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Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals

Now is your chance to own a robotic floor scrubber vacuum. 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 has smart vacuum mapping and app-based no-go zones. Its running time of 180 minutes is impressive. It also automatically refills and self-empties its water tank.

1. iRobot Roomba j7+

The Roomba j7+ is iRobot's smartest robot vacuum to date. Its most significant advancement is an obstacle detection system that makes use of built-in AI to recognize objects like charging cords, shoes, and the dreaded pet waste many other robots are unable to avoid (and often go through). It's the first robot to send you a picture of an object that it encounters, so you can instruct the best robot vacuum black friday to avoid it.

The Combo j7+ is also the most efficient mop robot we've ever tested, picking up spills and dirt effortlessly and leaving no trace that it was there. It's simple to control via the iRobot Home app, which allows you to schedule cleaning and set up Keep Out Zones to make sure it doesn't vacuum areas you don't want it to. It's compatible with Alexa or Google Assistant so you can start it and stop it with a voice.

The design is also better than the other models. It has a sleek, high-end piece that looks like toys rather than a loud and obnoxious robot. And the Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal System automatically empty, which is great for reducing your cleanup time.

In our tests the j7+ performed quick to pick up and remove dust dirt, pet hair and even pet hair. Its counter-rotating rubber brush rolls kept the debris in one spot rather than sending it scattering around the floor. It even was able to take small gravel and sand which other robots can't. And all of this without getting caught in our pet's hair shedding.

While it's not quite as efficient as the $1,217 iRobot Roomba s9+ Self-Emptying Vacuum, and it's not able to clean stairs The j7+ is still an excellent choice for those who need a vac and a mop in their home. It's not too expensive, and the iRobot app makes it very user-friendly to use.

The iRobot Home App is easy to use, but we found it less reliable than other robotic cleaner apps. It can take a long time to download updates, and at times it's difficult to tell if the update is actually working until you see it in action.

2. Roborock Q5+

If you want a robot vacuum cleaner that can do more than just clean your floors then a hybrid is the best automatic floor cleaner option. These machines are equipped with a water tank, so they can vacuum and mop at the same time. They also come with a variety of extra features, including smart mapping, small obstacle avoidance, and the ability to dry and wash mopping pads. The negative is that they can be pricey at full retail price, but on Black Friday and Cyber Monday they usually drop in price.

Roborock makes some of our favorite robotic vacuums and the Q5+ does not perform to the standards. This is the least expensive model of their auto-empty line. Although it might not have some of the more premium features (like no-go zones and multi-story memories), it's still an excellent choice when you're willing to make some compromises to save a few bucks.

The Q5+ is notably gentle around obstacles such as table legs and walls, which makes it a good option for homes with a lot of furniture. It is also very thorough in removing dust bunnies. This is a area where many cheaper robot vacuums robot do not excel in. The Q5+'s navigation is excellent, with few misses along walls and in corners.

Like other Roborock devices as well, the Q5+ can be controlled with a handful of buttons on the device itself or via the Roborock app. The app lets you start and stop cleaning, set schedules, create virtual barriers and no-go zones and adjust your home map or change the labels of rooms.

If you choose to purchase the Q5+ model, it comes with a new auto-empty dock that's designed specifically to make this robot simple to maintain. It requires a screwdriver to install, but once in place the process of emptying the bin is relatively easy. It comes with a huge LCD screen that is very useful for setting up schedules or changing settings. This isn't a necessary feature for the majority of people however it can aid in keeping 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 mopping and vacuuming. Its design and functionality are some of the best roborock vacuum on the market - but it's also pricey.

It's a small base station that looks stunning and is easily hidden when not in use. The station's main selling point is that it automates many tasks, functions, and chores that other robots leave to you. It stores clean and dirty water, it electrolyzes and heats the water (which most other robovacs require you to do) and empty the dust bin after vacuuming, and ensures that your robot fully charged and clean.

Its vacuuming capabilities are also impressive. It's the few robot vacuums I've tested that do very well at collecting 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 shortcomings, particularly when it comes to navigation. Its LiDAR and laser sensors aren't as reliable as some other robovacs, which means it can get stuck or confused in certain areas of your home. It also can't climb stairs as well as other models and doesn't come with a docking station to create a cleaning zone for carpets with plush padding.

The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a great choice for those who want a vacuum robot that can do everything.

However, if you're looking to save some cash, or just don't care about the limitations of this machine, there are plenty of alternatives on the market which include a variety of eufy models priced considerably less. The eufy Qrevo Curv, for instance is less expensive and offers a similar in-app experience with additional features such as stair climbing, a full-function dock, and superior overall performance when vacuuming floors and low and high-pile carpets.

4. eufy RoboVac g30

eufy, an Anker company is a long-standing leader of making robot vacuums that strike a good balance between features, performance and price. The G30 Hybrid offers a powerful cleaning of hard and carpet flooring, and a mopping function at a reasonable price. It's easy to set up, just attach one of the side brushes and turn it on, then connect the charging dock. The app will guide you through the steps required to connect your G30 to your Wi-Fi. It is recommended to keep the dock near a power outlet and enough space for it to move around, however.

The G30 is small, 2.85 inches tall to be precise and will fit under many couches and other furniture with a low clearance. The design is less ostentatious than some rival models, with a sleek black finish and three buttons that are physical such as Auto Cleaning start/pause, Recharge and Spot Cleaning (which cleans the area in spiral patterns for 2 minutes). It is also possible to connect the G30 to Amazon Alexa or Google Home to perform cleaning that is not scheduled using voice commands.

The main aspect that sets the G30 apart from most competitors is the method it cleans. It makes use of an integrated map to make an image of the unmovable items in its path. It keeps track of the things it has cleaned and where it cannot access. When it's time to recharge, it returns to its base and resumes cleaning from where it left off.

The sleek G30 isn't without its faults, though. The iRobot Roomba is better built and has lower recurring costs. It charges faster, has a similar battery life, and is more effective on bare flooring or carpet with a low pile. It has a bigger dust bin that does not require as much emptying. It also has boundary strips that keep it from certain areas. The G30, however, is more affordable and is much more manageable to maintain. Its smaller container means it doesn't need to be empty as often and has less difficulty handling bulky products like cereal.