I’ll be comparing the Roborock Q5 vs Eufy X8 in this article, but without beating around the bush, the Roborock Q5 has my vote. They share most features, especially those that are accessed via the respective app. The Roborock Q5 cleans better, uses an all-rubber side brush, which has the advantage of durability, and memorizes up to 4 maps. The Eufy X8 has a larger dust bin, so it needs to be emptied less often.
Roborock Q5 Vs Eufy X8: Comparison Chart
Roborock Q5 Vs Eufy X8: Differences
The Roborock Q5 wins 3-2 against the Eufy X8. So, how do these bots compare? Let’s find out!
Cleaning Performance
Winner: Roborock Q5
Hard Floor
| Roborock Q5 | Eufy X8 |
|---|---|
| ≈ 98% | ≈ 99% |
Let’s start with the hors d’oeuvres – I tested both on an assortment of debris on my hard floor, and just one word to describe how well they performed: Admirable! But that’s not a groundbreaking achievement or a miracle because most of my robovacs also achieved similar or even higher scores. The combo brushes on them are quite narrow, but the long side brushes make up for this, allowing them to excel great on corners and edges.
Carpet
| Roborock Q5 | Eufy X8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Low-pile Carpet | ≈ 97% | ≈ 97% |
| High-pile Carpet | ≈ 94% | ≈ 92% |
They were tied on my low-pile carpet, but the Roborock Q5 was slightly ahead on the high-pile one. Okay, these bots didn’t rival the prowess of stick or upright vacuums on carpets – it’s normal – but they were competent enough to keep these types of surfaces free of dust
Hair
| Roborock Q5 | Eufy X8 | |
|---|---|---|
| 5-inch Strands | ≈ 78% | ≈ 62% |
| 10-inch Strands | ≈ 51% | ≈ 48% |
Both did a good job of gathering short 5-inch hair during my test but were decent on 10-inch strands. Removing the hair that got caught in their brush rolls demanded a bit of elbow grease, but it wasn’t too bothersome for me at all.
Design & Usability
Winner: Roborock Q5
First Look & Dimensions
| Roborock Q5 | Eufy X8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H) | 13.78 x 3.78 inches | 13.78 x 3.82 inches |
| Weight | 7.05 lbs | 7.72 lbs |
Both are elegant round-shaped robot vacuums and are available in classic black and white. Both have a laser distance sensor that protrudes on top, making them higher than their camera-based counterparts, so they may not easily fit under objects with low clearance. But with a diameter of about 13.8 inches, these robovacs maintain a fairly compact footprint.
Straight from the box, both the Roborock Q5 and Eufy X8 come with compact charging docks. It makes sense, given that premium features like self-cleaning bases are reserved for their upscale versions, such as the Q5+ or Eufy X8 Pro. The silver lining is that you can easily find suitable locations to place these charging docks. The Eufy X8 even sweetens the deal by throwing in an extra filter and a spare side brush, giving you a backup component at no extra charge.
Extractor & Side Brush
Both the Q5 and X8 use a single bristle-and-fin combo brush roller that does its job effectively. However, when it comes to de-tangling hair, some manual effort is in order. Eufy anticipates this challenge by providing a cleaning tool with a hook on one end, which can easily be stored discreetly in the body of the bot for easy access.
Both also use a side brush to scoop up dust and dirt in awkward areas like corners and edges. They rotate quite slowly to avoid scattering dust, but while the X8’s bristled brush does have a somewhat short shelf life, the Roborock Q5’s has the advantage of durability.
Navigation
Next, I considered how well they were able to draw maps and navigate while cleaning. Considering they use LiDAR towers, they can complete the initial mapping process quickly and accurately. Thanks to laser-based technology, they can clean both illuminated and shadowed areas, but they definitely excel in well-lit conditions. It’s advisable to unleash them during daylight hours for better mapping and navigational performance.
Handily, the Q5 can store up to four maps, while the X8 remembers three. So to map a new floor or area of your home, just place the Q5/X8 where they can’t recognise and turn them on. A new map will then be created, and you can save it before setting up rooms and invisible walls or no-go areas around the table legs, for example.
During my testing, they navigated very well and barely got stuck. The point is that they didn’t completely avoid the obstacles. Instead, they use their built-in bumpers to knock into obstacles gently before turning away from them. Hence, if you have antique furniture that needs treating more carefully or you are a pet owner, you’d be better off with something that has the ability to detect and avoid obstacles.
Battery Life
| Roborock Q5 | Eufy X8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | ≈ 98–164 mins | ≈ 103–176 mins |
| Charging Time | ≈ 172 mins | ≈ 231 mins |
Both have extremely long working times thanks to being powered by a 5200 mAh lithium battery, so they can complete most cleaning jobs before running out of juice. In particularly large houses, they may need more than one full charge, and they might require an extra charge cycle, but the “Recharge & Resume” functionality sweeps away that concern. They will return automatically to the dock when the battery is running low, and they will then resume cleaning. A full charge consumes a couple of hours, and their diligent return to the dock renders the wait almost inconspicuous.
Control
Winner: Roborock Q5
Manual Control
Both have three physical controls that allow you to use basic functions, including a Power button to turn the robot on/off and a Home button to send the bot home. The Eufy X8 has a spot-cleaning button to, of course, clean a spot. Having these buttons is great, but you will need to connect these bots to the app to truly harness their potential.
More about the spot clean function – this will assign the robot to clean a 4.9 x 4.9 ft square zone around where you place it, ideal for cleaning up a spill. The robot begins by cleaning the zone’s edges, subsequently zigzagging its way through the heart of the area.
App Connectivity
After memorizing the map of your living area, a bunch of smart features will be unlocked that can only be accessed via the Roborock or EufyHome apps, depending on your robot. Then, you can connect the bot to your Wi-Fi network through the appropriate app, and you’re on course to harness its untapped potential.
First, both can save multiple maps, with the Roborock app saving more, but it’s an option that isn’t toggled on by default, and you’ll have to enable it. After a test run or two, both apps will show an accurate map of your living area, but you’ll need to manually divide the rooms with virtual boundaries and name them – this can be frustrating but is essential for room-specific cleaning, where the robot only focuses on one or a few rooms.
Both apps have a live map function, providing you with a real-time method of tracking your robot. The Roborock app can even display the map in 3D, giving you a lifelike view of your home.
The app supports zone cleaning (or spot cleaning), enabling you to quickly draw a virtual box around the zone you want cleaned. They also support no-go zones and virtual walls, preventing the Q5/X8 from vacuuming unwanted areas like areas with numerous cables or Lego blocks left scattered by your playful toddlers. These apps are also useful for checking the battery status, keeping an eye on the condition of some important parts, and fine-tuning the suction strength.
You have an Alexa speaker or a Google Home smart speaker? Good for you! You can pair the Q5 or Eufy X8 with either of these devices, so you can operate your robot with simple voice prompts like “Start cleaning,” “Pause vacuuming,” or “Clean my kitchen.”
Cleaning & Maintenance
Winner: Eufy X8
Their dustbins are quiet on the small side: the Q5 uses a 0.48-liter bin compared to the 0.6-liter container on the X8. That means the latter needs to be emptied less often, and this makes sense since both need to be emptied manually. This task is super easy, but not pleasant at all. No matter how careful you are, you’ll still end up with dirty hands and a cloud of dust. And trust me, this is a nightmare for allergy sufferers.
The good news is that they come with high-grade filters to prevent dust and dirt from escaping during cleaning. The Q5 uses an E11 filter, while the X8 carries a HEPA filter – both are washable for reuse. The X8 comes with a spare filter, so while one is left drying, you can plug in the other and keep the cleaning task going.
Other Features
Winner: Eufy X8
Noise
| Roborock Q5 | Eufy X8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Working | ≈ 59-64 dB | ≈ 41-52 dB |
| Self-Emptying | None | None |
The average noise level of the Eufy X8 is similar to a library or a fridge’s gentle hum, while the Roborock Q5 is also not too loud, but it can draw attention, especially if it is in the highest setting. Neither boasts the auto-dustbin emptying function, so your ears are spared from that brief, takeoff-sounded process.
Mopping Ability
They lack a mopping function, but honestly, it’s no heartbreak for me. Most hybrid robots are quite expensive but do not do a great job of mopping, especially for dried-on stains. At the end of the day, nothing beats an old-fashioned mop and some elbow grease.
Quick Rundown Of Roborock Q5
- 【Deeper Cleaning with Powerful 2700Pa Suction】: Roborock Q5 is the upgraded version of S4 Max.With powerful 2700Pa suction, the Roborock Q5 easily picks up pet hair, dust and finer dirts from floors or carpets. When a carpet is detected, it will automatically increase its suction to the maximum for deep cleaning.
- 【Convenient App Control】: Control every element of Q5 through the Roborock app, including viewing the exact vacuuming route, setting cleaning schedules, adjusting the suction power, creating No-Go Zones, Invisible Walls, and much more. All from anywhere you have internet.
- 【Precision Mapping with PreciSense LiDAR】: LiDAR navigation creates accurate maps, and Q5 can save up to 4 maps. Use 3D Mapping to view your home in 3D and add furniture and floor materials to recreate your home virtually.
- 【Handle Large Homes Easily】: 180mins runtime using a large onboard battery means up to 3230 sqft of cleaning on a single charge. A Large dustbin (470ml) means less emptying so you can tackle a large home without pause.
- 【Close to Floors】: The multi-directional floating rubber brush stays close to the ground, ensuring effective cleanup even on uneven surfaces.
Quick Rundown Of Eufy X8
- Well-Decorated: A CES 2021 winner, RoboVac X8 Series is highly recommended by numerous media companies such as Wired, Digital Trends, TechRadar, connect, and Good Housekeeping.
- Twin-Turbine Technology: With each turbine generating 2000 Pa of suction power, RoboVac X8 creates up to 80% more airflow* to pick up more dust, debris, and pet hair from every corner of your house. *When compared to eufy´s single-turbine robotic vacuum.
- iPath Laser Navigation: Using advanced LiDAR technology, RoboVac X8 scans your home to intelligently navigate and avoid obstacles in real-time for more efficient cleaning throughout your house, even in low-light.
- AI. Map 2.0 Technology: Save maps for multiple floors in your home so RoboVac X8 knows exactly where it's cleaning, whether it's on the first floor, in the basement, or in the attic.
- UltraPack Dust Compression: The sheer force at which the dust is sucked in will tightly pack the dust box, increasing the volume utilization rate by 127%* and decreasing the number of trips you need to take to empty it. *When compared to a single-turbine robotic vacuum.
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References:
- Roborock Q5: https://us.roborock.com/products/roborock-q5
- Eufy X8: https://us.eufy.com/pages/robovac-x8
Richard B. Schmidt is a prominent figure in the vacuum cleaner industry, boasting over 15 years of expertise. Armed with a Robotics Engineering degree from Northeastern University and a Master’s in Consumer Science from Harvard, his unique blend of technical knowledge and consumer insights positions him as a sought-after authority in vacuum cleaner evaluation. Richard’s career began at Dyson, where he contributed to the development of innovative vacuum models. Transitioning to advocacy and reviews, he co-founded the first Vacuum-focused blog in 2008, offering comprehensive analysis and user guides for various vacuum cleaners. In 2020, he founded RoboMop.net, providing ongoing insights through columns and buyer’s guides.