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Roborock S7 Review

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Updated Jan 25, 2024 6:29 PM

True Score

85
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.

Table of Contents

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.

Best For

  • Best Overall

  • Roborock

  • Robot Vacuum For Carpet

  • Self Emptying

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.

ReasonS 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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    Product Comparison

    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

    E

    Expert Score

    85

    *.75

    We place a 75% weighted value on Expert Test Scores

    C

    Customer Score

    86

    *.25

    We place a 25% weighted value on Customer Scores

    True Score

    85

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

    Expert Scores

    • Rtings
      101.4

      Category Trust Rating

      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
      76.75

      Category Trust Rating

      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
      93.05

      Category Trust Rating

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

      By:

      Meghan McDonough
    • Trusted Reviews
      93.5

      Category Trust Rating

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

      By:

      David Ludlow
    • Modern Castle
      95.1

      Category Trust Rating

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

      By:

      Derek Hales
    • Techradar
      69.8

      Category Trust Rating

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

      By:

      David Nield

    Customer Scores