When Apple released iOS 18.4 to everyone earlier this year, and it came with a big upgrade to the Home app. With iOS 18.4, users can now add robot vacuums to HomeKit for the first time thanks to the Matter smart home standard.
Here are the robot vacuums compatible with HomeKit…
What can you do with a robot vacuum in HomeKit?
Once you add a compatible robot vacuum to the Home app, you’ll see the device alongside all your other HomeKit accessories.
You can integrate your robot vacuum with different automations and scenes in the Home app. You can also schedule it to run at certain times of day and as part of specific automations, including scheduling and automating cleanings for specific rooms at specific times.
Additionally, if you have a robot vacuum that supports vacuuming and mopping, the Home app will let you pick between those modes. The Home app will also show you the device’s current status, such as whether it’s cleaning or charging.
Integration with HomeKit also means you can control your robot vacuum with Siri. You can say things like, “Siri, clean the living room” or “Siri, mop the kitchen” to begin hands-free cleaning.
You will, however, still have to use the manufacturer’s app for the more robust features and controls for your robot vacuums. This includes mapping, object avoidance settings, custom routes, and more. For the fundamentals and day-to-day usage, the Home app should be able to get the job done.
Which robot vacuums support HomeKit?
So, which robot vacuums support HomeKit integration? It’s more than you might think, thanks to the Matter smart home standard. This makes it easier for manufacturers to adopt new features.
Ecovacs is committed to supporting HomeKit integration. So far, the company has started rolling out HomeKit updates to the following models:
- Deebot X2
- Deebot X2 Combo
- Deebot T50 Omni
- Deebot T50 Max
- Deebot X8 Pro Omni
- Deebot X9 Pro Omni
- Deebot X8
- Deebot X2 Omni
In a press release earlier this year, Roborock also announced that it is rolling out an update that enables HomeKit support on a handful of its models. As of April 10th, the update should be available to Roborock customers.
Here’s the full rundown on the Roborock models that support HomeKit integration:
Roborock has promised that HomeKit support will also come to other models, like the S8 Max Ultra and Qrevo Slim next, followed by even “more models coming soon.” There aren’t any more specific details available about the status of those updates, though.
SwitchBot is another brand that has started rolling out HomeKit support for its products. First up is the SwitchBot S10 Robot Vacuum and Mop, which features Home app integration today. The affordable SwitchBot K10+ also supports HomeKit control.
iRobot says that a firmware update is rolling out now to the Roomba Combo 10 Max Robot Vacuum and Auto Wash Dock to add support for HomeKit control.
Eufy’s latest E28 Omni Robot Vacuum also supports HomeKit integration via the Matter standard. DREAME says that HomeKit support will come via a future Matter firmware update for the X50 Ultra Robot Vacuum and the X40 Ultra Robot Vacuum.
Wrap up
While the Home app and HomeKit platform often feel neglected, support for robot vacuums is a great addition. Do you own a HomeKit-capable robot vacuum? Are you planning to buy one now that iOS 18.4 has been released? Let us know down in the comments.
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