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
#41
Suction
2000Pa; hard floors & low-pile
70× power-lifting suction, strong on carpet & hard floor
Navigation
Random gyroscopic; no smart maps
Smart LiDAR with multi-floor maps, no-go zones
Obstacle Avoidance
Basic bump sensors; frequent snags
LiDAR-based avoidance, pet-optimized, occasional bumps
Self-empty dock
Dock charges only; manual empty
Self-empty dock, 75-day capacity, no auto-refill
Mopping
Vacuum only; no mop
Auto-lift mop with basic vibration, secondary capability
App & Voice Control
Basic scheduling & voice (Alexa/Google)
Full iRobot app with zones/schedules, Alexa & Google
Value
Strong capability per dollar at ~$150–180
Premium features at mid-range price ($449.99)
Verdict
Best budget robot vacuum under $200
Best self-emptying robot vacuum and mop combo
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