The humble robot vacuum has been around for well over two decades, and as with any emerging technology, we’ve seen some incredible improvements throughout that period. While we have to arrive at the intelligent house cleaning robots of science fiction folklore, we are getting closer with each generation. Let’s take a look at the current state of the robovac scene and the features we consider essential in 2025. Inspiration comes from YEEDI and their recently launched M14 PLUS flagship cleaning system.
1. Effective floor mopping
It’s fair to say that floor effective mopping remains a pipe dream for many robovac owners. It’s a feature touted by many brands, but the reality is often streaky wet floors and little success with genuine stains. YEEDI’s latest solution is their OZMO Roller system, which uses a roller mop, instead of the usual flat pad mops we have over the years.
The compact roller spins at 200 RPM and can exert up to 4000 Pa of pressure on the floor, making it much more adept at dealing with stubborn stains. It also keeps itself clean in real-time, passing through a scraper to remove dirt, with 16 nozzles spraying water at the mop to keep it refreshed and clean. The result, according to YEEDI, is a system that finally delivers the mopping efficacy we all deserve.
2. Next-gen navigation and obstacle avoidance
Possibly, the most challenging aspect of any mobile robotic system is navigation. It ultimately means teaching the robot to see, which means giving the robot the best set of eyes possible. YEEDI refers to these eyes as a ‘High Performance Multi-Dimensional Vision Module’. Here’s how it works:
The robot’s vision module combines LiDAR with a dual structured light scanner that offers enhanced 3D sensing capabilities that work well in environments where LiDAR may struggle due to ambient light, or surface reflections.
While structured light scanning provides a detailed, high-resolution 3D model of the room, LiDAR helps to extend range and fathom the overall shape and size of the room. The result is a robot that knows its way around and can avoid potential collisions in mere milliseconds.
3. Intelligent edge-to-edge cleaning
Early robot vacuums struggled to get close to the edges of rooms and objects, leaving a frustrating dust and dirt border around walls and furniture. Advances from brands such as YEEDI use a 3D sensing system that allows it to get closer to walls and corners.
The M12 PLUS also has a flexible side brush to sweep into tight spots and can even adjust its posture to adjust the cleaning angle when required.
4. Advanced vacuum features
Boasting 18,000 Pa suction power, more power than previous generations, the latest YEEDI system tackles dust and debris in thick carpets with ease. To avoid getting carpets wet, the system automatically detects carpets and pulls the mop up to avoid contact.
The brush has also been optimized to avoid getting tangled up with human or pet hair, using a new V-shaped roller design that sucks up hair without entanglement or hassle.
5. A smaller, smarter docking station
The system also uses a smaller, more discreet station that cleans the mop using 75°C hot water and 63°C hot air drying. The station keeps itself clean with dirt detection, auto-empty, and automatic water refill and draining.
In terms of aesthetics, it also looks less industrial than previous designs, sporting a neutral white color scheme and soft curved edges to help it blend in with your home’s decor.
