Roborock Qrevo

The Roborock Qrevo launched in 2023 and has since spawned an entire family of mid-to-premium robot vacuums. What started as a single model now includes the Qrevo S, Pro, Plus, MaxV, Master, Edge, Curv, and CurvX—each adding features (and price) as you climb the ladder.

Here’s the honest truth about this lineup: the Qrevo delivers solid hard floor cleaning and decent mopping, but obstacle avoidance remains its Achilles’ heel. RTINGS called it “disappointing,” and testing shows only about 66% of small obstacles get dodged. USB cables, socks, and small toys? Expect the robot to bump into or drag these around.

What the Lineup Looks Like Now

The base Qrevo (sometimes listed as “Qrevo 2R3W” or model QV35A) originally retailed for $599. Street prices now hover between $399-499, making it the budget entry point. The Qrevo S sits in the mid-range at $599-699 with a 7,000 Pa motor. Want serious suction? The S5V cranks up to 12,000 Pa for around $699-899.

Premium buyers have several options. The Qrevo Master ($799-1,599, though frequently discounted 50% or more) adds a DuoRoller brush that eliminates hair tangling. The Edge and Curv models ($1,100-1,500) push suction to 18,500 Pa and feature curved dock designs. At the top sits the CurvX at $1,500+.

All models come in black and white. You’ll find them at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and the official Roborock store.

Cleaning Performance: Where It Shines and Struggles

Hard floors are the Qrevo’s happy place. RTINGS confirmed excellent debris pickup—fine dust, cereal, rice, all swept away efficiently. The vacuum scores around 4.07/5 on hard floor tests versus a 3.40 category average.

Carpet performance tells a different story. The base model’s single rubber roller handles large debris adequately but struggles with fine particles and pet hair embedded in fibers. Multiple passes become necessary. If you’ve got carpets and pets, the Master or Edge models with their dual-brush systems perform noticeably better—testing showed 0% hair tangling on 7-inch strands versus 40% for single-roller designs.

One design flaw affects all models: the dustbin’s effective capacity is only 60-70% of its rated 220-350 ml because the filter position creates airflow dead zones. Users consistently report overflow warnings well before the bin looks full.

The Mopping System

Dual spinning mop pads rotate at up to 200 RPM, handling dried stains reasonably well on tile and acceptably on hardwood. The robot lifts its mops 7mm (10mm on S/Pro/Master/Edge models) when carpet sensors trigger, preventing wet pad contact.

Water management works through the dock. A 4-5L clean water tank (usable capacity closer to 3.5-4L in practice) refills the robot’s internal 80ml tank automatically. Here’s the catch: that internal tank isn’t user-accessible, so if you have hard water, scale buildup over time becomes a real concern. Some testers reported initial siphoning issues requiring five cleaning cycles before things worked smoothly.

Models with FlexiArm extending mops reach 98.8% edge coverage with just 1.85mm margin from walls. Standard models leave more along baseboards.

Navigation and Obstacle Handling

LiDAR navigation maps homes in about 9-10 minutes, supports up to four floor plans with auto-switching, and handles room transitions well. The methodical grid pattern covers spaces efficiently, and LED fill lights compensate for dark rooms.

Obstacle avoidance? This is where expectations meet reality. Marketing emphasizes “62 objects recognized,” but real-world performance disappoints. Cables get tangled. Socks get pushed around. Pet waste—despite claims of recognition—evades detection roughly half the time. Vacuum Wars rated the base Qrevo just 1.67/5 for obstacle avoidance against a 3.30 category average. Even the improved Edge and Curv models only reach 3.34/5.

The robot stands 96.5mm tall (104mm on Edge models), meaning anything lower blocks access. Expect it to get stuck 1-5 times weekly depending on your furniture situation, requiring intervention.

Battery and Runtime

A 5,200 mAh lithium-ion battery powers all models. Official specs claim 240 minutes in Quiet mode and 180 minutes on Balanced—and these numbers hold in testing. Switch to Max mode and runtime drops to about 100 minutes. Enable Carpet Boost and prepare for dramatic reductions: one user documented just 74-76 minutes with carpet boost active versus the expected three hours.

Coverage per charge runs around 1,650 square feet for the Master model, likely 1,200-1,400 for base versions. Charging takes about four hours, though a 30% fast-charge option exists.

The Dock Station

The multi-function dock handles charging, auto-emptying into 2.7L bags (advertised as seven weeks’ capacity), mop washing, and warm-air drying. Pro and Master models add heated water washing.

Self-emptying triggers automatically at 15% battery or when the bin fills, plus you can trigger it manually through the app or a physical button. Replacement bags run $31.99 for a six-pack. Early base models had water leakage problems; the S revision improved the tray design.

Dock dimensions measure roughly 340x487x561mm—not compact. You’ll want at least 0.9m of clearance in front and space on the sides for water tank access.

App and Software

The Roborock app rates 4.8/5 on iOS (586K reviews) and 4.6/5 on Google Play (309K reviews). Multiple reviewers call it the best robot vacuum app available, and that reputation seems earned. Mapping options include 2D and 3D views, unlimited no-go zones, room-specific scheduling, and extensive customization.

A few quirks: passwords max out at 12 characters (odd security choice), there’s no iPad-specific version, and occasional disconnection issues crop up. Room auto-labeling often needs manual correction.

The app requires cloud connectivity for full functionality—no local-only option exists. Basic cleaning works offline, but mapping, scheduling, and adjustments all need WiFi.

Five suction levels range from Quiet (around 1,400 Pa) through Balanced, Turbo, and Max up to Max+ (5,500-18,500 Pa depending on model). Water flow offers 30 levels of control plus presets.

Voice control works through Alexa and Google Assistant. Premium models (Curv, Master) include built-in “Hello Rocky” voice commands.

What You’ll Spend on Maintenance

Annual costs run $150-300 depending on use intensity. Side brushes ($15.99 for two-pack) need replacement every 3-6 months. Main brushes ($22.99) last 6-12 months. Filters ($32.99 for two) should be swapped every 3-6 months. Dirtbags need changing every 5-7 weeks at $31.99 per six-pack.

Third-party alternatives exist on Amazon and AliExpress, but users report quality variance—particularly rubber brushes losing shape faster than OEM parts. Filters and bags generally work fine from third parties; stick with official parts for brush rolls.

The filter is washable (paper-based, needs 24 hours to dry). Brush roll removal is tool-free via latches. Side brush replacement requires one screw.

Warranty and Support

US and Canadian buyers get 12 months coverage. Australia, Singapore, and EU markets receive 24 months. Coverage includes motor failures, battery issues, and dock mechanism problems—not consumables unless defective.

Support quality varies wildly depending on who you ask. Email reaches support@roborock.com with typical 24-48 hour responses. Australia has a dedicated phone line (1800 413 621). Trustpilot reviews show patterns of slow responses and warranty claim denials, though some users report helpful experiences.

Active communities exist on Reddit (r/Roborock has 50K+ members) and Facebook groups for troubleshooting help.

Who Should Buy What

Base Qrevo ($400-500): Apartment dwellers and small homes with mostly hard floors. Expect compromise on carpet cleaning and pet hair.

Qrevo S ($600-700): Mixed floor types without heavy pet hair. Decent all-around performer at moderate price.

Qrevo Master ($800-1,000 on sale): Pet owners and larger homes. The dual brush system actually handles hair, and SmartPlan automatically adjusts settings per room.

Qrevo Edge/Curv ($1,200-1,500): Maximum performance seekers. The 40mm threshold crossing (nearly double base models) and 18,500 Pa suction justify the premium for some buyers.

Who Should Look Elsewhere

Carpet-heavy homes with multiple pets will find better options in the Dreame X40 Ultra or Roborock Saros lineup. Anyone prioritizing obstacle avoidance should consider Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni models with dual 3D sensors or the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra with its RGB camera system.

Budget shoppers may find older S-series or entry Q-series models sufficient at lower prices.

Known Problems

Beyond the dustbin capacity issue and obstacle avoidance weakness already mentioned:

• Mop head magnets occasionally fail, causing pads to detach mid-clean
• Hair clogging can overwhelm dock suction motors when the dustbin fills with clumped debris
• Wheel squealing develops on some units, potentially indicating bearing wear
• Mapping sensor errors occasionally reset floor plans

No recalls have been issued. Firmware updates arrive roughly monthly and haven’t caused widespread problems.

The Honest Assessment

The Roborock Qrevo series offers solid value at discounted prices, particularly for hard floor homes without obstacle-heavy layouts. The app experience genuinely stands out as best-in-class. Mopping performance ranks good but not exceptional.

Where reality diverges from marketing: those 5,500-18,500 Pa suction figures hit their marks in Max+ mode under test conditions, but real-world cleaning doesn’t scale linearly with bigger numbers. Battery claims assume carpet boost stays disabled. And that “62 object recognition” system catches maybe two-thirds of obstacles on a good day.

For the right buyer—someone with hard floors, light clutter, and reasonable expectations—the Qrevo delivers genuine convenience. Just know what you’re getting before the box arrives.