Robot vacuum cleaners have become one of the most desired devices for the home due to the comfort they provide, and in recent years they have been evolving to offer a superior comfort, as the Roborock Q8 Max+ shows us.
Roborock Q8 Max + | |
Navigation technology | Laser+Reactive Tech |
Autonomy (min) | 240 |
Noise (decibels) | 63 |
Diameter (cm) | 35 |
Height (cm) | 9,65 |
Programmable | Yes |
High efficiency filter | Yes |
Dry/wet deposits (ml) | 470 / 350 |
Power levels | 4 |
Suction power (Pa) | 5.500 |
Scrub | Yes |
Assessment | 99 |
La signature Roborock It is one of the references in the home cleaning sector. Initially it became known for being the manufacturer of Xiaomi robots, and later began working with its own brand., an aspect that was greatly enhanced in 2019 with the arrival of its European subsidiary, which has allowed it to be the leader in sales in countries such as Sweden, Norway or Germany, and one of the main brands in the United States, Japan, Korea or Spain.
Generation after generation, Roborock improves its products to provide greater efficiency and convenience and a more comfortable user experience, and in this latest batch we can find machines as attractive as the powerful S8 Pro Ultra, its current top of the range, the very complete Q Revo, the versatile Q5 Pro and this Q8 Max, of which we tell you all the details below, in our in-depth review.
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Roborock Q8 Max+: our assessment
The Roborock Q8 Max has obtained a rating of 99 points out of 100. It is a new generation robot, with a beautiful design, which we can find in the usual colors of the brand, white or black, and high construction quality.
Offer psychological therapy to employees smart navigation with object detection, and combines a high absorption power with the effectiveness of the new DuoRoller brush; Furthermore, it is a multifunction device, capable of scrubbing, and its automatic emptying base provides greater comfort and hygiene.
As usual, A version of the robot will be released on the market with a normal charging base, the Q8 Max, and another with an automatic emptying base, called Q8 Max+, or Q8 Max Plus.. In this analysis we will review the most complete one, simply taking this difference into account.
Box contents
Start up
As usual for the brand, the robot and its components come well packaged, giving a good impression of quality from the opening of the box. Once the elements were unwrapped and freed from stickers and shipping protections, we looked for a location for the base.
As usually happens with this type of device, the Roborock Q8 Max comes partially charged, but It is advisable to fully charge the battery before putting it to work for the first time..
Its large 5.200 mAh lithium battery and optimized energy management allow it to achieve a impressive autonomy of up to 4 hours, one of the largest on the market.
In any case, has loading and continuation, so if it doesn't finish, it returns to the base to charge and then resumes cleaning where it left off, until finished, making it suitable for large homes.
The location of the charging base will preferably be in a central place in the house and with good Wi-Fi coverage, and as clear as possible (as a guide, it is advisable to have 0,5 meters free on the sides and 1,5 in front), although this is not strictly necessary, given the precision with which this machine moves.
The Roborock Q8 Max+ can be operated using the buttons on the top, using voice commands (compatible with Alexa, Google Home and Siri) and through a mobile app, the application being the optimal way to take full advantage of its advanced functions.
Installing the app
Like other robots of the brand, The Roborock Q8 Max can be controlled through the firm's app, Roborock, or through Xiaomi's Mi Home, both available for free for iOS and Android.
Both offer similar handling and functionality, but if you are indifferent, We recommend using your own brand, as it is more personalized for your own products..
In any case, the configuration process is similar. The app is installed and an account is created, for which we will need an email; Click Add device or + and choose the robot from the list, or search (you can also scan the QR code).
When configuring this first connection, It is advisable to place both the mobile phone and the robot near the router we have at home, to promote connectivity.
Once we enter the password for our Wi-Fi network, It will only take one or two minutes to have the robot connected and ready to be operated From the phone.
Control through the app provides great convenience and versatility, since We can put the Roborock Q8 Max to work whenever we want and wherever we are, and so when we get home, we will always find it clean (of course, it is also possible to program it if desired).
To use some advanced functions it is necessary to have a home plan, so the first thing we will do is map the house, starting this task with the robot in the charging base and leaving the doors open for it to access the rooms.
In addition, The Roborock Q8 Max+ can save up to 4 different maps, so it is compatible with duplexes and other homes with several floors, in addition to being able to use it to clean different houses.
How the Roborock Q8 Max+ works
The Roborock Q8 Max+ is part of the Q line, which the firm calls "mid-range", a classification that is quite blurred in its latest generation of models, with the appearance of devices such as the Q Revo, the Q5 Pro or this Q8 Max , including many features that match or exceed other high-end models.
automatic emptying
We will begin the analysis in detail by the feature that distinguishes the Q8 Max+ version, the self-emptying base.
This model includes the RockDock Plus base, with a very visually pleasing two-color design: in black and gray, for the black robot, and in black and white, for the white robot.
Roborock Q8 Max+ white
The base is a kind of vacuum cleaner, with a bag inside; In fact, during the self-emptying process, we will hear a noise similar to that of a conventional vacuum cleaner for a few seconds.
The bags have a capacity of 2,5 liters, sufficient for about 7 weeks of use, depending on the brand (in practice, this duration may be longer), and both its placement and its collection are very simple.
Smart navigation
The Roborock Q8 Max+ has a advanced navigation system, which integrates various sensors to provide a better understanding of the environment, moving fluidly and efficiently.
In addition to the usual anti-shock or anti-fall sensors, the combination of laser sensor with Reactive Tech technology, which allows the robot to detect and avoid objects, to interact in the best possible way, moving well in complex environments.
Reactive Tech
Its complete system of sensors and advanced software of the machine allow it to include interesting improvements, among which stand out:
Cleaning in the direction of the joints
Suction power
A highlight of this model is its absorption capacity, which places it at or above many high-end models., how can they be the Dreame L10s Pro, Karcher RCV 5, Philips HomeRun 7000 or Xiaomi Vacuum Mop 2 Ultra.
The Roborock Q8 Max+ reaches 5.500 Pascals, a figure that multiplies by more than 2 that of the firm's previous models and 30% higher than that of its predecessor, Q7 Max +, which allows it to achieve very high effectiveness with all types of particles on any surface.
As usual in the robots of the brand, we can select the desired power level through the application, to adapt it to the circumstances of each moment, being quite quiet in general, and especially at low levels.
Furthermore, it is not necessary to take into account the carpets in our home, since It has Turbo Carpet, so the robot itself increases power when placed on a carpet, always achieving the best result on any surface, with total comfort for the user.
Efficiency in any situation
DuoRoller Brush
The Roborock Q8 Max+ includes a single side brush, since thanks to its advanced navigation system, you always know where you are, where you have passed and where you have not, and how you are oriented.
The most notable aspect in this section is the inclusion of the new DuoRoller brush, a complement that we have been able to see in the brand's top-of-the-range robot, the S8 Pro Ultra, and that stands out for its effectiveness.
DuoRoller Brush
DuoRoller is made up of two rollers that work together to collect dust and hair with high effectiveness, both fine dust on hard floors and dirt hidden in carpets, also avoiding the dreaded tangles, achieving a 20% higher hair removal rate compared to the Roborock Q7, which has a single roller.
Advanced scrubbing
The Roborock Q8 Max+ is a multifunction robot, which can vacuum and mop, thus providing a most complete and effective cleaning solution than other devices that only vacuum.
In this section, the protagonist of this analysis offers some features that allow you to get a better result than other models that only mop, such as:
Convenience and versatility thanks to the app
Operation via the mobile app offers wide variety of options and access to multiple information, in other aspects:
Advantages of the Roborock Q8 Max+
It's a Roborock
the brand is one of the world leaders in robotic vacuuming, with more than 13 million units sold, and has its own legion of fans, lovers of its combination of design, technology and features
automatic emptying
The Roborock Q8 Max+ includes automatic tank emptying, a feature that provides a great comfort in maintenance and greater hygiene, making it ideal for allergy sufferers.
Suction power
The protagonist of this analysis reaches the 5.500 Pascals of power, a figure that places it among the most powerful devices in the segment and allows you to obtain fantastic results in any situation.
Smart navigation
This robot has an advanced navigation system that combines laser with Reactive Tech technology to move fluidly, quickly and efficiently, even in complex environments.
multifunction robot
The Roborock Q8 Max+ is capable of vacuuming and mopping, obtaining a more complete cleaning, and Its advanced mopping system presses the mop against the floor and allows water to be dosed in up to 30 levels.
Autonomy
Its 5.200 mAh lithium battery provides you with enormous autonomy of up to 240 minutes, and also has charging and continuation, making it a model suitable for large homes.
Define the cleaning to your liking
Thanks to its application you will be able to define exactly what you want to clean and what not, when and how to do it, Set custom cleaning routines or perform quick cleans.
For homes "with a lot of life"
Its huge power, self-emptying, your brush DuoRoller anti tangle, the technology Reactive Tech or child lock They make it ideal for homes with pets and/or small children.
Why buy a Roborock Q8 Max+
If you are looking for a robot vacuum cleaner with a high suction power and a system of smart navigation, to clean your house effectively and efficiently, covering 100% of the surface of the home and doing it in less time, even in complex environments.
If you prefer multifunction robot, capable of vacuuming and mopping, with an advanced mopping system. If you want maximum comfort and hygiene, thanks to its new self-emptying base and to cash DuoRoller brush. And if, in addition, you choose to trust a reference brand for its quality, design and functionality, the Roborock Q8 Max+ may be the device you have been waiting for.
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