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Automated floor cleaning robots for homes and offices

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Shark AI Ultra
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Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
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Dreame X40 Ultra
Dreame
Roborock Saros 10R
Roborock
Score98/10095/10094/10092/100
Price€600€1,799€540€1,400
Suction5000 Pa10000 Pa12000 Pa19000 Pa
Runtime120 min180 min210 min180 min
NavigationLiDARLiDAR + reactive AILiDAR + AI cameraReactive AI (dual-light)
Self-emptyYesYesYesYes
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Frequently asked questions

Does this robot vacuum empty itself?+

Models with a self-emptying dock vacuum their bin into a larger bag automatically, so you only empty it every few weeks. Check the “self-emptying” spec above.

Can it avoid obstacles and pet messes?+

Robots with AI camera or reactive obstacle avoidance steer around cables, shoes and pet waste. LiDAR handles mapping; a camera adds object recognition.

How loud is it?+

Most robot vacuums run between 55–70 dB — about as loud as a normal conversation. See the noise level spec for this model.

Does it work on both carpet and hard floors?+

Yes. It auto-adjusts suction on carpet, and models with a liftable mop raise the pads to avoid soaking rugs.