When it comes to robot vacuum cleaners, there is one product that probably comes to mind before any other. But there are plenty of great options besides the Roomba, and one of our favorite models is on sale for nearly half off. The Anker Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac 11S Max has , which is 48 percent off or $120.
This is our decision for . Since it’s deeply discounted right now, that makes it a budget-friendly recommendation.
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One of our favorite robot slots is 48 percent breached. Anker’s Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac 11S Max was already our pick for the best budget robot vacuum, and it’s an even better deal at $129.
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We appreciate the small profile that makes it easy with the RoboVac 11S to clean under low furniture. We found the vacuum to have long battery life and good suction power, especially for its size.
The main drawback is the lack of Wi-Fi connectivity. That means you won’t be able to bark a cleaning request to your voice assistant. Instead, you’ll need to use a remote control to control the valve, but it still has many of the features you’d expect from an app-powered model, such as scheduled cleaning. You can also start cleaning by pressing a button on the top of the unit.
The RoboVac 11S starts cleaning in automatic mode with the aim of optimizing the process as it moves around your home. However, you can select spot cleaning and edge cleaning using the remote control. Another welcome feature, especially for robot vacuums in this price range, is the inclusion of active object detection. So if you’re on the hunt for a pocket-friendly robot vacuum for yourself or a loved one, the RoboVac 11S is worth considering — especially at this price.
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