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Samsung POWERbot VR05R5050WK review: 118 specs compared

Avg. price:~£180Max suction power:4200 PaRuntime:150 minDustbin capacity:200 mLMax threshold height:15 mm

Samsung POWERbot VR05R5050WK 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.

Samsung POWERbot VR05R5050WK
6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

80%

5.7

Technical score

20%

7.6

User score

â–¼Worse than 82% of robot vacuums
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 79%
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 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–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

30%

5.6

Cleaning

23%

4.4

Navigation

18%

6.3

Mopping

12%

5.7

Battery

10%

7.5

Smart Features

7%

5.7

Design

â–¼Worse than 84%
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 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 72% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 72%
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Technical Specifications of robot vacuum Samsung POWERbot VR05R5050WK

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 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–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

30%

5.6

Cleaning

23%

4.4

Navigation

18%

6.3

Mopping

12%

5.7

Battery

10%

7.5

Smart Features

7%

5.7

Design

5.7
User score
User score
7.6/ 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 72% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
7.7/ 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–² Better than 63% of models
Popularity:
Samsung POWERbot VR05R5050WK has a popularity index of 7.7, higher than that of 62.6% of robot vacuums and equal to that of 0.4% of robot vacuums.
7.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.1
Max suction power
4,200 Pa
Market range: <1.6k Pa – >12k Pa
This robot vacuum has a maximum suction pressure of 4,200 Pa, which is higher than 59.6% of robot vacuums and equal to 0.9% of robot vacuums.
N. of suction power levels
3
Market range: <2 – >4
This robot vacuum has 3 suction power levels, which is fewer than 50.5% of robot vacuums offer and the same number as 35.5% 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
55 W
Cleaning modes
4
Market range: <2 – >5
This robot vacuum offers 4 cleaning modes, which is more than 38.2% of robot vacuums offer and the same number as 47.5% 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
gyroscope
This robot vacuum uses gyroscope as its primary navigation system, which is less capable than the systems in 73.9% of robot vacuums and matched by 19.2% of robot vacuums.
Mapping capability
no
This robot vacuum does not map the floor, although 74.2% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
Real-time mapping
no
This robot vacuum does not update its map in real time, although 68.7% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
Multiple map storage
no
This robot vacuum does not store multiple maps, although 56.6% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
Map editing
no
This robot vacuum does not support map editing, although 64% 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
POWERbot-E
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
3,400 mAh
Market range: <2.4k mAh – >5.2k mAh
This robot vacuum has a battery capacity of 3,400 mAh, which is higher than 59.2% of robot vacuums and equal to 0.4% of robot vacuums.
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery voltage
14.4 V
Runtime
150 min
Market range: <90 min – >240 min
This robot vacuum runs for 150 min per charge, which is longer than 47.1% of robot vacuums and equal to 11.3% 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
85 mm
Width
340 mm
Length
340 mm
Weight
3 kg
Market range: <2.59 kg – >4.76 kg
This robot vacuum weighs 3 kg, making it lighter than 74.7% of robot vacuums and the same weight as 3.1% of robot vacuums.
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Samsung POWERbot VR05R5050WK vs the average robot vacuum

246810TotalBatteryDesignSmart FeaturesNavigationCleaningMopping
  • 1 more side brushes
    This robot vacuum has more side brushes than the average robot vacuum (2 vs 1). The average robot vacuum has 1 side brushes.
    2 vs 1
  • 160 mL more onboard water capacity
    This robot vacuum has a larger onboard water tank than the average robot vacuum (400 mL vs 240 mL). The average robot vacuum's onboard water tank holds 240 mL.
    400 mL vs 240 mL
  • Supports a handheld remote control
    This robot vacuum supports a handheld remote control, while the average robot vacuum does not. 22.1% of robot vacuums support this.
  • 16% 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.
    3 kg vs 3.57 kg
  • 200 Pa stronger maximum suction
    This robot vacuum has stronger maximum suction than the average robot vacuum (4,200 Pa vs 4,000 Pa). The average robot vacuum has a maximum suction pressure of 4,000 Pa.
    4,200 Pa vs 4,000 Pa
  • 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
  • 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
  • 16% 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.
    3 kg vs 3.57 kg
  • Supports a handheld remote control
    This robot vacuum supports a handheld remote control, while the average robot vacuum does not. 22.1% of robot vacuums support this.
  • 1 more side brushes
    This robot vacuum has more side brushes than the average robot vacuum (2 vs 1). The average robot vacuum has 1 side brushes.
    2 vs 1
  • 200 Pa stronger maximum suction
    This robot vacuum has stronger maximum suction than the average robot vacuum (4,200 Pa vs 4,000 Pa). The average robot vacuum has a maximum suction pressure of 4,000 Pa.
    4,200 Pa vs 4,000 Pa
  • 160 mL more onboard water capacity
    This robot vacuum has a larger onboard water tank than the average robot vacuum (400 mL vs 240 mL). The average robot vacuum's onboard water tank holds 240 mL.
    400 mL vs 240 mL
  • More basic obstacle avoidance
    This robot vacuum uses infrared for obstacle avoidance, while the average robot vacuum uses hybrid.
    infrared vs hybrid
  • More basic navigation
    This robot vacuum uses gyroscope for navigation, while the average robot vacuum uses LiDAR.
    gyroscope vs LiDAR
  • Does not detect carpets automatically
    This robot vacuum does not detect carpets automatically, while the average robot vacuum detects carpets automatically.
  • No no-mop zones
    This robot vacuum does not support no-mop zones, while the average robot vacuum does. 53.1% of robot vacuums support this feature.
  • Does not boost suction automatically on carpets
    This robot vacuum does not boost suction automatically on carpets, while the average robot vacuum boosts suction on carpets automatically.
  • 5 mm lower threshold clearance
    This robot vacuum can only cross lower thresholds than the average robot vacuum (15 mm vs 20 mm). The average robot vacuum can cross thresholds up to 20 mm high.
    15 mm vs 20 mm
  • Does not have a floating main brush
    This robot vacuum does not have a floating main brush, while the average robot vacuum has a floating main brush.
  • Does not map the floor
    This robot vacuum does not map the floor, while the average robot vacuum maps the floor.
  • 6.8% worse value for money
    Samsung POWERbot VR05R5050WK has worse value for money than the average robot vacuum (7.11 vs 7.6).
    7.11 vs 7.59
  • 5% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 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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    Samsung POWERbot VR05R5050WK
    the average robot vacuum
    Samsung POWERbot VR05R5050WK has a lower user score than the average robot vacuum (7.62 vs 8.000).
    7.62 vs 8
  • 30 m² smaller cleaning area
    This robot vacuum has a smaller maximum cleaning area than the average robot vacuum (150 m² vs 180 m²). The average robot vacuum has a maximum cleaning area of 180 m².
    150 m² vs 180 m²
  • Older model
    This robot vacuum was released in 2020, earlier than the average robot vacuum in 2023. The average release year for robot vacuums is 2023.
    2020 vs 2023
  • 12 dB louder
    This robot vacuum has a higher reported cleaning noise level than the average robot vacuum (77 dB vs 65 dB). The average robot vacuum has a reported noise level of 65 dB.
    77 dB vs 65 dB
  • No voice assistant control
    This robot vacuum does not support voice assistant control, while the average robot vacuum does. 91.3% of robot vacuums support this.
  • No maintenance notifications
    This robot vacuum does not provide maintenance notifications, while the average robot vacuum does. 76.8% 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.
  • No do not disturb mode
    This robot vacuum does not have a do not disturb mode, while the average robot vacuum does. 89.3% of robot vacuums offer this.
  • 7 fewer languages supported
    This robot vacuum supports fewer languages than the average robot vacuum (10 vs 17). The average robot vacuum supports 17 languages.
    10 vs 17
  • More basic obstacle avoidance
    This robot vacuum uses infrared for obstacle avoidance, while the average robot vacuum uses hybrid.
    infrared vs hybrid
  • More basic navigation
    This robot vacuum uses gyroscope for navigation, while the average robot vacuum uses LiDAR.
    gyroscope vs LiDAR
  • No no-mop zones
    This robot vacuum does not support no-mop zones, while the average robot vacuum does. 53.1% of robot vacuums support this feature.
  • 5 mm lower threshold clearance
    This robot vacuum can only cross lower thresholds than the average robot vacuum (15 mm vs 20 mm). The average robot vacuum can cross thresholds up to 20 mm high.
    15 mm vs 20 mm
  • Does not map the floor
    This robot vacuum does not map the floor, while the average robot vacuum maps the floor.
  • Does not support map editing
    This robot vacuum does not support map editing, while the average robot vacuum lets you edit maps.
  • Does not store multiple maps
    This robot vacuum does not store multiple maps, while the average robot vacuum stores multiple maps.
  • Does not recognize individual rooms
    This robot vacuum does not recognize individual rooms, while the average robot vacuum recognizes individual rooms.
  • Does not update its map in real time
    This robot vacuum does not update its map in real time, while the average robot vacuum updates its map in real time.
  • Does not support virtual boundaries
    This robot vacuum does not support virtual boundaries, while the average robot vacuum supports virtual boundaries.
  • Does not show its location in real time
    This robot vacuum does not show its location in real time, while the average robot vacuum shows its location in real time.
  • Does not detect carpets automatically
    This robot vacuum does not detect carpets automatically, while the average robot vacuum detects carpets automatically.
  • Does not boost suction automatically on carpets
    This robot vacuum does not boost suction automatically on carpets, while the average robot vacuum boosts suction on carpets automatically.
  • Does not have a floating main brush
    This robot vacuum does not have a floating main brush, while the average robot vacuum has a floating main brush.
  • 1 fewer suction power levels
    This robot vacuum offers fewer suction power levels than the average robot vacuum (3 vs 4). The average robot vacuum offers 4 suction power levels.
    3 vs 4
  • Does not support zone cleaning
    This robot vacuum does not support zone cleaning, while the average robot vacuum supports zone cleaning.
  • Does not support room-by-room cleaning
    This robot vacuum does not support room-by-room cleaning, while the average robot vacuum supports room-by-room cleaning.
  • 200 mL smaller dustbin
    This robot vacuum has a smaller onboard dustbin than the average robot vacuum (200 mL vs 400 mL). The average robot vacuum has a dustbin capacity of 400 mL.
    200 mL vs 400 mL
  • 18 mm narrower main brush
    This robot vacuum has a narrower main brush than the average robot vacuum (160 mm vs 178 mm). The average robot vacuum has a main brush 178 mm wide.
    160 mm vs 178 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Samsung POWERbot VR05R5050WK

  • Efficient 2-in-1 functionality that vacuums and mops simultaneously
  • Slim design (85mm height) easily navigates under low furniture and beds
  • Long-lasting battery life offering up to 150 minutes of runtime
  • Convenient remote control options via both the dedicated smartphone app and physical remote
  • Good suction power for daily dust, dirt, and pet hair maintenance

What customers don't like about Samsung POWERbot VR05R5050WK

  • Basic navigation system relies on random patterns and bumper hits rather than advanced mapping
  • Frequently gets stuck around chair legs, small obstacles, or thick area rugs
  • Difficulty returning to the charging dock autonomously, especially when in a different room
  • Small dustbin capacity (0.2L) requires frequent emptying
  • App connectivity and pairing issues reported by some iOS/iPhone users

Verdict

The Samsung POWERbot VR05R5050WK is a 55W 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop featuring a 3400mAh Li-ion battery that delivers up to 150 minutes of runtime, requiring 240 minutes for a full recharge. Measuring 340x85x340 mm and weighing 3 kg, it utilizes a slim-line 85mm profile to navigate beneath low furniture, multi-surface capabilities, 4 cleaning modes (Zig-zag, Auto, Spot, and Edge), and Wi-Fi SmartThings app or remote control. Main advantages include its simultaneous wet mopping and vacuuming capabilities, an automatic water-flow control system, and a one-touch EZ Empty 0.2-liter dustbin that is fully washable. However, its downsides are a relatively loud 77 dBA noise level, a small 0.2-liter dust capacity that demands frequent emptying, and a basic gyro-based smart sensing navigation layout instead of advanced laser-mapping.

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