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TCL SWEEVA 1000BK review: 118 specs compared

Avg. price:~£120Max suction power:1500 PaRuntime:120 minDustbin capacity:600 mLMax threshold height:20 mm

TCL SWEEVA 1000BK 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.

TCL SWEEVA 1000BK
5.2/10

Overall score

Score
5.2/ 10
✕
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 97% of models
Score components

80%

5.1

Technical score

20%

5.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 97% of robot vacuums
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 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 93% of models
Score components

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

30%

5.4

Cleaning

23%

4.9

Navigation

18%

3.9

Mopping

12%

4.1

Battery

10%

6.0

Smart Features

7%

8.0

Design

â–¼Worse than 95%
5.7

User score

User score
5.7/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

User ratings

30%

3.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 99%
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Technical Specifications of robot vacuum TCL SWEEVA 1000BK

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components:

30%

5.4

Cleaning

23%

4.9

Navigation

18%

3.9

Mopping

12%

4.1

Battery

10%

6.0

Smart Features

7%

8.0

Design

5.1
User score
User score
5.7/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

User ratings

30%

3.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
5.7
Popularity
Popularity
3.5/ 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 67% of models
Popularity:
TCL SWEEVA 1000BK has a popularity index of 3.5, lower than that of 67.3% of robot vacuums.
3.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 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 93% of models
Score components:

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

6.6
Max suction power
1,500 Pa
Market range: <1.6k Pa – >12k Pa
This robot vacuum has a maximum suction pressure of 1,500 Pa, which is lower than 92.5% of robot vacuums and equal to 1.3% 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
?
Power
?
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
no
This robot vacuum cannot mop floors, although 79% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
Mopping system type
none
This robot vacuum uses none for mopping. This system is less effective than those on 79.8% of robot vacuums and as effective as those on 20.2% of robot vacuums.
Mop pad type
none
Mop pad material
none
Mop pressure
N/A
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Primary navigation technology
random
This robot vacuum uses random as its primary navigation system, which is less capable than the systems in 96% of robot vacuums and matched by 4% 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
TCL Home
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This robot vacuum does not support Wi-Fi connectivity. 93.9% of robot vacuums support Wi-Fi connectivity.
Supported Wi-Fi bands
no Wi-Fi
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
120 min
Market range: <90 min – >240 min
This robot vacuum runs for 120 min per charge, which is shorter than 57.6% of robot vacuums and equal to 19.8% of robot vacuums.
Recharge and resume
no
This robot vacuum does not resume cleaning after charging, although 83.3% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
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Shape
round
Height
70 mm
Width
324 mm
Length
320 mm
Weight
2.3 kg
Market range: <2.59 kg – >4.76 kg
This robot vacuum weighs 2.3 kg, making it lighter than 95.6% of robot vacuums and the same weight as 0.4% of robot vacuums.
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TCL SWEEVA 1000BK vs the average robot vacuum

246810TotalBatteryDesignSmart FeaturesNavigationCleaningMopping
  • Empties its dustbin automatically
    This robot vacuum empties its dustbin automatically, while the average robot vacuum requires manual dustbin emptying.
  • 200 mL larger dustbin
    This robot vacuum has a larger onboard dustbin than the average robot vacuum (600 mL vs 400 mL). The average robot vacuum has a dustbin capacity of 400 mL.
    600 mL vs 400 mL
  • 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
  • 10 dB quieter
    This robot vacuum has a lower reported cleaning noise level than the average robot vacuum (55 dB vs 65 dB). The average robot vacuum has a reported noise level of 65 dB.
    55 dB vs 65 dB
  • 35.6% lighter
    This robot vacuum is lighter than the average robot vacuum (2.3 kg vs 3.57 kg). The average robot vacuum weighs 3.57 kg.
    2.3 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.
  • 2.17x cheaper
    TCL SWEEVA 1000BK is cheaper than the average robot vacuum (£120 vs £260).
    £120 vs £260
  • 2.17x cheaper
    TCL SWEEVA 1000BK is cheaper than the average robot vacuum (£120 vs £260).
    £120 vs £260
  • 10 dB quieter
    This robot vacuum has a lower reported cleaning noise level than the average robot vacuum (55 dB vs 65 dB). The average robot vacuum has a reported noise level of 65 dB.
    55 dB vs 65 dB
  • 35.6% lighter
    This robot vacuum is lighter than the average robot vacuum (2.3 kg vs 3.57 kg). The average robot vacuum weighs 3.57 kg.
    2.3 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.
  • Empties its dustbin automatically
    This robot vacuum empties its dustbin automatically, while the average robot vacuum requires manual dustbin emptying.
  • 200 mL larger dustbin
    This robot vacuum has a larger onboard dustbin than the average robot vacuum (600 mL vs 400 mL). The average robot vacuum has a dustbin capacity of 400 mL.
    600 mL vs 400 mL
  • 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
  • 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 random for navigation, while the average robot vacuum uses LiDAR.
    random vs LiDAR
  • 2,500 Pa weaker maximum suction
    This robot vacuum has weaker maximum suction than the average robot vacuum (1,500 Pa vs 4,000 Pa). The average robot vacuum has a maximum suction pressure of 4,000 Pa.
    1,500 Pa vs 4,000 Pa
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 41.3% lower user score
    User score
    5.7/ 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
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    the average robot vacuum
    TCL SWEEVA 1000BK has a lower user score than the average robot vacuum (5.66 vs 8.000).
    5.66 vs 8
  • 14.6% worse value for money
    TCL SWEEVA 1000BK has worse value for money than the average robot vacuum (6.62 vs 7.6).
    6.62 vs 7.59
  • 87.8% less popular
    TCL SWEEVA 1000BK is less popular than the average robot vacuum (3.48 vs 6.5).
    3.48 vs 6.53
  • Does not resume cleaning after charging
    This robot vacuum does not resume cleaning after charging, while the average robot vacuum resumes cleaning after charging.
  • 30 min shorter runtime
    This robot vacuum runs for less time per charge than the average robot vacuum (120 min vs 150 min). The average robot vacuum runs for 150 min.
    120 min vs 150 min
  • 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
  • Older model
    This robot vacuum was released in 2021, earlier than the average robot vacuum in 2023. The average release year for robot vacuums is 2023.
    2021 vs 2023
  • No Wi-Fi
    This robot vacuum does not support Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average robot vacuum does. 93.7% of robot vacuums support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 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 scheduled cleaning
    This robot vacuum does not support scheduled cleaning, while the average robot vacuum does. 96.4% of robot vacuums offer this.
  • No cleaning reports
    This robot vacuum does not provide cleaning reports, while the average robot vacuum does. 87.4% of robot vacuums offer these.
  • 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 cloud connectivity
    This robot vacuum does not support cloud connectivity, while the average robot vacuum does. 90.7% of robot vacuums support cloud connectivity.
  • 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 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 random for navigation, while the average robot vacuum uses LiDAR.
    random vs LiDAR
  • 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.
  • 2,500 Pa weaker maximum suction
    This robot vacuum has weaker maximum suction than the average robot vacuum (1,500 Pa vs 4,000 Pa). The average robot vacuum has a maximum suction pressure of 4,000 Pa.
    1,500 Pa vs 4,000 Pa
  • 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.
  • 4 % lower filter efficiency
    This robot vacuum has lower filter efficiency than the average robot vacuum (95 % vs 99 %). The average robot vacuum has a filter efficiency of 99 %.
    95 % vs 99 %
  • Cannot mop floors
    This robot vacuum cannot mop floors, while the average robot vacuum can mop floors.
  • No water flow control
    This robot vacuum does not support water flow control, while the average robot vacuum does. 70% of robot vacuums support water flow control.
  • Less capable mopping system
    This robot vacuum uses none for mopping, while the average robot vacuum uses static pad.
    none vs static pad
  • 3 fewer water flow levels
    This robot vacuum offers fewer water flow levels than the average robot vacuum (0 vs 3). The average number of water flow levels is 3.
    0 vs 3

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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 TCL SWEEVA 1000BK

  • Ultra-compact design only 7 cm thick easily fits beneath beds and sofas
  • Excellent suction on hard floors and good carpet handling
  • Large 600 ml dustbin that is easy to empty
  • Integrated HEPA filter is ideal for capturing allergens
  • Good battery life up to 120 minutes and automatic return to the charging dock
  • Very competitive, affordable price

What customers don't like about TCL SWEEVA 1000BK

  • Random navigation takes longer to cover the whole area than models with intelligent mapping
  • Lacks advanced features such as creating virtual walls in an app
  • May struggle to cross obstacles or particularly thick carpets
  • Can occasionally miss spots or accumulate debris in tight spaces

Verdict

The TCL Sweeva 1000BK is an ultra-slim robot vacuum featuring a 70mm (2.76-inch) profile, a 1500Pa suction power system adjustable across three levels, a large 600ml leak-proof dust box, and a washable HEPA filter. Its core pros include a 2600 mAh battery that delivers up to 120 minutes of runtime over an area of 120 m², a 20mm climbing threshold for transitioning onto rugs, automatic self-charging capability, and integrated anti-collision and cliff sensors for safe navigation. However, major cons include its reliance on basic random navigation rather than smart home mapping, a lack of Wi-Fi, smartphone app, or voice assistant controls, and its dependence on a manual remote control for scheduling.

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