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Tired of regularly walking around the house, dragging a bulky and noisy vacuum cleaner? There is a modern solution that will simplify cleaning and reduce the time you are used to spending on it. We are, of course, talking about a robot vacuum cleaner. Their range is huge - putting aside the Chinese “no-name” and ultra-expensive innovative equipment, it is reasonable to focus on Xiaomi devices. The company has achieved good results in this segment, offering consumers effective robots at reasonable prices. But how to choose the best model from Xiaomi in 2021? We have prepared for you a detailed top 10 with reviews of the main characteristics of these electronic assistants.
Features of Xiaomi vacuum cleaners with wet cleaning capabilities
It is worth noting! Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners for wet cleaning boast a large list of features and positive characteristics.
Among the variety of devices for cleaning floor coverings, such functional devices stand out, which is what attracts buyers.
The main advantages of robotic devices are the following points:
- work with any floor coverings;
- possibility of zone cleaning;
- optimal volume of the dust collector;
- convenient control from a smartphone;
- light weight and compact size;
- interesting design;
- ease of maintenance;
- available consumables;
- long service life.
TOP 10 robot vacuum cleaners + their comparison
In total, out of 25, there are 10 robots left that can be considered the most interesting to buy.
Now we will compare the best Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners by characteristics and functions so that you can clearly analyze the difference between them. We have selected only the most basic parameters that affect the quality of cleaning and ease of use of robots.
Considering all this information and personal experience testing most robots, here is what our ranking of the best Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaners of 2021 looks like:
- Roborock S6 MaxV – better features and better navigation.
- Roborock S5 Max is optimal in terms of characteristics and functions.
- Mijia LDS is optimal in terms of functionality and price.
- Dreame F9 is the best for small spaces (if wet cleaning is needed).
- Roborock E4 is the best for small spaces (if wet cleaning is not so necessary).
- Mijia 1C is optimal in price and functionality for a small budget, for small spaces.
- Viomi V3 is the best wet cleaning.
- Xiaomi 1S is the best for cleaning large areas if wet cleaning is not needed.
- Roborock S6 Pure is an analogue of Roborock S5 Max, if wet cleaning is not so important.
- Mijia G1 is the most budget-friendly in the line, only for small areas.
Of course, S6 MaxV is the best Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaner in 2020, because... Not only is it equipped with all possible functions, but most importantly, thanks to the camera, it does not get tangled in wires, will not chew on your socks when cleaning, and will not smear pet waste products. In principle, it is difficult to disable it during cleaning if there are some items left on the floor that have not been removed. Therefore, of course, if we are talking about the best Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaner, it is the S6 MaxV. It even beat other companies' flagships in our detailed test.
Roborock S6 MaxV
But the S5 Max, at a much lower cost, is practically not inferior in quality of cleaning and functionality. Therefore, if an active camera for navigation and identifying objects on the floor is not an important option for you, I recommend choosing its predecessor. By the way, we compared Roborock S5 Max and S6 MaxV in detail and in terms of cleaning quality they are absolutely the same despite the difference in suction power. These are the two most advanced Xiaomi robots at the end of November 2021.
Roborock S5 Max
The Mijia LDS is in many ways not inferior to the S5 Max, the difference here is mainly in the build quality and design of the brushes, which are better in the Roborock line, as well as the total volume of the dust collector and water tank. For LDS they are combined in one container, while for Roborock S5 Max these are two separate tanks installed in the robot from different sides. This is an important advantage of the robot. But there is a difference in price, so if your budget does not allow you to choose the S5 Max, Mijia LDS will be an excellent alternative at a cost of 30% less.
Mijia LDS
Dreame F9 actually differs from Mijia 1C only in a more powerful battery, which increases the operating time, as well as the function of zoning the room into rooms. And it is very important and allows you to set up cleaning in individual rooms at different times and days of the week. With a small difference in price, these are significant advantages of this model. Although if they are not so important for you, for example, if you choose a robot vacuum cleaner for a small area, then it makes sense to save a few thousand rubles and buy 1C. These robots look identical.
Xiaomi Mijia 1C
The Roborock E4 has worse navigation and worse wet cleaning, but it is built better and performs better during dry cleaning. But due to the fact that the robot does not build a map of the room and cannot set restricted zones, it is inferior to Dreame F9, although in the overall standings it is slightly better than 1C, namely in the quality of cleaning. Although in any case I recommend using the last 2 robots for cleaning small areas.
Roborock E4
Viomi V3 is also a very interesting robot, but it is practically no different from Mijia LDS, and the S5 Max wins only with a slightly better wet cleaning function, but in the overall standings this is not so important and, in principle, the build quality of Viomi, like Mijia, is inferior to Roborok. Therefore, this model can be more interesting only in some cases. Although in general the robot is very good for the money when compared with competitors from other companies.
Viomi V3
1S, with its relatively low cost for a robot with lidar, is an excellent option only for dry cleaning of large areas. Probably even the best in terms of price and functionality in the Xiaomi line at the time of compiling the rating.
Mi Robot 1S
The S6 Pure is only a couple of thousand rubles cheaper than the S5 Max, but the wet cleaning function is implemented much worse. Dry cleaning is at the same level. If you really want to save a little money, you can choose this option. The build quality and consumables themselves are the same, and this is important. But, again, if you only need dry cleaning, then it probably makes more sense to choose 1S and save a lot of money.
Roborock S6 Pure
Well, although G1 took part in this rating, there is no particular benefit in buying it. It builds a map with large errors, the functionality is weak, and the difference in price with the same 1C is only a couple of thousand rubles. It makes more sense to increase your budget a little and choose a robot with more accurate navigation and useful functions. But if you choose a robot vacuum cleaner for a small apartment or house and you don’t need additional functionality other than automatic cleaning, then there may be no point in overpaying for other robots. Moreover, if you come across a lucrative offer of about 10 thousand rubles. For that kind of money, this is the best robot vacuum cleaner in principle on the entire market.
Mijia G1
✔ TOTAL
Xiaomi never ceases to amaze its fans, and all those who love high-quality, and most importantly, smart home appliances.
In addition to the router, water purifiers and smart LED lamps, the smart home system has released a home assistant, which is designed to keep the house clean, and it can be controlled not only according to a schedule, but from a smartphone in any part of the world, you only need the Internet. What sets it apart from cheaper competitors such as Ilife vacuum cleaners? The answer here is unequivocal, smart cleaning (the robot vacuum cleaner, thanks to a four-core processor, 12 different sensors and a laser rangefinder, builds a floor plan of the apartment, marks the areas covered in its brain (ARM Alwinner chipset), thanks to the presence of ultrasonic and laser scanners, it can clean at a distance of 1 cm from the wall or obstacles.In addition, it has a very powerful motor with a suction power of 1800 Pascals, which is twice as much as many modern robotic vacuum cleaners, and a battery with a capacity of 5200 mAh, which allows it to clean the apartment for 2.5 hours, and if there is not enough charge, return to the base to recharge and then continue from where the robot stopped. Fully controlled from a proprietary mobile application, where you can see the entire path of the vacuum cleaner around the apartment, view the current status of work or the history of cleaning the apartment. The product was provided for writing a review by the store. The review was published in accordance with clause 18 of the Site Rules .
✔ PACKAGING AND EQUIPMENT
Arrived by courier from Nova Poshta. The epic with courier delivery of Nova Poshta had not yet begun, so they brought it home. But as you can see from the red tape, the parcel was opened at the NP.
Xiaomi did not make colorful white packaging, like for other new products, but made it in the spirit of their first packaging, from recycled cardboard.
Inside is another box with a drawing of a vacuum cleaner.
The thing is large and fragile, so it is protected from above and below by a thick foam “lid”.
The instructions were placed in a small recess in the lid.
Inside the instructions, like all the company's products, are all in Chinese.
Separately, there was a small insert with information that toilet paper, wires and a vase of flowers should be removed from the floor at the time of cleaning.
There is no need to worry about the safety of the vacuum cleaner; I am sure that the packaging will withstand the abuse of the movers.
A separate cardboard box contains a base for charging the vacuum cleaner.
Inside which is a cable and a device for cleaning the central brush
The “cleaner” is somewhat similar to the centipede heron.
At the end of the “beak” there is a small metal plate with a sharpened edge. It is very convenient for her to cut threads wound around the brush or long hair.
The charging base has two spring-loaded horizontal strips to charge the robot.
To store the cleaning device and unnecessary cable, there is a special compartment at the back of the base covered with a plastic cover.
The cable is covered with something like a soft touch, very pleasant to the touch. The plug, like most Xiaomi products, is not for our sockets; an adapter will be needed.
To prevent the base from slipping on the floor, corrugated rubber bands are glued to the bottom.
To prevent excess wire from interfering with cleaning, it can be wound inside the base and brought out on the left or right side.
conclusions
When choosing a washing robot vacuum cleaner from the Chinese company Xiaomi, you should consider that:
- The Mi Roborock Sweep One model is perfect for dry and wet cleaning of large rooms ;
- Xiaowa E202-00 model is worth a closer look for those who are looking for a budget but functional device ;
- Viomi Cleaning robot can quickly and effectively clean hard-to-reach areas ;
- For long-term cleaning of an apartment or house, a good option would be the Xiaowa Roborock E352-00 .
✔ WHAT'S INSIDE
I became curious how it works. I'll start with the base.
Manufacturing and installation are of excellent quality.
Power unit.
Back side.
The side brush has one feature: on the edge of the body there is a small brush that cleans the seat from dust and debris.
Remove the central brush and unscrew all the screws.
Remove the plastic cover under which the battery and microUSB port are located.
Battery capacity 5200 mAh.
Inside there is an assembly of 18650 Li-Ion batteries.
On the back there is a speaker, contacts for charging and an air outlet covered with a small foam rubber.
Height sensors.
Shock sensor.
Wall distance sensor.
Almost all components of the vacuum cleaner are modular. In case of failure, it is quite easy to replace; we simply insert a new module in place of the failed one.
Here is the chassis module.
One of the sensors in the wheel.
Part of the chassis suspension.
Robot without chassis.
We also remove the main brush drive using a separate module.
The wires are not only soldered to the motor, but also shrink-wrapped.
Separate module - side brush
Motor characteristics.
Top cover.
I was frankly afraid to remove the laser rangefinder, so as not to disrupt its operation.
Control button module.
According to official information, three processors process the information received from the sensors and build an optimal map for cleaning.
Turbine.
The main board of the robot in more detail.
Ultrasonic radar.
In disassembled condition.
