{"id":175162,"date":"2025-10-08T02:31:46","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T02:31:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/dreame-is-a-competitor-to-dyson-in-china-and-it-is-now-set-to-enter-the-spanish-market-by-adopting-a-strategy-similar-to-xiaomis\/"},"modified":"2025-10-08T02:31:48","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T02:31:48","slug":"dreame-is-a-competitor-to-dyson-in-china-and-it-is-now-set-to-enter-the-spanish-market-by-adopting-a-strategy-similar-to-xiaomis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/dreame-is-a-competitor-to-dyson-in-china-and-it-is-now-set-to-enter-the-spanish-market-by-adopting-a-strategy-similar-to-xiaomis\/","title":{"rendered":"Dreame is a competitor to Dyson in China, and it is now set to enter the Spanish market by adopting a strategy similar to Xiaomi’s."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Dreame has recently reported a staggering growth in revenue<\/a> across Europe, with a notable 139% increase in year-on-year revenue between January and July 2025. This remarkable progress has been particularly evident in Spain, which has emerged as a pivotal market for the brand’s expansion plans. Dreame is poised to replicate the successful roadmap laid down by Xiaomi eight years prior, aiming to establish itself firmly in the European market.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0Why is Dreame’s Strategy Crucial?\u00a0<\/h2>\n

Dreame’s initiative extends beyond merely selling \u00a0vacuum cleaners\u00a0. The Chinese company aims to create a \u00a0comprehensive connected home ecosystem\u00a0 that robustly competes against established European brands. While competitors like \u00a0*Dyson\u00a0*, \u00a0*Philips\u00a0*, and \u00a0*Bosch\u00a0* emphasize prestige and design, Dreame distinguishes itself through a disruptive pricing model, offering \u00a080% of the quality\u00a0 for only \u00a040% of the price\u00a0. This strategic approach mirrors Xiaomi’s method of penetrating the Spanish market\u2014launching an anchor product at an aggressive price to quickly capture market share and subsequently expanding into other home categories.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0The Current Landscape\u00a0<\/h2>\n

Spain has surpassed Dreame’s initial projections, prompting plans to open \u00a0two physical stores\u00a0 in Madrid and Barcelona. Currently, while the brand maintains a strong online presence, it also operates through partnerships with established retailers like \u00a0MediaMarkt\u00a0 and \u00a0El Corte Ingl\u00e9s\u00a0. Though online sales dominate, the growing popularity of physical stores highlights an evolving shopping preference.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0The Expansion Plan\u00a0<\/h2>\n

According to Expansion<\/em>, Dreame’s strategy entails launching \u00a022 product lines\u00a0, with \u00a015\u00a0 of them being entirely new. The company’s ambitions extend beyond cleaning devices; it plans to introduce \u00a0televisions, dishwashers, air conditioners\u00a0, and \u00a0small kitchen appliances\u00a0 in Spain. Additionally, the brand aims to enhance its personal care range with \u00a0hair dryers\u00a0 and \u00a0straighteners\u00a0, as well as integrate \u00a0robotic lawnmowers\u00a0 and \u00a0pool cleaners\u00a0 into its offerings.<\/p>\n

This strategic framework closely imitates Xiaomi’s successful approach:<\/p>\n

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  1. Launch a competitive tech product at a disruptive price.<\/li>\n
  2. Rapidly capture market share.<\/li>\n
  3. Foster brand loyalty through a cohesive ecosystem of connected devices.<\/li>\n
  4. Gradually expand product categories to become a dominant market player.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Interestingly, Xiaomi recently entered the \u00a0large household appliances\u00a0 segment in Europe, utilizing the same Trojan horse strategy to gain traction.<\/p>\n

    \u00a0Innovation as a Driving Force\u00a0<\/h2>\n

    Dreame’s commitment to \u00a0innovation\u00a0 serves as the backbone of its expansion strategy. Over \u00a060%\u00a0 of its workforce is dedicated to \u00a0R&D\u00a0, totaling over \u00a06,300 patents\u00a0 worldwide. Recently, at the IFA 2025, Dreame unveiled a groundbreaking cleaning robot equipped to climb stairs and featuring an arm for cleaning hard-to-reach areas.<\/p>\n

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    However, this fervor for innovation has not come without its challenges. The company recently found itself embroiled in legal disputes with \u00a0Dyson\u00a0, which accused it of marketing hair stylers similar to its \u00a0Airwrap model\u00a0. A provisional ruling from the \u00a0Unitary Patent Court\u00a0 mandated the withdrawal of two Dreame models in Spain, citing their resemblance to the British design. Despite the ongoing legal battles, it\u2019s clear that Dreame draws \u00a0inspiration\u00a0 from established brands, evidenced by features in products like air purifiers.<\/p>\n

    \u00a0Assessing the Competitive Pressure\u00a0<\/h2>\n

    The essential question arises: how long can traditional brands like \u00a0Dyson\u00a0, \u00a0Philips\u00a0, and \u00a0Bosch\u00a0 sustain their market positions against Dreame? The latter’s competitive pricing and high technical quality represent a true challenge to the conventional business models that focus on premium quality and high margins. This predicament echoes the \u00a0challenges\u00a0 European mobile phone manufacturers faced years ago when \u00a0Chinese brands\u00a0 entered the retail landscape. The outcome of that rivalry is still fresh in consumers’ memory.<\/p>\n

    \u00a0What\u2019s at Stake for Traditional Brands?\u00a0<\/h2>\n

    If Dreame successfully emulates Xiaomi’s success in Spain, the established European brands may find themselves at a crucial crossroads:<\/p>\n

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    1. Lowering prices (and margins) to stay competitive.<\/li>\n
    2. Accepting a gradual erosion of market share.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      A less likely third scenario involves one of the traditional brands suffering financial difficulties, leading to a buyout by a Chinese competitor seeking quick access to the European market, similar to what happened with brands like \u00a0Volvo\u00a0 and \u00a0Pirelli\u00a0 in the past.<\/p>\n

      For the time being, Dreame remains tight-lipped about its growth forecasts. However, it is evident that Spain serves as a cornerstone for its international ambitions, with the proposed stores in Madrid and Barcelona marking the onset of its aggressive expansion strategy.<\/p>\n


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