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If you've always wanted to purchase a robot vacuum, now is the time. CNET's top-rated models are on sale this Black Friday and Cyber Monday and can save you up to 57%..
The Roborock Q7 Max is a powerful robot that has smart mapping and app-based no go zones. Its 180-minute running time is impressive. It also self-empties and automatically refills its water tank.
1. Roomba j7+ iRobot from iRobot.
The Roomba j7+, iRobot’s most advanced robot to date is the Roomba j7+. Its biggest advancement, however, is its camera-based obstacle detection system. It uses AI to recognize objects such as charging cords and shoes. It's also the first robot to automatically send you a photo of any object it encounters so that you can tell it to stay clear of it in the future.
The Combo J7+ is the best robot mop we have ever tested. It cleans up dirt and spills easily, leaving no trace that it was there. The iRobot app makes it easy to control. You can schedule cleanings, and also create Keep Out Zones to ensure that it doesn't vacuum in areas you don't want. It's compatible with Alexa or Google Assistant so you can start it and stop it with a voice.
self cleaning vacuum is an improvement over the rest and features a sleek, top piece that looks more like a toy robot rather than a loud, loud one. And the Clean Base Automated Dirt Disposal System self-empties which is great to speed up cleaning.
In our tests, the j7+ was quick to remove dust dirt, pet hair and even pet hair. The counter-rotating rubber brushes kept the debris in its place instead of scattering it across the floor. It was able capture sand, small gravel and even a tiny bit of grit. Most robots can't do this. It did this without getting caught in our pet's hair.
Although it's not as efficient as the $1,217 iRobot Roomba s9+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum and can't clean stairs, the J7+ is an excellent option for those who require both mopping and a vacuum in their home. It's not too expensive, and the IRobot app makes it user-friendly to use.
The iRobot Home App is easy to use, but we found it less reliable as other robotic cleaner apps. It can take a long time to download updates, and at times it's hard to determine whether the update is working until you see it in the action.
2. Roborock Q5+
If you're looking for a vacuum that does more than just clean floors, the best option is probably one that is a hybrid. This category of bots typically has a built-in water tank, meaning they can both vacuum and mop your home simultaneously. These bots also come with many additional features like smart mapping and small object avoidance and the capability to wash and dry mopping pads. They are expensive at full retail but often come down in price on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.
Roborock is the manufacturer of some of our favorite robotic vacuums, and the Q5+ doesn't fail to impress. This is the least expensive model of their auto-empty line. Although it might not have some of the more premium features (like no-go zones and multi-story memories) but it's a great choice for those who are willing to make a few compromises to save a few bucks.
The Q5+ is remarkably soft when it comes to obstacles such as walls and table legs. This makes it an excellent choice for homes that have many furniture pieces. It's also very thorough in cleaning dust bunnies. This is a area where many cheaper robot vacuums do not excel in. The Q5+'s navigation system is also superb, with only a few mishaps on walls and corners.
The Q5+, as with other Roborock products can be controlled with a few buttons on the device, or via the Roborock App. The app lets you start and stop cleanings, set schedules, create virtual barriers and no-go zones and alter your home map or change the labeling of rooms.
If you opt for the Q5+ model, it comes with a brand new auto-empty dock, which was specifically designed to make this robot easy to maintain. Installing it requires a screwdriver however, once it's in place emptying the bin can be done with relative ease. It comes with a huge LCD screen which is helpful for setting up schedules or adjusting settings. This feature isn't required for everyone, but it can help you easily keep track of the robot's maintenance schedules.
3. Narwal Freo X Ultra
The Freo X Ultra is a well-rounded robot vacuum and mop that's impressively smart in both its vacuuming and mopping capabilities. Its design is one of the top in the market, but it's expensive.
The base station is attractive and is easily hidden when not in use, and its dimensions are quite small. The station's most appealing point is how it automates various tasks and functions that most other robots will leave to you. It can store clean and dirty water and also electrolyze and warm the water. Most other robovacs will require you to perform this.
Its vacuuming performance is also impressive. It's the few robovacs I've tested that does very well at collecting debris from plain floors, and is not as loud as the more expensive Roomba 980 or iRobot the 900 series.
The Freo X Ultra is not without flaws, especially when it comes to navigation. Its LiDAR and laser sensors aren't as reliable as other robovacs. This means it sometimes gets stuck or confused in certain rooms or corners of the house. It's also not able to climb stairs like other models and isn't equipped with a dock that can create a cleaning area for carpets that are soft.
The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is an excellent option for those looking for a vacuum robot that can do it all.
If you're looking to save money or aren't concerned about the limitations of the robot, there are other options available. A lot of eufy models are considerably less. The Eufy Qrevo Curv, for instance is less expensive and offers an identical experience on the app with additional features such as the ability to climb stairs, a full-function dock, and better overall performance when vacuuming floors as well as high and low-pile carpets.
4. eufy RoboVac G30
eufy, an Anker company is a long-standing leader of making robot vacuums that strike the perfect balance between performance, features and price. The G30 Hybrid offers a powerful cleaning power for carpets and hard flooring, and mopping capabilities at a reasonable price. It's easy to set up by snapping one of the side brushes on, switch on and plug in the charging dock. The app will guide you through the steps required to connect your G30 to your Wi-Fi. The dock should be located near an outlet with plenty of space to move.
The G30 is a small device, measuring 2.85 inches in height, which means it will be tucked away under couches and low-clearance pieces of furniture. The design is less flashy than some of the rival models, with sleek black finish and three buttons that are physical such as Auto Cleaning start/pause, Recharge, and Spot Cleaning (which scrubs an area in an arc for two minutes). You can also link the G30 to Amazon Alexa or Google Home to perform cleaning that is not scheduled using voice commands.
The main characteristic that sets the G30 above the rest is the method it cleans. It uses a built-in map to create an image of immovable objects in its path and then keeps track of what it has already cleaned and where it can't access. If it requires a recharge, it will automatically return to its starting point and begins cleaning from where it started.
The sleek G30 isn't without its faults, though. The iRobot Roomba 675 is better constructed, has lower recurring costs, is charged faster and offers similar battery life. It also offers better performance on bare floors and carpets with low pile. It also comes with a larger dust bin that doesn't require to be emptied as frequently and comes with the boundaries to restrict it from certain areas. The G30 is cheaper and easier to maintain. Its smaller container means it doesn't have to be emptied as frequently and has less difficulty handling bulky products like cereal.