Today we are going to talk about a launch that we have been wanting to see for a long time, the new Roborock H7, a device based on the brand's successful H6, but more powerful, comfortable to handle and ideal for people with allergies or those who want to have cleaner air.
Robo Rock H7 | |
2 in 1 toy | Yes |
Autonomy (min) | 90 |
Noise (decibels) | 72 |
Weight (kg) | 1,46 |
Height (cm) | 111 |
High efficiency filter | Yes |
Deposit (ml) | 500 |
Speeds | 3 |
Suction power (aW) | 160 |
Assessment | 98 |
La Roborock brand has managed to position itself in a leadership position in the world of home vacuuming, thanks to the enormous quality and functionality of its products, combined with exquisite design and a reasonable price.
Founded in July 2014, in September of that same year it received an investment from Xiaomi, becoming part of its ecosystem. The union between both firms makes the launch possible in 2016 one of the most successful robots of all time, the Xiaomi Vacuum.
In 2017 another one came onto the market hits that revolutionized the market, the Roborock S50 (or S5), better known as Xiaomi Vacuum 2, being the second version of the robot, more powerful and with scrubbing capacity.
From there, Roborock has continued working with Xiaomi, but has begun to build its own brand, already positioning itself as one of the references in itself thanks to its combination of quality, technology and performance.
The company operates in four locations and sells its products in 40 countries around the world, including such important markets as the United States, Spain, France and Germany.
The year 2019 marks its definitive takeoff, with the landing in Europe from the areas of marketing, sales, engineering, after-sales and customer service, to provide direct support and faster and more effective distribution and support in the old continent.
After the enormous success of robot vacuum cleaners like the S6 MaxV, S5 Max or the recent S7 (with sonic scrubbing), it's time to upgrade your H6 broom, maintaining the characteristics that have made this model one of the most desired on the market, but increasing its features, functionalities and comfort of use.
Do you want to know more details about this very interesting machine? We invite you to continue reading.
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Roborock H7: our evaluation
The Roborock H7 has obtained a rating of 98 points out of 100. It is a new generation stick vacuum cleaner, with a beautiful design with very clean lines, as is usual for the brand, with a predominance of the red color of the flag, which gives it a very modern appearance.
It has a high performance engine very powerful, a large capacity LiPO battery and due to its equipment, excellent filtering system, and the possibility of cleaning with bags, it is the best option on the market for allergy sufferers or for those looking for maximum hygiene at home.
Box contents
First impressions
The first thing you notice when receiving the package is that we are looking at a product premium. The Roborock H7 comes very well packaged, with a brown outer box that protects the vacuum cleaner box, which details its main advantages.
Outer box
Box ahead
Box from behind
The H7 is a very light vacuum cleaner (only 1,46 kilograms), but its very complete equipment makes the total shipment exceed 7 kilograms. When we open the box we see that it is perfectly organized and placed on two levels, very "Xiaomi style."
The appearance of the materials is impressive, is a high-end stick vacuum cleaner comparable to the Dyson V11 y V11 Extras (but with a more refined price, point for Roborock).
Start up
As usual, the Roborock H7 comes partially charged, but It is advisable to fully charge the battery before using it for the first time..
The vacuum cleaner has a 1,3” OLED screen which allows you to see some aspects clearly and comfortably: whether it is locked or unlocked, the battery level, the time left, the selected power, as well as maintenance alerts.
For higher comfort, The suction can be blocked, so it is not necessary to have the trigger pressed for it to work (as happens on Dysons, for example), by pressing the Hold button (it will show the lock on the screen). To deactivate it, press the button again.
To activate the child lock, press and hold the button Hold for 5 seconds, and the vacuum cleaner will not turn on (it will show a big lock on the screen). To deactivate it, you have to press it again for 5 seconds.
Like other high-end stick vacuum cleaners, the new flagship Roborock has a charging base to install on the wall, and thus always have the vacuum cleaner located and ready to work. It can also be charged by plugging it in directly.
The accessories are very easy to attach and remove., simply pressing until they fit and pressing the corresponding release button to remove them.
What's new about the Roborock H7
Although later we will go into more detail about everything this fantastic Roborock wireless vacuum cleaner offers, below we will tell you What are its main new features?:
As highlighted by Roborock CEO Richard Chang, the new LiPO battery provides greater lightness, long run times and exceptional battery life. Furthermore, based on the successful H6, “Other consumer needs have been addressed, such as suction power, charging time, easier maintenance and new storage options”.
Operation of the Roborock H7
The new Roborock H7 offers a outstanding performance, with high performance and simple and comfortable handling that will delight its users.
Power
In the power section, the already notable suction capacity of the H6 has been improved, so that The result is formidable on all types of surfaces.
The Roborock H480's 7-watt motor gives you a 160 aW suction power, which traps dirt with great effectiveness on both hard floors and carpets.
Its cyclonic technology effectively separates solid particles from the air flow, so in addition to carrying out an important part of the filtering work (which reduces maintenance), it allows the suction capacity to be kept constant as the tank is filled.
This model has 3 power levels:
As we always remember when we talk about battery-powered vacuum cleaners, it is advisable to use the power levels appropriately.
Although this is the vacuum cleaner with the longest autonomy on the market, It is advisable to usually use levels 1 and 2, which will normally be sufficient, and only use Turbo mode when it is really necessary.; In this way we will optimize the cleaning result and the autonomy obtained; In any case, this model has automatic power, which makes things much easier.
In any case, Cleaning with a device of this type is very fast, of several square meters per minute, thanks to the freedom provided by its lightness and the absence of cables, so its autonomy is enough to clean large homes with a single charge.
Automatic power
Like the Roborock H6, The new model of the brand has a Max mode on carpets, so that it automatically increases the power when it detects that it is on a, thus achieving optimal results on all types of surfaces in a simple and comfortable way.
Brush
The motorized brush of the Roborock H7 shows a high degree of effectiveness on all types of terrain, combining rubber and bristles to trap dirt that hides inside carpets or in the grooves of hard floors.
Its large diameter facilitates maintenance, as it largely prevents tangles., and its high-torque planetary gear system allow for greater cleaning performance.
Filtered out
Another outstanding aspect of the Roborock H7 is its filtering system., which very effectively traps dirt inside the device, avoiding secondary contamination.
Its 5-stage filtration system, which includes a high-efficiency HEPA filter, Traps 99,99% of dust and mite microparticles down to 0,3 microns, achieving an exceptionally clean environment.
Autonomy
The Roborock H7 offers the greatest autonomy in the stick vacuum cleaner segment, reaching up to 90 minutes, allowing you to clean large surfaces with a single charge.
In addition, its 3.610 mAh LiPO (lithium polymer) battery is fast charging, It fully charges in just 2,5 hours, a time much lower than the average for this type of product. (which moves between 4 and 4,5 hours), so in case we have to recharge it we do not have to wait as long as with other models.
What's more, It has a long useful life and good performance over time, maintaining most of its load capacity after hundreds of cycles.
Ergonomics and ease of use
The Roborock H7 It is a very comfortable and easy to use vacuum cleaner.; Its predecessor—the H6—already excelled in this section, but the new model adds another twist to make life easier for users.
This rod broom is resistant and very light, so its use is not tiring at all. Its ultralight body weighs only 1,46 kilograms, so it is also very practical when cleaning ceilings and elevated areas, or if the house has several floors and we have to change floors.
Light and easy to handle
Thanks to its new generation engine and good acoustic work, which includes an adequate design of air flows and various damping layers, The Roborock H7 achieves a fairly contained noise level, which is not annoying at all.
Screen
In line with current market trends, the Roborock H7 includes a high quality OLED screen, in which we can clearly see aspects such as the suction mode and the remaining autonomy, the blocking of the machine or warning messages, in order to make the best decisions.
MagBase™
A novelty incorporated by this model is MagBase™, a simple and ingenious magnetic storage system which allows you to collect accessories at once, transport them and store them compactly, they simply stick like a magnet.
Magnetic Accessories
Tank and bags
This is another aspect that improves compared to its predecessor. The Roborock H7 tank reaches 500 milliliters of capacity (25% more than that of the H6) which allows greater comfort since it does not have to be emptied as often.
As is usual in this type of devices, emptying is very simple, with one touch, without having to touch the dust.
Both the tank and the filters are washable, for greater comfort and hygiene; Then you will have to let them dry well before putting them back on, at least for 24 hours.
The section that draws the most attention in this case is the possibility of using bags (equipment includes 2 units), obtaining greater comfort and superior hygiene. The bags are triple-layered to achieve greater filtration while allowing air to circulate (so power is maintained), they are antibacterial, and thanks to their self-sealing, dust clouds are avoided.
The use of dust bags is ideal for people with allergic problems or for those looking for maximum comfort and hygiene. when it comes to getting rid of dirt, in addition to providing greater capacity than with the tank.
Accessories
The Roborock H7 has a very complete equipment, which together with its high power and long autonomy allow it to be used as the only alternative for cleaning the house and car, since in addition to the main brush, it includes:
Advantages of the Roborock H7
It's a Roborock
The brand has earned a well-deserved prestige, ranking among the most valued on the market thanks to the great quality and functionality of its products, loaded with design and technology, and this H7 is a good example of this.
Power
Its digital motor provides a very high suction power, 160 aW, a figure that allows it to perform a extraordinary work on all types of surfaces, capturing dirt, dust, hair and other particles with great effectiveness.
Automatic power
In addition to having a high suction capacity, the Roborock H7 It has automatic power on carpets, so that we always achieve the best result with maximum comfort.
sustained performance
Its studied design, new generation engine and cyclonic technology achieve great power level that is maintained as the battery is consumed and the tank is filled, certified by TÜV Rheinland.
Battery
Its LiPO battery achieves the longest autonomy on the market, up to 90 minutes; Furthermore, it offers a constant operation over time and great durability in excellent conditions.
Filter system
Its 5-stage filtering system reaches 99,99% efficiency in trapping microparticles of dust and mites and has been tested by the independent German institute TÜV Rheinland, making it perfect for allergy sufferers.
Tank and bags
Its very easy emptying tank and the possibility of using self-sealing bags – a novelty in the segment – allow avoid contact with dust, providing maximum comfort, cleanliness and hygiene.
Versatility
Its very complete equipment and the comfort and ease with which accessories are exchanged provide a great versatility both when cleaning any corner of the house and the interior of the vehicle.
OLED screen
Your OLED Easy-View display clearly shows the information necessary for decision making, including the remaining battery level, selected power mode and maintenance alerts.
For homes with a lot of life
Due to its power, versatility, autonomy, its exceptional filtering system and even the possibility of using bags, The Roborock H7 is ideal for homes with pets and/or small children.
Easy to handle
Its super low weight, the ease with which accessories are changed, MagBase™ technology, or elements such as the information screen, power lock and automatic power make the Roborock H7 very easy to use.
easy maintenance
Its brush largely prevents tangles, the cyclonic technology does much of the filtering work, reducing maintenance And, in addition, both the tank and the filters are washable, for greater comfort and hygiene.
Why buy a Roborock H7
If you are looking for the comfort and versatility that a cordless stick vacuum cleaner provides and you also want a new generation device with great suction power to achieve maximum effectiveness on all types of surfaces.
If you are looking for the greatest comfort, thanks to aspects such as the automatic power, OLED display or easier maintenance; if there are allergic people, pets or small children in your home and you are looking for the greatest cleanliness not only of the surfaces but also of the air. And if, in addition, you want all this with the style, quality and technology usual in the brand and at a reasonable price, the Roborock H7 may be the stick vacuum cleaner you have been waiting for.
Roborock H7 vs Roborock H6
The H7 is the successor to the Roborock H6, a successful model that is still a magnificent alternative for those looking for a quality device, with a good level of equipment and features, and they do not want to pay exorbitant prices.
These two models They share a very similar aesthetic and some features, while the H7 includes some improvements; These are the similarities and differences:
As for the price, the difference at the time of carrying out this review would be about 50 euros, so it is up to each person to choose one or the other model. You know, we analyze, you choose.
