Plenty of robot vacuums are already discounted ahead of October Prime Day
Plenty of robot vacuums are already discounted ahead of October Prime Day
From Apple devices to chargers, we’re already seeing a wave of discounts on some of our favorite gadgets ahead of Amazon’s October Prime Day event. And while there are plenty of great deals across the board, some of the biggest savings so far are on robot vacuums. Roborock’s S8 MaxV Ultra — our favorite robot vacuum overall — is down to its best price to date, for instance, while even budget-friendly picks like the Tapo RV30 Max Plus are receiving sizable discounts. There’s something to suit just about every need and budget, so let’s dig into the best early robovac deals you can shop before Amazon’s two-day shopping event kicks off on October 7th.
Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
With top-notch vacuuming performance, an easy-to-use app, and built-in voice control, the S8 MaxV Ultra is a superb vacuum and good mop which is why it’s our top pick overall. It features Roborock’s best obstacle avoidance, innovative features like dirt detection, and a hands-free dock that makes it an expensive but excellent choice.
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- The Roborock Q8 Max Plus is on sale at Walmart in white for $379.99 ($440 off), which is its best price to date. The robovac / mop hybrid isn’t as powerful or feature-rich as the S8 MaxV Ultra, but it still delivers 5,500Pa of suction and 30 adjustable water-flow levels. While it lacks a built-in camera for advanced object recognition, its built-in lidar navigation does a reliable job of steering clear of most obstacles.
- Roborock’s Saros Z70 is available for $1,999.99 from Amazon, Roborock, and Best Buy, which isn’t as low as its previous sale price of $1,599 but still a solid $400 discount. The Matter-compatible robot vacuum features a built-in robotic arm that can pick up small items, such as socks or tissues, although it isn’t always perfect. It’s also capable of climbing over thick carpets and offers great vacuuming prowess, with 22,000Pa of suction power and spinning mop pads that automatically detach when not in use. It even works with Roborock’s Multifunctional Dock 4.0, which allows it to automatically empty, charge, refill, and drain its own water tanks with minimal effort on your part. Read our review.
Dreame L20 Ultra
The high-end Dreame L20 Ultra is the least hands-on vacuum / mop you can buy. It can remove and reattach its oscillating mopping pads, wash and dry them, refill its water tank, and empty the bin. It can also do the splits with its mops to clean your baseboards better. The newer X30 Ultra has some improvements, but on balance, the L20 is still the best value.
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- The Dreame X40 Ultra is on sale for $699.99 ($500 off) directly from Dreame with code X40UFPD, which is one of its better prices to date. The robovac / mop hybrid delivers 12,000Pa of suction power and comes with an extendable side brush and self-cleaning mop pads, making it great for cleaning under furniture and tackling baseboards. What’s more, the X40 Ultra boasts a dirt-detection system capable of identifying and focusing on cleaning up particularly messy spills.
- The SwitchBot S10 is available from SwitchBot for $459.99 when you use coupon code OPOP700, down from $1,199.99 and approximately $60 shy of its all-time low. The budget-friendly robot vacuum and mop hybrid offers a lot of convenience for the price, with self-cleaning rolling mops that can dry themselves, a self-emptying bin, and up to 6,500Pa of suction power. The Matter-compatible vac can also run for as long as 90 days and offers decent AI-powered obstacle avoidance; however, in our experience, it can still get tripped up by laundry and other objects on the floor. Read our review.
Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop
The Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop mops very well — doing a swinging, scrubbing movement with its rear end when in “Matrix mode.” However, you have to manually fill and attach the mop reservoir and empty the bin when it mops, as it only self-empties in vacuum mode and can only avoid larger objects.
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- The SwitchBot K10 Plus is on sale for $179.99 ($220 off) at SwitchBot’s online storefront (with promo code OPOP200), which is one of its better prices to date. The robovac offers just 2,500Pa of suction, but its small size makes it well-suited for cleaning tighter spaces, and it’s still powerful enough to effectively dig dirt out of your average carpet. It also comes with a self-emptying dock and disposable mopping pads, which aren’t the best, but they’re a handy perk if mopping isn’t a priority.
- The Eufy X10 Pro Omni, our favorite midrange robovac / mop, is down to $587 ($313 off) at Amazon when you clip the on-page coupon, which is one of its best prices to date. The X10 Pro Omni delivers 8,000Pa of suction power, and it’s especially great for cleaning up carpets and tiles. It also features reliable AI-powered obstacle detection, dual oscillating brushes for mopping up floors, and a dock that handles auto-emptying, washing, and refilling.
Deebot X8 Pro Omni
The Deebot X8 Pro Omni remains our favorite robot vacuum / mop. It represents a welcome return to form for Ecovacs’ flagship line, with great obstacle avoidance, a small dock, and a convenient self-cleaning brush system.
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- iRobot’s Roomba Combo 10 Max is on sale at Amazon and Best Buy for around $599 ($800 off). It’s our favorite Roomba for pet owners, thanks to its exceptionally powerful suction, dual rubber roller brushes, and self-cleaning mop. Its AI-powered obstacle detection can even distinguish between a pile of popcorn and pet waste, ensuring it steers clear of the latter.
- Narwal’s Freo Z Ultra is on sale for $949.99 — down from $1,499.99 — at Costco, which is one of its better prices to date. The self-drying robovac / mop hybrid offers 12,000Pa of suction, and it leverages dual cameras and AI chips to continuously scan its surroundings. It then responds in real time, allowing it to maneuver around pet waste, switch to mop-only mode when it detects a spill, and carry out a host of other scenario-based actions.
- You can grab the Eufy Omni S1 Pro from Eufy for $649.99 ($650 off) when you use promo code WS24T2071111 at checkout. The robovac’s 11.4-inch roller mop and dual spinning side brushes do an excellent job of leaving hardwood floors spotless, and it can even wash and dry itself. Plus, with 8,000Pa of suction power, it’s a decent at picking up dirt and debris from carpets; it also features solid AI-powered obstacle avoidance, so you don’t need to worry about it getting stuck in clutter.
Tapo RV30 Max Plus
Our favorite budget-friendly robot vacuum offers high-end features, including room-specific cleaning, a capable mop, carpet boost, and smart navigation. It also features an auto-empty dock.
Where to Buy:
- Eufy’s discontinued 11S Max is still available at Amazon and Walmart for just $149.99 ($130 off), nearly matching its best price to date. The quiet robovac doesn’t connect to Wi-Fi, so you’ll need to control it using the onboard button or the included remote. It lacks higher-end features like self-emptying bins and AI obstacle avoidance, too, but with a decent 2,000Pa of suction power and easily replaceable parts, it’s a solid investment for those working with a relatively tight budget.
- Speaking of bump-and-roll bots, you can snag the Shark Ion at Amazon for $139.99 ($110 off), which is just $20 shy of its all-time low. It’s a no-frills robot vacuum that’s easy to operate, but still cleans surprisingly well thanks to a hybrid bristle-and-plastic roller brush that resists tangles and a set of big wheels that make crossing floor transitions easy.
iRobot Roomba Combo i5
Although it has been discontinued, the Roomba Combo i5 Plus remains a solid budget robovac / mop hybrid with room mapping features and wide, dual rubber brushes that are great for picking up dirt and debris.
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