Dreame L10s Ultra: The Smart Cleaning Companion Redefining Home Hygiene

Robot vacuum cleaners have seen a surge in popularity since the COVID pandemic. Aside from keeping our environments clean to curb the spread of germs and viruses, the shift to remote work has made it essential to maintain tidy living spaces. Major brands have embraced Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance their robotic vacuums, equipping them with advanced sensors. These devices are becoming a necessity rather than a luxury, boasting features like mapping abilities, self-cleaning functions, and integrated cameras.

Dreame, a brand supported by Xiaomi and known for its assortment of smart home gadgets, has recently launched the Dreame L10s Ultra in this competitive landscape. Available for Rs. 74,999 in India, this robotic vacuum features self-emptying, self-cleaning, and offers automatic dust collection, mopping, and drying functionalities.

Currently, it’s listed at a significantly lower price on Amazon (Rs. 58,999), making it a more attractive buy, so it’s worth keeping an eye on this online availability.

Is the Dreame L10s Ultra a worthwhile contender against its rivals? Dive into this review to find out.

Dreame L10s Ultra: Unboxing Experience

The Dreame L10s Ultra’s packaging is notably hefty, weighing around 13 kilograms in total (the base station is 8.9 kilograms and the robot is 3.7 kilograms). Included in the box are the robot and its base station, two rotating mop pads, a rubber brush without bristles, a brush for cleaning the filter, a power cable, a multi-surface floor cleaner, and a dust bag. An additional dust bag is also included. Dreame asserts that one dust bag can handle up to 60 days of cleanup, but you might need to procure more later on, as they are priced at 4,199 for a set of four, while a new accessory kit (including a roller brush, two side brushes, two filters, six mop pads, and two dust bags) costs Rs. 7,990. Given the overall price point, it would have been nice to see a few more accessories included.

Dreame L10s Ultra Review: Design Overview

Establishing the Dreame L10s Ultra is a straightforward process. The mop pads easily attach via built-in magnets, while side brushes snap onto the unit’s underside. After filling and placing the fresh water tank and cleaning solution, the base station connects to a power outlet. The device is manageable via the Dreamehome or Mi Home apps. You can also connect it to Wi-Fi to control it with Alexa and Google Home.

The Dreame L10s Ultra showcases a sophisticated round design with a white exterior and features a front-mounted camera to navigate rooms. This disc-shaped cleaning robot includes a raised module housing the LIDAR system for navigation purposes. The top has three buttons: Spot Cleaning, Power (or Clean), and Dock, allowing for manual operation without needing a smartphone. It also boasts a flexible bumper and incorporates various sensors, such as a laser distance sensor (LDS), AI visual sensor, and line laser sensors, enabling it to identify obstacles and map them.

Dreame L10s Ultra Review: Setup and Mapping

During the initial run, the Dreame L10s Ultra constructs a 3D map of the floor by using its AI-driven RGB camera and 3D structured light to identify barriers. It learns the layout of different areas like bedrooms, living rooms, and dining spaces by recognizing walls, cabinets, and furniture. Users can create multiple maps for multi-level homes and designate no-go zones through the app. Assisting in mapping a 1200-square-foot apartment took the robotic vacuum around five minutes. Despite sometimes misclassifying my dining area as part of the bedroom, overall mapping accuracy is excellent.

Dreame L10s Ultra equipped with AI-driven RGB camera and 3D structured light

Dreame L10s Ultra Review: Application Features

The companion app for the Dreame L10s Ultra is packed with customization options. The main interface shows the robot’s battery level and cleaning status. Users can schedule cleaning sessions, choose to vacuum or mop—or both—in selected rooms or zones, and create no-go restrictions for areas they wish to exclude from cleaning. The robot can be directed to specific rooms for targeted vacuuming, mopping, or a combination of both. Suction power and moisture levels can be adjusted for each area; isn’t that smart?

The primary screen of the Dreamehome app shows the current charge and cleaning status of the robots

Dreame L10s Ultra Review: Cleaning Efficiency and Performance 

A standout feature of the Dreame L10s Ultra is its self-cleaning mop and automatic emptying mechanism. The robot moistens the mops by itself and applies cleaning solution. The base station refills the detergent and water, supplying the robot mop with liquid from a small reservoir. With smart navigation and AI capabilities, it adeptly avoids collisions with walls and obstructions. To prevent children from tampering with it, a child lock can be activated by pressing and holding the Leave and Dry buttons on the base unit. Furthermore, during setup, it inquires about pets to enhance cleaning operations and sidestep potential pet-related mishaps during cleaning sessions.

The integrated camera allows the Dreame L10s Ultra to relay its cleaning status while you’re not home. I found this feature useful when it encounters an obstacle, like getting stuck on a rug or between the handles of my handbags. Acting as a security camera, this feature is particularly advantageous for pet owners. Setting up the built-in RGB camera requires a four-digit activation code. It provides two-way communication, allowing you to instruct it to clean while you’re away. It can cover an area of three metres in just two minutes.

The AI sensors enable the Dreame L10s Ultra to effectively operate on carpets, with its 5,300Pa suction power and bristle-free rubber brush picking up loose debris from smaller mats effortlessly. It automatically raises its mop upon detecting carpets or rugs. While there are some alternatives with greater suction capabilities, I found this vacuum sufficient for removing dirt in a typical home. It occasionally adjusts suction levels to tackle carpet debris but can become rather loud during these tasks, which is noticeable even from another room. This high suction setting’s noise level can be a drawback. The base station, however, operates quietly. The robot announces its actions loudly when starting or returning to the dock for mopping or recharging. Moreover, while cleaning, you can track the robot’s location on the interactive map.

Dreame L10s Ultra features a rubber brush in place of traditional bristled ones

As someone with long hair, I appreciate Dreame’s choice of a bristleless rubber brush, which effectively prevents hair from getting caught. However, the side brush often collects strands, which I had to clear after several uses. It seems effective with pet hair as well. The robot automatically recognizes different flooring types while in operation, differentiating between ceramic tiles and coarser surfaces and adjusting its cleaning strategy accordingly.

Dreame L10s Ultra Review: Maintenance Considerations

The base station features a water tank with a 2.5-litre capacity, while the robot itself holds 80ml of water, meaning it won’t return to the base often during cleaning unless the battery gets low. After mopping, the robot returns to the dock where the mops are automatically cleaned with cold water to eliminate odors, although this may not be as effective as hot water. Debris then transfers to the dirty water tank in the base station for manual disposal. Mops are dried using hot air afterward. Utilizing Dualboost 2.0 technology, the unit blows air into the robot’s dust container and vacuums it into the base station’s dust bag, which can be emptied upon notification. Dreame claims one dust bag lasts up to 60 days of operation, and after two weeks of testing, I had yet to fill it. Additional maintenance includes accessing the brush tray and cleaning out the debris that gathers along the sides.

To charge, the Dreame L10s Ultra simply drives onto its docking station. The app displays the battery status, which can last up to 160 minutes while vacuuming and mopping an 800 square feet area without necessitating a break. Notably, clean rooms yield optimal vacuuming and mopping results.

Dreame L10s Ultra Review: Conclusion

For those in search of a completely automated robot vacuum mop that demands minimal user intervention, the Dreame L10s Ultra is a strong candidate, featuring notably low manual upkeep needs. Its self-emptying capability contributes to a higher price point, yet the investment is reasonable given the features available, even when compared to higher-end models (like the Dreame L20 Ultra). Both vacuuming and mopping are efficiently performed, and the robot can also function as a mobile surveillance camera. Although it carries a price tag of Rs. 74,999, keep in mind that there are ongoing expenses, such as accessory replacements and a specific cleaning solution. If your home predominantly features carpeted floors, this may not be the ideal choice. However, for larger homes with varied flooring or for pet owners dealing with shedding, it is definitely worth considering. If you can justify the investment, the L10s Ultra stands out as one of the best options currently available.

Those on a budget might also explore affordable alternatives from brands like Xiaomi and Eureka Forbes.

Dreame L10s Ultra

Price: 74,999
Rating: 8/10

Advantages:

• Efficient in both vacuuming and mopping
• Self-cleaning
• Onboard camera functionality
• Intelligent mapping
• User-friendly application

Disadvantages:

• High price
• Noise level can be excessive
• Extra accessories not readily available
• No hot water for self-cleaning