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DJI Romo: Revolutionary Robot Vacuum Brings Drone Technology to Your Home
DJI, the global leader in civilian drone technology and creative camera solutions, has officially launched its first robot vacuum series, the DJI Romo, marking its expansion beyond aerial robotics into the smart home cleaning market. This groundbreaking product brings precision engineering, advanced sensing technology, and intelligent navigation—hallmarks of DJI—to household floor care

The Romo series is DJI’s bold entry into a highly competitive market, leveraging expertise in autonomous navigation, obstacle avoidance, and AI-powered systems developed for drones. The Romo lineup demonstrates how drone-grade technology can revolutionize everyday home maintenance
Models and Design Highlights
DJI Romo is available in several designs, including models with a futuristic transparent body and a classic white variant for both the robot and its docking station. The transparent design showcases DJI’s internal engineering, while all models feature cutting-edge cleaning capabilities with advanced self-cleaning base stations and user-friendly interfaces

The top-of-the-range model features dual dispensing compartments—one for standard cleaning solutions and another for floor deodorizer—plus UV dust bag disinfection to ensure a hygienic environment. Across the lineup, the primary differences are visual, with all products equipped with the same high level of technology for cleaning and maintenance
Drone-Grade Obstacle Sensing
What sets the Romo apart is its adoption of millimeter-level obstacle sensing systems derived from DJI’s drone technology. Romo incorporates an array of sensors, including:
- Dual fisheye cameras providing a 170-degree field of view
- Multiple wide-angle solid-state LiDARs for comprehensive area mapping
- 3D Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensors for advanced spatial perception
- AI algorithms for real-time environmental analysis
This sensor fusion enables Romo to detect obstacles as thin as 2mm, such as cables and small toys, while performing efficient path planning and deep cleaning under challenging lighting conditions. The sophisticated navigation lets Romo operate under beds, sofas, and in tight spaces without getting stuck or missing spots.
Intelligent Cleaning and Path Planning
Romo employs intelligent, app-controlled path planning algorithms that optimize cleaning routes based on room structure and real-time obstacle detection. The robot automatically adjusts its approach for different surfaces and items, moving with “human-like” reasoning by avoiding hazards while thoroughly cleaning high-traffic areas and corners.
Multi-room mapping enables Romo to learn and remember layouts across several floors, supporting fully customized cleaning routines that can be managed with the DJI Home app. Users can designate specific cleaning schedules for kitchens, bathrooms, pet areas, and more.
Powerful Cleaning Performance

Romo delivers flagship-level cleaning power, including:
- Suction power up to 25,000 Pa—one of the strongest on the market
- Twin anti-tangle roller brushes for efficiently collecting long hair, pet fur, and large particles without clogging
- Smart debris detection that adapts suction and side brush speed based on what’s encountered, preventing dry debris from being scattered
- Extendable cleaning arms that reach deep into corners and along walls for comprehensive coverage
- Large 164ml onboard water tank ensuring mop pads remain damp for effective cleaning during extended sessions
- Automatic mop lifting to protect carpets from moisture during mopping cycles
The intelligent mopping system applies customizable cleaning solution or deodorizer to mop pads directly in the base station, maintaining optimal coverage and hygiene.
Maintenance-Free Base Station
DJI Romo’s base station features:
- High-pressure mop cleaning jets for superlative self-cleaning after each use
- Large-diameter waste outlets to prevent clogs and extend maintenance cycles
- High-temperature drying to eliminate bacteria and odors from mop pads
- Ultra-quiet operation achieved through proprietary noise reduction engineering, making Romo one of the quietest robotic cleaners available
- Fast charging with a typical full charge in just 2.5 hours, enabling cleaning coverage up to 178 square meters on a single charge.
Advanced App Control and Smart Features
Through the DJI Home app, users can:
- Select smart cleaning modes tailored for specific surfaces and environments
- Customize cleaning intensity, water usage, and path density
- Receive timely maintenance alerts, such as low water or full dust bag notifications
- Utilize Romo’s camera system for remote monitoring and two-factor-authenticated home surveillance, with privacy controls for disabling camera functions when not needed
The Impact of DJI on Home Robotics
DJI’s launch of Romo marks a major milestone in applying drone-derived sensors and AI to smart home cleaning robots. This transfer of high-tech expertise raises industry standards for navigation, cleaning power, and maintenance automation. Benefits for users include:
- Consistently cleaner floors with minimal manual intervention
- Reduced noise and improved convenience—even during nighttime cleaning
- Enhanced health through advanced mop drying, self-cleaning features, and UV disinfection
- App-based customization for a truly hands-free cleaning experience
A New Benchmark in Home Cleaning
The DJI Romo represents a successful fusion of drone engineering with household robotics. With its signature transparent design, obstacle sensing, powerful cleaning capabilities, and ultra-quiet operation, Romo sets a new standard for premium robot vacuums. As DJI continues innovating, the Romo series exemplifies the future of home cleaning—intelligent, autonomous, and effortlessly efficient.

