Please describe how auto mop lifting is working for Roborock and Dreame robots.

The auto-lifting function of all mopping pads for all robots is connected to the floor sensor. Such a sensor can recognize carpets and give a signal to lift a mopping pad (or pads) to prevent the carpet from being wet. Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra also automatically lifts the brush in the mop-only mode. Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra lifts the mopping pad on 20 mm, while Dreame X30 Ultra lifts the mopping pads on 10.5 mm.

Can you explain the main advantages of Roborock S8 MaxV ultra that make it so expensive?

There are many great features of Roborock S8 MaxV that I want to highlight – extreme suction power, vibration mopping pad that can lift on 20 mm, extended side brush, and extra mopping pad for cleaning edges and hard-to-reach areas.

Also, the docking station has many useful features for hassle-free care – hot water mop, intelligent washing, and hot air drying, dock self-cleaning, a mixture of clean water and detergent, auto tank refill, auto dust emptying, and storage. Moreover, the docking station charges the battery faster at 30% and can charge during off-peak hours.

You do not mention that Roborock has dual rubber brushes; is it true?

Yes, this is true. One rubber brush is black, another is red, and all have rubber fins. They rotate in different directions to minimize hair tangling, improve dirt picking up, and direct dirt to the suction port.

How do you control the robot using the App watch?

The functionality of the app watch in controlling the robot depends on the smartphone app. For example, in Roborock, you can start and pause from the watch and receive status messages about the cleaning process. For more detailed information, it is better to use a smartphone.

Dreame X30 has many features that I am not going to use. Can you recommend a more basic model from Dreame Brand?

To save some money, you can purchase the Dreame robot only, without a smart base station, or only with a self-emptying function. Among models with an all-in-one station, the Dreame L10s is a good choice. The robot has a suction power of 5300 Pa, and its base station can dry and wash the mopping pads and empty the dustbin. But the better solution is to wait for big sales, like Amazon Prime Day or Black Friday, and to purchase the Dreame X30 or even the most advanced X40 model with a huge discount, almost with the regular price of L models.