CES 2026: 9 New Robots That Could Make Household Chores More Convenient

The next evolution of appliances is on the horizon, taking us one step closer toward a truly hassle-free chore routine. With CES kicking off 2026 in Las Vegas, more than 4,000 exhibitors showcased the exciting consumer electronics in store for the year, many of which could soon give homeowners daily help with household tasks. Laundry, dishes, and floor cleaning are just a few of the areas that could change in dramatic ways thanks to these smart and AI-powered devices, including robots that can monitor, adapt, and react to fully manage a chore from beginning to end.

Some of the latest offerings at this year's expo were flashy updates to established products on the market. Ecovacs added another layer of convenience to its premier window-washing machine, the Winbot W3, and the Roborock Saros Rover gained attention among the latest robot vacuums, with a distinct advantage when getting around objects. The biggest news, though, was the humanoid robots. Sporting arms, heads, and motorized bases, concepts like LG's CLOiD and the SwitchBot Onero H1 promise general-purpose versatility for several chores, replacing all the human functions involved. And it isn't just the direct help with cleaning and organizing that makes them so intriguing. With connectivity to other household devices, they can lead an orchestra of AI-powered appliances for a fully automated home. 

Much of what appears at CES is conceptual, so it's anyone's guess when (or if) many of these devices will be practical for the average homeowner. But the capacity we're seeing in this year's robots certainly sets much clearer — and more exciting — expectations for the not-too-distant future of household chores.

Featuring an AI hub for a head and two human-like arms, LG's CLOiD represents the linchpin to the brand's vision of a "zero labor home." The wheeled robot performs essential tasks like folding laundry, fetching items, prepping meals, and loading dishwashers, while integration with LG's smart home equipment, including kitchen appliances and HVAC systems, expands its capabilities. Will this iteration replace human hands entirely? Probably not. CLOiD took about 30 seconds just to fold one towel during its demo and underwhelmed in most tasks. Still, the real-life realization of a sci-fi robo-butler is undeniably captivating.

Despite all the convenient ways to clean and deodorize shoes, targeted deep cleaning remains time-consuming and labor-intensive. Launching in 2026, the Brolan ClearX looks to change that. The small appliance is like a car wash for footwear: a watertight chamber that holds two shoes, spins them to spray every side using deep-cleaning "micro-nano bubble spray," per Brolan, and runs rolling scrubbers to remove dirt and scuffs. It supposedly cleans, dries, and disinfects for crisp, odor-free shoes, but we'll have to wait to see if it's any better than your average washing machine.

MOVA showed off a lot of floor-cleaning tech at CES, some a little dubious (a flying drone vacuum may not be sensible for most homes any time soon) and some a little more down to earth, like the Mobius 60 mop-vacuum combo. It can be tricky to know the best way to clean every type of flooring in your home, but the Mobius 60 stays sensitive to different surfaces. The MopSwap System lets the machine swap among three different mop pads so it can optimize its cleaning effectiveness for each floor.

Most people probably can't stand cleaning windows, but thanks to the Ecovacs, there's a machine to take on more of the job. The brand's window-cleaning robot has been around for more than a decade. The new Winbot W3 Omni offers the familiar edge detection, intelligent planning and motion, and efficient spray-and-mop system that were in the W2 Omni, but with a key upgrade — a Vortex washing machine to refresh the cleaning pad and take one more chore off your plate.

Following up on last year's armed Z70 model, Roborock focused on legs for its extra-mobile Saros Rover in 2026. The robot vacuum has two rolling legs that lift and extend the body to climb stairs. When it eventually hits the market, this floor cleaner should be able to handle the first and second floors with minimal intervention. Although other stair-climbing robot vacuums appeared at CES this year, including the Dreame Cyber X and its chainsaw-like treads, the Saros Rover stood out for its ability to not only clean each step as it climbs but also jump over small transitions.

We've seen dozens of robo-vacs take on everyday floor cleaning, but few have touched on more infrequent deep cleaning chores that can be a real pain. Well, if products like the Robotin R2 are on the horizon, we may eventually be able to take carpet cleaning off the chore checklist for good. The R2 uses intelligent dirt detection, dual scrubbing brushes, and powerful suction to clean debris and stains. Then, it circulates heated air to dry the carpet. Robotin claims the R2 can clean and dry a 300- to 400-square-foot room in one hour.

While many armed and legged robots at this year's CES look more like BattleBots than cleaning appliances, the Clutterbot Rovie takes a pleasantly less austere approach to tidying. From form to function, the cute, expressive design is perfectly fit for family households. After buying a robot vacuum to handle dirt on the floor, you can get the Rovie as a decluttering complement. The unit moves about to sense toys and other clutter and uses a large scoop to collect, carry, and deposit the items, putting them in an included container.

Chinese robotics firms came to play at CES 2026, with the SwitchBot Onero H1 standing among the most intriguing highlights. Like CLOiD, the humanoid Onero is an all-around helper bot with a range of applications, including loading the dishwasher, serving food and drinks, washing and folding laundry, and decluttering the home. Also like CLOiD, it moves at a snail's pace and still abounds with questions around how it will actually operate in a hectic household. Nevertheless, the first offering may be available for consumers in 2026.

The new Narwal Flow 2 arrives with updated looks and advanced object avoidance for improved performance. The robot vacuum mop can recognize and avoid hundreds of everyday items, using its cloud-based AI to analyze new objects and fine-tune its avoidance ability over time. The robot goes a step further by identifying important materials you may have lost. If it recognizes a lost item, like your wallet or a piece of jewelry, it can tag it and alert you in the app, saving you time and aggravation.