Rowenta ZR704001 - Aspirator Robot

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While users can replace their Q5’s washable filters, brush, charging cable, and dustbin, unlike Eufy (and iRobot), Roborock doesn’t offer replacement battery packs or motors. An onboard spot clean button means you don’t need to fuss with the app to get it to clean up a dedicated area. The iRobot Combo i5+, the Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1, and the Eureka E10S feature swappable bins (or integrated water reservoirs) and small microfiber pads that clip on for mopping.

The Roborock Q5+ performs exactly the same as the Q5 but comes with a charging station that can suck debris from the robot right into a large, disposable bag. The j7 is one of the loudest vacuums I’ve tested, and you can’t adjust suction power for a quieter run as you can with almost every other robot vacuum.

This is one of the most reliable (it doesn’t get clogged), nicest-looking self-empty docks I’ve tested. In our cleaning tests, the basic Eufy RoboVac 11S Max outperformed even robots with fancy navigation, sucking up more debris than most, including along baseboards and close to walls. Unlike the Roborock Q5/Q5+, this robot vacuum isn't compatible with a self-emptying base station; you'll need to manually empty its tiny dirt compartment at the end of almost every cleaning session. Replace filters and side brushes a few times per year, the brush roll about once a year, and the battery (if available) as needed. It’s not fancy, but the Q5 Pro has a huge bin and big wheels to get up on higher-pile carpets easily.

But the first i4 EVO unit we tried in this testing cycle fell short in its app functionality, especially when compared to the less expensive Roborock Q5, which maps significantly faster and whose app offers more features. It also has the option to hook into your existing plumbing and refill its water tank, although I couldn't test this feature.This, in addition to their limited cleaning capability, makes them a poor investment compared to traditional mops. Many also come with companion apps or remote controls to set up scheduled cleaning times or place boundaries to keep it out of certain areas. I looked for mopping bots that could get up dried-on stains, like milk and ketchup, and scrub up small wet spills without messing themselves up. The design is compact, with some welcome aesthetic touches, such as ribbed matte black plastic casing and a leather pull tab to access the bin area, so it doesn’t look too alien in your home.