Honestly, I never thought I needed a robot vacuum this much. But everything changed when I got a pug. Who could imagine that such a tiny creature sheds like three German Shepherds at once? The hair gets everywhere: on the floor, carpets, under the bed, on my black jeans, even in the food bowl (how?!).
I also work full-time and often leave home during the day, so cleaning daily is just unrealistic. A few times I caught myself looking at my regular vacuum cleaner standing in the corner like a piece of décor while my carpet looked like a furry rug. So the choice was: either I buy a robot vacuum or I move out and let the pug have the apartment…
I made myself a cup of coffee and fell into the abyss of reviews, tests, comparisons, and YouTube videos. Basically, I conducted a mini-research project — and now I’m sharing it with you in case you're going through the same struggle.
How I chose a robot vacuum — I focused on:
- Suction power & cleaning type (dry or dry + wet)
- Navigation/LiDAR (chaotic bumping vs. proper mapping)
- Whether it handles pet hair & carpets (my personal trigger)
- Ratings & user reviews (mostly on AliExpress + YouTube tests)
All models below are from AliExpress — they turned out much cheaper (yes, I compared prices too). So, here we go:
⭐ Top Robot Vacuums on AliExpress
For convenience, I split them into two categories: Budget and Mid-range,
and also highlighted models suitable for pets, carpets, and wet cleaning.
💸 Budget Models (Up to 350$)
Usually these are for: simple layouts, minimal furniture, light pet hair, 1–2 rooms.
1. Roborock Q8 Max — what I bought
➡️ If you need a budget LiDAR robot with max functionality.
Why I liked it:
- Builds routes logically, doesn’t bump into furniture
- Great on hard floors and pet hair
- Has wet mopping
- Maps up to 60 m² quickly and divides areas
- Climbs small thresholds
Great for: apartments without carpets or with low-pile ones
Cons: bin fills fast with heavy shedding,a bit loud, needs accessories purchased separately
📌 Grab it with a coupon!
2. ILife A12 — Best low-budget daily cleaner
➡️ When price is low but daily cleaning is needed.
Pros:
- 35W — good for carpets
- Wet cleaning (rare for this budget)
- Detects carpets
- Picks up pet hair surprisingly well
- Cons: wet/dry cleaning is basic, suitable for maintaining cleanliness rather than deep cleaning.
3. Abir K30
Type: robot vacuum + wet mopping
Specs:
- Supports wet & dry cleaning
- Laser navigation
- Auto-dustbin models available
- ~6500 Pa suction
- Up to 240 min runtime
Pros:
- Versatile (vacuum + mop)
- LiDAR = fewer random movements
- Large dustbin + auto-emptying base
- Looks stylish
Cons:
- Not ideal for very hairy pets or thick carpets
- Suction weaker than “top-tier” models
Best for:
- Medium-sized apartments
- People who need wet cleaning regularly
- Light–moderate pet hair, few carpets
4. Laresar P10
Type: dry + wet
Specs:
- Suction up to 13,000 Pa
- 5200 mAh battery (up to 300 min)
- Smart navigation
- 570 ml dustbin / 235 ml water tank
Pros:
- Powerful for its price — perfect for hair
- Great runtime
- Good mapping
- Works well in large apartments
- Cons: silicone brush, carpets with super-deep pile may need more power.
Best for:
- Homes with pets
- Mixed flooring
- Large areas
💸 Mid-Range Models (up to 1000$)
Optimal performance + features + power.
1. Xiaomi Miija 5 pro — premium all-in-one 2025 model
Why it’s great:
- Dual rotating mop plates that lift on carpets
- LiDAR + multi-floor maps
- Self-washing base that cleans the mop pads
- Fast and quiet
- 1 bag lasts a month
Perfect for:
- Medium/large apartments (80 m²+)
- Mixed surfaces
- Pet owners
- Those who want a “set it and forget it” robot
Cons: higher price; tall body; features differ by region.
2. Dreame L10 — the carpet & pet hair beast
Why it’s great:
- ~10,000 Pa suction
- Dual roller + Sonic Mopping
- LiDAR + 3D obstacle detection
- Auto-cleaning base
Best for:
- Carpets
- Heavy shedding pets
- Reliable brand fans
Cons:
- White robot + black dock
- Dustbin + water tank combined into one module
- Slightly weaker on very thick carpets
- BuyOnline store: AliExpressКомбинированный робот-пылесос и швабра Dreame L10s Ultra, автоматическая уборка и сушка, всасывание 5300 Па и AI-навигация, совместимая с Alexa6108.8 CNY
3. Dreame X20 — designed for pet hair
Why it’s great:
- 13,000 Pa suction
- HyperStream DuoBrush for pet hair
- 5 L automatic dust bag (up to 150 days)
- Wet cleaning available
Great for: pet owners, mixed floors, minimal manual maintenance
Cons: premium price; fluffy carpets may require extra passes.
💡 My Personal Conclusion
After all the fur under the bed, dozens of reviews, and a mild identity crisis, I came to one honest conclusion:
📌 If you have a pet, a robot vacuum isn’t a luxury — it’s mental health support.
If I were choosing right now:
👉 Roborock Q8 MAX — for full automation
But it was over my budget, so I bought Roborock Q8 Max (or 7 really), and for now — no regrets!
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