In China, it's official: DJI unveils its robotic vacuum cleaner equipped with mechanical arms!
The long-awaited DJI Romo robot vacuum-mop has officially launched in China, marking DJI's entry into the robot vacuum market. The device, available in three versions - Romo S, Romo A, and Romo P - boasts a range of advanced features and strong suction power, setting it apart in the premium price segment.
Features and Specifications (Common across S, A, and P models)
The DJI Romo robot vacuum-mop comes equipped with a 25,000 Pa suction power, making it powerful enough for effective vacuuming. Its navigation system, a DJI-developed combination of binocular fisheye cameras and three wide-angle laser radars (LiDAR), allows it to detect very thin obstacles like cables (2 mm) and work in low light or under furniture.
The device features a double anti-tangle roller for hair and wool, two flexible side brushes for edges and corners, and a 260 ml dust container and a 164 ml water tank for dust and water capacity. It offers four modes, including vacuum+mop, vacuum only, mop only, and sequential vacuum then mop.
Other key features include AI-based map creation stored locally for privacy, voice assistant support, intelligent carpet recognition with mode switching, and video surveillance capability via cameras. The DJI Romo's noise reduction system reduces suction and blade noise by up to 80%, making it very quiet.
Differences by Model
| Model | Price (USD) | Design & Features | |-------|-------------|------------------------------------------| | Romo S | $650 | Basic version; white casing | | Romo A | $752 | White vacuum with translucent base station; advanced navigation functions | | Romo P | $947 | Fully transparent cover; includes docking station, UV sterilized dust bags, deodorizing wastewater system, and separate tanks for disinfectant solutions |
Comparison to Other Robot Vacuums with Retractable Limbs
While the DJI Romo does not explicitly mention retractable limbs, its advanced navigation and cleaning technologies set it apart in precision and adaptability. Competitors like the Dreame L series employ specialized mechanical features such as dual rotary mopheads, mop lifting up to 10.5 mm, and mop extension/swinging technologies for edge cleaning and under-furniture reach.
The Romo sits in a premium price segment ($650-$950) near high-end competitors like the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra ($1,000), offering comparable suction power and advanced navigation but focusing more on quietness and smart home integration. Its built-in video surveillance feature and AI mapping stored locally for privacy are distinctive compared to many existing robot vacuums.
Summary
The DJI Romo’s strengths lie in its strong suction, advanced multi-sensor navigation, quiet operation, and smart home features. The P version adds premium sanitation features (UV sterilization, deodorization). It competes well in price and tech against premium models like Roborock and Dreame, though it doesn't highlight mechanical retractable limbs, instead emphasizing AI-driven navigation and cleaning efficacy.
Available in China now, a global launch is expected later in 2025. The DJI Romo is a leading contender for users valuing quiet operation, AI-powered navigation, and smart home integration, while other robot vacuums with retractable mechanical limbs might excel in physical mop adaptability and scrubbing power.
The DJI Romo robot vacuum-mop, with its launch in China, marks its entry into the market of smart-home devices that utilize advanced technology, such as gadgets. Featuring a powerful 25,000 Pa suction power and an innovative navigation system, it stands out in the premium price segment boasting gadgets like binocular fisheye cameras and laser radars for precise navigation.
Moreover, the device offers various cleaning modes andespecial gadgets such as AI-based map creation, voice assistant support, intelligent carpet recognition, and video surveillance capabilities, making it a top choice among smart-home technologies.
