DJI has refreshed its robotic vacuum lineup across Europe, pushing raw suction up to 36,000 Pa while doubling down on its see-through industrial design. The new Romo 2 line replaces last year's original trio with a trimmed two-model lineup, dropping the entry-level white chassis entirely.
Notebookcheck tested the top-tier Romo P2 and found that the machine made notable functional strides over its predecessor. Suction power climbed by roughly 50 percent, and the hardware now incorporates an extending mopping arm that reaches 7.8 cm outward alongside a motorized corner brush. Water temperatures for dock mop washing also jumped from 60°C to 80°C. Obstacle climbing capability reached 8.5 cm across stepped hurdles and 4 cm on flat single steps.
Dock Differences and Styling
Pricing in Europe starts at 1,199 euros for the Romo A2, while the fully clear Romo P2 commands 1,299 euros. DJI has not launched either variant in the US, and Indian release details have not been announced.
Notebookcheck noted that mechanical variances between the two machines come down strictly to dock capabilities. The Romo P2 station packs a ultraviolet disinfection bulb over the dust bag, active drying for the internal dustbin, and an extra slot for floor deodorizer alongside standard detergent. The cheaper A2 dock drops all three perks, swapping out the full transparent dock housing for a solid white shell with a clear top plate.
Both versions dispense with the customary spinning LiDAR turret sitting on the roof. Instead, DJI relies on a front array pairing 3D time-of-flight LiDAR with two fisheye vision cameras to scan rooms. Notebookcheck reported that this configuration built detailed layouts in minutes through the companion mobile app, mapping rooms cleanly without snagging on everyday household obstacles.
Test Findings and Drawbacks
The review praised the Romo P2 for operating at lower noise levels than many rival machines while keeping floors thoroughly swept. The DJI Home app provided extensive control over three suction stages, five moisture rates, and restricted zones, alongside password-secured live camera streaming.
Hardware quirks still cropped up. Notebookcheck pointed out that the included detergent and scent containers cannot be refilled by hand, forcing owners into buying proprietary replacements. DJI also packed black power leads in the box with a stark white and clear appliance. More critically, the reviewer cautioned that the exposed mechanical aesthetic of the transparent docking base makes it tough to blend into conventional living rooms.
European buyers can purchase both models through Amazon and DJI's web store, with actual retail listings already showing modest discounts below official list figures.
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