Key Takeaways
1. Advanced Sensor Technology: The Romo features dual fisheye cameras, LiDAR, and machine-learning mapping to detect small objects (as narrow as 2 mm) and navigate around household items.
2. Powerful Cleaning Performance: With a suction power of up to 25,000 Pa and features like high-speed roller motors and an auto-wash base, Romo excels in managing various debris types and minimizing maintenance.
3. User Privacy and Security: The DJI Home app allows users to control cleaning modes and manage privacy, with encrypted data streaming and two-factor authentication for camera access.
4. Multiple Models Available: The Romo is offered in three versions (Romo S, Romo A, Romo P) with varying features and prices, starting from €1,299 (~$1,511) to €1,899 (~$2,210).
5. Additional Accessories: Official accessories include extra brushes, a ramp for thresholds, and a starter cleaning solution, enhancing the vacuum’s usability and effectiveness.
DJI has launched its latest product, the Romo, marking its debut as a complete robot vacuum. This innovative device incorporates technology from the company’s drone expertise. The Romo range is designed for effective cleaning on both hard surfaces and carpets, offering three different models with a strong emphasis on avoiding obstacles, self-cleaning, and powerful suction.
Advanced Sensors and Mapping
The Romo features an advanced sensor system that includes dual fisheye cameras, a wide-angle solid-state LiDAR, and machine-learning mapping abilities. According to DJI, this technology enables Romo to detect very small objects, claiming it can identify items as narrow as 2 mm. It can also navigate around common household items like cables, socks, and even playing cards. However, it’s important to keep in mind that these results were obtained in controlled settings; actual performance may differ based on your home layout and software updates.
Impressive Cleaning Features
When it comes to cleaning capabilities, Romo stands out among consumer-grade vacuums. It boasts a suction power of up to 25,000 Pa and an airflow rate of 20 L/s, complemented by two high-speed roller motors designed for effectively managing hair. Additionally, it includes a 164 ml water tank that adjusts its flow automatically. The dual flexible side arms are designed to reach into corners and adapt instantly, while the adaptive brush control minimizes debris spread when dealing with litter like cat litter. An auto-wash base is also part of the package, featuring four high-pressure nozzles, a sizable 16 mm waste outlet, and a downward force of 12 N on pads, which DJI claims can extend pad maintenance intervals to approximately 200 days in controlled tests.
Privacy and Control Features
Users can manage privacy and controls through the DJI Home app, which provides various cleaning modes tailored for carpets, thresholds, kitchens, bathrooms, and pet areas. To ensure security, cameras require two-factor authentication upon initial use, stream data is encrypted, and users have the option to disable camera features for privacy reasons.
The Romo is officially available starting today (October 28) at store.dji.com and through authorized retailers in three versions: Romo S (€1,299, ~$1,511), Romo A (€1,599, ~$1,860), and Romo P (€1,899, ~$2,210). The P version features transparent windows on both the unit and its base, along with an additional chamber for concentrated cleaning solutions or pleasant floor scents. Official accessories include extra brushes, a ramp for thresholds up to 4 cm, and a starter cleaning solution.
