The latest vacuum and floorcare industry and product news from Vacuum Wars!
Dreame Technology has been named a CES Innovation Awards 2026 Honoree for three products, including the Aqua10 Ultra Roller robot vacuum and the H15 Pro Heat wet/dry vacuum. With more than 3,600 submissions, this year’s program marks one of the most competitive cycles in the event’s history.
Eureka has added a new model to its FlexReach upright lineup: the FlexReach Plus NEU652, a bagless, corded upright designed for households looking for practical features at a reasonable price. It’s similar to the earlier FlexReach but includes a few updates not always found at this level, such as floor-type sensing, a sealed HEPA system, and an anti-tangle brush roll.
Narwal has updated its timeline for Matter support on the Flow robot vacuum, shifting availability from late 2025 to sometime in 2026. While the robot’s cleaning performance remains the same, smart home integration through Matter is still in progress as Narwal finalizes firmware and certification.
Soniclean has released the new STV-3 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner with Auto-Empty Base Station — the brand’s first cordless model to feature a self-emptying dock. The STV-3 is designed to offer strong suction power, advanced H13 HEPA filtration, and added convenience for everyday cleaning.
Kenmore has a new addition to its Litening™ cordless upright vacuum line. The latest model features an integrated 24V lithium-ion battery, HEPA filtration, and Lift-Up® technology—bringing full-sized cleaning power and pet-friendly performance to a cordless design.
Smoture has released its newest cordless stick vacuum, the VAC03, now available on Amazon. The VAC03 joins the company’s expanding lineup of cordless vacuums and introduces a more powerful 650W brushless motor, an upgrade from the 600W motor found in previous models.
Regular robot vacuum maintenance keeps performance strong and your robot running longer. Learn when to clean filters, brushes, sensors, and mop pads—and how often to replace each part—for peak performance from brands like Roborock, Ecovacs, Shark, and Dreame.
Neato Robotics has confirmed it will phase out its cloud services, ending app connectivity for all Neato robot vacuums. The company cites evolving cybersecurity and privacy regulations as the reason behind the move. Here’s what the shutdown means for owners, which features will stop working, and how to keep your robot running manually as the phase-out begins.
The U.K.-based manufacturer Henry (part of Numatic International Ltd.) has initiated a voluntary safety recall of its HEC.100 Henry Quick Corded vacuum model following a risk of electric shock. The company has emphasized that customer safety is its highest priority and is offering a free replacement for all affected vacuums purchased between certain dates.
DJI’s Romo Series, the company’s first robot vacuum lineup, has begun rolling out in Europe. The series brings DJI’s robotics and vision expertise to home cleaning with advanced obstacle sensing, strong suction, and dual robotic arms for edge cleaning. While a U.S. release remains unconfirmed, DJI’s expansion into the smart home market signals growing competition among premium robot vacuum brands.
