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Now is your chance to own a robot vacuum. CNET's top-rated models are available for sale this Black Friday and Cyber Monday, with savings of up to 57%..

The Roborock Q7 Max is a powerful robot that has smart mapping and app-based no go zones. Its running time of 180 minutes 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 greatest advancement is an obstacle detection system that utilizes built-in AI to detect objects such as charging cords, shoes, and the dreaded pet waste that many other robots are unable to avoid (and often slough through). It's also the first to automatically send you a photo of the object it comes across so you can tell it to avoid it in the future.

The Combo J7+ is the best robot vacuum black friday mop we've ever tested. It picks up dirt and spills easily, leaving no trace that it was there. The iRobot app makes it easy to control. It can schedule cleanings and even create Keep Out Zones to ensure that it doesn't sweep in areas you don't wish to. It's also compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can turn it on and off by speaking to it.

Its design is an improvement over the rest and features a sleek, top piece that looks more like a toy than a loud, obnoxious one. The Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal System is self-emptying and is ideal to reduce the time spent cleaning.

In our tests, the j7+ was quick to remove dust dirt, pet hair and even pet hair. Its counter-rotating rubber brush rolls kept the debris in one location rather than sending it scattering around the floor. It was able capture small pieces of gravel, sand, and even a bit of grit. Most robots could not achieve this feat. And all of this without getting caught in our pet's hair shedding.

The j7+, while not as sophisticated as the Roomba S9, which costs $1,217+ Self-Emptying Vacuum from iRobot, and it can't clean the stairs, is an option for those who require both a vacuum and a mop. It's not expensive and the iRobot App makes it easy to use.

While the iRobot Home app is very user-friendly however, we've found it to be less reliable than other apps that utilize robotic cleaners. It can take a while to download updates and it can be difficult to determine if they are working until you see them in action.

2. Roborock Q5+

When you're looking for an automated vacuum cleaner that can do more than just clean floors, the best choice is probably a hybrid. This category of bots typically includes a built-in water tank that allows them to vacuum and mop your home at the same time. They also have a range of additional features, such as smart mapping, small obstacles avoidance, and even the capability to wash and dry mopping pads. The downside is that they tend to be expensive when purchased at full retail price, but on Black Friday and Cyber Monday they usually drop in price.

Roborock is one of our favorite robot vacuums and the Q5+ isn't an exception. It's their most affordable auto-empty model, and although it's not equipped with some of the premium features that are found on more expensive models (like no-go zones and multi-story memory) it's a great choice if you're willing to compromise a bit in order to save a few hundred dollars.

The Q5+ is exceptionally gentle when it comes to obstacles like table legs and walls. This makes it an excellent option for homes with lots of furniture. It's also very thorough in removing dust bunnies. This is a place where most robot vacuums of lower quality aren't able to meet. The Q5+'s navigation system is also superb, with only a few mishaps along walls or in corners.

Like other Roborock devices like the Q5+, the Q5+ can be controlled with the buttons on the device itself or via the Roborock app. The app lets you start and stop cleanings. You can also set up schedules, create virtual barrier and no-go areas or alter your home map, or re-label rooms.

If you choose to purchase the Q5+, it ships with a new auto-empty dock specifically designed to make this robot vacuum cleaner simple to maintain. Installing it requires a screwdriver but once it's installed, emptying the bin can be accomplished without difficulty. It also comes with a large LCD display that is great to have when you're setting up schedules or altering settings. This feature isn't required for the majority of people, but it can help you effectively keep the robot vacuum cleaner best's maintenance schedules.

3. Narwal Freo X Ultra

The Freo X Ultra is a well-rounded robot mop and vacuum that's incredibly smart in both its mopping and vacuuming capabilities. Its design is one of the best in the industry however, it's costly.

It is a relatively small base station that looks stunning and is able to be concealed when not in use. But the station's biggest selling feature is the way it automatizes numerous tasks and functions that most other robots will leave to you. It can store dirty and clean water, and then electrolyze and heat the water. The majority of other robots require you to do this.

Its vacuuming performance is also impressive. It's the only robovac I've used that has done well at picking up debris from bare floors. And it's not as loud as the costly Roomba 900 series or iRobot 980.

The Freo X Ultra is not without flaws, especially when it comes to navigation. Its laser and LiDAR sensors aren't as reliable and reliable as other robovacs, meaning it sometimes gets stuck or confused in certain areas or rooms of your home. It's not able to climb stairs as well as some competitors, for instance, and it doesn't have a dock that lets you to set up an exclusive cleaning zone for carpets that are soft.

While it doesn't offer as many in terms of cleaning-related options in its app, or as many shortcuts in the app like other robovacs the Freo X Ultra is still a top choice for those looking for a comprehensive mop and robot vacuum that's worth the price price.

If you're looking to save money or aren't concerned about the limitations of the robot, there are other options on the market. A lot of eufy models are considerably less. The eufy Qrevo Curv, for instance is less expensive and offers the same experience in the app, but with more features, including stairs, a fully-function dock, and a better overall vacuuming performance on bare floors as well as high- and low-pile carpets.

4. Eufy RoboVac G30

Eufy is an Anker company that has a history of producing robot vacuums that offer the perfect balance of performance, features, and price. The G30 Hybrid offers a powerful cleaning of hard and carpeted floors, as well as mopping capabilities for a low cost. It's easy to set up, simply snap on one of the side brush, turn it on and connect the charging dock. The app will guide you through the steps needed to connect your G30 to your Wi-Fi. The dock should be placed near an outlet and have plenty of space to move.

The G30 is small, 2.85 inches tall to be precise, which means it will fit under many couches and other furniture with a low clearance. Its design is a little less ostentatious than some rival models, sporting sleek black finishes and three buttons that are physical that control Auto Cleaning, which can be paused or started. Recharge and Spot Clean (which cleans the area in spiral patterns for 2 minutes). You can also connect the G30 to Amazon Alexa or Google Home to perform cleaning that is not scheduled using voice commands.

The way that the G30 cleans is what differentiates it from other models. It makes use of an integrated map to create a picture of the immovable items that are in its path. It can remember the things it has cleaned and where it cannot access. It automatically returns to the base to recharge and then continues cleaning the area it left.

The sleek G30 isn't without faults, though. The iRobot Roomba is better built and has lower monthly costs. It charges faster, offers a similar battery life, and performs better on bare carpet or floors with low pile. It has a larger dust bin, which does not require the same amount of emptying. It also has boundaries that prevent it from certain areas. The G30, on the other hand is less expensive and is much simpler to maintain. Its smaller dust container does not require emptying as often and is less prone to suffocating bulky materials like cereal.