Mammotion’s latest robot vacuum isn’t for your living room. It’s for your pool, and it’s doing something most rivals can’t.
The Spino S1 Pro launches on Kickstarter on April 28 and sets itself apart from a growing number of pool-based cleaners with a robotic arm that can lift itself out of the water to recharge. This removes one of the biggest annoyances of pool cleaners.
Most robotic pool vacuums still need to be hauled out manually when they’re done. The Spino S1 Pro sidesteps that with what Mammotion calls its AutoShoreCharge system. It uses an articulating arm to climb onto its dock and recharge on its own. This is a small idea on paper, but in practice it means genuinely hands-free cleaning, at least in theory.
That convenience is backed by a fairly stacked spec sheet. The cleaner uses underwater communication tech to stay connected within a 10-metre range of its dock. This helps it navigate back accurately even in deeper or more complex pools. You can also control and tweak cleaning sessions through the Mammotion app.
Beyond the surface, the Spino S1 Pro leans heavily on AI. Its ZonePilot system combines 18 sensors including cameras, ToF and pressure sensors to map out the pool. It also avoids obstacles and adjusts its cleaning path on the fly. It’s designed to cover everything from the floor to walls and the waterline. With dual roller brushes and a dual-layer filtration system, it tackles both fine debris and larger particles.
Performance-wise, Mammotion claims up to 6,800 GPH suction, powered by five brushless motors. The robot also keeps within a tight distance of pool walls (around 1cm) for more precise edge cleaning. Moreover, an IPX8 rating and UV-resistant build mean it should handle long-term outdoor use without much fuss.
If you’re interested, pricing follows the usual Kickstarter playbook. Early backers can get up to $1,000 off, dropping the price to $1,499. There are other tiers at $1,699 and $1,999 depending on timing. Shipping is expected to start in November.
There’s also a cheaper Spino S1 model coming alongside it for $899. However, that one skips the self-docking arm. For many, this might be the main reason to consider the Pro in the first place.
Stephan is the sports journalist for the Maple Grove Report.
