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
#33
Suction
2000Pa; hard floors & low-pile
70× power-lifting vs. Roomba 600; 3-stage system
Navigation
Random gyroscopic; no smart maps
LiDAR ClearView with saved multi-floor maps, no-go zones
Obstacle Avoidance
Basic bump sensors; frequent snags
Avoids furniture, cords, obstacles in low light
Self-empty dock
Dock charges only; manual empty
Self-empty + sealed bags for 75 days hands-free
Mopping
Vacuum only; no mop
Microfiber mop + SmartScrub micro-pump, auto rug lift
App & Voice Control
Basic scheduling & voice (Alexa/Google)
Roomba Home App with zones, schedules + Alexa/Google
Value
Strong capability per dollar at ~$150–180
$410 (discounted); premium flagship pricing
Verdict
Best budget robot vacuum under $200
Best-in-class self-emptying combo for multi-surface homes

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