Friendly Robots is a commercial-grade autonomous vacuum cleaner designed for commercial real estate and hospitality environments. It primarily serves carpeted open spaces and hallways, cleaning up to 100,000 sq. ft. per day at a rate of 4,000–5,000 sq. ft. per hour.

The robot is optimized for carpeted surfaces. It can perform dry sweeping on hard floors but is not designed for fine dust collection. Attachments for improved hard floor performance are in development.

The robots are manufactured in Oakland, California, USA.

Currently used in office buildings and coworking spaces in Oakland, California.

Standard pricing is $2,499/month, which includes transportation and service.

Yes, when operating autonomously, the robot uses advanced sensors to detect and avoid people and obstacles. In teleoperation mode, navigation is the user's responsibility.

Yes, it functions in areas with light to moderate foot traffic. In highly crowded spaces, it may pause frequently.

Yes, paths are mapped and stored during setup, allowing consistent, repeatable coverage.

It depends on the extent of the changes. Minor shifts are manageable; large rearrangements may require re-mapping.

In normal mode, 6 inches; in edge-cleaning mode, it gets flush with edges.

Approximately 5,000 sq. ft. per hour; actual performance may vary based on room layout.

It can handle small debris like beads, popcorn, small fries, and cocktail toothpicks.

Yes, it operates slowly and methodically to ensure thorough cleaning. It functions like a commercial vacuum with added autonomy.

No, it uses a roller brush to agitate and collect debris.

Yes, it is equipped with a HEPA filter for improved air quality.

Some dust may be kicked up during cleaning, similar to traditional vacuums.

Connect to its Wi-Fi access point and access the control interface via a web browser.

It requires elevator access; it cannot navigate stairs on its own.

No, it must be moved using an elevator.

Yes, this can be arranged as part of your service contract.

Approximately 175 lbs.

Transportation costs are included in the monthly service fee.

The dustbin is located at the back of the robot. It requires unscrewing a few screws to remove and empty into trash bags.

Typically, the custodial staff responsible for deployment handles this task.

Friendly Robots provides on-site repairs and component replacements as part of the service model.

All consumables and components are serviced and replaced by Friendly Robots.

Typically, within one business day.

You can teleoperate the robot back to its last working position or contact Friendly Robots for remote support.

No, video is not stored. The system uses computer vision to map the area without recording video. Live streams may be enabled for remote support if needed.

Yes, it has Wi-Fi capability. It does not use cellular networks.

The robot is splash-proof but may suffer damage from large spills or full submersion.

It uses SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) technology and visual landmarks to localize itself in real time.

Visual data is abstracted into geometric features (e.g., door frames, lighting changes), not as video files.

A mathematical framework that allows robots to create a map of an environment while simultaneously tracking their location within it.

The robot is equipped with anti-static strips to reduce static charge buildup.

No, it features non-marring wheels designed to be safe for commercial flooring.

It delivers consistent daily vacuuming with detailed reporting, enhancing the efficiency of janitorial operations and enabling staff to focus on people-oriented tasks.

The robot reduces repetitive and physically demanding tasks, allowing workers to focus on higher-value, customer-facing responsibilities.

Contact haoranxu@friendlyrobotscompany.com. After an initial consultation and site visit, a trial period can be arranged, followed by a full-service contract if satisfied.

The following chart breaks down cost scenarios based on different operation models (manual vacuuming, monthly rental, lease, or purchase) and usage levels (4 or 8 hours per day). It illustrates the cumulative cost over time, showing how leasing or purchasing equipment can dramatically reduce labor and operational costs—especially with extended daily use. 💡 Over 3 years of use, even at 4 hours/day, purchasing the equipment (with added warranty coverage) is less than half the cost of continued manual labor or short-term rentals. The ROI is even stronger at higher utilization rates.