Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
VERDICT
If you want to automate your chores, this is the ultimate smart home device. Roborock has perfected the "hands-off" experience. With 10,000 Pa suction power and a camera that recognizes pet waste (and avoids it!), it navigates your home better than a human. The new corner-cleaning arm makes it the undisputed king of robot vacuums.
The Big Picture
A true smart home shouldn't require you to rescue your robot every 5 minutes. The S8 MaxV Ultra uses "Reactive AI 2.0" to identify shoes, cables, and pets instantly. It even has a built-in voice assistant ("Hello Rocky") that works offline, so you can command it without needing Wi-Fi or Alexa.
🦾 FlexiArm Design
The Innovation: Reaching the unreachable.
Performance: When the robot detects a corner or a wall edge, a mechanical side brush extends outward to sweep debris that other round robots miss. It ensures 100% coverage of your smart home floors.
🚿 Hot Water Mop Washing
Hygiene first.
Function: The dock washes the mop pads with 60°C (140°F) hot water to remove oil and bacteria, then dries them with warm air to prevent mold smells. It’s a self-sustaining cleaning system.
✅ The Pros
- Suction: Insane 10,000 Pa power lifts dirt from deep carpets.
- Video Call: You can use the robot's camera to check on your pets remotely.
- App: The Roborock app is the most stable in the smart home industry.
❌ The Cons
- Price: Extremely expensive ($1,800).
- Size: The dock is huge and requires significant floor space.