Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
Thor vs Xiaomi
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Thor |  Xiaomi |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | DW24X8BA00-BRZ, RF3621CTD00-BRZ, TRG3601 | Xiaomi Robot Vacuum H40, Xiaomi TruClean W30 Pro, Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X20 Max |
| Price from | $70 | RON 1,954 |
| Capacity | 20.3 cu ft | 9kg / 502L |
| Dimensions | 91.4 x 76.5 x 177.8 cm | 85.2 x 60 x 191.2 |
| Installation offered | No | YesHas it |
| Markets | US, CA | RO |
| Annual energy use (kWh) | 220 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Warranty (2 years).
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Key differences
- Thor scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.1.
- Installation offered: only Xiaomi.
- Support channels: only Xiaomi offers Email, Chat.
- Thor is available in 1 more country.
- Products: only Thor offers Cooker, Hob, Oven.
- Products: only Xiaomi offers Robot vacuum, Stick, Wet dry.
- Markets: only Thor offers US, CA.
- Markets: only Xiaomi offers RO.
Our verdict on each
Thor
Thor suits buyers in the US and Canada who want a full kitchen range at a low entry price. It ranks 3 of 32 brands on price from, backed by a 2 year warranty and a lineup that covers cooker, hob and oven.
Xiaomi
Xiaomi suits Romanian households that want a single brand account across floor care, air and kitchen kit, and the flagship robot adds a self-empty dock with a 10 mm mop lift. Robot specs sit mid-pack rather than at the very top, and support runs on email, chat and phone.
Score breakdown
| Area | Thor | Xiaomi |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.9HigherEntry price sits at $70 and ranks 3 of 32 brands, with 2 years of cover. | 9.2Prices run RON 1,954 to RON 2,339, and the cost score of 9.2 reflects broad coverage rather than a low entry point. |
| Offer | 8.6Range covers cooker, hob and oven, DW24X8BA00-BRZ, RF3621CTD00-BRZ, TRG3601 and support through phone and help centre. | 9.2HigherLidar, a self-empty dock and a 10 mm mop lift sit together on the flagship robot, which the offer score of 9.2 reflects. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 8.8Warranty of 2 years plus a 14 day return window sit behind a trust score of 8.8. |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Thor | Xiaomi |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | China |
Additional countries for Thor: 2. Additional countries for Xiaomi: 1.
Where these facts come from
Thor
- thorkitchen.com: 11 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Xiaomi
- mi.com: 12 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Thor | Xiaomi |
|---|---|---|
| Home appliance brands | 7 of 136 | 9 of 136 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Thor | Xiaomi |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Cooker, Hob, Oven, Fridge, Dishwasher | Robot vacuum, Stick, Wet dry, Handheld |
| Legal entity | THOR Kitchen, Inc. | Xiaomi Technology Netherlands B.V. |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | China |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2010 |
| Support channels | Phone, Help centre | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centreCovers more |
Home security
| Fact | Thor | Xiaomi |
|---|---|---|
| Professional monitoring | Not confirmed | No |
| Local storage | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Diy |
| Money-back period | Not confirmed | 14 days |
| End-to-end encryption | Not confirmed | No |
| Free features | Not confirmed | 7-day video history for 3 months via app |
| Top resolution | Not confirmed | 4k |
| Power source | Not confirmed | Wired |
| Ecosystems | Not confirmed | Alexa, Google |
| Recording retention | Not confirmed | 7 days |
| Installation required | Not confirmed | No |
Coffee machines
| Fact | Thor | Xiaomi |
|---|---|---|
| Machine types | Not confirmed | Espresso |
| Flagship price | Not confirmed | RON 2,339 |
| Pump pressure (bar) | Not confirmed | 20 |
| Built-in grinder | Not confirmed | No |
| Milk system | Not confirmed | Steam wand |
| Pod system | Not confirmed | None |
| Capacity (l) | Not confirmed | 5.5 |
| Power (W) | Not confirmed | 1,600 |
| Spare parts shop | Not confirmed | Yes |
Air treatment
| Fact | Thor | Xiaomi |
|---|---|---|
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | Not confirmed | 230 to 500 |
| Room size (m²) | Not confirmed | 48 to 104 |
| Filter types | Not confirmed | Hepa h13, Carbon |
| Filter change interval | Not confirmed | 6 to 12 months |
| Quietest noise level (dB) | Not confirmed | 20 |
| Power use (W) | Not confirmed | 27 to 50 |
Kitchen appliances
| Fact | Thor | Xiaomi |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking programmes | Not confirmed | 12 |
| Dishwasher-safe parts | Not confirmed | No |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Thor | Xiaomi | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual energy use (kWh) | 220above the median | Not confirmed | 132 |
| Warranty | 2 yearsat the median | 2 yearsat the median | 2 years |
Median across 40 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Thor
Pros
- Price from $70 ranks 3 of 32 brands in the comparison.
- A 2 year warranty places it 3 of 30 brands on cover length.
- The range spans cooker, hob and oven so a full kitchen can come from one maker.
Cons
- Installation offered is no, so hookup has to be arranged separately.
- A dishwasher in the range draws 220 kWh a year, which ranks 5 of 6 brands.
- The range covers cooker, hob and oven only, so laundry buyers must look at Hoover, whose types include a washing-machine.
Xiaomi
Pros
- The flagship robot pairs a self-empty dock with a 10 mm mop lift, so carpets are handled without swapping tools.
- Lidar navigation on the flagship robot, in line with 94.7% of tracked robot vacuum brands.
- Support runs on email, chat and phone, so help is not limited to email when something goes wrong.
Cons
- Mop lift of 10 mm places Xiaomi 10 of 12 on that measure, the lowest of its tracked rankings.
- Peak suction of 10,000 Pa sits under the category median of 15,000 Pa and ranks 30 of 46.
- The flagship RON 2,339 ranks 34 of 66 on price, so the top of the range is not the cheap option.
Who each suits
Thor
Who it suits
- Homeowners replacing several kitchen appliances at once who want one maker across cooking, cold and cleaning.
- Renters and first-time buyers in US and CA watching the entry price rather than the flagship model.
- Shoppers who read the spec sheet closely, since the DW24X8BA00-BRZ, RF3621CTD00-BRZ, TRG3601 models list capacity and dimensions clearly.
Who should look elsewhere
- Laundry buyers, who should weigh Hoover, whose types add a washing-machine and a dryer.
- Shoppers outside US and CA who need a brand sold closer to home.
- Anyone who expects installation to be included, since installation offered is no.
Xiaomi
Who it suits
- Households that want a single maker across robots, sticks, wet-dry and handheld cleaners, since robot vacuum, stick and wet dry covers the full set.
- Owners of flats with tight furniture clearance: the flagship robot stands 9.7 cm tall and keeps a 4,000 ml bin.
- Buyers who want phone and chat help, since support runs on email, chat and phone rather than email alone.
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers who want an upright in the same basket: Daewoo Electricals and Ewbank both list uprights, which robot vacuum, stick and wet dry does not cover.
- Buyers who prefer a dedicated floor-care maker: Philips keeps a shorter list at robot vacuum and wet dry, while Xiaomi spreads across robot vacuum, stick and wet dry.
- Anyone budgeting tightly at the top of the range: the flagship RON 2,339 ranks 34 of 66, so entry models from Ewbank or Daewoo Electricals deserve a look instead.
Country by country
| Country | Thor | Xiaomi |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | Yes | No |
| Romania | No | Yes |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Thor
How much does Thor cost to get started?+
Entry pricing starts at $70 in the sale collection, and that figure places Thor 3 of 32 brands on price from. Flagship kitchen pieces cost more than the entry point, so budget by category rather than by the headline number.
What does the warranty cover?+
Thor offers 2 years of warranty, which puts it 3 of 30 brands in the comparison. That is a mid-market term: long enough to cover early faults, shorter than the extended cover some rivals push.
Xiaomi
How much do I pay at the entry and the top end?+
The Romanian store lists products from RON 1,954, with the flagship priced at RON 2,339. Budget for the machine itself rather than a plan that renews, and check the return policy, which allows 14 days, before a large order.
Does the robot empty its own bin?+
Yes. The flagship robot pairs a self-empty dock with an onboard bin of 4,000 ml that empties after a run. Mopping runs from a pad, and that pad lifts 10 mm when the machine reaches a carpet.
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