Realme L10s Ultra Robot Vacuum Review: A Great Mop and Vacuum Combo
The Dreame L10s Ultra delivers a suction power of 5,300Pa.
Robot vacuums have started to gain popularity since the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to maintaining hygiene to curb the spread of bacteria and viruses, the introduction of work-from-home environments has forced us to keep our spaces clean and tidy at all times. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in home appliances has enabled major brands to equip robot vacuums with smarter sensors. These machines have become a necessity rather than a luxury, with notable features such as mapping capabilities, self-cleaning mechanisms, and cameras.
Xiaomi-backed Dreame, which makes a range of smart home devices, recently launched the Dreame L10s Ultra to cater to this competitive market. Priced at Rs 74,999 in India, the robot vacuum is auto-empty and auto-cleaning, and offers auto-dust collection, mopping, and drying support.
However, it is currently being discounted on Amazon for a much cheaper price (Rs 58,999), making it an even more appealing buy if you keep an eye on this e-commerce listing.
Is the Dreame L10s Ultra worth considering over the competition? Find out in this review.
What’s in the box
The retail box of the Dreame L10s Ultra is quite heavy, with the package weighing around 13 kg (the base station weighs 8.9 kg and the robot weighs 3.7 kg). Apart from the robot and the base station, the box contains two rotating mop pads, a bristle-free rubber brush, a filter cleaning brush, a power cord, a multi-surface floor cleaner, and a dust bag. The brand has bundled an extra dust bag with the device. Dreame claims that one dust bag can provide up to 60 days of cleaning, but you may need to purchase more later. It is priced at Rs 4,199 for four pieces and the new accessory set (roller brush, two side brushes, two filters, six mop pads, and two dust bags) costs Rs 7,990. Considering the overall price, it would have been nice to see a few more accessories included.
Dreame L10s Ultra review: Design
Setting up the Dreame L10s Ultra is easy. The mop pad connects to the built-in magnets, and the side brushes clip onto the bottom of the unit. Once you’ve filled and inserted the fresh water tank and cleaning agent, plug the base station into a power source. The device can be controlled remotely using the Dreamehome or Mi Home app, or you can connect it to Wi-Fi and access it with Alexa or Google Home.
Dreame L10s Ultra has a premium round design with a white finish and a front-facing camera for navigating around a room. The disk-shaped cleaning robot features a raised module on top for a built-in LIDAR for the navigation system. There are three buttons on the top – Spot Clean, Power (or Sweep) and Dock – that can be used to perform core functions without needing a phone. It has a flexible bumper and includes a Laser Distance Sensor (LDS), AI Vision Sensor and Line Laser Sensor, which recognize blocks that are in the way and display them on the map.
Dreame L10s Ultra Review: Setup, Mapping
In the first run, Dreame L10s Ultra uses its AI-powered RGB camera and 3D structured light to create a 3D map of your floor while finding obstacles. It detects walls, cupboards, and furniture on the floor and remembers different paths, bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas. You can create multiple maps for a multi-storey home and set no-go zones from your phone via the paired app. The robot vacuum took about 5 minutes to map our 1200 sq. ft. apartment. In the first run, it considered part of the bedroom as the dining area, and still the mapping is amazingly accurate.
Dreame L10s Ultra features AI-enabled RGB camera and 3D structured light.
The pairing app for the Dearme L10s Ultra is packed with customization options. The app’s main screen displays the charging and cleaning status of the robot. You can schedule cleaning cycles and have it vacuum, mop, or both in specific rooms or zones. You can also create no-go zones for areas you don’t want it to clean. It can be sent to specific rooms to vacuum, mop, or do both at the same time. Users can set humidity levels and suction power, which can be adjusted accordingly for each area. Isn’t that smart?
The main screen of the Dreamehome app will show you the charging and cleaning status of your robot.
Dreame L10s Ultra Review: Cleaning and Performance
The best feature of Dreamebot L10s Ultra is the self-cleaning mop and auto-drain system. The robot automatically dries the mop and adds water and cleaning solution. The station automatically refills detergent and water, and provides the robot vacuum with liquid for the mopping function from a small tank. It comes with AI features and smart navigation to avoid collisions with walls and obstacles. To prevent children from touching the vacuum, enable the child lock by long pressing the Leave and Dry buttons on the base station. It also asks questions about your pets during setup to enhance cleaning and prevent possible pet accidents in the house while cleaning.
The on-board camera of the Dreame L10s Ultra keeps you updated on the status of your vacuum while you are away. We found this feature effective when it gets stuck on a rug or caught in the strap of a cloth bag. It also doubles as a security camera, which is useful especially for people who have pets. You need to set a 4-digit activation code to configure the built-in RGB camera. Two-way audio is provided so you can command it to vacuum while you are away for work. It cleans a 3-meter area in 2 minutes.
The AI sensor of Dreame L10s Ultra allows it to run on carpets. Compared to a normal roll vacuum, its 5,300Pa suction power and bristle-free rubber brush effectively picks up loose dust from small mats. It lifts the mop when it detects carpets or mats. There are multiple alternatives with higher suction power, but I felt this was enough to pick up general household dirt. Sometimes I change the suction power to remove debris from carpets. At this point the device becomes very noisy and I can still hear it from another room while I’m working. The big problem is that the vacuum is loud when set to the highest suction power. However, the station itself is quiet enough. The robot will talk loudly about what it is doing when it starts or returns from the dock for mopping or charging the battery. In addition, you can see the location of the robot on a map while cleaning. It’s easy to find it.
The Dreame L10s Ultra comes with a rubber brush instead of a bristle brush.
As someone with waist-length hair, I commend Dreame for opting for bristle-free rubber brushes, as they ideally prevent hair from getting tangled and clogging the brush. The side brushes do tend to get tangled, but I was able to remove them after a few passes, meaning they’re effective on pet hair. Automatically detects changes in floor type while driving: The robot recognized the textured ceramic tiles in the utility area as it drove along and adjusted its behavior accordingly.
Dreame L10s Ultra Review: Maintenance
The Dreame L10s Ultra’s base station water tank has a capacity of 2.5 liters, but the robot carries 80ml of water on board, so it won’t go to the base station too often during cleaning unless the battery gets low in the middle of cleaning. Once mopping is finished, the robot returns to the charging station, where the mop is automatically washed with cold water on the dock to remove odors. This may be less effective than using hot water. The dirt then reaches the base station’s dirty water tank, which can be removed manually. After cleaning, the mop is dried with hot air. Using Dualboost 2.0 technology, the device blows air into the robot’s dust box, which is then sucked into the station’s dust bag. This dirt is stored in the base station’s dust bag, which can be emptied manually when notified. Dreame claims that one bag can provide up to 60 days of cleaning, but it never filled up in two weeks of testing. Other maintenance includes opening and removing the brush tray to clean the dirt that has accumulated on the sides.
To charge, attach the Dreame L10s Ultra to the docking station. The app displays the remaining battery level, and the battery lasts up to 160 minutes without interrupting charging, enough to vacuum and mop an apartment’s 800 sq. ft. carpeted area (1,175 sq. ft.). Perfect for vacuuming and mopping in a room that’s not messy.
Dreame L10s Ultra review: Verdict
If you are looking for a fully automated robot vacuum mop and don’t mind the hassle of cleaning on our side, consider the Dreame L10s Ultra, which requires less manual maintenance. The automatic dust emptying feature adds a significant amount to the price, but it is justifiable given the features present even in the premium model (Dreame L20 Ultra). The vacuuming and mopping features are effective and the robot vacuum gives you the option to use it as a mobile surveillance camera. The robot is priced at Rs 74,999, but keep in mind that this robot comes with ongoing costs, such as replacing accessories and approved cleaning solutions. If the floors at your home are mainly carpeted, this is not a good choice. For those who live in large houses with different types of floors or owners who have animals that shed, it is worth considering. If you are able to do it on the price side, the L10s Ultra is one of the best options you can buy right now.
If you are on a budget, you can also check out affordable options from brands like Xiaomi and Eureka Forbes.
Dream L10s Ultra
- Price: 74,999
- Rating: 8/10
Pros:
- Effective vacuuming and mopping
- Automatic Ejection
- In-vehicle camera
- Smart Mapping
- User-friendly apps
Cons:
- expensive
- noisy
- No additional accessories available
- Lack of self-cleaning with hot water