Lydsto R5D: An Affordable Lidar Robot Vacuum Cleaner with Wet Mopping

The Lydsto R5D robot vacuum cleaner, priced at $230, boasts lidar navigation and a wet mopping function. Moreover, unlike many inexpensive lidar robots, this one can vacuum and mop simultaneously. Below, I'll thoroughly test the Lydsto R5D and then express my opinion on whether it's worth buying. So, let's get started!

Equipment

The vacuum cleaner arrived in a branded box like this:

The package includes:

1. Charging base.
2. Power adapter.
3. Holder with napkin.
4. Set of 5 disposable napkins.
5. Spare foam and HEPA filter.
6. Two spare side brushes.
7. Robot cleaning tool.
8. Operating instructions.

The package is good. It includes all the necessary accessories and spare parts. That's a plus!

Appearance

Let's take a look at the Lydsto R5D's design. Let's start with the robot vacuum itself. It comes in white and has a round body.

The height is approximately 93 mm from the floor. There are no separate wall and obstacle sensors on the bumper, as was the case with the previously released Lydsto R1D.

The top cover contains two mechanical control buttons. The lidar is responsible for navigation and is equipped with a mechanical button to prevent the robot from getting stuck under furniture.

The combined water and dust container is mounted on the rear. It features a self-cleaning dust container flap and charging terminals. The dust container holds up to 300 ml of dry waste. It features a triple filtration system: mesh, foam, and HEPA filters. The water tank holds 250 ml. A pump is installed inside to electronically regulate the flow of liquid.

A nozzle with a cloth is attached to the bottom of the container. The cloth is attached to the nozzle only by Velcro, without a groove.

The robot has three fall protection sensors mounted underneath. Surprisingly, it has two side brushes. They are three-beam and quick-release.

The central brush unit is non-floating. The central brush is made of bristles and petals and can be disassembled on both sides for easy cleaning of tangled hair and pet hair.

The robot's build quality has been significantly reduced compared to the Lydsto R1D, which was likely done to lower its price and make it more accessible to the public.

Technical specifications

The main characteristics of the Lydsto R5D, as declared by the manufacturer:

• Li-Ion battery 2600 mAh.
• Suction power up to 5000 Pa.
• Opening hours: not stated.
• Charging time: 5 h.
• Cleaning area up to 120 sq.m.
• Dust collector 300 ml.
• The water tank capacity is 250 ml.
• Obstacle clearance up to 20 mm.
• Dimensions: 350*93 mm.

We see that the battery is rather weak, and this is again due to the robot's price reduction. With this battery capacity, I recommend using the robot in areas no larger than 100 square meters. Otherwise, the charge won't be enough to clean the entire area in one go. However, the suction power is surprisingly higher than that of its predecessors in the Lydsto line. This will definitely be verified in tests.

Functional capabilities

Let's move on to an overview of the Lydsto R5D's features. The robot vacuum is controlled via the Lydsto app. It's in Russian. The translation of some phrases is a bit clunky, but overall, the idea is clear.

The main functions are displayed on the screen:

1. Saving multiple cleaning maps in memory.
2. Automatic zoning of premises into rooms.
3. Selecting rooms and areas for cleaning.
4. Double pass of the cleaned area.
5. Setting up virtual walls and no-go zones.
6. Separate restricted areas for wet cleaning.
7. Continue cleaning after charging at the base.
8. Automatic power increase on carpets.
9. Adjusting the power and water supply level.
10. Manual control.
11. Setting up cleaning according to a schedule.
12. Voice notifications in Russian.
13. Do not disturb mode.
14. Cleaning log.
15. Monitoring the status of consumables.

The features are quite standard for a lidar robot. Compared to older models in the lineup, the user mode, which allows you to customize cleaning parameters for each room, has been removed, as has the Y-shaped floor cleaning pattern.

Testing

A detailed video review of the Lydsto R5D, including all tests, has already been prepared and published on the channel:

Navigation

Finally, let's move on to tests that will clearly demonstrate the robot's effectiveness. First, we'll test the Lydsto R5D's navigation in a room with obstacles. The robot vacuum cleaner navigates the room's perimeter, then cleans it in a serpentine pattern. It got stuck on the dryer, but was able to free itself and continue cleaning. It also swept around the dryer and the legs of a chair, then returned to its base. This test was a success!

When it comes to navigating around the house, the Lydsto R5D goes room by room, first along the perimeter, then in a serpentine pattern. Cleaning speed is high, and there are no uncleaned areas. This model has excellent navigation.

Suction power

The suction power is quite standard, as with other lidar robots in the Lydsto line. The robot vacuum was only able to suck up debris from a 2 mm gap. This is sufficient for everyday cleaning, especially on uncarpeted floors.

Dry cleaning

Dry cleaning performance on laminate floors is good. The robot vacuum was able to pick up most of the debris from the floor. This included not only small household debris but also pet hair and hair. Only a small amount of debris remained in the corners, where almost all round robots on the market fail to clean effectively. Some pet hair and hair were caught by the central and side brushes. The bulk of the debris was collected in the dust bin. Test successful!

Carpet cleaning

The same debris was scattered on a medium-pile carpet. The Lydsto R5D performed slightly worse here, too. Most of the debris was collected, but some hair and fur remained in the pile. This is due to the central brush unit not being floating, and the actual power isn't that high. Nevertheless, the robot is capable of superficially cleaning carpets!

Wet cleaning

There are no complaints about wet cleaning either. The quality of cleaning dirt from laminate flooring is on par with similar products. Only a narrow strip along the baseboard remains, but this is a weak point of most robotic vacuum cleaners reviewed.

In the case of Lydsto R5D, the width of the non-rinsable zone is about 6.5 cm.

Wet cleaning and carpets

Regarding wet cleaning on carpets, although the Lydsto R5D detects carpets and automatically increases suction, it doesn't avoid them in wet cleaning mode. Water flow also doesn't stop when it enters carpeted areas. This is worth keeping in mind.

Obstacle clearance

As for the robot's maneuverability, the Lydsto R5D can navigate thresholds up to 2 cm high, even with the cleaning pad attachment installed. Its obstacle clearance is good.

Driving on black surfaces

And what's pleasing is that this robot vacuum cleaner isn't afraid of black carpets, moving across them without any problem. For example, the Lydsto R1D had this problem in this test.

Noise level

As for the noise level, it ranges from 62.5 to 67 dB, depending on the selected mode. This model has an average noise level.

Personal opinion

The Lydsto R5D robot vacuum cleaner has been thoroughly reviewed and tested. our evaluation system he managed to gain 99 points, which is quite adequate for a budget robot vacuum cleaner with lidar. For example, Lydsto R1D managed to score 102 points, despite costing at least $40 more.

Overall rating of tested robot vacuum cleaners: https://robovac.washerhouse.com/en/rejtingi/robovac-obshhij-rejting-robotov-pylesosov-robo.html.

I'll share my personal opinion about the Lydsto R5D. I liked the following:

1. Good navigation.
2. Simultaneous dry and wet cleaning.
3. Good cleaning quality on hard surfaces.
4. Automatic power increase on carpets.
5. Ability to overcome 2 cm thresholds.
6. Not afraid of black coatings.
7. Good equipment.
8. Optimal price for a lidar robot.
9. Availability of warranty and service.

Speaking about comments, the following can be highlighted:

1. The claimed high power was not confirmed in tests.
2. Weak battery.
3. Doesn't clean medium pile carpets well.
4. The assembly was made cheaper by eliminating some sensors, the floating brush block, and other parts.
5. The translation of phrases in the application is crooked.

Overall, this is a pretty decent robot vacuum for the price. Yes, there are some issues, but considering similar options in this budget, it's in many ways more appealing. I see no serious reason not to recommend this device. Ideally, it should be used on hard surfaces and in areas no larger than 100 square meters, so the battery lasts for a full cleaning cycle.

On that note, I'd like to end this review. If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments. Happy shopping. Bye!