Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 review: I love the form factor of this compact but clever robovac

T3’s Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 review in a sentence: A perfectly proportioned design and impressive performance delivers heaps of appeal for average homeowners.

When it comes to the best robot vacuums, the Eufy brand is right up there with the best of them. I recently reviewed the Eufy Omni S2, which was a beefy though costly machine that ticked all the right boxes. It had quite an imposing design though, which is why the recently tested Eufy Omni C28 caught my eye shortly after. It looked a little more low-key and a lot less bulky, which for anyone with space considerations in mind, makes a much more sensible purchase.

The Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 follows a similar theme on the aesthetics front, with a form that works well for me and a list of functions that are impressive too. Specification highlights include 35,000pa suction thanks to a supposedly exclusive multi-cyclone system that means the AeroTurbo setup maintains cleaning consistency for much longer. Maintenance and cleaning intervals are said to be less frequent too.

Elsewhere, there’s HydroJet mopping, which delivers 288mm wide roller cleaning and rinsing of said roller on the go. The mopping intensity sounded good too, with a 15N pressing force being applied across the roller compared to the more commonly found 8N on alternative models. Adding to the overall cleaning credentials is a side-facing laser, that combined with the wide roller, should deliver better results right up to the wall. Often a weak spot on some lesser machines. So, did it work as expected? Read on to find out…

Price and availability

The Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 has an RRP of $1099.99, but early bird pre-sale buyers will receive a discount, bringing the E35 to $899.99. Pre-sale is open now on Eufy's website.

For the UK, the RRP is £999, which makes the Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 a higher-end model, although it packs a very impressive set of features and functions that make the cost look justified.

Design and features

One of the best aspects of the Omni E35 is its size. Compared to some models I’ve reviewed, this one feels about right in the dimensions department, making it ideally suited to the hallway location I favour in my house. The overall design looks good too consisting in the main of black plastic, some of it matt and some of it shiny. All in, the robot and base station didn’t feel ridiculously heavy either, meaning it could be relocated without much fuss.

Inside the box, the Omni E35 comes with the robot vacuum unit and the Omni base station, that is home to the rear-mounted power connection plus on the top, to the right, clean and dirty water tanks as well as a dedicated cleaning solution compartment.

Also on the top, to the left side of the unit, a physical dust bag is hidden away under a lifting lid. There’s a container of floor cleaner included for good measure along with a power cable, quick start guide and a safety sheet. Unboxing and setting it up took me mere minutes and there wasn’t much to do. The detachable ramp that leads the robot vacuum into the docking station needed clicking in place and the tanks filled and that was about it.

The RoboVac unit itself is nicely designed; with essentially all of the usual features we’ve seen before. On the top of the unit, there’s a prominent LiDAR navigation component standing proud of the main body, while just in front is a power button and a recharge button. Along the front is the RGB camera, line laser sensors and an LED light.

Notably, square wall sensors can be found on each side of the RoboVac’s body. Around the back, where it docks with the base station, are the various ports that allow for water collection. Under the lift-off top, is the on-board dust bin.

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On the underside, there are a collection of components that work in tandem to make the Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 deliciously potent. The carpet sensor quickly spots a change in floor surface, the DuoSpiral brushes come pre-fitted and the impressively proportioned roller mop makes for a top-level array of cleaning tools.

That mopping roller, in particular, was nicely designed to that it extends to the very end of the RoboVac body, which always helps when it comes to get in close to kitchen units and skirting boards. Overall, the feature set, design and build quality feels very premium.

Performance

I’ve always found Eufy software and its app design to be spot on, especially for its home security camera products. So, I was similarly impressed with the app for the Omni E35. At the time of writing, I was asked to use a beta setup, due to the pre-release nature of the product being tested.

However, once the Omni E35 is live, the app will be available for iOS 11 or later and Android 8.0 or later devices. Users will need a Wi-Fi router broadcasting a 2.4GHz signal and an account needs to be set up in order to add the device. And, thankfully, the Omni E35 is easy to add to the app and configure.

First up, following the initial startup procedure, is the mapping process. This followed the same theme I’ve encountered on other Eufy models and was relatively simple and straightforward. I quite like the way Eufy allows for easy map management, which is handy for merging floor layouts where your home has open plan sections. Other handy options include the ability to flag no-go zones, areas where carpet or rug sections might be and, crucially, configure the floor material settings.

Considering I use my robot vacuum on a ground floor that is predominantly open plan and covered with wood laminate, all of the app options allow precise management of what happens and when. I certainly couldn’t fault the vacuuming side of things, with more than enough suction on a hard floor to get rid of everyday dust, dirt and balls of fluff that seem to proliferate on hard floors. The robovac even managed quite well on rugs I thought, even though I’ve yet to find a model that really feels at home on thicker pile.

Best of all though, the Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 is a prime performer when it comes to mopping. The downward pressure exerted by this unit was impressive and it can easily tackle stubborn or sticky stains. The appeal is boosted by the continuous washing of the mop, which happens in transit. I got one or two water drops around the docking station, but overall, the Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 delivered excellent results. Plus, that wide roller really did get right up to the edge of skirting boards, which was a real bonus.

I particularly liked the way the Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 could have its component parts disassembled without hassle in order to maintain its efficiency. Even the small dust bin could be taken apart for more thorough cleaning and the same went for the rollers on the underside. These clicked in and out very easily, which meant I could clean them off and remove trapped long hairs in seconds. Again, the ease of use was very appealing.

Verdict

The Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 is perfect for the average home. It’s got more than enough muscle on both the vac and mop fronts and maintenance levels appear to be low. For example, the docking station bag and cleaning solution only need replacing every 30 to 60 days depending on use.

Meanwhile, the roller mop, high-performance filter and brushes should be good for between 3 and 6 months of use. Those clean and dirty water tanks (2.5 litres and 2.4 litres respectively) need monitoring but they’re of a good size so, overall, I’d say the Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 is a pretty fuss-free option.

The runtime, up to 188 minutes in quiet mode, is impressive too while charging is officially 4 to 5 hours, which is perfectly fine to me. Operating levels up to 84dB are also acceptable and the Omni E35 can also manage carpet clearance of 26mm. As a complete package, this bag of tricks is a very solid option.

Alternatives to consider

Anyone with a larger home who wants something a little more substantial should investigate the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete robot vacuum. Alongside the brawny Eufy Omni S2, larger robot vacs make a good option for similar money. However, the neat form factor of Eufy Omni C28 mentioned earlier is a good alternative to this model.

There is, of course, also the Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E25 as another option, which can probably be had for less money these days. We’ve found it at up to half the price of the Eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 with some simple searching online. It is also great at cleaning right up to the edges of skirting boards and kitchen units.