Black Friday robot vacuum deals 2024: the best of the early sales
Black Friday is the perfect chance to score a great deal on a robot vacuum
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Every year, we see plenty of Black Friday robot vacuum deals. This is your best opportunity to upgrade your cleaning setup to a more hands-off option, but making sense of your options can be a confusing process. In this article, we’ll pull together all the best offers at a range of price points, and provide you with the information you need to make an informed decision.
A robot vacuum can totally transform your cleaning routine. They can be set to run round your home regularly, while you’re out, to prevent dust from ever building up, with next-to-no effort or disruption. Options like self-emptying bins and additional mopping functions make things even more hands-off. If you’re new to the market, it’s worth starting by consulting ourbest robot vacuumranking.
We’re into November now, which means the earlyBlack Friday dealshave already started. In the US, there are plenty of robot vacuum deals live already, with plenty of excellent price drops at places like Amazon, Best Buy and Target. The UK is a little slower on the uptake – there are good Robovac deals at Amazon, but the likes of John Lewis, Argos and Currys only have a handful of discounts live right now.
You’ll probably need to supplement your robovac with a manual option for stairs and deep cleans – head to ourBlack Friday vacuum cleaner dealsguide for bargain stick and upright vacs.
Today’s best robot vacuum deals: quick links
Prefer to browse yourself? Here are quick links to the best robovac sales in the US:
And the best sales in the UK, too:
Today’s best robot vacuum deals in the US
iRobot Roomba Essential robovac Q0120:was $249.99 now$149.98 at AmazonThis basic Roomba robot vacuum just dropped to the lowest price ever, ahead of Black Friday. It navigates in neat rows, there’s three levels of suction plus a side brush for getting closer to the edges of rooms. Don’t expect incredible smarts or features, but if you just need something simple, effective and great value, this is it. This model doesn’t have mopping functionality, but the Combo version is alsoon sale, for just $10 more.
iRobot Roomba Combo Essential:was $274.99 now$159 at AmazonThis is iRobot’s most basic and affordable combination mop-vac, and it has had a massive price-cut for black Friday – this the cheapest price ever. There’s 3 suction levels and 3 water levels, alongside basic navigation and object avoidance, and that’s about it. But for this price, that’s still a great buy.
If you don’t want the mopping, the vac-only version is alsoon sale, for $10 lessthan this combo model.
Best Buy price:$159.99
Roborock Q8 Max+:was $819.99 now$459.99 at AmazonIt’s rare that this model is sold at full price, but this is an especially good deal on the Q8 Max+. We haven’t tested this exact model, but Roborock is a reliably great robovac brand, and you’re getting a lot of smarts for that mid-range price – including reactive obstacle avoidance and precise navigation. There’s mopping functionality and the dust cup self-empties into the dock.
Shark ION robovac:was $249.99 now$149.99 at Best BuyThis budget-friendly robovac often gets discounted in the Black Friday sales. It’s another basic model, offering vacuuming, app control and voice control via Alexa or Google Assistant. There are sensors to stop it smashing into too many things, but don’t expect the most advanced obstacle avoidance. This model has been as cheap as $129 in previous years, so there might be further discounts to follow… but there’s not a lot in it, really.
Today’s best robot vacuum deals in the UK
iRobot Roomba Combo j7+:was £999 now£549 at AmazonThis excellent combination vacuum and mop has a massive 45% off ahead of Black Friday, taking it to the lowest price we’ve ever seen, by some margin. This is one of only a handful of Roombas to feature ‘SmartScrub’, where the mopping scrubs with double the power. Cleverly, the mop pad retracts and sits on top of the robovac when it’s vacuuming, to avoid damp carpets. In ourRoomba Combo j7+ review, we were especially impressed with the automatic suction adjustment based on dirt levels.
If you don’t need the mopping, the vac-only j7+ is alsoon sale for £429.
iRobot Roomba j7+:was £879.99 now£429 at AmazonThis excellent robot vacuum is currently less than half price, and the cheapest we’ve ever seen it, by some margin. In ourRoomba j7+ reviewwe were impressed with the dirt pickup and found the self-emptying of dust super useful, too. It comes with a promise to avoid pet messes (amongst other things) and the dual rubber brushrolls are great at gripping and pulling up hair.
If you want something that can mop too, the Combo j7+ is alsoon sale for £549.
Eufy Robovac L60 Hybrid:was £299 now£199 at CurrysThere’s £100 off the combination robot vacuum and mop, making it an absolute steal ahead of Black Friday. There’s 5,000Pa of suction (which much higher than we’d expect at this price), the option to set no-go zones and select room cleaning, plus voice control support via Alexa. This version has a simple charge dock; there is a self-empty option but it’s full price at the moment.
Amazon price:£199
As TechRadar’s Homes Editor, one of my specialty areas is robot vacuums. I’ve written extensively about these automated suckers, covering everything from basic, budget-friendly models to the fanciest options on the market, so I’m confident recommending models at a range of budgets and for different use cases. I’ve also covered the Black Friday sales for six years, during which time I’ve gained insights on when to buy and when to wait, which retailers deliver the biggest bargains, and how to check if a deal is actually good or not.
Black Friday robot vacuum deals: FAQs
When will the Black Friday robot vacuum deals start in 2024?
Black Friday this year is on 29 November 2024, but that won’t be your only chance to score a robovac bargain. We started seeing early Black Friday sales kicking off from the first week of November, and we’re expecting most brands and retailers to have launched their ‘proper’ Black Friday sale around Monday 25th, or perhaps even earlier. The Black Friday offers will turn intoCyber Monday dealson or before 2 December.
Is Black Friday the best time to buy a robot vacuum?
Yes, probably. You’ll find robot vacuum discounts throughout the year, but on Black Friday, pretty much everyone is running a sale. You’ll have a huge amount of choice, and you’ll also have the benefit of being able to shop around and compare deals at different retailers. Many brands and retailers use this occasion to offer the lowest prices of the year, and even when that’s not the case, the offers are always very strong.
Where will I find the best Black Friday robovac deals?
In the US last year, Amazon and Walmart were the retailers that came through with the best deals. We’ll also check places like Best Buy, Target and Lowes. In the UK, again Amazon was a great place to shop for a bargain, but we also saw price-drops at Currys. Other places to look include John Lewis and Argos. On both sides of the pond, you can also expect some strong offers direct from the brands – last year, Shark’s Black Friday robot vacuum deals were especially impressive.
Really, though, aside from those that consciously opt out, you can expect every major brand and reputable retailer to have some kind of Black Friday sale. You won’t be sort on choice, so a good plan is to figure out roughly what you want first – or ideally have a target robot vacuum in mind – and then shop around for the lowest price on Black Friday. (If you’re new to the market, our guide tohow to choose a robot vacuumshould help set you on the right track.)
What Black Friday robot vacuum deals can I expect in 2024?
We expect there to be strong discounts from leading brands like iRobot (Roomba), Roborock, Eufy and Ecovacs, with price cuts of up to 50% off. There will likely be the biggest discounts on the high-end models in the range, offering an opportunity to score a really advanced robot vacuum for far less then list price. However, there will be plenty for bargain hunters, too. if you just need a basic model that will take the pressure off your cleaning regime. Last year, we saw simple robovacs from $139 in US and £259 in the UK.
Why you can trust TechRadar this Black Friday
We’re experts in the vacuum cleaner market, and that includes the robot variety. We’ve been reviewing robot vacuums since 2015, and have tested over 75 robot vacuums in total, with 16 of those in 2024. We follow and report on all the biggest tech developments and new releases. As part of that, we keep a close eye on robot vacuum pricing, looking for general seasonal trends as well as specific highs and lows on our top-rated models. That means we know what a good deal looks like.
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Ruth is a TechRadar Homes Editor. She has covered a wide range of home kit, but currently specializes in aircare (vacuum cleaners, fans, air purifiers), and haircare (hair dryers, straighteners and stylers). Prior to making the shift to Homes, Ruth was TechRadar’s Sleep Editor, testing and reviewing mattresses and other sleep products.
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