If you love an attention-grabbing appliance with a party trick, the Roborock Saros Z70 is for you. It has a mechanical arm that can reach out and pick up small obstacles that sit in its way – insanely cool…
Roborock Saros Z70 Robot Vacuum and Mop with OmniGrip Mechanical Arm
Roborock Saros Z70 Robot Vacuum and Mop with OmniGrip Mechanical Arm
Pros
- Quick charging time – two and a half hours from flat – and long-lasting battery
- Automatic emptying into the dust bin at the docking station
- Easy to control via voice assistant
Cons
- Docking station is large and heavy to move
- Sometimes tried to climb obstacles rather than just avoiding them
Features at a Glance
| Cleaning modes | Vacuum and mop |
|---|---|
| Mapping technology | Yes |
| Charging time | Self charges (from flat in 2.5 hours) |
| Running time | Up to 180 minutes |
| Canister capacity | 2.4L |
| Variable power | Yes |
Score: 85/100
This is the first robot we’ve tested with a mechanical arm, so we couldn’t wait to try it out in the lab. It’s certainly a fun feature but one that needs a bit more development to be helpful around the home. We found it could move objects like a tissue or a slipper but struggled with anything heavier. Plus, it faulted at points and needed resetting. Still, it’s an exciting glimpse into the future of robot vacuums.
Onto general pick up and it scored full marks when it came to lifting dust from carpet and hard floors but failed to suck up all the biscuit crumbs we laid down, flicking bigger chunks and leaving some stuck in the corners of the room. Vacuuming the whole room took 17 and a half minutes and the app provides plenty of control, letting you set up cleaning routines, no-go zones, and even video access to the on-board camera.
And the techy features don’t stop there. The Roborock Saros Z70 also has mopping capabilities, which is handy for light mess and everyday top-up cleans. The docking station even washes the mop at the end.
Megan is the Good Housekeeping Institute’s senior homes and lifestyle writer. She loves diving into the latest product releases to find the very best buys on the market and has written hundreds of product reviews on everything from the best vacuum cleaners and coffee machines to the best ice cream makers and robot window cleaners.
When she’s not writing about the newest gadgets and gizmos for your home and garden, you’ll find her running every distance from 5km to 100km or relaxing at home with her cat – there really is no in between.
Megan has an MA in Magazine Journalism and has previously written for Stylist, Glamour, Women's Health, TimeOut, SquareMeal, and YOU magazine. You can find Megan on Instagram @meganlouisegeall.
