ZDNET’s Key Takeaways
- The Roborock Saros 10R is available for $1,600
- This new robot vacuum and mop combination navigates complex areas and quietly vacuums, with a good mopping feature that reaches along the edges to not miss a spot
- The Saros 10R’s mirrored dock looks great, but the water tank is relatively small, lasting only a few cleanings, and the rotating mop pads aren’t as effective as roller mops, which are becoming more commonplace
Introduction
I’ve tested many robot vacuums and began my journey into the market over six years ago with an entry-level Roborock vacuum and mop. While that simple robot vacuum was a far cry from the flagship models available today, getting a robot to sweep and mop my floor was a game-changer for me and the company behind the device, Roborock. Fast forward to today and the Roborock Saros 10R is another game-changer for the company.
Setting Up the Robot
Setting up the Roborock Saros 10R is easy enough. The robot quickly paired with the Roborock app and the dock is heavy but easy to maneuver. The initial mapping run took only 11 minutes to map 742 square feet; the same area took my Roomba Combo 10 Max 84 minutes to map.
Performance
The robot gracefully and quietly vacuums, even with its 22,000Pa of suction power set to the highest setting, and maneuvers around furniture and obstacles easily. I’ve run the device daily, and it’s only gotten its brush roller caught three times: once with a one-inch tall penguin toy and twice with a kids’ rubber bracelet. Otherwise, the robot is good at avoiding socks, wipes, and small toys too big to get suctioned into its dustbin.
Mopping Feature
The Roborock Saros 10R has an extendable mop pad that cleans along edges. Out of all the robots I’ve tested, the Saros 10R is the one that has best avoided charging cables on the floor. I set up this robot upstairs, where I’ve rarely been able to keep a robot vacuum running on a schedule because of how many messes my kids leave in their rooms and mine.
Conclusion
The Roborock Saros 10R is perfect for homes with complex layouts or fast-changing environments. Whether you have kids who constantly leave toys around, a housemate who leaves charging cables everywhere they sit, or a spouse who takes off their socks wherever they are, the Saros 10R can handle these challenges on the fly and adjust its path accordingly.
FAQs
Q: How much does the Roborock Saros 10R cost?
A: The Roborock Saros 10R is available for $1,600.
Q: How well does the robot vacuum and mop combination perform?
A: The robot quietly vacuums and navigates complex areas, with a good mopping feature that reaches along the edges to not miss a spot.
Q: What are the limitations of the water tank and mop pads?
A: The water tank is relatively small, lasting only a few cleanings, and the rotating mop pads aren’t as effective as roller mops, which are becoming more commonplace.
