The Ultra-Smart Home Cleaner Roborock S8 Pro Is Now 41% Off
The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra features a comprehensive docking station known as RockDock Ultra, a one-stop solution that allows you to do everything from emptying the trash can to washing and drying the mop and even refilling the water tank. Its built-in hot air mop dryer will help get rid of mold and odors, and additional notable features include a dual roller brush system and a Dynamic Lift mode that automatically detects carpeted areas and adjusts cleaning settings accordingly. Right now, it’s on sale for $949.99, which is 41% off its original price of $1,599.99.
It has three main cleaning modes: mop, vacuum cleaner, and vacuum cleaner and mop together. Customization mode allows you to independently set the mode, suction power and cleaning intensity for each room represented on your card. Obstacle recognition in the S8 Pro Ultra is based on 3D light and infrared imaging technology, which Roborock calls “Reactive 3D Obstacle Avoidance.” This feature allows the robot to identify and navigate around various objects (up to 42 different types), including pet toys. You can save up to four maps, and depending on the location of the smart cleaner, it will automatically switch between them to clean multiple rooms or multiple floors. However, mastering the app’s extensive cleaning customization options can take some time and patience, so be prepared to refer back to the guide several times.
The S8 Pro Ultra allows you to control the device through its app or voice commands through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Roborock claims the S8 Pro Ultra can run for up to 180 minutes in quiet mode and takes around four hours to fully charge. According to PCMag’s review , the S8 Pro Ultra covers ground quickly, taking about an hour to vacuum and mop a 1,000-square-foot area, using up about half the battery.
Compared to its competitors, the S8 Pro Ultra lacks some bells and whistles, such as a built-in voice assistant and security camera functions. If you’re the type who likes to check on your home remotely using a smart vacuum cleaner, you might want to consider the Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni , which is currently priced at $740.29, which is 52% off its regular price of $1,549.99 USA. The main downside of the S8 Pro Ultra, aside from the lack of remote monitoring, is that its mop mount isn’t removable, which can make replacing the mop cloth difficult. Additionally, if you have hardwood or laminate floors, it is recommended that you turn on the “Clean along the direction of the floor” setting in the app to avoid scratches.