Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals
This is your time to own a robot vacuum. CNET's best-rated models will be on sale during Black Friday and Cyber Monday with discounts of up to 57%..
The Roborock Q7 Max offers strong pressure and smart mapping using apps-based no-go zones. its 180-minute runtime is awe-inspiring. It also automatically refills and self-empties its water tank.
1. Roomba j7+ iRobot from iRobot.
The Roomba J7+ is iRobot's smartest robot vacuum to date. Its most significant advancement is an obstacle detection system that uses built-in AI to detect objects like charging cords, shoes and the dreaded pet waste the majority of other robots cannot avoid (and often go through). It's the first robot to provide you with a picture of an object that it encounters, so that you can instruct the robot to avoid it.
The Combo J7+ is the most efficient robot mop we have ever tested. It removes dirt and spills effortlessly, leaving no trace that it was there. It's easy to control through the iRobot Home app that allows you to schedule cleaning and create Keep Out Zones so that it doesn't sweep areas you don't want it to. It's also compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can control it from start to stop by speaking to it.
The design is also superior to the competition. It features a sleek, top piece that resembles toys rather than a loud and obnoxious robot. And the Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal System automatically empty and is ideal to speed up cleaning.
In our tests, we found that the j7+ was quick to removed dust, dirt, and pet hair. The counter-rotating rubber brush roll kept the debris in one place instead of scattering it around the floor. It even could catch small gravel and sand, which most other robots can't. It did this without getting tangled in our pet's hair.
The j7+, though not as intelligent as the $1,217 Roomba S9+ Self-Emptying Vacuum Robot from iRobot, and it cannot clean the stairs, it's a good option for those who require both a vacuum and a mop. It's not too expensive and the iRobot App makes it easy to use.
While the iRobot Home app is very user-friendly however, we've found it to be less reliable than other applications that utilize robotic cleaners. It can take a long time to download updates, and sometimes it's difficult to tell whether the update is working until you see it in the action.
2. Roborock Q5+
If you're looking for a vacuum that does more than just clean floors, the most effective option is likely to be one that is a hybrid. This type of robot typically includes a built-in water tank, meaning they can both vacuum and mop your home at the same time. They also have a range of additional features, including smart mapping, small obstacle avoidance, and the ability to dry and wash mopping pads. They're expensive at full retail but often are reduced on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.
Roborock makes some of our most loved robotic vacuums and the Q5+ is no exception. perform to the standards. This is their least expensive auto-empty model, and while it's not equipped with 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 compromise a bit in order to save some hundred dollars.
The Q5+ is extremely gentle when it comes down to obstacles like tables and walls. This makes it an excellent option for homes with many furniture pieces. It's also extremely thorough in removing dust bunnies. This is a area where many cheaper robot vacuums fall short. The Q5+'s navigation system is excellent, with few misses along walls or in corners.
Like other Roborock devices like the Q5+, the Q5+ can be controlled using the buttons on the device itself or through the Roborock app. The app lets you begin and stop cleanings or schedules, establish virtual barriers and no-go zones and alter your home map or change the labeling of rooms.
If you decide to go with the Q5+, it comes with a new auto-empty dock specifically designed to make this machine easy to maintain. It requires a screwdriver to install, but once it's installed, the process of emptying the bin is simple. It has a large LCD screen which is helpful for setting up schedules or altering settings. This isn't a necessary feature for most people however it will assist you in keeping the track of the maintenance intervals for your robot with ease.
3. Narwal Freo X Ultra
The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a sophisticated, well-rounded mop and vacuum. It's capable of mopping and vacuuming. Its design is one of the top in the market however, it's costly.
self vacuum looks good and is easily hidden when not in use, and its dimensions are quite small. The main reason to buy the station is that it can automate many tasks, chores and functions that other robots leave to you. It stores clean and dirty water, electrolyzes and heats the water (which most other robovacs require you to do) also emptying the dustbin after vacuuming, and ensures that your robot fully charged and clean.
Its vacuuming performance is also impressive. It's one of the few robot vacuums I've tested that does very well at collecting debris from plain floors, and is not nearly as loud as the more expensive Roomba 980 or iRobot the 900 series.
But the Freo X Ultra has its flaws, particularly in terms of navigation. Its laser sensors and LiDAR sensors aren't as reliable and reliable as other robovacs. This means it is prone to getting stuck or confused in certain corners or rooms of the house. It's not able to navigate stairs as well as competitors, either, and it doesn't have a dock that lets the user to set up a dedicated cleaning zone for plush carpets.
The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a great choice for those who need a robot vacuum that does it all.
If you're looking for a way to save money or don't mind the limitations of the robot, there are many other options available. Many eufy models cost considerably less. The eufy Qrevo curv, for instance is less expensive and has more features, including the ability to climb stairs and a full-function Dock, that provides a better overall vacuuming experience on floors that are unfinished carpets with low pile and even high-pile carpets.
4. eufy RoboVac g30
Eufy, an Anker company has a proven track record of creating robot vacuums that strike a good balance between performance, features and price. The G30 Hybrid offers a powerful cleaning on hard and carpet flooring, and mopping functions at a reasonable price. It's simple to set up, just attach one of the side brushes and turn it on, then plug in your charging dock. The app will guide you through the steps required to connect your G30 to your Wi-Fi. The dock must be located near an outlet with plenty of room to move.
The G30 is a compact device that measures 2.85 inches in height, meaning it is able to be tucked away under couches and pieces of low-clearance furniture. Its design is less ostentatious compared to some rival models. It is sleek with a black finish with three buttons that are physical for Auto Cleaning start/pause (which scrubs the area in a spiral fashion over two minutes), Recharge and Spot Cleaner. 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 aspect that sets the G30 apart from its competitors is the method it cleans. It makes use of an integrated map to make an image of the unmovable objects in its path. It remembers the items it has cleaned and the areas it was unable to access. When it needs to recharge, it will automatically return to its starting point and begins cleaning where it started.
The sleek G30 has some flaws. The iRobot Roomba 675 is much better built, incurs lower recurring expenses, charges more quickly and has the same battery life. It also offers better performance on bare floors and carpets with a low pile. It has a larger dust bin that does not require more emptying. It also comes with boundaries that prevent it from certain areas. The G30, however is more affordable and is much more manageable to maintain. Its smaller dust container doesn't require as frequent emptying and is less prone to suffocating heavy materials like cereal.