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If you've ever wanted to buy a robot vacuum now is the time to get one. CNET's top-rated models are on sale this Black Friday and Cyber Monday with savings of up to 57%..
The Roborock Q7 Max is a powerful robot with 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+ from iRobot
The Roomba j7+ is iRobot's most intelligent robot vacuum to date. Its most notable advancement, however, is its camera-based obstacle-detection system. It makes use of AI to recognize objects such as charging cords and shoes. It's also the first to automatically send you photos of an object it encounters so you can tell it to stay clear of it in the future.
The Combo J7+ is the most efficient robot mop we've ever tested. It removes dirt and spills easily, leaving no trace that it was there. It's simple to control via the iRobot Home app, which allows you to schedule cleaning and create Keep Out Zones to make sure it doesn't vacuum areas you do not want it to. It's compatible with Alexa or Google Assistant so you can start and stop it by voice.
The design is also superior to the other models. It has a sleek, high-end piece that appears like an toy, not a loud and obnoxious robot. The Clean Base automatic vacuum cleaner Dirt Disposal System automatically empty and is ideal for reducing your cleanup time.
In our tests the j7+ performed quick to clean up dust dirt, pet hair and even pet hair. The counter-rotating rubber brushes held the debris in place instead of scattering it on the floor. It was able to capture small pieces of gravel, sand, and even a bit of grit. Most robots could not do this. It did without getting caught up in our pet's hair.
The j7+, while not as intelligent as the Roomba S9, which costs $1,217and Self-Emptying Vacuum Robot from iRobot, and it can't clean the stairs, is still an option for those who need both a vacuum and a mop. It's not expensive, and the iRobot application makes it user-friendly.
The iRobot Home App is easy to use but we found it less reliable than other robotic bot cleaner applications. It can take a while to download updates, and at times it's difficult to tell whether the update is working until you see it in action.
2. Roborock Q5+
If you are looking for a robot vacuum cleaner that can do more than simply clean your floors A hybrid is the best automatic floor cleaner option. This category of bots typically includes a built-in water tank, meaning they can both vacuum and mop your home at the same time. They also come with many additional features, including smart mapping and small object avoidance and the possibility of washing and re-drying mopping pads. They're costly at retail, but they often are reduced on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.
Roborock has some of our top robot vacuums and the Q5+ isn't an exception. It's their cheapest auto-empty model, and although it doesn't have some of the premium features you'll find on higher-end models (like no-go zones and multi-story memory) it's still a great choice if you're willing to sacrifice a bit to save some hundred dollars.
The Q5+ is noticeably soft around obstacles like tables and walls and walls, which makes it an excellent choice for homes with lots of furniture. It's also extremely thorough in cleaning dust bunnies, which is a problem where cheaper robot vacuums fail. The technology for navigation in the Q5+ is superb as well, with only a few missed corners and along walls.
The Q5+, like other Roborock products can be controlled via only a few buttons on your device, or via the Roborock App. The app lets you start and stop cleaning, set schedules, create virtual barriers and no-go zones, and alter your home map, or re-label rooms.
If you opt for the Q5+ it comes with a new auto emptying dock that is designed to make the Robot broom easier to maintain. Installing it requires a screwdriver, however, once it's in place it can be done without difficulty. It comes with a huge LCD screen which is helpful for setting up schedules or changing settings. This feature isn't necessary for most people but it can help you to keep 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 and features are among the most advanced available however, it's also expensive.
The base station is attractive and is hidden when it's not in use, and the size is relatively compact. The main reason to buy the station is that it automates many tasks, chores and functions that other robots would leave to you. It can store dirty and clean water and also electrolyze and warm the water. Most other robovacs will require you to perform this.
Its vacuuming capabilities are impressive and efficient, too. It's the only robovac that I've used that has done an excellent job of removing the dust from floors with no. And it's not as loud as the expensive Roomba 900 series or iRobot 980.
However, the Freo X Ultra has its faults, especially in terms of navigation. Its laser sensors and LiDAR sensors aren’t as reliable as other robot vacuums. This means that it is prone to getting stuck or confused in certain areas or rooms in the home. It's also not able to climb stairs as well as other models and doesn't come with a dock to create a clean zone for carpets with plush padding.
The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a great choice for those who need a robot vacuum bot that does everything.
However, if you're looking to save money or don't want to think about the limitations of this machine, there are plenty of alternatives available, including a lot of eufy models priced considerably less. The eufy Qrevo Curv, for example is less expensive and offers a similar in-app experience with more features like stair climbing, a full-function dock, and superior 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 producing robot vacuums that strike a good robot vacuum balance between features, performance and price. The G30 Hybrid offers a powerful cleaning on hard and carpeted flooring, and mopping functions at a reasonable price. It's easy to set it up, just snap on one of the side brushes and turn it on, then connect your charging dock. The app will guide you through the steps required to connect your G30 to your Wi-Fi. You'll need to place the dock near an electrical outlet and plenty of room to allow it to move however.
The G30 is small, 2.85 inches tall to be precise and will fit under many sofas and other furniture with low clearance. Its design isn't as ostentatious compared to some rival models. It has a sleek black finish with three buttons that are physical for Auto Cleaning start/pause (which scrubs a spot in a spiral pattern over two minutes), Recharge, and Spot Cleaner. It is also possible to connect the G30 to Amazon Alexa or Google Home to conduct cleaning without a schedule using voice commands.
The way in which the G30 cleans is what differentiates it from other models. It uses an integrated map to make a picture of the immovable objects in its path. It can remember what it has already cleaned and where it cannot access. When it's time to recharge, it automatically returns to its starting point and begins cleaning where it started.
The elegant G30 has a few flaws. The iRobot Roomba is better built and has lower monthly costs. It charges faster, offers the same battery life and performs better on bare flooring or carpet with a low pile. It also comes with a larger dust bin that doesn't need to be empty as often and comes with a set of boundaries to restrict it from certain areas. The G30 however, is more affordable and is much easier to maintain. Its smaller size means that it doesn't need to be empty as often, and it has less difficulty handling bulky products such as cereal.
