- Changes
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- Tracking since
- Jan 2025
- Latest
- Feb 5, 2025
- Net movement
- Classification stable
- 2025
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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.
Full assessment
AutonomyL3 confirmedReadinessReady Now strengthenedScoreScores pendingThe 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.
Impact on autonomy
- LiDAR mapping and AI avoidance functional per first-unit owner reports
- App-based scheduling and room segmentation operational at shipping build
Impact 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 check4 claims reviewed
Ships immediately after CES announcementRetail availability confirmed via Amazon in November 2024, prior to CES 2025; the S10 Ultra was already shipping when CES took placeWaterRecycle operates without user intervention between cartridge changesEarly owner reports describe dock functioning as documented; cartridge replacement confirmed as the primary recurring maintenance actionEasy setup guided by 3i appOwner reports describe standard LiDAR mapping run on first use; setup complexity relative to established brands not yet independently documentedFull smart-home integration available at launchMatter, Google Home, and Alexa reported functional; depth of integration and failure rate not yet captured in early owner feedbackBottom lineThe 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.
Technical notes4 sections
- Release Build
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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
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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
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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
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Owner reports at this stage were sparse. No failure patterns documented in available Reddit or forum sources within the first 30 days of shipping; feedback volume was limited given new brand and small initial customer base.
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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.
Full assessment
AutonomyL3 confirmedReadinessReady Now strengthenedScoreScores pendingThe 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.
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
Impact 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 check5 claims reviewed
WaterRecycle dock eliminates all water maintenanceManufacturer materials confirm distillation loop; monthly water cartridge replacement (~$20-$30) still required per product documentation18,000 Pa suction for deep cleaning performanceManufacturer spec sheet lists 18,000 Pa per Amazon product listing; third-party validation not yet available at announcementUltraReach mop extends for full edge coverageManufacturer describes lateral mop extension for edges and corners; full-width coverage documentation absent from announcement materialsMatter, Google Home, and Alexa integration includedManufacturer confirms Matter support at announcement; integration depth not independently verified at showNew brand positioned as premium competitor to established playersNo prior shipping product history for 3i; brand reliability pedigree undocumented at CES 2025Bottom lineThe WaterRecycle dock is a documented hardware feature; the brand's support and reliability depth required market time to assess.
Technical notes4 sections
- Platform Overview
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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
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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
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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
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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.