DJI, best known for dominating the skies with drones and stabilizers, is officially making the jump into your living room. The company has confirmed that DJI Romo, its first-ever robot vacuum cleaner, will launch on August 6 at 8 PM Beijing time. The announcement came via DJI’s official Weibo account, accompanied by a teaser image and the slogan: “Unmatched Power.” It’s a bold claim — and a signal that DJI’s ambitions go far beyond flight.
DJI Romo vacuum: Four Years in the Making
According to sources familiar with DJI’s hardware roadmap, Romo has been in development for over four years. That timeline suggests more than just a one-off experiment. Internally, DJI has reportedly applied its strengths in visual navigation, intelligent obstacle detection, and precision pathing — tech it has refined in drones and cameras — directly to its first smart home product.
The result? A robot vacuum that may be aiming straight for the high-end market, alongside competitors like Roborock, Dreame, and Ecovacs.
Two Versions, Two Philosophies
The teaser image offers a surprising amount of detail — including a first look at two distinct versions of the docking station that ships with Romo. One variant features a semi-transparent, “Nothing-style” aesthetic. Internal hardware — including a dustbin, water tank, and mop-cleaning system — is clearly visible. This version seems geared toward users who appreciate the engineering and want a glimpse into what’s going on beneath the surface.
The second version is more traditional. It sports a sleek white enclosure with a smooth finish and subtle branding. A front-facing flap reads “Romo,” and the overall look is clearly built to blend into modern interiors — no visual noise, just functionality.
A Closer Look at the Bot Itself
The vacuum follows a circular, low-profile design, with a clean finish and front-facing sensors — likely tied to 3D navigation and object detection.
Underneath, twin side brushes are visible, positioned to sweep dirt toward a central suction channel. It’s a familiar layout — but DJI’s implementation suggests refinement. Based on visual clues and engineering cues, Romo seems to blend form and function in the way DJI tends to across its product lines.
Advanced Features Under the Hood
Inside the open dock, there are clearly marked compartments for everything — dust collection, clean water storage, waste water, and even a rotating mechanism. That last part is likely for automated mop washing and drying — features seen in high-end vacuums from brands like Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra or Dreame L20 Ultra.
There also appear to be cues pointing to automatic refilling, self-cleaning, and a modular system for easy maintenance. In short: DJI isn’t just entering the market — it’s going for the top shelf.
Part of a Bigger Pivot at DJI
Romo marks DJI’s first formal move into consumer smart home appliances. But it’s not the only new product the company has announced lately.
In recent weeks, DJI introduced the Agras T100, a high-capacity agricultural drone, and the FlyCart 100, a heavy-lift cargo drone capable of carrying up to 80kg — both targeting enterprise and logistics markets. Romo, by contrast, brings DJI’s tech into everyday homes — and might hint at more smart home gear to come.
