The market for robotic mopping vacuums in Israel has become very crowded, and if that wasn’t enough, now Anker, known for its cables and high-quality portable batteries, is also jumping on the bandwagon with a full line of robotic and cordless mopping vacuums that launched here a few weeks ago. I received for review one of the models I found most intriguing: The Eufy Omni E28, a robotic mop vacuum with an interesting addition—the docking station also serves as a handheld kit for cleaning upholstery and sofas. I tested it.
Design and Build
The docking station of the Eufy Omni E28 is a bit different from the usual: It’s slightly lower than other stations and wider because of the added suction hose, but it’s definitely not ugly! Anker designed it with an interesting, airy layout, with the suction hose rolled under a decorative cover, next to the water tanks, which are made of semi-transparent black plastic. The clean water tank, located at the front (the dirty water tank is at the back), sits on a lit ring that allows you to see the water inside the tank.
Not only is this an interesting and original lighting effect, the ring also indicates the vacuum’s status, lighting red in case of a malfunction and white during normal operation. At the top, there’s also a gray-silver handle that allows you to lift the entire cleaning unit from its place and carry it for independent cleaning, separate from the docking station. The bottom part is more standard and contains a recess for the robotic vacuum.
The Eufy Omni E28 itself is gray-black and square but with rounded lines, and its design is also airy, matching the station. The top is very clean, with a protruding LiDAR head, which has a semi-transparent black cover that gives it a very aesthetic look but tends to attract dirt and can come off whenever the vacuum is flipped. Underneath, there’s a removable dust storage compartment. On top of the vacuum are two buttons lit in white—power on/off and a home button that sends it back to the docking station.
At the front, built into the thick bumper, is the front navigation camera, alongside a strong LED light the vacuum activates in dark areas. At the back, there’s an infrared navigation system and what appears to be a rear camera, likely helping with docking and efficient mapping.
The interesting part is the vacuum’s bottom—it’s full of brushes. At the front, it has two side brushes instead of one, which is unusual. The central suction brush actually consists of two independent brushes that complement each other, each combining rubber flaps and bristles. Behind the spring wheel system is the mop roller, which is good and wide—but not removable from the vacuum body like we’ve seen with, for example, Ecovacs. There’s also what appears to be a bottom drain port, plus a few more sensors.
App, Performance, and Daily Cleaning
The Eufy app is quite straightforward, and there’s not much to write here. Like other manufacturers, it’s their general app for smart home products, and you can add devices other than the vacuum, like security cameras. The vacuum settings are efficient, as is the map. Its 3D display is impressive but requires a short load each time.
The cleaning quality of the Eufy Omni E28 is good, although technically it’s a bit less sophisticated than some competitors: The roller brush doesn’t extend beyond the vacuum’s edges like on Dreame or Ecovacs models, but the overall system of two side brushes, counter-rotating main brushes, and mop roller works very well. It does a solid job cleaning the home, though it occasionally leaves a few streaks. Its smart cleaning function is also relatively good. Regarding navigation, it’s straightforward and efficient. It doesn’t get stuck, doesn’t get lost, and its cleaning paths seem efficient and focused. Anker, like with their other products, did a very good job here.
Battery life is solid overall, and it can return to the station to recharge, take in some power, and continue cleaning from where it left off, which it does efficiently.
But not everything is perfect, and this mainly concerns the docking station: It’s very noisy. Emptying the vacuum made me feel like a Boeing 747 was taking off in my living room. So if you empty the vacuum at night, you might get some sour faces from neighbors in the morning.
Upholstery Cleaning: A Bit of a Gimmick
Now for the special part—the handheld upholstery cleaning kit, which is the differentiating feature of the Eufy Omni E28. This is basically a wet upholstery cleaning kit that sprays water onto a brush, but that’s about it—it’s not a steam cleaning kit, nor is it like Bissell’s dedicated spot-cleaning kits. As mentioned, the entire top of the docking station, including the water tanks, is detachable and can be carried with the handle, with a suction hose on the left side ending in a cleaning brush. Water flows through the brush (a button allows spraying water onto the upholstery) and is sucked back into the dirty water tank. However, it’s not a cordless kit with its own battery—it uses the docking station’s power cord. That means you’ll need an electrical outlet within a reasonable distance from the sofa or upholstery you want to clean. It’s also a bit heavy to carry, especially with a full water tank.
For wet sofa cleaning, this is a nice addition, but don’t expect miracles for tough stains. Anker includes a cleaning foam spray in the kit, applied to stains, but it doesn’t seem designed for stubborn or old stains that have already set into the fabric. The kit is more for refreshing upholstery or treating light stains. To truly restore upholstery, you’ll need professional tools or services. In short, it’s a bit of a gimmick—cute, but still a gimmick.
The Bottom Line
The Eufy Omni E28 is a no-nonsense robotic mop vacuum that does its job well. There aren’t many extras or gimmicks—you won’t find pop-up brushes, extendable rollers, hidden radar units, or other features seen in competitors—but it’s a robotic mop vacuum that comes to work, and that shows. Its airy design is cool and aesthetic, fitting well into any modern space. On the downside, the station is loud, and the handheld upholstery cleaning kit isn’t really meant for tough stains. Still, for anyone wanting a decent robotic mop vacuum with the useful addition of a built-in upholstery cleaning kit, the Eufy Omni E28 could be a good choice.