Robot vacuum cleaners, also known as robotic vacuums or robovacs, have become one of the most stylish additions to the modern home. Sleek, futuristic sophistication aside, they are extremely practical. Able to operate autonomously, they can save your household many hours of tedious work every week.
If you live alone, a robot vacuum cleaner lets you come home to a spotless floor without employing a domestic helper. Families have more time to spend together outside without compromising on home cleanliness that’s so important for their young ones.
With so many robot vacuum cleaner models out there, it can be difficult to choose one. Here is a quick checklist to help you make the right decision and get the best value for your unique needs.
- Cleaning performance: Look for a robot vacuum cleaner that has strong suction power and efficient brushes that can pick up dirt, pet hair and debris. Take into account the floors in your home as some robot vacuums perform better on certain surfaces, e.g., carpet versus tiles.
- Navigation: Advanced navigation sensors can detect obstacles, stairs and ledges. They ensure that the robot can move around your home without damaging furniture, fittings or itself.
- Battery life: A robot vacuum cleaner with a long-lasting battery can clean your entire home without needing a recharge. Some models can automatically return to their charging dock when the battery is low.
- Bin size: The larger the bin, the less often you have to empty it. Some models have a convenient self-emptying feature.
- Height: Low height enables a robot vacuum to clean up under furniture and other obstacles that are often missed during cleaning.
- Smart features: Smart features such as Wi-Fi connectivity, voice control and app control are useful. They let you control the vacuum from your smartphone or virtual assistant, making cleaning even more convenient.
- Price: Robot vacuum cleaners are a relatively new invention and the best models are considerably expensive. However, many affordable robot vacuums do a decent job, too.
Best robot vacuum cleaner
Here are the best robot vacuum cleaners in Singapore. We even added a window cleaning robot to the list!
1. Roborock S8 Pro Ultra
An upgrade from the ever-popular S7, the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra has 9,000 Pa of suction power and an auto self-cleaning base station that washes, dries, and refills the mop, and empties the bin.
- Size (mm): 353 x 350 x 96.5
- Height (mm): 96.5
- Weight (kg): 4.7
- Battery (mAh): 5200
- Suction: 9,000 Pa
- Bin size (ml): 470
- Filter(s): Washable E11-rated filter
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), Alexa and Google Assistant compatible
- Navigation: LiDAR-based mapping and navigation system with upgraded obstacle avoidance technology
Buy Now: Amazon
2. iRobot Roomba S9+
- Size (mm): 310 x 310 x 94
- Height (mm): 94
- Weight (kg): 3.9
- Battery (mAh): 3300
- Bin size (ml): 400
- Filter(s): High-Efficiency Filter
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), Alexa and Google Assistant compatible
- Navigation: iAdapt 3.0 Navigation with vSLAM technology and Imprint Smart Mapping
Buy Now: Amazon
3. Ecovacs Deebot N8 Pro
- Size (mm): 350 x 350 x 79
- Height (mm): 79
- Weight (kg): 3.6
- Battery (mAh): 5200
- Bin size (ml): 420
- Filter(s): High-Efficiency Filter with dual layer design
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), Alexa and Google Assistant compatible
- Navigation: Smart Navi 3.0 laser mapping and navigation system with obstacle detection and avoidance technology
Buy Now: Amazon
4. Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X20+
- Size (mm): 350×350×97 (robot); 586×427×340 (station)
- Height (mm): 97
- Weight (kg): 3.67 (robot)
- Battery (mAh): 3200
- Suction: 6,000 Pa
- Bin size (ml): 2,500 (station) [And 4L water tank]
- Filter(s): Washable E11-rated filter
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), Mi Home App compatible
- Navigation: S-Cross wide-area structured light obstacle avoidance system
LDS laser navigation
Buy Now: Amazon
5. Ecovacs Deebot T10
- Size (mm): 353 x 353 x 103.3
- Height (mm): 103.3
- Weight (kg): 4.3
- Battery (mAh): 5200
- Suction: 3,000 Pa
- Bin size (ml): 400
- Filter(s): 3-layer filtration system removes 99% of microscopic dust & allergens
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), Alexa and Google Assistant compatible
- Navigation: TrueDetect 3D obstacle detection and avoidance technology, Smart Navi 3.0 laser mapping and navigation system
Buy Now: Amazon
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6. Dreame L10 Prime
- Size (mm): 350 x 350 x 104
- Height (mm): 104
- Weight (kg): 3.7
- Battery (mAh): 5,200
- Suction: 4,000 Pa
- Bin size (ml): 450
- Filter(s): Washable E11-rated filter
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), Mi Home App compatible
- Navigation: LiDAR navigation and advanced SLAM algorithm
Buy Now: Amazon
7. Eufy Robovac G10 Hybrid
- Size (mm): 320 x 320 x 72
- Height (mm): 72
- Weight (kg): 2.7
- Battery (mAh): 2600
- Suction: 2,000 Pa
- Bin size (ml): 0.6L
- Filter(s): Dual-layer filter
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant compatible
- Navigation: Gyro navigation with optical sensors for mapping and navigation
Buy Now: Amazon
8. Lefant M210 Pro
- Size (mm): 280 x 280 x 78
- Height (mm): 78
- Weight (kg): 2
- Battery (mAh): 2,600
- Suction: 2,200 Pa
- Bin size (ml): 500
- Filter(s): HEPA washable filter
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), Alexa and Google Assistant compatible
- Navigation: 13 sensors are designed to avoid collisions and falls
Buy Now: Amazon
9. iRobot Roomba i4
Credit – Ecovacs
- Size (mm): 419 x 499 x 127
- Height (mm): 127
- Weight (kg): 4.7
- Battery (mAh): 4,500
- Bin size (ml): 430
- Filter(s): High-efficiency filter and washable mesh filter
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), iRobot HOME app, Alexa and Google Assistant compatible
- Navigation: Imprint™ Smart Mapping Technology, virtual walls and selective room scheduled cleaning
Buy Now: Amazon
10. ECOVACS WINBOT W1 Pro Robot Window Cleaner
- Size (mm): 270 x 270 x 78
- Height (mm): 78
- Weight (kg): 3.9
- Suction: 2,800 Pa (to stick to window/wall)
- Bin size (ml): N/A
- Filter(s): N/A
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), Ecovacs Home App compatible
- Navigation: Upgraded WIN-SLAM 3.0 Path Planning, edge detection technology
Buy Now: Amazon
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