Eufy’s New Robovac Stairlift Solves Multi-Level Cleaning
▼ Summary
– Eufy’s MarsWalker robot is designed to carry a robot vacuum between multiple floors using four arms and a drive-track system, eliminating the need to manually move it or buy separate vacuums for each level.
– The MarsWalker can handle various stair types, builds a 3D home map for navigation, and is a standalone unit with its own charging base, set to launch in spring 2026 with undisclosed pricing and compatibility details.
– A compatible model is the Eufy RoboVac Omni S2, launching in the US in January for $1,599, featuring upgrades like a self-cleaning roller mop, 30,000Pa suction, and enhanced obstacle detection.
– The S2 includes a built-in fragrance system with multiple scents and a cleaning station that automatically empties the bin, washes and dries the mop, and refills the water tank.
– The author plans to view the MarsWalker at IFA and will provide first impressions, noting that while it aims to solve multi-floor cleaning, it still requires two robots (the vacuum and the MarsWalker).
Cleaning multiple floors with a single robot vacuum has long been a challenge for homeowners, but Eufy’s innovative MarsWalker aims to change that. This unique device functions like a stairlift for robot vacuums, using four independently controlled arms to transport compatible models between different levels of a home. Instead of carrying the vacuum yourself or purchasing separate units for each floor, the MarsWalker promises a more integrated automated cleaning experience.
The system operates with a drive-track mechanism, allowing it to navigate straight, L-shaped, and U-shaped staircases. Once the vacuum docks into the MarsWalker, it gets carried to another floor where it can resume cleaning, return to its base for maintenance, or recharge. The unit builds a detailed 3D map of the home to understand where the vacuum needs to go, ensuring efficient multi-level operation.
Scheduled for release in spring 2026, the MarsWalker is a standalone product with its own charging base. While Eufy has not yet disclosed pricing or full compatibility details, the company confirms it will work with several of its robot vacuum models. One confirmed compatible device is the new Eufy RoboVac Omni S2, set to launch in the US in January at $1,599.
The Omni S2 serves as an upgraded version of the S1 Pro, boasting impressive features like 30,000Pa suction power and a self-cleaning roller mop that applies 3.3 pounds of downward pressure. It extends its mop up to 15mm to clean along baseboards and lifts it two inches to avoid wetting carpets. A new DuoSpiral brush reduces tangling, while advanced obstacle detection helps it steer clear of rug tassels and over 200 other objects.
Adding a touch of luxury, the S2 includes a built-in fragrance system that releases scents such as citrus, basil, bergamot, and lychee during cleaning. Its futuristic station handles bin emptying, mopping washing and drying, and refilling the onboard water tank automatically.
Though the MarsWalker effectively eliminates the need to carry a vacuum between floors, it does introduce a second robotic device into the home. Early impressions from its showcase at IFA will provide more insight into its practicality and performance in real-world settings.
(Source: The Verge)
