Buying Guide: The Best Cheap Robot Vacuums for 2022 in the UAE and Saudi Arabia
Robot vacuums can easily cost more than $1,000, but you don't need to spend four figures to keep your floors clean. If you're pinching pennies, rest assured that many models on the market can get the job done without breaking the bank. We've tested robot vacuums at just about every price and plenty of affordable options are worth your consideration. So, to help you find the best bot on a budget, we've rounded up our highest-rated robot vacuums that cost less than $300.
iRobot Roomba 675
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| + Rarely gets stuck | - Loud |
| + Supports app and voice control | - Doesn't always automatically return to its base station when finished |
| + Allows for scheduled cleanings | - Missed some debris on carpeting in testing |
| + Detects and focuses on heavily-soiled areas |
iRobot Roomba 675
Why We Picked It
If you’re new to the world of robot vacuums, the $299.99 iRobot Roomba 675 is a good place to start. iRobot is one of the most respected names on the market, and the Roomba 675 is the company's most affordable model with Wi-Fi connectivity. It automatically adjusts to different floor surfaces, rarely gets stuck, and works quickly. It lacks some features you get in pricier models like the ability to map your home and set up virtual boundaries, but it supports app and voice control and allows you to set cleaning schedules. It's a terrific introduction to robot vacuums for the price, and our new Editors’ Choice for entry-level models.
Eufy Robovac 11s
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| + Affordable | - No virtual barriers or app control |
| + Compact | - Limited scheduling options |
| + Quiet | |
| + Strong cleaning performance | |
| + Good battery life |
Eufy Robovac 11s
Why We Picked It
You no longer have to spend a fortune to get an excellent robot vacuum. The Eufy RoboVac 11s is an update to one of our favorite budget models, the RoboVac 11, and delivers powerful, efficient cleaning performance in a more compact form factor for the same $219.99. While you won't find advanced features like app or voice control, the RoboVac 11s is one of the quietest vacuums we've tested, and small enough to clean under just about everything in your home. It's a strong option if you have low-clearance furniture or paper-thin walls, though the Ecovacs Deebot N79S remains our Editors' Choice for offering phone control and Amazon Alexa compatibility for just $10 more.
iLife A9 Robot Vacuum Cleaner
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| + Cleans efficiently | - Not the best on medium-pile carpet |
| + Quiet | - Max mode drains battery quickly |
| + Good battery life | - Missed some dog hair in testing |
| + Low-profile design | |
| + Supports app and voice control |
iLife A9 Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Why We Picked It
If you’re looking for a relatively affordable robot vacuum you can control with your phone and voice, the $279.99 iLife A9 is a solid option. It effectively cleans hard floors and low-pile carpet, and offers premium features found in pricier models, such as Wi-Fi connectivity, Amazon Alexa voice support, and the ability to map your home for efficient navigation. It doesn’t unseat our current Editors’ Choice for affordable robot vacuums, the $230 Ecovacs Deebot N79S, which is cheaper and also works with Google Assistant, but it comes close.
Samsung Jetbot Mop
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| + Easy to set up and use | - No app or voice control |
| + Compact design with two large, spinning mopping pads | - Doesn't always avoid area rugs and carpeting |
| + Features a Hand Mode to clean walls | |
| + Moves quickly and has no trouble switching between floor types | |
| + Eight floor-cleaning modes |
Samsung Jetbot Mop
Why We Picked It
If you want clean floors but hate mopping, you might be the perfect candidate for a robot mop. And if you also happen to loathe cleaning the shower, tub, or any other similar surface, the $299 Samsung Jetbot Mop might be just the robot for you. Simply fill its tanks with water (and a bit of cleaning solution, if you want), pop on the mopping pads, use the included remote to select a cleaning mode, then sit back and relax as it roves around, maneuvering under chairs and around obstacles, while scrubbing your floors. Once they're shined to your satisfaction, you can head over to the bathroom, pick the lightweight 'bot up by its handle, and let its spinning pads bear the brunt of the effort in washing your walls. The Jetbot Mop doesn't offer some of the perks of pricier competitors, such as app or voice control, but if you're in search of an easy-to-use robot mop that can also clean your walls, it's worth a spot on your short list.
Eufy RoboVac 30C
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| + Good for low-clearance furniture | - Finicky app notifications |
| + Strong suction | |
| + Support for Amazon Alexa and Google voice | |
| + Comes with boundary strips | |
| + Very quiet |
Eufy RoboVac 30C
Why We Picked It
We like the $269.99 Eufy RoboVac 30, even if it's about as basic as robot vacuums get. The newer RoboVac 30C, however, sweetens the deal with mobile app control and voice assistant compatibility for just $30 more. If you're deciding between the two, the $299.99 RoboVac 30C is definitely the model to get. For $70 less, however, the Ecovacs Deebot N79S offers the same features and functionality as the 30C, so it remains our Editors' Choice for affordable robot vacuums.
Wyze Robot Vacuum
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| + Strong suction power | - No voice command support |
| + Features laser mapping tech | - Relatively short battery life |
| + Supports app control, area cleaning, scheduling, and virtual walls | - Occasionally gets stuck |
| + HEPA filter |
Wyze Robot Vacuum
Why We Picked It
If you're looking for an affordable robot to clean your floors, the aptly named Wyze Robot Vacuum offers a lot to like for $249.99, including 2,100Pa of suction power and a laser sensor for mapping your home, a feature typically only found in more expensive models. You can use an app to select certain rooms and send the vacuum straight there, or create virtual walls to cordon off areas you want avoided. It works quickly and methodically, effectively collecting debris and pet hair from hard floors and carpeting. While the Wyze vacuum offers superior mapping abilities and cleaning customization options to other robots in its price range, the $299.99 iRobot Roomba 675 remains our Editors' Choice award winner by a hair for its longer battery life, better obstacle avoidance capabilities, and voice command support.
Yeedi K650 Robot Vacuum
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| + Powerful suction | - Lacks intelligent mapping and other smart features |
| + Long battery life | - Doesn't come with a remote control |
Yeedi K650 Robot Vacuum
Why We Picked It
Many of our favorite robot vacuums can do things like map your home, intelligently avoid objects on the floor, and even empty their own dustbin. But most of these models tend to cost a pretty penny, sometimes upward of $1,000. The Yeedi K650 robot vacuum doesn't do much other than clean your floors, but it costs just $179.99, and for that price it works quickly and efficiently, with good battery life and surprisingly powerful suction. In this affordable price range, we also like the $249.99 Wyze Robot Vacuum, which offers strong laser-powered mapping and support for virtual bounday walls, but the K650 is a solid alternative if you're looking to spend less.
iLife A4s Pro
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| + Affordable | - Lacks app and voice control |
| + Compact, low-profile design | - Limited scheduling options |
| + East to set up and use | |
| + Automatically increases suction power on carpets | |
| + Comes with a virtual wall accessory |
iLife A4s Pro
Why We Picked It
Wi-Fi connectivity is a standard feature in robot vacuums these days, but not everyone needs or wants it. If you don't necessarily care about being able to control your vacuum from your phone, an affordable, no-frills model like the $189.99 iLife A4s Pro might be just what you're looking for. It's easy to set up, has a compact design that allows it to maneuver around and under furniture, boasts several cleaning modes, and offers up to 2,000Pa of suction power. It's a good option if you value simplicity, especially if you can find it on sale. But if you're willing to spend a bit more, the $230 Ecovacs Deebot N79S gets you phone control, Amazon Alexa compatibility, and slightly better battery life.
What to Look for In a Cheap Robot Vacuum
When choosing a robot vacuum, consider factors like battery life, size, and suction power. In terms of battery life, most robot vacuums these days can run for at least 60 minutes on a charge, but if you live in a larger home, look for one that can last 90 minutes or longer. Nearly all of the models here pass the 90-minute mark, but the best battery life award goes to the iLife A9, which lasted 102 minutes on a charge in testing.
Some of the most affordable robot vacuums we've tested are also among the most compact, which is a welcome feature if you have low-profile furniture. Before deciding which one to buy, it's a good idea to measure the distance from the floor to the base of your couch to see which models, if any, can fit under it. The Eufy RoboVac 11s is the shortest robot vacuum we've tested at just 2.8 inches, but there are several other affordable and highly rated models under 3 inches out there, including the Eufy RoboVac 30C and the iLife A4s Pro.
In terms of suction, most models on this list offer at least 1,000Pa of power, but the Wyze Robot Vacuum offers an impressive 2,100Pa. Robot vacuums with less suction power but good battery life and obstacle avoidance abilities can still do an excellent job cleaning.
iLife A9
On the high end of the robot vacuum market, you can find models with premium features like AI-powered obstacle avoidance, automatic bin emptying, cameras for remote home monitoring, and home mapping for virtual boundaries. Robot vacuums in the sub-$300 range don't usually offer these features, but you can still find some basic perks such as app connectivity, smart navigation, and voice control.
With a Wi-Fi-connected robot vacuum, you're able to start, stop, and schedule cleaning jobs from your phone. Wi-Fi is fast becoming a standard feature these days, but if you don't need or want it, you can snag a super-basic bot that offers good performance for less than $200.
Roomba 675 companion app
In addition to app control, many affordable robot vacuums support Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for added convenience. If you also own a compatible smart speaker, you can control these vacuums using your voice.
Meanwhile, if you have carpeting or a large home, consider a model with smart navigation abilities. Vacuums with this capability, such as the iLife A9, clean in a methodical path, making straight lines instead of zigzagging in a random pattern. This allows them to clean your home more efficiently and results in neat vacuum lines on your carpets.
Wyze Robot Vacuum
In this price range, you can't expect every feature under the sun, so you might have to make some trade-offs. When I bought my first robot vacuum, I prioritized strong suction power and smart navigation over Wi-Fi support and a compact design. But you might want a model that you can remotely control with your phone or a smaller one that can pass under your couches and push out pet toys.
For more, see our list of the best robot vacuums for pet hair as well as our Roomba roundup if you want to stick with iRobot.
When Is the Best Time to Get a Cheap Robot Vacuum?
The biggest tip I can offer anyone buying a robot vacuum on a budget is to wait for a sale. Be sure to search around because robot vacuums are frequently marked down at Amazon and Walmart in particular. In our reviews, we note the MSRP of each model, but you can often find them for less at various times throughout the year.
Finally, our in-depth reviews go over all the specs and features of each model, so be sure to check them out. When you find the one that fits your needs and budget, head over to our essential robot vacuum tips. And if you're looking for a robot mop, we've got you covered.