Roomba S9+ vs Roborock Qrevo: Which One Should You Actually Buy?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which robot vacuum is better for carpets, the Roomba S9+ or Roborock Qrevo?

The Roomba S9+ is better for carpets thanks to its powerful suction and D-shaped design that gets into corners. The Roborock Qrevo is also good on carpets but truly shines on hard floors.

Does the Roomba S9+ have a mopping function?

No, the Roomba S9+ does not mop at all. The Roborock Qrevo vacuums and mops in one pass and even washes its own mop pad.

Which robot uses LiDAR navigation, and why is it better?

The Roborock Qrevo uses LiDAR laser mapping, which works perfectly even in pitch dark and navigates faster with fewer bumps. The Roomba S9+ uses vSLAM camera navigation that can struggle in low light.

What are the typical prices for the Roomba S9+ and Roborock Qrevo?

The Roomba S9+ typically retails around $1,000–$1,100, while the Roborock Qrevo is usually $800–$900.

Does the Roborock Qrevo wash its own mop pad?

Yes, after mopping the Roborock Qrevo returns to its dock to wash the mop pad with hot water and blow it dry.

Between the Roomba S9+ and the Roborock Qrevo, the decision really comes down to your floors and your willingness to mop. If you have wall‑to‑wall thick carpets and no hard floors, the S9+ is a vacuuming beast that will keep them plush. But for 90% of homes — with tile, wood, laminate, rugs, and a desire to never hand‑wash a mop pad — the Qrevo is the clear winner. It vacuums almost as powerfully, navigates better in the dark, and mops like a champ.

At the end of the day, trust your gut. Think about the mess you actually deal with: is it mostly dust and crumbs (vacuum only), or do you get sticky spills and muddy paw prints (vacuum + mop)? For most first‑time owners, the Roborock Qrevo is the easier, more joyful start to a cleaner home. You deserve a robot that makes life simpler, not a chore.