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MagyarRoborock Qrevo MaxV vacuum robot in review: Roborock now also rolls out the mop
With the Roborock Qrevo MaxV, the renowned robot vacuum manufacturer Roborock has launched the second representative of its mid-range model series, launched last year, with the Qrevo (formerly Q Revo). The recommended retail price of 999 Euros (~$1092) is undoubtedly a lot of money, but a fair price considering the features - especially as it starts with a discount. The new model comes with many exciting features that make even some flagship models costing well over 1,000 Euros (~$1093) look a little more expensive.
These include the FlexiArm design for borderless swiping and a dedicated voice assistant. The manufacturer is thus elbowing out its competitor Dreame, which recently launched the Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat (999 Euros/~$1092 on Amazon), an exciting robot vacuum with a retractable mop and very similar features at the same price.
I took a close look at how well the Roborock Qrevo MaxV performs in the test and what distinguishes it from the cheaper Qrevo (849 Euros/~$928 on Amazon) and the still current flagship Roborock S8 Pro Ultra (1,499 Euros/~$1638 on Amazon).
Roborock Qrevo MaxV offers borderless mopping and much more
Roborock has given the new Qrevo MaxV some new features that are not even found in the significantly more expensive flagship model S8 Pro Ultra from last year. These include the FlexiArm design, in which the right-hand side of the two rotating mops moves out to the side to enable virtually borderless mopping.
Dreame recently introduced a comparable solution in many respects in the identical Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat, which we recently tested and is the big challenger to the Roborock Qrevo MaxV. Subjectively speaking, Roborock uses this feature a little more frequently. However, if the robot hoover detects carpet, the mop is raised by 10 mm (~0.4 inches) in the new Qrevo model.
Another innovation is 'Hello Rocky', Roborock's own intelligent voice assistant. This allows the robot to be controlled by voice command. The manufacturer offers many different options for this, which even work without a Wi-Fi connection, but only in English. This allows the floor cleaning robot to be controlled by voice and sent to individual rooms, for example, which has usually worked without any problems in practice. Of course, the Roborock Qrevo MaxV robot vacuum can also be voice-controlled with Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri and Google Home.
Impressions of the Roborock Qrevo MaxV
Otherwise, the new Roborock Qrevo MaxV offers many features that are mainly found in more expensive flagship models. The high suction power of 7,000 Pa is even higher than that of the S8 Pro Ultra. The new model also comes with a liftable solid rubber brush when it is only mopping.
In addition to the obligatory laser navigation (LiDAR), AI obstacle detection and avoidance via an RGB camera and structured light are also on board. The camera can also be used for video calls to the cleaning robot to check remotely whether everything is in order at home.
Of course, the 1,000-Euro (~$1093) price range also includes a comprehensive self-cleaning station (multifunction docking station 2.0). In addition to the usual dust container suction, this also takes care of the extensive mopping function. The two mops are first washed with hot water at 60 °C (140 °F) and then dried again with warm air at 45 °C (113 °F).
In addition to hot water cleaning for more hygiene, a new feature is intelligent dirt detection of the mops to determine whether they need to be cleaned again. The robot vacuum also recognizes areas on the floor with stubborn dirt, which are also wiped again.
Impressions of the multifunctional docking station 2.0
Roborock Qrevo MaxV, Qrevo, S8 Pro Ultra and Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat in a robotic vacuum cleaner comparison
Before we go into the practical experiences in our Roborock Qrevo MaxV test, let's first make a brief comparison. The following table shows what the Qrevo MaxV has to offer compared to the cheaper Qrevo from last year, the flagship S8 Pro Ultra as well as the brand new Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat and what distinguishes the robot vacuum models:
| Feature/Model | Roborock Qrevo MaxV | Roborock Qrevo | Roborock S8 Pro Ultra | Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LiDAR navigation | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Obstacle avoidance | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Suction power | 7,000 Pa | 5,500 Pa | 6,000 Pa | 7,000 Pa |
| Main brush | Rubber brush | Rubber brush | DuoRoller brush | Rubber brush |
| Liftable brush | yes | no | yes | no |
| Carpet detection | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mopping technology | 2 mops | 2 mops | High Speed Sonic Mopping | 2 mops |
| Rimless mopping | ✓ | x | x | ✓ |
| Liftable mop unit | 10 mm | 7 mm | 5mm | 10.5 mm |
| Video call | ✓ | x | x | ✓ |
| Integrated voice assistant | ✓ | x | x | x x |
| Battery capacity | 5,200 mAh | 5,200 mAh | 5,200 mAh | 5,200 mAh |
| Dust emptying | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mop washing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| - with hot water | ✓ | x | x | ✓ |
| Mop drying | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓✓ |
| Tank filling | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cleaning agent | x | x | x | ✓ |
| Int. dirt detection | ✓ | x | x | ✓ |
| Price (RRP) | 999 Euro | 849Euro | 1,499 Euro | 999 Euro |
How the Roborock Qrevo MaxV performs in the practical test
Let's move on to the practical experience with the Roborock Qrevo MaxV in the test. Before you can start cleaning the floor, you first need to set it up. This is done via the Roborock app, which takes new users by the hand. Simply add a new device and then scan the QR code under the cover of the robot. The remaining steps are well explained in German and are quick and easy.
The robot vacuum then scans the surroundings and creates a virtual map. This can then be edited in the usual way, e.g. to name individual rooms or create exclusion zones. This is all familiar fare and works perfectly via the Roborock app, as with previous models. Overall, the Roborock app is one of the best robot hoover apps on the market and offers many options, including a wide range of settings for the Roborock Qrevo MaxV.
The robot vacuum can then be put to work for the first time. Various cleaning settings can be selected, such as the suction power (in four predefined levels) and the mopping moisture (also in four levels). Alternatively, pre-defined programs can be used or only one room or zone can be cleaned.
After tapping the 'Go' button at the bottom center of the app, the robot hoover sets off after its integrated water tank has been filled with fresh water from the station. It now systematically moves around the floor and cleans it according to the stored instructions. When the robot passes straight edges such as furniture, skirting boards and the like, you can clearly see the mop as it moves out, which ensures that the floor is wiped without leaving any edges (except for just under 2 mm). The function also comes into its own along chair legs and other obstacles.
The cleaning performance is comparable to the Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat, which is not surprising given its very similar properties. It provides more than reliable cleanliness on floors. The obstacle detection worked reliably in the practical test - as long as the obstacles were not too small. For example, it detected cables or socks lying around and also displayed them in the app, but not a Lego brick (4 x 2). However, many other robot hoovers have also failed to overcome such small obstacles in tests.
In between, the robot regularly returns to the station to clean the mop, and at the end anyway. The reprocessing of the mopping unit works well in practice. The collected dust is vacuumed into a large dust bag, which only needs to be replaced occasionally (note: follow-up costs).
The station of the robot hoover is quite stylish, but again does not cover the two large tanks for fresh and dirty water. Although this saves a lot of effort when filling or emptying, in my opinion, other manufacturers such as Dreame and Ecovacs look more elegant, where the tanks disappear into the housing. An option for installation on a water connection (as with the Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat) is not available.
Pro
+ good suction power and navigation
+ reliable obstacle detection
+ thorough edge cleaning thanks to FlexiArm design
+ full-featured cleaning station with hot water mop cleaning
+ excellent app with many options
+ own voice assistant
Contra
- language assistant only in English
- sensitive white high-gloss design
- space requirement of the station
Verdict: Roborock Qrevo MaxV robot vacuum convinces with new features
Roborock is doing a lot of things right and really well with the new Qrevo MaxV. The new model is a significant further development of the first Qrevo from last year. Obstacle detection, warm water mop washing, the extendable mop and the other new features are, in my opinion, absolutely worth the price difference of 150 Euros (~$164) according to the RRP.
In my opinion, the vacuum robot duel with the Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat is pretty much a draw. Both models offer many similarities as well as individual strengths - in the case of Dreame, for example, the cleaning agent dispenser, while Roborock has its own voice assistant, among other things.
Both the Roborock Qrevo MaxV and the Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat make one thing clear: the air for the absolute flagship models over 1,000 Euros (~$1093) is getting thinner and thinner. It will be exciting to see, for example, how the soon-to-be-launched Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra will stand out from the already very good Qrevo MaxV in practical tests.
Price and availability of the Roborock Qrevo MaxV
The recommended retail price for the Roborock Qrevo MaxV is 999 Euros (~$1092). It is available from MediaMarkt and Saturn, among others.
Transparency
The present review sample was made available to the author as a loan by the manufacturer or a shop for the purposes of review. The lender had no influence on this review, nor did the manufacturer receive a copy of this review before publication. There was no obligation to publish this review.
