Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals

If you've always wanted to get a robot vacuum, now's your chance. CNET's best-rated models will be available for Black Friday and Cyber Monday with discounts of up to 57%..

The Roborock Q7 Max offers strong pressure and smart mapping using apps-based no-go zones, and its 180-minute runtime is impressive. It also self-empties itself and automatically refills its water tank.

1. iRobot Roomba j7+

The Roomba j7+, iRobot’s most intelligent robot to date, is the Roomba j7+. Its greatest breakthrough is its camera-based obstacle detection system that makes use of built-in AI to detect objects such as charging cords, shoes and the dreaded pet waste most other robots can't avoid (and often slough through). It's also the first to automatically send you a photo of any object it encounters so you can tell it to stay clear of it in the future.

The Combo J7+ is the most efficient robot mop that we have ever tested. It removes dirt and spills easily, leaving no trace that it was there. It's easy to control using the iRobot Home app that allows you to schedule cleaning robots and set up Keep Out Zones to ensure it doesn't sweep areas you do not want it to. And it's compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can start and stop it by speaking to it.

Its design is also a step above the competition, with a sleek top piece that looks more like a toy robot than a loud, obnoxious one. And the Clean Base Automated Dirt Disposal System self-empties and is ideal to reduce the time spent cleaning.

In our tests, we discovered that the j7+ swiftly eliminated dirt, dust and pet hair. The rubber brushes that counter-rotate kept the debris in its place instead of scattering it across the robotic floor vacuums. It was able capture small pieces of gravel, sand, and even a little grit. Most robots can't achieve this feat. It did all of this without getting tangled up in our pet's hair shed.

While it's not quite as smart as the $1,217 Roomba s9+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum, which isn't able to clean stairs, the J7+ is an excellent choice for those who need both mopping and a vacuum in their home. It's not too expensive and the iRobot App makes it simple to use.

The iRobot Home App is easy to use, however we found it less reliable than other robotic vacuum cleaner cleaner apps. It can take a while to download updates, and it can be difficult to tell if they are working until you see them in action.

2. Roborock Q5+

If you want a robot vacuum cleaner that does more than just clean your floors, a hybrid is the ideal choice. This category of bots typically comes with a built-in tank for water, meaning they can both vacuum and mop your home simultaneously. They also have a range of additional features, such as smart mapping, small obstacles avoidance, and the ability to wash and dry mopping pads. They're costly at retail, but usually come down in price on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.

Roborock makes some of our top robot vacuums, and the Q5+ is no exception. It's their most affordable auto-empty model. While it doesn't have certain features found on higher-end models (like no-go zones and multi-story memory) it's still an excellent choice if you're willing to sacrifice a bit to save hundreds of dollars.

The Q5+ is notably gentle around obstacles like table legs and walls and walls, which makes it an excellent choice for homes with lots of furniture. It's also extremely thorough in cleaning up dust bunnies. This is a area where many robot vacuums that are less expensive aren't able to meet. The technology used to navigate in the Q5+ is excellent too, with very little missed corners and on walls.

The Q5+, like other Roborock products can be controlled with only a few buttons on your device or through the Roborock App. The app allows you to start and stop cleanings. You can also set up schedules, create virtual barrier and no-go areas or alter your home map, or change the room's label.

If you choose to purchase the Q5+, it comes with a new auto-empty dock that's specifically designed to make the robot simple to maintain. It requires a screwdriver for install, but once it's in place the process of emptying the bin is relatively simple. It also has an impressive LCD display which is great to have when you're creating schedules or changing settings. This isn't a necessity for everyone but it will assist you in keeping the track of the intervals between maintenance for your robot easily.

3. Narwal Freo X Ultra

The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a clever well-rounded vacuum and Vacuum Deals mop. It's capable of vacuuming and mopping. Its design and functionality are some of the most advanced available - but it's also pricey.

The base station is attractive and is hidden when it's not in use, and the size is quite compact. But the station's main selling point is how it automates many tasks and functions that other robots leave to you. It can keep clean and dirty water, and then electrolyze and heat the water. Most other robovacs will require you to perform this.

And its vacuuming is impressive, too. It's the few robot vacuums I've tested that do an excellent job of picking up debris on unfinished floors, and it's not as loud as the more expensive Roomba 980 or iRobot the 900 series.

But the Freo X Ultra has its faults, especially in terms of navigation. Its LiDAR sensors and laser sensors aren't as reliable as other robot vacuums. This means that it can get stuck or confused in certain areas or rooms in the home. It's also not able to climb stairs as well as other models and isn't equipped with a docking station to create a clean zone for carpets that are soft.

While it doesn't offer the same amount of cleaning options available in its app, or as many shortcuts in the app as other robovacs, the Freo X Ultra is still an excellent choice for those seeking a great all-round mop and robot vacuum that's worth the price cost.

If you're looking to cut costs or aren't concerned about the limitations of the robot, there are alternatives available. Many of the eufy models cost considerably less. The Eufy Qrevo curv, for instance is a bit more expensive however it comes with more features, including stairs and a fully-function Dock, that provides the ability to provide a more thorough vacuuming experience on bare floors carpets, low-pile carpets, and even high-pile carpets.

4. Eufy RoboVac G30

eufy, an Anker company, has a track record of creating robot vacuums that strike a good balance between features, performance and price. The G30 Hybrid offers a powerful cleaning of hard and carpet floors, as well as a mopping function at a reasonable price. It's easy to set it up, just connect one of the side brush and turn it on, then connect your charging dock. The app will guide you through the steps required to connect your G30 to your Wi-Fi. You'll need to leave the dock close to an outlet for power and ample space for it to move around however.

The G30 is tiny, 2.85 inches tall to be exact It can be placed under couches and other low-clearance furniture. Its design is less ostentatious compared to some rival models. It is sleek with a black finish and three buttons that are physical for Auto Cleaning start/pause (which scrubs the area in a spiral pattern over two minutes) Recharge, and Vacuum Deals Spot Cleaner. You can also connect the G30 to Amazon Alexa or Google Home to conduct cleaning without a schedule using voice commands.

The main feature that distinguishes the G30 apart from most competitors is the method it cleans. It uses an integrated map to create a picture of the immovable objects in its path. It can remember the items it has cleaned and what it is unable to access. If it requires a recharge, it returns to its starting point and begins cleaning from where it began.

The sleek G30 has its flaws however. The iRobot Roomba 675 is much better constructed, has lower recurring expenses, charges faster and has a similar battery life while offering better performance on bare floors and carpets with a low pile. It also has a larger dust bin that doesn't have to be emptied as often and comes with a set of boundary strips to ensure it isn't in certain areas. The G30 is, however, is more affordable and much easier to maintain. Its smaller size means that it doesn't have to be emptied as often, and it has less trouble with bulky materials like cereal.