Xiaomi Viomi Internet Robot Vacuum Cleaner VXRS01

Today, our review focuses on the new Xiaomi Viomi Internet Robot Vacuum Cleaner VXRS01. The manufacturer designed this robot for the average consumer, with the average price under $150. Despite its Chinese origins, the robot vacuum cleaner boasts excellent build quality, exterior features, and functionality. Furthermore, it can dry clean any type of surface, as well as wet mop floors. The device is designed for use both at home and in hotel rooms and offices with limited cleaning space.

Equipment

What's included in the Xiaomi Viomi VXRS01 package?

1. Robot vacuum cleaner.
2. Charging station.
3. Remote control.
4. Power unit.
5. Two side brushes.
6. Separate tank for liquid.
7. Two microfiber cloths.
8. HEPA filter.
9. Brush for cleaning the filter.
10. Operating instructions.

The kit is fairly basic, containing only the essentials for autonomous robotic cleaning. The robot is delivered in its original box and protective packaging, as expected.

Design

Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners are characterized by their round, white plastic body. The Viomi Internet Robot Vacuum Cleaner VXRS01 is silver, but the shape remains the same. The device's appearance is respectable for its price range. The top of the robot houses the display and main control button, the dust bin cover, and an infrared sensor for orientation. A dust bin full sensor is also included.

When viewed from the side, the device is quite traditional: one side features a protective bumper with sensors to prevent collisions with obstacles, the other side features ventilation holes and a power button, as well as a connector for the charging cable.

The back of the Xiaomi Viomi Internet Robot Vacuum Cleaner VXRS01 looks like this: two drive wheels, a front roller, charging contacts, a suction hole, a battery cover, and anti-fall sensors.

The main difference of the new model is the presence of two side brushes instead of the single one found in its predecessors. This is a distinct advantage of the Xiaomi Viomi Internet Robot Vacuum Cleaner VXRS01. However, the central brush is missing, replaced by a suction hole, so this robot vacuum cleaner does not have a turbo brush, so keep that in mind.

In addition, the device features gyroscope-based navigation. This allows the robotic cleaner to precisely position itself and determine its own location and speed.

Technical specifications

A description of the main technical characteristics of the Viomi Robot Vacuum Cleaner VXRS01 is given below:

Battery	Lithium-ion, 2000 mAh, 11.1 V
Battery life on a single charge	About 120 minutes
Charging time	300-360 minutes
Power consumption	20 W
Suction power	1200 Pa
Dust collector	Cyclone filter (bagless), 350 ml
Separate liquid tank	200 ml
Passability	Up to 1.5 cm
Overall dimensions	310x310x78 mm
Weight	2.3 kg
Noise level	60 dB

As you can see, the robot vacuum cleaner is compact (just 78 millimeters tall), has a good battery, and offers strong suction. It also boasts excellent maneuverability, able to overcome thresholds and obstacles up to 1.5 centimeters high.

Functional capabilities

This robot vacuum cleaner is equipped with a new-generation brushless motor, which allows it to better capture both large particles of debris and the smallest dust, wool, hair, and other debris on the floor.

The Xiaomi Viomi Internet Robot Vacuum Cleaner VXRS01 cleans using two rotating cleaning brushes on the sides and a suction module. The dust collector is equipped with a HEPA filter for more effective air purification. Optionally, you can install a separate tank for wet cleaning, fill it with water, and attach a microfiber cloth. The robot can simultaneously perform both cleaning functions: vacuuming and mopping.

The main turbo brush is missing, meaning the vacuum cleaner won't handle carpets (it only performs surface cleaning). On the other hand, you won't have to constantly clean the turbo brush of tangled hair and pet hair.

The Xiaomi Viomi Internet Robot Vacuum Cleaner VXRS01 robotic vacuum cleaner can automatically adapt to environmental conditions and plot the optimal route. It navigates using a variety of built-in sensors, described in more detail in another section.

As the test showed, the robot vacuum cleaner does not fall off tables or other elevated surfaces, does not crash into chair legs, and does not even chew on wires lying on the floor.

Advantages and disadvantages

In conclusion of today's review, we will once again highlight the advantages and disadvantages of the Xiaomi Viomi Internet Robot Vacuum Cleaner VXRS01.

The main advantages of the robot:

1. Reasonable price.
2. Stylish case, high-quality assembly.
3. Small size.
4. Good lithium-ion battery.
5. High suction power.
6. Robot vacuum cleaner cross-country ability.
7. Average noise level.
8. Modern brushless motor.
9. Smart cleaning route planning.
10. Multiple sensors for spatial orientation.
11. High quality of cleaning services.
12. Wet floor mopping function (can be used in conjunction with dry mopping).

Disadvantages of a robot vacuum cleaner:

1. The set does not include a travel limiter.
2. Small volume of dust collector and water tank.
3. There are no instructions in Russian.

Considering the price, features, and specifications, it's safe to say this is one of the best robot vacuums in its price segment in 2019. Thanks to the second brush, this robot can clean better on hard floors than Xiaomi Xiaowa E202-00 Robot Vacuum Cleaner Lite, but due to the lack of full navigation it is inferior to the more expensive one Xiaomi Mi Roborock Sweep OneOverall, the model is good and definitely worth attention.

Finally, we recommend watching a foreign video review of the Xiaomi Viomi Internet Robot Vacuum Cleaner VXRS01, where you can see this robot vacuum cleaner unboxed and tested:

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

Analogues:

• Xiaomi Xiaowa Robot Vacuum Cleaner Lite
• iLife A8
• Kitfort KT-533
• iLife V50
• GUTREND FUN 120
• iRobot Roomba 606
• Polaris PVCR 0920WV