Xiaomi Roborock S6/T6

In 2019, Xiaomi announced the new Xiaomi Roborock S6 robot vacuum cleaner (also known as the S650, S652, and so on, depending on the model's color), which can certainly be considered the company's flagship model. This third-generation robot has undergone numerous changes, which have improved its specifications and functionality. The release date and, accordingly, the start of sales are planned for May 2019. Below, we provide a detailed review of the Xiaomi Roborock Sweep S6/T6, examining the capabilities of the updated vacuum cleaner and how it differs from the previous flagship. Roborock Sweep One S50.

Equipment

Since the robot vacuum cleaner hasn't yet appeared in online stores, the exact components are unknown, but we do know this:

1. The microfiber cloth for wet cleaning comes with 10 disposable cloths. Now, after cleaning, there's no need to wash the cloth for reinstallation; simply detach the disposable cloth and install a new one. According to unofficial sources, the price of these cloths on AliExpress is $0.50 for 10. In theory, this is quite affordable for the average person.
   

   Disposable wipes

2. The charging base now has a retractable cable.
   

   New base

3. Nozzle for wet cleaning.

Appearance

It's worth noting right away that the new Xiaomi Roborock S6 won the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD 2019 design award, which is a good start. Speaking of appearance, the robot vacuum cleaner is available in both white and black, like its predecessor. Roborock S55The difference is that the new case is matte rather than glossy. This eliminates the problem of fingerprints on the robot, making it less easily soiled.

The buttons on the body have also changed; they are now arranged in one row.

The rest of the design remains unchanged, with one side brush remaining. The central brush, also made of bristles and petals, is located in the center of the body. The main brush has been redesigned, and its sides can be removed for removing pet hair.

Technical specifications

The Xiaomi Roborock T6's key specifications haven't changed much, with more changes in functionality, but we'll talk about that later. As for the robot vacuum's specs, they are as follows:

Nutrition	Li-Ion battery, 5200 mAh
Opening hours	2.5 hours
Charging time	150-180 minutes
Cleaning area	up to 250 square meters
Suction power	up to 2000 Pa
Height of obstacles to be overcome	up to 2 cm
Volume of the waste collection container	500 milliliters
Dimensions	35.3*35*9.65 centimeters
Weight	3.6 kilograms

It is also important to note that the manufacturer claims a 50% reduction in noise levels (down to 40 dB) due to a smaller engine, as well as the introduction of sound-insulating cotton and noise-reducing air filters.

The results are impressive, but we'll have to wait for real-world tests to see how loud the Roborock T6 is in practice.

Functional capabilities

The most interesting changes affect the functionality of the new Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaner. So, to make the differences from its predecessors and all the upgrades clearly visible, let's review them in order.

The first major change is the Map Management 3.0 mapping system. Thanks to the improved navigation system, you can divide rooms into zones, restrict movement (virtual wall), and set a spot for spot cleaning by highlighting a spot on the map or simply pointing your finger at the area you want the robot to clean.

Additionally, the Xiaomi Roborock T6 can store up to three cleaning plans. If you need a robot vacuum for a two-story (or three-story) home, this model will store a floor cleaning plan for each floor.

According to the manufacturer, the new scheduling algorithm (Rock Navigation) reduces cleaning time by 20%. Furthermore, you can now schedule cleaning not only by day but also by time for each room. For example, you can have the robot vacuum clean the bedroom at 10:00 AM and the kitchen at 1:00 PM. Isn't that convenient?

It's also important to note that the robot no longer divides the room into zones on its own, but instead moves from room to room along a pre-defined, optimal route. An example is shown in the image:

Changes have also affected the very heart of the robot's navigation. The Xiaomi Roborock S6/T6's lidar is equipped with three processors, bringing the total number of integrated sensors to 14 (versus 13 in its predecessors). The new flagship Allwinner Technology processor with the R16 series chip makes the robot even smarter, faster, and more efficient. The model also features a processor from Texas Instruments and an updated MCU from STMicroelectronics.

The next innovation, long-awaited by Xiaomi robot vacuum fans, is the ability to adjust the flow rate of water from the reservoir nozzle. Furthermore, the flow of water to the cleaning cloth stops when the robot stops, making this model one of the best. best for wet cleaning.

The central rotating turbo brush has also been redesigned. It can now be disassembled for easier and faster cleaning of hair and pet fur.

The manufacturer uses an E11 class filter that can be washed with water.

And finally, it's important to note that the Xiaomi Roborock S6 robot vacuum cleaner is now compatible with the proprietary Xiao Ai voice assistant, which is designed for voice control of smart devices in the Xiaomi smart home system.

Looking ahead, I'd like to point out that this model became the leader in our updated 2019 rating; you can check it out for yourself:

Advantages and disadvantages

To sum it up, let's highlight the advantages of the updated third-generation model:

1. Updated navigation and cartography.
2. Improved wet cleaning function.
3. Minimum noise level.
4. The ability to direct the robot vacuum cleaner to the desired room for cleaning at the desired time.
5. Easy cleaning of the central brush.
6. Work in the smart home system through voice assistants.
7. High suction power.
8. Operating time up to 2.5 hours, and therefore the possibility of cleaning large areas.
9. Simple and intuitive control via a mobile application.

It's too early to talk about downsides; we need to analyze tests and customer reviews. In any case, for less than $600, this model is unrivaled.

Finally, we recommend watching our own video review of the robot vacuum cleaner:

We also recommend checking out a comparison of Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners:

That concludes our review of the Xiaomi Roborock T6. We hope you found this information useful and interesting!

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