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Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals
If you've always wanted to buy a robot vacuum now's your chance. CNET's top-rated models will be on sale during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, with discounts up to 57%..
The Roborock Q7 Max is a powerful robot that has smart mapping and app-based no-go zones. Its run time of 180 minutes 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 greatest breakthrough is its camera-based obstacle detection system that uses built-in AI to detect objects like charging cords, shoes and the dreaded pet waste many other robots are unable to avoid (and often slough through). It's the first robot to provide you with images of objects that it encounters, so that you can instruct the robot to stay clear of it.
The Combo J7+ is the best robovac robot mop we have ever tested. It removes dirt and spills easily leaving no trace it was there. It's simple to control via the iRobot Home app, which allows you to schedule cleaning and create Keep Out Zones so that it doesn't vacuum 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.
The design is also superior to the competition. It features an elegant, top piece that resembles an toy, not the loud and annoying robot. And the Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal System is self-emptying and is ideal to reduce the time spent cleaning.
In our tests, we observed that the j7+ was quick to removed dust, dirt, and hair from pets. Its counter-rotating rubber brush rolls kept the debris in one place instead of scattering it all over the floor. It even was able to catch small gravel and sand which other robots can't. And all of this without getting caught in our pet's hair shedding.
While it's not quite as efficient as the $1,217 Roomba s9+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum and can't clean stairs The J7+ is an excellent choice for those who require both mopping and a vac in their home. It's not too expensive, and the iRobot application makes it user-friendly.
While the iRobot Home app is very easy to use, we've found it to be less reliable than other applications that use robotic vacuum cleaner commercial cleaners. It can take a while to download updates and it can be difficult to tell if they are working until you actually see them in action.
2. Roborock Q5+
When you're looking for a vacuum that does more than just clean floors, the best self cleaning Vacuum option is probably one that is a hybrid. These bots are equipped with a water tank so they can mop and vacuum simultaneously. These bots also come with a variety of extra features such as smart mapping and small object avoidance and the capability to wash and dry mopping pads. They're expensive at full retail but often come down in price on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.
Roborock is the manufacturer of several of our top robotic vacuum cleaner comparison vacuums, and the Q5+ does not perform to the standards. It's their most affordable auto-empty model, and while it lacks certain features that are found on more expensive models (like no-go zones and multi-story memory) it's a great option if you're willing to sacrifice a little to save hundreds of dollars.
The Q5+ is exceptionally gentle when it comes down to obstacles like tables and walls. This makes it an ideal choice for homes that have lots of furniture. It's also extremely thorough when it comes to cleaning up dust bunnies, which is an area where cheaper robot vacuums fail. The navigation technology in the Q5+ is excellent as well, with only a few missed corners and on walls.
The Q5+, just like other Roborock products can be controlled with only a few buttons on your device or via the Roborock App. The app lets you start and stop cleaning. You can also set schedules, design virtual barriers and no-go areas or adjust your home map, or change the room's label.
If you decide to go with the Q5+, it comes with a new auto-empty dock, which was specifically designed to make the robot simple to maintain. Installing it requires a screwdriver but once it's installed it is done easily. It comes with a huge LCD screen which is helpful for setting up schedules or changing settings. This isn't a necessity for everyone however it will help you keep the track of your robot's maintenance intervals effortlessly.
3. Narwal Freo X Ultra
The Freo X Ultra is a well-rounded robot mop and vacuum that's incredibly intelligent in 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 is attractive and is easily hidden when not in use, and the size is quite compact. The station's main selling point is that it can automate many tasks, chores and functions that other robots would leave to you. It can keep clean and dirty water, and then electrolyze and heat the water. Many other robots require this.
Its vacuuming capabilities are impressive and efficient, too. It's the few robot vacuums I've tested that does a really good job of collecting debris from 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 to navigation. Its LiDAR and laser sensors aren't as reliable and reliable as other robovacs, which means it can get stuck or confused in certain rooms or corners of your home. It's also unable to climb stairs as well as other models and isn't equipped with a docking station to create a cleaning area for plush carpets.
The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is an excellent choice for those who need a robot vacuum that does everything.
If you're looking to save money or don't mind the limitations of the robot, there are other options on the market. A lot of eufy models are significantly less. The eufy Qrevo Curv, for example is less expensive and offers a similar in-app experience with more features, including stair climbing, a full-function dock, and better overall performance when vacuuming floors as well as high and low-pile carpets.
4. eufy RoboVac G30
eufy is an Anker company with an established track record of making robot vacuums with 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 reasonable price. It's easy to set it up, simply snap on one of the side brush and turn it on, then connect the charging dock. The app walks you through several steps to connect it to Wi-Fi. After that, the G30 is ready to go. You'll need to place the dock near an outlet for power and enough space for it to move, however.
The G30 is a tiny device, measuring 2.85 inches in height, which means it is able to be tucked away under couches and low-clearance pieces of furniture. Its design is less ostentatious than some rival models, with sleek black finishes and three buttons that are physical: Auto Cleaning start/pause, Recharge and Spot Cleaning (which scrubs an area in an arc for two minutes). You can also connect the G30 to Amazon Alexa or Google Home to do unscheduled cleaning with voice commands.
The way in which the G30 cleans is what separates it from other models. It uses a built-in map to create an image of immovable objects in its path, remembering what it's already cleaned and the areas it's not able to access. When it's time to recharge, it will automatically return to its base, and then resumes cleaning where it left off.
The elegant G30 has its flaws however. The iRobot Roomba 675 is better constructed, has lower recurring costs, charges faster and offers similar battery life while offering superior performance on floors that are unfinished and low-pile carpet. It comes with a larger dust bin that doesn't require more emptying. It also has boundary strips that keep it from certain areas. The G30 on the other hand is less expensive and a lot easier to maintain. Its smaller dust canister does not require emptying as often and it has less trouble with heavy materials like cereal.