BSH and Ecovacs Robotics (company operating in the service robotics industry) entered into a global strategic partnership. In short, the two partners combine their expertise and focus on joint development to bring innovative and intelligent floor cleaning solutions to market. The aim is to strengthen both companies’ product portfolios and better serve consumer needs.
“The partnership with Ecovacs – said Hendrik Kretzer, EVP Division Consumer Products of BSH Home Appliances Group – is an important step for us in expanding our range of cleaning robots. We are convinced that the combination of our many years of experience in developing high-quality home appliances, our understanding of consumer needs, our technology and marketing expertise in the field of kitchen and built-in appliances, and Ecovacs’ innovative strength and technological expertise in robotics will create real added value for consumers. We are very much looking forward to working together and shaping the future of floor cleaning robots”.
The mission is: robotics for all
Through the announced collaboration, both partners will benefit from mutual know-how, technological expertise and expanded market access. The two partners are committed to setting new standards in terms of innovation, quality and convenience in the field of smart home appliances.
“Ecovacs’ mission is: ‘Robotics for All’. We are delighted to partner with BSH to bring Ecovacs’ robotics and technologies into the kitchen, creating a pioneering new category for the service robotics industry – commented David Qian Cheng, CEO of Ecovacs Robotics –. This strong alliance is built on our shared understanding of consumer needs and commitment to high-quality products. These are two strong brands coming together who are leaders in their respective fields. Ecovacs remains dedicated to driving pioneering innovation across multi-category service robotics to better serve consumers worldwide”.
The first result
The first product to emerge from this partnership is the new built-in vacuum and mopping robot from the Bosch brand. In detail, the appliance is co-developed with and powered by Ecovacs robotics technologies. It was unveiled at IFA 2025 and will be available in stores in Europe from spring 2026.
In particular, the system is fully integrated into kitchen furniture. The full–service station is connected directly to the fresh water, wastewater and electricity connections and cleans both the robot and itself. From charging the robot to cleaning the service station, all processes take place invisibly behind the kitchen front. Besides, all the necessary modules fit into the sink cabinet, leaving enough space to accommodate standard waste disposal systems.
Ecovacs Robotics boasts products spanning over 170 major markets globally and serving more than 38 million households worldwide. Its portfolio of multi-scenario robotic solutions includes robotic vacuum cleaners, robotic window cleaners, robotic lawn mowers and commercial cleaning robots.
