#7
Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
Roborock • Best Overall Value
8.8/10
Overall Score
$899
Street Price
6,000 Pa
Suction
Overview
The Verge's favorite robovac. The S8 MaxV Ultra delivers near hands-free cleaning with strong suction, AI obstacle avoidance, and excellent dock automation at a price that frequently dips to $899.
👍 Pros
- ✓Excellent value when on sale ($899)
- ✓The Verge's top pick
- ✓LiDAR + AI camera avoidance
- ✓Matter smart home support
- ✓Sonic mopping with strong pickup
👎 Cons
- ✗Large dock requires space
- ✗Mopping not quite as good as Matrix10
- ✗MSRP is expensive ($1,799)
Score Breakdown
Navigation & Obstacle Tech(2x)9.2
Suction Power9.0
Edge Cleaning8.8
Tangle-Free Rollers8.5
Mop System8.5
Auto-Empty Reliability9.0
App Quality9.2
Mop Drying8.5
Integrated Soap8.0
Bin Capacity8.5
Refill Frequency8.5
Specifications
NavigationLiDAR + Camera
AI Obstacle AvoidanceYes
Suction Power6,000 Pa
Mop Typesonic
Auto Mop WashYes
Self-EmptyYes
Runtime180 min
Height97 mm
App ControlYes
Voice ControlYes