Roborock vs Eufy robot vacuums

How the two ranges line up

Both brands have three broad tiers. At the entry level are robots with a simple charging or auto-empty base, such as the Roborock Q7 BF (lidar, 325 ml bin) and the Eufy C10 (point laser navigation, 4,000 Pa, a 3 litre dust bag in the base). In the middle are twin-mop robots with all-in-one docks: the Roborock Qrevo 5AE and the Eufy X10 Pro Omni. At the top are robots with extra tricks: the slim Roborock Saros 10R and the Eufy Omni S1 Pro with its roller mop.

This article focuses on the mid and upper tiers, where most buyers of a vacuum and mop combo land. For the full line-ups, see Roborock models compared and Eufy robot vacuums compared.

Spec table from the listings

Figures below are taken from the Amazon UK listings. Where a listing does not state a robot height, the cell says so; check the maker's spec sheet before relying on a gap under furniture.

Navigation and obstacle avoidance

All four models map with lidar or a laser system, so they plan rows rather than bumping about at random, and they can map in a dark room. The differences show up in how they handle clutter on the floor.

The Qrevo 5AE uses structured light, which projects a light pattern to judge the shape of objects such as cables and chair legs. The Eufy X10 Pro Omni listing says it can identify over 100 object types, even at night, and the S1 Pro pairs binocular infrared with an RGB camera. Camera-based recognition can tell a sock from a shoe; it also means a camera is on board, so check the privacy settings in the app. Our lidar vs camera article explains the trade-off, and the best robot vacuum with obstacle avoidance guide ranks models for cluttered homes.

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Mops and docks

In the mid tier, the two brands are very close. Both the Qrevo 5AE and the X10 Pro Omni use twin spinning mop pads that lift when the robot finds carpet: 10 mm on the Roborock and 12 mm on the Eufy, per the listings. Both docks empty the bin, wash the mops and dry them with warm air. Eufy quotes 45°C drying air and a 3 litre clean water tank on the X10 Pro Omni; Roborock quotes automatic refilling for runs of over 330 m².

The Eufy Omni S1 Pro takes a different route with a roller mop that is rinsed with fresh water as it turns, so the robot is not pushing a dirty pad around. Its 10-in-1 station also handles detergent dispensing. The Saros 10R keeps the rotating mop layout but adds a FlexiArm that swings out for edges.

If you are not sure which mop style suits your floors, the figure below compares them, and our best robot mop for hardwood floors guide covers sealed wood in particular.

Heights, thresholds and fitting it in

Height is where Roborock's Saros line stands out: about 8 cm according to its listing, which helps under low sofas and beds. The Saros 10R's AdaptiLift chassis is also listed as climbing thresholds up to about 4 cm. Eufy's slim option is the budget C10 at 2.85 inches (about 7.2 cm), though it has no mop.

For the other models, the listings give dock dimensions rather than robot heights, and lidar turrets usually add height. Get the full robot height from the maker's spec sheet and test it against your furniture with the clearance check. Also think about the dock: the S1 Pro station is listed at 73.8 cm wide, much wider than the others, so measure your space.

Who should buy which

Both brands use 2.4GHz Wi-Fi on many models (Eufy's listings say 5GHz is not supported), so check your router settings before setup.

• Mostly hard floors, mid budget: either the Roborock Qrevo 5AE (higher quoted suction) or the Eufy X10 Pro Omni (object recognition). Both wash and dry their mops.
• Low furniture and high thresholds: Roborock Saros 10R.
• Kitchen spills and sticky floors: Eufy Omni S1 Pro, for its self-rinsing roller mop, if you have room for its wide station.
• Small flat, vacuum only: Eufy C10 or Roborock Q7 BF.

Frequently asked questions

Is Eufy as good as Roborock? At the mid tier the two are closely matched on mops and docks. Roborock generally quotes higher suction, while Eufy leans on camera-based object recognition and roller mops at the top end.

Do Roborock robots have cameras? Some do and some do not. The Qrevo 5AE listing describes lidar and structured light sensors rather than a camera. Check the spec for any specific model if you prefer no camera.

Which brand is better for pet hair? Both list anti-tangle brushes: Roborock's floating rubber brush and Eufy's detangling comb or DuoSpiral brushes. For more, see our best robot vacuum for pet hair guide.

Can I use Eufy or Roborock with Alexa? Both apps link to voice assistants on many models. The Eufy X10 Pro Omni listing names Alexa and Google Assistant; check the listing or app for your model.