The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Robot Vacuums, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Price
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#88
Suction
BoostIQ adaptive suction, strong on hard floors
22,000 Pa HyperForce, strong on carpet & hard floor
Navigation
Gyro + infrared sensors, no mapping or app
StarSight 2.0 with 3D sensing, 108 obstacle types, VertiBeam avoidance
Obstacle Avoidance
Infrared sensors, occasional bumps on small items
VertiBeam lateral avoidance, 3D sensing, navigates around cords & toys
Self-empty dock
Charging dock only, manual bin empty
10-in-1 dock: 60-day collection, auto refill, detergent, self-clean
Mopping
Vacuum only, no mopping
Dual spinning mops, auto-lift carpet detection, hot wash & air dry
App & Voice Control
Remote control only, no WiFi or smart integration
Roborock app, Hello Rocky voice, pet camera, scheduling, no-go zones
Value
$159.99 (43% off list) for reliable slim vacuum
Premium flagship at $899 (discounted) to $1,599; high feature density but expensive
Verdict
Best budget-friendly slim robot vacuum for hard floors
Premium flagship for low-clearance homes & pet owners

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