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Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals
Now is your chance to own a robotic vacuum. CNET's top-rated models will be on sale for Black Friday and Cyber Monday with discounts of up to 57%.
The Roborock Q7 Max is a powerful robot that has smart mapping and app-based no go zones. Its 180-minute running time is impressive. It also automatically replenishes and self-empties its water tank.
1. Roomba j7+ from iRobot
The Roomba j7+, iRobot’s most intelligent self-cleaning robot vacuums to date, is the Roomba J7+. Its biggest advancement is an obstacle detection system that utilizes built-in AI to recognize objects like charging cords, shoes and the pet waste that the majority of other robots cannot avoid (and often go through). It's also the first robot to automatically send you photos of any object it encounters to let you know to stay clear of it in the future.
The Combo j7+ is also the most effective mop-bot we've ever tested, picking up dirt and spills with ease without leaving any trace that was there. The iRobot app makes it easy to control. It can schedule cleanings and create Keep Out Zones so that it doesn't clean in areas you don't want. And it's compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can start and stop it using your voice.
The design is also more appealing than the competition. It has a sleek, top piece that appears like a toy rather than a loud and obnoxious robot. Clean Base's Automatic Dirt Disposal It also self-empties which can cut down on cleaning time.
In our tests the j7+ performed quick to pick up and remove dust dirt, pet hair and even pet hair. Its counter-rotating rubber brush rolls kept the debris in one location instead of scattering it across the floor. It even could catch small gravel and sand which other robots couldn't do. It did this without getting tangled in our pet's hair.
The j7+, while not as smart as the $1,217 Roomba S9+ Self-Emptying Vacuum Robot from iRobot, and can't clean the stairs, it's an option for those who require both mopping and vacuum. It's not costly and the iRobot App makes it easy to use.
Although the iRobot Home app is very easy to use however, we've found it to be less reliable than other apps that use robotic cleaners. It can take a while to download updates, and it is sometimes difficult to tell whether they're working until you see them in action.
2. Roborock Q5+
If you're looking for an automated vacuum cleaner that can do more than just clean floors, your best robovac choice is probably one that is a hybrid. This category of bots typically comes with a built-in tank for water which means they can vacuum and mop your house simultaneously. These bots also come with various additional features like smart mapping, small object avoidance, and the ability to wash and re-dry mopping pads. The disadvantage is that they tend to be expensive at retail, but during Black Friday and Cyber Monday they are often reduced in price.
Roborock is one of our top robot Vacuum Ebay vacuums and the Q5+ is no exception. This is the cheapest model of their auto-empty line. While it may not include some of the premium features (like no-go zones or multi-story memories) however, it's a great choice when you're willing to make a few compromises to save a few dollars.
The Q5+ is exceptionally soft when it comes to obstacles like tables and walls. This makes it a great choice for homes that have a lot of furniture. It's also very thorough in cleaning up dust bunnies. This is a place where many robot vacuums that are less expensive aren't able to meet. The Q5+'s navigation is excellent, with few misses along walls and in corners.
Like other Roborock devices as well, the Q5+ can be controlled using a few buttons on the device itself or through the Roborock app. The app allows you to start and stop cleanings. You can also set schedules, create virtual barriers and no-go zones, alter your home map, or change the room's label.
If you opt for the Q5+ model, it comes with a brand new auto-empty dock specifically designed to make this machine easy to maintain. It requires a screwdriver install, but once it's installed, the process of emptying the bin is relatively easy. It also has a large LCD display that is great to have when setting up schedules or altering settings. This feature isn't necessary for the majority of people, but it can help you to keep the robot's maintenance schedules.
3. Narwal Freo X Ultra
The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a smart well-rounded vacuum and mop. It's capable of mopping and vacuuming. Its design and functionality are among the best robot vacuum for the money on the market - but it's also pricey.
It's a tiny base station that looks stunning and is able to be concealed when not in use. But the station's biggest selling factor is its ability to automate various tasks and functions that most other robots leave up to you. It can store clean and dirty water and electrolyze and heat the water. The majority of other robots require you to perform this.
Its vacuuming capabilities are impressive and efficient, too. It's the only robovac that I've tested that does an excellent job of removing the dust from floors with no. It's also not as loud as the costly Roomba 900 series or iRobot 980.
The Freo X Ultra is not without flaws, especially in the area of navigation. The laser and LiDAR sensors aren't as reliable as other robovacs, meaning it sometimes gets stuck or confused in certain areas or rooms of the house. It's also unable to climb stairs as well as other models and doesn't come with a docking station to create a cleaning zone for carpets with plush padding.
The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is an excellent option for those looking for a vacuum robot that can do everything.
If you're looking to save money or don't mind the limitations of the robot, there are plenty of other options available. Many of the eufy models cost significantly less. The Eufy Qrevo Curv, for example is less expensive and provides an identical experience on the app with more features, including stair climbing, a full-function dock, and superior overall vacuuming performance on bare floors and low and high-pile carpets.
4. eufy RoboVac g30
Eufy, an Anker company is a long-standing leader of creating robot vacuums that strike a good balance between features, performance and price. The G30 Hybrid is no different, offering a capable cleaning of hard floors and mopping, carpets and other surfaces at an affordable price point. It's easy to set up by snapping one of the side brushes on, switch it on, and plug it into the charging dock. The app will guide you through the steps needed to connect your G30 to your Wi-Fi. The dock should be located close to an outlet that has enough space to move.
The G30 is a tiny device, measuring 2.85 inches in height, so it will be tucked away under couches and low-clearance pieces furniture. Its design isn't as ostentatious compared to some rival models. It features a sleek black finish with three buttons that are physical for Auto Cleaning start/pause (which scrubs an area in a spiral fashion over two minutes), Recharge, and Spot Cleaner. It is also possible to connect the G30 to Amazon Alexa or Google Home to do unscheduled cleaning with voice commands.
The most important feature that sets the G30 apart from its competitors is the way it cleans. It uses a built-in mapping to create an image of non-movable objects that are in its path and then keeps track of what it has already cleaned and what it isn't able to access. When it needs to recharge, it automatically returns to its base, and then resumes cleaning from where it began.
The eufy G30 has a few flaws. The iRobot Roomba is more durable and has lower recurring costs. It charges faster, offers similar battery life and performs better on bare flooring or carpet with a low pile. It also has a bigger dust bin that doesn't require to be emptied as frequently and comes with the boundaries to restrict it from certain areas. The G30 is, however, is more affordable and is much simpler to maintain. Its smaller dust canister doesn't require as frequent emptying and it struggles less with bulky material like cereal.