Xiaomi MiJia Roborock Sweep One - New vacuum cleaner unveiled

Xiaomi today announced its latest second generation smart robot vacuum cleaner, called "Roborock Sweep One". A MiJia a device of the family previously Xiaomi Mi Robot vacuum cleaner We expected to be 2, but we were not. Along with the form and function, the name has also been renewed.

The new vacuum cleaner is more advanced and has better features than its predecessor. The most notable improvement is the cleaning system. It offers higher performance and a new sensor layout.

Community funding

The manufacturer uses Community funding to develop the product. It took just 3 minutes and 25 seconds to raise the necessary investors and less than 3 hours to reach 10 million yuan ($1.5 million). Starting price of Roborock Sweep One 499 USD, which is more expensive than its predecessor, which cost 1699 yuan (258 $).

This is what Roborock Sweep One can do

Here are the developments and new features of Roborock Sweep One:

It uses a new, plant-based (bionic) wet cleaning system. The water tank is located at the bottom of the vacuum cleaner, which is fitted with a fabric insert for cleaning the floor. The vacuum can wet clean for up to 45-60 minutes. The internal filter automatically sucks up the water and always provides a sufficient amount of water. You can also filter dirt in the water. The Teflon coated filter is washable and can be replaced once a year.

The vacuum continues the great performance built on laser sensors. It has been equipped with a proprietary, high precision LDS sensor capable of scanning the room at 5 x 360°/sec with an original SLAM algorithm via. Roborock Sweep One then creates a virtual map of the premises and plans the route in real time. So you decide where to start and which path to follow for the most optimal cleaning. We can also set up the vacuuming plan using the APP. Just mark the route on your phone screen and you can start cleaning. Roborock Sweep One will start cleaning according to the set route. Unfortunately, voice control is only available in Chinese.

Usually 13 sensorsuses. The rangefinder has been moved closer to the centre of the device. This and other sensors allow the vacuum cleaner to bypass obstacles, shortening the distance. It chooses the most efficient route and quickly finds its dock.

With more optimal performance already 2000Pa is capable of maximum suction power. A main brush is located on the side. The wheel suspension system has also been optimised - so it is now 2 cm-can also overcome obstacles at altitude. The intelligent system automatically increases the engine power when it detects a carpet.

The vacuum cleaner batteries have also increased, already a 5200mAh capacity battery, which 2.5 hours provides energy for work. This time is enough for one 250 square metres to clean the area with a single charge.