Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra Vacuum & Mopping Robot with Automatic self-Cleaning Emptying & Refilling Station (5100Pa, 3D AI Obstacle Avoidance, Sound Vibration Mopping System, App/Voice Control)

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Based on internal testing carried out by the manufacturer. The term relates to the integrated mop module being able to be driven to produce high-speed reciprocating vibration of up to 3000 times/min, i.e. up to a frequency of 50Hz which is within a “sonic” range (20 to 20,000Hz). Sonic Vibration Technology mops at up to 3000* cycles per minute to shift dry stains that traditional robot mops may leave behind.

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As the S7 MaxV cleans your floors it also stores a map of your home, which you can then split into different rooms and zones, allowing you to focus on specific areas rather than your whole home. It also organizes the rooms into a cleaning schedule based on the size and the type of floor, saving the dirtiest areas until last – for example, a hard floor in the kitchen that needs sweeping and mopping. With the ability to store three different maps, this robovac is ideal for multi-level homes. Based on internal testing carried out by the manufacturer. Stains used for testing include coffee (dried for two hours and 24 hours), juice (dried for 24 hours), cola (dried for 24 hours) and mud (dried for 2 hours). Based on internal testing carried out by the manufacturer according to IEC 62885-2:2021/5.11 standards, using Max+ mode with a full battery. Actual results may vary according to the home environment. With the company’s excellent mapping and brilliant mop, this is currently the pinnacle of robot vacuum cleaners. Design and Features The S7 MaxV takes the camera from the S6 MaxV, which enables the vacuum to detect any obstacles, so you can set the S7 MaxV cleaning without you having to tidy up beforehand. It will spot shoes, cables and pet mess, avoiding them automatically. AI training has come on a long way since the initial launch, with the S7 MaxV now able to avoid most objects brilliantly.On the bottom, the robot features six cliff sensors that prevent it from falling down the stairs, a carpet detection sensor, one side brush for edges, and a main brush roll. There are items that can trip it up, however. I have a pet food bowl that sits on the floor on the corner of the island in the kitchen. When the robot moves around the corner, it will always hit the pet bowl; when it comes from the other way, the cameras spot and avoid it. Video call to anywhere in your home through your robot. See who you are talking to, and hear them too. On its maiden voyage, the S7 MaxV Ultra maps your home. In testing, it automatically labeled my bedroom and living room with the correct names and gave the kitchen, office, hallway, and bathroom generic names like Room 2 and Room 3. It also automatically added some furnishings, including my bed, couch, and dining room table, thus allowing for area cleanings around them. The robot also offers 3D and Matrix maps (the latter is only available on the iPhone 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 13 Pro, and 13 Pro Max), but these features weren't very functional or useful during testing. Looking for a hands-off device: The S7 MaxV comes with all the necessary features to effectively run on its own. Once the initial setup has been completed, the robot can vacuum, mop, empty, and refill as needed. With the app, a custom schedule can be created that will allow you to set the cleaning schedule you want.

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It isn’t infallible, though. On one occasion I found the robot endlessly bashing against some dining chair legs, trying to find out a way out. As with all robots, the S7 MaxV can trap itself, although it’s a rare occurrence. The main issue seems to be the angle at which the robot entered the chair legs, which slightly served to confused it. Clean extra deeply with a maximum suction of 5100Pa* in Max+ mode, and get maximum coverage with precision LiDAR navigation. One of the issues that I highlighted with the S7 was that the vacuum came with only one cloth in the box; having to wash it regularly would put the robot out of mopping operation. Here, there’s practically no limit – for long periods the S7 MaxV will look after itself, and is always ready to go. The S7 MaxV Ultra's internal dustbin was nearly empty after more than a dozen cleaning runs (Photo: Angela Moscaritolo) Once you pair the robot, the app walks you through some of its features and prompts you to install firmware updates. During the initial setup process, the app gives you the option to toggle certain features, including map saving, multi-level mapping, Less Collision Mode, and pet avoidance. During the setup process, the app gives you the option to toggle certain featuresEspecially with its large mopping pad and sonic vibration technology, I find that the S7 MaxV Ultra does a good job of cleaning my floors with room temperature tap water. The company cautions against using hot water, as it may cause the tank to deform. Precision LiDAR navigation accurately maps your home and makes all smart features possible, from virtual No-Go Zones, to Multi-Level Mapping and more. However, with tougher ground-in food stains, the S7 MaxV only managed to lighten areas of dirt when run in its intense mopping-only mode. Nevertheless, the overall appearance of the floor was improved. Not too long ago, robot vacuums were known for tumbling down stairs or becoming trapped in carpets. Fortunately, advancements in software and hardware have largely eliminated these issues and enabled robots to move in the correct direction.