DJI enters the home appliance market with the debut series of ROMO robot vacuums — they require no maintenance for up to 200 days
The Chinese company DJI, previously specialized in photo and video shooting drones, has entered the home robotics market and introduced the DJI ROMO robot vacuum line, consisting of three models: ROMO S, ROMO A, and the flagship ROMO P.
What is known
The company transferred key developments from its drones — mapping systems, machine vision, and LiDARs — to a home cleaning device, focusing on precision, power, and minimal maintenance.
The top model ROMO P features transparent panels on the robot and base, highlighting DJI's signature futuristic design. Internal components are visible during operation — a rare and striking approach for home appliances.
The robot is equipped with a 164 ml water tank with automatic flow adjustment for stain removal, and the P version has a separate compartment for air freshener. Control is via the DJI Home app. A full charge at 55W takes about 2.5 hours. Privacy features include encrypted video transmission and two-factor authentication for camera access.
Key features of the ROMO series
- Millimeter-precision obstacle detection
Dual “fish-eye” cameras and solid-state LiDAR sensors allow the robot to see objects as thin as 2 mm — from cables to playing cards. This reduces the risk of entanglement and makes navigation particularly careful. - Suction power up to 25,000 Pa
ROMO is among the most powerful robot vacuums on the market: the airflow reaches 20 l/s, and dual roller brushes minimize hair tangling. - Advanced navigation and mapping
The robot builds routes in real-time, adjusting movement depending on furniture, lighting, and obstacles. It confidently operates under beds, sofas, and in narrow spaces. - Minimal maintenance — up to 200 days
The base station provides self-cleaning and maintenance, allowing the user to practically not interfere with the device's operation for more than half a year.
The ROMO line hits the market in South Korea and China first, where it is already available for order. The most expensive model (ROMO P) costs $1340 (converted from won), the cheapest — $1100.
Nothing is known about the global launch yet, but it will not be released in the USA, as there DJI is considered a company associated with China's military industrial complex.
Source: Gizmochina
