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If you don't own a robot vacuum yet, you should buy one during Amazon Prime Day

By Fox Van Allen, Kaylyn McKenna

Edited By Fox Van Allen

July 11, 2023 / 1:07 AM EDT / Essentials

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If you're still using an old-fashioned upright vacuum to clean your home, Amazon Prime Day is the perfect opportunity to upgrade to a top-rated robot vacuum. They connect to your smartphone and can be programmed to patrol your home at regular intervals, intelligently avoiding toys and other small items, and reaching under furniture where regular vacuums struggle to reach. Having a robot vacuum has kept my home so much cleaner, with virtually no effort.

Not sure which robot vacuum to pick? Our favorite model is the iRobot Roomba j7+. It's the best robot vacuum for pet owners, and it's already on sale, just hours before Amazon Prime Day. (For a less expensive option, check out this best selling Shark robot vacuum -- it's on sale too.)

iRobot Roomba j7+ robot vacuum: Our favorite for pet owners

The iRobot Roomba j7+ is designed with the issue of dog poop in mind. This smart vacuum includes iRobot's P.O.O.P., or "Pet Owner Official Promise," guarantee. Your Roomba j7+ is guaranteed to avoid pet waste, or iRobot will replace your vacuum for free.

The vacuum features a powerful three-stage cleaning system with iRobot's most powerful suction. The home cleaning device uses an edge-sweeping brush to get into corners. The Roomba j7+ features dual multi-surface rubber brushes that flex to adjust to different floor types. Best of all, they don't get tangled with pet hair.

When it's done cleaning, the device automatically empties itself into its included clean base for easy dirt disposal with enclosed bags. Just empty the cleaning station once every 60 days.

The current price of $649 is a good deal, but you may want to bookmark this page and come back when Prime Day officially starts -- this robot vacuum deal could get even better. (Fingers crossed!)

iRobot Roomba j7+ robot vacuum with cleaning station, $649 (reduced from $800)

Best Amazon Prime Day robot vacuum deals

Right now, you can discover the best self-emptying robot vacuums that can clean while you're at work, the best 2-in-1 options that can vacuum and mop, the best robot vacuums outfitted with sensors and the best robot vacuums with dual-brush action to tackle pet hair, debris and other messes.

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Some of the most reliable brands in the business, including Samsung, iRobot and Yeedi are currently offering deep discounts on powerful robot vacuums for Amazon Prime Day 2023.

iRobot Roomba 694 robot vacuum: $199

The Roomba 694 is Wi-Fi-enabled. Control the vac with your connected smartphone or device via the iRobot Home app. The Roomba 694 has a 90-minute run time before it automatically docks and recharges.

On Amazon, one reviewer praised the iRobot device's ability to keep a pet-friendly household clean. "We have two dogs, one that sheds moderately," the customer wrote. "I purchased in hopes that it at least would help between regular vacuuming. I vacuumed first with my Dyson then set it free. When it was done with the job, I didn't expect much in the dust trap... I was wrong! It was full! Super impressed."

iRobot Roomba 694 robot vacuum, $199 (reduced from $274)

$199 at Amazon

iRobot Roomba j7+ self-emptying robot vacuum with Braava Jet M6 robot mop: $998

On Amazon, you can buy a 4.4-star-rated combo that pairs the iRobot Roomba 7+ with the Braava Jet M6 robot mop.

The iRobot Roomba 7+ uses an edge-sweeping brush to get into corners. It features dual, multi-surface rubber brushes that flex to adjust to different floor types -- and help prevent them from getting tangled with pet hair. Billed as a self-cleaning vac, the Roomba 7+ automatically empties itself into enclosed bags.

iRobot Roomba j7+ self-emptying robot vacuum with Braava Jet M6 robot mop, $998 (regularly $1,198)

$998 at Amazon

iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO robot vacuum with automatic dirt disposal: $399

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The iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO uses "Imprint Smart Mapping" technology to map your home. Use your connected phone to direct the Wi-Fi-enabled robot vacuum to clean any room you want. You can even schedule a future clean. This Roomba is compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

The smart appliance learns your cleaning habits, and can suggest extra cleanings during peak pollen and pet-shedding seasons. And don't even worry about dumping out your dustbin. The Roomba i3+ EVO features iRobot's "Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal" system, and empties your accumulated dirt into an enclosed bag.

iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO robot vacuum with automatic dirt disposal, $399 (reduced from $599)

$399 at Amazon

Samsung Jet Bot+ robot vacuum with Clean Station: $499

While this more affordable Jet Bot+ robot vacuum by Samsung doesn't feature 3D recognition with AI, it does have LiDAR sensor navigation, five watts of adjustable suction and the all-important self-emptying Clean Station.

Mapping can be controlled via your phone with the Samsung SmartThings App. Remotely check the Jet Bot+'s cleaning status, pause or stop cleaning and view the cleaning history.

You'll get the best price on this robot vacuum at Amazon now.

Samsung Jet Bot+ robot vacuum with clean station, $499 (reduced from $799)

$499 at Amazon

Samsung Jet Bot AI+ robot vacuum with object recognition: $695

The Samsung Jet Bot AI+ robot vacuum has a bunch of cool features, including 30 watts of adjustable suction, 3D object recognition with AI and powerful LiDAR navigation. This robot vacuum can recognize what objects to avoid, so you won't have to deal with it constantly crashing into the couch or a pile of laundry on the floor. Have a very specific clean in mind? Mapping can be controlled via your phone.

You can even watch your robot vacuum operate no matter where you are, using Samsung's SmartThings App. The Jet Bot AI+ comes with a front camera that can live stream in real time. It boasts its own no-touch "Clean Station" that will empty your dustbin using Samsung's Air Pulse technology. The vacuum's 0.2 liter dustbin is fully washable.

Jet Bot AI+ robot vacuum with object recognition, $695 (reduced from $1,299)

$695 at Amazon

Shark IQ Robot vacuum with self-emptying base: $300

This 4.4-star-rated Shark IQ Robot vacuum (RV912S) cleans your whole home in neat rows. It lacks the advanced smarts of more expensive robot vacuums, but this is one of the most affordable robot vacuums with a self-emptying base you'll find.

This Shark model comes with a 45-day capacity cleaning base.

Shark IQ Robot vacuum with self-emptying base, $300 (reduced from $650)

$300 at Amazon

Anker Eufy 11S slim robot vacuum: $140

Amazon's #1 best seller in the robot vacuum category is the Anker Eufy 11S slim robot vacuum. The Anker 11S is relatively affordable, but it doesn't skimp on features. The robot vacuum connects to your home Wi-Fi and can be controlled through an app or through your home's smart speaker. It has 1,300 Pa of suction, an infrared sensor for evading obstacles and a slim profile that helps it get under furniture to clean.

Anker Eufy 11S slim robot vacuum, $140 (reduced from $229)

$140 at Amazon

The Max model of this robot vacuum is also an Amazon bestseller. It offers stronger suction power at 2,000 Pa.

Anker Eufy 11S Max robot vacuum, $190 after coupon (reduced from $250)

$190 at Amazon

Eufy RoboVac X8 robot vacuum: $390

Eufy (an Anker brand) makes some of the best-rated budget robot vacuums you can buy on Amazon. The 4.4-star-rated Eufy RoboVac X8 features twin turbines that generate 2,000Pa of suction, LiDAR-based (laser) navigation and AI mapping technology. It's Wi-Fi enabled, too -- you can view and edit maps of your home on your phone, creating no-go zones you want the vacuum to avoid.

Eufy RoboVac X8, $390 (reduced from $600)

$390 at Amazon

Roborock Q5+ with self-empty dock: $480

This 4.6-star-rated robot vacuum by Roborock comes with serious smarts: It uses LiDAR navigation to create an editable map of your home, so it knows not to bump into furniture or tumble down steps. It supports app- and voice-based controls. The Roborock Q5+ comes complete with a 2.5-liter filtered cleaning station that promises seven weeks of hands-free cleaning before it requires emptying.

Roborock Q5+ robot vacuum, $480 after coupon (reduced from $700)

$480 at Amazon

Yeedi Mop Station Pro self-emptying robot vacuum and mop: $500

The self-cleaning device offers a 180-minute runtime with smart mapping and carpet detection. The Yeedi Mop Station Pro delivers strong scrubbing capabilities with two powerful mop pads to pick up dirt and mud from your floors.

Yeedi Mop Station Pro robot vacuum and mop, $500 after coupon (reduced from $800)

$500 at Amazon

Yeedi robot vacuum and mop: $250

This multipurpose cleaning device features 3D object avoidance which allows it to recognize any objects in its path and move around them to avoid getting stuck. It's great for pet households as the Yeedi Vac 2 is designed to avoid your dog's food bowl, water bowl and toys.

Yeedi Vac 2 robot vacuum and mop, $250 (reduced from $350)

$250 at Amazon

Right now you can get the upgraded Yeedi Vac 2 Pro version with a longer run time for just $50 more.

Yeedi Vac 2 Pro robot vacuum and mop, $300 after coupon (reduced from $450)

$300 at Amazon

Lefant M210 robot vacuum cleaner: $100

Lefant's M210 robot vac features built-in, anti-collision infrared sensors so it won't bang into its surroundings. The robot vacuum detects "stuck areas" and adjusts its cleaning path automatically. Download the Lefant app to pair the Wi-Fi-enabled vac with your smartphone or device -- the better to control the appliance remotely. The robot vacuum features 100 minutes of run time.

Lefant M210 robot vacuum cleaner, $100 after coupon (reduced from $260)

$100 at Amazon

The best Amazon Prime Day 2023 deals to shop now

Amazon Prime Day is an annual two-day sales event that will run July 11-12, 2023. The e-commerce giant puts tons of top-selling products on sale exclusively for Amazon Prime subscribers. Prime Day is an excellent opportunity for shoppers to score brand-name tech (including cell phones, laptops and computers, tablets and TVs) , kitchen appliances, home goods, furniture, clothing, tools, toys, beauty products, and more at Black Friday-like prices.

Other retailers will be running competing Amazon Prime Day sales. Walmart, for example, has announced it will be holding its Walmart Plus Week sale that starts on Monday, July 10.

Check out these Amazon Prime Day deals on top brands for you and your family. And be sure to check out even more great Prime Day deals to shop, handpicked by our friends at ETOnline, CBS Sports Essentials and ComicBook.com.

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Fox Van Allen

Managing editor Fox Van Allen is an expert in tech, laptops and computers, toys and video games for CBS Essentials. When he's not writing about (or playing) the Nintendo Switch and PS5, Fox's hobbies include reality TV podcasting, designing board games and hanging out in his favorite warehouse stores.