What are you hoping to get when investing in a smart robot vacuum using your hard-earned cash? Outstanding battery life, ability to recharge when needed, or ability to be controlled remotely via the app? Both the Roborock Q7 Max vs Dreame Z10 Pro have all of them and even more.
The Dreame Z10 Pro comes out as the winner since it picks up more debris on all types of floors, comes with a self-cleaning base, and can act as a mopping robot. The Roborock Q7 Max lacks these amenities, but it compensates with a notably lower price tag.
Roborock Q7 Max Vs Dreame Z10 Pro: Comparison Chart
Roborock Q7 Max Vs Dreame Z10 Pro: Differences
The Dreame Z10 Pro surpasses the Roborock Q7 Max with a score of 5-2. How do they compare to each other? Dive into the rest of the article to find out!
Cleaning Performance
Winner: Dreame Z10 Pro
Airflow
| Roborock Q7 Max | Dreame Z10 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Quiet | ≈ 7.6 CFM | ≈ 9.2 CFM |
| Balanced/Standard | ≈ 9.6 CFM | ≈ 11.5 CFM |
| Turbo/Strong | ≈ 10.1 CFM | ≈ 14.1 CFM |
| Max/Turbo | ≈ 15.8 CFM | ≈ 19.6 CFM |
The Q7 Max has a maximum airflow of 15.8 CFM, which isn’t bad, but the Z10 Pro maxes out at 19.6 CFM and is one of the robots that sits on the upper end of the spectrum. There’s always a correlation between airflow and pick-up ability, so this is a good start, at least on paper.
Hard Floor
| Roborock Q7 Max | Dreame Z10 Pro |
|---|---|
| ≈ 97% | ≈ 99% |
The Z10 Pro did better than the Q7 Max on my floor thanks to higher airflow, picking up to 99% of the total debris – one of the top results I’ve seen in robot vacuums. The Q7 Max, with a bristle-free roller and above-average airflow, also delivered a commendable performance, gathering 97% with ease.
Carpet
| Roborock Q7 Max | Dreame Z10 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Low-pile Carpet | ≈ 94% | ≈ 97% |
| High-pile Carpet | ≈ 95% | ≈ 99% |
The Z10 Pro picked up higher percentages as well, with the result on my low-pile carpet being slightly better than on the high-pile one. The Z10 Pro did slightly worse in these tests, but the decline wasn’t drastic, and this one still posted above-average marks.
Hair
| Roborock Q7 Max | Dreame Z10 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| 5-inch Strands | ≈ 87% | ≈ 81% |
| 10-inch Strands | ≈ 61% | ≈ 54% |
Regarding the ability to collect hair, both were decent with 5-inch strands but sub-par with 10-inch strands. Thus, they don’t completely negate the need for a traditional upright vacuum when it comes to handling hair. Their brushes could be removed for cleaning, and the one on the Q7 Max made this job easier due to its bristle-none design.
Design & Usability
Winner: Tie
Dimensions & Weight
| Roborock Q7 Max | Dreame Z10 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H) | 13.8 x 3.8 inches | 13.8 x 3.8 inches |
| Weight | 8.38 lbs | 8.3 lbs |
These 2-in-1 robot vacuums generally offer all of the typical characteristics of high-end robot vacuums without any innovation, from a conventional round-shaped frame to a LiDAR dome that efficiently maps out their environment. They are both compact and lightweight, allowing them to move around and get into small spaces easily.
But while the Q7 Max only comes with a compact charging dock, the Z10 Pro’s bulky base station has a self-emptying dust function. Given its 19-inch height, you will need to think carefully about its location in your living space and don’t forget to ensure ample space above for accessing the dust bag through the top hatch. Avoid moving their docking base between uses since these bots will remember where their bases are and rely on memory to get home.
Extractor & Side Brush
The Z10 Pro uses a combo brush with bristles and rubber fins to suck up grime. It has a V-shaped design aiming to reduce long hair entanglement, not to mention it can be easily disassembled to clean off tangled hair with the provided cleaning tool. Still, untangling it is nowhere near as easy as you would do with the Q7 Max’s rubberized main brush, which only requires a couple of swipes.
Both also have a 3-arm corner brush on one side to catch dust and debris from corners and tight spots. These brushes are bristle-tipped, and I wish they were equipped with more robust all-rubber ones. Luckily, if the Q7 Max is your pick, you have the option to incorporate Roborock’s all-rubber roller by purchasing it separately.
Navigation
Both the Q7 Max and Z10 Pro rely on a LiDAR 360-scanning tower for extensive and precise scanning and mapping. The two biggest issues with vSLAM-based robots are that they need to go through every nook and cranny for map creation and require adequate lighting to function properly, which is not the case with these robovacs.
Just like other LiDAR-based bots, they clean the edges of a zone before methodically cleaning the central section in a variety of straight lines. And yes, they both have the ability to store and remember multiple levels, or rather, the Q7 Max can save up to four maps, whereas the Z10 Pro holds up to three. You need to physically pick up and put the Q7 Max/Z10 Pro down on another floor, and they will automatically create a new, separate map since, of course, they don’t have legs to climb stairs on their own.
Let’s shift to another important aspect in the realm of robovacs: obstacle detection and avoidance. The Q7 Max has no special technology for this, while the Z10 Pro features a high-precision 3D sensor named “Obstacle Avoidance High Precision 3D” within the app. It is rumored to be good at avoiding small objects and even cables – a common challenge for most robot vacuums.
As always, I put it to a test that included a few large objects like a shoe, a bowl, pet waste, and a power cord, and it blew my mind. Dreame Z10 Pro was actually really good at avoiding everything, at least the obstacles I used, and I could say it is among the best ones I’ve tested so far. There is also an option in the app to switch off the 3D sensor, but this will take away all the benefits of its obstacle-avoidance capability.
Battery Life
| Roborock Q7 Max | Dreame Z10 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | ≈ 91-183 mins | ≈ 82-168 mins |
| Charging Time | ≈ 198 mins | ≈ 182 mins |
Both operate on a single 5200 mAh battery, which is a very big pro for those living in mammoth-sized houses. My real-world tests show that the Z10 Pro has shorter overall battery life, which was one of the trade-offs for higher airflow, but it was still very impressive.
Another good thing is that you don’t have to wait on duty to recharge them since they have the ability to “recharge and resume.” This feature allows these robots to return to the charging docks when their battery level is low, charge themselves, and then resume the job from where they left off in lieu of starting the entire process over again.
Control
Winner: Tie
Manual Control
Speaking of no-app controlling, the Q7 Max and Z10 Pro share a three-button system for initiating a complete cleaning cycle, guiding the robot back to its base, and activating spot cleaning. There isn’t much that you can do with these bots without your phone, but pressing the physical buttons is a great way to quickly start a cleaning cycle or simply address a mess in your kitchen.
App Connectivity
The Z10 Pro works with the Xiaomi Home app, while the Q7 Max is compatible with the Roborock smart app. These apps generally give you enough tools to enhance and optimize the user experience with the respective robot.
Both apps can show you the real-time location of your robot on the map, which is super useful in case it is lost or stuck. You can also start a full cleaning cycle easily or just clean a few specific rooms once the map has been divided into rooms and they have all been labeled.
Another feature I like on both apps is containment with various options, including no-go zones, invisible walls, and no-mop zones. Invisible walls function as virtual barriers, blocking the robot from crossing straight lines. Meanwhile, no-go zones and no-mop zones block the robot from getting into rectangular or square areas. You also have the option to draw “clean” virtual boxes for spot cleaning, and the robot will go to these areas and clean them.
To make the Q7 Max/Z10 Pro truly autonomous, you can schedule them to clean and forget about them. You can also just ask Alexa or Google Assistant to start and stop the cleaning trip at any time for hands-free cleaning. There are millions of other useful options, like the one that allows you to check the condition of the roller and filter or inspect the cleaning history.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Winner: Dreame Z10 Pro
The Q7 Max comes with a self-emptying station, while the Z10 Pro doesn’t. So just forget about emptying the Z10 Pro’s dust container since you can leave this job to its home base. All dust and dirt will automatically be transferred to a 4-liter dust bag, which is quoted as lasting up to 65 days, according to the manufacturer, meaning you can forget about the need to change it for up to 2 months or even more!
However, the Z10 Pro’s base does not have the ability to automatically wash and dry the mopping pad. This allows it to have a more compact footprint than do-it-all bases like the base that comes with the Roborock Q Revo, but it also means there is still work to get your hands on.
As for the filtration system, the Q7 Max uses an E11-grade filter that is washable. Meanwhile, the Z10 Pro Tap has a HEPA filter, which needs to be cleaned by tapping on a solid surface to dislodge any debris.
Other Features
Winner: Dreame Z10 Pro
Noise
| Roborock Q7 Max | Dreame Z10 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Working | ≈ 59-75 dB | ≈ 55-72 dB |
| Self-Emptying | None | ≈ 78 dB |
These bots aren’t very noisy outside of the maximum power setting. But the Z10 Pro gets extremely loud during the emptying process, where it emits a noise level of up to 78 dB. This process is relatively short, just a matter of seconds, but I still advise against running it during the night or moments when you’re seeking some quiet.
Mopping Ability
Both have a wiping function and feature an electronic water tank that dispenses the water to the mopping path electronically, as opposed to traditional gravity-based systems. They are certainly better than robots utilizing gravity-fed water tanks, but they are a notch below the Roborock S7 maxV or any robot with an agitating element.
Yes, all they can do is drag a wiping cloth across your floor, so don’t expect them to be effective on stubborn stains, such as dried-on BBQ sauce, which requires a dedicated mopping tool or a 2-in-1 bot with a vibrating mopping system like the S7 maxV. Instead, I’d recommend them for light stains, such as red wine or juice stains.
They are also not smart enough to lift the mopping pad themselves when detecting carpets. Given that they can automatically detect carpets to increase suction power, the lack of ability to lift the mopping pad was quite a letdown for me. Anyway, setting no-mop zones on the app is still a crucial step.
Quick Rundown Of Dreame Z10 Pro
- 【Vacuuming, Sweeping, Mopping, and Self-emptying 4 in 1】Z10 Pro robot vacuum has cleaning disposal-empties station which comes true 65 days handing free, and a 4L large vacuum dust bag that can work up to 65 days at one time, reduces the frequency of cleaning trash and provides convenience and ease
- 【4000Pa Strong Suction & 150-Min Runtime】Maximum suction power of 4000Pa easily lifts dirt from floors, 4 suction modes to choose from due to the degree of soiling; 150 minutes of non-stop cleaning can cover large homes in one single clean
- 【Superb Lidar Navigation & SLAM Algorithm】Z10 Pro adopts high precision 3D Obstacle Avoidance Technology and dual-line LiDAR technology; it avoids colliding with electric wire, furniture, garbage cans, shoes, etc in the process of cleaning, so you don't worry about the broken of the robot vacuum's body and furniture; Intelligent SLAM Algorithm provides the function of "s" shape route planning, so Z10 Pro clean your room in an orderly manner
- 【Wifi & Smart Voice App Control】Z10 Pro is compatible with Alexa. App remote control allows you to adjust suction power, set virtual No-Go zone, and zone clean, multi-layer maps, scheduled cleaning, etc; Once connected to Alexa, the robot responds to your voice orders immediately, which makes your cleaning more intelligent; Z10 Pro Robot Vacuum works with 2.4GHz Wifi
- 【Sweeping and Mopping Configuration】400ml dust box + 150ml electric water tank with 3 levels of water volume can be adjusted, which controls the water level precisely and removes stains effectively
Quick Rundown Of Roborock Q7 Max
- Deeper Cleaning with Powerful 4200 Pa Suction: With an incredible maximum suction power of 4200 Pa, the Q7 Max easily lifts debris and pet hair from floors, drags it from cracks, and draws it from carpets. When a carpet is detected, it will automatically increase its suction to the maximum for deep cleaning.
- Vacuum and Mop Simultaneously: To get rid of fine dust that vacuuming alone might miss, the Q7 Max can vacuum and mop simultaneously. Equipped with an electronic pump, the Q7 Max offers 30 water flow levels so you can fine-tune cleaning to match your floor types and preferences.
- Clean Smarter with PreciSense LiDAR Navigation: LiDAR navigation, which is incredibly accurate, can now be viewed in 3D, building precise maps of your home. It also monitors cleaning routes efficiently. You can virtually recreate your home by adding furnishings and flooring materials.
- Combined Dustbin & Water Tank: Combining the 470 ml dustbin and 350 ml water tank means that you can clean more often without worrying about emptying or refilling.
- Multi-directional Floating All-Rubber Brush: An all-rubber brush strongly resists hair tangles making it ideal for tackling long hair and pet hair. Multi-directional design means the brush can be closer to the floor to provide deeper and more efficient cleaning.
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References:
- Dreame Z10 Pro: https://www.dreametech.com/products/dreame-z10-pro
- Roborock Q7 Max: https://us.roborock.com/products/roborock-q7-max
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.