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3i S10 Ultra

3i · Robot VacuumsIIIConditionalReady Now
ActivityLiveLast entry Feb 5, 2025Robot profile
Changes recorded2Since Jan 2025
Latest changeFeb 52025Step forward
ClassificationStableNo change to its level or readiness since Jan 2025
Sources cited3linksAcross 3 domains

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Jan 2025AprJulOctJan 2026AprJulJan 9, 2025 · Step forward · 3i S10 Ultra unveiled at CES 2025 with WaterRecycle dockFeb 5, 2025 · Step forward · 3i S10 Ultra begins shipping in North American marketToday

2025

2 changes

  • 2 steps forward
Step forward

3i S10 Ultra begins shipping in North American market

The 3i S10 Ultra launched on Amazon in November 2024 at $1,899.99 MSRP, shipping through us.3itech.com and confirmed resellers.

Release · Commercialus.3itech.com
Full assessment4 claims · 4 technical notes · 2 sources
ReleaseCommercialStep forward

Where it stands
3i S10 Ultra
Autonomy Ladder
Level IIIConditional Autonomy
Human Readiness
Robovations Score
69Capable
What happened

The WaterRecycle dock shipped as described in CES materials. Owner feedback was minimal at this stage given the brand's first-ever product release; reliability and app stability data were not yet accumulating at meaningful volume.

Bottom line

The product launched on Amazon in November 2024; early owner data was sparse in the first weeks of availability to assess dock reliability or app stability longitudinally.

Impact

On autonomy

  • LiDAR mapping and AI avoidance functional per first-unit owner reports
  • App-based scheduling and room segmentation operational at shipping build

On readiness

  • Commercial availability confirmed; product ships as announced at $1,299
  • Owner feedback pool sparse at initial release given new brand status
  • Warranty and support channel depth not yet tested at volume
Claim check

4 maker claims checked against the record. Open one to read the finding.

Ships immediately after CES announcement
Documented findingRetail availability confirmed via Amazon in November 2024, prior to CES 2025; the S10 Ultra was already shipping when CES took place
WaterRecycle operates without user intervention between cartridge changes
Documented findingEarly owner reports describe dock functioning as documented; cartridge replacement confirmed as the primary recurring maintenance action
Easy setup guided by 3i app
Documented findingOwner reports describe standard LiDAR mapping run on first use; setup complexity relative to established brands not yet independently documented
Full smart-home integration available at launch
Documented findingMatter, Google Home, and Alexa reported functional; depth of integration and failure rate not yet captured in early owner feedback
Evidence

2 sources · all linked

  1. 13i Official Product Page15 Jan 2025
  2. 2Tom's Guide3 Feb 2025
Technical notes
4 sections

Release Build

The 3i S10 Ultra began shipping to North American customers through Amazon and us.3itech.com at $1,899.99 MSRP, with availability confirmed starting November 2024. No firmware version string was publicly disclosed at initial retail launch per available product documentation.

WaterRecycle Dock at Shipping

Self-distillation and self-washing cycles shipping as described at CES. Mop pad auto-wash cycle confirmed operational. Water cartridge cadence of approximately 30 days per manufacturer specification.

App and Connectivity

3i app available for iOS and Android at launch. LiDAR-generated map with room labeling and zone scheduling functional per early setup reports. Matter integration present in release build; Google Home and Alexa linkage functional per manufacturer materials.

Early Owner Feedback

Owner reports at this stage were sparse. No failure patterns documented in available forum sources within the first 30 days of shipping; feedback volume was limited given new brand and small initial customer base.

Step forward

3i S10 Ultra unveiled at CES 2025 with WaterRecycle dock

3i announced the S10 Ultra at CES 2025, introducing a WaterRecycle distillation dock that recycles mop water without manual refill.

Announcement · Commercialtheverge.com
Full assessment5 claims · 4 technical notes · 2 sources
AnnouncementCommercialStep forward

Where it stands
3i S10 Ultra
Autonomy Ladder
Level IIIConditional Autonomy
Human Readiness
Robovations Score
69Capable
What happened

The announcement positioned 3i as a new entrant at the $1,899.99 MSRP tier alongside established vacuum-mop hybrids. Brand reliability track record and post-launch support depth were the primary open questions at the time of the show.

Bottom line

The WaterRecycle dock is a documented hardware feature; the brand's support and reliability depth required market time to assess.

Impact

On autonomy

  • LiDAR-based mapping and AI obstacle avoidance confirmed in manufacturer specifications
  • Multi-room scheduling and autonomous dock return documented in product materials
  • No teleop fallback reported; Level III classification trajectory indicated at announcement

On readiness

  • Premium launch price of $1,299 set at CES, above mid-tier hybrid vacuum-mop segment
  • 3i brand had no prior shipping product history at time of announcement
  • North American availability confirmed via us.3itech.com at reveal
Claim check

5 maker claims checked against the record. Open one to read the finding.

WaterRecycle dock eliminates all water maintenance
Documented findingManufacturer materials confirm distillation loop; monthly water cartridge replacement (~$20-$30) still required per product documentation
18,000 Pa suction for deep cleaning performance
Documented findingManufacturer spec sheet lists 18,000 Pa per Amazon product listing; third-party validation not yet available at announcement
UltraReach mop extends for full edge coverage
Documented findingManufacturer describes lateral mop extension for edges and corners; full-width coverage documentation absent from announcement materials
Matter, Google Home, and Alexa integration included
Documented findingManufacturer confirms Matter support at announcement; integration depth not independently verified at show
New brand positioned as premium competitor to established players
Documented findingNo prior shipping product history for 3i; brand reliability pedigree undocumented at CES 2025
Evidence

2 sources · 1 linked

  1. 13i Press Release (CES 2025)7 Jan 2025named, not linked
  2. 2The Verge9 Jan 2025
Technical notes

4 sections

Platform Overview

The 3i S10 Ultra was announced at CES 2025 as the brand’s debut product. Suction rated at 18,000 Pa. Navigation uses LiDAR and AI-based obstacle avoidance per manufacturer disclosure. Form factor is round, 13.4 inches wide, 3.8 inches tall, 6.8 lbs.

WaterRecycle Dock

The dock incorporates a distillation circuit that processes mop wastewater and routes clean water back for reuse. Manufacturer reports a 30-day water cartridge lifespan. The self-washing cycle adds 10-15 minutes per dock return per product materials. Dock auto-empties dust into a sealed bag; no clean-to-dirty tank swap required.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi, Alexa, Google Home, and Matter listed in specification materials at announcement. App-based map editing and room segmentation described in product materials; third-party integration testing not yet available at CES.

Pricing and Availability

MSRP of $1,899.99 announced. North American sales channel confirmed via us.3itech.com and Amazon, with availability beginning November 2024 prior to CES 2025. No brick-and-mortar retail confirmed at announcement.

Tracking began here, on January 9, 2025. Two changes logged in all.

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  • Step forward

    A small improvement that refines what the robot already does, without changing its assessment.

  • Sideways

    Neither better nor worse for an owner: a price move, a newer model named, a review that confirms what we knew.

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    A change that makes performance, reliability or ownership worse: a regression, a removed feature, a newly found flaw.

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3i S10 Ultra

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