Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals

Now is your chance to own a robot vacuum. CNET's top models are on sale this Black Friday and Cyber Monday and can save you up to 57%.

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

1. iRobot Roomba j7+

The Roomba j7+ is iRobot's most advanced robot vacuum to date. Its greatest breakthrough is its camera-based obstacle detection system that uses built-in AI to detect objects such as charging cords, shoes, and the pet waste that the majority of other robots cannot avoid (and often go through). It's also the first to automatically send you a photo of the object it comes across to let you know to avoid it in the future.

The Combo j7+ is also the most effective mop-bot we've ever tested, picking up dirt and spills with ease while leaving no trace it was there. The iRobot application makes it simple to control. You can schedule cleanings, and also create Keep Out Zones so that it doesn't vacuum in areas you don’t want. And it's compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can turn it on and off by speaking to it.

The design is also better than the competition. It features a sleek, high-end piece that looks like an toy, not a loud and obnoxious best inexpensive robot vacuum. And the Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal System automatically empty which is great to speed up cleaning.

In our tests the j7+ was quick to clean up dust, dirt and pet hair. Its counter-rotating rubber brush rolls kept the debris in one location rather than sending it scattering around the floor. It was able capture small gravel, sand and even a little grit. Most robots could not do this. It did all of this without getting caught in our pet's hair shedding.

The j7+, while not as intelligent as the Roomba S9 for $1,217+ best self cleaning vacuum-Emptying Vacuum Robot from iRobot and cannot clean the stairs, is a good option for those who want both a vacuum and a mop. It's not expensive and the iRobot app makes it very user-friendly.

While the iRobot Home app is very easy to use however we've found it be less reliable than other apps that work with robotic cleaners. It can take a long time to download updates, and at times it's hard to determine whether the update is working until you see it in the action.

2. Roborock Q5+

If you want a robot vacuum cleaner that can do more than just clean your floors, a hybrid is the ideal choice. This type of robot typically comes with a built-in tank for water that allows them to vacuum and mop your home simultaneously. They also have a range of extra features, including smart mapping, small obstacles avoidance, and even the capability to dry and wash mopping pads. The negative is that they tend to be pricey at full retail, but on Black Friday and Cyber Monday they are often reduced in price.

Roborock makes some of our top robot vacuums and the Q5+ isn't an exception. This is the least expensive model of their auto-empty line. While it may not come with some of the premium features (like no-go zones and multi-story memories), it's still an excellent option when you're willing to compromise to save a few bucks.

The Q5+ is noticeably gentle around obstacles such as tables and walls which makes it a great choice for homes with lots of furniture. It's also extremely thorough in getting rid of dust bunnies which is a problem where many cheaper robot vacuums fall short. The navigation technology in the Q5+ is superb too, with very little misses in corners and along walls.

Like other Roborock devices like the Q5+, the Q5+ can be controlled using a handful of buttons on the device or via the Roborock app. The app lets you start and stop cleanings. You can also set schedules, create virtual barriers and no-go areas or adjust your home map, or change the room's label.

If you select the Q5+ it comes with a new auto-emptying dock, designed to make the best robot hoover easier to maintain. Installing it requires a screwdriver, but once in place, emptying the bin can be done easily. It also features an impressive LCD display that is great to have when you're setting up schedules or altering settings. This isn't a necessity for most people, but it's one that can assist you in keeping track of the maintenance intervals for your robot easily.

3. Narwal Freo X Ultra

The Freo X Ultra is a well-rounded robot vacuum and mop that's impressively smart in both its mopping and Robot Vacuum Deals vacuuming capabilities. Its design and functionality are some of the top available - but it's also pricey.

The base station looks nice and is hidden when it's not in use, and its size is quite compact. The station's most appealing point is how it automates numerous tasks and functions that most other robots leave up to you. It can store clean and dirty water, it electrolyzes and heats the water (which many other robots require you to do) and empty the dust bin after vacuuming, and keeps your robot charged and clean.

Its vacuuming capabilities are impressive and efficient, too. It's the only robovac that I've tested that does well at picking up dirt from floors that aren't. It's also not as loud as the costly Roomba 900 series or iRobot 980.

The Freo X Ultra is not free of faults, especially when it comes to navigation. The laser and LiDAR sensors aren't as reliable as some other robovacs, meaning it can get stuck or confused in certain areas of your home. It's not able to climb stairs as well as competitors, either, and it doesn't have a dock that allows you to set up an exclusive cleaning zone for carpets that are soft.

The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is an excellent choice for those who need a robot vacuum that does it all.

If you're looking to save some cash, or just don't care about the limitations of this machine, there are plenty of other great choices available, including a lot of eufy models priced considerably less. The eufy Qrevo curv, for instance is less expensive however it comes with many more features, like stairs and a fully-function Dock, with an improved overall experience when vacuuming on plain floors carpets, low-pile carpets and even high-pile carpets.

4. Eufy RoboVac G30

eufy is an Anker company that has an established track record of making robot vacuums that have the right combination of performance, features, and price. The G30 Hybrid is no different, offering a capable cleaning of hard floors as well as mopping functions as well as carpets at a price that is affordable. It's simple to set up, simply connect one of the side brushes and turn it on, then plug in your charging dock. The app will guide you through the steps needed to connect your G30 to your Wi-Fi. The dock should be located near an outlet with enough space to move.

The G30 is small, 2.85 inches tall to be exact and can be placed under sofas and other furniture with low clearance. The design is less ostentatious than some rival models, and features sleek black finishes and three buttons that are physical such as Auto Cleaning start/pause, Recharge, and Spot Cleaning (which scrubs a space in a spiral pattern for two minutes). You can also connect the G30 to Amazon Alexa or Google Home to conduct cleaning without a schedule using voice commands.

The primary aspect that makes the G30 apart from most competitors is the method it cleans. It uses an integrated map to make an image of the unmovable items in its path. It remembers the things it has cleaned and what it is unable to access. When it needs to recharge, it automatically returns to its base, and then resumes cleaning where it began.

The elegant G30 has some flaws. The iRobot Roomba is better built and has lower monthly costs. It is faster to charge, has similar battery life and performs better on unfinished carpet or floors with low pile. It also has a larger dust bin that doesn't need to be emptied as often and comes with an array of boundaries that keep it away from certain areas. The G30 is, however, is more affordable and is much more manageable to maintain. Its smaller dust container doesn't require as frequent emptying and it struggles less with heavy materials such as cereal.