Roborock Qrevo+

Overview

The Roborock Qrevo Plus represents a compelling mid-tier option that’s become even more attractive as prices have tumbled. Launched at CES 2024 and hitting U.S. shelves in June of that year, it originally carried an $899.99 price tag. Now? You can often snag one for around $350, sometimes less. That steep discount reflects both the natural aging of tech products and the arrival of newer siblings like the Qrevo Pro, Qrevo Master, Qrevo Curv, and Qrevo Edge.

But here’s the catch: lower price doesn’t mean lower expectations. This robot has some genuine strengths alongside frustrating design choices that potential buyers should understand before pulling the trigger.

The Good News: Mopping That Actually Works

The Qrevo Plus genuinely excels at mopping. Its dual spinning pads rotate at 200 RPM, and independent testing shows 100% stain removal scores, matching the pricier Qrevo Pro. The FlexiArm design, where one mop extends sideways toward baseboards, delivers 98.8% edge coverage with just 1.85mm margin to walls. For a mid-tier robot, that’s impressive.

The mop pads lift 10mm when the robot detects carpet, preventing wet disasters on your rugs. Water flow adjusts through the app across three levels, though maximum settings can leave streaks on white tile. You’ll want to experiment with medium settings for best results.

One limitation worth noting: unlike higher-end Roborock models, the Plus washes mop pads with room-temperature water only (around 45C), not hot water. It also lacks the “intelligent dirt detection” feature that triggers re-mopping of particularly soiled areas. These are trade-offs for the lower price point.

Navigation and Obstacle Avoidance: A Mixed Bag

LiDAR navigation handles basic pathfinding well. The spinning laser on top maps your home accurately, supporting up to four floor plans simultaneously. Initial mapping takes 5-10 minutes for a typical 2,000-2,500 square foot home, and the robot recognizes which floor it’s on automatically.

Obstacle avoidance is where things get problematic. The Qrevo Plus uses Roborock’s “Reactive Tech” with a structured light sensor rather than an RGB camera. It claims to recognize 62 common household objects, but real-world testing paints a different picture: the robot fails to avoid roughly 8 out of 12 common obstacles. Thin items like cables are particular trouble spots, frequently causing entanglement. If your home has lots of cords on the floor, expect frustration.

Battery Life: Marketing vs. Reality

Roborock advertises 180 minutes of runtime. Actual performance hovers closer to 140-150 minutes with Carpet Boost enabled (which is on by default). That’s enough to cover roughly 1,500 square feet on a single charge. Homes larger than 1,000 square feet often require the robot to return for mid-clean recharging.

The 5,200 mAh lithium-ion battery takes about four hours to fully charge. Running in Quiet mode extends runtime to 240+ minutes, while Max mode depletes it in around 100 minutes.

The Dustbin Problem

Here’s a significant design flaw that deserves attention: the 330ml dustbin doesn’t really hold 330ml of usable space. Multiple owners report that only 60-70% of that capacity is actually functional before dust and hair start overflowing into the brush compartment. Suboptimal airflow around the filter position causes this premature spillover.

The 2.7L self-emptying dock bag theoretically lasts 28 days. Pet owners, however, report emptying it every 3-4 weeks instead of the suggested 8 weeks. The self-empty process is also loud, hitting 77.6 dB, enough to interrupt nearby conversations.

The Dock Experience

The multifunctional dock handles auto-emptying, mop washing, and mop drying. Clean water tank holds 4 liters; dirty water tank holds 3.5 liters. The robot automatically refills its onboard 80ml water tank when it returns.

Mop drying takes 2-3 hours using warm (not hot) air. The pads lift automatically during drying to prevent bacterial growth. This dock lacks the self-cleaning feature found on the Qrevo Master model, so you’ll need to clean the dock interior every 2-4 weeks.

Watch out for the dirty water tank. Users commonly report odor issues if it sits unattended beyond a day or two. Weekly emptying is recommended for pet owners.

App and Smart Home Integration

The Roborock app earns high marks overall (4.8 stars on iOS, 4.6 on Android). Setup takes 10-15 minutes, and the interface offers intuitive map editing with room merging, splitting, labeling, virtual walls, and no-go zones.

Five suction levels range from Quiet (39.3 dB) to Max+ (66.6 dB). Four carpet-specific modes include Carpet First, Carpet Boost, and Deep Carpet Cleaning. You can schedule room-specific cleaning on customizable days and times.

Voice control works through Alexa and Google Home. Apple HomeKit and Siri support? Not on this model. Matter protocol compatibility is also absent, reserved for the Qrevo Master, Qrevo Curv, and Qrevo Edge lines.

Some users report connection hiccups requiring occasional app reinstalls or VPN disconnection. The password doesn’t auto-save, which annoys frequent users.

Maintenance Costs and Longevity

Annual maintenance runs $135-207 depending on usage patterns. Dust bags cost roughly $32 for a six-pack. Mop pad replacements run $20-30 per pair, with most users replacing them every 3-6 months. Side brushes ($16 for a two-pack) last 6-12 months, and the main brush ($23) typically survives 12-18 months.

Durability shows mixed results. The electronics and sensors generally hold up well. Mechanical components present more concerns:

• LiDAR sensor failures affect 5-8% of units after 6-12 months
• Wheel motor errors occur in 2-3% of units, requiring warranty replacement
• Dock clogging affects 15-20% of pet households when hair blocks the suction pathway
• Brush tangling is common; the rubber brush design catches hair on its sides

The one-year warranty covers manufacturing defects. Extended warranties are available separately.

Physical Specifications

The robot measures 350 x 353 x 96.5mm (13.78” x 13.9” x 3.8”) and weighs 11.6kg. At 3.8 inches tall, it fits under most couches and beds. Threshold climbing maxes out at 2cm. The dock adds considerable bulk at 340 x 487 x 521mm.

Available in White and Black, though Black tends to be more commonly stocked. Primary availability is North America, with limited European distribution. Costco sells a variant called QX Revo that includes additional accessories.

Bottom Line

The Qrevo Plus makes sense at its current discounted pricing for anyone who prioritizes mopping performance and can tolerate mediocre obstacle avoidance. Pet owners should factor in more frequent maintenance and potential dock clogging issues. Those with cable-heavy floors might want to look at models with camera-based obstacle detection instead.

The app experience is solid, the mopping genuinely works well, and the price-to-feature ratio has become quite favorable. Just don’t expect the dustbin to hold what Roborock claims it will.