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ROBOVATIONS/CLASSIFICATION RECORD/ROBOT VACUUMSRELEASED 2020.08REASSESSED 2026.06.11
Wyze

Wyze Robot Vacuum

LiDAR mapping and app scheduling at entry-level pricing. Lacks the dock automation and suction power of premium competitors. Delivers systematic coverage for small to medium homes where budget overrides convenience premiums.

Wyze Robot Vacuum
FIT CHECK

Will the Wyze Robot Vacuum work in your home?

Describe your home using the controls. Each choice reads the spec sheet for you, flagging where the Wyze Robot Vacuum is built for your space and where it isn’t.

Home size

Primary floors

Mopping needs

You want to…

A classification of fit for the conditions you set — not a recommendation. Verdicts describe engineering design intent, not test results.

SPECIFICATION

The full spec sheet.

Priced below the category median, with every figure charted against the category below.

13 in diaTOP3.1 inSIDEDimensional drawing
Key specificationsManufacturer-published
Footprint
13 in dia · 3.1 in tall
Weight
7.3 lbs
Battery
50 Wh · Li-ion
Wi-Fi
2.4 GHz only
Voice
Alexa, Google Home
Mapping & navigation

LiDAR SLAM; single-floor mapping with manual multi-level support

Where it lands · ranked across 184 robot vacuumsThis robotMedianTypical range
Suction2,100Pa
600 Pa36,000 Pa
Bottom of range
Runtime110min
40 min360 min
Near median
Price$250
$120$2,599
Bottom of range
Noise68dB
43 dB80 dB
Near median
Charge time150min
90 min420 min
Below median
Weight7.3lbs
1.5 lbs36.4 lbs
Near median

Position shows where the figure sits across the tracked category — not a quality judgment.

Official referencesProduct page
OWNERSHIP

Living with it.

Consistent performance with minimal degradation over six years in market; low-complexity mechanics.

Launched August 2020 with stable firmware trajectory. No documented major recalls or widespread failure modes. Owner reports spanning four+ years confirm reliable navigation and durable motor performance. Primary failure point is the wheel encoder on uneven surfaces; rare but documented.

Owner effort~15 minhands-on per month
Consumables$20replaceable parts / yr
Reliability trend Stableowner-reported arc
What goes wrong · 3 documented · 1 self-recover
Occasional
LiDAR lens fogging in humid environmentsNavigation becomes unreliable; robot drifts or returns to dock prematurely
Self-recoversWipe LiDAR lens with dry cloth; ensure home humidity under 70% for stable operation
Rare
Wheel encoder slip on high carpet transitionsRobot loses position sense; mapping becomes inconsistent until manually repositioned
Owner fixClean wheel encoders with dry cloth; verify floor is free of obstacles at carpet transitions
Rare
Dust bin seal degradationFine dust escapes during operation; filter efficiency drops
Owner fixInspect rubber seal for cracks every 12 months; replace bin if seal visibly damaged (~$15-20)
Upkeep routine
Weekly52×/yr
Wipe LiDAR lens with dry cloth to prevent humidity fogging (~1 min); inspect wheels for tangled hair or debris.
Monthly12×/yr
Rinse or replace pre-filter if visibly dust-caked; check bin seal integrity (~3 min).
Seasonal4×/yr
Replace main filter (~$8-12); deep-clean all brush assemblies with running water.
Yearly1×/yr
Inspect wheel encoders for wear; replace dust bin if seal is cracked (~$15-20).
As neededno fixed schedule
Empty dust bin into trash; tap filter to dislodge trapped particles.
Cost over time · past the sticker
PurchaseRunning cost
Year 1
$270
Year 3
$310
Year 5
$350

$250 to buy, then about $20 a year for the replaceable parts below. Over three years that is roughly $60 past the sticker price. Excludes electricity and any repairs.

What you replace
  • FilterMonthly$8–12

Replacement cadence from the maintenance schedule; prices shown where the source documents them.

Safety notes

NoteDust dispersal during manual emptying: Manual bin emptying releases accumulated dust into air. Not suitable for allergy-sensitive or immunocompromised households without respiratory protection.

RECORD

How the assessment has moved.

Every announcement, release and reassessment behind the current classification.

Coming soon
Just launched
Active updates
Settled
Discontinued
  1. Oct 2023 · NewsWyze data exposure incident affects app-connected vacuum users
  2. Jan 2025 · Assessment changeReadiness downgraded as line discontinued with no successor
  3. Jul 2026 · AssessmentRobovations Score recorded at 68 of 100
  4. Jul 2026 · AssessmentRobovations Score reassessed, overall unchanged at 68
Common questions

What people actually ask.

5 answered
ComparisonHow does the Wyze vacuum compare to the Wyze Carpet-Cleaning Robot or other Wyze cleaning products?
This is the sole Wyze autonomous vacuum. The brand’s broader smart-home integration (cameras, sensors, smart-home hub) pairs with the vacuum via the single Wyze app, but no other robot vacuum competes directly with it in the Wyze line.
CompatibilityDoes the Wyze Robot Vacuum work without Wi-Fi after the initial setup?
No. Wi-Fi connectivity is required for map storage, app control, and scheduled execution. Offline operation is not supported. Lost network connection mid-cycle causes the robot to return to the dock.
OperationCan I use the Wyze vacuum on carpet if I manually empty the bin more frequently?
Frequent emptying helps, but suction limitation (2,100 Pa) is the primary constraint, not bin capacity. Owner reports document visible dust residue on low-pile carpet even after multiple passes. Not recommended for homes where carpet covers more than 30 percent of floor area.
OperationWhat's the difference between a map and a no-map mode, and which should I use?
The Wyze uses LiDAR for all operation; no random-pattern fallback mode exists. The robot builds a single map on first run and stores it in the app. Manual no-go zones and room edits are possible after initial mapping.
CompatibilityDoes the Wyze Robot Vacuum integrate with Amazon Alexa or Google Home for voice commands?
Yes. Integration via the Wyze app enables basic Alexa and Google Home commands (start, stop, return to dock). No advanced room-selection or scheduling commands via voice; those require the Wyze app interface.

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Availability

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Cite / Embed

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RobovationsAutonomy Ladder™Level IIIConditional AutonomyIndependent classification
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