ROBOT OF THE YEAR 2026/2027: ROBOROCK SAROS 20 SONIC

The trade magazine Elektronikkbransjen, in collaboration with retail experts, has selected the product of the year in 16 categories, and ‘Robot of the Year 2026/2027’ is the Roborock Saros 20 Sonic.

This is the 23rd consecutive year that the trade magazine has organised the awards, which also include the selection of the Christmas gift of the year. Dedicated expert juries have assessed the products’ features, whether they bring something new to the market, and their expected popularity among the Norwegian public. The criteria also require the products to have gone on sale in Norway after 1 January 2026 and to be available in stores in the run-up to Christmas.

The expert jury in this category consists of Arnstein Værdal (Elkjøp), Danial Ejaz Bhatti (Power), Henrik Hjelvik (Komplett/NetOnNet), Knut Grimstad (Elon) and jury chair Stian Sønsteng (Elektronikkbransjen).

Roborock Saros 20 Sonic

The robot vacuum cleaner is equipped with next-generation VibraRise 5.0 vibrational mopping and an extendable, detachable mopping system that reaches along edges and into corners. The FlexiArm side mop cleans close to skirting boards and helps increase cleaning coverage. The model handles thresholds of up to 8.8 cm and moves easily over soft carpets. The jury describes it as the test winner offering the best value for money, highlighting the combination of 36,000 Pa suction power, VibraRise 5.0 mopping and 100°C hot-water washing. NOK from 16,000

Finalists:

Dreame X60 Ultra

The robot vacuum cleaner is designed for a high degree of automation and manoeuvrability in demanding home environments. With an ultra-slim design measuring 7.95 cm, it reaches underneath low furniture while handling thresholds of up to 8.8 cm across two steps. The fully automatic base station empties the dust container, washes the mops with hot water and dries them after use. The expert jury highlights the combination of 35,000 Pa suction power, AI navigation and 100 °C hot-water washing, which contributes to a cleaning experience that is as autonomous as possible. NOK 16,000

Roborock Saros 20 Neo

The robot vacuum cleaner combines 36,000 Pa suction power with dual rotating mops and intelligent navigation. AdaptiLift makes it possible to overcome thresholds of up to 8.8 cm, while RetractSense automatically lowers the navigation module so that it can clean underneath low furniture. The DuoDivide main brush and FlexiArm Arc side brush are designed to guide hair and pet fur towards the suction inlet, while the multifunctional dock provides automated maintenance. According to the jury, the model offers the same powerful performance and manoeuvrability as the flagship model, but at a lower price. From NOK 13,000