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Avg. price in UK: ~£390
Avg. price in US: ~$400
Max suction power: 6000 Pa
Runtime: 180 min
Dustbin capacity: 400 mL
Max threshold height: 20 mm

Roborock S8 review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Robot Vacuums category and whether it is worth buying.

8.1

Excellent

7.9

Very good

9.0

Exceptional

7.5
Mopping
Score components:
35.0%
6.4
Mopping system type
25.0%
10
Mop lifting
20.0%
4.0
Auto water refill
20.0%
10
Water tank capacity
6.4
Pet homes
Score components:
35.0%
4.0
Anti-tangle technology
30.0%
7.4
Max suction power
20.0%
10
Carpet boost
15.0%
5.3
Dustbin capacity
9.2
Navigation and mapping
Score components:
30.0%
8.5
Primary navigation technology
30.0%
10
Obstacle avoidance technology
20.0%
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Object recognition
20.0%
10
Real-time mapping

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The Roborock S8 is a premium robot vacuum and mop that delivers 6,000 Pa of suction pressure, utilizing a 5,200 mAh Li-Ion battery for up to 180 minutes of runtime. It is characterized by its dual rubber DuoRoller brushes to minimize hair tangles, PreciSense LiDAR navigation paired with 3D structured light obstacle avoidance, and a VibraRise sonic mopping system that scrubs floors 3,000 times per minute while lifting up to 5mm to protect carpets. Main pros include exceptional pet hair pickup, highly precise mapping through its dedicated app, and effective carpet detection that increases suction automatically. However, major cons include a relatively small onboard dust container (0.35L to 0.4L) and water tank (0.3L) that demand frequent manual emptying and refilling on the base model, struggling with deep fine debris extraction in tight corners, and the inability to seal in microscopic allergens effectively.

Technical Specifications of robot vacuum Roborock S8

Overall score

8.1

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What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the robot vacuum.

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Cleaning

7.3

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Max suction power

What it is: Maximum suction power is the highest pressure the vacuum motor is rated to produce, measured in pascals.

When it matters: Higher figures can help lift embedded debris from carpet, but brush design and airflow also determine real cleaning performance.

Importance: HIGH

N. of suction power levels

What it is: The number of suction levels shows how many power settings can be selected.

When it matters: More levels give finer control over noise, battery use and cleaning strength on different floors.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Motor type

What it is: Motor type identifies whether the suction motor uses a brushed or brushless design.

When it matters: Brushless motors generally offer better efficiency and durability, although complete airflow design still determines performance.

Importance: LOW

Power

What it is: Power is the electrical input rating of the robot or its charging system.

When it matters: It describes energy demand, but it should not be treated as a direct measure of suction or floor-cleaning ability.

Importance: LOW

69 W

Cleaning modes

What it is: Cleaning modes are the distinct automatic or targeted cleaning programs available on the robot.

When it matters: A wider choice makes it easier to match cleaning behavior to rooms, spills, edges or quiet periods.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Mopping

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Mopping capability

What it is: Mopping capability means the robot can wipe hard floors with a damp pad or active mop system.

When it matters: It is useful for fine dust and light marks, but it does not automatically mean the robot can replace deep manual mopping.

Importance: MEDIUM

Mopping system type

What it is: The mopping system type describes how the robot applies motion and pressure to its mop, such as a static pad, vibrating pad, rotating pads or roller.

When it matters: Active systems generally scrub dried marks better, while pad lifting and dock washing determine how practical they are on mixed floors.

Importance: HIGH

Mop pad type

What it is: Mop pad type describes the pad shape and attachment used by the mopping system.

When it matters: It affects floor contact, edge reach, replacement availability and whether the pads can be washed easily.

Importance: LOW

semi-circular

Mop pad material

What it is: Mop pad material is the fabric or fibre used to wipe and absorb dirt from the floor.

When it matters: It influences absorption, scrubbing action, durability and how easily the pad releases dirt when washed.

Importance: LOW

polyester and nylon (microfiber)

Mop pressure

What it is: Mop pressure is the downward force the mopping system applies to the floor.

When it matters: More controlled pressure can improve removal of dried marks, although pad motion and moisture delivery also matter.

Importance: LOW

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Navigation

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Primary navigation technology

What it is: The primary navigation technology is the main sensor system the robot uses to understand its position and plan a route.

When it matters: It affects route efficiency, coverage and how reliably the robot returns to its dock, especially in larger or more complex homes.

Importance: HIGH

Mapping capability

What it is: Mapping capability lets the robot create a floor plan instead of cleaning only from moment-to-moment sensor reactions.

When it matters: A saved map is important for room selection, no-go zones and predictable coverage.

Importance: MEDIUM

Real-time mapping

What it is: Real-time mapping updates the floor plan and the robot's route while a cleaning run is in progress.

When it matters: It helps you follow progress, spot missed areas and see where the robot is if it becomes stuck.

Importance: LOW

Multiple map storage

What it is: Multiple map storage keeps separate floor plans for more than one level or cleaning area.

When it matters: It is useful in multi-storey homes because the robot does not need to rebuild the map each time it changes floors.

Importance: LOW

Map editing

What it is: Map editing lets you divide, merge, name and adjust rooms in the app.

When it matters: Accurate room boundaries make room-by-room schedules and targeted cleaning easier to use.

Importance: LOW

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Smart Features

8.9

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App control

What it is: App control lets you operate and configure the robot from a smartphone application.

When it matters: It is needed for maps, room selection, schedules and many advanced settings on modern robot vacuums.

Importance: LOW

App name

What it is: App name identifies the manufacturer's mobile application used to control the robot.

When it matters: It helps you check phone compatibility, account requirements and user feedback for the correct app before buying.

Importance: LOW

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Wi-Fi connectivity

What it is: Wi-Fi connectivity links the robot to its app and cloud services through the home network.

When it matters: It enables remote control and updates, but setup quality depends on router compatibility and signal coverage.

Importance: LOW

Supported Wi-Fi bands

What it is: Supported Wi-Fi bands identify the wireless frequencies the robot can use, commonly 2.4 GHz and sometimes 5 GHz.

When it matters: Band support matters during setup because many robot vacuums connect only to a 2.4 GHz network.

Importance: LOW

2.4 GHz

Bluetooth connectivity

What it is: Bluetooth connectivity provides a short-range wireless link, often used during initial setup.

When it matters: It can simplify pairing but usually does not replace Wi-Fi for remote app control.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

8.1

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Battery capacity

What it is: Battery capacity is the amount of electrical charge the battery can store, measured in milliamp-hours.

When it matters: More capacity can support longer cleaning runs, but motor power, mopping and navigation also affect actual runtime.

Importance: MEDIUM

Battery type

What it is: Battery type identifies the battery chemistry used by the robot.

When it matters: It affects weight, service life and charging behavior, with lithium-ion now being the common modern design.

Importance: LOW

Li-ion

Battery voltage

What it is: Battery voltage is the nominal electrical voltage of the robot's battery pack.

When it matters: It is mainly useful for checking replacement-battery compatibility and does not by itself indicate runtime.

Importance: LOW

14.4

Runtime

What it is: Runtime is how long the robot is rated to clean on one charge under the stated test mode.

When it matters: Longer runtime matters on large floors, while recharge-and-resume can compensate for a smaller battery.

Importance: MEDIUM

Recharge and resume

What it is: Recharge and resume sends the robot back to charge and then returns it to the unfinished part of the map.

When it matters: It allows large cleaning jobs to finish without manual intervention when one battery charge is not enough.

Importance: LOW

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Design

4.2

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Shape

What it is: Shape describes the robot's body outline, most commonly round or D-shaped.

When it matters: Shape influences corner reach and manoeuvring, although brush placement and route planning are equally important.

Importance: LOW

round

Height

What it is: Height is the vertical clearance required by the robot.

When it matters: A lower body can clean under more sofas, beds and cabinets, but measure the furniture gap before relying on it.

Importance: LOW

Width

What it is: Width is the side-to-side size of the robot.

When it matters: It determines whether the robot can pass between chair legs, furniture and other narrow spaces.

Importance: LOW

Length

What it is: Length is the front-to-back size of the robot.

When it matters: Together with width and shape, it affects turning space and access around closely placed furniture.

Importance: LOW

Weight

What it is: Weight is the mass of the robot itself, excluding its dock.

When it matters: A lighter robot is easier to carry between floors, while weight has little direct connection to cleaning quality.

Importance: LOW

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Roborock S8 vs the average robot vacuum

Why is Roborock S8 better than the average robot vacuum?

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Lifts its mop over carpets
Roborock S8 lifts its mop over carpets, while the average robot vacuum does not lift its mop automatically.
What it is: Mop lifting raises the mop pads when the robot crosses carpet or returns to its dock.
When it matters: It helps protect rugs from moisture in homes with both hard floors and carpet.
Importance: MEDIUM
Roborock S8 lifts its mop over carpets, while the average robot vacuum does not lift its mop automatically.
2,000 Pa stronger suction
Roborock S8 delivers 6,000 Pa, compared with 4,000 Pa for the average robot vacuum.
What it is: Maximum suction power is the highest pressure the vacuum motor is rated to produce, measured in pascals.
When it matters: Higher figures can help lift embedded debris from carpet, but brush design and airflow also determine real cleaning performance.
Importance: HIGH
Roborock S8 delivers 6,000 Pa, compared with 4,000 Pa for the average robot vacuum.6000 Pa vs 4000 Pa
120 m² more cleaning coverage
Roborock S8 can clean up to 300 m² per charge, compared with 180 m² for the average robot vacuum.
What it is: Maximum cleaning area is the largest floor area the robot is rated to cover in one cleaning task.
When it matters: It helps indicate whether the robot suits a large layout, although obstacles, power mode and mopping can reduce coverage.
Importance: LOW
Roborock S8 can clean up to 300 m² per charge, compared with 180 m² for the average robot vacuum.300 m² vs 180 m²
Uses a vibrating mop
Roborock S8 uses a vibrating mop, while the average robot vacuum does not use a vibrating mop.
What it is: A vibrating mop moves the pad rapidly to add scrubbing action beyond passive wiping.
When it matters: It can improve light stain removal on hard floors compared with a static pad.
Importance: LOW
Roborock S8 uses a vibrating mop, while the average robot vacuum does not use a vibrating mop.
2,000 mAh more battery capacity
Roborock S8 has a battery capacity of 5,200 mAh, compared with 3,200 mAh for the average robot vacuum.
Grounded current sources converge on 5200 mAh battery capacity.
What it is: Battery capacity is the amount of electrical charge the battery can store, measured in milliamp-hours.
When it matters: More capacity can support longer cleaning runs, but motor power, mopping and navigation also affect actual runtime.
Importance: MEDIUM
Roborock S8 has a battery capacity of 5,200 mAh, compared with 3,200 mAh for the average robot vacuum.5200 mAh vs 3200 mAh
Better mopping system
Roborock S8 uses vibrating pad for mopping, while the average robot vacuum uses static pad.
What it is: The mopping system type describes how the robot applies motion and pressure to its mop, such as a static pad, vibrating pad, rotating pads or roller.
When it matters: Active systems generally scrub dried marks better, while pad lifting and dock washing determine how practical they are on mixed floors.
Importance: HIGH
Roborock S8 uses vibrating pad for mopping, while the average robot vacuum uses static pad.vibrating pad vs static pad
20 mm wider main brush
Roborock S8 uses a main brush measuring 198 mm, compared with 178 mm for the average robot vacuum.
What it is: Main brush width is the working width of the central debris-collecting roller.
When it matters: A wider brush can cover more floor per pass, while edge design and navigation still affect total coverage.
Importance: LOW
Roborock S8 uses a main brush measuring 198 mm, compared with 178 mm for the average robot vacuum.198 mm vs 178 mm
Includes a child lock
Roborock S8 includes a child lock, while the average robot vacuum has no child lock.
What it is: A child lock disables selected buttons or controls to prevent accidental operation.
When it matters: It is useful where children or pets may touch the robot or dock controls.
Importance: LOW
Roborock S8 includes a child lock, while the average robot vacuum has no child lock.
120 m² more cleaning coverage
Roborock S8 can clean up to 300 m² per charge, compared with 180 m² for the average robot vacuum.
2,000 mAh more battery capacity
Roborock S8 has a battery capacity of 5,200 mAh, compared with 3,200 mAh for the average robot vacuum.
30 min longer runtime
Roborock S8 runs for 180 min per charge, compared with 150 min for the average robot vacuum.
Supports off-peak charging
Roborock S8 supports off-peak charging, while the average robot vacuum does not support off-peak charging.
0.5 h faster charging
Roborock S8 takes 4 h to charge, compared with 4.5 h for the average robot vacuum.
0.3 m longer power cord
Roborock S8 has a 1.8 m power cord, compared with 1.5 m on the average robot vacuum.
Includes a child lock
Roborock S8 includes a child lock, while the average robot vacuum has no child lock.
Supports more languages
Roborock S8 supports 30 languages, compared with 17 on the average robot vacuum.
2,000 Pa stronger suction
Roborock S8 delivers 6,000 Pa, compared with 4,000 Pa for the average robot vacuum.
20 mm wider main brush
Roborock S8 uses a main brush measuring 198 mm, compared with 178 mm for the average robot vacuum.
Lifts its mop over carpets
Roborock S8 lifts its mop over carpets, while the average robot vacuum does not lift its mop automatically.
Uses a vibrating mop
Roborock S8 uses a vibrating mop, while the average robot vacuum does not use a vibrating mop.
Better mopping system
Roborock S8 uses vibrating pad for mopping, while the average robot vacuum uses static pad.
Supports cleaning solution
Roborock S8 supports cleaning solution, while the average robot vacuum does not support cleaning solution.
60 mL larger water tank
Roborock S8 has a water tank capacity of 300 mL, compared with 240 mL for the average robot vacuum.

Why is Roborock S8 worse than the average robot vacuum?

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1.37 kg heavier robot
Roborock S8 weighs 4.9 kg, compared with 3.53 kg for the average robot vacuum.
14.35 mm wider body
Roborock S8 is 353 mm wide, compared with 338.65 mm for the average robot vacuum.
2 dB louder operation
Roborock S8 produces 67 dB of noise, compared with 65 dB for the average robot vacuum.
10 mm longer body
Roborock S8 is 350 mm long, compared with 340 mm for the average robot vacuum.
2.5 mm taller body
Roborock S8 is 96.5 mm tall, compared with 94 mm for the average robot vacuum.
4 % Lower filtration efficiency
Roborock S8 has a lower filtration efficiency than the average robot vacuum (95% vs 99%).
Source 2 is supported by another source at 95%.
More basic filter
Roborock S8 uses a EPA 11 filter, while the average robot vacuum uses HEPA.
Does not include a cleaning tool
Roborock S8 does not include a cleaning tool, while the average robot vacuum includes a cleaning tool.
4 % Lower filtration efficiency
Roborock S8 has a lower filtration efficiency than the average robot vacuum (95% vs 99%).
Source 2 is supported by another source at 95%.
What it is: Filter efficiency is the stated percentage of particles the filter can retain under its specified test conditions.
When it matters: It matters for fine dust and allergens, although leakage around the filter can reduce whole-machine performance.
Importance: MEDIUM
Roborock S8 has a lower filtration efficiency than the average robot vacuum (95% vs 99%).95 % vs 99 %
1.37 kg heavier robot
Roborock S8 weighs 4.9 kg, compared with 3.53 kg for the average robot vacuum.
What it is: Weight is the mass of the robot itself, excluding its dock.
When it matters: A lighter robot is easier to carry between floors, while weight has little direct connection to cleaning quality.
Importance: LOW
Roborock S8 weighs 4.9 kg, compared with 3.53 kg for the average robot vacuum.4.9 kg vs 3.53 kg
More basic filter
Roborock S8 uses a EPA 11 filter, while the average robot vacuum uses HEPA.
What it is: Filter type identifies the filtration design used to capture fine particles in the exhaust air.
When it matters: Higher-grade, well-sealed filters are more relevant for allergy concerns, while washable and replaceable designs affect maintenance cost.
Importance: LOW
Roborock S8 uses a EPA 11 filter, while the average robot vacuum uses HEPA.EPA 11 vs HEPA
Does not include a cleaning tool
Roborock S8 does not include a cleaning tool, while the average robot vacuum includes a cleaning tool.
What it is: A cleaning tool is a small brush or cutter supplied for removing hair and debris from the robot.
When it matters: It makes routine brush and filter maintenance easier, particularly in homes with pets.
Importance: LOW
Roborock S8 does not include a cleaning tool, while the average robot vacuum includes a cleaning tool.
14.35 mm wider body
Roborock S8 is 353 mm wide, compared with 338.65 mm for the average robot vacuum.
What it is: Width is the side-to-side size of the robot.
When it matters: It determines whether the robot can pass between chair legs, furniture and other narrow spaces.
Importance: LOW
Roborock S8 is 353 mm wide, compared with 338.65 mm for the average robot vacuum.353 mm vs 338.65 mm
10 mm longer body
Roborock S8 is 350 mm long, compared with 340 mm for the average robot vacuum.
What it is: Length is the front-to-back size of the robot.
When it matters: Together with width and shape, it affects turning space and access around closely placed furniture.
Importance: LOW
Roborock S8 is 350 mm long, compared with 340 mm for the average robot vacuum.350 mm vs 340 mm
2 dB louder operation
Roborock S8 produces 67 dB of noise, compared with 65 dB for the average robot vacuum.
What it is: Noise level range shows the sound produced across the robot's operating modes.
When it matters: Lower noise is helpful for cleaning while people work, talk, sleep or remain at home with noise-sensitive pets.
Importance: LOW
Roborock S8 produces 67 dB of noise, compared with 65 dB for the average robot vacuum.67 dB vs 65 dB
2.5 mm taller body
Roborock S8 is 96.5 mm tall, compared with 94 mm for the average robot vacuum.
What it is: Height is the vertical clearance required by the robot.
When it matters: A lower body can clean under more sofas, beds and cabinets, but measure the furniture gap before relying on it.
Importance: LOW
Roborock S8 is 96.5 mm tall, compared with 94 mm for the average robot vacuum.96.50 mm vs 94 mm

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(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

What customers like about Roborock S8?

Excellent dual brushroll suction for pet hair and carpet cleaning
Advanced mapping technology creates detailed maps of the home very quickly
Highly effective obstacle avoidance system for navigating around daily clutter
Good app control with room/zone selection and scheduling capabilities
Strong, reliable suction power on hard floors
Self-washing and self-drying mop system (on Pro Ultra model)

What customers dislike about Roborock S8?

Basic dock on standard S8 only provides charging (no self-emptying)
Mop can produce streaks at the start of cleaning if not pre-wet
Struggles with small, thin items like charging cables
Slightly worse carpet cleaning performance on fine dirt compared to hard surfaces
Does not effectively avoid pet accidents

Expert reviews

howtogeek.com

18/07/2023

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Roborock S8 Review: Great, But There are Better Options

How-To Geek rates the Roborock S8 a 7/10, praising its 6,000Pa suction, effective DuoRoller brush, 180-minute battery life, and superior app customization, while highlighting the premium, non-self-emptying base model's high cost. While a strong 2023 performer, the review notes the lack of included automated maintenance features necessitates extra investment for true hands-free cleaning.

senses.se

04/07/2023

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Review: Roborock S8 robot vacuum cleaner - Senses.se

The Senses.se review finds the Roborock S8 to be an impressive hybrid cleaner with excellent navigation, strong obstacle avoidance, and a feature-rich app. While praised for its dual rubber brushes and effective cleaning on hard floors and rugs, the base model is limited by small dust/water tanks requiring frequent maintenance, lacks an auto-emptying station, and shows inconsistent water distribution during mopping. Despite high-end features, it still struggles with thin cables and precise, tight corners, notes Senses.se.

rtings.com

27/06/2023

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Roborock S8+ Robot Vacuum Review

The Roborock S8/S8+ is a versatile robot vacuum featuring an effective twin brushroll system for excellent pet hair removal and debris pickup on bare floors, along with competent mopping capabilities. While the S8+ variant offers a convenient self-emptying base, a significant drawback is its subpar performance in removing fine debris embedded deep within carpet fibers, corners, and along edges.

maison-et-domotique.com

21/07/2026

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Roborock S8 Review: The Powerful, Smart Robot Vacuum That's No Matter the Home!

The Maison & Domotique review highlights the Roborock S8 as a powerful, smart hybrid cleaner featuring 6,000 Pa suction, a tangle-resistant DuoRoller brush, and efficient 5mm-lifting VibraRise mopping. While praised for its precise Reactive 3D obstacle avoidance and intuitive app, the model's high cost, manual maintenance requirements, and lack of real-time camera streaming are noted as primary limitations.

smartzone.de

02/05/2023

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Roborock S8 review – is it still the best?

The Roborock S8 review from Smartzone.de praises the vacuum for its 6,000 Pascal suction, effective dual-rubber roller system, 5mm mop-lifting, and advanced obstacle navigation. While offering premium performance, the review highlights drawbacks including the lack of a self-emptying station, a smaller 400ml dustbin, slow 5-6 hour charging, and no self-cleaning for the mop pad.

chip.de

22/06/2023

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Roborock S8 review - CHIP

According to the CHIP.de review, the Roborock S8 is a reliable, mid-priced robot vacuum featuring excellent navigation, comprehensive app control, and superior cleaning performance on both carpets and hard floors, largely due to its anti-tangle dual rubber brushes. However, the model lacks a self-emptying base station, features a small 400 ml dust container, and provides only mediocre mopping performance that struggles with stubborn stains.

heise.de

11/07/2023

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Roborock S8 Review: This is the Best Robot Vacuum and Mop

The Roborock S8 is highlighted as a top-tier hybrid cleaning robot featuring exceptional Lidar navigation, 3D obstacle avoidance, and robust 6,000 Pa suction power with dual-rubber rollers. Its VibraRise system effectively mops floors, though the base model lacks an auto-empty station, resulting in frequent manual maintenance of the 350 ml dustbin and 300 ml water tank. While app control is excellent, the device can be loud, reaching 85 decibels, and lacks the self-lifting brush feature of higher-end models.

ratgeber.pcgameshardware.de

24/05/2024

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Roborock S8 Review: The Ultimate Worry-Free Robot Vacuum

The PC Games Hardware Ratgeber review designates the Roborock S8 a "super worry-free robot vacuum" based on its advanced automation, 6,000 Pa suction power, and 180-minute battery runtime. While praised for its intuitive app control and smart home integration, the unit is noted for a small 0.4-liter dustbin, a bulky design, and limited mopping flexibility on certain models.

smarthomeassistent.de

22/11/2024

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Roborock S8 Review: Impressive Vacuuming & Mopping!

The Roborock S8 is an efficient 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop featuring a dual-rubber counter-rotating brush system (DuoRoller) and a liftable sonic mopping plate. Its advantages include outstanding carpet cleaning performance with reduced hair tangles, precise LiDAR navigation with 3D obstacle avoidance, and strong threshold climbing capability. However, the base model lacks an auto-emptying or self-cleaning station, requiring frequent manual maintenance of the dustbin and water tank, and it occasionally misses fine debris along extreme edges.

lesnumeriques.com

17/03/2023

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Roborock S8 Robot Vacuum Review: Methodical Navigation and Room for Improvement in Suction

The Roborock S8, as reviewed by Les Numériques, is a highly efficient robot vacuum featuring strong 6000 Pa suction and precise navigation via LIDAR and 3D sensors. Key pros include exceptional debris pickup on hard floors and carpets, a 5mm lifting mop for carpets, and over 3 hours of battery life. However, notable cons include the lack of a self-emptying station at a high price point, a small 400 ml dustbin, and occasional failures of the obstacle detection system with small items.

phonandroid.com

17/03/2023

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Roborock S8 Review: Our Full Verdict on the Premium Robot Vacuum

The Roborock S8, as reviewed by Phonandroid, is a highly autonomous vacuum featuring powerful 6,000 Pa suction and an efficient DuoRoller brush system for superior obstacle avoidance and cleaning, though it is limited by a high price and smaller internal tank capacities. While the sonic mopping system performs well, it may struggle with heavily dried-on stains compared to manual cleaning.

clubic.com

29/04/2023

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Roborock S8 Review: Major upgrades for highly impressive results

Clubic's review praises the Roborock S8 for its impressive cleaning performance, driven by a 6,000 Pa suction power and a new dual rubber brush system that excels at preventing hair tangles. Key advantages include precise LiDAR navigation with Reactive 3D obstacle avoidance, an effective VibraRise sonic mop, and a user-friendly application. However, the analysis notes drawbacks such as a reduced 400 ml dustbin capacity, a long 5-6 hour recharge time, and the lack of an automatic emptying station with the base model.

hogarsys.es

03/10/2023

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Roborock S8 Pro Ultra: Review & Opinion - Hogarsys

The Spanish home-technology platform Hogarsys stands out for conducting practical, real-world testing in a chaotic household environment rather than a sterile laboratory. A primary pro of the site is its transparent reporting and multi-channel approach, providing honest written comparisons alongside YouTube video demonstrations that call out commercial exaggeration. Conversely, the platform's cons include a strong focus on European and Spanish brands like Cecotec and reviews published primarily in Spanish, which limits immediate accessibility for international users. Read more about their approach at Hogarsys.

maison-et-domotique.com

23/03/2025

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Roborock S8 Review: The Powerful and Smart Robot Vacuum That Fears No Interior!

According to the Maison et Domotique review, the Roborock S8 stands out for its 6,000 Pa suction, dual rubber brushes for reduced pet hair tangles, and effective VibraRise sonic mopping that automatically lifts on carpets. While praised for precise LiDAR navigation and overall cleaning performance, the unit is limited by a small 270 ml dustbin and a basic charging dock that lacks automated self-emptying or mop cleaning.

smartworld.it

20/03/2023

Summary of the review

Roborock S8 Review: The Return of the King

The Roborock S8 stands out as a top-tier robot vacuum with exceptional suction and washing performance, highly complete software, precise space mapping, and a more compact charging base than its competitors. Key drawbacks highlighted in the review include its high price tag and a software interface that can feel overly complex due to the sheer abundance of smart features.

tuttoandroid.net

25/05/2023

Summary of the review

Roborock S8 is the new super robot that vacuums and mops

TuttoAndroid is Italy's leading specialized platform for the Android ecosystem, offering rapid, comprehensive tech news, hardware reviews, and buying guides. While the platform is lauded for its in-depth coverage and dedicated app, its primary limitation is its exclusively Italian-language content and occasional focus on localized, short-lived promotions. For an analysis of a specific product, please provide the direct article URL to TuttoAndroid.

maison-et-domotique.com

23/03/2025

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Roborock S8 Review: The powerful and smart robot vacuum that fears no interior

Maison et Domotique is a specialized French platform providing in-depth, hands-on reviews and guides for smart home technology, featuring practical, real-world testing of hardware like robot mowers and Home Assistant updates. While it offers valuable technical insights and a supportive community for enthusiasts, potential downsides include sometimes delayed or awkward translations on its English sub-domain and a high technical barrier that may overwhelm casual, plug-and-play users.

maison-et-domotique.com

23/03/2025

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Roborock S8 Review: The powerful, smart robot vacuum that tackles any home with ease

The Roborock S8 is praised as a powerful and intelligent robot vacuum featuring 6000Pa suction and an upgraded dual-silicone brush system that excels at cleaning carpets while preventing hair tangles. While the device offers advanced navigation and a highly customizable app, it has limitations, including a reduced accessory package that lacks spares and a basic plastic plate for mopping, as highlighted in the Maison et Domotique review.

notebookcheck.nl

20/03/2023

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Roborock S8 review: Excellent robot vacuum and mop with useful improvements

The Notebookcheck review praises the Roborock S8 as an excellent premium vacuum featuring 6,000 Pa suction and a dual rubber brush system that excels in navigation and carpet cleaning. Key pros include the intelligent LiDAR navigation and the 5mm lifting VibraRise mop, while notable cons are the reduced 400ml dustbin, a lack of auto-emptying features, and poor detection of small objects under 5x3 cm.

tweakers.net

25/11/2023

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Roborock S8 - Review - Product Reviews

In this Tweakers product review, the Roborock S8 is evaluated as a highly capable upgrade over older robot vacuums, featuring solid build quality and easy maintenance, including a straightforward dust container and mopping pad system. The review highlights excellent cleaning, effective object detection, and strong battery life as primary pros, with the only noted disadvantage being the lack of Dutch language support in the app.

consumentenbond.nl

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Roborock S8 - Test, Reviews & Prices - Consumentenbond

The Roborock S8 is a 9.8 cm tall robot vacuum cleaner featuring an integrated mopping function and automatic return to its charge station. A primary advantage of the device is its versatile companion app that enables remote operation and scheduling, while noted drawbacks include a small 0.38-litre dust bin and a non-replaceable battery requiring specialized tools.

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