With the Dreame X50 Ultra, the Chinese brand intends to make a big splash in the already highly competitive premium robot vacuum market. A direct successor to the X40 Ultra, this model isn't just a refresh: it promises increased suction power, better battery life, and, above all, an exceptional crossing capacity that's supposed to redefine industry standards. Add to that an even more comprehensive multifunction station, and you have a product that clearly aims to compete with the leading brands in the segment like Roborock or Ecovacs. After several days of intensive testing, it's time to see if Dreame truly lives up to its promise and if the X50 Ultra deserves its place among the must-haves.
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Design and Ergonomics: Disappearance of the Visible Rangefinder and Other Subtleties
At first glance, the Dreame X50 Ultra immediately recalls its predecessor, the X40 Ultra. The lines are similar, the design remains simple and elegant, but one detail is intriguing: the famous laser rangefinder seems to have disappeared. In reality, it hasn't been sacrificed, but redesigned. Now retractable, it allows the robot to glide effortlessly under low furniture from 8.9 cm high. A small revolution in everyday life, as it's rare to see a robot vacuum venture under a sofa or a dresser without leaving shadows.
And that's just the beginning. From the very first tests, we realize that the X50 Ultra has gained in muscle and intelligence. Its suction power, which increases from 12,000 Pa on the X40 to 20,000 Pa, transforms the experience: thick carpets, ingrained dirt or stubborn pet hair, nothing resists it. But it's above all its crossing capacity that surprises: where most models struggle to climb beyond 2 cm, the Dreame X50 Ultra now swallows obstacles up to 6 cm high, a record in the category. Concretely, this means that it crosses without flinching door thresholds, thick carpets or even certain obstacles that we thought were reserved for mowing the lawn...
In real-life testing, the evolution of the central brush was also a game-changer. Dreame abandoned the single rubber for a unique system with dual, counter-rotating brushes, one of which combines rubber and bristles. The result: impeccable cleaning, especially on mixed floors, and, above all, impressively effective handling of long hair. After several cycles, we found no hair wrapping around the main brush—a first. Only the extendable side brush required a little cleaning.
Finally, it's hard not to mention the new docking station, which takes the product up a notch. More autonomous and more hygienic, it now cleans the rotating pads at 80°C (compared to 70°C previously), sterilizes the wash water, and includes a detergent tank to automatically dispense the cleaning solution. These are all small details that, when added together, create a more practical and, above all, more comprehensive experience than the X40 Ultra.
Navigation and Obstacle Detection: Artificial Intelligence for Efficiency
From the very first moment, the Dreame X50 Ultra sets the tone. Its navigation system relies on a trio of technologies working together: RGB cameras combined with artificial intelligence, structured light to analyze depth, and a retractable laser rangefinder that maps the space with great precision. Rather than rushing directly along the walls like some competitors, it chooses to start its cycle in the center of the room before tackling the edges. This seemingly secondary logic actually ensures more regular and homogeneous coverage from the first pass.
In the field, obstacle detection was one of the strong points of our test. The robot was able to avoid scattered socks, thin electrical cables, and even a pair of flip-flops left on the floor with remarkable precision. It recognized shoes without difficulty and carefully altered its trajectory to avoid them. Where it really impresses is in its recognition of heavily soiled areas. When deliberately spilled dirt was present, the X50 Ultra immediately increased its suction power and momentarily suspended the passage of its mops. This intelligent behavior allows it to vacuum up debris before starting to mop, thus avoiding spreading the dirt.
In our toy tests, large Lego pieces posed no problem, with the robot consistently detecting and avoiding them. Very small pieces, on the other hand, remain more difficult to spot, especially when approached from an angle—a point that reminds us that even the most advanced detection systems are not infallible.
Finally, the ongoing cleaning process deserves a special mention. The X50 Ultra regularly returns to its base to rinse and scrub its rotating brushes, a frequency that's fully configurable in the app. We set it to perform this cycle every ten square meters, and the results were very convincing. Each time it returns, the pads are washed with sterilized water heated to 80°C, ensuring that cleaning resumes in optimal conditions, without the risk of spreading previously collected dirt.
Obstacle Crossing: An Impressive Technical Feat
Crossing is undoubtedly one of the areas where the Dreame X50 Ultra stands out most. Advertised as being able to climb door thresholds up to six centimeters high, this isn't just a marketing claim. Our tests confirmed this exceptional ability, rare in the world of robot vacuums.
When faced with obstacles, the X50 Ultra adopts a perfectly controlled strategy. When faced with a higher step, it advances wheel by wheel, first the right and then the left, as if methodically climbing the obstacle. On smaller thresholds, around three to four centimeters, it chooses a more direct approach, crossing the obstacle in a single movement without hesitation.
In concrete terms, this means that it can pass not only through traditional doorways but also through more complex structures, such as small steps connecting two rooms. For homes with different levels, this behavior changes everything: the robot can cover the entire ground floor without outside help. This is a real record, and above all a sign that Dreame has reached a symbolic milestone. The X50 Ultra is probably the first robot vacuum cleaner to incorporate such technology, paving the way for what many have long awaited: the prospect, one day, of robots capable of climbing real stairs.
Curtain management: an unstoppable logic
The Dreame X50 Ultra also introduces a new feature that, in practice, seems obvious but that few competitors have yet dared to offer: intelligent curtain management. Whereas most robot vacuum cleaners are content to consider a curtain as an obstacle to avoid, Dreame has chosen a more pragmatic approach. Once the presence of curtains is indicated on the map via the application, the robot no longer simply follows the area, it decides to cross it to come and clean as close as possible to the wall.
This behavior radically changes cleaning coverage. Dust often accumulates behind a curtain without us noticing, and until now, no robot has ventured there. With the X50 Ultra, this limitation disappears. The laser rangefinder automatically retracts during operation to avoid any contact or snagging, and the robot passes under the fabric as if it didn't exist, ensuring a more complete and even cleaning.
In our tests, it performed brilliantly: at no point did the Dreame get tangled in curtains, even light ones. Of course, if your curtains really drag on the floor, there's a risk of it getting stuck. But in my opinion, it's more up to us to adapt a little to how robot vacuums work, rather than asking them to handle every extreme situation. This is undoubtedly a personal opinion, but I think this approach is part of the compromise we have to accept to fully benefit from their capabilities.
Targeted and intelligent cleaning: adapts to all situations
The Dreame X50 Ultra not only navigates efficiently, it also adapts to different home configurations. Its retractable laser rangefinder allows it to slide under furniture as low as 8.9 cm, opening access to areas that generally remain out of reach for most competing robots. The app reinforces this logic by allowing you to precisely define the places where the robot can pass safely, which automatically triggers the retraction of the rangefinder at the right time. In practice, this avoids overlooked areas and ensures a much more even cleaning.
We also tested its ability to adjust its power based on the level of dirt. On an area covered in brioche crumbs, the X50 Ultra immediately increased its suction before resuming washing. This intelligent behavior really gives the impression of a machine capable of understanding the situation and reacting accordingly.
Another strong point that impressed us was its articulated arm combined with the side skate. Their effectiveness at hugging walls and reaching corners is undeniable, even if a slightly more pronounced insistence on corners would be welcome. However, this remains a detail, probably improveable via a simple software update. Overall, the robot performs very well, and it must be recognized that the combination of these mechanical tools and its software intelligence allows it to achieve a level of precision rarely seen in a robot vacuum.
Carpet management: intelligence at the service of cleaning
The Dreame X50 Ultra also offers a comprehensive approach to carpets, combining mechanical intelligence with app-based adjustments. As soon as it detects a carpet, it automatically raises its rear mops to avoid unnecessarily wetting them. It can also recognize the type of floor and adapt its cleaning accordingly, increasing suction power when it comes to thicker fibers.
In our tests on a carpet strewn with various dirt, the results were very convincing. The robot removed most of the debris, from bread crumbs to pet hair, with notable efficiency. Of course, a classic cylinder vacuum cleaner will remain more efficient for deep cleaning of fibers, but in everyday use, the X50 Ultra performs brilliantly and offers a user-friendliness that we really appreciate. Personally, I find that this intelligent carpet management perfectly illustrates Dreame's desire to combine performance and practicality in everyday life.
Autonomy and management of large areas
The Dreame X50 Ultra also impresses with its battery life, designed to cover large spaces without interruption. The battery offers a runtime long enough to clean large houses or apartments in a single session, eliminating the need for constant trips to the charging station. In the field, this capacity translates into a much smoother and less stressful cleaning experience for the user.
When the battery nears its critical threshold, the robot automatically returns to its base to recharge, once again demonstrating its built-in intelligence. But the station doesn't just recharge: it also takes care of cleaning the mops. The latter are automatically rinsed, sometimes dried, and ready for the next session. This automation significantly reduces manual maintenance, which is a real plus in everyday life. Personally, I find that this combination of long battery life and automatic maintenance goes a long way toward making the X50 Ultra's user experience truly comfortable, especially in large areas where every minute of manual work counts.
The DreameHome application: a complete and intuitive interface
The Dreame X50 Ultra experience isn't limited to the robot itself; it extends extensively through the DreameHome app, which stands out as one of the most comprehensive and intuitive on the market. From the very first use, you'll appreciate the ability to view the home's map in 2D or 3D, with fully editable room segmentation. Elements like virtual partitions, restrictions, furniture, ramps, curtains, or low-height areas can be added to guide the robot optimally.
The app offers very fine-grained control: it is possible to customize cleaning sequences by room, create no-go zones or targeted cleaning zones, manage door thresholds, or even create multi-floor plans. Every aspect of cleaning can be adjusted, from suction power to water flow, route, automatic Clean Genius mode, or completely personalized settings. Carpets benefit from specific management, with mop removal, deep cleaning, and suction adjustment, while hard floors can be treated with options such as dynamic cleaning around obstacles or targeted cleaning of edges and corners.
The docking station is no exception: automatic detergent addition, mop wash temperature, automatic drying, UV sterilization, hair compression in the dust bin and automatic emptying are all functions that can be controlled directly from the application. You can also manage pet avoidance, activate photo capture, consult the camera in real time, use the integrated voice assistant or the virtual remote control, and even program the “Do not disturb” mode or child lock.
Despite this wealth of features, the app remains accessible. For those who don't want to delve into all the details, the Clean Genius mode drastically simplifies use while ensuring efficient and intelligent cleaning. In our tests, this combination of depth of settings and ease of use really won us over: it allows both advanced users and novices to get the most out of the X50 Ultra.
Practical test: the famous 100 gram test
As with our previous tests, we subjected the Dreame X50 Ultra to the inevitable 100-gram dirt test, a demanding but revealing method. This time, we scattered a varied mixture on a surface combining tiles and carpet: fine dust, grains of salt and sugar, small pieces of plastic, rice, hair, and pet hair. The objective is simple but demanding: to reproduce a real-life situation where different types of debris are simultaneously on the floor and observe how the robot adapts.
We launched the X50 Ultra at full power and started the timer. From the first few meters, you can see its precision: it doesn't just pass randomly, it analyzes the room, avoids obstacles and adjusts its trajectory to leave no corner uncovered. On tiles, the recovery of fine particles and heavier grains is almost immediate. On carpet, it automatically increases its suction power and, above all, its new central brush with double counter-rotation proves to be incredibly effective. Hair and pet fur are collected without ever wrapping around the brush, illustrating the care taken in its design.
What's most striking is its ability to distinguish between dirtier areas. In a small area where we had concentrated hair and crumbs, the robot recognized the density of debris and adjusted its behavior accordingly: it increased the suction, raised the mops slightly to avoid spreading the dirt, and made multiple passes until the area was perfectly cleaned. Each movement seemed thoughtful, as if the robot was assessing the situation in real time.
The carpet test was also revealing. Even the densest areas, where hair and pet fur tended to get stuck in the fibers, were handled with impressive efficiency. Sure, a conventional canister vacuum might have extracted a few more particles from deeper down, but for everyday, automatic cleaning, the X50 Ultra far exceeds what you'd expect from a robot.
In short, this test demonstrates the technical mastery of the Dreame X50 Ultra: suction power, adaptability to floor type, navigation precision and intelligence in managing dirty areas combine to deliver a very satisfactory result. Each pass tells a little story of debris absorbed, corners reached and surfaces perfectly covered, giving a clear idea of what the robot can accomplish on a daily basis, even in complex and cluttered environments.
Impressive Result: Close to Perfection!
The Dreame X50 Ultra achieved one of the best cleaning results we've seen so far. On the tiles, the result was near-perfect, with almost all debris being vacuumed. On the carpet, the majority of dirt was removed, leaving only a few microparticles visible up close.
Automatic maintenance: impeccable mops without effort
After each cleaning session, the Dreame X50 Ultra returns to the smart dock completely autonomously, as if it knew exactly what special care awaited it. The robot positions itself precisely so that its rotating mops are perfectly aligned with the integrated washing system. As soon as the process begins, you can see how the water circulates, thoroughly rinsing the brushes and removing any accumulated dirt. In just three hours, the mops are not only washed but also dried, ready to return to service immediately, without any human intervention.
What really stands out is the rigor and consistency of this system. Over several consecutive cycles, even after passing over very dirty floors or those with a lot of pet hair, the mops always come out as good as new. The completely redesigned docking station eliminates all traces of residue and dirt, preventing unpleasant odors or the appearance of mold. This is a real leap forward compared to previous models, where manual intervention was often required to maintain a correct level of hygiene.
In practice, this automation completely changes the user experience. No more handling mops or worrying about their condition between cleanings. You can run the robot with confidence, even for long periods, and be assured that maintenance will be done correctly in the background. This level of automatic care provides a rare level of peace of mind and allows you to fully enjoy a spotless floor day after day, effortlessly. Each cycle thus becomes a small demonstration of the X50 Ultra's intelligence and precision, reinforcing the feeling that the device is designed to truly simplify everyday life.
Its strengths and weaknesses
Here's a summary of the Dreame X50 Ultra's key strengths and some limitations. This table highlights what sets it apart in the market while highlighting areas for improvement for an optimal experience.
- Suction power of 20,000 Pa, among the highest on the market
- 6 cm crossing capacity, a record for a robot vacuum cleaner
- Complete docking station: skate cleaning at 80°C, water sterilization and automatic detergent dosing
- Retractable laser rangefinder that can be used under low furniture
- Double brush in reverse rotation, very effective, especially on hair
- Smart curtain management for more complete cleaning
- Outstanding obstacle detection and ability to recognize dirty areas
- Very comprehensive and intuitive DreameHome application
- Autonomy and automatic maintenance for optimal user comfort
- The emphasis in the corners could be slightly improved
- May have difficulty spotting very small objects, such as tiny Legos
Conclusion: an exceptional robot vacuum cleaner
The Dreame X50 Ultra is a true success. It improves on its predecessor in many key areas, starting with suction power, its obstacle-clearing ability—a real feat—and its cleaning efficiency on all floor types. Obstacle detection remains at the already excellent level of the X40 Ultra, with remarkable precision for avoiding shoes, cables, and small everyday objects.
The X50 Ultra's new features further reinforce its status as a high-end robot. Intelligent curtain management allows it to reach often-neglected areas, detection of highly soiled areas adapts suction at the right time, water sterilization ensures optimal hygiene, and the enhanced app makes it easier to manage thresholds, low-rise areas, or multiple floors. All of this contributes to making this vacuum cleaner a concentrate of technology dedicated to cleanliness.
In terms of finish, the X50 Ultra doesn't disappoint: every detail exudes quality, from the materials used to the assembly, with a feeling of robustness and precision that inspires confidence. The brushes, pads, and docking station reflect the same care, offering the user a high-end and reliable experience every day.
Of course, there are a few drawbacks to mention: the emphasis on corners could be improved a bit, and some very small objects, like tiny Lego or thin cables, can sometimes go unnoticed. But honestly, these reservations are minor, and it's also worth recognizing that it's not the robot's job to handle everything for us. It's up to us to make sure we don't leave these types of objects lying around: the X50 Ultra is there to clean, not to tidy our house.
With regular use, the Dreame X50 Ultra remains virtually perfect. Running it regularly will keep your home spotless, and the ease of use and peace of mind it provides are rare in the robot vacuum market. In short, it's a very well-finished, efficient, and intuitive robot, capable of covering large areas with precision and autonomy. For anyone looking for a high-end robot vacuum that can keep their home clean day after day, the Dreame X50 Ultra is a virtually unrivaled choice. Feel free to share your questions and your own feedback in the comments below!
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