Dreame X50 Ultra Complete: the long-awaited 2025 flagship!

Hello to all readers of robovac.washerhouse.com! The much-hyped 2025 flagship, the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete, has finally hit stores. Priced at $1,200-$1,400 at the time of writing, this device has received a number of significant upgrades compared to the top-of-the-line X40 model. They've increased suction power to 20,000 Pa, added a lidar-scan feature for cleaning under low furniture, implemented threshold-crossing technology, and even redesigned the cleaning module. They've also improved the station, making it more autonomous and efficient. Overall, a lot of work has been done, and now we need to test how everything works and how much these improvements have improved cleaning performance and the robot's autonomy. Below, I'll be thoroughly testing the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete, highlighting the pros and cons based on my test results, and then offering my personal opinion. So, let's get started!

Equipment

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

The Complete version's package, as always, is luxurious and, in addition to the robot and station, includes:

1. Two napkin holders.
2. Power adapter.
3. Tool for cleaning the robot and station.
4. A liter bottle of branded detergent.
5. 12 spare microfiber cloths.
6. Set of spare turbo brushes.
7. Two spare side brushes.
8. Three spare HEPA filters.
9. Four spare bags for the station.
10. Documentation for the robot with translation into Russian.

An annual set of consumables is really cool!

Appearance

Now let's take a look at the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete's design. Let's start with the robot vacuum itself. It's round and comes in black.

The robot is 111 mm tall with the lidar module raised and 89 mm tall with the lidar module retracted, allowing it to clean in 9 cm gaps under furniture. The lidar module lowers into gaps under furniture and also cleans areas with curtains. This technology is called VersaLift.

A wall sensor is mounted on the right bumper. Navigation is handled by a lidar system and a backlit object recognition system.

AI Action technology, like its predecessors, claims to recognize up to 200 types of household objects.

In addition to object recognition, the camera can be used for remote monitoring of your home via a smartphone.

The lidar has two mechanical control buttons, as well as microphones for voice control of the robot via the proprietary assistant "Ok, Dreame," which I'll talk about later.

The 395 ml dust container is located under the top cover, which is held in place by magnets.

The filtration system is based on a washable HEPA filter. The 80 ml water tank is hidden inside the housing. Water is automatically pumped into it at the station.

The robot has four wall sensors and a carpet sensor installed underneath. It has a single, three-beam side brush secured with a screw.

The side brush extends into corners and under furniture for thorough sweeping. It can also be raised when mopping floors, on carpets, and when returning to the station or over thresholds.

The robot's wheels deserve special attention. They are equipped with additional retractable legs for overcoming high thresholds. This technology is called ProLeap.

The robot's stated clearance is 6 cm with a two-level threshold, and 4.2 cm with a single-level threshold. I'll test this robot's clearance.

The cleaning module has also been redesigned. It now features two bristle-petal turbo brushes called HyperStream. The central brush unit not only floats but also lifts up when in floor cleaning mode.

Turbo brushes are cone-shaped to remove tangled hair and fur. They are held in place by the needles.

Interestingly, the suction hole has been moved to the edge, where the hair will be discharged. I'll definitely check everything out in my tests.

For wet cleaning, the robot mops the floor with two round, rotating pads. They are of a standard design and are held in place with Velcro.

One of the cleaning pads extends to the edge of the body for a thorough cleaning of the floor along walls and furniture. There's even an algorithm for the rear end to swipe under furniture. Furthermore, the robot's rear end fits snugly into corners to minimize blind spots.

The wipers can automatically lift up by 10.5 mm when driving onto carpets, as well as during dry cleaning and returning to the station.

In addition, the robot can automatically drop holders with napkins at the station for a complete dry cleaning.

Now that we've covered the robot, let's talk about the station. The Ultra Complete version features a tall station with water tanks. The Dreame X50 self-cleans its dust bin, washes the cloths with hot water, automatically mixes in detergent, and dries the cloths with warm air after each cleaning cycle. It also features UV lamps for disinfecting the dust bag and cloth tray. The station also features sensors to monitor the degree of soiling of the cloths, allowing them to be re-washed when needed. Additionally, this station can be connected to a sewer or water supply by purchasing the appropriate module, called the RAW7. Let's go through each component in turn.

The station's bottom has been updated. It's now flat, without ridges, which should improve the station's self-cleaning properties, simplifying maintenance. The water supply system for the cloths during washing has also been updated. It now features 20 nozzles that evenly wet both cloths.

The robot's access ramp is removable, as is the coarse filter in the tray. However, the tray itself is not removable. Whether this is a good thing or not, I'll tell you in the tests. A UV lamp is located between the vents for drying wipes.

A trash bag and detergent reservoir are located under a cover above the robot's parking area. The trash bag is of a standard design. Another ultraviolet lamp is installed inside the trash chute, which disinfects the contents of the bag. The detergent reservoir is similar to the X40, but an important difference is that in this station, detergent is mixed not only with clean water when washing the wipes, but also into the robot's tank when refilling at the station.

The water tank is traditionally located under the top lid. The dirty water tank holds 4 liters, while the clean water tank holds 4.5 liters. The clean water tank contains a water disinfection module.

We see that the robot vacuum cleaner has been significantly updated. The pros and cons of the design will be discussed when we summarize the test results.

Technical specifications

The main characteristics of the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete, as stated by the manufacturer:

Robot vacuum cleaner:

• Li-Ion battery 6400 mAh.
• Suction power up to 20,000 Pa.
• Operating time up to 180 min.
• Dust collector 395 ml.
• Water tank 80 ml.
• Obstacle clearance up to 60 mm.
• Dimensions: 350*111/89 mm.

Station:

• Clean water tank: 4.5 l.
• Dirty water tank: 4 l.
• Bag in station: 3.2 l.
• Dimensions: 590*340*457 mm.

Compared to the X40, we've nearly doubled the suction power, increased the dust bin capacity, and increased the throughput. The body height has also been reduced thanks to the lidar sensor being integrated into the body.

Functional capabilities

Speaking of features, the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete 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. New features are highlighted in color:

• 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.
• 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.
• Support "Ok, Dreame»
• Dynamic cleaning of an area with obstacles.
• Hair compression in the dust collector.

It's worth noting that the washing temperature for the napkins has been increased to 80 degrees Celsius. This model also supports control via the proprietary "Ok, Dreame" voice assistant, which understands Russian phrases. While the range of phrases is currently limited, the built-in assistant is very convenient, and there's room for improvement to make the robot even more user-friendly.

There is also a remote home monitoring mode via the robot's camera, which will be useful for many.

It's also worth mentioning the new dynamic spot cleaning mode. This feature allows the robot vacuum to clean missed areas where people and pets were detected and could interfere with the cleaning process. That's great!

And now there's a new feature that compresses hair in the dust bin during cleaning. I haven't really noticed how effective it is, but it's worth mentioning.

Overall, we see that the functionality is constantly being updated, and new useful features are emerging that many missed in its predecessors.

Testing

A detailed video review of the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete, including all tests, has already been prepared and published on the channel:

Navigation

And finally, let's move on to the tests. First, we'll test the robot's navigation in a room with obstacles. After leaving the station, it navigated the perimeter of the room, recognizing and carefully navigating around the legs of a dryer. After that, it began cleaning the entire accessible area in a serpentine pattern. It swept around a box and several table legs before returning to the station. Interestingly, the mirror didn't introduce any errors into its map.

Speaking of navigation within the house, the robot vacuum cleans room by room, following the perimeter, then in a serpentine pattern. After each room, as I've determined, it returns to the station and washes the wipes, then resumes cleaning from where it left off. There are no uncleaned areas left; this model has excellent navigation!

Passing under low furniture

The minimum height the robot can pass was also tested. I created a 9-centimeter clearance under the furniture, and it fits in there without a problem. That's a plus!

Autonomy

I also checked how long the battery charge lasts when the robot is running. at maximum power with the wet cleaning turned on. So he managed to work it out 128 minutes, removing 102 sq.m usable area. In reality, this is more than enough for two full cleanings of a two-room apartment. However, I should note that there's a cleaning resume mode after charging at the base, so this model can clean twice as much area. In my opinion, the robot has good battery life.

Recognizing objects on the floor

As for the object avoidance system, I was pleasantly surprised! In good lighting, the robot was able to accurately avoid 6 out of 6 objects on the floor, correctly identifying 5 of them, except for a toy. It was also able to correctly identify and accurately avoid 3 out of 3 socks and all 4 out of 4 wires. Regarding avoidance of imitations of pet surprises, the robot vacuum was able to avoid all 6 traps, but failed to recognize one.

The object recognition system can also function in complete darkness thanks to the backlight. The robot was able to avoid six of six household objects, only missing a toy and slightly bumping into a scale. Of the four wires, it recognized and avoided only two, moving the other two but not chewing them. Of the three socks, it recognized and avoided two, and identified one as a rug and slightly moved one. As for the pet surprise simulations, it recognized and avoided all six.

So, I can say that the object recognition system is very accurate. It still needs some refinement, of course, but only minimally. The robot didn't move any dangerous traps, and those that did didn't interfere with cleaning or disable it. So, I have no serious complaints!

I also tested the puddle and stain detection features. The robot didn't notice a dried ketchup stain on the first run. On the second run, it recognized it, turned off the suction, and cleaned the stained area in floor cleaning mode. It then returned to the station, washed the cleaning pads, and continued cleaning as usual. The second time, it didn't check to see if the stain was still there, and it was, so I can say the stain detection feature is indeed there, but it's still a bit rough around the edges.

In principle, the application states that this is a laboratory function, which means that it is still working in test mode.

Cleaning behind the curtains

A key advantage of the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete over its competitors is its ability to clean behind curtains and drapes. To do this, set a specific zone on the map, and the robot first cleans the room in its normal mode. Then, it hides its lidar, turns on the backlight, and begins gently pushing through curtains and drapes, cleaning behind them. Very cool!

Suction power

One of the most important tests is to check the actual suction power on a test bench with crevices of varying depths. In "Quiet" mode, the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete was able to clean a 2 mm crevice well. In Standard mode, it completely cleaned 2 mm. In Turbo mode, the result remained unchanged. In "Maximum" mode, the robot partially cleared the 4 mm mark, and in "Maximum+" mode, the flagship partially cleaned crevices of 6 and 8 mm.

The actual power is increased, but for comparison, the Dreame X40 Ultra Complete's predecessor achieved a result of 12 mm. This is all due to the new brushes. Due to the larger suction opening and the distance between the brushes and the housing, aerodynamic losses have occurred. While not as critical as with some premium competitors, they are still present. I'll share my thoughts on this issue separately in my final review.

Dry cleaning

The collection performance of various types of debris on laminate floors was good. Various types of debris were collected from the rack, including cat litter pellets, which often clog the turbo brush. Importantly, this robot vacuum cleaned corners well, leaving no debris behind. This is all thanks to the retractable side brush.

I'll note that in challenging environments, the robot doesn't completely sweep the outer corners, leaving small blind spots. This would be a good issue to address.

Let's look at the condition of the cleaning module. We see that the side brush took the brunt of the impact, and the second roller, located closer to the back, actually tangled up hair. Given the limited space and large amount of debris, it's too early to evaluate the effectiveness of this solution. Further testing is needed.

Moreover, even in this state, the turbo brush is very easy to clean from tangled hair and fur thanks to its special structure.

Anti-tangle Hair Protection

I just recently tested how the new turbo brushes handle self-cleaning hair and pet hair. I spread hair of varying lengths on the floor. The robot picked it up, and we see that the brushes are completely clean.

I even checked the condition of the brushes after a week of use in an apartment with a shedding pet. Even under these conditions, the brushes were clean, so I consider the updated cleaning module effective in preventing hair and fur from tangling!

Carpet cleaning

Additionally, debris was scattered on a low-pile carpet. And I can say that the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete thoroughly cleaned the carpet. It can also thoroughly clean medium-pile carpet. Test passed!

By the way, Dreame engineers have finally added the ability to disable the side brush's rotation on carpets. Rotating the side brush cleans carpets better!

Self-cleaning

Immediately after the "dirty tests," I checked the robot vacuum's self-cleaning performance. I returned it to the station and ran the self-cleaning cycle. The results were good, but the container wasn't perfectly clean. We also saw how clogged the HEPA filter was. It would definitely benefit from some pre-cleaning protection like a mesh.

Wet cleaning and carpets

When it comes to wet cleaning on carpeted floors, there are several robot behavior options. I'll highlight three of the most interesting. The first is the automatic lifting of the cleaning cloths when entering carpets, allowing the robot vacuum cleaner to simultaneously vacuum and mop the floor, leaving the carpets dry and clean.

The second option is to enable the automatic carpet avoidance feature in wet cleaning mode. And the third mode is the most interesting. The robot vacuum first performs dry and wet cleaning of hard floors, then returns to the base, automatically detaches the cleaning pads, and returns to the cleaning process, having vacuumed the carpets without the pads. This is especially useful for high- and medium-pile carpets, as it completely eliminates any contact between the pad and the carpet if necessary.

There's also a mode in which the robot uses its cloths to contact the carpet during dry and wet cleaning. This might be useful for some.

Wiping off dirt

The dirt removal performance is also excellent. The cloth presses firmly to the floor and absorbs dirt. It also eliminates the narrow area along the baseboard, thanks to the extension of one of the cloths. That's a plus!

Removing stains

As for tough stains, the robot was able to remove even dried-on coffee and sauce stains. Granted, not on the first try. To be precise, most of the stains were removed on the sixth try. However, three small stains were completely removed on the eighth try. Still, in my opinion, the updated model removes stains better than the X40. Especially since the manufacturer claims an increase in cloth pressure from 5 to 8N (Newtons). Therefore, it would be more accurate to calculate the result after six tries. What do you think? Let me know in the comments!

Washing and drying test of napkins

I'd like to immediately talk about the effectiveness of the station itself. Let's start with the cleaning quality of the wipes. Even after extensive testing, the wipes look significantly better after washing at the station. The water heating feature certainly improves cleaning efficiency. Fortunately, the lack of ridges in the bottom of the station didn't affect the self-cleaning performance. I should also note that the wipes are indeed hot after leaving the station. In everyday use, after washing the floor, the wipes rinse well at the station. Dirt isn't washed away by the pressure of warm water. That's a plus.

I also liked that the robot vacuum no longer swirls its wipes across the ramp when entering a station, as its predecessors did. What if the engineers really listened to my comments, which I compiled in a separate video? If so, that's really cool. :)

I'd also like to point out that the wipes are also dried effectively. They dry completely on the station, thanks to the warm air drying!

I decided to check the temperature myself. In my case, the peak reading in the water inlet area was 45.8 degrees Celsius. Measurement errors, depending on the sensor's installation location and the accuracy of the sensor itself, are possible, but the result was still far from 80 degrees Celsius. However, the drying temperature was high—the sensor showed 58.6 degrees Celsius, which is a good result!

Station maintenance

A few words about station maintenance. After a week of using the robot in a home environment, we see that the station's bottom is actually clean. Some debris has accumulated on the coarse filter, which will need to be cleaned manually periodically. Overall, the station's updated design clearly simplifies maintenance without compromising its self-cleaning performance!

Passability

An equally interesting test is testing the robot's cross-country ability. Here, I'd like to point out that there are two threshold-crossing modes: step-over and synchronized two-wheel crossing. In my opinion, the step-over mode is the gentler one.

Let's start with a 4 cm threshold. It crossed it without a problem, and even with such results, the robot's maneuverability is the best on the market! We raised the threshold to 5 cm, and the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete managed to climb over it! Honestly, I didn't expect this, considering the promotional materials stated a maximum height of 4.2 cm for a single-level threshold. Marketers may edit the information. No thanks! However, the robot couldn't climb over a 6 cm threshold, no matter how hard it tried. I simulated the manufacturer's recommended two-level threshold of 4 cm + 2 cm – the robot's updated wheels are up to the task.

And here's where I can say that the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete truly boasts the best maneuverability on the market. This feature was very useful for me, as I have a threshold in my apartment that none of the robots I reviewed could cross. It's the balcony door threshold, which consists of two sills approximately 2.5 cm thick on the inside and a solid profile approximately 4.5 cm high on the back. The Dreame X50 Ultra Complete crosses it, meaning I no longer have to use an upright vacuum. Awesome!

Driving on black surfaces

Driving over black carpets is no problem. The robot glides over the black carpet as if nothing had happened.

Noise level

As for the noise level, it ranges from 58.5 to 72 dB, depending on the selected operating mode. The noise level is elevated, but it's important to note that the robot is powerful, and these parameters are interrelated.

The station's noise level during self-cleaning is around 72 dB. And here it is, slightly elevated. And that's a good result!

Personal opinion

The Dreame X50 Ultra Complete robot vacuum cleaner has been thoroughly reviewed and tested. According to our rating system, it achieved a score of 252 pointsand expected to lead Overall rating of tested robotic vacuum cleaners according to the project, having displaced the former leader of the rating, his own predecessor Dreame X40 Ultra Complete, which scored 238 points. I'll highlight the pros and cons I found, and then share my opinion on the robot. I liked the following:

1. Very good maneuverability. The best of all the robots I've tested, and there were nearly 200 of them in the test room. The robot can actually cross even a 5 cm threshold, which is impressive.
2. The lidar is concealed within the body, allowing the robot vacuum to clean under furniture as small as 9 cm. This means it can easily pass under a standard 10 cm furniture clearance, even if the floor is uneven or the furniture itself is 10 cm out of alignment, which is common in everyday households.
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. A separate advantage worth highlighting is the fact that the station connects to the sewer and water supply, which significantly distinguishes this robot from some competitors.
6. Maintenance of the station has been simplified thanks to a new design for the wipes. Although it is no longer removable, the flat bottom is virtually impervious to contamination and self-cleans when washed.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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!
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. Automatic lifting of cloths, turbo brush and side brush.
13. The robot vacuum cleaner is not afraid of black surfaces.
14. 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.
15. Built-in voice support "Ok, Dreame" to control the robot with voice commands without using a smartphone.
16. Remote home monitoring function via robot camera.
17. The app, voice notifications, commands, and instructions are fully localized in Russian. The robot is fully market-ready.
18. Extended package includes a year-long set of consumables and accessories.
19. High-quality assembly and high brand authority.
20. Availability of warranty and service.

I was also pleased to see that the engineers worked to address issues already known to exist in the X40 model. Specifically, they added a side brush lift switch, removed the wiper rotation when entering a station, and addressed the issue of tight spaces so the robot wouldn't be afraid to enter spaces it could physically fit into.

Now about the shortcomings, or rather, comments, about the robot. For me personally, the only important thing was that The claimed superior suction power was not confirmed in testsI expected the robot to thoroughly clean a 10 mm gap and reach deeper marks, but no, the miracle didn't happen. This is clearly due to the new central brushes. The engineers prioritized improving the quality of debris collection, including large debris, and the ability to remove tangled hair. Due to the larger gaps, there were some losses. These aren't critical, and even 8 mm is a good result. However, in terms of actual output power, this device is inferior even to its predecessor, the X40.

Also, more of a suggestion for the future than a comment, I'd like to see the side brush improved, implementing a system to prevent hair and fur from tangling. At least, like competitors have done, with two brushes instead of three. Perhaps Dreame's engineers will show the world their own unique solution.

Ultimately, I liked the new Dreame flagship for its updates and definitely recommend it. It's rugged, neat, powerful, battery-efficient, and convenient. It's another significant leap in the brand's lineup, and it lives up to expectations.

On that note, I'd like to end this review. If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments. Happy shopping, everyone. Bye!