SoftBank Robotics Launches 3 New Commercial Cleaning Robot Whiz Series Products

SoftBank Robotics Corp. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and CEO: Fumihide Tomizawa; hereinafter "SoftBank Robotics") has launched three new products (Whiz P, Whiz B, Whiz V) in its "Whiz" series of commercial cleaning robots, achieving a full lineup with development, design, and quality control by Japanese companies. Whiz P and Whiz B are available for sale starting today, and pre-orders for Whiz V have begun.

Since launching the commercial cleaning robot "Whiz" in 2019, SoftBank Robotics has shipped over 40,000 "Whiz" series units worldwide, leading the market by securing the top share among domestic manufacturers in the commercial cleaning robot market for three consecutive years (*1) and ranking No. 1 globally in commercial indoor service robot sales (*2). As the market matures, customer needs have diversified, and overseas products have also entered distribution.

Amidst this, the Japanese government compiled its AI Robotics Strategy in March 2026, outlining a policy to elevate the AI and robotics industry into a new core industry for Japan to address the structural labor shortages accompanying the declining birthrate and aging population. In response to these trends, SoftBank Robotics is introducing three new products into its "Whiz" series, which it develops, designs, and quality-controls, to meet a wide range of needs.

The strength of our robots lies in meeting multi-stage strict quality control standards, from the production line to pre-shipment inspections, based on extensive operational experience in the field. Furthermore, the "Whiz" series integrates with "SBX Connect," our facility management AI platform, to achieve automated facility management by accumulating and utilizing various data such as operational status. Since this data is managed in Japan (*3), it ensures a high level of security from an economic security perspective.

Moving forward, SoftBank Robotics will continue to support the resolution of cleaning operational challenges through the "Whiz" series, contributing to increased productivity for more customers.

*1 Fuji Keizai "2026 Edition Domestic Autonomous Driving Robot Market Analysis" (published March 19, 2026) Ranked No. 1 in domestic manufacturer share of the commercial cleaning robot market (2025 results)

https://www.fuji-keizai.co.jp/report/detail.html?code=112512918

*2 Certified as No. 1 globally in commercial indoor service robot sales. As of April 2022. (According to Grand View Research)

*3 Some product integrations are under development

Product Lineup

◾️ Whiz P

An AI-powered commercial smart cleaning robot designed for small and medium-sized commercial facilities and office buildings. Its compact body features four cleaning modes: vacuuming, sweeping, scrubbing, and mopping. It automatically generates cleaning routes using the latest AI technology and safely avoids obstacles, including pedestrians, with omnidirectional sensors.

Release Date: May 13, 2026 (Wednesday)

◾️ Whiz B

A powerful autonomous square sweeper designed for large facilities such as logistics warehouses and factories. It boasts high suction power capable of collecting everything from fine dust to large debris, and efficiency to clean over 40,000㎡ overnight. With advanced sensors, it operates autonomously and safely even in environments with people and vehicles, achieving cleaning DX for large-scale sites.

Release Date: May 13, 2026 (Wednesday)

◾️ Whiz V

A dry-type cleaning robot specializing in vacuuming. This vacuum product can now clean along walls, which was previously difficult. Its compact minimum passage width of 60cm allows for smooth operation in narrow retail aisles and offices. Compared to the Whiz i, another vacuum product, cleaning efficiency has increased by approximately 2.4 times, and maximum vacuum operating time has extended by approximately 1.4 times, aiming for more efficient DX cleaning.

Pre-order Start Date: May 13, 2026 (Wednesday) ~

Learn more here.

https://www.softbankrobotics.com/jp/product/cleaning/whiz/

About SoftBank Robotics Corp.

SoftBank Robotics was quick to announce the humanoid robot "Pepper" in 2014, followed by cleaning robots in 2018, serving and transport robots in 2021, and logistics automation solutions in 2022. Leveraging the knowledge and operational data gained through handling diverse products, it plays a pioneering role as a Robot Integrator (RI) by providing solutions for effective robot implementation. Currently, it has 21 bases in 9 countries worldwide.