Guide To Robot Vacuum Deals: The Intermediate Guide On Robot Vacuum Deals

Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals

If you've always wanted to get a robot vacuum, now is the time. 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 vacuum cleaners that has smart mapping and app-based no-go zones. Its 180-minute running time is impressive. It also self-empties and refills its water tank.

1. iRobot Roomba j7+

The Roomba J7+, iRobot's smartest robot to date, is the Roomba J7+. The most significant innovation, however, is its camera-based obstacle detection system. It makes use of AI to recognize objects such as charging cables and shoes. 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 most efficient robot mop that we have ever tested. It picks up dirt and spills quickly, leaving no trace that it was there. It's simple to control via the iRobot Home app, which allows you to schedule cleaning times and create Keep Out Zones so that it doesn't sweep areas you do not want it to. It's compatible with Alexa or Google Assistant so you can start and stop it by voice.

The design is also better than the other models. It features an elegant, top piece that looks like an toy, not a loud and obnoxious robot. Clean Base's automatic floor cleaners Dirt Disposal It also self-empties which will cut down your cleaning time.

In our tests the j7+ was quick to clean up dust, dirt and pet hair. The rubber brushes that counter-rotate kept the debris in its place rather than scattering it around the floor. It even was able to take small gravel and sand which other robots couldn't do. It did all this without getting tangled in our pet's hair.

The j7+, although not as sophisticated as the Roomba S9 for $1,217and Self-Emptying Vacuum Robot from iRobot, and it cannot clean the stairs, is a good option for those who need both mopping and a vacuum. It's not too expensive, and the iRobot app makes it very user-friendly to use.

While the iRobot Home app is very user-friendly, we've found it to be less reliable than other apps that use robotic cleaners. It can take some time to download updates and it's sometimes difficult to tell whether they're working until you see them in action.

2. Roborock Q5+

If you are looking for a robot vacuum cleaner that can do more than just clean your floors, a hybrid is the best option. This kind of robot usually includes a built-in water tank that allows them to vacuum and mop your home simultaneously. These bots also have a variety of extra features such as smart mapping and small object avoidance and the possibility of washing and re-drying mopping pads. They're expensive at retail, but they often are reduced on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.

Roborock is one of our top robot vacuums, and the Q5+ is no exception. This is the cheapest model of their auto-empty line. Although it doesn't include some of the premium features (like no-go zones and multi-story memories) however, it's an excellent choice when you're willing to compromise to save a few dollars.

The Q5+ is extremely gentle when it comes to obstacles such as walls and table legs. This makes it a great choice for homes that have lots of furniture. It's also very thorough when it comes to cleaning up dust bunnies, which is a place which many robot vacuums fall short. The technology for navigation in the Q5+ is excellent and has very few missed corners and on walls.

The Q5+, just like other Roborock products can be controlled via only a few buttons on your device or via the Roborock App. Through the app, you can begin and stop cleanings, set schedules, create virtual barriers and no-go zones and alter your home map or re-label rooms.

If you choose to purchase the Q5+, it ships with a new auto-empty dock specifically designed to make this robot simple to maintain. It requires a screwdriver install, but once it's installed, the process of emptying the bin is relatively easy. It comes with a huge LCD screen that is very useful when setting up schedules and changing settings. This isn't an essential feature for the majority of people however it will aid in keeping the track of your robot's maintenance intervals with ease.

3. Narwal Freo X Ultra

The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a clever well-rounded vacuum and mop. It's capable of both vacuuming and mopping. Its design is one of the best robot vacuums in the industry however, it's costly.

Its base station looks good and is hidden when it's not in use, and its size is relatively compact. But the station's biggest selling factor is its ability to automate numerous tasks and functions that most other robots leave up to you. It can store clean and dirty water, electrolyzes and heats the water (which many other robots require you to do) also emptying the dustbin after vacuuming, and ensures that your robot clean and charged.

Its vacuuming performance is also impressive. It's the few robovacs I've tested that do a really good job of collecting debris from unfinished floors, and it's not nearly as loud as the more expensive Roomba 980 or iRobot the 900 series.

The Freo X Ultra is not without flaws, especially in the area of navigation. Its LiDAR sensors and laser sensors aren’t as reliable as other robovacs. This means it can get stuck or confused in certain areas or rooms in the home. It also can't climb stairs like other models and doesn't come with a dock to create a cleaning area for carpets with plush padding.

Although it doesn't provide the same amount of cleaning configuration options in its app or as many shortcuts in the app as 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 premium price tag.

If you're looking to save some cash or simply don't care about the limitations of this robot, there are plenty of other options available, including a lot of eufy models for considerably less. The eufy Qrevo Curv, for example is less expensive and offers an identical experience on the app with additional features such as the ability to climb stairs, a full-function dock, and superior overall vacuuming performance on bare floors as well as high- and low-pile carpets.

4. eufy RoboVac G30

eufy is an Anker company that has a long history of creating robot vacuums with the right balance of performance, features, and price. The G30 Hybrid is no different it offers a high-quality cleaning on hard floors and mopping, carpets and other surfaces at a price that is affordable. It's easy to set it up, simply connect one of the side brushes and then turn it on. Then connect the charging dock. The app takes you through several steps to connect it to your Wi-Fi. After that, the G30 is ready to go. You'll need to leave the dock close to a power outlet and enough space to allow it to move however.

The G30 is a small device, measuring 2.85 inches in height, which means it can fit under most couches and low-clearance pieces of furniture. The design is more modest than other models, and features sleek black finishes and three buttons that are physical: Auto Cleaning start/pause, Recharge, and Spot Cleaning (which scrubs an area in a spiral pattern for two minutes). It is also possible to connect the G30 to Amazon Alexa or Google Home for voice commands to perform routine cleaning tasks that are not scheduled.

The main characteristic that sets the G30 apart from most competitors is the method it cleans. It uses a built-in mapping to create an image of the non-movable objects that are in its path while retaining what it's cleaned and where it can't access. It then returns to the base to recharge, and then begins cleaning the area it left.

The eufy G30 has its flaws however. The iRobot Roomba is more durable and has lower cost of operation. It charges faster, has similar battery life and performs better on unfinished floors or low-pile carpet. It also has a bigger dust bin that doesn't have to be emptied as frequently and comes with the boundary strips to keep it away from certain areas. The G30 is cheaper and easier to maintain. Its smaller dust canister does not require emptying as often and is less prone to suffocating heavy materials like cereal.