S8 Max Ultra

S8 Max Ultra hands down. They have an addition coupon on Amazon too “Buy any 1 for $899.99 Promo code TGDSS9JQ is saved to your account.” https://amzn.to/46LeFbq

[Roborock S8 max ultra](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTZXQ9L9?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) Super pleased with this one

Sorry for the delayed response, I was at work. This one is a Roborock S8 Max Ultra. It is pricey and this model requires plumbing (even pricier -- LOL!). It works very well for both vacuum and mop and it isn't too noisy; I was within 6 feet of it in the video so you can hear the sound. We have a two-level home. Well just two steps, but it is enough that a robot can't traverse. For a long time I would move both a iRobot Brava Jet M6 (mop) and Shark RV2520AZUS (vacuum) between the floors. The Shark vacuum did great on the dog fur and still does on the lower level where I leave it now. The iRobot mop would be good for about 10 feet and then would just smear mud on the rest of the floor because the mop head was dirty. Not the iRobot's fault. Our dogs have a dog door and spend a lot of time outside, then track in mud. Anyway, when I saw an ad for this model Roborock, and that it returns to wash the mop head anytime it senses the mop is dirty and every time it docks (thus the need for the water line and waste line plumbing), I thought this would solve my problem -- and it has!! I think there is also a Roborock model with two containers -- one you fill with water and the other it uses for waste water, so you can get the mop washing benefit without the plumbing. Whatever kind you get, as someone else pointed out, MAKE SURE the vacuum auto-empties or else every ten minutes you'll get a notice that the dust bin is full and it will stop running until you empty it.

Nope. It's a Roborock S8 Max Ultra with RDS https://a.co/d/fjKgBB7

Also have roborocks since their s35. Currently have s8 max. Things are solid and work great. HA integration is top notch too. Highly recommend.

For hard floors and pets, the Narwal Freo X or the Roborock S8 Max Ultra are probably your best options. Both scrub really well and actually get into the edges. I have got pets and kids running around too so I know how important it is to have something that doesn’t turn into a maintenance headache. [this thread](https://www.reddit.com/r/KeepThisInMind/comments/1o1wp3o/best_robot_vacuum_cleaner_for_wood_floors_that/) helped me a lot , hopefully it helps you too.

As a parent with kids and pets, I totally understand your struggle and what exactly you need! For LVP floors and light rugs, something like the Roborock S8 Max Ultra or AIRROBO T20+ works great. They vacuum and mop at the same time, handle pet hair and with smart navigation you don’t have to babysit them constantly. You can also check out [this thread](https://www.reddit.com/r/KeepThisInMind/comments/1o1wp3o/best_robot_vacuum_cleaner_for_wood_floors_that/) for more options and tips if you want to compare before deciding.

How far away does it land? Are we talking a foot or it could be anywhere. I dont think this is an object recognition issue. You need a "no go zone" around the pee pads, end of problem. Most robots have such good poop recognition now that they avoid too many objects, but this is the best way to deal w your problem, honestly. I wouldn't do the Saros 10, I'd grab the S8 Max Ultra, which went on sale today. The Saros is an incremental improvement over the S8, so if its not comfortably affordable, downshift to the S8.

I don't think that, it is absolutely better, featureset wise. The S5a is not the original Curv, which I could argue is as good/slightly better than the S8 MaxV Ultra. The Saros 10 is the next up in that line.

ThW s8 line from roborock is great.

I have a Roborock S8 Max Ultra. Absolutely love it. Auto empties, have to change the bag every 2-3 months. Plumbed would be nice, but I’m ok with the water filling for now. I have a Husky / German Shepherd / Pit / Cattle Dog mix and it works fine. She sheds quite a bit. I also have hard floors and area rugs that are pretty low pile. We also have a cat which is on the medium to short haired side. I’ve had this since Christmas 2024. It has only been stuck about 3 times. I do not have small children, so it’s a bit easier for us to keep the floor clear of things like socks. I def have to go around and pick up dog and cat toys before it runs. I find it mops pretty well, too.