Robot vacuum cleaners have brought greater convenience to millions of homes, and new generations are increasingly efficient, effective, and provide a higher level of comfort, as the new Roborock S8+ that the brand has presented at the prestigious CES 2023 technology fair shows us.
Roborock S8 + | |
Navigation technology | Laser+3D light |
Autonomy (min) | 180 |
Noise (decibels) | 67 |
Diameter (cm) | 35 |
Height (cm) | 9,65 |
Programmable | Yes |
High efficiency filter | Yes |
Dry/wet deposits (ml) | 350 / 300 |
Power levels | 4 |
Suction power (Pa) | 6.000 |
Scrub | Yes (sonic) |
Assessment | 99 |
Talk of the Roborock brand is to do it one of the leaders in this competitive segment. It began being known as the manufacturer of Xiaomi robots, and after the success achieved by the Vacuum, the first model of this brand, a model arrived that represented a before and after, becoming one of the best-selling in history. the Roborock S5 (or S50), which was commonly known as Xiaomi Vacuum 2.
From there, Roborock began its expansion, and In 2019 it created its headquarters in Europe, to directly and more closely attend to the needs of its customers in this important market, and new robots with an outstanding level of sales emerged, such as the S6 or the S5 Max, in addition to brooms such as the H6 and the H7 (which became one of Dyson's main rivals), or wet and dry vacuum cleaners like the dyad and DyadPro.
The firm's constant innovation allowed it to create even more advanced and technological models., such as the S7 series, which introduced sonic scrubbing and includes devices such as the very complete S7 MaxV Ultra; and now the S8, which includes two versions with a "special" base, the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra, its current top of the range, and the protagonist of this review, the S8+, with automatic emptying and a series of very interesting qualities that we will tell you in detail below.
If you want, you can also take a look at the Roborock S8, the same robot, with all its very interesting qualities except the automatic emptying base:
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Roborock S8+: our assessment
The Roborock S8+ (or S8 Plus) has obtained a rating of 99 points out of 100. It is a New generation multifunctional robot vacuum cleaner, available in the usual white or black colors, and great construction quality.
Offer psychological therapy to employees smart navigation and enormous efficiency in cleaning, thanks to the union of its outstanding Absorption capacity with the effectiveness of new DuoRoller brush; Besides, the RockDock Plus base It provides greater comfort and hygiene for the user, since it allows us to forget about dust for 7-8 weeks.
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Start up
As usual, the robot comes partially loaded, but It is advisable to fully charge the battery before putting it to work for the first time..
La base will be placed on a flat and stable surface (usually on hard ground). Its dimensions are 31,4 x 45,7 x 38,3 centimeters.
As usual, it can be operated using the buttons on the top, through voice commands and through an app, the application being the best way to take full advantage of its advanced functions.
Installing the app
Like other robots from the firm, You can use the Roborock app or the Xiaomi Mi Home; Both offer similar handling and functionalities, although the brand's own may be more personalized or incorporate other functions; In any case, if you are used to the Xiaomi application, you can use it without problems, it's up to you.
Possibly During the process, it will ask you to activate Bluetooth and access location services, or to allow the use of the camera to scan the QR code. of the robot, depending on the installation method you choose.
Once you have chosen the model or scanned the QR, The application will guide you step by step, in a simple and intuitive way, through the installation process.
To get the most out of all its functions it is necessary to have a plan of the house, so the first thing we will do once configured is map the home. Roborock mapping is very fast, up to 6 times faster compared to the path it takes when cleaning, so you will have a plan of your home in a few minutes.
The Roborock S8+ can save up to four different plans, so it is suitable for duplexes and other homes with multiple floors (or for cleaning different houses) and has automatic recognition, so you do not have to tell it which floor it is on.
How the Roborock S8 Plus works
This is a high-end robot, offering a high performance both when vacuuming and scrubbing, and on all types of surfaces, combining efficiency and comfort to obtain fantastic results.
Smart navigation
The Roborock S8+ includes a sophisticated navigation system, the result of the brand's experience and knowledge, which allows it to achieve extremely high effectiveness and efficiency, moving in an orderly and fluid manner, covering 100% of the home and finishing in less time than other models.
Moves well in complex environments
The Roborock S8+ navigation system combines a LIDAR laser sensor with structured 3D light, infrared and various sensors, obtaining predictive navigation, which anticipates obstacles, and even in dark conditions.
Reactive 3D technology combines structured light and infrared, and joins the device's artificial intelligence to recognize up to 42 types of objects, allowing you to interact with them in the best possible way, to achieve the best cleaning and avoid unwanted blockages.
Suction power
The protagonist of this analysis increases suction power compared to the already outstanding figures of the previous generation, obtaining sensational results on any surface.
Thanks to HyperForce technology, the Roborock S8+ reaches 6.000 Pascals of suction power, a figure that places it among the most powerful robots on the market, effectively capturing a wide variety of particles, dust, hair, crumbs, sand, dirt and other heavier elements.
Carpet Boost+ technology is even more effective, automatically increasing suction on carpets to trap up to 30% more dirt than previous models of the brand.
Ultrasonic technology allows you to accurately detect carpets; The mop automatically raises when placed on one, and the combination of the increased suction power and the DuoRoller brush achieve an exceptional job.; And if you want to clean even more thoroughly, you can select the double mode in the app's carpet settings.
In addition, The Roborock S8+ is capable of overcoming obstacles up to 2 centimeters high, so rugs of a certain thickness are not a problem.
As usual, It has several power levels, selectable from the app, the lowest ones being already quite effective and silent, and achieving a longer battery life.
The autonomy of this robot reaches up to 180 minutes, enough to clean large surfaces, given the efficiency with which it moves; in any case, features loading and continuation, so if it doesn't finish, it returns to the base to charge and then resumes cleaning where it left off to finish it, making it suitable for large homes.
DuoRoller Brush
The DuoRoller brush is another of the new features introduced by the Roborock Series 8. Instead of the usual central roller, this model includes two rubber rollers that work together to achieve great results on both hard floors and carpets, while minimizing tangles (a system similar to Roomba's AeroForce).
VibraRise Scrubbing
The Roborock S8 Plus has the brand's famous VibraRise scrubbing, which combines various technologies:
automatic emptying
The automatic emptying of the tank is a quality highly appreciated by users, as it provides great convenience in the maintenance of the robot, allowing us to forget about one of the most cumbersome and "dirty" tasks, emptying the tank.
The self-emptying base works like a vacuum cleaner. It includes a bag inside, into which the robot empties the contents of its internal tank when it returns to it. (for a few seconds, we will hear a noise similar to that of a conventional vacuum cleaner).
More free time for you
The bag holds 2,5 liters, enough for about 7-8 weeks, and Its removal is comfortable and hygienic, thanks to its self-closing, avoiding dust clouds., making it an ideal system for allergy sufferers.
Using the app
The application provides diverse information and access to a wide variety of functions, among other:
Advantages of the Roborock S8+
It's a Roborock
The brand is one of the market's favorites for its fantastic combination of design, technology and features, and this model is a good example of their know-how.
Smart navigation
The combination of the laser sensor, the Reactive 3D system and other sensors allows you identify objects and move quickly, fluidly and efficiently, without jams and finishing in less time.
Suction power
The Roborock S8 Plus reaches 6.000 Pascals of power, a figure that places it among the most capable models on the market, doing a fantastic job in any situation.
DuoRoller Brush
The new dual brush performs a fantastic work on both hard floors and rugs and carpets, reducing tangles and therefore minimizing maintenance work.
automatic emptying
This model includes a self-emptying base, obtaining greater comfort and hygiene, since We don't have to worry about it for weeks and it avoids dust clouds, making it ideal for allergy sufferers..
Autonomy
The Roborock S8+ has a 5.200 mAh lithium battery, which provides it with autonomy of up to 180 minutes, and also has charging and continuation, making it a perfect robot for large homes.
Advanced scrubbing
The protagonist of this analysis includes VibraRise technology, with a mop that vibrates up to 3.000 times per minute and exerts a force of 6N on the floor to remove stains and get a better result.
For homes with "a lot of life"
This machine has smart navigationa enormous absorption capacity, an effective anti tangle brush, and automatic emptying, making it ideal for homes with pets and/or small children.
Why buy a Roborock S8+
If you're looking for High-end robot vacuum cleaner, capable of vacuuming and mopping, with intelligent navigation, great suction power and highly configurable, to define the cleaning exactly to your liking.
If you want a model that provides a high degree of comfort, thanks to its system of self-emptying and to the effective anti tangle dual brush. If there are pets and/or small children in your house, and you are looking for a machine Able to function in a complex environment, moving with precision and identifying various objects, both in light and dark conditions. And if, in addition, you prefer to opt for the quality and trust of one of the leading brands in the segment, the Roborock S8+ may be the device you have been waiting for.
Do you want to know other robots with a self-emptying base? We invite you to visit our reviews:
