Dreame X50 Master: The FIRST global embedded system with advanced features

Hello to all readers of the project! In this review, I'll be looking at the new Dreame X50 Master robot vacuum cleaner. What makes this model unique is that it's the first officially sold global robot vacuum cleaner with a built-in docking station. Dreame has thus outpaced all its competitors and entered the market with a compact docking station, something many people, including myself, have been waiting for. This solution costs between $1,400 and $1,600. So, below, I'll show you how the Dreame X50 Master works, how I integrated the docking station into my own kitchen, even though there were no existing utilities, and how, besides the docking station, the Master version differs from the Ultra Complete, which is already reviewed on the website. So, let's get started!

Equipment

The robot vacuum cleaner arrived in a branded box like this:

The package includes the robot itself and its station, a power adapter, a bottle of proprietary cleaning solution, a spare station bag, a cleaning tool for the robot, and a set of accessories for connecting the station to utility lines, including various tubes, elbows, a faucet with a branch, and so on.

Appearance

Now let's take a look at how the Dreame X50 Master is designed. And that's where we'll start with the station. It's 249 mm high, and 418 mm wide and 416 mm deep, respectively. This means it fits into a standard 45 cm wide kitchen unit without taking up much space. This is the advantage of these stations.

The Dreame X50 Master Station self-cleans the dust bin, washes the cloths with hot water, automatically mixes in detergent, and dries the cloths with warm air after the cleaning cycle. UV lamps are also installed to disinfect the dust bag and cloth washing tray. The station is also equipped with sensors to monitor the degree of contamination of the cloths, allowing them to be rewashed when necessary.

Under the front cover there is a waste bag and a compartment for filling with detergent, which will be automatically mixed with clean water in the napkin washing area and when pumping water into the tank of the robot itself.

The robot's drive-in platform is integrated with the cloth washing tray, and the entire module is removable from the station. This distinguishes the Master Station from a standard high-mounted station, where only the drain and coarse filter are removable. This solution is more convenient for maintenance. The bottom itself has been updated as well—no ridges, and water is delivered to the cloth washing area through 20 nozzles that evenly wet both cloths.

One inconvenience is the lack of access to the water inlet/outlet system. Previously, similar stations reviewed had access to an intermediate tank for dirty water, where you could clean the screen of scale. Now, there's no manual maintenance, and I didn't like that. Although, perhaps everything is so well-designed that no human intervention is required. Time will tell.

On the back of the station are connections for tubes and a rocker switch for turning the station on/off. Be sure to check the position of this switch before using the robot.

The robot itself is identical to the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete, which was reviewed in detail previously. It has the same round shape, black color, and integrated lidar with an object recognition system.

The same cleaning module, featuring a retractable side brush, two central turbo brushes, and two cleaning pads. The same incredible ability to clean thresholds up to 6 cm high. Basically, it's 1-in-1, and there's no point in repeating the design.

Technical specifications

The main characteristics of the Dreame X50 Master, as stated by the manufacturer, are displayed on the screen:

• Li-Ion battery 6400 mAh.
• Suction power up to 20,000 Pa.
• Operating time up to 180 min.
• Dust container in the robot: 395 ml.
• Water tank for the robot: 80 ml.
• Bag in station: 3.2 l.
• Obstacle clearance up to 60 mm.
• Dimensions: 350*111/89 mm.
• Station dimensions: 418*416*249 mm.
• Water lift height during discharge: up to 80 cm.

The only obvious change here is the size of the station, compared to the Ultra Complete version. The specifications also include a note that, according to brand representatives, the water lift during flushing has increased from 38 cm to 80 cm, compared to previous models. This was achieved by installing a more powerful pump in the station, and for some, this upgrade may be important.

Functional capabilities

Speaking of features, the Dreame X50 Master is controlled via the proprietary Dreamehome app. It connects to the network without any issues, and there are no regional locks or workarounds. The app is in Russian, and the robot itself also speaks Russian. Everything is convenient and intuitive.

The main functions are displayed on the screen:

• Self-cleaning dust collector.
• Wash napkins with hot water (80°C).
• Drying napkins with warm air.
• Automatic addition of detergent.
• Raising the wipers, side and central brush.
• Side brush extension in corners.
• Lidar entering the body.
• Raising the body to overcome rapids.
• Recognizing objects on the floor.
• Camera illumination in low light conditions.
• Remote home monitoring via smartphone.
• Saving multiple cleaning maps in memory.
• 3D map of the room.
• Automatic zoning of premises into rooms.
• Selecting areas and rooms for cleaning.
• Virtual walls and no-go zones (and for wet cleaning mode).
• Suction power adjustment.
• Setting the frequency of rinsing wipes.
• User mode.
• CleanGenius mode.
• Intelligent recognition of stains and dirt with RGB camera.
• Spot recognition.
• Cleaning behind the curtains.
• Cleaning log.
• Setting up cleaning according to a schedule.
• Automatic power increase on carpet.
• Carpet cleaning in wet cleaning mode.
• Automatic removal of napkin holders at the station.
• Yandex.Alice support.
• Compatible with smart home control systems.
• Support "Ok, Dreame"
• Dynamic cleaning of an area with obstacles.
• Hair compression in the dust collector.

Again, no differences from the Ultra Complete version. But I did notice one thing: an Ultra-Cleans mode has been added to the station. This mode uses even more water and, consequently, cleans the wipes and the bottom of the station more thoroughly.

How I built the station

Well, the most interesting thing for many is how I integrated the station into the kitchen, given that I didn't install any communications near the installation area during the renovation phase.

It's better to watch the video review:

Let me start with a small digression. I've been waiting for a built-in station for about two years, ever since the first news about it leaked online. I was planning on creating a detailed step-by-step guide on how I converted a kitchen unit for built-in installation. That guide was ready, but right before I started editing the video, the hard drive containing the data got damaged and couldn't be recovered, so I'll have to explain everything using a real example.

I decided to install the station instead of a pull-out drawer. I demonstrated the drawer and its runners, then used a reciprocating saw to cut out a slot in the bottom for the station. Since the station wasn't originally planned, I had to disrupt the kitchen's structure, but the module is centrally located, so it didn't affect the stability of the structure.

The kitchen base also had to be cut down to allow the robot to move in and out. I hung the front of the former drawer on hinges, creating a door instead of a drawer.

I'll note that the base was 10 cm high, so I thought the robot would be able to enter and exit the station without any problems. But no—it only entered and exited the station with the lidar raised. As a result, the robot's lidar hit the door and couldn't enter or exit the station. I had to trim the bottom of the façade. This is what it looked like:

I agree, it's not very aesthetically pleasing, but I wasn't really concerned with aesthetics. In real-life conditions, the station is recessed under the kitchen, and nothing is visible except a small opening in the base.

I'm completely satisfied with this integrated design. It's also convenient that there's now a hidden compartment not only for the robot itself but also for all its accessories. Now I keep a brush, a spare bag, and a variety of cleaning products right next to the station. I can also store spare consumables for the robot here.

Now about the actual connection. Luckily, the outlet was behind the old drawer, but a regular extension cord would also work if there's an outlet nearby for the refrigerator or something else. I connected the tubes to the station, installing the retaining rings.

I connected the station to the water supply through a standard under-sink filtration system like a Geyser. The water pressure at the outlet is sufficient for the system to function properly.

I installed the drain through a tee installed under the sink. I bought a plug for the tee, drilled a hole of the appropriate diameter in it, inserted a tube, and sealed it with sealant.

Upon entering the app, it prompts you to run a self-diagnosis of the station. I run it and there are no errors. The connection is correct and the system is functioning properly.

Well, here it is – the long-awaited test run. Everything works, the floor cleaning is high-quality, no problems.

Station maintenance

A few words about station maintenance. As mentioned earlier, the platform is completely removable, which is very convenient. Just remove it, rinse it in the sink, and put it back.

By the way, someone asked me to check if the station gets too hot during operation. After two hours of drying wipes with hot air, the station's surface temperature was around 30-31 degrees Celsius. So, the station doesn't get too hot, considering the temperature in the wipe-drying area reaches 60 degrees Celsius.

Test results

Since the robot is absolutely identical to the X50 Ultra Complete version, I didn't test it again. For those who don't want to watch a separate video, I'll briefly describe the Dreame X50 Master's capabilities and how it performed in tests.

The robot easily navigates through 9 cm of clearance thanks to its lidar-based feature. It boasts a long battery life when operating at maximum power. It features a highly accurate object recognition system, even in complete darkness, thanks to its backlight. It cleans behind curtains, something most robot vacuums can't do. As for its power, it's actually quite powerful. At the Dreame X50's booth, it was able to clean crevices up to 8 mm deep. Moreover, thanks to its updated turbo brushes, the robot effectively picks up even large debris on various surfaces. In a domestic environment, the anti-hair-tangle protection system proved highly effective. Wet cleaning was also impressive. The robot cleans large areas efficiently and is capable of removing even stubborn stains faster than its competitors. It cleaned stains on the booth in just six tries. Its off-road capability deserves special mention. The robot can clean 4 and 5 cm thresholds at one level and 6 cm thresholds at two levels: 4 and 2 cm, as specified by the manufacturer. The station is also efficient – ​​it self-cleans its cloths, dust collector, and bottom thoroughly.

Overall, the flagship performed excellently on all fronts in the tests.

Personal opinion

Now about the robot. He typed249 points and took third place in overall ranking of tested robotic vacuum cleaners according to the project version.

Of course, a high station is more versatile, as it allows for both tank-mounted cleaning and utility connections. A built-in station, however, won't work without a sewer or water supply connection. But the built-in station has its advantages, including its compact size and removable bottom. And the fact that it's the first and currently the only one on our market deserves extra points. So, we have two options for different needs. Which one you choose is up to you. I opted for the built-in version, and I hope this robot will last me a couple of years.

Among the advantages of the Dreame X50 Master, I would like to highlight:

First and foremost, this is the first officially sold built-in station on the market. It's unclear why other brands are lagging behind, given that this solution is so popular and convenient.

Then everything is the same as with the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete:

1. Very good maneuverability. The best of all the robots I tested, and there were already nearly 200 of them in the test room.
2. The lidar is hidden within the body, allowing the robot vacuum cleaner to clean under furniture as small as 9 cm high.
3. The robot vacuum cleaner is capable of cleaning behind curtains and drapes, which makes it stand out from most lidar-based alternatives.
4. A fully charged station by 2025 standards. It features absolutely every feature available on the market: water heating, air heating, self-cleaning bottom, automatic detergent mixing, wipe soil level monitoring, and even antibacterial protection for the station's components.
5. Maintenance of the station has been simplified thanks to a new wipe tray design. The entire platform is completely removable, flat, and easy to clean.
6. A very accurate object recognition system. It's practically perfect; the robot didn't make any mistakes or detect imitations of pet surprises, both in good lighting and in complete darkness.
7. High-quality wet cleaning over large areas. The cloths press harder on the floor, removing tough stains faster. Plus, the cloth can reach up to baseboards, swivel under furniture, and reach into corners with its back. The cloths also lift up on carpets and can be dropped off at stations for a full dry cleaning. Everything here is fully charged by 2025 standards.
8. Increased suction power. Although the 20,000 Pascal rating wasn't confirmed in tests, the robot demonstrated excellent dust collection, including large debris, on a variety of surfaces, even medium-pile carpets!
9. The robot vacuum cleaner completely sweeps out debris from corners and can even partially sweep it from under furniture thanks to its retractable side brush.
10. The new dual turbo brushes don't tangle up pet hair and fur, yet they effectively pick up debris on a variety of surfaces. Larger debris is better picked up thanks to the increased clearance between the brushes.
11. Automatic lifting of cloths, turbo brush and side brush.
12. The robot vacuum cleaner is not afraid of black surfaces.
13. The proprietary app offers a wide range of features. New features are constantly being added, such as stain detection, dynamic cleaning, and even a hair compression feature that squeezes hair out of the dust bin during cleaning.
14. Built-in voice support "Ok, Dreame" to control the robot with voice commands without using a smartphone.
15. Remote home monitoring function via robot camera.
16. The app, voice notifications, commands, and instructions are fully localized in Russian. The robot is fully market-ready.
17. High-quality assembly and high brand authority.
18. Availability of warranty and service.

My only specific complaint about the Master version is that there's no access to the station's internal components, specifically the wastewater drainage system. It's impossible to perform an inspection. It would be helpful to get an answer from brand representatives or service centers about whether the station requires periodic maintenance.

I have no complaints about the robot itself. It's worth repeating that the actual power isn't the highest on the market, but I wrote a separate review about that. reasons for power loss in modern robotsI recommend reading the article, as losing power isn't always a bad thing. In the case of the X50, this allowed the brushes to self-clean from hair and prevent them from becoming clogged with large debris without compromising cleaning performance.

What could be improved is the side brush, so that it can remove fur and hair, as is done in flagship robots from competing brands.

That's all I have for now. If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments. Since the Dreame X50 Master has become my personal assistant in my daily life, I can check things regularly and provide feedback.