Hey everyone looking for some feedback. If I have learned anything with these vacuums it is you can’t give an honest/comprehensive review based on your first couple cleaning experiences (2 days). That being said so far I am so impressed with this vacuum. The last couple years I have owned a Roborock Qrevo Master. Loved it the first couple months then came consistent issues: Not charging, getting lost, hair tangles, station clogging, battery outages etc. After finally having enough, I ordered the Ecovacs X9S Pro Omni. I know this vacuum has only been out for a month but has anyone owned this for that entire duration? I am trying to curb my initial enthusiasm and prepare for what’s ahead based on my experience with Roborock. Or maybe it truly is great and will stand the test of time? I will update this week in a few months with my experience. Thanks!
Great feedback. Much appreciated thank you. Even today after i wrote my comment i noticed some strange routes. Got the job done but was odd some of the pauses and route choices.
I have the ecovac X9S Pro and it's a straight ass kicker. I Have a PW Corgi and a Horgi (half Corgi half Husky) and this guy knows dog hair. After years with a shark vac only deally When it finally died I pulled the trigger. So glad I did. This thing mops the floor with the old Shark. Any Q's ask me !
Not helping you at all. But I bought the Ecovacs x9s pro and it's been amazing. I have 2 dogs. At times 4 dogs (when my daughter brings hers over often) and I have one serious dog hair issue along with all the muddy tracking they do from outside. I now struggle to find any dog hair at all. Even on the hardwood flooring. I'm blown away by this machine tbh. I was considering the Dreame. Kinda glad I didn't go that route now.
I just bought the Narwal Freo z10 turbo and use it on my upstairs. I have 2 dogs. One corgi and one Horgi. (A half Husky half Corgi mix) And Believe me brother that I know all about fur and dog hair. This robot vacuum cleaner is kicking ass it's only been a week so far but I'm very impressed. If you want to step it up a little bit go for the ecovacs X9s. It's worth every bit of it's price tag.
My comment disappeared sadly. I will rewrite in short.
VacuumWars just like smarthomeassistent have rated the X9 quite highly. It is a premium, top of the range model, with a lot of great features and good vacuuming / mopping capabilities. The robot may not be on first place anymore, but I would argue that telling the difference between the top 10 robots is quite hard. Both of these reviewers use a quantitative method, by judging the performance using a point system and tests which remove qualitative / objective opinions.
As a comparison you can take Justadad, he does not review robots, he just rambles, looks at the floor and says “yeah it’s good”. He is the “reviewer” you should only watch if you want a “feel” for a robot.
TLDR: He can’t fake these tests, they are quantitative tests which are weighted by what he feels is important.
Even smarthomeassistent rates it as a good robot. Maybe not number one, but all of these tests are within tolerance of each other. I would argue that the cleaning power comparison of the top 20 is unlikely to be “noticeable”.
VacuumWars has a point system, this makes sure any review is as “unbiased” as possible. They cannot cheat it, because what the robot achieves in these tests is what the robot gets in points. They can design the tests such that a certain style of mop for example gets more points. The rollers get more points because the weighting of “water left behind” is so high. And the relevance of that is objective.
And yes, they will be biased, for example their support for iRobot, but most reviewers do it. Yet the numbers don’t lie, they are not qualitative like “just a dad” but quantitative, so actual numbers.
Yea, if you want to see "next level" in this particular test, take a look at Ecovacs X9 Pro Omni - it has a continuous roller which means that it actually actively picks up liquid from the floor into a dirty water tank, and goes to empty it as soon as the tank is full. So it would have the floor dry in a single pass.
I have the X9 Pro from Ecovacs. I set it on a daily schedule, it cleans when I take my dog out for a walk. I still vacuum inaccessible areas every few days, but it definitely cut down my overall cleaning load.
# [Under $300](https://amzn.to/48R0G4J)
Generally speaking, I think its rare you find a great robot at this price, and I've discussed why there's some sense in [not spending the money on real discount robots](https://www.whatrobotvacuumshouldiget.com/2025/06/20/are-budget-robot-vacuums-worth-buying/). Still... there are a few gems worth looking at, as more expensive models drop under this threshold.
*If I were buying at this price point, I'd get:* If you're more concerned about a mop, get the 3i. (its great at both, to be clear, but it has the best mop of the bunch). I really like the 3i brand, they're not new, they've been making robots for other companies for years. The G10 is stripped down from premium models, but it had the same sweeper>roller design that is so effective on the higher end models.
*If you don't want to go with my top recommendation, I also recommend:*
If you've got a smaller place, or a place with many floor objects, try a Switchbot. Because they're so small, they can get between chair legs and make a small radius around things. Switchbot just doesn't get enough attention, IMO. Lots of people purchased the [K10+ Pro](https://lifehacker.com/tech/switchbot-k10-plus-robot-vacuum-review) on my recommendation during Prime Day and have posted about how happy they are. The 11 made the tower smaller and improved some other specs, but is mostly the same model. The perfect apartment, studio, or office vac. Performs spectacularly well as a vacuum, particularly given the price and stats, but it is ONLY a vacuum.
I, personally, do not enjoy Eufy models, and on the whole, [did not enjoy the E20](https://lifehacker.com/tech/eufys-e20-robot-vacuum-ces-2025). I thought it was clunky and not particularly great at any of the 3 things it was trying to do, but people in this sub LOVE Eufy, so at this price point, if you're so determined, this is the one I'd get.
In a similar vein, if you love Roborock, a brand I usually recommend highly, I usually think you should grab the most expensive one you can afford (with some exceptions). In this case, its the Q10 X5+, which is the least expensive RR model with auto empty.
|Model|Original Price|Sale Price|Discount|
|:-|:-|:-|:-|
|[SwitchBot Robot Vacuum K11+](https://www.amazon.com/shop/amandablumstiktok/list/1VV8DEM3PE45Q?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aip_sf_list_spv_s_ons_mixed_d_ZETGMH20VCWTGQZB8K55)|399.99|199.99|50%|
|[3i G10+ (Extra 5% off code: G10USAVE5)](https://www.amazon.com/shop/amandablumstiktok/list/FVNUE2WZGPL6?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_DHPS311DEF2TY465HP1G_2)|449.99|229.99|49%|
|[eufy Robot Vacuum 3-in-1 E20](https://amzn.to/4oi284o)|449.99|297.49|34%|
|[Roborock Q10 X5+](https://amzn.to/4pDZjfb)|499.99|299.99|40%|
# [Under $500](https://amzn.to/4o4MPMA)
*If I were buying at this price point, I'd get:* The [Eureka J15 Ultra](https://lifehacker.com/tech/eurekas-j15-pro-ultra-robot-vacuum-mop-review) is better than it should be. I loved the sweeper design, it moved debris off hard floors and carpet very effectively and would be my pick for carpet. Rarely got stuck on anything or reported errors, and it was just really reliable. I recommended this model during Prime Day, and got a lot of good feedback from folks who picked it up.
*If you don't want to go with my top recommendation, I also recommend:*
The Dreame L40 Ultra is a great deal at half off, and I thought it did a great job getting into spaces, but wasn't great at mapping originally when[ I tested it](https://lifehacker.com/tech/dreame-l40-ultra-robot-vacuum-review). But it was a damn good vacuum, and a pretttty ok mop. if you find that take disappointing, at this price point, you're still asking a lot of a robot, so set expectations appropriately.
I mention the Ecovacs T30S for the same reason as the Eufy 3-in-1. Altho I found it a bit of a pain to put away attachments each time you wanted to use the handheld, I can see the advantage of having a combo unit instead of separate stick and robot. And, [in my review](https://lifehacker.com/tech/ecovacs-deebot-t30s-combo-review), I did think both did a relatively good job, and the sale on this unit is hard to ignore.
*If you're determined to get a Eufy:* Get the X10 Pro Omni. it was the first Eufy in a while [I didn't hate](https://lifehacker.com/tech/eufy-x10-pro-omni-review), it was actually pretty decent. Its a lot more decent at this price point.
*If you're determined to get a Roborock:* I liked the Qrevo line, altho I prefer the S8/Saros line for their mops. While the tech feels a little outdated to me, the S5V has a few little upgrades to the suction and the roller design that make it worthwhile at this price.
|Model|Original Price|Sale Price|Discount|
|:-|:-|:-|:-|
|[Eureka J15 Ultra](https://www.amazon.com/shop/amandablumstiktok/list/1E209CQWY09EI?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_34VHK3G8D2127CHKQD4K_6)|699.99|489.99|30%|
|[Dreame L40 Ultra](https://www.amazon.com/shop/amandablumstiktok/list/1I876TQNP7R2I?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_34VHK3G8D2127CHKQD4K_4)|849.99|419.99|50%|
|[Ecovacs T30S COMBO](https://amzn.to/4pxNCqa)|1199.99|449.99|63%|
|[Roborock Qrevo S5V](https://amzn.to/48CuYYw)|899.99|499.99|44%|
|[eufy X10 Pro Omni, black](https://amzn.to/4pTFKAp)|899.99|499.99|44%|
# [Under $750](https://amzn.to/4nypaUV)
At this price point, you are going to get some previous flagship, high end models that its reasonable to have high expectations of.
*If I were buying at this price point, I'd get:* the 3i P10 Ultra. For a machine that does everything this does, as well as it does? This is the actual steal at this price point. It feels like a new brand, but its not, remember 3i has been making everyone else's robots for years. I'm so impressed w this model line, and I'm not the only one. Google around.
*If you don't want to go with my top recommendation, I also recommend:*
As a flagship, I thought the Ecovacs X9 Pro Omni [could do better](https://lifehacker.com/tech/ecovacs-deebot-x9-pro-omni-review) with large debris, but overall, was still impressed. What sticks out to me is how good looking it was. But with the price dropped to $700, I'm comfortable recommending it. The extending roller mop was my first to try, and I thought it did a good job as it reached to the wall and under toekicks.
*If you're determined to get a Eufy:* I guess the S1 Pro? People in this sub love this model, [I did not](https://lifehacker.com/tech/eufy-omni-s1-pro-robot-vacuum-review), but it wasn't the worst. ::shrug::
*If you're determined to get a Roborock:* This time last year, I thought the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra was the [best unit on the market](https://lifehacker.com/tech/roborock-s8-maxv-ultra-review). A year changes a lot, because there have been so many advancements, but do not mistake that this is still a spectacular vacuum.
|Model|Original Price|Sale Price|Discount|
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|[3i P10 Ultra (Extra 5% off code: P10USAVE5)](https://www.amazon.com/shop/amandablumstiktok/list/266IAZ1CMQ9SB?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_DHPS311DEF2TY465HP1G_1)|1099.9|650|59%|
|[eufy Robot Vacuum Omni S1 Pro, Black](https://www.amazon.com/shop/amandablumstiktok/list/1KPAGDZB7O3NR?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aip_sf_list_spv_s_ons_mixed_d_B8MRYW3W9PVQCC6T59VF)|1499.99|699.99|53%|
|[Ecovacs X9 PRO OMNI](https://www.amazon.com/shop/amandablumstiktok/list/2I911B3GQ74BQ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_DHPS311DEF2TY465HP1G_4)|1299.99|699.99|46%|
|[roborock S8 MaxV Ultra](https://amzn.to/43QFGrG)|1899.99|749.99|58%|
# [Under $900](https://amzn.to/4oad9oS)
*If I were buying at this price point, I'd get:* I talk about it so much that people here think I'm a paid shill (I'm not) but my dream machine is the [3i S10 Ultra](https://www.amazon.com/shop/amandablumstiktok/list/30BOBXMFSK3WK?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_DHPS311DEF2TY465HP1G). It has the largest sweeps I've seen, and eats the biggest debris I've seen in a robot, all without getting clogged. It's the best roller mop I've tried (I tried the narwal and the dreame). And.... it has onboard sanitizing and makes its own water so you never have to change out the dirty water or refill it. [Here was my review](https://lifehacker.com/tech/3i-s10-ultra-robot-vacuum-mop-review).
Now, that's the good stuff. It also weighs like 50 lbs. It looks like an exhibit at a kids science museum. Some people on here have said it smells mildewy (I haven't experienced that but it makes sense, it IS a dehumidifier, that's how it makes water). You can search for people's impressions and other reviews besides mine, but that's my #1 recco.
*If you don't want to go with my top recommendation, I also recommend:* The Dreame L50 Ultra has a noticeable discount, and has many of the charms [I admired in the X50](https://lifehacker.com/tech/dreame-x50-ultra-robot-vacuum-review), like some threshold climbing, some major suction, and hot water cleaning.
*If you're determined to get a Roborock:* In this price bracket are both the Roborock Slim, the Qrevo and the CurvX. Here's why I ultimately say, go with the CurvX. With the retracting LIDAR, you're still getting a pretty slim robot (though, of course, not AS slim as the Slim), and for $50 more the Curv/Slim, get the CurvX, which has more suction, hot water washing, etc
|Model|Original Price|Sale Price|Discount|
|:-|:-|:-|:-|
|[Dreame L50 Ultra](https://www.amazon.com/shop/amandablumstiktok/list/1H34OZE61D1JV?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_34VHK3G8D2127CHKQD4K_3)|1399.99|849.99|39%|
|[Roborock Qrevo CurvX](https://amzn.to/48d8bm9)|1499.99|849.99|43%|
|[3i S10 Ultra (Extra 5% off code: S10USAVE5)](https://www.amazon.com/shop/amandablumstiktok/list/30BOBXMFSK3WK?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_DHPS311DEF2TY465HP1G)|1299.9|899.99|31%|
# [Over $900](https://amzn.to/48OKBMY)
This is where all the heavy hitters fell. My friend K says that the reason I'm trustworthy is that I'm always telling him to not buy things. So let me start here with what I'm NOT recommending, because you'll ask.
I know everyone is excited about the Dreame Aqua and the Narwal Flow, but I think there are better roller mops out there, and I didn't feel either was significantly better than similarly priced non roller mops (the 3i S10). I really didn't love the Aqua, it leaked. The Flow was better. But not better than my picks in this category. The Saros Z70 is a fantastical concept I got super excited about, but wasn't great in practice. I haven't tested the X11, so that's my only reason I'm not recommending it.
So what I DO recommend: The two models below are both excellent vacuums, mops and all around robots. They are highly comparable and while you could make yourself crazy comparing, stop. You'll be delighted with EITHER. I promise. These are great sale prices.
|Model|Original Price|Sale Price|Discount|
|:-|:-|:-|:-|
|[Dreame X50 ultra](https://www.amazon.com/shop/amandablumstiktok/list/1H34OZE61D1JV?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_34VHK3G8D2127CHKQD4K_1)|1699.99|999.99|41%|
|[Roborock Saros 10R](https://www.amazon.com/shop/amandablumstiktok/list/3QN77VNVN022D?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aip_sf_list_spv_s_ons_mixed_d_3GVYP91HJC73QH3A2XK1)|1599.99|999.99|34%|
If you're looking for ALL the models on sale for Black Friday, they're [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/RobotVacuums/comments/1p2d4qy). For some context, I [write about robovacs](https://www.reddit.com/r/RobotVacuums/comments/1l48fms/i_write_about_robot_vacuums_for_a_living_ama/) both for an online pub and my own site, and we get access to prices beforehand, so long as we don't share them before brands ask us (embargo). I shared similar information and advice for [Prime Day](https://www.reddit.com/r/RobotVacuums/comments/1ljl8wd/prime_day_deals/), and people were generally pretty [happy](https://www.reddit.com/r/RobotVacuums/comments/1m0sjou/amanda_amanda_amanda_the_dreame_l40_is_amazing/) w the recommendations from the feedback.
Feel free to ask questions. I'll also produce a list of recommendations per price band in another thread. I'm not sure these are ALL the deals out there, but these are what's been released to me (that's off embargo). These are affiliate links, I had mod permission (I assume, still).
Top Robot Vacuums on Reddit
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Roborock
Qrevo S
82% positive of 247 users
Reliable, great mopping (lifts pads), but poor cable avoidance.
Finisthedevil
