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Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals

If you've ever thought of buy a robot vacuum now is the time. CNET's top-rated models will be available for Black Friday and Cyber Monday with discounts 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 automatically refills and self-empties its water tank.

1. Roomba j7+ from iRobot

The Roomba J7+, IRobot's most intelligent robot to date, is the Roomba J7+. Its biggest innovation is a camera-based obstacle detection system that utilizes built-in AI to detect objects like charging cords, shoes and the pet waste that most other robots can't avoid (and often slough through). It's the first robot to provide you with pictures of the objects that it encounters, so you can tell the robot to stay clear of it.

The Combo J7+ is the best robot mop we have ever tested. It removes dirt and spills effortlessly and leaves no trace of it was there. It's easy to control using the iRobot Home app, which lets you schedule cleaning and create Keep Out Zones so that it doesn't sweep areas you do not want it to. It's compatible with Alexa or Google Assistant so you can start it and stop it using voice.

Its design is also a step above the competition and features a sleek, top piece that appears more like a toy than a loud, obnoxious one. Clean Base's Automatic Dirt removal System is also self-emptying which will cut down your cleaning time.

In our tests, we discovered that the j7+ swiftly removed dust, dirt, and pet hair. The rubber brushes that counter-rotate kept the debris in place instead of scattering it on the floor. It was able to capture small gravel, sand and even a tiny bit of grit. Most robots could not accomplish this feat. It did without getting caught up in our pet's hair.

The j7+, while not as sophisticated as the $1,217 Roomba S9and Self-Emptying Vacuum robot vacuum cleaner amazon from iRobot, and it cannot clean the stairs, is an excellent choice for those who need both a vacuum and a mop. It's not too expensive and the iRobot App makes it easy to use.

While the iRobot Home app is very user-friendly, we've found it to be less reliable than other apps that utilize robotic cleaners. It can take a long time to download updates, and at times it's difficult to tell whether the update actually functioning until you've seen it in the action.

2. Roborock Q5+

If you're looking for an automated vacuum cleaner that can do more than simply clean floors, the most effective option is likely to be a hybrid. This type of robot typically includes a built-in water tank, meaning they can both mop and vacuum your home at the same time. They also come with a variety of additional features, such as smart robot mapping, small obstacles avoidance, and even the capability to dry and wash mopping pads. They're costly at retail, but usually lower prices on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.

Roborock has some of our favorite robot vacuums, and the Q5+ isn't an exception. This is the cheapest model of their auto-empty line. Although it might not include some of the premium features (like no-go zones and multi-story memories) however, it's a great choice if you are willing to make some compromises to save a few bucks.

The Q5+ is exceptionally gentle when it comes to obstacles like table legs and walls. This makes it an excellent option for homes with a lot of furniture. It's also very thorough in cleaning dust bunnies. This is a area where many robot vacuums that are less expensive do not excel in. The Q5+'s navigation is excellent, with few misses on walls and corners.

Like other Roborock devices as well, the Q5+ can be controlled with the buttons on the device itself or via the Roborock app. Through the app, you can start and stop cleanings and schedules, as well as create virtual barriers and no-go zones, and alter your home map or re-label rooms.

If you choose the Q5+ it comes with a brand new auto emptying dock that is designed to make the robot easier to maintain. It requires a screwdriver to install, but once it's installed, the process of emptying the bin is relatively easy. It also has a large LCD display, which is nice to have when setting up schedules or altering settings. This isn't an essential feature for most people however it will aid in keeping track of your robot's maintenance intervals effortlessly.

3. Narwal Freo X Ultra

The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a smart vacuum well-rounded vacuum and mop. It's capable of both mopping and vacuuming. Its design and functionality are among the best on the market however it's expensive.

It's a small base station that looks great and can be hidden when not in use. The station's most appealing point is how it automates many tasks and functions that other robots leave up to you. It can store clean and dirty water, electrolyzes and heats the water (which the majority of other robots require you to do), empties the dustbin after vacuuming, and ensures that your robot fully charged and clean.

Its vacuuming capabilities are impressive, too. It's one of the few robovacs I've tested that does a really good job of picking up debris on bare floors, and it's not nearly as loud as the more expensive Roomba 980 or iRobot 900 series.

The Freo X Ultra is not without flaws, especially when it comes navigation. Its LiDAR sensors and laser sensors aren't as reliable as other robotvacs. This means that it could get stuck or get confused in certain corners or rooms in the house. It's also not able to climb stairs as well as other models 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 an excellent option for those looking for an automated vacuum that can do it all.

If you're looking for a way to save money or don't mind the limitations of the robot, there are many alternatives available. Many of the eufy models cost substantially less. The Eufy Qrevo Curv, for example 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 an established track record of making robot vacuums that have the right balance of performance, features, and price. The G30 Hybrid offers a powerful cleaning on carpets and hard floors, as well as mopping functions at a reasonable price. It's simple to set up, just attach one of the side brush and turn it on, then plug in your charging dock. The app takes you through a few steps to connect it to Wi-Fi. After that, the G30 is ready to go. The dock should be placed near an outlet and have plenty of space to move.

The G30 is a compact device that measures 2.85 inches in height, so it will be tucked away under couches and pieces of low-clearance furniture. The design is less flashy than some of the rival models, and features sleek black finishes and three physical buttons: Auto Cleaning start/pause, Recharge and Spot Clean (which scrubs an area in a spiral pattern for two minutes). You can also connect the G30 with Amazon Alexa or Google Home for voice commands to perform unscheduled cleaning.

The way the G30 cleans is what separates it from its rivals. It makes use of an integrated map to draw a picture of the immovable items in its path. It keeps track of the things it has cleaned and what it is unable to access. It automatically returns to the base to recharge and then continues cleaning the area it left.

The sleek G30 has a few flaws. The iRobot Roomba 675 is much better constructed, has lower recurring costs, charges more quickly and has the same battery life, while providing better performance on bare floors and low-pile carpet. It also has a larger dust bin that doesn't require to be empty as often and comes with a set of boundaries to restrict it from certain areas. The G30 is, however, is more affordable and is much easier to maintain. Its smaller dust container does not require emptying as often and is less prone to suffocating bulky materials such as cereal.