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Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals
This is your time to own a robot vacuum. CNET's top models are on sale this Black Friday and Cyber Monday with savings of up to 57%.
The Roborock Q7 Max offers strong pressure and smart mapping with app-based no-go zones, and its 180-minute runtime is impressive. It also automatically refills and self-empties its water tank.
1. iRobot Roomba j7+
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 recognize objects like charging cords, shoes, and the dreaded pet waste most other robots can't avoid (and often slough through). It's also the first robot vacuum cleaner amazon to automatically send you a picture 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 vacuum for tile floors robot mop we have ever tested. It removes dirt and spills quickly and leaves no trace of 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 also compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can start and stop it using your voice.
Its design is also an improvement over the rest with a sleek top piece that appears more like a toy robotic 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, the j7+ was quick to clean up dust dirt, pet hair and other particles. The counter-rotating rubber brushes held the debris in place, rather than scattering it around the floor. It was able to collect small pieces of gravel, sand, and even a tiny bit of grit. Most robots can't achieve this feat. And it did all of this without getting caught in our pet's shedding hair.
The j7+, although not as intelligent as the Roomba S9 for $1,217+ Self-Emptying Vacuum Robot from iRobot, and can't clean the stairs, it's an excellent choice for those who require both mopping and a vacuum. It's not costly and the iRobot App makes it simple to use.
The iRobot Home App is easy to use but we found it less reliable than other robotic cleaner applications. It can take a long time to download updates, and at times it's hard to determine if the update is actually functioning until you've seen it in the action.
2. Roborock Q5+
If you're looking to purchase a vacuum that does more than just clean floors, the best robot vacuum choice is probably hybrid. These robots come with a water tank so they can vacuum and mop simultaneously. These bots also have a variety of extra features such as smart mapping, small object avoidance, and the ability to wash and re-dry mopping pads. They are expensive at retail, but usually are reduced on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.
Roborock produces several of our top robot vacuum cleaner robotic vacuums and the Q5+ doesn't perform to the standards. It's their most affordable auto-empty model. While it's not equipped with certain features found on higher-end models (like no-go zones and multi-story memory) it's still an excellent option if you're willing sacrifice a little to save some hundred dollars.
The Q5+ is notably gentle around obstacles such as table legs and walls, which 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 cheaper robot vacuums do not excel in. The Q5+'s navigation system is also superb, with only a few mishaps along walls or in corners.
Like other Roborock devices, the Q5+ can be controlled with the buttons on the device itself or through the Roborock app. The app lets you start and stop cleanings or schedules, establish virtual barriers and no-go zones, and adjust your home map, or change the labeling of rooms.
If you opt for the Q5+, it comes with a brand new auto-empty dock that's specifically designed to make the robot simple to maintain. Installing it requires a screwdriver however, once it's in place, emptying the bin can be done without difficulty. It features a large LCD screen that is very useful for setting up schedules or changing settings. This feature isn't required for everyone, but it can help to 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 astonishingly clever in its mopping and vacuuming capabilities. Its design is one of the most innovative in the market, but it's expensive.
It's a small base station that looks great and is able to be concealed when not in use. The station's most appealing feature is the way it automatizes many tasks and functions that other robots leave up to you. It can store clean and dirty water and electrolyze and heat the water. Most other robovacs will require this.
Its vacuuming performance is quite impressive and efficient, too. It's one of the few robovacs I've tested that does a really good job of cleaning up 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 free of faults, especially in the area of navigation. Its laser sensors and LiDAR sensors aren't as reliable and reliable as other robovacs. This means that it could get stuck or confused in certain areas or rooms in the house. It's also unable to climb stairs like other models and doesn't come with a dock that can create a clean zone for plush carpets.
The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is an excellent choice for those who need a vacuum robot that can do it all.
If you're looking to save money or don't mind the limitations of the robot, there are other options available. Many of the eufy models cost significantly less. The eufy Qrevo curv, for example is a bit more expensive however it comes with more features, such as the ability to climb stairs and a full-function Dock, that provides a better overall vacuuming experience on bare floors carpets, low-pile carpets and even high-pile carpets.
4. Eufy RoboVac G30
Eufy, a Anker company has a proven track record of producing robot vacuums that strike the right balance between features, performance and price. The G30 Hybrid is no different and offers a powerful cleaning on hard floors and mopping, carpets and other surfaces at a price that is affordable. It's easy to set up, just snap one of the side brushes on, turn on and plug in the charging dock. The app takes you through several steps to connect it to your Wi-Fi. After that, the G30 is ready to go. It is recommended to keep the dock near an outlet for power and enough space to allow it to move around but.
The G30 is a tiny device that measures 2.85 inches in height, which means it can be placed under most couches and low-clearance pieces of furniture. The design is more modest than other models, sporting sleek black finish and three buttons that are physical that control Auto Cleaning, which can be paused or started. Recharge and Spot Cleaning (which cleans the area in a spiral pattern for two minutes). You can also connect the G30 to Amazon Alexa or Google Home to perform cleaning that is not scheduled using voice commands.
The most important characteristic that distinguishes the G30 apart from most competitors is the way it cleans. It uses a built-in mapping to create an image of the immovable objects in its path while retaining what it's cleaned and the areas it's not able to access. When it's time to recharge, it returns to its starting point and begins cleaning from where it left off.
The eufy G30 has a few issues. The iRobot Roomba is more durable and has lower recurring costs. It charges faster, has a similar battery life, and performs better on unfinished flooring or carpet with a low pile. It has a bigger dust bin that does not require more emptying. It also comes with boundaries that prevent it from certain areas. The G30, on the other hand is more affordable and is much easier to maintain. Its smaller container means it doesn't need to be emptied as frequently and it's less difficulty with bulky items such as cereal.