty, so treat the figure as a floor. Buyers fitting a full kitchen should price each model rather than extrapolate from it.

What does the Midea warranty cover?+

Cover on the listed air fryer is a 1 year warranty, and that is the whole of the protection stated for the range. A spare parts shop is available, so replacement parts can be bought, but the short main term puts extended protection or self repair cost into the budget.

What do Midea appliances cost to run?+

Running costs sit with filters and the water cartridge. Purifier media is hepa h13 and uv, the water system is under sink and that unit needs installation. Cartridge life is listed as 3,600 litres, while the site median filter cost across purifiers is €80.67 a year, which is the figure to set aside each year.

Do I need a hub for Midea smart home devices?+

No hub is required, and a mobile app handles control. The listed ecosystems are alexa, google and matter, and protocols include matter, so Alexa and Google homes are covered without bridge hardware. Because the smart home devices are not Matter certified, anyone running a strict Matter only setup should still check each model.

How strong are the Midea robot vacuums?+

Suction on the top robotic vacuum is 16,200 Pa, above the 15,000 Pa median for robots on the site. Mopping is spinning, obstacle avoidance is camera AI, lidar is fitted, a self empty dock is included, and one model runs 180 minutes on a charge.

Where are Midea appliances sold?+

The listed market is US, so the prices and models here apply to the US. Reference models span a room air conditioner, a French Door Refrigerator and a robotic vacuum cleaner. Dehumidifier extraction is listed at 23.66 litres a day with room coverage of 418.06 m².

What are Midea air purifiers like?+

The listed filter set is hepa h13 and uv, and the quietest setting runs at 22 dB, which suits bedrooms and night use. The HEPA part of that set is common across 84.2% of purifiers on the site, while the UV stage sits at 30.3%, which is rarer and worth checking for replacements.

How do I get help from Midea?+

Support runs on chat, phone and help centre, so a call, a live chat and a help centre are all available. The company has traded since 1968, which makes it an established maker rather than a recent smart home entrant, and the reference lines span air conditioning, refrigeration and cleaning.

Sources

Compiled from 15 source pages, checked September 30, 2026. We did not open an account.

Not confirmed yet: Capacity, Dimensions.

Midea

Households buying a full set of large appliances from the same maker.

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