Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals
This is your chance to own a robot vacuum. CNET's top models are on sale this Black Friday and Cyber Monday and can save you up to 57%.
The Roborock Q7 Max is a powerful robot with smart mapping and app-based no go zones. Its running time of 180 minutes is impressive. It also self-empties and automatically refills its water tank.
1. iRobot Roomba j7+
The Roomba j7+ is iRobot's most advanced robot vacuum to date. Its greatest advancement is an obstacle detection system that uses built-in AI to detect 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 to automatically send you a picture of an object it encounters to let you know to avoid it in the future.
The Combo J7+ is the most efficient robot mop that we have ever tested. It picks up dirt and spills quickly, leaving no trace that it was there. The iRobot app makes it easy to control. You can schedule cleanings and create Keep Out Zones to ensure that it doesn't clean in areas that you don't would like. It's also compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can control it from start to stop with your voice.
Its design is a step above the competition with a sleek top piece that appears more like a toy than a loud, obnoxious one. And the Clean Base Automated Dirt Disposal System self-empties and is ideal to speed up cleaning.
In our tests, we discovered that the j7+ swiftly took away dirt, dust, and hair from pets. Its counter-rotating rubber brush rolls kept the debris in one location rather than sending it scattering around the floor. It was able to collect small gravel, sand and even a little grit. The majority of robots cannot achieve this feat. It did this without getting tangled in our pet's hair.
The j7+, while not as smart as the Roomba S9, which costs $1,217+ Self-Emptying Vacuum from iRobot, and it can't clean the stairs, is an option for those who want 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 apps. It can take a while to download updates and it's sometimes difficult to tell whether they're functioning until you actually witness them in action.
2. Roborock Q5+
If you're looking for a vacuum that does more than just clean floors, the best option is probably hybrid. These bots are equipped with a water tank so they can vacuum and mop simultaneously. These bots also come with many additional features like smart mapping, small object avoidance, and the possibility of washing and re-drying mopping pads. The downside is that they can be pricey at full retail price, but on Black Friday and Cyber Monday they usually drop in price.
Roborock makes some of our most loved robotic vacuums and the Q5+ does not fail to impress. It's the cheapest model in their auto-empty line. Although it doesn't come with some of the luxurious features (like no-go zones and multi-story memories) however, it's an excellent choice for those who are willing to make some compromises to save a few dollars.
The Q5+ is noticeable gentle around obstacles like wall legs and table legs which makes it a great choice for homes with lots of furniture. It's also extremely thorough when it comes to getting rid of dust bunnies which is a problem where cheaper robot vacuums often be a bit sloppy. The navigation technology in the Q5+ is fantastic too, with very little misses in corners and on walls.
The Q5+, as with other Roborock products can be controlled via just a few buttons on the device or through the Roborock App. The app lets you start and stop cleaning. You can also set up schedules, create virtual barrier and no-go areas, modify your home map or re-label rooms.
If you select the Q5+ model, it comes with a brand new auto emptying dock that is designed to make the robot easier to maintain. It requires a screwdriver install, but once it's installed, the process of emptying the bin is simple. It also comes with an impressive LCD display which is great to have when setting up schedules or adjusting settings. This isn't a necessity for most people however it will assist you in keeping track of the maintenance intervals for your robot easily.
3. Narwal Freo X Ultra
The Freo X Ultra is a well-rounded robot mop and vacuum that's incredibly clever in its mopping and vacuuming capabilities. Its design is among the best in the industry, but it's expensive.
It's a tiny base station that looks beautiful and can be hidden when not in use. But the station's main selling feature is the way it automatizes many tasks and functions that most other robots will leave to you. It can store dirty and clean water, and then electrolyze and heat the water. Many other robots require this.
And its vacuuming is impressive as well. It's the only robovac I've used that has done an excellent job of removing debris from bare floors. It's also not as loud as the more expensive Roomba 900 series or iRobot 980.
The Freo X Ultra is not free of faults, especially when it comes to navigation. Its LiDAR and laser sensors aren't as reliable and reliable as other robovacs, meaning it sometimes gets stuck or confused in certain areas or rooms of your home. It's not able climb stairs as well as some competitors,, and it doesn't have a dock that lets you to set up an exclusive cleaning zone for carpets that are soft.
Although it doesn't provide as many in terms of cleaning-related options in its app or as many shortcuts within the app as other robovacs, the Freo X Ultra is still an excellent choice for those seeking a great all-round mop and vacuum cleaner that's worth the premium price cost.
If you're looking to save some money or don't want to think about the limitations of this robot There are many other options on the market which include a variety of eufy models priced considerably less. The Eufy Qrevo curv, for example is a bit more expensive, but offers many more features, like the ability to climb stairs 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 vacuums with the right balance of features, performance, and price. The G30 Hybrid offers a powerful cleaning on hard and carpet floors, as well as a mopping function at an affordable price. It's simple to set up, just attach one of the side brush, turn it on and plug in your charging dock. review walks you through a few steps to connect to your Wi-Fi, and the G30 is ready to go. It is recommended to keep the dock close to a power outlet and ample space to allow it to move however.
The G30 is a tiny device, measuring 2.85 inches in height, which means it can be tucked away under couches and low-clearance pieces of furniture. Its design is a little more modest than other models, sporting a sleek black finish and three physical buttons that control Auto Cleaning, which can be paused or started. Recharge, and Spot Cleaning (which scrubs an area in an arc 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 in which the G30 cleans is what separates it from its competitors. It makes use of an integrated map to draw an image of the immovable items in its path. It keeps track of what it has already cleaned and the areas it was unable to access. If it requires a recharge, it will automatically return to its base, and then resumes cleaning where it began.
The elegant G30 has a few flaws. The iRobot Roomba 675 is more built, incurs lower recurring costs, charges faster and has a similar battery life. It also offers better performance on bare floors and low-pile carpet. It also comes with a larger dust bin that doesn't have to be empty as often and comes with the boundaries to ensure it isn't in certain areas. The G30 on the other hand, is more affordable and much easier to maintain. Its smaller size means that it doesn't need to be empty as often, and it has less difficulty with bulky items such as cereal.