Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra: A powerful, attentive, and highly autonomous robot vacuum cleaner

Hello to all site readers! In this review, as promised, I've provided a detailed overview and test of the Ultra Station for the Roborock S7 MaxV. This station is sold with the robot as the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra. Below, I'll tell you what it can do, how effectively it performs its primary function, and whether it's worth the money. Considering its cost, or the price difference between the two, Roborock S7 MaxV The S7 MaxV Ultra costs around $600 at the time of writing, so expectations are high. I'd like to thank Lamobile, the official Roborock distributor, for providing the review sample. So, let's get started!

Briefly about the robot

First, I'll give you a quick overview of the Roborock S7 MaxV robot vacuum cleaner itself. A detailed review, including all the tests, has already been published on the channel.

So in terms of design and functionality, this is definitely one of the The best robot vacuum cleaners of 2022, if not the best. Based on my testing, I can say that it has good spatial awareness, recognizes objects on the floor perfectly in good lighting, and is almost equally capable of recognizing objects in the dark, thanks to a special LED backlight under the camera.

The quality of both dry and wet cleaning is excellent. It's also important to note that the robot can lift the cleaning cloth when entering carpets, allowing it to perform high-quality dry and wet cleaning, leaving carpets dry and clean. Furthermore, the robot is very powerful and can overcome thresholds up to 2 cm high. The only criticism I had after testing it was its sensitivity to deep black floors, a problem with most robots. Otherwise, everything is on par with premium counterparts, if not better. Overall, I recommend watching the detailed video review with all the tests:

Exterior of the station

Now about the station itself. It's black. It looks very stylish and presentable, at least in appearance, worth the money. The plastic is high-quality, with a matte finish that resists fingerprints. The station's dimensions are 422 x 504 x 420 mm.

The station arrived in a box, separate from the robot. However, brand representatives claim that the new batch will include the robot and station in a single box.

So, in the kit that I received, in addition to the station and power adapter, the kit also included a spare dust bag and an instruction manual.

The top station contains three compartments: a dirty water tank, a clean water tank, and a translucent lid concealing a waste bag for the robot vacuum cleaner's self-cleaning cycle. The clean water tank holds 3 liters, and the dirty water tank holds 2.5 liters. The waste bag holds up to 2.5 liters of dry waste.

Spoiler! By default, the tanks don't include connections for water and sewer lines, to further automate the station and significantly simplify maintenance. However, there are already reports online that a corresponding option has been developed for the Chinese market: a single-module tank for clean and dirty water with fittings for connection to utility lines. This is absolutely fantastic! We look forward to this option becoming available in our market!

Moving on! The robot's platform is equipped with a dirt discharge channel. Self-cleaning is accomplished through a central brush unit, similar to the previously released Roborock S7 and Q7 Max.

The robot's charging terminals are located on the end, while the corresponding charging contacts on the robot itself are located on the front of the mechanical bumper. This makes it clear that previously released Roborock S7 And Roborock Q7 Max+ are not compatible with this station, unfortunately.

Inside the station, we see a fluffy roller for cleaning the wipe during its rinse. Incidentally, it can be replaced if needed. It's a consumable item.

Clean water is supplied to the robot's cleaning pad, and the roller removes any dirt that's stuck to the pad. The dirty water then passes through a coarse filter, which can be removed and washed if needed!

Unfortunately, the robot's platform itself is not removable, in case you want to wash it under running water. The manufacturer recommends wiping the inside of the platform with a damp cloth.

The station can refill the robot's water tank. This is a truly cool feature, allowing the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra to not only start cleaning with a clean cloth but also to supply water to it during the cleaning process, maintaining humidity levels.

According to the manufacturer, the robot, when paired with the Ultra Station, is capable of high-quality wet cleaning in areas up to 300 square meters. I imagine the optional module for connecting to utility networks will further expand the maximum area, making it possible to consider using the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra not only for domestic cleaning but also for industrial cleaning, such as office cleaning. It'll make the cleaning lady's day.

It's also important to note that the standard station doesn't include a napkin drying module, although this feature is included in the settings, allowing you to choose the drying time. Furthermore, there are reports online that a so-called hair dryer is already available on the Chinese market and is sold as an option. We look forward to its arrival in our market!

By the way, the last of the known options is a silver plate, which is apparently installed in a tank with clean water for its disinfection.

It's also worth noting that after a cleaning cycle, the robot first cleans itself by emptying the debris, then rinses the cloth by backing into the station, and then drives out and docks again with its front end to charge.

The last thing I'd like to point out is that the back of the station has a compartment for storing excess cord. It's very convenient.

Let's move on!

Technical specifications

The main characteristics of the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra station and the robot itself are summarized below.

Robot vacuum cleaner:

• Li-Ion battery 5200 mAh.
• Suction power up to 5100 Pa.
• Operating time up to 180 min.
• Cleaning area up to 300 sq.m.
• Dust collector capacity is 400 ml.
• The water tank capacity is 200 ml.
• Obstacle clearance up to 20 mm.
• Dimensions: 350*97 mm.

Station:

• Power consumption (charging/rinsing/self-cleaning): 0.5A/0.25A/5A (≈115 W/58 W/ 1150 W).
• Clean water tank: 3 l.
• Dirty water tank: 2.5 l.
• Bag in the station: 2.5 l.
• Dimensions: 422*504*420 mm.

Functional capabilities

The Roborock S7 MaxV's features were also covered in detail in a separate review. Briefly, you can select rooms and zones to clean, and choose the number of times the robot passes these zones. You can adjust the suction power and the degree of wetting of the cleaning cloth. You can even customize cleaning parameters for each room. You can set virtual walls and no-go zones on the map, even creating separate no-go zones for wet mopping. It's also worth noting that the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra can store multiple unique maps in its memory, customize its object recognition feature, and customize its behavior when navigating carpets. It can lift the cleaning cloth, carefully navigate around it, or simply drive across the carpet with the cleaning cloth down. Overall, the numerous settings allow for flexible cleaning parameters tailored to each room.

It's more important to discuss the Ultra station's features in this review. Here, you can choose from three cleaning modes, ranging from water-saving to deep cleaning. You can also customize the station's rinsing frequency. Roborock has taken a unique approach to this feature. The robot either rinses the cloth after each room, taking into account the area and the likelihood of multiple rinses even within a single room, or at a preset interval (from 10 to 50 minutes).

Speaking of self-cleaning, you can disable the dust bag emptying function at the station if needed. You can also choose one of four self-cleaning modes.

Finally, there's a napkin drying setting, which only works after installing the optional hair dryer module. You can turn the automatic drying feature on and off and adjust its duration.

And the last of the distinctive features is the inclusion of information about the state of the station's consumables in the consumables status section.

Testing

A detailed video review of the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra has already been prepared and published on the channel. I recommend watching the video:

Cleaning time

And finally, let's move on to the tests. First, we'll check the robot vacuum's cleaning time within a house with a set rinsing interval of 10 minutes. Under normal conditions, it took the robot 50 minutes to clean a 50-square-meter area.

With the cloth rinse function enabled, the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra returned to the cleaning station four times during a single cleaning cycle, cleaning the cloth, and then returned to clean where it left off. Interestingly, the time is not counted during the return to the cleaning station or during the cloth rinse cycle itself. The report shows the same 50 minutes. However, if you compare the time displayed at the top of the screen, you can calculate that almost 70 minutes have elapsed in total.

Self-cleaning quality

The following test will demonstrate the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra's self-cleaning performance. For this test, various types of debris were scattered on the floor. The robot picked it up, performing an excellent cleaning job.

The brushes barely picked up any hair or fur. All the debris was collected in the dust bin. We started the self-cleaning process and waited. As a result, quite a bit of debris remained in the dust bin. We started the self-cleaning process again and saw that the station still couldn't completely empty the dust bin. I even removed the brush and checked to see if anything was stuck inside. The suction channel was clear.

As a result, the self-cleaning issues observed with the Roborock S7 Plus persist with the new model. Self-cleaning performance isn't perfect. If you're already using this robot, please test it and let us know in the comments how well your Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra self-cleans.

Rinsing quality of wipes

We'll test the wipe's rinsing performance in a similar manner. We smeared some dirt on the floor first. After the test, the floor was clean.

Here's the state of the napkin after the test; we can see that it has absorbed all the dirt:

We run the wipe's rinse function, wait, and observe. Visually, the wipe has become much cleaner.

We remove it and check it under running clean water. Some dirt comes out, but it's not critical. I can say from experience that the rinsing result is good, no worse than similar products. There are no complaints about the rinsing quality of the wipes.

I'd just like to point out that one cloth rinse cycle in deep cleaning mode uses about 250 ml of water. In case anyone was interested, the water tank is enough for two full cleaning cycles of a 70 square meter apartment. This is also in deep cleaning mode, and you need to factor in the water consumption for refilling the robot's tank. The robot vacuum cleaner itself is set to deliver maximum water flow during cleaning.

Personal opinion

The Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra station was thoroughly reviewed and tested. I've already expressed my opinion about the robot; it's practically perfect, and my comments are common to most similar products, including premium ones.

Now I'll share my personal opinion about the station. I liked the following:

1. Stylish premium design.
2. Designed for self-cleaning of the dust container and napkin.
3. Good quality of rinsing of the napkin.
4. Flexible adjustment of the napkin rinsing frequency.
5. Automatic refilling of the water tank in the robot.
6. An optional module for connection to the drain and sewer is available.
7. And in case anyone was wondering, the tanks are sealed. Therefore, dirty water in the tank doesn't stink. The unpleasant odor doesn't spread throughout the room. At least, I deliberately left dirty water in the tank for three days and didn't notice any unpleasant odor coming from the station. But it's best not to overdo it, of course.

Speaking about comments, I would like to highlight the following:

1. Self-cleaning is not perfect.
2. Drying napkins are offered as an option that is not yet available on the market.
3. A non-removable platform where rinsing takes place.
4. The station is expensive. It's not currently available for purchase separately, but here's a simple comparison of the price difference between the Roborock S7 MaxV and Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra.

Overall, the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra left a largely positive impression and can truly be considered a fully automated cleaning machine. It combines a wide range of features, cutting-edge technology, and clever design solutions that simplify maintenance and enhance ease of use. It's pricey, but deservedly so! Like other robots, it's not perfect yet. But Roborock is already very close to perfection.

By the way, by our evaluation system Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra was able to gain 179 points and enter the TOP rating of tested robot vacuum cleaners!

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