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Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals

Now is your chance to own a robotic 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 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 smartest robot vacuum to date. Its most notable advancement, however, is its camera-based obstacle-detection technology. It makes use of AI to detect objects like charging cords and shoes. It's also the first robot to automatically send you photos of any object it encounters so you can tell it to stay clear of it in the future.

The Combo J7+ is the best robot to mop we've ever tested, removing spills and dirt effortlessly while leaving no trace it was there. The iRobot app makes it easy to control. You can schedule cleanings, and also create Keep Out Zones to ensure that it doesn't vacuum in areas you don’t wish to. It's compatible with Alexa or Google Assistant so you can start it and stop it by voice.

Its design is also an improvement over the rest and features a sleek, top piece that looks more like a toy robotic rather than a loud, loud one. The Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal System is self-emptying, which is great to reduce the time spent cleaning.

In our tests the j7+ was quick to clean up dust, dirt and pet hair. Its counter-rotating rubber brush rolls kept the debris in one spot rather than sending it scattering across the floor. It even managed to take small gravel and sand, which most other robots couldn't do. It did without getting caught up in our pet's hair.

The j7+, although not as sophisticated as the $1,217 Roomba S9and Self-Emptying Vacuum Robot from iRobot, and it can't clean the stairs, is an option for those who require both mopping and vacuum. It's not costly and the iRobot App makes it easy to use.

While the iRobot Home app is very easy to use however, we've found it to be less reliable than other applications that work with robotic cleaners. It can take a while to download updates, and it's sometimes difficult to tell if they are working until you actually see them in action.

2. Roborock Q5+

If you're looking for an automated vacuum cleaner that can do more than just clean floors, your best robot vacuum black friday option is probably hybrid. This type of robot typically includes a built-in water tank which means they can mop and vacuum your home simultaneously. They also have a number of extra features, including smart mapping, small obstacle avoidance, and even the capability to dry and wash mopping pads. They are expensive at full retail but often come down in price on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.

Roborock makes several of our top robotic vacuums, and the Q5+ is no exception. disappoint. It's their most affordable auto-empty model, and while it's not equipped with some of the features found on higher-end models (like no-go zones and multi-story memory) it's a great option if you're willing sacrifice a little to save hundreds of dollars.

The Q5+ is noticeable soft around obstacles like table legs and walls and walls, which makes it a great option for homes with a lot of furniture. It's also very thorough in cleaning dust bunnies. This is an area that many cheaper robot vacuums fall short. The Q5+'s navigation system is also top-quality, with a few misses along walls or in corners.

Like other Roborock devices, the Q5+ can be controlled with a handful of buttons on the device or through the Roborock app. The app allows you to start and stop cleaning. You can also set schedules, design virtual barriers and no-go areas, modify your home map or re-label rooms.

If you opt for the Q5+, it comes with a new auto-empty dock, which was designed specifically to make this machine easy to maintain. It requires a screwdriver for install, but once it's in place, emptying the bin is relatively easy. It features a large LCD screen that is very useful when setting up schedules and changing settings. This feature isn't necessary for everyone, but it can help easily keep the robot's maintenance schedules.

3. Narwal Freo X Ultra

The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a clever, well-rounded mop and vacuum. It's capable of mopping and vacuuming. Its design is among the most innovative in the market however it's quite expensive.

Its base station looks good and is hidden when it's not in use, and its size is quite compact. The station's most appealing feature is the way it automatizes many tasks and functions that other robots leave up to you. It stores clean and dirty water, electrolyzes and heats the water (which the majority of other robots require you to do), empties the dustbin after vacuuming, and ensures that your robot fully charged and clean.

And its vacuuming is impressive and efficient, too. It's the only robovac I've tried that does an excellent job of removing debris from bare floors. And it's not as loud as the expensive Roomba 900 series or iRobot 980.

The Freo X Ultra is not without faults, particularly when it comes to navigation. Its LiDAR sensors and laser sensors aren’t as reliable as other robovacs. This means it is prone to getting stuck or confused in certain corners or rooms in the home. It's not able to navigate stairs as well as competitors, for instance and it doesn't have a dock that lets you to create an area for cleaning that is specifically designed for plush carpets.

Although it doesn't have as much in the way of cleaning configuration options in its app, or as many in-app shortcuts as other robovacs, the Freo X Ultra is still an excellent choice for anyone looking for a comprehensive mop and robot vacuum that's worth the higher price tag.

If you're looking to cut costs or aren't concerned about the limitations of the self-cleaning robot vacuums, there are many other options available. A lot of eufy models are substantially less. The eufy Qrevo curv, for example, is cheaper however it comes with more features, such as stair climbing and a full-function Dock, which provides the ability to provide a more thorough vacuuming experience on bare floors carpets with low pile, and even high-pile ones.

4. eufy RoboVac G30

eufy, an Anker company has a proven track record of producing robot vacuums that strike the perfect balance between performance, features and price. The G30 Hybrid is no different it offers a high-quality cleaning on hard floors and mopping, carpets and other surfaces at a price that is affordable. It's easy to set it up, simply attach one of the side brushes and then turn it on. Then connect the charging dock. The app takes you through the steps needed to connect to your Wi-Fi, and the G30 is ready to go. You'll need to leave the dock near an outlet for power and ample space to allow it to move around however.

The G30 is a compact device that measures 2.85 inches in height, so it can fit under most couches and low-clearance pieces of furniture. Its design is more subtle compared to some rival models. It features a sleek black finish with three buttons that are physical for Auto Cleaning start/pause (which scrubs a spot in a spiral fashion over two minutes), Recharge, and Spot Cleaner. You can also connect the G30 with Amazon Alexa or Google Home for voice commands to perform routine cleaning tasks that are not scheduled.

The most important aspect that makes the G30 apart from most competitors is the way it cleans. It uses a built-in mapping to create an image of non-movable objects that are in its path, remembering what it's already cleaned and where it can't access. When it's time to recharge, it automatically returns to its base and resumes room cleaning robot where it left off.

The sleek G30 isn't without faults, though. The iRobot Roomba is built better and has lower recurring costs. It is faster to charge, has similar battery life and is more effective on bare carpet or floors with low pile. It comes with a larger dust bin that doesn't require the same amount of emptying. It also comes with border strips that block it from certain areas. The G30 on the other hand is more affordable and much easier to maintain. Its smaller canister means it doesn't have to be emptied as often, and it has less difficulty handling bulky products like cereal.