1 week Ago By Sarang Sheth
You remember when people were complaining that their robot vacuum would drive itself off the stairs, or notoriously spread pet fecal matter around the house because the vacuums were just not equipped enough to deal with these scenarios? Or the vacuums being so thick they would just dodge sofas instead of going underneath them? That’s what we in the tech realm refer to as first-generation woes. With newer generations, products get better at solving problems that first-gen versions never anticipated. Roborock’s Qrevo Slim aims to usher in this new generation of robot vacuuming with both better design as well as state-of-the-art tech.
The Qrevo Slim, as its name suggests, measures just over 8cm or 3 inches tall, allowing it to cruise underneath sofas without worrying about headroom. The slim design is also backed by Roborock’s most advanced 3D mapping and navigation system. Dubbed the StarSight Autonomous System, this tech is so good, Roborock claims it’s better at navigating than the LDS seen on most vacuums today.
Designer: Roborock Team ($400 off). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours! At just 8.2cm or 3.
2 inches tall, the Qrevo Slim has the kind of vertical clearance that most robot vacuums wish they had. Slim enough to easily slip under beds, couches, and other low-clearance furniture, the robot vacuum covers more ground than your traditional vac, reaching tight spots that often go ignored. Notably, the Qrevo Slim’s upper profile is super-slick, eschewing that bump you’ll find on most robot vacuums where most of the LiDAR and imaging tech is located.
This slim upper surface means the vacuum has lesser problems packing into tighter spaces to clean everything from pet hair, food crumbs, dust, or any dirt that could be languishing under your furniture for months. Roborock’s StarSightTM Autonomous System is perhaps its most significant achievement, using not one but 2 LiDAR sensors to power its navigation and obstacle-avoidance capabilities. This advanced system leverages two 3D Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensors to capture more than 1 million 3D points per second.
Unlike traditional Laser Distance Sensors (LDS) seen on most current vacuum cleaners, which measure only 2D linear distances (like how close or far objects are), StarSight’s 3D mapping senses depth and height, giving the vacuum full automotive-grade spatial awareness. With a whopping 38,400 Hz sampling rate and 21,600 sensor points, StarSight processes information at 21 times the speed of LDS. This faster, more detailed mapping allows the Qrevo Slim to detect as many as 73 types of obstacles, from toys to cables, adapting instantly without doing that awkward “bump and turn” that other vacuum cleaners do.
This means the vacuum has a better sense of its surroundings (even when people are walking around) so it cleverly avoids obstacles instead of waiting till the last minute to bump into them. The Roborock Qrevo Slim’s navigation features rival those of some autonomous cars, adapting smartly to varied home environments. Its SmartPlanTM creates detailed 3D maps, allowing it to navigate room layouts precisely, minimizing time and maximizing coverage.
With DirTectTM, the Qrevo Slim automatically detects and boosts suction in high-traffic, dirt-prone areas, delivering targeted cleaning where it’s needed most—like entryways or kitchens where dirt tends to collect. For pet lovers, robot vacuum can be used as a pet monitor too. The Pet Snaps feature can be toggled to have the Qrevo Slim go check in on your pet around the house.
Once it locates the pet, you can capture snapshots of your furry friend. This feature kicks in during the Qrevo Slim’s cleaning cycle, although it only works with one pet at a given time. The Roborock Qrevo Slim offers an impressive 11,000 Pa of suction power, making it one of the most powerful robot vacuums on the market.
This high suction strength effortlessly picks up fine dust, pet hair, and larger debris, ensuring a deep clean across all floor types. Whether tackling everyday messes or stubborn dirt, this level of suction provides the thorough cleaning performance needed for busy households. Supporting this power, the Qrevo Slim is equipped with floor and carpet detection along with the Carpet Boost+ system.
When moving onto carpets, it automatically increases suction for a deeper clean, lifting dust and dirt embedded in carpet fibers. This intelligent adjustment means each surface gets the right level of attention, maintaining efficiency on hard floors while delivering extra power where it’s most needed. The DuoRoller Riser Brush is designed with counter-rotating, all-rubber brushes that capture everything from pet hair to fine dust without tangling.
These dual brushes work together to lift debris effectively, providing full coverage across both hard floors and carpets. When transitioning between surfaces, the brushes auto-lift, ensuring optimal performance without scratching or over-brushing on sensitive flooring. Complementing the brush system, the Qrevo Slim’s dual spinning mops offer thorough mopping action for hard floors.
These mops apply steady, even pressure for a polished finish, removing sticky messes and light stains in one pass. Like the DuoRoller, the mops lift automatically when the vacuum moves onto carpets, keeping the damp mop surface from ever wetting your carpet. The FlexiArm side brush and mop system is the Qrevo Slim’s answer to ensuring that dust gets swept from corners – not pushed into them.
The FlexiArm brushes reach along the edges and around furniture legs, directing dirt toward the main suction. The mops, meanwhile, apply steady pressure for a polished finish for comprehensive coverage. This focus on edge-to-edge cleaning eliminates the need for touch-ups in hard-to-reach areas, enhancing the vacuum’s efficiency and reducing your manual cleaning time.
No more wiping down corners after your vacuum conveniently leaves a trail of dust along the edge of each floor. When the Qrevo Slim needs to recharge or self-clean, it makes its way to its Multifunctional Dock. This advanced docking station is equipped with 8-in-1 maintenance functions that automate essential cleaning tasks.
With features like hot water mop washing, warm air drying, auto dust emptying, and tank refilling, the dock keeps the vacuum ready for action while minimizing manual upkeep. The automated mop washing and drying system, in particular, ensures that the mops remain sanitary and effective for every cleaning session, removing residue buildup that can impact performance. The dock’s intelligent dirt detection feature can sense when dust and debris accumulate, automatically emptying the vacuum to keep suction at its peak.
Whether for daily cleaning or extensive deep cleans, the Multifunctional Dock 3.0 provides a seamless, self-maintaining system that truly supports a “set it and forget it” lifestyle. Roborock makes controlling the Qrevo Slim a breeze with its user-friendly app and built-in voice assistant.
The Roborock app allows users to customize cleaning schedules, set no-go zones, and adjust suction power—all from the convenience of their smartphone. With real-time updates, you can monitor the vacuum’s progress, check battery levels, or even pause and resume cleaning on the go. The app’s video monitoring feature also lets pet owners keep an eye on furry friends while the Qrevo Slim cleans, snapping photos or videos during its rounds.
For hands-free convenience, the Qrevo Slim integrates with voice assistants like Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, enabling commands like “Start cleaning,” “Return to dock,” or “Clean the living room.” These voice commands make it easy to control the vacuum without lifting a finger. Whether you’re adjusting settings through the app or issuing quick voice commands, Roborock’s intuitive interface ensures you have full control of your cleaning routine with minimal effort.
Roborock’s Qrevo Slim redefines what a robot vacuum can accomplish. With industry-first StarSightTM advanced navigation technology, 11,000 Pa suction, and an ultra-slim build, it combines intelligence with impressive power to reach even the most challenging spots in your home. It’s a cleaning companion that makes cleanliness simple, stylish, and secure.
Ultimately, your smart home appliances should be smart enough that they NEVER need monitoring. The Qrevo Slim proves that by being advanced enough to map and navigate your home better than some self-driving cars, while automatically fine-tuning its cleaning based on floors, rugs, and corners. The Multifunctional Dock 3.
0 means the robot vacuum will even automatically charge and clean itself, leaving only one task for you – admiring your spotless floors, along with the occasional pet photo the Qrevo Slim clicks for you! ($400 off). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!.
