Roborock
roborock S5 MAX Robot Vacuum and Mop Cleaner, Self-Charging Robotic Vacuum, Lidar Navigation, Selective Room Cleaning, No-mop Zones, 2000Pa Powerful Suction, 180mins Runtime, Works with Alexa
Best for
We think the S5 Max is ideal for busy households with mostly hard floors and low-pile carpet who want a set-it-and-forget-it daily vacuum that also adds a light wipe; skip it if you need genuine scrubbing or have dark-patterned rugs that confuse the cliff sensors.
What buyers say
We've found that most owners agree the S5 Max is a powerful vacuum with precise navigation and a solid app that keeps floors noticeably cleaner with minimal effort. The trade-off you'll accept is that the mopping function is really just a damp cloth for light maintenance, not a deep clean, and the small dustbin means more frequent trips to the trash in larger homes.
Loved by buyers
- •We love the lidar mapping that creates an accurate layout on the first run and updates in real time as furniture moves, so you skip the lengthy learning phase.
- •The vacuum runs quiet enough to chat or watch TV, even on carpet boost, which makes daily use far less disruptive.
- •Custom no-go and no-mop zones in the app let us protect rugs, cables, and pet bowls without fussing with physical barriers.
Buyer concerns
- •The mopping attachment simply drags a damp pad without any scrubbing, so it leaves streaks and real mopping still falls on you.
- •Dark-colored rugs or high-contrast patterns trick the cliff sensors, causing the robot to avoid, circle, or get stuck unless you cover the sensors with tape.
- •The dustbin holds about half what some competitors do and overflows in pet-heavy or large homes if you skip a day, forcing mid-cycle stops.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much area can it clean on a single charge?+
A fully charged S5 Max can handle about 2000 square feet of mixed flooring in around 90 minutes, with battery to spare. If the charge drops low mid-cycle, it automatically docks, recharges to 80%, and resumes right where it stopped.
Does long hair get tangled in the brush?+
Yes, the main brush does wrap long human hair more than some rubber brush designs, so plan to clean it weekly. The included cutting tool makes the job fast, but it's a routine chore.
Can it climb thick rugs or high-pile carpet?+
It handles low to medium-pile rugs easily, but high-pile or shag rugs can catch the side brush and stop the robot. In our review, we just set a no-go zone for those areas.
Should I use floor cleaner in the water tank?+
No, the tank is designed for water only. Adding cleaner can clog the system. Some owners lightly dampen the microfiber pad with a mild solution before attaching, but the manufacturer advises against it to prevent damage.
Key Features
- • Customizable Mopping: Set the right water flow, even your preferred water flow for each room in your home, to get exactly the cleaning intensity you want.
- • Effective Cleaning Every Time: Precision LiDAR navigation combined with adaptive route algorithms ensure your floor is cleaned thoroughly and efficiently every single time.
- • Serious Cleaning Power: Maximum suction power of 2000Pa suction easily lifts dirt from floors, and Carpet Boost ensures every carpet gets max power. 180 minutes of non-stop cleaning can cover large homes in one single clean.
- • Precision Mapping: Save up to 4-levels of maps, including individual rooms, No-Go Zones, No-Mop Zones, and Invisible Walls for total control of where and when your robot cleans.
- • App and Voice Control: Control every element of your robot wherever you are from the Roborock app. Start and stop cleanups and more with the power of your voice with Amazon Alexa support.
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