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Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals If you've ever wanted to get a robot vacuum, now's your chance. CNET's top-rated models are available for sale this Black Friday and Cyber Monday with savings of up to 57%.. The Roborock Q7 Max is a powerful robot with smart mapping and app-based no go zones. Its 180-minute running time is impressive. It also automatically replenishes and self-empties its water tank. 1. Roomba j7+ iRobot from iRobot. The Roomba J7+, iRobot's smartest robot to date, is the Roomba J7+. Its greatest advancement is an obstacle detection system that uses built-in AI to recognize objects like charging cords, shoes and the pet waste that 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 you can instruct the robot to avoid it. The Combo J7+ is the best robot mop that 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, which allows you to schedule cleaning and set up Keep Out Zones to make sure 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 more appealing than the other models. It has an elegant, top piece that appears like an toy, not an obnoxious and loud robot. And the Clean Base Automated Dirt Disposal System is self-emptying which is great to reduce the time spent cleaning. In our tests the j7+ was quick to pick up and remove dust, dirt and pet hair. The counter-rotating rubber brushes held the debris in place instead of scattering it across the floor. It was able to capture small gravel, sand and even a tiny bit of grit. Most robots could not accomplish this feat. And it did all this without getting tangled up in our pet's hair shed. The j7+, though not as intelligent as the Roomba S9 for $1,217+ Self-Emptying Vacuum Robot from iRobot and isn't able to clean the stairs, is a good option for those who want both mopping and vacuum. It's not too expensive, and the IRobot app makes it user-friendly to use. Although the iRobot Home app is very easy to use, we've found it to be less reliable than other applications that utilize robotic cleaners. It can take a while to download updates, and it is sometimes difficult to determine whether they're working until you actually see them in action. 2. Roborock Q5+ If you're looking to purchase a robot vacuum that does more than just clean floors, your best option is probably hybrid. These bots are equipped with a water tank, so they can vacuum and mop at the same time. They also come with many additional features such as smart mapping, small object avoidance, and the ability to wash and re-dry mopping pads. The disadvantage is that they tend to be pricey at full retail price, but on Black Friday and Cyber Monday they often drop in price. Roborock is one of our favorite robot vacuums, and the Q5+ is no exception. This is their least expensive auto-empty model. While it doesn't have certain features found on higher-end models (like no-go zones and multi-story memory) it's still an excellent option if you're willing sacrifice a little to save some hundred dollars. The Q5+ is notably soft around obstacles like tables and walls and walls, which makes it an excellent choice for homes with lots of furniture. It's also extremely thorough in cleaning up dust bunnies, which is an area where many cheaper robot vacuums can really fail. The Q5+'s navigation system is also superb, with only a few mishaps on walls and corners. The Q5+, just like other Roborock products, can be controlled by just a few buttons on the device or via the Roborock App. The app allows you to start and stop cleanings. You can also set schedules, create virtual barriers and no-go areas or modify your home map or re-label the rooms. If you choose to purchase the Q5+, it ships with a new auto-empty dock specifically designed to make the robot simple to maintain. It requires a screwdriver for install, but once installed, the process of emptying the bin is easy. It also features a large LCD display, which is nice to have when you're setting up schedules or altering settings. This isn't an essential feature for the majority of people but it can aid in keeping track of your robot's maintenance intervals easily. 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 and features are some of the most advanced available however, it's also expensive. Its base station looks good and is hidden when it's not in use, and the dimensions are quite small. But the station's main selling factor is its ability to automate various tasks and functions that most other robots will leave to you. It can keep clean and dirty water, and then electrolyze and heat the water. Many other robots require you to do this. Its vacuuming capabilities are impressive as well. It's the only robovac that I've used that has done a good job picking up dirt from floors that aren't. And it's not as loud as the costly Roomba 900 series or iRobot 980. The Freo X Ultra is not without flaws, especially when it comes to navigation. Its laser and LiDAR sensors aren't as reliable and reliable as other robovacs, meaning it sometimes gets stuck or confused in certain areas or rooms of your home. It's also not able to climb stairs like other models and doesn't come with a docking station to create a cleaning area for plush carpets. The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a great option for those looking for a vacuum robot that can do it all. However, if you're looking to save some money, or just don't care about the limitations of this machine there are many alternatives on the market which include a variety of eufy models for considerably less. The Eufy Qrevo Curv, for example, is cheaper and offers an identical experience on the app with more features, including stair climbing, a full-function dock, and superior overall performance when vacuuming floors as well as high and low-pile carpets. 4. eufy RoboVac g30 Eufy, a Anker company, has a track record of producing robot vacuums that strike the right balance between features, performance and price. The G30 Hybrid offers a powerful cleaning of hard and carpet flooring, and mopping capabilities for a low cost. It's easy to set up, simply attach one of the side brush and turn it on, then connect the charging dock. The app will guide you through the steps needed to connect your G30 to your Wi-Fi. You'll need to leave the dock near a power outlet and plenty of room to allow it to move around but. The G30 is small, 2.85 inches tall to be exact and can be placed under couches and other furniture with a 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 for two minutes) Recharge and Spot Cleaner. robotic vacuum cleaner is also possible to connect the G30 to Amazon Alexa or Google Home to conduct cleaning without a schedule using voice commands. The way in which the G30 cleans is what sets it apart from other models. It uses a built-in mapping to create an image of immovable objects it encounters, remembering what it's already cleaned and what it isn't able to access. When it's time to recharge, it will automatically return to its base, and then resumes cleaning from where it started. The eufy G30 has a few flaws. The iRobot Roomba 675 is better built, incurs lower recurring expenses, charges faster and offers similar battery life. It also offers superior performance on floors that are unfinished and carpets with low pile. It comes with a larger dust bin, which does not require the same amount of emptying. It also has border strips that block it from certain areas. The G30 is less expensive and easier to maintain. Its smaller dust container doesn't need emptying as often and it has less trouble with heavy materials such as cereal.