> At a Glance
> – Robotin R2 swaps modules to vacuum or deep-clean carpet with water
> – Kickstarter backers get units March-April 2026; retail rollout April-June
> – 31.7-inch dock holds 2.4-gal clean/1.6-gal dirty water; needs big floor space
> – Why it matters: One device promises full carpet shampooing without dragging out a bulky carpet cleaner
Until now, robot vacuums could only suck up dirt. At CES 2026, startup Robotin demoed the R2, the first combo unit that washes, vacuums, and dries by swapping snap-on modules.
Modular Two-in-One Design
The core robot slides out its front section and clicks in either:
- A deep-vacuum module for everyday suction on hard floors or rugs
- A wash-and-dry module with rotating brushes, water jets, and heated-air vents
Press two side clips, slide the module out, and pop the other in-no tools needed.
How the Carpet Cycle Works
- Wash phase: 60 minutes for up to 400 ft² using water plus cleaning solution
- Dry phase: 110 °F air circulates for roughly two hours while humidity sensors track moisture
- Navigation: lidar, cliff sensors, 2 cm threshold climb, in-app mapping
Jimson Zhu, Robotin VP of product, told Amanda S. Bennett the process is “largely hands-free” after the module swap.
Docking Station Footprint
| Reservoir | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Clean water tank | 2.4 gal |
| Dirty water tank | 1.6 gal |
| Auto-empty dustbin | 2 L |
The full base measures 31.7 × 18.5 × 25.3 in-about the size of a portable AC-so the R2 targets large laundry rooms or garages rather than studio apartments.
Coming to Market
- March-April 2026: shipments to Kickstarter supporters
- April-June 2026: mass production for general consumers
- Future add-ons: hinted robot-arm module for picking up items
Key Takeaways
- First robotic vacuum that truly shampoos and dries carpet in one cycle
- Modular system keeps vacuum performance intact when you don’t need wet cleaning
- Giant dock demands floor space but offers weeks of hands-off dustbin emptying
If Robotin hits its production window, the R2 could eliminate the hassle of hauling a heavy carpet washer out of storage.
