Meet Dreame's Z1 Pro: an AI-powered pool-cleaning robot that will transform your summer

There’s nothing like a refreshing dip in the summer sun to soothe your mind and body. Eventually, though, the ever-nagging reminder of pool maintenance comes along to spoil the fun. And until now, pool cleaning has always meant compromise.
Do you choose a powerful corded cleaner that delivers impressive results but tangles endlessly? Or should you go cordless for convenience, accepting the random cleaning patterns that miss spots and waste time? From wrestling with cables that snag on steps and ladders, struggling with retrieving robots from deep ends, and watching cleaning cycles repeat the same areas while missing others entirely, there’s no shortage of pool-cleaning headaches out there.
Enter the Dreame Z1 Pro, the world's first robotic pool cleaner equipped with Advanced PoolSense technology – a breakthrough AI system that brings intelligent navigation to cordless convenience. Crammed with all manner of powerful, intelligent, and effective features, it’s here to make your life easier. Here’s how...
Like a fish in water
Traditional pool robots operate like runaway bumper cars at a fairground, hoping random movement will eventually cover every surface. They bump into walls, get stuck in corners, and clean the same spots repeatedly while missing others entirely. Unsurprisingly, the frustration of watching an expensive device behave so unintelligently has driven many pool owners back to manual cleaning.
The Z1 Pro is different. It maps your space like a professional cleaner would, using its Triple Surround Fusion Perception System to understand every corner, step, and obstacle, before beginning its work. This sophisticated sensor array combines ultrasound detection, 3D structured light mapping, and Time-of-Flight measurement to create a comprehensive three-dimensional understanding of your pool's unique geometry.
This powerful robot creates intelligent cleaning routes tailored to your specific pool shape, whether rectangular, kidney-shaped, irregular, or anything in between. S-shaped patterns systematically cover floor areas, N-shaped paths ensure complete wall coverage, and precision waterline navigation tackles challenging transition zones where most debris accumulates.
The end result? Methodical cleaning that covers every surface without the frustrating gaps and endlessly repeated areas that plague conventional pool robots. No more watching your cleaner bump aimlessly around the same corner for twenty minutes while ignoring the opposite end entirely. Just sit back, relax, and watch the magic unfold.
Power in spades
Smart navigation means nothing without the cleaning performance to match. The Z1 Pro delivers dual brushless motors generating 8,000GPH of suction power – a figure that significantly outperforms established competitors.
More importantly, it excels precisely where other offerings struggle the most. The horizontal waterline cleaning capability, for example, tackles notorious areas where oils, pollen, and fine debris create unsightly rings around your pool's perimeter. Operating with 50% greater efficiency than comparable cordless models, the Z1 Pro’s aerodynamic design and dual pump system maintain consistent wall contact while thoroughly scrubbing the tricky surfaces that manual cleaning often misses.
The active dual brushing system also works in tandem with powerful suction, creating a comprehensive cleaning approach that lifts stubborn algae and embedded debris. Whether dealing with autumn leaves, fine sand, hair, or the microscopic particles that cloud water clarity, the advanced filtration system captures contaminants as small as 180 micrometers, ensuring your pool water remains delightfully crystal clear, rather than simply appearing clean on the surface.
Cordless convenience without compromise
The Z1 Pro's Lithium-ion 9,600 mAh battery provides 180+ minutes of continuous operation, easily handling pools up to 2,160 sq. ft. without interruption. This impressive runtime eliminates the range anxiety of incomplete cleaning cycles that plague shorter-lasting competitors. And when cleaning is complete or battery levels drop below 10%, intelligent auto-parking positions the robot at your poolside – no more fishing around with nets or waiting for random positioning.
Not only that, but the Z1 Pro also offers real-time control capabilities for those moments when you want to take matters into your own hands. Its LiFi remote control system operates at distances up to seven metres, unlocking underwater steering that transforms pool maintenance from a passive waiting game into active management.
You can also direct the robot to specific problem areas, pause cleaning for spot treatment, or recall it instantly when needed. It's the first cordless pool cleaner offering this level of responsive control, bridging the gap between automated convenience and manual precision.
Four specialised cleaning modes are also present, letting you adapt to varying maintenance needs and pool conditions. Standard mode delivers comprehensive coverage for regular maintenance, while Floor Only mode focuses on intensive cleaning on bottom surfaces where heavy debris settles. Wall Only mode targets vertical surfaces where algae typically establish, and Waterline Focus mode concentrates on that critical transition zone where most contamination occurs.
Smart home integration
The Z1 Pro also represents pool cleaning's integration into the broader smart home ecosystem. Just like the intelligent thermostats that learn your temperature preferences, or robot vacuums that navigate indoor spaces autonomously, the Z1 Pro brings the same level of automation and intelligence to outdoor maintenance tasks that have, until now, remained stubbornly manual.
The Dreamehome app provides comprehensive control over cleaning schedules, monitoring capabilities, and performance tracking. You can customise cleaning intensity, set automated schedules around your lifestyle, and receive detailed reports on coverage areas and duration. The one-click 4.5l capacity filter removal system also makes maintenance effortless, handling everything from large leaves and twigs, down to fine sand particles and hair that escape other cleaning systems. Simply lift out the debris basket, rinse clean under a hose, and you’re good to go.
Future-proof updates also ensure continued improvements and features long after purchase. Enhanced obstacle avoidance algorithms, zone cleaning capabilities, and improved navigation patterns arrive via automatic firmware updates, meaning your investment continues evolving, rather than becoming obsolete. Scheduled updates include advanced pickup zone functionality and designated spot cleaning with remote control – features that transform the Z1 Pro from a cleaning tool into a comprehensive pool management system.
The future of effortless pool ownership has arrived
For pool owners ready to embrace intelligent automation, the Z1 Pro isn't just an upgrade to existing equipment – it's a comprehensive solution that makes truly effortless pool ownership possible, transforming the cleaning process from a nagging responsibility to pure enjoyment.
Better yet, this revolutionary approach to pool maintenance is currently available at a promotional price through May 31 via Dreame's official website and Amazon, where it can be yours for just $1099 – $400 off its $1499 RRP.
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