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Rowenta RR8497WH review: 118 specs compared

Avg. price:~£300Max suction power:2300 PaRuntime:168 minDustbin capacity:350 mLMax threshold height:18 mm

Rowenta RR8497WH 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.

Rowenta RR8497WH
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the robot vacuum's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best robot vacuums on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 54% of models
Score components

80%

7.3

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–²Better than 54% of robot vacuums
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the robot vacuum's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a robot vacuum with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 60% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–²Better than 60%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of robot-vacuum performance across cleaning, navigation, mopping, battery life, filtration, brush design, smart features, and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare robot vacuums based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

30%

6.9

Cleaning

23%

8.8

Navigation

18%

6.5

Mopping

12%

5.7

Battery

10%

8.5

Smart Features

7%

6.9

Design

â–²Better than 57%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the robot vacuum
When it matters
When you want to know how a robot vacuum handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £300
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Technical Specifications of robot vacuum Rowenta RR8497WH

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of robot-vacuum performance across cleaning, navigation, mopping, battery life, filtration, brush design, smart features, and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare robot vacuums based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components:

30%

6.9

Cleaning

23%

8.8

Navigation

18%

6.5

Mopping

12%

5.7

Battery

10%

8.5

Smart Features

7%

6.9

Design

7.3
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the robot vacuum
When it matters
When you want to know how a robot vacuum handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the robot vacuum.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Rowenta RR8497WH has a popularity index of 1, lower than that of 70.7% of robot vacuums and equal to that of 29.3% of robot vacuums.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the robot vacuum's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a robot vacuum with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 60% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

7.8
Max suction power
2,300 Pa
Market range: <1.6k Pa – >12k Pa
This robot vacuum has a maximum suction pressure of 2,300 Pa, which is lower than 73.4% of robot vacuums and equal to 0.9% of robot vacuums.
N. of suction power levels
4
Market range: <2 – >4
This robot vacuum has 4 suction power levels, which is more than 49.7% of robot vacuums offer and the same number as 43.8% of robot vacuums offer.
Motor type
brushless
This robot vacuum uses a brushless motor, a type that is generally more efficient than those used by 2.7% of robot vacuums and also used by 97.3% of robot vacuums.
Power
?
Cleaning modes
3
Market range: <2 – >5
This robot vacuum offers 3 cleaning modes, which is fewer than 62% of robot vacuums offer and the same number as 27.7% of robot vacuums offer.
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Mopping capability
yes
This robot vacuum can mop floors. 78.8% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
Mopping system type
static pad
This robot vacuum uses static pad for mopping. This system is more effective than those on 20.4% of robot vacuums and as effective as those on 46.3% of robot vacuums.
Mop pad type
semi-circular
Mop pad material
microfiber
Mop pressure
?
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Primary navigation technology
laser
This robot vacuum uses laser as its primary navigation system, which is less capable than the systems in 65.5% of robot vacuums and matched by 3% of robot vacuums.
Mapping capability
yes
This robot vacuum maps the floor. 74% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
Real-time mapping
yes
This robot vacuum updates its map in real time. 68.5% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
Multiple map storage
yes
This robot vacuum stores multiple maps. 56.4% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
Map editing
yes
This robot vacuum lets you edit maps. 63.8% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
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App control
yes
This robot vacuum supports app control. 5.5% of robot vacuums support app control.
App name
Rowenta Robots
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This robot vacuum supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 6.3% of robot vacuums support Wi-Fi connectivity.
Supported Wi-Fi bands
2.4 GHz
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This robot vacuum does not support Bluetooth connectivity. 64.7% of robot vacuums support Bluetooth connectivity.
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Battery capacity
2,600 mAh
Market range: <2.4k mAh – >5.2k mAh
This robot vacuum has a battery capacity of 2,600 mAh, which is lower than 59% of robot vacuums and equal to 26.9% of robot vacuums.
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery voltage
14.4 V
Runtime
168 min
Market range: <90 min – >240 min
This robot vacuum runs for 168 min per charge, which is longer than 61.6% of robot vacuums and equal to 0.2% of robot vacuums.
Recharge and resume
yes
This robot vacuum resumes cleaning after charging. 83.1% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
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Shape
round
Height
78 mm
Width
340.8 mm
Length
342 mm
Weight
2.95 kg
Market range: <2.59 kg – >4.76 kg
This robot vacuum weighs 2.95 kg, making it lighter than 79.1% of robot vacuums and the same weight as 0.2% of robot vacuums.
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Rowenta RR8497WH vs the average robot vacuum

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  • Empties its dustbin automatically
    This robot vacuum empties its dustbin automatically, while the average robot vacuum requires manual dustbin emptying.
  • Vibrating mop
    This robot vacuum has a vibrating mop, while the average robot vacuum does not. 11.3% of robot vacuums have a vibrating mop.
  • 1.66 W lower standby power consumption
    This robot vacuum draws less power in standby than the average robot vacuum (0.3 W vs 2 W). The average robot vacuum draws 2 W in standby.
    0.337 W vs 2 W
  • 0.9 % higher filter efficiency
    This robot vacuum has higher filter efficiency than the average robot vacuum (99.9 % vs 99 %). The average robot vacuum has a filter efficiency of 99 %.
    99.9 % vs 99 %
  • Has a child lock
    This robot vacuum has a child lock, while the average robot vacuum does not. 44.9% of robot vacuums offer this.
  • 17.4% lighter
    This robot vacuum is lighter than the average robot vacuum (3 kg vs 3.57 kg). The average robot vacuum weighs 3.57 kg.
    2.95 kg vs 3.57 kg
  • 12 mm wider main brush
    This robot vacuum has a wider main brush than the average robot vacuum (190 mm vs 178 mm). The average robot vacuum has a main brush 178 mm wide.
    190 mm vs 178 mm
  • Newer model
    This robot vacuum was released in 2024, later than the average robot vacuum in 2023. The average release year for robot vacuums is 2023.
    2024 vs 2023
  • 1.66 W lower standby power consumption
    This robot vacuum draws less power in standby than the average robot vacuum (0.3 W vs 2 W). The average robot vacuum draws 2 W in standby.
    0.337 W vs 2 W
  • 18 min longer runtime
    This robot vacuum runs longer per charge than the average robot vacuum (168 min vs 150 min). The average robot vacuum runs for 150 min.
    168 min vs 150 min
  • 0.5 h shorter charging time
    This robot vacuum takes less time to recharge fully than the average robot vacuum (4 h vs 4.5 h). The average robot vacuum takes 4.5 h.
    4 h vs 4.5 h
  • 17.4% lighter
    This robot vacuum is lighter than the average robot vacuum (3 kg vs 3.57 kg). The average robot vacuum weighs 3.57 kg.
    2.95 kg vs 3.57 kg
  • Newer model
    This robot vacuum was released in 2024, later than the average robot vacuum in 2023. The average release year for robot vacuums is 2023.
    2024 vs 2023
  • Has a child lock
    This robot vacuum has a child lock, while the average robot vacuum does not. 44.9% of robot vacuums offer this.
  • Empties its dustbin automatically
    This robot vacuum empties its dustbin automatically, while the average robot vacuum requires manual dustbin emptying.
  • 0.9 % higher filter efficiency
    This robot vacuum has higher filter efficiency than the average robot vacuum (99.9 % vs 99 %). The average robot vacuum has a filter efficiency of 99 %.
    99.9 % vs 99 %
  • 12 mm wider main brush
    This robot vacuum has a wider main brush than the average robot vacuum (190 mm vs 178 mm). The average robot vacuum has a main brush 178 mm wide.
    190 mm vs 178 mm
  • Vibrating mop
    This robot vacuum has a vibrating mop, while the average robot vacuum does not. 11.3% of robot vacuums have a vibrating mop.
  • 1 fewer cleaning modes
    This robot vacuum offers fewer cleaning modes than the average robot vacuum (3 vs 4). The average robot vacuum offers 4 cleaning modes.
    3 vs 4
  • 1,700 Pa weaker maximum suction
    This robot vacuum has weaker maximum suction than the average robot vacuum (2,300 Pa vs 4,000 Pa). The average robot vacuum has a maximum suction pressure of 4,000 Pa.
    2,300 Pa vs 4,000 Pa
  • More basic navigation
    This robot vacuum uses laser for navigation, while the average robot vacuum uses LiDAR.
    laser vs LiDAR
  • 2 mm lower threshold clearance
    This robot vacuum can only cross lower thresholds than the average robot vacuum (18 mm vs 20 mm). The average robot vacuum can cross thresholds up to 20 mm high.
    18 mm vs 20 mm
  • 60 m² smaller cleaning area
    This robot vacuum has a smaller maximum cleaning area than the average robot vacuum (120 m² vs 180 m²). The average robot vacuum has a maximum cleaning area of 180 m².
    120 m² vs 180 m²
  • 600 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This robot vacuum has a smaller battery capacity than the average robot vacuum (2,600 mAh vs 3,200 mAh). The average robot vacuum has a battery capacity of 3,200 mAh.
    2,600 mAh vs 3,200 mAh
  • Does not include a cleaning tool
    This robot vacuum does not include a cleaning tool, while the average robot vacuum includes a cleaning tool.
  • 5 dB louder
    This robot vacuum has a higher reported cleaning noise level than the average robot vacuum (70 dB vs 65 dB). The average robot vacuum has a reported noise level of 65 dB.
    70 dB vs 65 dB
  • 6.53x less popular
    Rowenta RR8497WH is less popular than the average robot vacuum (1 vs 6.5).
    1 vs 6.53
  • 60 m² smaller cleaning area
    This robot vacuum has a smaller maximum cleaning area than the average robot vacuum (120 m² vs 180 m²). The average robot vacuum has a maximum cleaning area of 180 m².
    120 m² vs 180 m²
  • 600 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This robot vacuum has a smaller battery capacity than the average robot vacuum (2,600 mAh vs 3,200 mAh). The average robot vacuum has a battery capacity of 3,200 mAh.
    2,600 mAh vs 3,200 mAh
  • 5 dB louder
    This robot vacuum has a higher reported cleaning noise level than the average robot vacuum (70 dB vs 65 dB). The average robot vacuum has a reported noise level of 65 dB.
    70 dB vs 65 dB
  • No voice prompts
    This robot vacuum does not provide voice prompts, while the average robot vacuum does. 76.3% of robot vacuums offer these.
  • No Bluetooth
    This robot vacuum does not support Bluetooth connectivity, while the average robot vacuum does. 64.6% of robot vacuums support Bluetooth connectivity.
  • More basic navigation
    This robot vacuum uses laser for navigation, while the average robot vacuum uses LiDAR.
    laser vs LiDAR
  • 2 mm lower threshold clearance
    This robot vacuum can only cross lower thresholds than the average robot vacuum (18 mm vs 20 mm). The average robot vacuum can cross thresholds up to 20 mm high.
    18 mm vs 20 mm
  • 1 fewer cleaning modes
    This robot vacuum offers fewer cleaning modes than the average robot vacuum (3 vs 4). The average robot vacuum offers 4 cleaning modes.
    3 vs 4
  • 1,700 Pa weaker maximum suction
    This robot vacuum has weaker maximum suction than the average robot vacuum (2,300 Pa vs 4,000 Pa). The average robot vacuum has a maximum suction pressure of 4,000 Pa.
    2,300 Pa vs 4,000 Pa
  • Does not include a cleaning tool
    This robot vacuum does not include a cleaning tool, while the average robot vacuum includes a cleaning tool.
  • 50 mL smaller dustbin
    This robot vacuum has a smaller onboard dustbin than the average robot vacuum (350 mL vs 400 mL). The average robot vacuum has a dustbin capacity of 400 mL.
    350 mL vs 400 mL

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What customers like about Rowenta RR8497WH

  • Excellent suction power for removing dust and debris from different floor types.
  • Convenient 2-in-1 function vacuums and mops the floor simultaneously.
  • Smart Aqua Power water-management system with several mopping levels.
  • Allergy-friendly design with effective filters.
  • Autonomous cordless operation with automatic return to the charging station.
  • Easy maintenance thanks to the bagless dustbin.

What customers don't like about Rowenta RR8497WH

  • The 0.3-litre water tank is relatively small and needs frequent refilling over large areas.
  • Some users criticize the brand’s support and customer service for being slow and unresponsive.
  • Very dirty areas and stubborn stains may require an additional manual cleaning pass.

Verdict

The Rowenta X-Plorer Serie 70+ (RR8497WH) is an ultra-thin 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop specifically designed for pet owners, featuring a low-profile 7.8 cm height and advanced laser mapping technology for methodical navigation. Key specifications include a 2,000 Pa suction power, an electronic 0.3 L Smart Aqua Power water tank with adjustable humidity levels, and a 0.35 L onboard dustbin that pairs with an automatic emptying base station providing up to 60 days of hands-free dirt collection. Powered by a lithium-ion battery, it delivers an impressive runtime of up to 120 minutes in standard modes or up to 168 minutes in Eco mode, while maintaining a moderate 70 dB noise level and managing obstacles up to 18 mm high. Main pros include its exceptional ability to slide under low furniture, automated maintenance via the self-emptying base, customizable zone cleaning via Wi-Fi smartphone routines, and an efficient motorized brush for pet hair. On the downside, its lower 2,000 Pa suction power may struggle on deep-pile carpets compared to higher-end competitors, its bagless dustbin requires a lengthy 4-hour recharge time, and it features a relatively small internal dust capacity before needing to empty.

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