Ecovacs Deebot T50 Pro Omni

Already owned a mopping robot but felt that just dragging a damp mopping plate around the floor was not a great way to mop. The instructions had said the plate vibrated to give it the necessary bite to clean but I never saw this occurring. Almost a month of ownership before I found out the instructions were actually referring to a more advanced… Read more

model ...but they never made the distinction between models covered by the (very scant) instructions. So when I came across an Ecovacs T50 Omni on sale for less than half price, I decided I would give it a go. This model has twin rotating mopheads (more of that later) which I had since found out to be more effective than dragging around a wet static pad.

SETTING UP: Unpacking and physically setting up the vacuum presented no particular problems ...except for the supplied instructions. There is a “leaflet” rather than a manual supplied in the box, and the expectation is that (apart from the basics), you look at the information supplied on Ecovacs website or in the Ecovacs app. If you don’t already have the Ecovacs app, you need to download this first, create an account, pair the vacuum to your WiFi and then allow the vacuum to “map” your house. Compared with previous robot vacuums, I must commend Ecovacs for streamlining the process and having it done in quick time. Some tips here include removing “temporary” obstructions such as random child/dog toys, putting up chairs and generally removing anything that is “temporarily” there. Another tip is closing blinds on sliding glass doors and windows that extend to floor level. The first time I tried the mapping the vacuum “looked” through the glass and attempted to map the outside entertainment area where it will never go. In my case, took about 30minutes to complete the map but it will still require you to go into the app and add virtual barriers between rooms as well as naming them. This will make it a lot easier to specifically target set rooms when the vacuum is sent out to work.

VACUUMING: The vacuum process is operated from the phone app or from linking to Alexa/Google. My wife and I always find it easier to access the app to control the unit and we have the app on both our phones as well as both our tablets to do this. You can also turn on a voice control called Yiko (pronounced "yeeko") whereby you can vocally direct operations for the robot. Tip. There is a lit three pointed star on the front of the vacuum. If the lights are white, voice control is off. If the lights are yellow, voice control is turned on. As well as cleaning individual rooms, the app also allows for “Scenario Cleaning” where you can create cleaning routines to do particular rooms. You can also set the water flow rate for mopping as well as select levels of vacuuming suction ...such as Quiet Mode, Standard, Strong and Max. Cleaning speed too can be adjusted between “Standard”, Depp Cleaning and Quick as well as designating a single or double pass.

MOPPING: There are two spinning mops at the rear. They are velcroed onto the pads which are in turn held onto the vacuum with strong magnets. This makes it easy to replace when the mop pads become worn (Ecovacs recommends after 150 hours of operation). You can detach the cloth mops from the mop pad and put them in the washing machine but that is not frequently required as the machine washes and drys the mops (to prevent smells) after each clean. On the top of the docking station are two large (detachable) water tanks. One contains the fresh water for mopping while the other contains the dirty “gray” water retrieved from the mops. Tip. Add a third of a cup of white vinegar to the retrieved gray water tank as it can smell between emptying. I found it only requires emptying every week or so. While you can use plain water for mopping, Ecovacs recommends adding their cleaning concentrate to the water. It's fairly economical with only two capfuls per tank load. I notice the more “advanced” models have a separate bottle that automatically add the concentrate but feels its just as easy to add the capfuls when you refill the clean water tank every week or so than to have the extra expense and complexity of a separate bottle?

FUNCTIONALITY: The robot is able to do both hard floors and carpets/mats in one operation. It sensors are smart enough to detect carpet/mats and retract the mop heads away automatically until it returns to hard floors. Has always worked flawlessly for us. To assist with vacuuming into tight corners, the spinning brush mounted on the front automatically extends the brush out further on an arm to reach into the corner. Likewise, one of the mop heads will also extend into a corner for more complete cleaning. For tough vacuuming jobs (such as cleaning pet hair from carpets), the “Max” setting works fairly well although some hair from our golden retriever can defy removal. In all fairness, a standard electrical vacuum cleaner would require a couple of passes to lift it too. We have vinyl plank floors and both my wife and I were impressed after a few days of mopping just how shiny and clean they were. It’s really just maintenance now every couple of days to keep them that way. There is, however, one annoying issue we encounter sometimes. We have a coffee table which has legs splayed at approximately 45°. Sometimes, the machine will attempt to climb one of these legs (Ecovacs states the machine will climb obstacles up to 2cm in height) and in doing so lifts its drive wheels off the floor. At this point it will call out for assistance (I haven’t mentioned how talkative it is) and ask to be put back on the floor. Our previous Ecovacs vacuum did the same thing with this table with the difference being after you rescued it, it constantly said it was lost and then had to physically put back on the docking station thus cancelling the job. To the credit of the T50 Omni, it will roam around the area saying it is “recalculating”, find its location and resume duty. We have never experienced a time when it got lost and had to be put back on the station manually. The robot is particularly chatty and fully announces constantly what it is doing at each stage of the various operations it is performing ...although you can adjust voice volume or turn it off completely. Of all the robot vacuum we have previously had, this one has the best battery longevity and only returns to the docking station mid job if you have it set to maximum suction and attempt to clean more than half the house. I feel standard suction will see it clean a medium size house in one go. Even when away from home, you can follow the cleaning progress in the app where a constantly updating “snail trail” shows not only its current location on your rooms map but also where it has been. Spare parts are reasonably priced and cheaper "knock offs" are available from 3rd party sellers. The internal dust bag is single use and will need replacing periodically. All “maintenance” parts have set hours for working until they need replacing or cleaning. The app alerts you to this with sufficient time to order the part in. Ecovacs “gamifies” adjusting settings in the app by awarding you points for doing certain things. Once accumulated, these points can then be used to receive discounts on maintenance parts. Warranty is two years when purchased from an authorised Ecovacs dealer

WHAT I LIKED - * Well set out app that shows realtime updates on cleaning progress along with keeping track on when various parts need to be cleaned or replaced * Does a great job vacuuming and particularly mopping of hard floors

WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE - *Poorly detailed instructions where you have to resort to digging through the app (or Youtube videos) to find how to do or set something. * Getting stuck (sometimes) on that coffee table leg

TIPS SUMMARY * When mapping, remove temporary obstructions and block glass at ground level so the robot will not map outside. * White lights on front mean voice control off. Yellow lights means voice control turned on * Put 1/3 white vinegar in the "tray" water tank to prevent smells *

SUMMARY: Both my wife and I have been impressed (particularly my wife) with the performance and functionality of this cleaner. For daily maintenance, the vacuum works well while we have both found the mopping to be particularly impressive. It’s not particularly loud in operation and can be scheduled for regular cleaning jobs. The things I didn’t like are fairly minor overall and so I am happy to give this one a five star rating based on its use.

* Made a good first impression * Two months into effortless cleaning floors * Floors that shine all the time on marble tiles, no streaks * Excellent performance * Mapping and setup made easy * Easy to clean, empty the dirty water tank, fill the water tank * Highly recommend the Ecovac * 50% discount at Harvey Norman Show details

Combined mop and vacuum is a great feature but i havent been as happy with the performance of this produce compared to my IRobot i7 and Bravaa Jet M6. I upgraded as i wanted a machine that was combined and could cross carpet to clean tiled areas and this it does. The mopping doesn’t seem to be as good and i am noticing areas along walls that dont… Read more

seem to be getting mopped. Also in the corners there are marks on the floor where the mops are spinning leaving round marks . The vacuum is supposed to recognize and avoid objects including electrical cords. This hasn’t been my experience. I am finding it has tried to eat socks and leads and then the cleaning is aborted. The app is clunky and difficult to navigate. I do love that i don’t have to clean and replace the mops each time a job is done and the drying feature odd also good. No more smelly mops. I am glaf i didn’t pay full price i got this for half price. Would I buy again- probably not

Broke down after 4 months. However the support from ecovacs was excellent. It was 6 weeks to get spares, so in the end they gave me a full refund. I couldn’t fault that so have ordered a new one. Show details

As a working mum juggling kids, work, and everything in between, the DEEBOT T50 PRO OMNI has been a total game-changer. Its ultra-slim design slides under beds and couches I usually ignore, its edge-cleaning is incredibly precise, and it effortlessly avoids toys, pet bowls, and random clutter with smart navigation. I can leave the house knowing my… Read more ·  1

floors are being cleaned properly—and that peace of mind is honestly priceless.

This product was provided to me free of charge for review by the brand. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Okay, I wasn’t expecting to love a robot vacuum this much, but this one has honestly been a game changer in our house. With two kids and two dogs, the floors are always a bit of a mess—crumbs, pet hair, muddy paw prints… you name it. This fabulous machine vacuums and mops at the same time, and it actually gets into the tricky spots under the couch… Read more

and beds because it’s super slim. It’s also ridiculously smart—it dodges toys, dog bowls, even the kids mid-play. Plus I can control it all from my phone, which is perfect when I’m out doing school drop-off or just trying to survive the afternoon. The OMNI station does all the gross jobs too—empties the bin, washes and dries the mop, and even refills detergent. I barely have to think about it. It’s honestly one of those things I didn’t know I needed… until I had it. Total win. This product was provided to me free of charge for review by the brand however all opinions and opinions are my own.

First day of my experience. I changed my old Ecovacs due to a power failure. and buy the new one T50. now planning to return. Tangle-Free Claim: Despite the marketing, hair still accumulates on the main brush and sweeper. Noise: Quite noisy during cleaning and even when docked. Charging Station: Struggles to find its docking station, often… Read more

requiring extra time.

Electric Cords: Fails to detect electric wires, leading to tangling.

Drying Pad: Frequently dislocates, reducing its effectiveness.

Overall: Frustrating issues that impact performance, making it less ideal for a smooth, hassle-free experience. Not recommended to buy.

We are loving our new DEEBOT - it it so intelligent & gets the job done perfect every single time! Show details

What an amazing machine! I have been using the DEEBOT T50 PRO OMNI for a few weeks now and cannot recommend it enough! Being a busy mum I have been looking for something like this to help me as I’m always vacuuming and moping. The DEEBOT T50 PRO OMNI is so amazing being able to control it from my app. I love the features it has like using AI to… Read more

navigate through the home as it’s an always changing environment. This machine has the TRUedge 3D edge sensors making it get into every corner with ease. This also has a slim design of only 81mm I loved watching the machine map its way through my house and underneath things I didn’t think it could like chairs around my dining table and under bookshelves. It has great suction too and features zero tangle2.0 meaning the brush does not get tangled in things like hair etc. the mop is amazing too Using an AI camera to detect stains, it adjusts water flow and mopping patterns using a dual-crossing motion over targeted areas and automatically re-mopping for thorough stain removal! It’s been a godsend. Waking up in the morning to clean floors without me having to do anything has been a game changer for me I highly recommend this to anyone!! A machine that vacuums, mops and cleans itself!

This product was provided to me free of charge for review by the brand. All thoughts and opinions are my own and reflect my genuine experience of the product in my home.

I'm absolutely loving my new Ecovacs Deebot T50 Pro Omni! There’s so much to rave about. First, the TruEdge 2.0 + TruEdge 3D Edge Sensor means the extendable brush and mop plate really gets into all those hard-to-reach corners, which makes a huge difference. The T50 is also 81mm Ultra-Slim, so it can easily glide under my low furniture without a… Read more

hitch. I also love how compact the entire unit is – it feels much more efficient and sleek. The AIVI 3D 3.0 Omni-Approach Technology means this little guy actually "thinks" all the time and maneuvers itself around obstacles with precision. Honestly, I can’t believe how much I am obsessed with it!

Love! The ultra-slim 81mm design makes cleaning tight spaces effortless, gliding under furniture where dust hides. Thinner than a book or lipstick, it reaches every hidden corner with ease. With TruEdge 2.0 + TruEdge 3D Edge Sensor, it hugs walls, navigates around chair legs, and tackles edges seamlessly. AIVI 3D 3.0 Omni-Approach Technology… Read more

ensures smart obstacle avoidance, smoothly adjusting to pets, people, and moving objects for uninterrupted cleaning.

This vacuum offers maximum coverage with minimal bulk, making it a powerful cleaning solution. While this product was gifted, my review is based on my personal experience.