The latest vacuum and floorcare industry and product news from Vacuum Wars!
German manufacturer Sebo has announced the upcoming release of its first cordless stick vacuum, the Balance A1 series, in the UK. While detailed specifications are currently more readily available on the company’s German website, this initial UK availability represents a notable expansion of Sebo’s product line.
Apple has quietly updated its Home app webpage to reflect a delay in its highly anticipated robot vacuum control feature. Originally expected by late 2024, the feature is now slated for release in early 2025. First reported by MacRumors, the update was made in early November, with Apple revising a footnote on the Home app webpage to reflect the new timeline.
Ecovacs has introduced the Deebot X5 Pro Omni, the latest addition to its robotic vacuum lineup. This release incorporates a range of features aimed at improving cleaning performance, navigation, and user convenience. The new model includes an upgraded suction power of 12,800Pa, surpassing other Ecovacs models such as the X2 and T30, and offers several innovations for both vacuuming and mopping.
Shark has released its latest floor care device, the Shark HydroDuo cordless hard floor cleaner. Designed for both wet and dry cleaning, the HydroDuo allows users to mop and scrub floors simultaneously or simply vacuum dry debris without the need for water.
The Dyson Digital Slim Cordless Stick Vacuum offers a balance of power and lightweight design, weighing in at 4.4 pounds. Engineered to be 33% lighter than the Dyson V11 model, this vacuum aims to provide efficient cleaning without the heft.
Dirt Devil has introduced the DogWalker, a cordless handheld vacuum designed to simplify the process of picking up after dogs. Aimed at providing a hygienic and convenient solution, the DogWalker allows pet owners to clean up waste without direct contact.
Eureka has released its newest flagship robot vacuum and mop combo, the J15 Pro Ultra, now available on Amazon. First previewed at IFA 2024 in Berlin, the device introduces several advanced features aimed at enhancing automated home cleaning. New Base Station Automation A standout feature of the J15 Pro Ultra
A new entrant in the robot vacuum market, the Dreame X40 Master, has been released, offering an automatic water management system that handles both refilling and draining without user intervention. This system is integrated into an ultra-compact 11-inch design intended to blend seamlessly into modern living spaces. Automatic Water Management
Roborock has launched its latest robot vacuum cleaner, the Roborock Qrevo Slim, now available for purchase in the United States on Amazon. Initially announced earlier this year at the IFA trade show in Europe, this highly anticipated release is distinguished by its compact design, advanced mopping features, and multifunctional docking
iRobot has announced the availability of two new additions to its Essential series in North America: the Roomba Combo 2 Essential and the Roomba Vac 2 Essential robots. Of the Essentials lineup, these new models offer twice the vacuuming power of their predecessors and are the first to feature an AutoEmpty dock, enabling automatic dustbin emptying after cleaning sessions.
