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China is the birthplace of most robotic vacuum cleaners on the market. Many models are very similar to each other, both in characteristics and design. I compiled this rating to help sort out all the little details. The ranking of the best Chinese vacuum cleaner robots in 2022 is based on my experience, customer reviews and reviews of other sites. For convenience, the rating is divided into 3 parts. The first presents the most expensive and advanced models, the second – the “golden mean” and the third – state employees worthy of attention in 2022. I hope that the work I have done will make it much easier for you to choose a particular model.

I would like to draw your attention to the fact that after the growth of the dollar in 2022, the prices for aliexpress increased. And they have grown not commensurate with the dollar. Robots that cost 20,000 rubles in China now cost more than 30,000 rubles. Therefore, I have compiled a rating of the best robot vacuum cleaners, but so far the prices are “inadequate” in nature – I recommend buying a robot vacuum cleaner in the Russian Federation.

Table of participants in the ranking of the best Chinese robot vacuum cleaners according to customer reviews in 2022

Premium class

A feature of the premium class representatives is excellent navigation, most often built on the basis of lidar and a group of IR sensors. Advanced mapping of such devices allows using them in several rooms and even floors, specifying cleaning zones and forbidden places directly from the application.

1st place – Xiaomi Roborock S6

The flagship in the Xiaomi line, supplied to the European market in 3 colors – white, gray, black. The form factor is classic. It is designed for dry and wet cleaning of almost any surface – only high-pile carpets are a problem for it. Suction power 2000 Pa. Autonomy – up to 2 hours, or 250 m2. It navigates in space with the help of lidar and many IR sensors, altitude difference sensors, a gyroscope – one of the best navigation robots. Able to build cards and save them up to 3 pieces. Using the MiHome application, the user can mark restricted areas on them, set virtual boundaries and use the function of cleaning one room or even part of it. Additionally, you can schedule the date and time of cleaning in different rooms. The model is as automated as possible – it changes the suction power, depending on the type of surface to be cleaned, regulates the degree of wetting of the rag during wet cleaning, and stops the water supply at the end of the work. Supports voice control and smart home integration

• Quiet operation – upgraded motor and innovative noise reduction system;
• Disposable rags for wet cleaning (10 pieces in a set).

The price is 39,000 rubles.

The best model on the market in terms of price / quality ratio. This is evidenced by the high rating and 92% of recommendations on the Yandex market. Most vacuum cleaners with similar functionality are more expensive, so I consider the choice of Xiaomi Roborock S6 as rational as possible. If there is a need to save money, but you want to buy a vacuum cleaner from the premium segment, with advanced functionality, I advise you to pay attention to Xiaomi S6 pure and Proscenic M7 Pro.

2nd place – Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo 960

Designed for simultaneous dry and wet cleaning. Navigation and cartography are built on the basis of Smart Navi.3.0 laser technology. Thanks to lidar and a camera built into the front bumper, the vacuum cleaner is perfectly oriented in space:

• Bypasses even the smallest obstacles, including wires, socks and laces;
• Increases power when cleaning carpets;
• Stops the water supply when driving on the carpet during wet cleaning.
• It builds an accurate map of the premises with further flexibility through the application on a smartphone – the installation of virtual walls, restricted areas, cleaning in the specified rooms, including according to the schedule.

For cleaning large debris, hair and animal hair, a direct suction nozzle is provided. For carpets, it is better to use a V-shaped turbo brush. Without recharging, the vacuum cleaner can work for about 1.5 hours. Managed from a smartphone or using voice assistants Google Assistant and Amazon Echo. The design is classic – a black washer made of high-quality plastic with a lidar protruding upwards. The price is 55,000 rubles.

In terms of cleaning quality, it bypasses competitors due to the possibility of working without a brush. Direct suction is relevant for cleaning hair and wool – a big plus for pet owners. The manufacturer has a simpler Deebot Ozmo 950 model, which costs the same as the rating leader. Ecovacs, like iRobot, occupy their niche, they have their own branded chips, but is it worth the overpayment of 10-15k compared to their competitors? For me, this is still the main question. The robot is good, I recommend to buy.

3rd place – 360 S7

Vacuum cleaner from the Chinese company 360 for simultaneous dry and wet cleaning. Outwardly similar to Xiaomi Roborock S6. The white version differs only in orange edging, the company logo on the lidar tower and a different arrangement of buttons. A black version is also available. In terms of functionality, it is also not inferior to the leader of the rating – it builds a fairly accurate map of the premises, allows you to divide it into zones in a mobile application, set prohibited areas, send yourself for cleaning to a place specified by the user, and draw up a work schedule. The only drawback is that you cannot draw virtual walls – only rectangles (zones). Suction power adjustable up to 2000 Pa. Autonomy up to 2 hours. Support for Amazon Alexa and Tmall Wizard voice assistants. The price is 32,000 rubles.

Given the low cost and good functionality, the model is worthy of attention. But it is worth considering that if any problems arise, there will be nowhere to turn with them – the company does not provide service support in the Russian Federation. Also, there are no spare parts included. The need to purchase them that arose after some time will cut the savings when buying the robot itself. Add to this problems with Russification, and it might be worth looking at Xiaomi Roborock S6 or S6 Pure. As a result, until the price drops to 25,000 rubles, which it was before the pandemic, the purchase is very doubtful.

4th place – Proscenic M7 Pro

A vacuum cleaner that can compete with Xiaomi Roborock S6. Even more powerful (2700 Pa), activates the turbo mode on the carpet, works up to 2.5 hours without recharging. High quality wet cleaning is achieved due to the Y-shaped movement, which imitates the movement of a mop. Moreover, Proscenic adopted the idea of ​​disposable wet cleaning wipes from Xiaomi, there are 10 of them in a set. In addition to them, there are 2 familiar ones made of microfiber. In terms of navigation and cartography, based on lidar, Proscenic M7 Pro is also not inferior to the leader of the rating – the compiled map of the premises can be zoned using the application with the installation of prohibited and priority zones, the ability to plan robots in different rooms. There is also voice control via Alexa and Google Assistant and remote control. The feature of the model is self-cleaning support. Debris from the dust collector of the vacuum cleaner, when installed on the docking station, is removed into a dust bag, much larger, installed at the top of the base. It is disposable, so it is enough for the user to change it once a month or less, depending on the intensity of use of the vacuum cleaner and the pollution of the apartment. True function is offered optionally. You will have to separately buy an accessory for the docking station, which will cost about 10,000 rubles. The vacuum cleaner itself costs 30,000 rubles and can work fine even without self-cleaning, given that the volume of the built-in dust collector is 0.6 liters. – more than all competitors above.

The model is new and does not yet have many user reviews on Aliexpress, those that are, they are all positive. If you look at the specifications declared by the manufacturer, and they are very interesting, especially considering the price. From the point of view of the price / technical capabilities ratio, the Proscenic M7 Pro looks very attractive.

5th place – ABIR X8

The senior vacuum cleaner, in a model range of the ABIR company. Outwardly, it differs from its predecessors (X5 and X6) only in the protruding lidar tower, due to which the height increased by 2.5 cm. Otherwise, the corporate design is completely repeated – black plastic and a pattern on the top panel. In addition to lidar, it uses a built-in camera and numerous IR sensors for orientation in space. The result is an accurate room map that is saved and used in subsequent cycles. The user has access to the selection of restricted areas, the installation of a virtual wall, cleaning in a specified place, and work planning. He can also select the suction power, the degree of moistening of the wet cleaning wipes, the type of cleaning (automatic, spot, around the perimeter) and control the movements of the robot manually. Unlike the previous participants in the rating, this model is not capable of carrying out dry and wet cleaning at the same time – you need to change the container. But the water container is larger in volume – 0.36 liters. The maximum suction power is 2,500 Pa. Autonomy – up to 2 hours. Control from a smartphone, remote control or using voice assistants Google Home and Alexa Price 26,000 rubles.

ABIR has proven itself well in the market with previous models, and the X8 today has a 4.9/5 rating on Aliexpress. For 26,000 rubles – I safely recommend it for purchase. Hopefully, in the future, the price will drop below 25,000 rubles. Especially during sales periods in China. For this price, getting a premium vacuum cleaner is a great option.

Middle class

Most middle-class models are well oriented in space thanks to lidar or gyroscope, build accurate maps of the room, and are controlled from a smartphone. The features of the application are reduced compared to the premium segment, although there are models in this section of the rating that can compete with those presented above at a lower price.

1st place – Xiaomi Mijia LDS Vacuum Cleaner

A novelty of the end of last year, which has already managed to occupy the tops of sales. In terms of functionality, it is not inferior to fellows from the premium segment. Perfectly orientated in space thanks to lidar and 12 different IR sensors, saves several maps, has flexible control from a smartphone, including zoning and work planning, manual adjustment of the power and moisture content of the wipe, setting restricted areas and virtual walls. Voice control is also available through Xiao AI Speraker and Yandex Alice. Fast data processing is provided by a powerful technical stuffing – a Cortex A7 processor and a dual-core Mali400 graphics module.

The quality of cleaning is guaranteed by the high suction power of 2,100 Pa. Wet cleaning is carried out in a Y-shaped trajectory, which improves its quality compared to competitors. It is also worth noting the interesting decision of the manufacturer to combine it with dry. For this, a special double container is provided. One part of it is filled with water, the second serves to collect dust, a napkin is attached from below. If you need to carry out exclusively dry cleaning, you can use the standard dust collector in the kit. Thus, it was possible to save a large volume of the dust collector and make it possible to carry out complex, simultaneous cleaning of the premises. Autonomy is within 100-120 minutes. The price is 22,000 rubles.

A very good vacuum cleaner, in terms of functionality and cleaning quality, on a par with the top Xiaomi Roborock S6. At the same time, the price tag is almost twice less. The reason is that the vacuum cleaner is focused on the domestic market, it is officially sold only in China. In our country, there is a risk of buying a fake, and the difficulties with software (the need to register it through Chinese servers, the unavailability of any notification language other than Chinese) do not add optimism to inexperienced users. Nevertheless, if you are ready to cope with these tasks, I definitely recommend this model as the best in the price range up to 25,000 rubles. 96% of Yandex market users agree with me.

2nd place – Genio Navi N600

New from Genio in 2020. As it is not difficult to see, it is very similar to the Abir X6. Then the reasonable question is, what is he doing here? The answer is simple enough. The price in the Russian Federation is 22-24 thousand rubles. The overpayment in comparison with the Chinese counterpart is minimal. Without sales, the same Abir costs around 20 thousand rubles.

What do we get by paying a little more? The first is the goods in the Russian Federation, there is no need to wait. The second is full Russification of both applications and voice acting. The third is warranty service on the territory of the Russian Federation. I am sure these factors will be 100% enough to justify the price they ask for the robot.

By equipping the robot – some pluses. By the way, one of the models sold in China. I am sure at this price, sales in the Russian Federation will not be long in coming. The robot is equipped with a powerful motor with high suction power – up to 2500Pa. Dry and wet cleaning is performed alternately, and this is a plus. Smartphone control – adjusting the suction power, the intensity of moistening the wipes, setting up virtual walls and assigning a cleaning area. It also provides control from the remote control and using voice assistants Google Home and Alexa. In addition, according to the manufacturer, the model is able to automatically adjust the suction power and intensity of wetting the wipes depending on the type of surface to be cleaned. Navigation is built on the basis of a long-focus camera built into the body. Autonomy up to 2 hours.

3rd place – ILIFE a9s

The best in the ranking in terms of design, in my opinion. Made in the style of a vinyl record, the edges and center of the upper part are silver, and the main body of the body is black. Capable of alternating dry and wet cleaning up to two hours on a single charge.

Peculiarities:

• The kit includes 2 brushes – the usual V-shaped bristly and rubber. The first is more appropriate to use for cleaning carpets, the second for hard surfaces;
• The movable base of the turbo brush for the most snug fit to the surface;
• The design of the block for wet cleaning. During operation, it vibrates, imitating the movement of human hands. The speed of vibrations may vary depending on the degree of contamination of the surface to be cleaned;
• Proprietary navigation system Pano View, which combines the collection of data from the camera, gyroscope and powerful processors for processing data when building a map of the room;
• Two side brushes – in this segment, this is always a plus for the quality of cleaning;
• Dimensions. The height of only 7.6 cm will allow it to clean up in hard-to-reach places.

The vacuum cleaner is controlled from the remote control or from a smartphone. The application has limited functionality compared to competitors. The user can start the assistant, select a mode, view the map, schedule cleaning, view the history and technical condition of the device. But the installation of virtual walls, cleaning in individual rooms and areas are not available. But there is a virtual price in the kit, which solves this problem. The price is 21,000 rubles.

I personally used this model for about a year. Left a positive impression. Removes really high quality, builds a map. Wet cleaning at a decent level thanks to the movable block. In terms of wet cleaning, it bypasses the leader from Xiaomi. I can not unequivocally say which robot I would choose from among them now. 100% a9s worth the money, especially during the sales period.

4th place – 360 S6

The robot from the Chinese manufacturer, which is similar in design to the Xiaomi Roborock S6, is available in white and black colors. Navigation based on lidar and many IR sensors. Builds a map accurately, can store several plans in memory. Controlled from a smartphone. In terms of functionality, the application is not inferior to the leader of this section of the rating – flexible setting of the cleaning area, planning, viewing the history and information about the technical condition of the robot, selecting a mode. Slightly inferior to competitors higher in suction power – a maximum of 1800 Pa, in standard mode 1200-1500 Pa. The presence of Carpet Boost technology is noteworthy – an increase in suction power when driving on carpets. The turbo brush of this vacuum cleaner is noticeably shorter than that of competitors. Thus, the manufacturer has maintained a relatively high suction power, while reducing the area processed by the robot in 1 pass – under equal conditions, it will spend a little more time cleaning than competitors. Nevertheless, the battery capacity reserve is enough for 90-120 minutes, depending on the mode – enough for an average apartment. The price is 28,000 rubles.

Decent vacuum cleaner from a well-known manufacturer. Can be used to clean multiple floors. At the same time, it is inferior to competitors in terms of suction power and size of the turbo brush, being the most expensive in this section of the rating. My advice, choose ilife a9s or Xiaomi Mijia LDS Vacuum Cleaner. Or add 3-5 thousand and buy Xiaomi S6 Pure with global firmware.

5th place – Ecovacs DeeBot OZMO 900

In terms of functionality, it can give a worthy rebuff to premium segment models:

• simultaneous dry and wet cleaning;
• laser navigation system Smart Navi 3.0 based on lidar,
• work planning;
• electronic adjustment of suction power and the degree of wetting of the napkin;
• cartography, identification of priority and restricted areas. The DEEBOT 900 package also includes a virtual wall – an infrequent occurrence for top-end robots with the ability to restrict movement through the application.

Feature – modular design. For large debris, pet hair and hair, you can use the direct suction nozzle without the turbo brush. Remote control or smartphone app. Autonomy – up to 90 minutes. The price is 23,000 rubles.

Vacuum cleaner at an attractive price with an excellent set of functions. The identified deficiencies are non-critical.

Budget robots

Despite the low cost, they cope with the main task no worse than expensive counterparts. They are distinguished by simple equipment, mediocre cartography, or its absence, and modest functionality of the mobile application. Some models are completely controlled only from the remote control. On the other hand, ease of operation for someone can be a significant advantage, especially considering the savings, up to 20,000 rubles.

1st place – Xiaomi Mijia 1C Sweeping Vacuum Cleaner

Despite the fact that this model belongs to the budget segment, it can compete in many ways with competitors from the middle and even premium class. Dry and wet cleaning. Suction power 2500 Pa adjustable. The dampening of the napkin is also adjustable. Cleans all hard surfaces and low to medium pile carpets. Navigation based on camera and gyroscope, cleaning planning, installation of virtual walls in the application. It is inferior to more expensive competitors only in terms of autonomy – 60-90 minutes, and the functionality of the application – zoning is not provided, the installation of restricted priority zones. The price is 18,500 rubles.

90% of Yandex market users recommend this model and I join them. One of the few state employees equipped with a camera that builds an accurate map of the room, has impressive suction power and the ability to wet cleaning. Not suitable except for large houses – there will be a lack of battery capacity. Based on the feedback of some users, I recommend not to update the software temporarily. Recent updates provided flexible map management. Experimental features have been disabled for now due to user complaints about vacuum cleaners not working after the update.

2nd place – ILIFE V8s

The rating continues with the budget model with the largest dust collector (0.75 l). It is designed for alternating dry and wet cleaning of any surfaces, but it does mediocre cleaning of carpets, due to the lack of a turbo brush. It has a minimum set of functions that can be controlled using the remote control:

• mode selection (manual, zigzag, automatic, perimeter, spot),
• adjustment of suction power, degree of humidification;
• setting up an individual schedule.

Technologies applied:

• i-Dropping – uniform wetting of the napkin during wet cleaning;
• i-Move, remembering the already cleared area to avoid re-treatment to save battery power.

Autonomy up to 2 hours. The model looks more expensive than it costs – a black case with a silver front cover and an LCD display that displays the time and current mode of operation. There are also control buttons that almost 100% duplicate the capabilities of the remote control. The price is 15,000 rubles.

I recommend following the prices of this manufacturer, on March 8 there was a sale and this model was sold for 13,000 rubles, which is very acceptable. If we talk about the iLife manufacturer in general, it shows itself perfectly in the budget segment, making high-quality robots at low prices. Most of the positive reviews on aliexpress confirm my words. I advise you to pay attention also to the models V7s, V55 Pro, A8 of the same manufacturer. Almost all iLife models are top sellers in China. iLife A8 model with camera-based navigation, like the next ABIR X6.

3rd place – ABIR X6

One of the most popular vacuum cleaners on Aliexpress. High suction power – up to 2500 Pa. Dry and wet cleaning, though alternately. Smartphone control – adjusting the suction power, the intensity of moistening the wipes, setting up virtual walls and assigning a cleaning area. It also provides control from the remote control and using voice assistants Google Home and Alexa. In addition, according to the manufacturer, the model is able to automatically adjust the suction power and intensity of wetting the wipes depending on the type of surface to be cleaned. Navigation is built on the basis of a long-focus camera built into the body. Autonomy up to 2 hours. The price is 18,500 rubles.