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Roborock Saros 20 Flow Launches in the U.S. After IFA 2026 Preview

Roborock Saros 20 Flow Robot Vacuum and Mop Launch

Roborock has officially launched the Saros 20 Flow in the United States, following its preview at IFA 2026 in Berlin. The new flagship robot vacuum and mop starts selling today with a self-cleaning roller mop system, 36,000 Pa of claimed suction, upgraded obstacle avoidance, and Roborock’s latest all-in-one dock.

Best Shark Cordless Vacuums

Numerous Shark Cordless Vacuums Tested at Vacuum Wars

We independently tested Shark cordless vacuums to find the best models for different homes, comparing cleaning performance, DuoClean rollers, anti-tangle brushrolls, smart sensors, sealed HEPA filtration, and everyday usability.

After a Century of Direct Sales, Kirby Expands Into Retail and E-Commerce

Illustration of a desktop computer with a cordless vacuum displayed on the screen, keyboard and mouse below, on a light purple background.

Kirby is expanding beyond its century-old direct-sales model with the new Signature Series, bringing its vacuums to retail, e-commerce, and direct-to-consumer channels. The shift marks a significant change for the brand while Kirby continues to support its traditional in-home demonstration business through Authorized Distributors.

Dreame Unveils Aqua20 Steam Robot Vacuum at IFA 2026

Robotic vacuum cleaner on display at a trade show, labeled Aqua20 Pro Ultra Roller X Complete behind a brushed metal panel.

At IFA 2026 in Berlin, we got our first look at Dreame’s latest push into heat-powered robotic floor care. The Dreame Aqua20 Pro Ultra Roller X Complete is the company’s first robot vacuum to combine steam pretreatment with a roller mop.

iRobot Roomba Duo Concept Uses Two Robots to Clean One Home

iRobot Roomba Duo at IFA 2026

At IFA 2026 in Berlin, we saw one of iRobot’s most unusual floor-care ideas yet. The Roomba Duo is a two-robot concept that pairs a large vacuum-and-floor-washing unit with a much smaller companion robot. The main robot is designed for open areas and heavier wet-dry cleaning. When it reaches a space it cannot enter, a top-mounted mechanical arm can lower the compact robot to the floor so it can clean beneath furniture and through narrow gaps.

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