Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR Pro Firmware Problems Force Full Factory Reset, Remap
A factory reset restored our Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR Pro after firmware 1.13.10 caused reliability problems, but the recovery process exposed bigger usability concerns.
Latest
Early Prime Day Sales Are Here, but It May Pay to Wait
Early Prime Big Deal Days robot vacuum sales are expanding, with stronger discounts from MOVA, Ecovacs, Dreame, Roborock, Narwal, Eufy and Dyson.
Eufy Omni S2 Firmware Update Adds Finer Mop Water Control and Slip Detection
Eufy firmware v4.2.21 adds finer mop water control, slip detection and fixes for charging alerts and side-brush protection on the Omni S2.
MOVA LiDAX Firmware Update Adds Real Maps and Battery Health
MOVA firmware 4.3.6_0480 adds a new real-scene map, battery health management and improved obstacle recognition to the LiDAX Ultra AWD lineup.
Ecovacs T90 Lineup Explained: PowerBoost, Battery Differences and the New T90 Max Plus
Ecovacs’ T90 lineup now includes five closely related models. Here’s how the T90S Pro, T90 Pro and new T90 Max Plus differ in battery size, PowerBoost, obstacle avoidance and threshold handling.
Ecovacs GOAT A2000 Becomes a ‘Don’t Buy’ After Latest Firmware
The Ecovacs GOAT A2000 had been one of our more reliable robot mowers this summer. A recent firmware update changed that, bringing repeated errors and forcing us to move it to “Don’t Buy” status.
IDC: Roborock Remains No. 1 Brand, Dreame Group Tops Overall Sales as Race Moves Outdoors
IDC says Roborock remained the world's No. 1 robot vacuum brand in the first half of 2026, while Dreame Group moved ahead when Dreame and MOVA were combined.
Bipartisan Bill Could Reshape FCC Process Behind U.S. Robot Restrictions
A bipartisan House bill would add more oversight to the FCC’s Covered List process while leaving the current restrictions on foreign-produced advanced robotic devices in place.
Gardena Sileno Sun Robot Mower Runs Entirely on Solar Power
Gardena’s new Sileno Sun robotic mower runs on solar power without a charging dock, power cable or boundary wire and uses Bluetooth for app connectivity.
Dreame Aqua20 Pro Ultra Roller X Begins European Rollout
Dreame has launched the Aqua20 Pro Ultra Roller X Complete in Germany and Spain, with more European markets to follow. The flagship adds onboard steam cleaning, 40,000 Pa suction and an enhanced extending roller mop.
Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR Pro 5-Month Review: Excellent Cut Quality and Smarter Edge Trimming
After five months of mowing, the Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR Pro has delivered excellent Bermuda grass cut quality, reliable lidar navigation and useful edge trimming.
Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR Pro First Look: Setup, Mapping and a Built-In Trimmer
The Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR Pro combines lidar navigation, dual staggered cutting discs and a built-in string trimmer. Here are our first impressions after setup and early mowing.