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.

Price
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#2
Suction
2000Pa; hard floors & low-pile
BoostIQ adaptive suction, strong on hard floors
Navigation
Random gyroscopic; no smart maps
Gyro + infrared sensors, no mapping or app
Obstacle Avoidance
Basic bump sensors; frequent snags
Infrared sensors, occasional bumps on small items
Self-empty dock
Dock charges only; manual empty
Charging dock only, manual bin empty
Mopping
Vacuum only; no mop
Vacuum only, no mopping
App & Voice Control
Basic scheduling & voice (Alexa/Google)
Remote control only, no WiFi or smart integration
Value
Strong capability per dollar at ~$150–180
$159.99 (43% off list) for reliable slim vacuum
Verdict
Best budget robot vacuum under $200
Best budget-friendly slim robot vacuum for hard floors

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