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Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals

If you've always wanted to buy a robot vacuum now is the time. CNET's top models are on 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 run time of 180 minutes is impressive. It also automatically refills and self-empties its water tank.

1. Roomba j7+ iRobot from iRobot.

The Roomba j7+ is iRobot's most advanced robot vacuum to date. The most significant innovation is its camera-based obstacle-detection technology. It makes use of AI to identify objects such as charging cords and shoes. It's the first robot to provide you with a picture of an object that it encounters, meaning you can instruct the robot to avoid it.

The Combo J7+ is the most efficient robot mop that we have ever tested. It removes dirt and spills effortlessly leaving no trace it was there. It's easy to control using the iRobot Home app, which allows you to schedule cleaning and create Keep Out Zones so that it doesn't sweep areas you do not want it to. It's also compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can start and stop it with your voice.

Its design is also superior to the rest and features a sleek, top piece that looks more like a toy robot than a loud, obnoxious one. Clean Base Automatic Dirt disposal System is also self-emptying which can cut down on cleaning time.

In our tests, the j7+ was quick to remove dust, dirt and pet hair. The counter-rotating rubber brushes kept the debris in place, instead of scattering it on the floor. It even could capture sand and small gravel, which most other robots couldn't do. It did all this without getting tangled in our pet's hair.

Although it's not as smart as the Roomba s9+ Auto-Emptying Vacuum, and it's not able to clean stairs, the J7+ is an excellent choice for those who need a vac and a mop in their home. It's not expensive and the iRobot app makes it very user-friendly.

Although the iRobot Home app is very user-friendly however we've found it be less reliable than other applications that utilize robotic cleaners. It can take a long time to download updates, and at times it's difficult to know if the update is actually functioning until you've seen it in action.

2. Roborock Q5+

When you're looking for an automated vacuum cleaner that can do more than simply clean floors, the most effective option is likely to be hybrid. These bots are equipped with a water tank, so they can vacuum and mop at the same time. They also come with a variety of additional features, including smart mapping, small obstacle avoidance, and the ability to wash and dry mopping pads. The negative is that they can be expensive when purchased at full retail price, but on Black Friday and Cyber Monday they are often reduced in price.

Roborock produces several of our top robotic vacuums and the Q5+ does not perform to the standards. It's the cheapest model of their auto-empty line. While it may not come with some of the premium features (like no-go areas and multi-story memories) but it's an excellent option if you are willing to make some compromises to save a few bucks.

The Q5+ is exceptionally gentle when it comes to obstacles like tables and walls. This makes it an excellent option for homes with lots of furniture. It's also extremely thorough in cleaning dust bunnies. This is a place where many cheaper robot vacuum cleaner vacuums fall short. The navigation technology in the Q5+ is fantastic as well, with only a few missing in corners and along walls.

The Q5+, like other Roborock products, can be controlled by only a few buttons on your device or through the Roborock App. The app allows you to start and stop cleaning. You can also set schedules, create virtual barriers and no-go areas, alter your home map, or re-label rooms.

If you select the Q5+ model, it comes with a new auto-emptying dock that's designed to make the robot vacuum deals black friday easier to maintain. Installing it requires a screwdriver, however, once it's in place emptying the bin can be done easily. It also comes with a large LCD display that is great to have when you're setting up schedules or adjusting settings. This isn't a necessity for the majority of people however it can help you keep 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 sophisticated well-rounded mop and vacuum. It's capable of vacuuming and mopping. Its design is among the most innovative in the market however, it's costly.

It's a small base station that looks great and can be hidden when not in use. But the station's main selling factor is its ability to automate many tasks and functions that other robots leave up to you. It can store clean and dirty water and also electrolyze and warm the water. Many other robots require you to do this.

Its vacuuming performance is also impressive. It's the only robovacs that I've tested that does very well at cleaning up debris from bare floors, and it's not nearly as loud as the more expensive Roomba 980 or iRobot the 900 series.

But the Freo X Ultra has its faults, especially in terms of navigation. Its laser and LiDAR sensors aren't as reliable and reliable as other robovacs. This means it sometimes gets stuck or confused in certain areas of your home. It's also not able to climb stairs like other models and isn't equipped with a docking station to create a clean zone for plush carpets.

Although it doesn't have as many in terms of cleaning options available in its app, or as many shortcuts within the app as some other robovacs, the Freo X Ultra is still an excellent choice for those looking for a comprehensive robot vacuum and mop that's worth the higher price cost.

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 significantly less. The eufy Qrevo Curv, for example, is cheaper and offers the same experience in the app, but with more features, including stair climbing, a full-function dock, and a better overall vacuuming performance on bare floors as well as high- and low-pile carpets.

4. Eufy RoboVac G30

Eufy, an Anker company, has a track record of making robot vacuum cleaner price vacuums that strike the perfect balance between performance, features and price. The G30 Hybrid offers a powerful cleaning power for hard and carpet flooring, and mopping capabilities at a reasonable price. It's easy to setup simply by snapping one of the side brushes on, turn on and plug in the charging dock. The app will guide you through the steps needed to connect your G30 to your Wi-Fi. The dock will need to be located close to an outlet that has plenty of room to move.

The G30 is small, 2.85 inches tall to be precise and will fit under many sofas and other furniture with low clearance. Its design is more subtle in comparison to other models. It has a sleek black finish and three buttons that are physical for Auto Cleaning start/pause (which scrubs the area in a spiral pattern over two minutes), Recharge, and Spot Cleaner. You can also link the G30 to Amazon Alexa or Google Home to perform cleaning that is not scheduled using voice commands.

The way that the G30 cleans is what differentiates it from its rivals. It makes use of an integrated map to make an image of the unmovable items that are in its path. It keeps track of the things it has cleaned and the areas it was unable to access. If it requires a recharge, it returns to its starting point and begins cleaning where it started.

The sleek G30 has some flaws. The iRobot Roomba is built better and has lower recurring costs. It is faster to charge, has the same battery life and performs better on bare floors or low-pile carpet. It also comes with a larger dust bin that doesn't need to be emptied as frequently and comes with an array of boundary strips to keep it away from certain areas. The G30 is less expensive and easier to maintain. Its smaller dust canister does not require emptying as often and it struggles less with bulky materials such as cereal.