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Android Authority
7 hours ago
- Android Authority
The eufy Omni E28 is a handy 2-in-1 robot vacuum and deep cleaner
eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 The eufy Omni E28 is a reliable enough robot vacuum that cleans hard and carpeted floors very well, but the real reason to consider buying one is the unique base station that can split into a portable deep cleaner, which is great for getting tough stains out of carpets. It isn't the best robovac in isolation, but the combo means you get a lot of cleaning power for the price tag. I review a lot of robot vacuum cleaners, so it's always nice to check out a product in the category that tries something new. After unboxing the eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28, I was met with a good-looking robot vacuum, but also some oddities that were attached to the oversized base station — most notably, a great big hose on the side. That grafted on hose and other compartments are key to the eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28, which is a combination robot vacuum with a base station that doubles as a portable carpet deep cleaner. The eufy team is doing a great job thinking outside the box to satisfy all of your floor cleaning needs, but is this the right solution for you? I tested it to find out. How does it perform as a robot vacuum? Jonathan Feist / Android Authority The eufy team at Anker has released two unique bots this year, the first being the stick-robot vacuum hybrid I reviewed earlier this year. The eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 takes a different approach by offering a deep cleaner for carpets and other fabric surfaces like sofas, mattresses, and car seat covers. First and foremost, the E28 is a capable and reliable robot vacuum. The E28 has the 'Omni' designation, meaning it vacuums and mops your floors in robot vacuum mode. The bot delivers up to 20,000Pa of suction pressure, paired with a full-width mop roller. I had to rescue it from some snags, but no more than the average for all bots I've tested, and there are very few places in my home that this bot could not reach to clean. The bot's mop also does a great job of not only scrubbing the floor but also soaking up the water as it passes, so my floors are only mildly damp after cleaning. Jonathan Feist / Android Authority It's also equipped with many other new features, including improved anti-tangle brushes, the CornerRover Arm for edge sweeping and reaching into corners (the edge mopping is a bit weak, still), and an improved mop roller system. Fewer tangles, a cleaner mop roller, and big suction power make for a capable cleaning robot vacuum. It's not all great, though. While the bot runs quietly during normal operation, it can get noisy when it struggles to navigate around new impassable objects in my space. For example, if I leave a door closed, the E28 fails to recognize that that room is now inaccessible; it continues to bump into the door, looking for a gap to sneak through. The Omni E28 is a capable and reliable robot vacuum. It also hits one of my tables a lot. The bot itself is short enough to fit under the bar, but the LiDAR turret is too tall. Because of this, the bot continually attempts to run under the bar, stopping when the LiDAR turret makes contact. The bot seems confused and continues trying to get through the space. I've come to ignore the 30 seconds of continual thumping until the bot gives up on that spot. Jonathan Feist / Android Authority I also wish the object detection were a little less aggressive for leaves. I commonly track small leaves into the house from my back yard, they are usually dried and would pose no issue for the vacuum systems, but if they are curled up just a bit too tall, the E28 treats them as an object to be avoided. The latest navigation and object detection sensors are still an improvement over previous eufy robot vacuums. Smart Dirt Detection, Smart Carpet Cleaning, AI object detection, and laser navigation all result in more reliable floor cleaning. However, the above issues aren't things you'll encounter with the best robot vacuums you can buy. While I'll admit it's not the best robot vacuum I've tested, the eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 is above average in terms of capabilities and reliability; that's a win in my books when you consider the real reason you'd want to buy it: the deep cleaner function. Going deeper Jonathan Feist / Android Authority Here's where the eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 really gets smart. For those harder-to-clean surfaces, the top half of the base station lifts off and can be carried away as a fully operational deep cleaner. Pop off the cover on the left side to reveal the hose and cleaner head with sprayer jets, scrubbing surfaces, and a suction slot. The water tanks are affixed to this top half, so the bot and the hand-held cleaner use the same reservoir of water and detergent. I'll be blunt: I really like the Deep Cleaner function. Gone are the days of renting a huge cleaner from the grocery store if you have a little spill on your favorite carpet. Since the E28 uses the same water system for the bot and the deep cleaner, the Deep Cleaner is always ready to go. The hardest part about getting set up for a deep clean is unplugging the cord and plugging it back in where you need to clean. Seriously easy. Robot vacuums, a stick vac, and now a deep cleaner, what more could you need? In my particular situation, the E28 is the perfect companion bot for my house. I have the eufy Robot Vacuum E20 ($549.99 at Amazon) in my living room, but my living room is on a different level than the rest of the house, and it's filled by a big rug, perfect for a unit that only vacuums. With the E28, I can clean and mop my main floors separately with the deep clean function and let the bot do the rest. Jonathan Feist / Android Authority The only real downside is that the bot works through the water reservoir fairly quickly. For normal floor mopping, it lasts a long time, but the deep cleaner can eat through an entire tank in just a few minutes. That's its job, of course, so it's not really surprising. There's more than enough water for some spot cleaning, but I only barely made it through a quick once-over of my little rug. eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 review verdict: Is it worth it? Jonathan Feist / Android Authority If you want a quality robot vacuum that doubles as a deep cleaner for your carpets, this is the bot for you. If you don't care about the deep cleaner, but still want a robot vacuum that excels at mopping, the eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 is still a good contender in its price range, as long as you can live with some strange navigation quirks. For a more rounded robot vacuum, the Narwal Freo Z10 ($798.99 at Narwal) and Eureka J15 Pro Ultra($799.99 at Amazon) stand out in this price range. The Eureka bot is a last-gen flagship model, and the Narwal unit is more of a mid-tier current-gen unit, but they both navigate similarly and produce similar cleaning results. Jonathan Feist / Android Authority The bonus of the deep cleaner makes the eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 a valuable purchase, but only if you need a deep cleaner in your home. If you don't want the deep cleaner, one of the other mid-tier bots might serve you well, or stay tuned for the upcoming eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E25 that is on pre-order now, and will begin delivery a few months after the E28. The E25 shares most of the same hardware as the E28, but saves you some cash by not including the deep cleaner in the base station. eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 Powerful vacuum • Deep Cleaner for carpet • Reliable navigation MSRP: $1,299.99 A capable automated floor cleaner, with a powerful deep cleaner. The eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 is a capable automated floor cleaner, with strong suction power and a strong mop roller. The base station doubles as a portable carpet deep cleaner. See price at Amazon Positives Deep cleaner option Deep cleaner option Reliable robot vacuuming and mopping Reliable robot vacuuming and mopping Great edge sweeping Cons Average edge mopping Average edge mopping Navigation and object detection could be better
Otago Daily Times
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Otago Daily Times
M5 legend blends old and new
ROAD TEST It's a new era, and this is no error. That's the message from BMW on why it has chosen to configure the latest version of a famous performance weapon, the M5, with plug-in hybrid power. As much as the fanbase might have mixed views about why this super sedan had to change, they can be reassured of one factor. That for all the new degree of good electric brings out, this machine is still fabulously bad. Yes, you might think the engine — still a V8, mind — sounds a bit flat and reckon that the car, as a whole, is right at the outer edge in terms of complexity. On the other hand, the M5 remains a technical titan and still has a full out "driver's car" feel. And there's definite wonderment from discovering that, yes, it can actually be economical (for an M5). Plus it looks fantastic, not least in the test car's surely high-fuss Frozen Gray paint. This latest M5 is a fascinating blend of old and new. V8 petrol is all about thunderous, thumping thrust ... but historically is never great for thrift. And, in respect to emissions? Don't even go there. Electric delivers power aplenty, but is often damned for lacking soul. Plus, the harder you go, the faster it depletes. If full-on is your driving style, even the biggest batteries struggle to meet demand. For 40 years, since the original E28 version was launched using the 3.5-litre straight-six engine from the BMW M1, the M5 has ruled the high-performance sedan world by drawing energy from petrol alone. Yet it quite simply cannot survive in the here-and-now without heading down a different path. The beating heart of the beast offers familiarity with a twin-turbocharged 4.4-litre V8 petrol engine that on its own musters up to 436kW of power and 750Nm of torque, the latter from just 1800rpm. The trick this time round is that it operates in conjunction with a 145kW and 280Nm electric motor mounted inside the car's ZF eight-speed automatic gearbox. Maximum power and torque figures when the petrol engine and electric motor are operating in full accord are 535kW and 1000Nm. As much as keeping the serious petrol engine and adding serious electric involvement, with plug-in recharging, is a new turn, at least there are still eight cylinders for a car that otherwise continues very much as it always has, on its own terms, laying down its own "supercar in a sedan body" lore. With its electric motor powered by an 18.6kWh battery, this M5 can purportedly run for close to 70km on electricity alone, tipping a useful wink to eco awareness. The primary point of the electric assistance, though, is to make the M5 even faster, even more accelerative and even more stomping than before. Fully unleashed it is breathtakingly brutal, yet at the same time as it claims a 0-100kmh sprint time of 3.5secs, BMW can also "hand on heart" say the M5 is capable of returning a fuel consumption of 1.7 litres per 100km. The smaller print with this figure from the official WLTP test, is that to stand any chance of seeing it involves keeping its battery topped up all the time and adhering very strictly to the testing protocol. Not likely? In which case, the more relevant count might be the depleted battery consumption figure, of 10.3 litres per 100km. I saw something near that on test. I also saw old historic habit, with instant return results in the 20s. Well, it's an M5. Driving it for reasonable distance at relevant speeds in pure electric was always possible during the whole week of test, all the same. It all comes down to how well you acquaint yourself with the car's operating options. As simple as it is to set up shortcuts to allow it to be either an angel or a demon at the press of a button, it is nonetheless a highly complex car. There are so many permutations. As much as the M5 is very obviously a hotted-up version of the brand's regular 5-Series/i5, it nonetheless presents as something far more special; a precise and involving weapon. With the cabin, the performance thematic demands a red engine stop-start button, and BMW M Sport red, blue and purple flashes everywhere you look, from the touchscreen to the fabric of the seatbelts to the little illuminated logos inset into the front bucket seats. Being an M it also gets carbon-fibre galore. The cabin proper is roomy and comfortable; anyone brave enough to ride along in this rocket will find decent head and legroom in the back. Overall quality is extremely good. The big feature is of course that massive, curved twin-screen digital layout atop the dashboard — 31cm for the instrument display, and 38cm for the infotainment screen. M5s are not in any way "soft" cars, but the ride is very firm. On the move, jolting means the click-wheel "iDrive" controller is your go-to. Try stabbing at a screen and the chance of hitting the wrong prompts is high. The car's M-ness in respect to operability means it has paddle shifters in carbon fibre, M1 and M2 memory buttons on the steering wheels and buttons on the centre console that trigger "road", "sport" and "race" modes. The first two are legitimate for public environs. The latter really not. Fiddling with the driving modes also changes the suspension firmness, the steering weight, the throttle response, and whether you want extra snappy responses from the eight-speed automatic gearbox. On top of this, you can sort the instruments in multiple ways, all with M-specific graphics and details. I also set up the memory buttons for two extremes of operability; the first was basically tailored towards as extreme performance as I dared — so, basically, a lot of settings in sport and sport plus — and the latter was for relaxed hybrid-rich driving mode, which of course is the new territory. As new as an M5 with ability to run wholly in electric is, even when it is pulling fully or mainly from the battery, it still feels brisker than any everyday EV. The only commonality is that it is totally quiet. I found I could escape our sub-division wholly in electric mode and then involve the engine coming up to the 100kmh sector our lane feeds into. You would wonder if this might be a bit of a stress for the engine, not least given this would be an engagement coming at the start of day, but BMW's engineers have clearly thought about that and refined the drivetrain accordingly so that the engine isn't rudely awakened from dormancy. Even then, the engagement is pretty seamless; you are more aware of the engine's background roar as it awakens rather than any jolting as two become one. Once the engine warms, it is even smoother. The engineering is pretty amazing, really. Another neat tweak is that it will pre-position in a gear to allow it to deliver a punch of 450Nm of torque for brief periods, if that is all you want. You can also charge the battery pack as you drive. That's worth considering because the car can only charge at up to 7kW on AC power, it takes hours to replenish. In briefing for the M5, M boss Franciscus van Meel admitted a multitude of options were considered — including smaller engines with fewer cylinders and a non-plug-in hybrid system — before concluding the V8 was integral to the appeal of the car and that a useful electric range was desirable in Europe especially. The challenge from then was to make the hybrid system powerful enough, and the chassis of the M5 competent enough, to overcome the significant weight gain of a plug-in hybrid system — some 500kg. The car's mass is significant at 2510kg. That's a full-on SUV count for a four-door sedan, whose heritage has been built on not just massive "kapow", but also scalpel-sharp handling and precision. Conceivably, the kilo count is why it has so much wallop, but to be fair, the car carries its tonnage really well. Yes, there are occasions when you are aware of it being a giant paperweight, but unlike the heavier-again XM, it escapes feeling ponderous and, when driving hard, it still feels fleet and intuitive. The mass is only really noticeable when braking hard and, even then, the car keeps very good balance and turn-in. What you become grateful for is how well planted and resolutely stable it feels. Even when surfaces are poor and the ride is set to the almost circuit-tuned sport plus mode it doesn't jump around. Fans of predecessor M5s will be pleased the V8 is still able to sound off loudly, with a satisfying snarl at lower revolutions, but be disappointed it lacks the jagged chatter of the old mill. They could well also need convincing about why a car that was complex enough in previous forms is much, much more so now. Even so, the M5 is a legend. There's nothing to say this one is not worthy of the badge. AT A GLANCE BMW M5 Overall rating: ★★★★★ Design and styling: ★★★★ Interior: ★★★★★ Performance: ★★★★★ Ride and handling: ★★★★ Safety: ★★★★★ Environmental: ★★★★ SPECIFICATIONS: Price: $244,900 ($254,600 as tested with BMW individual paint $7100, trailer tow hitch $2600). Powertrain: 4.4 litre twin-turbo V8 and electric motor, maximum combined power 550kW, maximum combined torque 1000Nm. Transmission: Eight-speed automatic, four-wheel drive with 2WD option. Safety rating: Five-star Ancap. Wheels and tyres: Alloy wheels, 285/40 R20 front, 295/40 R21 rear tyres. Fuel and economy: Premium unleaded fuel, 1.7L/100km on WLTP3 cycle (10.3L/100km on petrol alone), tank capacity 68 litres. Emissions: 38g per kilometre on combined cycle. Dimensions: Length, 5096mm; width, 1970mm; height, 1510mm. By Richard Bosselman
Tom's Guide
20-05-2025
- Tom's Guide
Eufy has just dropped a new robot vacuum that doubles as a detachable deep cleaner
The best robot vacuums can be a lifesaver when deep cleaning our floors. And for those with a household of pets or young children, you'll know the perils of dealing with stubborn surface stains. That's why I was excited to hear of Eufy's latest robot vacuum, which has solved my biggest problem with spot cleaning. The Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 for $999 is a robot vacuum and all-in-one cleaning station with one unique 'Industry First' feature. It comes with a 'FlexiOne' detachable, portable cleaner that you can easily use to tackle ingrained messes or tough stains on carpets, stairs and upholstery. More importantly, the E28 will offer a more thorough, deep clean, allowing you to get around the home easily — something no other robot vacuum has done before. In addition, the E28 is equipped with a powerful 20,000 Pa Turbo Suction, which is essentially professional-grade. It automatically adjusts suction pressure and water flow to the type of messes you're cleaning. So you'll never miss any spots! This E28 is a fantastic robot vacuum that can practically do it all. It has a portable detachable cleaner for deep cleaning, and 20,000 Pa Turbo Suction. The all-in-one cleaning station can self-empty, self-clean, hot air dry, dispense detergent automatically, collect wastewater, and self-refill. It has everything you need for a complete, hands-free cleaning experience. The Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 is an impressive upgrade from the recent Eufy E20 that can convert into a handheld or stick vacuum. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Perhaps the highlight of the E28 is the fact that it has a portable, detachable spot cleaner that can be used to tackle spills or stubborn stains on carpets, a couch or on stairs. Its DuoSpiral Detangle Brushes capture stubborn hair without having to unravel a tangled mess — ideal for pet parents. It also has a CornerRover arm designed to offer 100% edge-to-edge cleaning, which is ideal for tackling baseboards and corners. Other upgraded features include a 'HydroJet' system that offers 'professional', cleaning power, and advanced AI recognition and obstacle avoidance. What's more, it can also identify and avoid over 200 objects — very handy! The E28's all-in-one system also has convenient settings, including self-cleaning, refilling, emptying, and hot air drying in minutes. Not only does this ensure top hygiene and maintenance — but you'll never have to get your hands dirty! Similar to previous Eufy models, you can customize your cleaning modes and schedules, set no-go zones, and it even has multi-floor cleaning, which comes in useful if you have a few levels to get around. It comes at a hefty price, but you get the versatility of having a 2-in-1, portable spot cleaner. So if you want to make light work of every cleaning task, the Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 has got you covered. The Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 is now available for $999 on in the U.S. and £999 in the UK.
Irish Daily Mirror
20-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Daily Mirror
‘Ireland's No1 robot vacuum brand' Eufy launches new robo-vacs E28 and Omni E25
Renowned smart home firm Eufy has just added two new robo-powered cleaning systems to its line-up of vacuums. Eufy is an offshoot of the acclaimed Anker Innovations company just like the popular Soundcore (audio) and Nebula (projectors) brands. The Eufy family of products centres on the smart home. In the Eufy stable you will find everything from wireless security systems to cordless stick vacuums. Eufy Clean also makes powerful robot vacuums, such as last year's high-end models X10 Pro Omni (which we reviewed here) and the universally acclaimed flagship model Eufy Omni S1 Pro. Eufy was named Ireland's No1 robot vacuum brand by Euromonitor late in 2024 when the firm became the top selling robot vacuum brand, beating off stiff competition in retail sales. Now the firm has announced two of its newest innovative deep cleaning systems: Eufy Omni E28 and Eufy Omni E25 robotic vacuums. Eufy said both are equipped with HydroJet self-cleaning mopping capabilities and industry-leading 20,000 Pa suction power. Here's everything you need to know about the new products… Boasting an innovative 'FlexiOne' design, the Eufy Omni E28 debuts as the world's first robot vacuum and mop system equipped with a detachable portable deep cleaner. This allows a detachable motor to power different elements of the product, the E28's base station water tank can be detached to use as a portable deep cleaner for powerful targeted stain removal on furniture, stairs, carpets and more. The company said this makes it perfect for tackling messes on carpets, stairs and sofas. The E28 is positioned as an all-in-one cleaning solution to deep clean with unmatched versatility and 20,0000 Pa suction power. Engineered to provide powerful suction for effective debris removal on various surfaces, the vacuum uses a DuoSpiral double roller brush to more effectively remove dust and hair buried deep in carpet. The HydroJet self-cleaning mop system comes with built-in double scraper cleaning mechanisms. The E28 mop rollers self-clean 360 times per minute by scraping away dirty water from the floor surfaces. Additionally, the industry's highest force of pressure for a mopping system includes 15N (3.3lbs) of downwards pressure to deep clean hard floors. Eufy Omni E25 also includes the powerful same self-cleaning HydroJet mopping system as the E28 and the same powerful deep cleaning 20,000 Pa suction power. It's a more affordable option for smart, efficient cleaning as it does not include the portable deep cleaner. The company's own retractable DuoSpiral Brushes prevent hair entanglement and reduce maintenance frequency. And its new CornerRover Arm automatically extends when hard-to-reach corners and edges are detected. Eufy Omni E28 is on sale now at for €999 and on Amazon for €1187. Eufy Omni E25 is also on sale at for €849 and is on Amazon for €1009.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TÜV Rheinland Awards Effective Deep Cleaning Certification to Anker Innovations' eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28
SHENZHEN, China, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TÜV Rheinland Greater China, an international independent third-party testing, inspection, and certification organization has awarded its Effective Deep Cleaning Certification to the eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 from Anker Innovations. The latest model featuring a portable deep cleaner integrated into its Omni station. This certification underscores the E28's superior performance across multiple cleaning dimensions, showcasing significant advancements in next-generation robotic cleaning technology. Robot vacuum-mop devices have firmly established themselves as a core category within the cleaning appliance industry. Driven by intense focus in both R&D and market demand, the category has evolved rapidly in recent years, making significant strides in overcoming traditional limitations. Historically, robot vacuum-mops were considered less effective than dedicated floor scrubbers, but thanks to emerging technologies such as intelligent stain recognition and enhanced mop design, the performance gap between the two categories is narrowing quickly. These advancements have enabled the latest generation of robot vacuum-mops to deliver outstanding cleaning capabilities. To support consumers in making more informed and intuitive choices, TÜV Rheinland has extended its Effective Deep Cleaning certification—originally developed for floor scrubbers—to include robot vacuum-mop products. The certification provides a structured evaluation based on real-world cleaning scenarios and focuses on three key performance areas: First, full-scene cleaning performance is tested through over 10 rigorous assessments, including dust removal from hard floors and carpets, large debris pickup, and hair entanglement management. Second, intelligent mopping capabilities are evaluated, particularly in handling both dry and wet stubborn stains. Third, base station ecosystem performance is assessed across eight dimensions, including dust collection efficiency, self-cleaning functionality, and sterilization performance. The eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28, recently launched overseas by global smart home leader Anker Innovations, has been awarded TÜV Rheinland Effective Deep Cleaning certification in this expanded category. The eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E28 excelled in testing, achieving a floor dust removal rate exceeding 90% and a 100% large particle removal rate. In hair entanglement tests using 30 cm human hair, the E28 consistently demonstrated outstanding anti-tangle performance. It also effectively removed 24-hour dried coffee stains, demonstrating robust mopping performance. Additionally, the mop exhibited remarkable self-cleaning performance, while the base station's cleaning solution achieved a self-cleaning sterilization rate above 99%, affirming the E28's exceptional performance throughout the cleaning cycle. TÜV Rheinland Effective Deep Cleaning certification establishes a new benchmark for the performance of next-generation robot vacuum-mops. By basing evaluations on actual usage conditions, the certification helps highlight products that excel in real-life environments while simplifying the decision-making process for consumers. As cleaning appliance technologies continue to evolve, TÜV Rheinland remains committed to collaborating with industry innovators. Through a rigorous, science-based certification system, TÜV Rheinland will continue to drive product excellence and deliver cleaner, more intelligent solutions to households around the world. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE TUV Rheinland Greater China
