Xiaomi H501 vs H501 SE: Which Hair Dryer Should You Choose?
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The Xiaomi Mijia H501 and H501 SE look almost identical and share the same headline drying specifications. For most shoppers, the choice is not about raw airflow: it comes down to whether you want the H501's styling nozzle and wider colour selection, or prefer the lower-priced H501 SE.
Quick verdict
- Choose the H501 if you want a styling nozzle in the listed package or prefer Warm White, Forest Green or Purple.
- Choose the H501 SE if you want the same listed motor speed, airflow, power and eight setting combinations at a lower current price, and you do not need a separate nozzle in the box.
- For either model, check the Chinese-market plug format before ordering. Both DG Gadget listings specify 220V, 50Hz, and neither lists a plug adapter as included.
H501 vs H501 SE comparison
| Feature | Mijia H501 | Mijia H501 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Rated power | 1600W | 1600W |
| Motor speed | Up to 110,000rpm | Up to 110,000rpm |
| Airflow | Up to 62m/s* | Up to 62m/s* |
| Settings | 8 temperature/speed combinations | 8 temperature/speed combinations |
| Colours currently listed | Warm White, Forest Green, Purple | White, Blue |
| Listed package contents | Dryer, styling nozzle, manual | Dryer, manual |
| Price checked 22 October 2026 | AED 185 | AED 159 |
*Manufacturer-rated maximum under test conditions. Real drying results vary with hair length, density, moisture and the selected mode. Prices and availability can change; check the linked product pages for the latest information.
What is the same?
Both current DG Gadget listings specify a 1600W motor, 220V/50Hz input, motor speed up to 110,000rpm, airflow up to 62m/s and eight combinations of temperature and airflow. Both also list negative-ion hair care and temperature regulation.
Xiaomi's official page for the related High-speed Ionic Hair Dryer explains the eight modes as two airflow speeds combined with four temperature levels. It also states that the temperature is checked 100 times per second and that the negative-ion generator is intended to reduce static and frizz. These are manufacturer claims rather than a promise that every hair type will dry or finish identically. You can review Xiaomi's official performance information.
The biggest difference: the nozzle
The Xiaomi Mijia H501 package checked for this guide lists a styling nozzle with the dryer and manual. A nozzle can help concentrate airflow when you want more directional drying or use a brush for styling.
The Xiaomi Mijia H501 SE package lists the dryer and manual, but does not list a separate nozzle. Do not assume that a nozzle shown with another regional version or a similar model will be included.
Is the H501 worth the extra AED 26?
At the prices verified on 22 October 2026, the H501 costs AED 185 and the H501 SE costs AED 159—a difference of AED 26. The H501 is the more complete choice if you will use the included styling nozzle or want one of its three listed colours.
If you normally dry without a nozzle and are happy with White or Blue, the H501 SE offers the same core specifications stated on the two product pages for less. Paying more should not be interpreted as a claim that the H501 has a faster listed motor or higher listed airflow; those figures are the same.
What UAE shoppers should check before buying
These DG Gadget listings are for Chinese-market 220V, 50Hz versions. That makes the plug and package format especially important: a UAE plug adapter is not listed as included. Confirm the plug arrangement before ordering, and do not use a loose or inadequately rated adapter with a 1600W appliance.
Also choose your colour before checkout. H501 currently offers Warm White, Forest Green and Purple, while H501 SE currently offers White and Blue. Colour availability can change even when the model remains in stock.
Simple care and safer use
- Keep the air inlet clear. Xiaomi advises keeping hair at least 10cm from the inlet while the dryer is operating.
- Keep hair at least 3cm from the outlet and avoid touching or removing the nozzle while it is hot.
- If airflow is blocked and the dryer stops for overheat protection, switch it off, unplug it and let it cool before checking the vents.
- Clean dust from the inlet and outlet with a dry, soft tool or cloth. Xiaomi says not to rinse the airflow filter or heat-dissipation vent with water.
See Xiaomi's official use precautions and cleaning guidance for more detail.
Bottom line
Choose the H501 for the listed styling nozzle and broader colour range. Choose the H501 SE if you want the same stated 1600W power, 110,000rpm motor, 62m/s maximum airflow and eight setting combinations at the lower current price. Whichever model you choose, verify the plug format and package contents before checkout.