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Roborock Qrevo Curv S5X vs Roborock S8+
These two robot vacuums are evenly matched with the same overall score.
Roborock Qrevo Curv S5X
8.2/10$650
The best-value fully-autonomous hard-floor specialist in Roborock's Curv family — strong cleaning, weak obstacle avoidance.
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Roborock S8+
8.2/10$290
A pure vacuuming powerhouse with the auto-empty convenience most people actually want, as long as you do not need a self-washing mop.
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Roborock Qrevo Curv S5XRoborock S8+
Overall
8.28.2
Hard Floor
9.09.0
Carpet
8.88.0
Mopping
7.57.5
Navigation
8.58.7
Noise
8.07.6
Smart Features
7.59.0
Maintenance
7.87.8
Specifications
| Roborock Qrevo Curv S5X | Spec | Roborock S8+ |
|---|---|---|
| $650 | Price | $290 |
| 18500 | Suction (Pa) | 6000 |
| 5200 | Battery (mAh) | 5200 |
| 55.0 | Noise (dB) | 67.0 |
| 325 | Dustbin (ml) | — |
| — | Water Tank (ml) | — |
| 7.0 | Mop Lift (mm) | — |
| 98.0 | Height (mm) | — |
| — | Weight (kg) | — |
| PreciSense LiDAR | Navigation | PreciSense LiDAR + Reactive 3D |
| ✅ | Self-Empty | ✅ |
| ✅ | Self-Wash Mop | ❌ |
| ✅ | Self-Dry Mop | ❌ |
| ❌ | AI Obstacle | ✅ |
Pros & Cons
Roborock Qrevo Curv S5X
Pros
- + 18,500 Pa suction pulls flour, pasta, and pet hair in a single pass
- + Zero hair tangle on the DuoDivide brush in the 7-inch test
- + 75°C hot-water mop washing and 45°C warm-air drying on the dock
- + Camera-free design — privacy-friendly for bedrooms and offices
- + Thinnest Curv (9.79 cm) — fits under most low sofas and bed frames
Cons
- − Reactive Tech obstacle avoidance detected only 7 of 24 objects
- − 325 ml dustbin clogs quickly with long hair
- − Mop drags on medium-pile carpet with only 7 mm lift
- − No onboard camera means no remote viewing or Intelligent Voice Assistant
- − Battery is 5,200 mAh vs 6,400 mAh on the Curv — shorter runtime for XL homes
Roborock S8+
The Verdict
Both vacuums scored equally. Your choice depends on your specific needs and budget.