ECOVACS ROBOTICS Leading The Way With New Flagship And Best-In-Class Mopping and Vacuuming Robots For Every Home

New AI and machine learning, unprecedented suction, re-designed auto-empty station and other industry first cleaning technology headline new range to meet the diverse needs of Australian homes

New research shows 89% of Australians are open to home robotics, with interest in AI-enabled technology growing and 59% hoping to purchase a robotic vacuum in the near future

Sydney Australia - August 15, 2024: ECOVACS ROBOTICS, the world's leading service robotics brand and Australian market leader, has today announced three new best-in-class mopping and vacuuming robots for the Australian market, each delivering a range of industry firsts and flagship features. Demonstrating ECOVACS' ongoing commitment to lead the way in home robotics innovation, the DEEBOT X5 PRO OMNI, DEEBOT T30S COMBO and DEEBOT N20 PRO PLUS give Australians unprecedented choice in how home robotics can assist in the cleaning of their home at a time when interest in home robotics, AI and time-saving, reliable home cleaning technology has never been greater. 

The launch of ECOVACS new best-in-class range of robotic vacuums provides the latest technology in products that cater to different living environments, homes, health concerns, budgets and individual household needs. These include its latest flagship, full of powerful AI and floor cleaning excellence, the DEEBOT X5 PRO OMNI, the versatile DEEBOT T30S COMBO which combines intelligent robotic cleaning with a handheld vacuum that both empty into one auto-emptying OMNI Station, and finally the DEEBOT N20 PRO PLUS, which also unveils brand new technology in ECOVACS' first ever, bag-free PureCyclone Station.

New independent research conducted on behalf of ECOVACS shows that Australians are placing a higher value on cleanliness than ever before, especially as it relates to its impact on physical and mental well-being and improving the household environment. This extensive research revealed that Australians are vacuuming their homes on average 2.5 times a week in 2024, a 20% increase from the same time two years ago. This is despite time being a major pressure on Australians, with most Australians going to bed each night not having achieved everything they had hoped that day.

Furthermore, 89% of Australians surveyed are open to robotics in their home if they can help clean and save time, an 11% increase in just two years. Two out of three Australians are interested in AI-powered appliances if it can help in their everyday lives, while 59% of those surveyed were hoping to buy a robotic vacuum cleaner in the near future.

"Today's launch of three best-in-class products in their own right, and packed with a wide range of new premium features, gives our Australian and New Zealand consumers unprecedented choice that enables them to have the very latest in home cleaning technology," said Karen Powell, ECOVACS Regional Director for Australia and New Zealand.

"The introduction of these new models shows how ECOVACS continues to lead the way and not just challenge ourselves but the whole industry. We are at the forefront of AI and machine learning, Mapping, Mopping, and cleaning technology, and today is a celebration of how we are staying true to our goal of helping address our consumers' pain points, needs and lifestyles."

DEEBOT X5 PRO OMNI - A Flawless Clean

As the new flagship to the ECOVACS Range, the DEEBOT X5 PRO OMNI delivers unsurpassed intelligence and flawless cleaning. Redefining hassle-free cleaning with AI innovations, extreme power and constant edge-cleaning, the DEEBOT X5 PRO OMNI is ECOVACS sleekest, smartest, and most powerful vacuuming and mopping robot to date.

It is set apart by:

• New Ultra-slim D-Shaped Design: the D-shape enables it to effortlessly clean every corner, while slim profile means it can get into lower and tighter spaces, that you might not even normally clean yourself! 
• TruEdgeTM Adaptive Edge Mopping: enables the mop pads to extend and retract around furniture legs, walls, corners and more - interacting directly with your unique home environment.
• 15mm Mop Plate Auto-lifting: ensures carpets are not dampened when the robot seamlessly moves between mopping and vacuuming different floor types
• AINA 2.0 Intelligent Navigation Model: offers real-time navigation and obstacle avoidance, ensuring seamless movement and precise cleaning led by AI and machine learning so that the robot truly understands your unique and changing home environment. - in short, it can 'think through' and 'react' to obstacles and changes to mapped rooms on the go.
• AI Instant Re-Mop: is part of AINA 2.0 and intelligently identifies significant stains on the go. It adjusts water levels in real time, and make multiple passes over the stain to ensure deep cleaning.
• Powerful 12,800Pa Suction power: super strong suction power will auto-adjust to the floor type its cleaning for thorough cleaning on hard floors to thick carpets.
• ZeroTangle Anti-tangle Technology: saves the hassle to cleaning the roller brush manually between cleans, thanks to its specific bristle and comb design. 
• OMNI Station:
  • Auto-Emptying: into a sealed dust bag that ensures easy & hypoallergenic disposal
  • 70°C Hop Water Mop Washing: effectively removes dirt stains from mop and preventing cross-contamination
  • 2-hour Hot Air Drying to prevent bacteria and odour build-up
  • Intelligent deep mopping: which detects the 'dirtiness' of mops upon cleaning, and initiates further mopping as needed
• YIKO 2.0 Voice Assistant: Say hello to your new cleaning bestie - simply by stating "Okay YIKO" you can give the robot commands with your voice.

DEEBOT T30S COMBO - A Spotless Clean

The DEEBOT T30S COMBO delivers spotless cleaning in all ways. It is the ultimate all-in-one cleaning hub that combines tangle-free and edge mopping perfection in a class-leading robot vacuum with a versatile handheld for a fully integrated and seamless home cleaning experience.

Key features and benefits include:

• Combo Design: the robot vacuum tackles daily automated floor cleaning dramatically reducing dust and home maintenance throughout - while the versatile handheld vacuum tackles vertical surfaces, leaving no corner untouched.
• Handheld Vacuum: features a four-stage HEPA filtration system, lightweight design, intelligent auto boost suction and multi-brush heads including Zero-Tangle power brush.
• TruEdgeTM Adaptive Edge Mopping: enables the robot's mop pads to extend and retract around furniture legs, walls, corners and more - interacting directly with your unique home environment.
• ZeroTangle Anti-tangle Technology: saves the hassle to cleaning the roller brush manually between cleans, thanks to its specific bristle and comb design. 
• Powerful 11,00Pa Suction Power: super strong suction power will auto-adjust to the floor type its cleaning for thorough cleaning on hard floors to thick carpets.
• TrueDetect 3D 3.0 Technology: which uses structured light to detect and strategically navigate around small and large obstacles
• TrueMapping 2.0 Mapping and Navigation Technology: enables detailed, multi-floor maps to be created for efficient path planning and cleaning customisation in-app.
• OZMO Turbo 2.0 & 9mm Auto-Lift Mopping: mopping with dual-plate rotating mop pads that apply downward pressure effectively tackling tough stains and wet or dry messes also lift and lower over carpets.
• Dual Auto-Emptying: the all-in-one OMNI station empties dust from both DEEBOT and handheld vacuum into a 3L sealed dust bag that ensures easy & hypoallergenic disposal and up to 60 days of use.
• OMNI Station: features a minimalist square design, and combined auto-emptying with 70°C Hop Water Mop Washing effectively removes dirt stains from mop and preventing cross-contamination, Intelligent Deep Mopping that detects cleanliness detected during mop washing and activate re-mopping of dirty areas, and Hot Air Drying to prevent bacteria and odour build-up
• Next-Level Control: either with your voice via the YIKO 2.0 Voice Assistant or a simple touch to the front bumper with Foot Touch Control.

DEEBOT N20 PRO PLUS - an Effortless Clean

Bringing outstanding innovation to a sub-$1,000 price point, the new DEEBOT N20 PRO PLUS is a class-leading robot vacuum, with power you can see in ECOVACS first PureCyclone Station. Its no-bag, no suction loss, and easy-to-empty auto-empty design is a class-leading solution, enhancing the already full suite of ECOVACS mapping, mopping and vacuuming innovation included.

The DEEBOT N20 PRO PLUS boasts key features including:

• PureCyclone Auto-Empty Station: this new Auto-Empty station boasts a two-stage separation process and multi-cone structural design that ensures 95% dust separation, minimal suction loss even after 100 uses, an extended lifespan for the motor and cotton filter, and stable dust collection efficiency, providing users with powerful and long-lasting suction for pristine floors and cleaner air. 
• This station includes a 4-Stage HEPA Filtration System for unparalleled air purification, and a consumable-free dust container eliminating the need for dust bag replacements and hassle-free maintenance.
• ZeroTangle Anti-tangle Technology: saves the hassle to cleaning the roller brush manually between cleans, thanks to its specific bristle and comb design. 
• Powerful 8,000Pa Suction power: super strong suction power will auto-adjust to the floor type its cleaning for thorough cleaning on hard floors to thick carpets.
• OZMO PRO 2.0 Vibrating Mop System: mimics a 'scrubbing' motion during mopping for sparkling floors
• TrueMapping 2.0 Mapping and Navigation Technology: enables detailed, multi-floor maps to be created for efficient path planning and cleaning customisation in-app.
• 300 minute / 5 hour runtime: thanks to its 5200mAh battery - it can tackle your whole home in a single charge
• Easy-to-use ECOVACS Home App: allows you to schedule, monitor and customise maps and cleaning functions to your specific home environment and preferences.

These three new innovations join the DEEBOT T30 PRO OMNI launched earlier this year to make up ECOVACS new all-star product range refresh. Each model has been carefully curated to deliver custom innovations addressing a wide range of consumer needs and pain-points across a cross-section of household environments. It delivers true steps forward in ECOVACS mission: Robotics for All.

Pricing and Availability

Available from 15th August, 2024: 

In Australia the DEEBOT N20 PRO PLUS will have an RRP of AUD $999 from Bing Lee, Harvey Norman, JB HiFi, Retravision, Robot Specialist, The Good Guys and ECOVACS Online. 

In New Zealand it will have an RRP of NZD $1,199 NZD from Harvey Norman, JB Hi-Fi, Noel Leeming, PB Tech, and Robomate.

Available for pre-order from 15th August 2024, in stores from 5th September 2024: 

In Australia the DEEBOT T30S COMBO has a recommended retail price of AUD $2,299 from Bing Lee, Harvey Noman, JB HiFi, Retravision, Robot Specialist, The Good Guys, Amazon & ECOVACS Online.

In New Zealand it has a recommended retail price of NZD $2,499 from Harvey Norman, JB Hifi, Noel Leeming and Robomate

Available for pre-order from 15th August 2024, in stores from 5th September 2024: 

In Australia the DEEBOT X5 PRO OMNI has a recommended retail price of AUD $2,499 from Bing Lee, Harvey Noman, JB HiFi, Retravision, Robot Specialist, The Good Guys, & ECOVACS Online. 

In New Zealand it has a recommended retail price of NZD $2,999 from Harvey Norman, JB Hi-Fi, Noel Leeming, PB Tech and Robomate.

Further DEEBOT N20, T30 and X5 product families will also be available at select retailers.

Relevant Insights from ECOVACS Local Market Research

The importance of home cleanliness:

• The importance of Cleanliness for surveyed Australians has increased in 2024, showing a 3% to 5% growth across several aspects compared to 2022.
• 80% of Australians vacuum their homes weekly (averaging 2.5 days per week). This is a 20% increase from 2022 (2.1 days)
• Cleanliness is highly valued for its benefits to physical and mental well-being (93%) and for improving household environments (92%). Time-saving is also important but slightly less so, at 87%.

Our greatest resource - Time:

• Australians report that 4 out of 7 days feel too short to accomplish their needs, highlighting significant daily stress.

Opinions and openness to Robot Vacuums:

• Openness to robotic assistance has significantly increased, rising from 80% in 2022 to 89% in 2024, marking an 11% growth. 
• Vacuums, particularly robotic ones, are highly desired by 46% of people, with 30% specifically wanting robotic vacuums. RVCs have remained the top most desired technology appliance between 2022 and 2024.
• Performance, functionality, ease of use, and price are the top priorities for 88-91% of consumers. Environmental impact (49%) and colour (35%) are less significant. Importance of Colour has declined by 12% compared to 2022.
• Robotic vacuums are widely popular, with 17% of consumers currently owning one and 59% planning to buy one. 
• Ownership of robotic vacuum cleaners has grown by 24% since 2022 (14% → 17%).

How is the Cost of Living impacting Aussie consumers and buying decisions:

• 51% are significantly affected by rising living costs and have made major changes to their spending habits, while 49% are in a more manageable situation, making minor changes or none at all.

How Australians feel about AI in the home:

• Interest in AI-powered appliances is also high (62%), though slightly lower than home robotics more broadly. AI is more appreciated by younger consumers (67% vs. 57% older) and those already open to robotics (74% vs. 19% opposed).

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About ECOVACS ROBOTICS 

Innovating Since Day One. ECOVACS Robotics is one of the pioneers in service robots R&D and manufacturing, aiming to independently research and develop, design and manufacture service robots, with the ambition of being top tier robotics company in the world. ​ECOVACS Robotics upholds its mission of "Robotics for All". 

Over the past 26 years since its establishment in 1998, ECOVACS has led insights and research for service robot usage and experiences, successfully launching a complete range of robot service solutions globally, including DEEBOT, household robotic vacuum cleaners, WINBOT, window cleaning robots, AIRBOT, air purification robots as well as commercial service robot solutions, GOAT, robotic lawn mowers, DEEBOT PRO, multi-functional cleaning robots for small and medium commercial facilities, and "AI+ service robots" for public areas. In addition, ECOVACS is a leader in the robot industry ecosystem, establishing an Artificial Intelligence Engineering Institute, and focusing on intelligent sensor research, continuously leading the development of cutting-edge technologies in the industry. ​ 

ECOVACS has earned worldwide user recognition for its determination to break through the boundaries of products and services. The company is committed to advancing robotic technologies to serve the world by creating a holistic ecosystem between humans and robotics in lifestyle and production, bringing a new intelligent, convenient, and humanised experience to all of humanity. User needs are at the core of ECOVACS' R&D, driving industry and industrial development with innovation and empowering humankind to share a better future in the world of intelligent technology. ​