The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Robot Vacuums, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

eufy Robot Vacuum 11S MAX — Slim, Quiet, Remote-Controlled eufy Robot Vacuum 11S MAX — Slim, Quiet, Remote-Controlled #2 in Robot Vacuums
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Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop with Self-Empty Dock Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop with Self-Empty Dock #39 in Robot Vacuums
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#39
Suction
BoostIQ adaptive suction, strong on hard floors
4000Pa, strong on carpet & hard floors
Navigation
Gyro + infrared sensors, no mapping or app
LiDAR with home mapping and no-go zones
Obstacle Avoidance
Infrared sensors, occasional bumps on small items
Basic avoidance, bumps some small objects
Self-empty dock
Charging dock only, manual bin empty
Self-empty base, weeks of hands-off operation
Mopping
Vacuum only, no mopping
Sonic vibrating pads, basic wet mop capability
App & Voice Control
Remote control only, no WiFi or smart integration
WiFi app with scheduling, Alexa & Google
Value
$159.99 (43% off list) for reliable slim vacuum
Strong features at $269.99 (61% off list)
Verdict
Best budget-friendly slim robot vacuum for hard floors
Best-value hybrid robot vacuum for pet owners

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