Roborock Saros Rover Robot Vacuum Can Climb Stairs and Clean Them With AI

Imagine a robot vacuum that does not stop when it reaches a staircase. Instead, it lifts itself, climbs to the next step and continues cleaning. That is the futuristic idea behind the Roborock Saros Rover, an experimental robot vacuum designed to tackle one of the biggest limitations of home-cleaning robots.

Roborock introduced the Saros Rover at CES 2026. Unlike conventional robot vacuums that rely on wheels alone, this model uses an innovative wheel-leg mechanism to move across stairs, slopes and uneven surfaces. It also uses AI algorithms, motion sensors and 3D spatial information to help control its movements. However, the product remains in development, and Roborock has not confirmed its final price or consumer release date.