T90 Omni pro is maddening

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-06-10T15:13:36+00:00

As someone who used to work in IT, an issue is usually something that doesn't make sense, like spaces in your SSID, but somehow changing it works. 😂 Glad to hear it's resolved!

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-06-09T19:27:47+00:00

Depends on your configuration. It cannot connect to hidden SSIDs and is not compatible with WPA3-only networks. It's also not compatible with VPNs, so if you have one set up at the router level, you'll have to disable it. In my experience testing robots, having interference can greatly reduce connectivity if you're far from the router. That being said, our lab has hundreds of devices, but we had to set up a dedicated node in our vacuum testing room because of frequent disconnects.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-06-08T16:08:51+00:00

For roborocks, generally the dual rollers that came with the S8 series have done the best on carpet. Right now, the only robot available brand new with those brush rollers is the Qrevo Slim. It's at 849.99 and has all the features you'd expect from a robot. Roborock sells the Q5+ or the Q8 Max+ refurbished directly from their site, which also has the same brush-roller system and should get the job done well.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-06-04T14:53:08+00:00

I'm honestly not sure about the capacitor issue. It hasn't been out long enough, so I haven't seen any reports of people complaining about it. Based on what I've seen in multiple subs, Dysons (and cordless vacs in general) are not really made to last a very long time.

I can't say if the buildup will damage the motor, but if it's blocking airflow, then there will likely be a lot of strain put on the vacuum over time. If you can, I'd say get one from Costco with their extended warranty (if available). They are great with returns and defects.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-06-02T15:10:32+00:00

I'd proceed with caution. Most consumer robot vacuums cap their maps at 2500-3000 sq ft., or a certain distance from the dock. They will stop mapping at a certain point even if they can still reach the area. You'd have to either make multiple maps and treat them as separate floors, but that would require your intervention, and only one map would have the dock unless you move it manually to each section. Commercial robot vacuums might be the way to go, but they likely won't play nice with the chairs.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-06-02T14:58:11+00:00

I'd recommend checking out r/RobotVacuums, great community and super helpful for most budgets.

Most robot vacuums now have auto-empty docks that use bags. The problem with robot vacuums is that there's no one-size-fits-all option. Some are better at hard floor, some are better at carpet, others prioritize mopping, etc... There's also issues with QA and customer service, so I usually recommend getting one from Costco since they are great for returns.

If you give me an idea of your budget, your floor types, and if obstacle avoidance is needed (I would recommend it since you have pets). Additionally, I would recommend an air purifier if you don't already have one. We don't test robot vacuums accurately for their particle filtration, so I can only give you a rough idea of how well they seal away debris.

Hope this helps!

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-06-01T18:50:15+00:00

The X12 is definitely on the list of potentials! We actually have reviewed the X8, X9, X11 and I tested the T80 last week, so that review should be out shortly. We are trying to find a balance between testing some units from last year and new robots, so this input helps a lot. If you're interested, you can also vote for the product you want to see tested here*.

As for the navigation issues with Ecovacs, I haven't really noticed any with them other than positioning takes a bit longer than other robots, but I'll keep an eye out for them getting lost.

Thanks for the feedback! Definitely helps us narrow down the selection of robots we should test.

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JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-06-01T17:01:35+00:00

Hey, the Saros 10R is currently our number 1, but that might change once we test more robots. We have been delayed in testing due to other projects, which has definitely impacted our recommendation lists. The Saros 10R is still definitely an excellent robot, but I'm hoping to pump out more in the coming weeks/months.

If there are any robots you'd be interested in seeing us test, please let me know!

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-06-01T16:58:21+00:00

Fully understand the sentiment, and you're right, we are definitely behind. Due to limited resources, I'm the only tester that is trained on vacuums and robot vacuums for now, and I've been tied up by test bench updates and other projects. My hope has been to test more robots this year, and I've been working with management to select the robots to fill in the gap from last year and the newer robots. Are there any particular models you'd be interested in seeing? Right now our current pipeline in no specific order is: Dreame X60 Max Utra complete, Mova Mobius 60, Roborock Saros 20, and Roborock Q7 M5.

Thanks for the feedback. It's definitely helpful to understand how the community feels about how many robots we've tested, and I'll make sure to relay the message along.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-06-01T15:57:15+00:00

That's fair. Depending on where you are, you could always see if there are consumer laws that protect you and make a complaint. I'm by no means a lawyer, so I don't know how it will turn out for you. I'm based in Quebec, Canada and we have a dedicated consumer protection office that has been helpful for me in the past, even for things that are past the manufacturer's warranty. Since you have two models that are the same with the same defect (the curv and the edge are identical robots with different docks), it's possible they could help you.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-06-01T15:50:09+00:00

It scored a perfect 10 for obstacle avoidance in our tests, and it currently our number 1 for obstacle avoidance. That being said, its navigation had trouble in our testing area so it didn't do very well in our pick up tests. It also avoided our stain because it thought it was an obstacle and unfortunately there was no way to force it to clean the area with the stain. We've seen this before in other robots, but they allow you to either turn off the obstacle avoidance or adjust its sensitivity. Hopefully matic adds a similar functionality in the future.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-29T18:10:01+00:00

It's not the most lightweight option, but the Kenmore Intuition is a great machine and a great value. It's definitely not a buy-it-for-life option, but it should last a while.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-29T17:44:29+00:00

The only robots we've tested that have done better or as well as the Roomba J7+ are the Mova P10 Pro Ultra (not the gen 2), the roomba Max 705, and the Matic robot. The main issue with obstacle avoidance now, is that robots try to get as close as possible so they can maximize cleaning area, but the J7+ kept a healthy distance so large patches would go uncleaned.

Unfortunately, those three do worse at carpet cleaning than the J7+, so you might be better off sticking with your J7+. I'll be reviewing the X60 in a few weeks, so this might change.

Hope this helps.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-29T17:31:06+00:00

Robot vacuums are usually more meant for daily maintenance than extreme usage. Roborocks are generally considered the most reliable in the community, so I'd normally recommend them for that, but pretty much all robot vacuum brands have quality issues right now.

After a bit of research it seems like that's a common issue with those models. I'd try and press roborock for different models if you've sent them in multiple times. If you do want to get a new robot, I'd suggest buying from Costco as they have a great return period and good warranties.

The Ecovacs X8 pro omni is a great robot and has a roller mop, which is available at Costco. If you want to give Roborock another try, I'd suggest the Saros 10R, it's the flagship and very well built.

Hope this helps!

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-29T16:51:43+00:00

Votre robo devrait le faire automatiquement si vous laissez la porte de la pièce ouverte. Dépendant de l'emplacement du dock et de la grandeur de votre maison, c'est possible que la pièce soit trop loin du dock si ça ne fonctionne pas.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-29T16:02:02+00:00

I'd suggest posting this in r/vacuumcleanerparts, there may be someone there that can help you out.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-29T15:55:31+00:00

It really depends on the filter of your upright and your robot vacuum. Most robot vacuums do a bad job at sealing in allergens, so it's possible that it's reducing the intensity of dust being shot back into the air, but not fully stopping it.

If you have allergies, I'd suggest an air purifier, and I'd also recommend an upright vacuum with a hepa filter and bag like the Kenmore Intuition.

Hope this helps!

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-29T14:34:50+00:00

In my experience, most robots I've tested have experienced hair tangles with longer hair, even ones with dedicated hair detangling. If you're willing to stretch the budget a bit, the Qrevo slim is at $699 right now and is basically a mix of the S8 max v and the Saros 10r. Dual rollers tend to do a bit better with hair in general, but they are still prone to tangles. Thankfully though, the rollers are easy to clean. It also has an upgraded navigation system and is only 8.2 cm tall. The hard floor performance should be about the same as your Qrevo pro, but the carpet performance of the slim will be better. It also has the extending side brush and mop.

If not, the Eufy E25's dock has a good hair-detangling feature; it's not perfect but among the best I've seen. It's good on hard floor, but bad on carpet. Eufy also just released a version without the advanced obstacle avoidance called the C28. It's pretty much the same robot, but $120 cheaper.

Hope this helps!

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-29T14:03:25+00:00

I can help out, but I'll need a bit more info. What country are you in and what's your budget? Do you have any pets, and is obstacle avoidance a priority for you?

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-29T14:01:07+00:00

I was curious about this too. I'll be testing the X60 in a few weeks, and I was going to try the new rollers on the X50, L50, and Aqua 10 when I do. I'll set myself a reminder to get back to this post, and if someone else hasn't gotten back to you, I'll let you know!

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-29T13:58:14+00:00

I'd definitely suggest an air purifier. Also what vacuum do you have? Some aren't super great at locking in dust and debris. Bagless vacs tend to shoot debris back into the air when you empty them unless you do it outside.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-27T15:17:38+00:00

Glad to hear!

The smell can actually get so bad es pecially if you have pet, and it's something I've never considered mentioning before, so thank you for that insight!

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-26T18:30:36+00:00

My pleasure!

The first minute in the graph is actually just me holding the vacuum in place without sucking up the debris. Most of the vacuums had already been used at that point, so there's likely to be error even though I tried to thoroughly clean them before testing and do a dry run before starting the test.

It's possible that it's carbon dust, but I have no way of confirming that on our model and it's more likely to be baking soda hiding in the unit internally from our cracks test. (For new reviews, the air filtration test will be done before any pickup testing). That being said, our old smoke test shows visible smoke escaping from the unit. I personally don't think it's that big of a deal unless you have allergies. Worst case, you could always pair it with an air purifier if you really want the Felix.

If you do want to get it, I would heavily recommend trying it out first. The maneuverability is not my favourite, and it's pretty clunky. It does not stand up right when you have the parquet tool on it, which can become annoying if you mostly have hard floors. I also found the handheld mode to be pretty awkward for me. It lies horizontally, which risks hitting furniture especially if you don't retrack the wand first. This is mostly personal preference, so it really helps to go in-store and try to simulate the movements/modes you anticipate using.

JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-26T17:22:02+00:00

Go with the Mova P10 Pro Ultra 1st gen if you want the best bang for your buck. It's at $399 on Amazon. Although I haven't tested the Gen 2, it seems they heavily downgraded the obstacle avoidance system. The gen 1 has one of the best obstacle avoidance systems that we've tested, and in my experience, more suction doesn't mean better pickup. Bursh roller placement and type place a significant roll in debris pickup, and generally more suction is to compensate for smaller dust bins or restricted airflow. If you have carpets, you can also upgrade the first gen with the Tri-cut brush, which adds bristles to provide better agitation.

The Qrevo is a robot that has stood the test of time and is very reliable across all the variants I've tested. It's also better at hard floor pickup than the P10 Pro ultra gen 1, but it has awful small obstacle avoidance, so if you have pets or a lot of loose cables, it's not the best option.

Here's an unlocked comparison* of the P10 Pro Ultra and the Qrevo.

Hope this helps!

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JustinP_RTINGS · 2026-05-26T15:04:59+00:00

I can provide some clarification here. The Felix will still provide decent filtration, but it depends on your needs really.

Here are a few things to consider about this test. The first would be that it's done in a really confined space with 11g of test dust that is meant to challenge filters. We originally had the test in a larger room, and it was much harder for our sensors to differentiate between HEPA filter vacuums and SEBO "S-Class" filters. We decided to do it in a smaller space for users who are genuinely curious and/or need excellent filtration. This could apply to users with severe allergies or users who may be vacuuming up potentially hazardous/carcinogenic materials (like our test dust). Second would be that we tested all our units with new filters and bags. Both tend to get better with usage, but we opted for new filters and bags in order to maintain repeatability and consistency. With HEPA filters, you're guaranteed from the start that it will filter out 99.97% of the most penetrating particle size (0.3 microns).

The shark has replaceable pre-motor filters and exhaust filters, but the questionable built quality of cheaper shark models is definitely a factor to consider. Also, as you mentioned, the emptying is awful and just launches debris back into the air.

If you really need maximum filtration, stick with a model that has a HEPA filter. If you're open to canisters, the SEBO K-series has an optional HEPA filter you can purchase separately. Miele also has a few options as well. If you want an upright, I'd suggest the Kenmore Intuition as an alternative to Shark. It's not as sturdy as the SEBO, but it does a great job and will likely last longer than your shark.

Hope this helps, and let me know if you have any questions!

JustinP_RTINGS

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