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What is Matter and What Does It Mean for Robot Vacuums?

The landscape for robot vacuum owners is more exciting and complex than ever. On one side, the Matter protocol promises to unify different brands and simplify interoperability, while major platforms such as Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Home continue expanding their AI capabilities. Roborock made a splash when they

Robot Vacuum Market Trends: Are Traditional Vacuums Falling Behind?

As consumer demands shift toward convenience and automation, robot vacuums are rapidly challenging the long-held dominance of uprights, canisters, and other traditional vacuum cleaners. In this in-depth article, Vacuum Wars explores how robotic vacuum adoption has surged in recent years, propelled by technological breakthroughs, changing consumer behavior, and the expanding

Roborock Robot Vacuums 2026: Full Comparison Guide

Roborock Robot Vacuum Buyers Guide 2026

Roborock’s robot vacuum lineup can be overwhelming, but this guide breaks it down—comparing the Q, S, Qrevo, and Saros series to help you choose the right model for your budget and cleaning needs. We simplify key differences and include full spec tables and review links for deeper insights.

Ecovacs Demos Robot/Stick Vacuum Hybrid at CES 2025

Deebot X5 Hybrid Coming soon

Ecovacs quietly showcased a new robot vacuum concept at CES 2025: the Deebot X5 Hybrid. This model combines a traditional robot vacuum with a removable stick attachment, enabling users to switch from autonomous cleaning to manual control. It may simplify tasks such as spot-cleaning or expediting floor care. At last

Dreame Enters the Robot Vacuum ‘Arms’ Race at CES 2025

Dreame Robotic Hand Display

Dreame publicly announced its development of a robotic hand attachment for the first time at CES 2025. Dreame claims its robotic arm will be able handle a load of up to 400 grams, positioning the company as a competitor in a growing landscape of multitasking vacuum robots which are emerging in 2025. The robotic hand attachment extends up to 30 centimeters. Dreame’s version is in late-stage development, although it still has some things to work out before it will be ready for production, and we do not know yet what model it will appear o

Narwal Shows Off Latest Robot Vacuum Lineup at CES 2025

Narwal Robot Vacuums at CES 2025

Narwal has unveiled their upcoming products at CES 2025, showcasing advancements in smart cleaning technology. The all-new Flow Series introduces a rolling pad mopping system, marking a significant addition for Narwal. Additionally, the latest Freo Series models build on the popularity of their predecessors with enhanced intelligent features and advanced automation. Rounding out the announcements is a versatile upright vacuum/mop combo, designed for efficient multi-surface cleaning.

SwitchBot Reveals K20+ Pro, the Multitasking Robot, and S20 Pro

SwitchBot's CES 2025 announcement display

SwitchBot has unveiled two new robot models at CES 2025—the K20+ Pro and the S20 Pro. According to SwitchBot, the K20+ Pro aims to function not only as a traditional robot vacuum but also as a mobile home assistant capable of delivering items, purifying air, and monitoring security. The company labels it “multitasking,” citing its ability to integrate with other products in the SwitchBot ecosystem.

Dreame Announces X50 Ultra Featuring Breakthrough Threshold Handling

Dreame X50 Ultra with ProLeap technology

Dreame has officially unveiled its latest robot vacuum cleaner at CES 2025—the Dreame X50 Ultra. Featuring advancements over its predecessor, the Dreame X40 Ultra, this new model’s main innovation lies in its ability to tackle unprecedented threshold heights, progressing the robot vacuum industry even further towards autonomy in robot vacuums.

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Amanda Cartwright is a staff writer at Vacuum Wars, where she reports on the latest trends and innovations in robot vacuum technology and the broader home automation industry. She uses her background in writing and education along with her fascination for technology to keep our readers up to date on emerging products and the rapidly evolving world of robot vacuums.

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