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Roborock and DJI expand autonomous cleaning lineups at IFA 2026

Roborock introduced its first robotic pool cleaner alongside new home and lawn devices, while DJI launched updated robot vacuums emphasizing offline data privacy.

Updated Sep 3, 2026 · 13:19 UTC4 reports

The short version

  • At IFA 2026 in Berlin, Roborock entered the pool maintenance category with the RockAqua P1 while unveiling new robot vacuums, mops, and a wire-free lawn mower.
  • DJI announced its second-generation Romo 2 robot vacuums, adding a Local Data Mode designed to sever cloud connections amid privacy scrutiny.
  • The new devices target reduced user maintenance, dynamic obstacle avoidance, and specialized cleaning across homes, yards, and pools.
  • European availability begins in September for several products, while exact US launch schedules and pricing for key items remain unconfirmed.

Key facts

  • Roborock unveiled its first robotic pool cleaner, the RockAqua P1, which provides up to 6,800 gallons per hour of suction, navigates steps and waterlines, and delivers up to 3.5 hours of runtime.[CNET · CNET]
  • Roborock also expanded its indoor and outdoor lineup with the Saros 20 vacuum series, the F25 Ultra Steam Gen 2 and F25 Pro Turbo Combo wet/dry mops, and the wire-free RockNeo Q2 Lidar lawn mower.[CNET]
  • DJI debuted the Romo 2 series, including the Romo P2 starting at €1,299 and the Romo A2 starting at €1,199, featuring obstacle climbing and up to 36,000 Pa of suction.[The Verge · Engadget]
  • Starting in the fourth quarter of 2026, DJI's Romo 2 series will support a Local Data Mode that disables internet access for the companion app to keep video and image data off external servers.[The Verge · Engadget]
  • DJI's Romo 2 vacuums are scheduled to be available for order in Europe starting in September 2026.[Engadget]

What remains uncertain

  • US pricing and availability remain undetermined for the Roborock RockAqua P1 and RockNeo Q2 mower.[CNET · CNET]
  • It remains unknown whether DJI's local data privacy controls will affect its regulatory standing under recent FCC restrictions on robotic devices.[Engadget]

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