> At a Glance
> – Beatbot unveiled the AquaSense X ecosystem-a pool robot that empties and rinses itself
> – The $4,250 system includes a 22-liter dock that clears debris and charges the bot
> – Sales start January 5, 2026, with the first 500 pre-orders securing extra perks
> – Why it matters: Pool owners can skip the messy, hands-on cleanup that other robots still require
Pool owners have long traded manual scrubbing for robot helpers, but emptying the soggy debris basket remained an unavoidable chore-until now. At CES 2026, Beatbot revealed the first ecosystem that empties, rinses, and charges itself, nixing the dirtiest part of pool upkeep.
How the Self-Cleaning Dock Works
After a cleaning cycle, you simply park the AquaSense X on the freestanding AstroRinse Cleaning Station. A high-pressure rotating backflush blasts debris off the filter and into a sealed 22-liter waste bin. In three minutes the robot is clean, charged, and ready for the next run.
- Holds roughly two weekly cleaning cycles before the bag needs swapping
- Disposable dust bag keeps gunk contained and limits mess
- Users touch nothing but the dock during the entire process
Smarts Under the Hood
Beatbot pairs the self-emptying trick with upgraded navigation and suction. Dual bottom ultrasonic sensors map steps, ledges, and shallow tanning shelves, while Beatbot AI 2.0 and the HybridSense AI Vision system now recognize 40 types of debris-double last year’s count-on both the pool floor and water surface.
| Spec | AquaSense X |
|---|---|
| Runtime | 3+ hours per charge |
| Debris Detection | 40 types, floor & surface |
| Waste Capacity | 22 liters (~2 weekly cycles) |
| Price | $4,250 |
Price and Early-Bird Access
The full AquaSense X ecosystem hits shelves on January 5, 2026. The first 500 buyers can reserve a unit with a $250 deposit and receive time-limited launch bonuses, though Beatbot has not detailed those extras yet.
Key Takeaways
- Beatbot’s new dock eliminates the manual basket-emptying step that plagues every other pool robot
- A 22-liter sealed bin and quick-rinse system handle debris for weeks at a time
- Premium navigation and suction keep the bot competitive at a top-tier price
If the system performs as promised, pool owners may finally achieve the dream of truly hands-off pool care-provided they can stomach the $4,250 price tag.
