Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals
Now is your chance to own a robotic vacuum. CNET's top-rated models are available for sale this Black Friday and Cyber Monday, with savings of up to 57%..
The Roborock Q7 Max is a powerful robot that is equipped 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+ iRobot from iRobot.
The Roomba J7+, IRobot's smartest robot to date, is the Roomba j7+. Its greatest breakthrough is its camera-based obstacle detection system that makes use of built-in AI to detect objects such as charging cords, shoes, and the dreaded pet waste most other robots can't avoid (and often go through). It's also the first to automatically send you a photo of any object it encounters so you can tell it to stay clear of it in the future.
The Combo J7+ is the best robot mop we have ever tested. It picks up dirt and spills quickly, leaving no trace that it was there. It's easy to control through the iRobot Home app, which lets you schedule cleaning and set up Keep Out Zones to make sure 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.
Its design is a step above the competition and features a sleek, top piece that appears more like a toy robot rather than a loud, loud one. Clean Base's Automatic Dirt removal System is also self-emptying which can cut down on cleaning time.
In our tests, we observed that the j7+ swiftly eliminated dirt, dust and pet hair. The counter-rotating rubber brushes kept the debris in one place instead of scattering it around the floor. It even managed to catch small gravel and sand that other robots aren't able to do. It did all this without getting tangled up in our pet's hair shedding.
robot floor cleaner , although not as smart as the Roomba S9 for $1,217and Self-Emptying Vacuum Robot from iRobot, and it isn't able to clean the stairs, is still an option for those who want both a vacuum and a mop. It's not costly and the iRobot App makes it easy to use.
While the iRobot Home app is very user-friendly however we've found it be less reliable than other apps that work with robotic cleaners. It can take a while to download updates and it can be difficult to determine whether they're functioning until you actually witness them in action.
2. Roborock Q5+
If you're looking for a robotic vacuum cleaner that can do more than just clean your floors A hybrid is the best choice. These bots are equipped with a water tank so they can mop and vacuum at the same time. They also have a number of extra features, including smart mapping, small obstacle avoidance and even the ability to dry and wash mopping pads. They're expensive at retail, but they often lower prices on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.
Roborock is one of our most loved robot vacuums, and the Q5+ isn't an exception. This is their least expensive auto-empty model. While it's not equipped with some of the premium features that are found on more expensive models (like no-go zones and multi-story memory) it's still an excellent choice if you're willing to compromise a bit in order to save some hundred dollars.
The Q5+ is notably gentle around obstacles such as table legs and walls which makes it a good choice for homes with lots of furniture. It's also very thorough when it comes to cleaning up dust bunnies, which is a problem which many robot vacuums can really fail. The technology for navigation in the Q5+ is excellent as well, with only a few missed corners and along walls.
The Q5+, just like other Roborock products can be controlled with just a few buttons on the device or via the Roborock App. With the app you can begin and stop cleanings or schedules, establish virtual barriers and no-go zones, and adjust your home map, or re-label rooms.
If you opt for the Q5+ model, it comes with a new auto-emptying dock that's designed to make this robot easier to maintain. Installing it requires a screwdriver however, once it's in place it can be done with relative ease. It features a large LCD screen, which is useful when setting up schedules and changing settings. This feature isn't required for the majority of people, but it can help you easily 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 intelligent in its mopping and vacuuming capabilities. Its design and function are some of the most advanced available however, it's also expensive.
It's a small base station that looks great and is able to be concealed when not in use. The station's main selling point is that it can automate many tasks, functions, and chores that other robots would leave to you. It can store clean and dirty water, electrolyzes and heats the water (which the majority of other robots require you to do) also emptying the dustbin after vacuuming, and ensures that your robot clean and charged.
Its vacuuming capabilities are impressive and efficient, too. It's the only robovac I've tried that does an excellent job of removing dirt from floors that aren't. It's also not as loud as the expensive Roomba 900 series or iRobot 980.
However, the Freo X Ultra has its shortcomings, particularly in terms of navigation. Its LiDAR sensors and laser sensors aren't as reliable as other robovacs. This means it could get stuck or confused in certain areas or rooms in the home. It's not able to climb stairs as well as competitors, either and it doesn't have a dock that lets you to create a dedicated cleaning zone for carpets with plush padding.
While it doesn't offer as many in terms of cleaning-related options in its app or as many shortcuts within the app as some other robovacs, the Freo X Ultra is still a top choice for those looking for an all-around great robot vacuum and mop that's worth the price cost.
However, if you're looking to save some money or simply don't care about the limitations of this robotic There are many other great choices available which include a variety of eufy models priced significantly less. The eufy Qrevo Curv, for example is less expensive and provides an identical experience on the app with additional features such as stairs, a fully-function dock, and better overall performance when vacuuming floors and low and high-pile carpets.
4. Eufy RoboVac G30
Eufy is an Anker company that has a long history of creating robot vacuums that have the right combination of features, performance, and price. The G30 Hybrid offers a powerful cleaning of hard and carpeted flooring, and mopping capabilities at an affordable price. It's easy to setup by snapping one of the side brushes on, turn on and plug in the charging dock. The app walks you through the steps needed to connect it to Wi-Fi, and the G30 is ready to go. The dock must be located near an outlet and have plenty of room to move.
The G30 is a tiny device, measuring 2.85 inches in height, so it will be tucked away under couches and pieces of low-clearance furniture. Its design is less ostentatious than some rival models, with sleek black finish and three physical buttons: Auto Cleaning start/pause, Recharge, and Spot Cleaning (which cleans the area in spiral patterns for 2 minutes). It is also possible to connect the G30 with Amazon Alexa or Google Home to use voice commands to do unscheduled cleaning.
The way the G30 cleans is what separates it from its competitors. It uses a built-in map to create an image of non-movable objects that are 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 returns to its base, and then resumes cleaning where it left off.
The elegant G30 has a few issues. The iRobot Roomba 675 is better built, incurs lower recurring expenses, charges more quickly and has the same battery life while offering superior performance on floors that are unfinished and carpets with low pile. It also has a bigger dust bin that doesn't require to be emptied as often and comes with the boundary strips to ensure it isn't in certain areas. The G30 is, however, is more affordable and is much simpler to maintain. Its smaller dust container does not require emptying as often and it has less trouble with heavy materials like cereal.