CES is a popular event for smart home appliance brands to showcase their yearly flagship products. Roborock is one such brand, recently announcing six new products across three ranges.
Roborock’s 2024 flagship robot vacuums include the Roborock S8 Max Ultra and S8 MaxV Ultra. These models represent significant innovations beyond their predecessors, the S8 Pro Ultra. They stand out as some of the most advanced products in the market.
Roborock S8 Max Ultra Series: Advanced cleaning along the baseboards
The Roborock S8 Max Ultra Series focuses on advanced cleaning, especially along baseboards. The S8 Max Ultra has a suction power of 8,000Pa, and the S8 MaxV Ultra goes up to 10,000Pa. Both models feature the new VibraRise 3.0 vibrating mop with dual 4000rpm vibration modules. This mop can lift itself, useful for avoiding carpets and preventing the spread of dirt and moisture.
Another key innovation in this series is the FlexiArm Design side brush for improved baseboard and corner cleaning. The new robots also have an additional rotating mop for cleaning along baseboards and furniture, covering up to 99% of the surface. They also include LiDAR navigation and obstacle detection, helping them automatically avoid items like toys and cables.
Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra: The ultimate autonomous cleaning experience
In addition to these innovations, the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra offers a premium autonomous cleaning experience with unique features. These include an onboard voice assistant, Hello Rocky, and an onboard RGB camera for advanced obstacle detection and video calls. This model can identify floor dirt and adjust its cleaning strategy. It’s also the first in the brand to support Matter, which aids in ecosystem integration and reduces battery consumption.
The Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra offers a premium autonomous cleaning experience. It has unique features, including an onboard voice assistant, Hello Rocky, and an onboard camera for advanced obstacle detection and video calls. This model can identify floor dirt and adjust its cleaning strategy. It’s also the first in the brand to support Matter, which aids in ecosystem integration and reduces battery consumption.
RockDock Ultra: The Most Comprehensive Cleaning Station
The RockDock Ultra station is a comprehensive cleaning solution for both models. Roborock provides two variations: one with a standard RockDock Ultra station, which comes with a 4L clean water tank, a 3.5L dirty water tank, and a 2.5L dust bag. The other variant connects directly to water supply and drainage. Both station can clean the mops with hot water and air, preventing bacteria and mold growth.
Lastly, Roborock stands out by offering a dedicated mop cleaning brush, unlike competitors who use a removable plastic board. This ensures better mop cleaning but can complicate station maintenance. The brand has also added an automatic detergent dispenser in the station, and the RockDock Ultra can rewash the mop if needed.
Price and Availability of the Roborock S8 Max Ultra and Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
Both models will be available starting April 2024, with the Roborock S8 Max Ultra costing $1,600, and the S8 MaxV Ultra selling for $1,800
Q&A
The new series features several upgrades: a more powerful vacuum with up to 10,000Pa suction power, an improved VibraRise 3.0 vibrating mop, enhanced baseboard cleaning with an extendable mop and FlexiArm design, the ability to add detergent for more effective cleaning, and a redesigned dock that includes hot water cleaning. Mapping and obstacle avoidance have also been improved.
Both models are equipped with advanced LiDAR navigation and obstacle detection technology. This allows them to navigate around and avoid common household obstacles like toys and cables, ensuring a smooth and efficient cleaning process. The MaxV Ultra feature even more advanced obstacle avoidance thanks to an RGB camera.
The S8 MaxV Ultra boasts a higher suction power of 10,000Pa compared to the S8 Max Ultra’s 8,000Pa. Additionally, the MaxV Ultra includes an onboard RGB camera for enhanced obstacle recognition. It also comes with an integrated voice assistant, and support for Matter.
Yes, both models are equipped with an automatic detergent dispensing system that uses a refillable tank. This feature allows the RockDock Ultra to dispense the cleaning solution, while avoiding to use disposable and proprietary cartridges.
Kyle Lakewood
Based in New York, Kyle combines his passion for smart home products with a commitment to honest, unbiased reviews. As the founder of Smart Home Critic, he guides readers in choosing the right products for their needs. Living with his partner and dog, Kyle brings a personal touch to his work, involving his whole family in the review process to ensure each product is thoroughly tested and family-approved.
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