Roborock Q7 Max+ Review: The Robot Vacuum That Finally Earns Its Keep

Robot vacuums used to be gimmicks: spinning circles that bumped into furniture and missed half the floor. Fast-forward to 2025, and they’ve grown up. The Roborock Q7 Max+ is proof: smart navigation, serious suction, self-emptying convenience, and a price that doesn’t hit Roomba-level pain. It’s not perfect, but it’s the kind of machine that can quietly change the way your home feels, day in and day out.

Sleek Robot, Smarter Dock

The Q7 Max+ sticks to the classic disc design with a raised LiDAR turret on top. At just under 10cm tall, it slips under sofas and low furniture with ease. At 35cm across, it’s big enough to mean business but compact enough not to feel bulky.

The real win, though, is the docking station. While some competitors look like mini-fridges hogging your hallway, Roborock’s base is slimmer and more discreet. It houses 2.5L dust bags, roughly seven weeks of dirt before you even think about it. The daily whoosh of the robot emptying into the base is oddly satisfying.

Setup That Doesn’t Make You Sweat

Setting up the Q7 Max+ is refreshingly easy. Plug in the dock, connect via Wi-Fi, and let the robot do an initial mapping run. In 20 minutes, you’ve got a full floor plan in the Roborock app, complete with custom zones and labels.

Want the kitchen cleaned after dinner? Tap one button. Want the vacuum to skip your kid’s Lego corner? Draw a no-go zone. Got multiple floors? It remembers them all. This is robot vacuuming at its most intuitive.

And yes, it plays nice with Alexa and Google Assistant. “Alexa, clean the living room” isn’t just a party trick: it actually works.

Smarter Navigation, Fewer Headaches

Instead of bouncing around randomly, the Q7 Max+ uses LiDAR to plot neat, efficient cleaning routes. It moves in rows, covering more space in less time and rarely missing a spot.

Is it flawless? Not quite. LiDAR can’t see socks, cables, or pet toys, so you’ll still want to declutter before a run. That’s where camera-based rivals like Roomba’s j7+ have an edge. But for most households, the Q7 Max+ is plenty smart.

Suction That Packs a Punch

Power is where the Q7 Max+ earns respect. With 4,200Pa suction, it’s one of the strongest robots in its class. On hardwood floors, it devours dust and crumbs in seconds. On carpets, it digs deeper than expected, pulling up pet hair and debris that often survive lesser robots.

The all-rubber roller brush is another win: no bristles to trap hair, less maintenance overall. Pet owners, rejoice.

Corners remain the weak spot: like most circular bots, it struggles to fully clean edges. And no, it won’t replace a deep-clean upright for serious dirt. But as a daily maintenance tool, it keeps floors looking freshly vacuumed with zero effort on your part.

Mopping: The Bonus Round

Yes, it mops. No, it won’t replace your bucket and mop. The 350ml water tank lets you adjust flow through the app, and it’s handy for keeping hard floors looking fresh. But stubborn stains? Forget it. Think of the mopping as a maintenance polish, not a deep scrub.

Quiet Operator, Long Legs

At standard power, the Q7 Max+ hums along at a noise level you can ignore while watching TV. Crank it to max and it’s louder, but still less disruptive than hauling out a corded vacuum.

Battery life is a highlight: up to 180 minutes on one charge, covering around 300m². If it runs out mid-clean, it auto-docks, recharges, and resumes. That’s the kind of intelligence that makes robot vacuums feel like true appliances, not toys.

The Everyday Difference

Specs and suction are one thing. The bigger story is how the Q7 Max+ changes your daily routine. Set it to clean every morning and you’ll notice it immediately: fewer crumbs under the dining table, less pet hair on rugs, and cleaner floors without lifting a finger.

The self-emptying dock pushes convenience further. Instead of emptying the bin after every run, you only change the bag every month or two. It makes the robot feel less like a gadget to babysit and more like a true “set and forget” helper.

It’s not just about clean floors, it’s about mental load. One less chore. One less thing nagging at you. That’s the real luxury.

Price and Value

At around £499, the Q7 Max+ sits in the mid-to-upper tier of robot vacuums. It’s not cheap, but it undercuts premium models while offering nearly the same performance. Roombas with similar features often cost £200 more.

What you’re paying for here is balance. Strong suction, smart navigation, and a self-emptying dock without bloated extras that jack up the price. If you want obstacle avoidance or advanced scrubbing, you’ll need to spend more. But for most households, the Q7 Max+ nails the essentials.

Verdict: A Robot You’ll Actually Rely On

The Roborock Q7 Max+ doesn’t reinvent the wheel. Instead, it perfects it. Reliable suction, smart mapping, long battery life, and a base that means you only think about it once every few weeks. It’s the definition of a well-rounded robot vacuum.

It won’t fully replace mopping, and it’s not the best at dodging clutter. But as a daily cleaner that keeps your floors consistently fresh? It’s brilliant.

Buy it if: you want a powerful, low-maintenance robot vacuum that balances features and value.
Skip it if: you need top-tier obstacle avoidance or a true mopping replacement.