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Tokyo-based smart home company SwitchBot has announced the launch of the S10, an innovative new robot vacuum cleaner with the world’s first fully autonomous self-refilling and draining system. The S10 is currently raising funds on Kickstarter, with super early bird pricing starting at $799.
SwitchBot S10 Specifications
Here are the key specifications for the SwitchBot S10 robot vacuum and its accessories:
Mopping
- Self-clean Speed: 300 RPM
- Mopping Noise: 62dB(A)
- Mop Downforce: 10N
- Retraction Height: 7mm
Vacuuming
- Suction Power: 6500 Pa
- Vacuuming Noise: 66dB(A)
Battery
- Capacity: 4000 mAh
- Max Cleaning Time: 140 minutes
- Max Cleaning Area: 120 sqm / 1290 sq ft
Auto-Empty Station
- Dust Bag Capacity: 4 Liters
- Mop Drying Time: Less than 3 hours
Water Station
- Clear Water Tank: 2.5 Liters
- Sewage Tank: 2 Liters
Dimensions
- S10 Robot: 365 x 365 x 115 mm
- Auto-Empty Station: 260 x 207 x 412 mm
- Water Station: 400 x 165 x 100 mm
Unlike existing robot vacuums that require manual refilling and emptying, the S10 features a compact Water Station that connects directly to plumbing to automatically refill its water tank and drain dirty water. The Water Station has one pipe for clean water and another that links to the sewage drain, allowing the S10 to function much like a washing machine in self-supplying and draining water without any manual intervention.
Once connected, the S10 can be placed anywhere with access to a water supply and drainage. The Water Station shares water supply from dishwashers, washing machines or directly from home plumbing using the included accessories. Measuring just 10cm x 40cm, the Water Station has a small footprint, even when paired with SwitchBot’s auto-emptying station.
For homes where connecting to plumbing is not possible, SwitchBot will provide an external water tank with 2.5 liters of fresh water capacity and 2 liters for waste water. This accessory comes at no extra cost for Kickstarter backers.
In addition to self-refilling, the S10 also automatically helps refill SwitchBot’s Evaporative Humidifier and drain the SwitchBot Dehumidifier using its direct plumbing connection. The Evaporative Humidifier provides cool mist, reduces white dust and prevents damage to furniture.
The S10 has a full suite of vacuuming and mopping features powered by strong 6500Pa suction. It uses an anti-tangle rubber brush optimized for carpets, a roller mop for hard floors and LiDAR navigation with AI to avoid obstacles and map homes.
Other key features include:
- Self-vacuuming and mopping
- Self-drying after cleaning
- Self-emptying dustbin
- LiDAR mapping
- AI obstacle avoidance
- Carpet drying technology
- 6500Pa suction power
SwitchBot plans to add Matter support in the future once the protocol officially supports robot vacuums. This will allow the S10 to work with other Matter-compatible smart home devices.
The SwitchBot S10 is now available on Kickstarter with super early bird pricing starting at $799. The estimated retail price when it launches is $1199.
Quoted in the announcement, SwitchBot CEO Simon Weng said: “The S10 takes the robot vacuum to the next level with its revolutionary self-refilling and draining system. This eliminates the hassle of manual maintenance so you can truly experience hands-free cleaning.”
The Kickstarter campaign has already raised over $1 million in the first day, demonstrating strong interest in this innovative new product. Delivery of the first S10 units to backers is estimated for July 2024 if fundraising goals are met.
Comparison SwitchBot vs Roborock vs Ecovacs vs Dreametech
| Product name | SwitchBot S10 | Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra | Roborock S7 Max Ultra | ECOVACS DEEBOT T20 Omni | ECOVACS DEEBOT T10 OMNI | ECOVACS DEEBOT X1 Omni | Dreametech L10 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product overview | ||||||||
| ASIN | / | B09NM549V7 | B0BVB6JKMX | B0C4DFB33W | B0BBYWK3HY | B09NPKWDRX | B0BTDKV1GS | |
| MSRP | $1,199.99 | $1,199.99 | $1,299.99 | $1,099.99 | $1,199.99 | $1,549.99 | $899.00 | |
| Navigation and obstacle avoidance | LDS + infrared | LDS+3D+Cam | LDS + Collision Obstacle Avoidance | LDS + AI + 3D obstacle avoidance + visual mapping | LDS + AI Obstacle Avoidance + Visual Mapping + Cam | LDS + 3D Obstacle Avoidance + Visual Mapping + Cam | LDS + collision avoidance + 3D mapping | |
| Robot vacuum | Vacuuming | Side brush * 1 rubber brush * 1 | Side brush * 1 rubber brush * 1 | Side brush * 1 rubber brush * 1 | rubber brush * 1 side brush * 2 | rubber brush * 1 side brush * 2 | rubber brush * 1 side brush * 2 | Side brush * 1 rubber brush * 1 |
| Mopping | Roller mop | Semicircular mop | Semicircular mop | Round mop * 2 | Round mop * 2 | Round mop * 2 | Round mop * 2 | |
| Mopping method | Rolling mopping + real-time self-cleaning | Vibration | Vibration | Press down + rotate | Press down + rotate | Press down + rotate | Press down + rotate | |
| Auto-lifting mop | 7mm | 5mm | 5mm | 9mm | / | / | 7mm | |
| Suction power | 6500Pa | 5100Pa | 5500Pa | 6000Pa | 5000Pa | 5000Pa | 5300Pa | |
| Battery life | 4000mAh (140 min) | 180min | 180min | 5200mAh (190 min) | 5200mAh（260min） | 5200mAh（260min） | 210min | |
| Base station | Auto empty | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Empty size | 4L (70days) | 2.5L | 2.5L (7 weeks) | 3L（75days） | 3L（75days) | 3L（75days） | 3L（60days） | |
| Auto mop washing | Real-time self-cleaning, no need to return to the station for cleaning | Need to return to station for cleaning | Need to return to station for cleaning | Need to return to station for cleaning, 131℉ hot water mop washing | Need to return to station for cleaning | Need to return to station for cleaning | Need to return to station for cleaning | |
| Auto mop washing | √ | × | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ | |
| Water tank filling method | Automatic filling and draining by connecting to plumbing system | Manual refilling and draining | Manual refilling and draining | Manual refilling and draining | Manual refilling and draining | Manual refilling and draining | Manual refilling and draining | |
| Base station self-cleaning | No need to clean | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ | × | |
| Other features | Voice control | √ | √ Works with Alexa | √ Works with Alexa | √ OK YIKO/Alexa/Google+ | √ OK YIKO/Alexa/Google+ | √ OK YIKO/Alexa/Google+ | √ Works with Alexa |
| Multi-floor mapping | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ | |
| Camera monitor | × | √ | √ | × | √ | √ | √ |
I am James, a UK-based tech enthusiast and the Editor and Owner of Mighty Gadget, which I’ve proudly run since 2007. Passionate about all things technology, my expertise spans from computers and networking to mobile, wearables, and smart home devices.
As a fitness fanatic who loves running and cycling, I also have a keen interest in fitness-related technology, and I take every opportunity to cover this niche on my blog. My diverse interests allow me to bring a unique perspective to tech blogging, merging lifestyle, fitness, and the latest tech trends.
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