The latest vacuum and floorcare industry and product news from Vacuum Wars!
In 2025, iRobot quietly made a pivotal operational shift—transitioning from in-house production in the U.S. to relying primarily on Shenzhen-based Picea Robotics as its main contract manufacturer. This marks a significant departure from the company’s previous manufacturing model.
iRobot has launched its most advanced 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop: the Roomba® Max 705 Combo Robot + AutoWash™ Dock. This premium model features 175x more suction power, AI-powered obstacle avoidance, and a first-of-its-kind carpet-protecting mop cover. Paired with the AutoWash Dock for self-emptying, heated mop washing, and auto-refilling, it delivers a fully hands-free cleaning experience for busy homes.
Dreame’s mid-2025 event introduced a wide range of robot vacuums, cordless cleaners, and personal-care devices. Vacuum Wars attended the launch, and here are our key take-aways and what you need to know.
Shark has released two new cordless vacuums—PowerPro Flex Reveal Plus and PowerPro Flex Pet Plus—both featuring bendable wands and upgraded filtration. This post outlines what’s new, what sets the models apart, and how they expand the PowerPro lineup.
Kenmore has added a new upright model to its lineup with the B200 Series Bagged Upright Vacuum. The B200 appears positioned as a general-purpose home vacuum, with features that align with entry-level to midrange upright models.
Shop-Vac has introduced a compact 3-in-1 cordless spot cleaner that sprays, scrubs, and extracts. Designed for upholstery and small messes, it adds a new portable option to the market.
Shark has introduced a new cordless vacuum to its lineup: the Shark PowerPro Reveal Plus. This latest model aims to combine strong suction performance with advanced sensing technologies, all in a lightweight, user-friendly format.
DEWALT has introduced the DXV212P, a 12-gallon wet/dry vacuum featuring a detachable high-speed blower. Designed for workshop and jobsite cleanup as well as light yard work, it combines powerful suction and blower capability in one unit—eliminating the need for separate tools.
Introduction Wet/dry vacuum mop combos – exemplified by models like the Bissell CrossWave and Tineco Floor One/iFloor series – vacuum and mop simultaneously. These machines typically come with proprietary cleaning solutions that manufacturers recommend for optimal performance. However, many budget-conscious users consider using homemade or third-party cleaners instead. This report
We’re excited to announce the launch of a brand-new tool from Vacuum Wars—a powerful way to sort through robot vacuum specs, features, and test data to help you find the best robot vacuum for your specific needs. It’s called RobotVacs.com, and it’s live now!
