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SwitchBot Expands Robot Vacuum Lineup with Floor Cleaning Robot S20 and Compact K11+

SwitchBot has announced two new additions to its robot cleaning lineup: the SwitchBot Floor Cleaning Robot S20 and the Robot Vacuum K11+, both equipped with Matter 1.4 integration. The update allows for direct section cleaning control in Apple Home, expanding cross-platform compatibility for smart home users.

SwitchBot Floor Cleaning Robot S20

SwitchBot S20 Robot Vacuum and Mop

SwitchBot Floor Cleaning Robot S20

$399.99

Price as of August 24, 2026

The Floor Cleaning Robot S20 was first previewed at CES 2025. It builds on its predecessor, the S10, with upgraded cleaning technology and automation. Key features include the following.

  • RinseSyncâ„¢ roller mop system, which continuously scrubs and rinses the mop during cleaning.
  • 10,000Pa suction power paired with AI-powered obstacle avoidance.
  • An anti-tangle rubber brush and a V-shaped side brush, designed to reduce hair tangles.
  • MultiClean Base Station, available in two versions:
    • Tank edition with a 2.7L clean water tank and 2.5L wastewater tank.
    • Auto-fill & drain edition that connects to household plumbing for automatic water refills and drainage.

The base station also empties dust for up to 90 days and dries the mop with heated air to prevent odor and bacterial growth. In addition, the S20 can automatically refill the company’s Evaporative Humidifier, creating further links within the SwitchBot ecosystem.

SwitchBot S20 base station with dust collection and heated mop drying system.
The SwitchBot S20’s base station holds dust for up to 90 days, dries the mop with heated air, and can refill the SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier. Source: Amazon

SwitchBot Robot Vacuum K11+

SwitchBot K11+ Robot Vacuum and Mop

SwitchBot K11+

$199.49 $239.99

Price as of August 24, 2026

Alongside the S20, SwitchBot introduced the K11+, a compact robot vacuum designed for smaller homes and apartments. Measuring 24.8 cm in diameter and 9.2 cm in height, the K11+ is among the smallest robot vacuums currently available.

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Despite its size, the SwitchBot K11+ Robot Vacuum and Mop combo offers the following.

  • 6,000Pa suction power.
  • A 4L antibacterial dust bag in its mini base station, capable of holding up to 90 days of debris.
  • 360° LiDAR navigation with PSD sensors for room mapping and obstacle avoidance.
  • Quiet operation, running at noise levels as low as 45dB in Quiet Mode.
SwitchBot Compact K11+ robot vacuum designed for quiet cleaning with low noise levels.
The Compact K11+ operates at just 45dB in Quiet Mode, allowing cleaning cycles without disturbing daily activities or sleep. Source: Amazon

Matter 1.4 Compatibility

Both the SwitchBot S20 and K11+ arrive with full Matter 1.4 support, extending their usability across multiple smart home platforms. This includes direct integration with Apple Home, where users can take advantage of section cleaning controls without relying on third-party apps. By aligning with the latest Matter standard, SwitchBot positions both models for smoother interoperability with other connected devices, making them easier to adopt in diverse smart home ecosystems.

SwitchBot Floor Cleaning Robot S20 and Robot Vacuum Compact K11+ with Matter 1.4 compatibility for Apple Home section cleaning.
Both the SwitchBot S20 and K11+ support Matter 1.4, enabling section cleaning in Apple Home and seamless integration with smart home platforms. Source: Amazon

Market Position

With these two releases, SwitchBot is targeting different household needs. The S20 is aimed at families seeking high-capacity, fully automated cleaning, while the K11+ provides a smaller, more space-efficient option for urban environments.

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Source: SwitchBot press release, September 15, 2025.

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