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Roborock S7 Review

True Score

84
85
17

Experts

86
54

Consumers

Product Awards

GR Certified

Customer Favorite

Expert Rankings

Experts were impressed by the Roborock S7, recommending it for bare floors and carpets. They were pleased with its advanced navigation system, mopping function, and excellent battery life. Analysts also lauded its HEPA filter.

However, they were disappointed by its high maintenance costs and relatively small 0.25L dirt compartment.

Product Snapshot

Overview

The Roborock S7 is a high-end robot vacuum released in 2021, promising advanced laser navigation on carpets and hard floors. Ranking among the best-rated vacuum cleaners today, this device boasts a number of advanced features.

It has a laser-based navigation system that provides smooth movement. This model is compatible with an optional self-emptying docking station. It has a HEPA filter that removes up to 99.97% of tiny dirt particles down to 0.3 microns.

Continue reading our Roborock S7 review and see how it stacks up against the top robot vacuums today.

Consensus

our Verdict

Top critics praised the Roborock S7, recommending it for bare floors and carpets. Reviewers from The Verge loved its mopping function. However, if you prefer a stick mopping vacuum, check out our Samsung Bespoke Jet review.

Testers discovered that it produces just 0.03 kPa of suction power and it has a moderate 69.3 dBA noise rating. This device offers good performance, clearing 94% of the large debris on hard floors and 66% on low-pile carpets during experiments.

However, it requires regular brush roll cleaning. If you prefer a self-cleaning model, see our yeedi Vac Station review. Testing revealed an outstanding battery life of about 204 minutes.

This vacuum has a small 0.25L dirt compartment, which is smaller than the 0.6L dirt compartment of the Roborock S4 review. Editors at Product Review were pleased with its HEPA filter, although the vacuum leaked some small particles during testing.

Also, the filter requires regular replacement. Consider the Samsung POWERbot R7040 review for a low-maintenance alternative.

Reason to Buy

  • Impressive battery life
  • Advanced navigation system
  • Mopping function
  • HEPA filter
  • Virtual boundary feature

Reason to Avoid

  • Has recurring maintenance costs
  • Low pet hair pickup rates on carpets

Roborock S7 Specs

Auto Docking & RechargingAuto Docking & RechargingYes
Bin CapacityBin Capacity0.25 L, 0.35 L
Carpet Height AdjustmentsCarpet Height AdjustmentsAutomatic
Cleaning Path WidthCleaning Path WidthUnknown
Cliff SensorCliff SensorYes
Compatible Floor TypeCompatible Floor TypeBare Floor, Carpet
Filter TypeFilter TypeHEPA
HypoallergenicHypoallergenicYes
Mop FeatureMop Feature
PetPetYes
Product WeightProduct Weight9.8 lbs
Room-by-Room navigationRoom-by-Room navigationYes
Self-EmptyingSelf-EmptyingYes
Sensor TypeSensor TypeCliff
Smart AppSmart AppRoborock
Works WithWorks WithAmazon Alexa

All Specs

Test Results

Bare Floor Performance (% of Debris Cleaned)97.775
Carpet Performance (% of Debris Cleaned)86.2975
Pet Hair Performance (% of Debris Cleaned)59
Noise level (dB)69.8
Battery Life (Minutes)146

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Roborock S7 Review

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Market Context

The Roborock S7 is a high-end robot vacuum released in 2021, promising advanced laser navigation on carpets and hard floors. Ranking among the best-rated vacuum…

The Roborock S7 is a high-end robot vacuum released in 2021, promising advanced laser navigation on carpets and hard floors. Ranking among the best-rated vacuum cleaners today, this device boasts a number of advanced features.

It has a laser-based navigation system that provides smooth movement. This model is compatible with an optional self-emptying docking station. It has a HEPA filter that removes up to 99.97% of tiny dirt particles down to 0.3 microns.

Continue reading our Roborock S7 review and see how it stacks up against the top robot vacuums today.

The Roborock S7 and the Roborock S7+ are essentially the same, the only difference being that the S7+ comes with an external dirt compartment on…

The Roborock S7 and the Roborock S7+ are essentially the same, the only difference being that the S7+ comes with an external dirt compartment on the charging dock.

Like many of the best steam mops for tile floors and grout, the Roborock S7 has mopping functionality. The iRobot Roomba j7 doesn’t mop, however….

Like many of the best steam mops for tile floors and grout, the Roborock S7 has mopping functionality. The iRobot Roomba j7 doesn’t mop, however. Additionally, the S7 also has a longer 204-minute runtime than the 102-minute runtime of the j7.

The Roborock S7 charges faster, taking 300 minutes to attain full charge. However, the Ecovacs DEEBOT T9 takes up to 390 minutes to fully charge….

The Roborock S7 charges faster, taking 300 minutes to attain full charge. However, the Ecovacs DEEBOT T9 takes up to 390 minutes to fully charge. The S7 also has an anti-allergenic HEPA filter, which the T9 lacks.

The Roborock S7 is compatible with a self-emptying charging dock, but its predecessor, the S6 is not. However, the S7 has a smaller 0.25L dirt…

The Roborock S7 is compatible with a self-emptying charging dock, but its predecessor, the S6 is not. However, the S7 has a smaller 0.25L dirt compartment, which is inferior to the 0.42L dust cup of the Roborock S6.

Auto Docking & Recharging

Yes

Yes

Yes

Bin Capacity

0.25 L, 0.35 L

0.25 L, 0.35 L

0.42 gal

Carpet Height Adjustments

Automatic

Automatic

Unknown

Cleaning Path Width

Unknown

Unknown

7"

Cliff Sensor

Yes

Yes

Yes

Compatible Floor Type

Bare Floor, Carpet

Bare Floor, Carpet

Carpet, Hard Floors

Filter Type

HEPA

HEPA

High Efficiency Filter

Hypoallergenic

Yes

Yes

Yes

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Score Card

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Expert Score

85

*.75

We place a 75% weighted value on Expert Test Scores

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Customer Score

86

*.25

We place a 25% weighted value on Customer Scores

True Score

84

Any product with a True Score above 80 is a Absolutely Fresh

Expert Score Breakdown

  • Rtings
    103

    Category Trust Score

    60
    The Roborock S7 is decent for bare floors. It clears small and bulky debris with… read more

    By:

    Dagobiet Morales Alfaro
  • Best Cordless Vacuum Guide
    79.65

    Category Trust Score

    NR
    When I initially heard about this product, I didn’t know what to expect. But after… read more

    By:

    Garrick Dee
  • Tom’s Guide
    92.31

    Category Trust Score

    80
    The Roborock S7 is the first hybrid vacuum and mopping robot that I’d actually let… read more

    By:

    Meghan McDonough
  • Trusted Reviews
    96.27

    Category Trust Score

    100
    The Roborock S7’s sonic mop will grab all of the attention – and for good… read more

    By:

    David Ludlow
  • Modern Castle
    97.33

    Category Trust Score

    97
    The Roborock S7 is a 2-in-1 robot that vacuums and mops. It performed well during… read more

    By:

    Derek Hales
  • Techradar
    73.11

    Category Trust Score

    90
    The Roborock S7 impresses us as much as previous models from the robovac company have,… read more

    By:

    David Nield

Customer Score Breakdown

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