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IFA 2025: Stair-Climbing Robot Vacuums, Innovations and Big Reveals

Wide view of the IFA 2025 exhibition floor in Berlin with a large “IFA 2025” banner and Bissell booth in the foreground.

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.

Ecovacs Unveils Deebot X11 OmniCyclone at IFA 2025 in Berlin

Ecovacs Unveils Deebot X11 OmniCyclone Robot Vacuum at IFA 2025

Ecovacs has officially unveiled the Deebot X11 OmniCyclone at IFA 2025 in Berlin. The new flagship robot vacuum and mop puts its biggest spotlight on two innovations: a bagless dust collection system and a next-generation charging technology that allows the robot to partially recharge while in use.

IFA 2025 Preview: Robot Vacuums and Smart Cleaning Tech to Watch in Berlin

IFA 2025 Belgium front entry

IFA 2025 is set to showcase the future of floorcare and home cleaning technology in Berlin, September 5–9, 2025. Major brands including Dreame, Ecovacs, Roborock, Samsung, and Miele will debut their latest robot vacuums, cordless systems, and AI-powered cleaning solutions. The event also highlights niche innovators like Narwal, Tineco, and Hizero, giving a first look at next-generation robotic, cordless, and hybrid cleaning devices.

Ecovacs X9 Pro Omni Robot Vacuum Problems (and Fixes)

Ecovacs X9 Pro Omni robot vacuum inside its black docking station with large blue “Ecovacs X9 Pro Omni” text overlay.

Up until just a few days ago, the Ecovacs X9 Pro Omni held the top spot on the Vacuum Wars Top 20 Robot Vacuum list. After weeks of extended use and additional research into user reports from Amazon, Reddit, and forums, we’ve uncovered recurring issues worth noting. While this report focuses on the X9 Pro Omni, many of the findings also apply to the Ecovacs T80 and, to some extent, the T50 series, which share similar hardware and software.

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Amanda Cartwright is a staff writer at Vacuum Wars, where she reports on the latest trends and innovations in robot vacuum technology and the broader home automation industry. She uses her background in writing and education along with her fascination for technology to keep our readers up to date on emerging products and the rapidly evolving world of robot vacuums.

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