Eight-year-old Wyatt Biggs, from Florida, has turned his unusual passion for robotic vacuum cleaners into a thriving online brand. What started as a childhood obsession with the family Roomba when he was three years old has evolved into a collection of more than 50 robot vacuums, a YouTube channel, a children’s book, and a merchandise business that reportedly grossed as much as $1,800 in his best month.
His journey has attracted millions of views online and been highlighted by major media outlets, making him one of the youngest robotics enthusiasts on the Internet.
Who is White Biggs? An 8-year-old Florida boy is obsessed with a robotic vacuum cleaner
White’s fascination with robotic vacuum cleaners began when he was just three years old, shortly after his younger brother was born. According to his mother, Sarah Biggs, the family’s Roomba has become a source of comfort, like a favorite toy or blanket for other children.
Instead of just watching it clean, White became interested in how the machine worked. His parents later introduced dedicated daily “rumba time” so he could spend time with his growing group, and he eventually joined a local robotics club to explore his interest in technology further.White’s curiosity quickly developed into hands-on learning. At the age of three, he reportedly picked up a screwdriver, disassembled one of the family’s robotic vacuum cleaners and carefully reassembled it.
Remarkably, the machine continued to work after that. Since then, he has taught himself how different robot vacuums work, learning how to identify faulty motors, worn brushes, damaged wheels, and battery issues. He repaired many of the donated machines, and returned some of them to their owners after returning them to working condition.
Collection of over 50 robotic vacuums
As news of White’s unusual hobby spread, friends, neighbors and community members began donating old or broken robot vacuums.
Some have been repaired and returned, while others have become part of his expanding collection. Today, White has more than 50 robot vacuums, including models from iRobot and several other manufacturers. Many of the machines were deemed beyond repair before arriving, giving White the opportunity to restore them, compare different models and better understand how automated cleaning technology works.
building ‘White’s world of Roombas ‘
To share his passion with others, Wyatt and his family launched the “Wyatt’s World of Roombas” channel on YouTube.
The channel features robot vacuum reviews, repair tutorials, restoration projects, product comparisons, and tech demos. One of his most popular videos shows more than 50 robot vacuum cleaners operating simultaneously, attracting millions of views across YouTube and other social media platforms.
His content has introduced viewers around the world to the technology behind consumer robotics in an engaging and accessible way.White’s growing online following inspired his family to launch a vacuum cleaner-themed merchandise business after discovering that there were a few products for children who shared his interest. The store sells T-shirts, backpacks and other accessories inspired by White’s trademark robotic vacuum cleaners online. According to his family, the project generated $1,800 in profits during its best month, while also connecting them with families whose children have similar interests in robotics and engineering.
Becoming a children’s book author
White also ventured into publishing. With his family, he co-authored Robbie the Robot Vacuum and His Big Adventure, a children’s book about a curious robot vacuum who leaves home to explore the world. The story encourages children’s curiosity and creativity. White and his younger brother also helped design the main character, which later inspired a matching plush toy.
Inspiring young people who are passionate about STEM
White’s story has become an example of child-led STEM learning, demonstrating how a child’s curiosity can develop into practical technology skills. Through years of repairing, restoring, and experimenting with robotic vacuums, he gained experience with mechanics, electronics, and problem solving from an early age. His family says they’ve heard from hundreds of parents whose children share similar interests in robotic vacuum cleaners and robots.
White has also expressed interest in programming, robotics, and 3D printing, hoping to pursue engineering-related projects in the future.
