The latest vacuum and floorcare industry and product news from Vacuum Wars!
Welcome to our IFA 2025 coverage from Berlin, Germany — one of the world’s largest technology trade shows. This year’s announcements were packed with innovation in robot vacuums, vacuum mop combos, and cordless vacuums. Here are the biggest highlights from the floor.
Xiaomi has unveiled its latest cordless stick vacuum, the Vacuum Cleaner P30, which the company is positioning as one of its slimmest and lightest models to date. Compact and Lightweight Design Xiaomi has stated the the main unit of the vacuum is just 860 grams (about 1.9 lbs) with the
Kenmore has announced the release of two new cordless stick vacuums in its 200 Series: the Kenmore DS2000 and the Kenmore DS2010. Both models are designed for lightweight convenience, versatility, and compact storage, bringing additional options to households seeking affordable cordless cleaning solutions.
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SwitchBot has expanded its robot vacuum lineup with two new models: the Floor Cleaning Robot S20 and the compact K11+. Both devices support Matter 1.4, bringing cross-platform smart home integration alongside upgraded cleaning performance.
Shark has released the Shark StainForce, a small handheld cordless carpet and upholstery stain remover. Rechargeable and designed for quick grab-and-go use, it is built to handle spots, spills, and set-in stains without the need for traditional water tanks.
BLACK+DECKER has introduced new additions to its dustbuster® reveal™ handheld vacuum series, now featuring an onboard LED light and a pet-focused model. Lightweight, cordless, and built for everyday messes, the updated line adds convenience for quick cleanups at home or in the car.
At its Berlin event, Dyson introduced 11 new products spanning vacuums, robotics, and purification. Highlights include the ultra-slim PencilVac™, the V16 Piston Animal with compressed dust storage and wet cleaning, the AI-powered Spot+Scrub robot vacuum, and the HushJet Purifier Compact. These launches signal Dyson’s push toward compact designs, hygienic systems, and smarter cleaning technology.
At IFA 2025 in Berlin, Eufy, Dreame, and MOVA demonstrated stair-climbing modules for robot vacuums. These concepts aim to solve the long-standing challenge of multi-floor coverage by transporting vacuums between levels without adding bulk. While not yet available to purchase, the demos offered an exciting look at what could be next for home cleaning technology.
Eufy unveiled two bold innovations at IFA 2025: the MarsWalker, a stair-climbing platform for robot vacuums, and the RoboVac Omni S2, its new $1,599 flagship vacuum and mop combo.
