Scarlett SC-VC80R20/21

Published April 1, 2020 Updated: February 10, 2026 no comments 6,744 views

We present a review of the Scarlett SC-VC80R20/21 robot vacuum cleaner. The markings depend on the body color. It is suitable for dry cleaning and wet mopping. The price is extremely low, under $70 in 2020. The robot can automatically adjust its path every 5-7 minutes for a more thorough cleaning, but its navigation is still somewhat erratic. Built-in height sensors prevent the vacuum from tipping over or falling down stairs during operation. Obstacle sensors allow it to navigate around furniture without colliding with it. The robot vacuum cleaner is equipped with a 1500 mAh lithium-ion battery, providing up to an hour and a half of autonomous cleaning. It also features a low-battery indicator with both audible and color-coded indicators, greatly simplifying operation. Let's move on to a more detailed review of the features of the Scarlett SC-VC80R20 vacuum cleaner.

Equipment

The robot comes in colorful, branded cardboard packaging with an image of the device itself and a brief list of its main parameters and functions.

Let's take a look at what's included with the Scarlett SC-VC80R20:

The robot vacuum cleaner itself.
Power supply for charging.
Side brushes.
Microfiber cloth.
Accompanying documentation.

As we can see, the kit does not include spare consumables, a docking station for automatic charging, a remote control, or a motion limiter. However, this is quite typical for such a budget robot.

Appearance

The robot vacuum cleaner is made of plastic and is round, with a soft bumper protruding slightly from the side. The Scarlett SC-VC80R20 model is black, but a similar white model, the R21, is also available on the website. Its dimensions are 280 x 280 x 75 mm. Its compact design allows it to reach and clean even hard-to-reach areas.

The top lid features a pattern that adds a touch of variety to the design. Under the lid is a 200-milliliter dust container. Also located at the bottom is a single mechanical button for starting the robot.

Top view

As we noted in the review above, the front features a spring-loaded soft bumper. Additionally, on the side is a power outlet for connecting the power adapter and charging the robot vacuum directly from the mains.

White

Black

On the back of the Scarlett SC-VC80R20 there are two drive wheels on the sides, a swivel roller at the front, two side brushes with three brushes, a suction hole, a battery block, exhaust holes, and a holder for a microfiber cloth.

Technical specifications

An overview of the technical parameters of the Scarlett SC-VC80R20 robot vacuum cleaner follows:

Type of cleaning	Dry and wet
Power supply	Li-Ion battery 11.1 V
Battery capacity	1500 mAh
Opening hours	95 minutes
Charging time	150 minutes
Suction power	15 W
Dust container type	Cyclone filter (bagless)
Dust collector capacity	200 ml
Dimensions	280×280×75 mm
Weight	1.6 kg
Noise level	65 dB

Functional capabilities

As mentioned earlier, this model uses sensor-based navigation and moves erratically. For additional protection, the robot vacuum cleaner features a soft bumper and a stuck indicator.

The Scarlett SC-VC80R20 essentially has only one operating mode—automatic. It's activated by a mechanical button on the body. The robot changes its trajectory every 5-7 minutes to ensure it doesn't miss any areas and to clean more efficiently. In addition to sweeping and vacuuming, the robot vacuum can also mop the floor with a microfiber cloth. The cloth can be pre-moistened with a small amount of water.

The suction draws debris into the dust collector. Its capacity is only 200 milliliters, but remember, this is a budget robot. Overall, maintenance is quite simple and doesn't take much time.

The Scarlett SC-VC80R20 battery is recharged manually from the mains; a charging base is not included.

The Scarlett SC-VC80R20 features color and sound indicators to quickly identify low battery levels. This is very convenient and greatly simplifies operation.

When the robot vacuum cleaner's motion is blocked, it automatically switches to power saving mode.

Advantages and disadvantages

Considering the price of up to $70, we will highlight the main advantages and disadvantages of the Scarlett SC-VC80R20.

Pros:

Nice appearance.
Compactness, small body height.
Lithium-ion battery.
Availability of a napkin for wiping the floor.

Cons:

Manual charging.
There is no remote control or motion limiter.
Consumables are not included in the kit.
Poor navigation.
Small volume of dust collector.

Considering the shortcomings we've identified, we still recommend checking out our ranking of the best robot vacuum cleaners under $100 before purchasing: https://robovac.washerhouse.com/en/rejtingi/robovac-roboty-pylesosy-do-10000-rublej.htmlThere are more interesting models with automatic charging and even smartphone control. Otherwise, it's a decent value for the money. It's a great gift or a great introduction to robotic vacuums. That concludes our review of the Scarlett SC-VC80R20. Happy shopping, everyone!

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