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If you've ever wanted to buy a robot vacuum now is the time. CNET's best-rated models will be on sale for Black Friday and Cyber Monday with discounts of up to 57%..
The Roborock Q7 Max offers strong pressure and smart mapping, with apps-based no-go zones. its 180-minute runtime is impressive. It also self cleaning vacuum cleaner-empties and refills its water tank.
1. Roomba j7+ from iRobot
The Roomba J7+ is iRobot's most intelligent robot vacuum to date. Its most notable innovation, however, is its camera-based obstacle-detection technology. It uses AI to identify objects such as charging cords and shoes. It's the first robot to provide you with a picture of an object that it encounters, so you can instruct the robot to stay clear of it.
The Combo J7+ is the best robot to mop we've ever tested, picking up spills and dirt with ease and leaving no trace that it was there. It's easy to control using the iRobot Home app that allows you to schedule cleaning and set up Keep Out Zones to ensure it doesn't sweep areas you do not want it to. And it's compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can control it from start to stop with your voice.
The design is also superior to the other models. It has an elegant, top piece that appears like toys rather than an obnoxious and loud robot. The Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal System is self-emptying which is great 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 its place instead of scattering it on the floor. It was able to collect sand, small gravel and even a little grit. Most robots can't accomplish this feat. It did all of this without getting tangled up in our pet's shedding hair.
The j7+, although not as smart as the Roomba S9 for $1,217+ Self-Emptying vacuum robot (Sportedu official blog) from iRobot and isn't able to clean the stairs, is still a good option for those who want both mopping and vacuum. It's not expensive, and the iRobot application makes it user-friendly.
Although the iRobot Home app is very easy to use however we've found it be less reliable than other apps that work with robotic cleaners. It can take some time to download updates, and it's sometimes difficult to determine if they are working until you see them in action.
2. Roborock Q5+
If you are looking for a robot vacuum cleaner that does more than just clean your floors A hybrid is the ideal choice. These bots are equipped with a water tank, so they can vacuum and mop simultaneously. They also have a number of additional features, including smart mapping, small obstacle avoidance, and even the capability to dry and wash mopping pads. The downside is that they tend to be pricey at full retail, but on Black Friday and Cyber Monday they often drop in price.
Roborock is one of our top robot vacuums, and the Q5+ isn't an exception. It's their cheapest auto-empty model, and although it's not equipped with certain 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 some hundred dollars.
The Q5+ is remarkably gentle when it comes down to obstacles like tables and walls. This makes it a great choice for homes that have lots of furniture. It's also very thorough in cleaning dust bunnies. This is a area where many cheaper robot vacuums do not excel in. The technology used to navigate in the Q5+ is excellent too, with very little missed corners and on walls.
The Q5+, as with other Roborock products, can be controlled by only a few buttons on your device or through the Roborock App. The app lets you start and stop cleaning. You can also set schedules, create virtual barriers and no-go areas and alter your home map, or re-label the rooms.
If you choose to purchase the Q5+, it comes with a brand new auto-empty dock specifically designed to make this robot easy to maintain. It requires a screwdriver to install, but once installed, the process of emptying the bin is simple. It also features an impressive LCD display, which is nice to have when setting up schedules or adjusting settings. This feature isn't required for the majority of people, however it can help you effectively keep track of the robot'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 vacuuming and mopping capabilities. Its design and features are some of the best on the market however, it's also expensive.
The base station looks nice and is hidden when it's not in use, and the dimensions are quite small. But the station's biggest selling factor is its ability to automate numerous tasks and functions that most other robots leave up to you. It stores clean and dirty water, it electrolyzes and heats the water (which many other robots require you to do), empties the dustbin after vacuuming, and ensures that your robot clean and charged.
Its vacuuming performance is quite impressive, too. It's one of the few robot vacuums I've tried that does an excellent job of cleaning up debris from unfinished floors, and it's not nearly as loud as the more expensive Roomba 980 or iRobot the 900 series.
But the Freo X Ultra has its faults, especially when it comes to navigation. Its LiDAR sensors and laser sensors aren’t as reliable as other robovacs. This means it could get stuck or confused in certain corners or rooms in the house. It also can't climb stairs as well as other competitors and doesn't come with a docking station to create a cleaning zone for plush carpets.
The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a great choice for those who need a vacuum robot that can do everything.
If you're looking to cut costs or aren't concerned about the limitations of the robot, there are plenty of other options on the market. Many eufy models cost significantly less. The eufy Qrevo curv, for instance is less expensive however it comes with many more features, like stair climbing and a full-function Dock, with an improved overall experience when vacuuming on bare floors carpets with low pile, and even high-pile carpets.
4. Eufy RoboVac G30
eufy is an Anker company that has an established track record of making robot vacuum cleaner top 10 vacuums that have the right combination of features, performance, and price. The G30 Hybrid is no different, offering a capable cleaning on hard floors and carpets and mopping function too at a price that is affordable. It's simple to set up, just snap one of the side brushes on, turn on and plug in the charging dock. The app will guide you through the steps needed 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 around, however.
The G30 is tiny, 2.85 inches tall to be exact, which means it can be placed under sofas and other furniture with low clearance. The design is less ostentatious than some rival models, and features sleek black finishes and three buttons that are physical: Auto Cleaning start/pause, Recharge and Spot Clean (which scrubs a space in a spiral pattern 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 way that the G30 cleans is what sets it apart from its competitors. It makes use of an integrated map to make an image of the immovable items in its path. It can remember the things it has cleaned and what it is unable to access. It then returns to the base to recharge and continues cleaning where it left off.
The eufy G30 isn't without faults however. The iRobot Roomba is better built and has lower recurring costs. It charges faster, has a similar battery life, and performs better on bare carpet or floors with low pile. It also has a bigger dust bin that doesn't need to be emptied as frequently and comes with an array of boundaries that ensure it isn't in certain areas. The G30 however is more affordable and much simpler to maintain. Its smaller container means it doesn't need to be emptied as often and has less difficulty with bulky items like cereal.
