Beatbot just dropped two new pool cleaners at CES 2026, and honestly? They’re going after completely different customers, which is pretty smart.

First up is the AquaSense X Ecosystem, their premium flagship that basically wants to do everything for you. Then there’s the Sora 70, a more straightforward robot for folks who just want clean pools without the bells and whistles. Let’s break down what each one actually brings to the table.

The headline here is the AquaSense X Ecosystem, and yes, they’re calling it an “ecosystem” because it’s not just a robot. You’re getting the AquaSense X AI Robotic Pool Cleaner paired with something called the AstroRinse Cleaning Station. The pitch? You shouldn’t have to clean the thing that cleans your pool.

Beatbot AI 2.0: Smarter Than Before

Under the hood, you’ve got Beatbot AI 2.0 running the show, paired with their updated HybridSense™ AI Vision system. The big upgrade? It now recognizes 40 different debris types, up from 20 in previous generations. And it’s not just looking at the pool floor anymore; it’s scanning the water surface too.

The system combines camera-based vision with infrared and ultrasonic sensors, so the robot can identify what it’s looking at and adjust its cleaning behaviour on the fly. Floors, walls, waterlines, and the surface all get covered in one optimised cycle.

New dual bottom ultrasonic sensors also help with tricky areas, steps, edges, tanning ledges, shallow platforms. These are spots where a lot of pool robots still struggle, so it’s good to see Beatbot specifically targeting them.

Voice Control: A Nice Touch

For the first time in Beatbot’s lineup, you can control the AquaSense X with your voice when it’s out of the pool or floating on the surface. It works with Google Home, Alexa, and Siri. Start a cleaning cycle, check the battery, enable child lock, get a notification when it’s done, all hands-free.

It’s a small addition on paper, but it fits with what this product is trying to be: zero friction, zero hassle.

AstroRinse: This Is the Real Game-Changer

Okay, here’s the thing that actually got my attention. The AstroRinse Cleaning Station is what Beatbot calls “the world’s first fully automatic filter-cleaning system for robotic pool cleaners.” And if you’ve ever owned a pool robot, you know exactly why this matters.

The robot finishes cleaning your pool. Great. Now you have to clean the robot. Empty the debris tank, rinse the filter, let it dry, it’s a whole thing. AstroRinse handles all of that automatically.

Just place the robot on the station when it’s done. From there, AstroRinse rinses the internal filter, empties the debris tank, and recharges the robot. A high-pressure rotating backflush cleans the filter and directs debris into a sealed waste bin. The whole process takes about three minutes. No manual rinsing, no handling the filter.

The station’s 23-litre capacity can hold debris from about two full cleaning cycles per week for nearly two months. Everything goes into a disposable dust bag. According to Beatbot founder and CEO Siler Wang, post-cleaning maintenance was one of the biggest pain points customers reported. This is their answer.

Recognition and Availability

The AquaSense X Ecosystem already picked up a CES 2026 Innovation Awards Honoree nod in the Home Appliances category. Not bad.

The AquaSense X has launched with a MSRP of $4,250. Yeah, it’s expensive. But there’s a limited preorder for the first 500 customers, $250 deposit, early-access benefits. If you’re in the market for a genuinely hands-off pool experience, this is probably where the money goes.

Not everyone wants (or needs) a $4,000+ pool robot ecosystem. That’s where the Sora 70 comes in.

This is the first model in Beatbot’s new Sora Series, and it’s aimed at pool owners who want solid, reliable cleaning without the complexity or cost of AI-driven systems. Think performance-focused rather than feature-focused.

JetPulse™ Surface Skimming

One standout feature is JetPulse™ Water Surface Cleaning, a dual-flow jet system that actively guides floating debris toward the suction inlet. This makes surface skimming dramatically better, letting the robot grab insects, pollen, and debris before they sink to the bottom.

The HydroBalance™ Structure houses a high-efficiency pump pushing 6,800 GPH of suction. That’s strong enough to lift fine sand, full leaves, and stubborn algae. Balanced weight distribution keeps it moving confidently across floors, walls, waterlines, and shallow platforms.

Worth noting: the Sora 70 can clean ledges as shallow as 8 inches. Those are the algae-prone dead zones that traditional cleaners often miss entirely.

Built for Long Cleaning Sessions

The debris tank is oversized at 6 litres, roughly double the capacity of most cleaners in its class. Beatbot says it can hold up to 800 leaves. There’s also an optional 3-micron ultra-fine filter if you need enhanced particle capture.

Power comes from a 10,000 mAh battery, delivering up to 5 hours of floor cleaning or up to 7 hours of surface cleaning. That’s enough to handle pools as large as 3,230 square feet on a single charge.

Smart Surface Parking: A Nice Surprise

Here’s a neat trick borrowed from submarine design. The Sora 70 features Smart Surface Parking, using four internal floating chambers to adjust buoyancy and rise smoothly to the surface when cleaning is complete. The SmartDrain™ system then releases internal water, making the robot lighter and easier to retrieve.

If you’ve ever wrestled with a heavy, waterlogged pool robot, you’ll appreciate this.

Availability

The Sora 70 is set for Spring 2026, available on Beatbot.com and Amazon. Pricing hasn’t been announced yet, but expect it to slot in well below the AquaSense X.

Beyond pool robots, Beatbot confirmed they’re still developing their Aquatic RoboTurtle, a research-focused platform for environmental monitoring and open-water exploration. The latest version, internally called Turtini, features more natural movement patterns and interactive behaviours. It’s a signal that Beatbot sees their future in broader aquatic robotics, not just backyard pools.

Beatbot’s CES 2026 lineup is really about choice. Want the ultimate hands-off experience where you never touch your pool robot again? The AquaSense X Ecosystem pushes automation further than we’ve seen before, both cleaning and post-cleaning maintenance. Want reliable performance without the complexity or the price tag? The Sora 70 focuses on what matters: coverage, runtime, and build quality.

Either way, the message is clear: pool care should be smarter, quieter, and far less work than it’s ever been. And based on what we’ve seen, Beatbot seems to be delivering.