# This shapeshifting cleaner can transform into a robot vacuum, a stick vacuum or a mop — and I almost couldn't believe my eyes

> As TechRadar's Homes Editor for floorcare I've seen my fair share of unusual contraptions among the ranks of the best robot vacuums – but I've never seen anything quite like the xLean TR1.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/home/robot-vacuums/this-shapeshifting-cleaner-can-transform-into-a-robot-vacuum-a-stick-vacuum-or-a-mop-and-i-almost-couldnt-believe-my-eyes?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6970c8394079acb35bf67695)
- **Published:** 2026-01-21
- **Category:** Smart Home
- **Tags:** #robotics #vacuum #robot #shapeshifting #stick #almost #believe #cleaner
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