Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Review: The Ultimate Robot Vacuum?
The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra is the most feature-packed robot vacuum available: 6,000 Pa suction, LiDAR navigation, dual
rubber brushes, and an all-in-one dock that empties trash, washes the mop, and refills water.
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Quick Specs
| Specification | S8 Pro Ultra |
|---|---|
| Suction | 6,000 Pa |
| Navigation | LiDAR (works in dark) |
| Brushes | Dual rubber (no tangle) |
| Mopping | Yes (VibraRise) |
| Dock Features | Self-empty + mop wash + water refill + drain |
| Price | $1,500 |
What Makes It Special
6,000 Pa Suction
The highest suction of any consumer robot vacuum. Picks up pet hair, debris, and dirt from deep in carpets.
Dual Rubber Brushes
Rubber extractors (like Roomba) instead of bristle brushes. Pet hair doesn’t tangle.
LiDAR Navigation
Works in complete darkness. Creates accurate maps from the first run. Efficient, methodical cleaning patterns.
VibraRise Mop
The mop vibrates 3,000 times/minute for scrubbing action. When carpet is detected, the mop lifts up to avoid wetting
carpet.
All-in-One Dock
- Self-empties: Holds ~60 days of dirt
- Washes mop: Hot water cleaning after each use
- Refills water: Fills robot’s water tank automatically
- Drains dirty water: Optional drain connection
Pros
- Highest suction available (6,000 Pa)
- Truly hands-off (dock handles everything)
- LiDAR navigation works in dark
- Excellent for pet hair (rubber brushes)
- Mop lifts on carpet
Cons
- Very expensive ($1,500)
- Large dock takes space
- Obstacle avoidance not as good as Roomba j7
- Mopping is good, not professional-grade
Cleaning Performance
Hard Floors: Excellent
6,000 Pa suction picks up everything—crumbs, pet hair, fine dust. The rubber brushes don’t scatter debris.
Carpet: Excellent
Automatically boosts suction on carpet. Deep cleans better than most vacuums, robot or otherwise.
Mopping: Very Good
VibraRise scrubbing action outperforms passive mops. Won’t replace dedicated mopping, but handles daily maintenance
well.
The Dock Experience
The S8 Pro Ultra dock is the real star:
- Robot returns to dock
- Dust is sucked into dock’s bag (holds 60 days)
- Dirty water from mop drains to dock tank
- Dock washes mop pad with hot water
- Fresh water refills robot’s tank
- Robot dries mop with air
Maintenance: Empty dirty water tank every 2-3 weeks. Replace bag every 2 months. That’s it.
S8 Pro Ultra vs Competition
| Feature | S8 Pro Ultra | Roomba j7+ | Ecovacs X1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suction | 6,000 Pa | ~2,200 Pa | 5,000 Pa |
| Mopping | Yes + auto wash | No | Yes + auto wash |
| Navigation | LiDAR | Camera | LiDAR + Camera |
| Obstacle AI | Basic | Excellent | Good |
| Price | $1,500 | $800 | $1,400 |
Who Should Buy?
- Pet owners who want maximum suction
- Anyone wanting truly hands-off cleaning
- Large homes (efficient navigation)
- Those who run vacuum at night (LiDAR works in dark)
- People willing to pay premium for best-in-class
Who Should Skip?
- Budget-conscious: Roborock Q7 Max+ at $700 is excellent value
- Need pet waste avoidance: Roomba j7+ better at avoiding accidents
- Small spaces: Oversized dock may not fit
Verdict
The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra is the best robot vacuum available—if you can afford it. 6,000 Pa suction,
LiDAR navigation in the dark, and an all-in-one dock that handles everything.
For most users, the Q7 Max+ at $700 offers 90% of the experience at half the price. But if you want the absolute
best, this is it.
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