Roborock Qrevo Curv review: you'll love this helper

While the Roborock Qrevo Curv is not among the hottest new products on our market, its price has had time to drop significantly. This robotic vacuum cleaner has thus quickly become an attractive choice for anyone who desires quality cleaning of carpets or floors and yet doesn’t want to pay exorbitant amounts for the most feature-rich models.

The package contains the necessary basics

Don’t expect to receive extensive accessories along with the robotic vacuum cleaner itself and its docking station. In fact, there is only one extra waste bag. Replacement mopping pads, filters, side or main brushes will have to be purchased after the original ones wear out. Indicative prices of original accessories in Czech stores at the time of writing the review can be found below. It probably goes without saying that there are also non-original and significantly cheaper alternatives, but their quality can, of course, vary.

• Bags 6pcs – 599 Kč
• Mopping pads 4 pcs – 399 Kč
• Side brush – 249 Kč
• Main brush – 599 Kč
• HEPA filter 2pcs – 299 Kč

Navigation is handled by LiDAR and an AI camera

At first glance, the Roborock Qrevo Curv does not differ from the flood of similar vacuum cleaners. It is entirely finished in white with a glossy top cover and matte edges. Given that the robotic vacuum cleaner also relies on LiDAR for navigation, you will find a “turret” on its top where the laser sensor rotates. Unfortunately, this makes the robot quite tall, so it won’t fit under many common pieces of furniture. Besides that, there are only two buttons – power and return to the docking station. Under the aforementioned glossy cover, there is a dustbin, which you will only remove for cleaning or filter replacement.

In the front part of the vacuum cleaner, there is traditionally a bumper. In its center, there is a cutout for a camera with AI recognition of up to 62 types of objects and LED illumination for proper function even at night. On the left side, there is a second cutout for a laser sensor. An infrared transmitter is also located at the rear of the robot between the charging contacts and serves for precise navigation when docking. Even more interesting, however, is the view from the underside. Here too, you will find sensors responsible for navigation – specifically 5 sensors preventing, among other things, the robot from falling down stairs. On an extendable arm, there is a brush, which – somewhat unusually – has only two bristles.

Pair of arms for sweeping and mopping

The brush then pushes dirt towards the main brush in the center of the vacuum cleaner. This brush consists of two parts, which means hair should not get tangled in it. While this solution is not entirely foolproof, the amount of hair caught is incomparably smaller than with undivided brushes, and removing it is very easy. Behind the brush, there is a pair of rotating mops with microfiber pads. While the textile pads are held by Velcro, the entire attachments are magnetically attached to the robot. Thus, they can be very easily removed if needed. Also, one mopping attachment is on a foldable arm, allowing the robot to reach closer to the wall. However, it naturally won’t reach completely into corners.

The robot can also lift its attachments to avoid leaving wet marks on carpets when passing over them. In our household, we only have a few low to medium pile carpets, where this solution worked absolutely reliably. However, if you have high pile carpets, contact with the wet pad might occur. It’s a shame that, unlike more expensive models, there is no option to leave the mopping attachments in the docking station. On the other hand, if you are in a situation where the robot simply has to cross a carpet to mop the floor, it wouldn’t solve anything anyway.

Reaches where it’s needed

The chassis, or rather the front wheel, is also height-adjustable. It lifts, for example, when crossing thresholds, but also helps when ascending or descending from a higher carpet – or, in our household’s case, a children’s foam mat on the floor. The two drive wheels have independent suspension. The vacuum cleaner should be able to handle up to a 3cm regular and a 4cm double threshold. Looking at the offerings in this price category, this is an above-average value. Only selected Dreame robotic vacuum cleaner models can handle more, but with the exception of one model, most of them are at least a few thousand more expensive than the tested Roborock Qrevo Curv.

Unlike other Roborock models, the Qrevo Curv is only produced in white. Personally, this doesn’t bother me much, as I’ve already had the opportunity to see the impracticality of black robotic vacuum cleaners. While white successfully masks many things, dust is much more visible on a black surface, and streaks are particularly noticeable on glossy parts.

Docking station impresses at first glance

While the appearance of the Roborock Qrevo Curv robotic vacuum cleaner itself doesn’t differ from others, the design of the docking station is a pleasant refreshment in a flood of boxes that usually only differ in the plastic used and size. Yet, it took so little – just rounding the edges of the station. Thanks to its shapes, the station also gave me the impression of being smaller than it actually is. Although it’s a fact that among similar solutions where the robot largely hides as if in a garage, this station is among the smaller ones. Specifically, its dimensions are nicely symmetrical – 450 x 450 x 450 mm.

As for the functions of this station, it actually has almost everything you could wish for. First and foremost, of course, are the tanks for clean and dirty water. The former holds 4 liters, while the latter holds 3 liters. Their endurance naturally depends on the intensity of use and the size of the cleaned area. Generally, however, it can be said that their size is sufficient. In my case, where the robot had 35 square meters to clean, even with deep cleaning, the tanks are sufficient for 7 to 8 cleaning cycles. The dirt bag then has a decent 2.5 liters, and I must also appreciate its removal system, where you pull a flap that first closes it and only then do you pull it out of the station.

One of the few missing features I would appreciate is a separate detergent tank with automatic dispensing. This way, you have to pour the cleaning agent directly into the clean water tank. If you were to use the mopping function rather sporadically, the detergent in the tank could start to coagulate, clog the container itself, and in a worse case, the entire water dispensing system. That’s why it’s better to use a cleaning agent specifically designed for robotic vacuum cleaners. Roborock even has two such products in its offer.

Mop cleaning must not be missing

The cleaning of the mopping pads occurs automatically both at the end and during the cleaning process. You can also set when the robot should return to the docking station for mop cleaning – either after 10 to 25 minutes of cleaning or after completing a room. The cleaning itself then takes place in the docking station on a pad against which the mop is cleaned by rotating and rinsing with hot, 75°C water. While dirty water is sucked into the tank, larger debris remains in the removable bottom tray. After cleaning is complete and the mop is cleaned, drying naturally follows. Its noise level is below 35 dB. In practice, this means you will only hear it clearly in a quiet room – unless you are sitting right next to the station.

Technical specifications of Roborock Qrevo Curv

• Power: 66 watts
• Suction power: 18,500 Pa
• Maximum volume: 61.5 dB
• Vacuuming on a single charge: up to 400 m2
• Mopping on a single charge: up to 400 m2
• Dustbin size: 325 ml
• Water tank size: 80 ml
• Navigation method: LIDAR, AI camera, set of sensors
• Mopping: yes, rotating mop
• Vacuum cleaner dimensions: 352 × 347 × 103 mm
• Docking station dimensions: 450 x 450 x 450 mm
• Dust container capacity: 2.5 l
• Clean water tank capacity: 4 l
• Dirty water tank capacity: 3 l
• Water temperature for mop washing: 75 °C

App and settings

If you already have some experience with robotic vacuum cleaners, you will find your way around the Roborock app very easily. While it is packed with a wide range of functions, it is also very clear. On the home screen, there is a map of the household and basic control of the vacuum cleaner along with the docking station. You can immediately send the robot into action, set the vacuuming intensity or water amount. You also have an overview of the battery charge level or the robot’s status in the docking station – for example, you can see the time until the mop drying is complete, along with the option to manually interrupt drying.

You can even use the Roborock Qrevo Curv as a webcam, not only to view its surroundings but also for communication. An automatic voice notification clearly indicates when someone is connected to the robot. This function can also be useful if the robot gets stuck somewhere, as in viewing mode, you can control it like a remote-controlled car and help it out of the situation. As for navigation accuracy, in the default settings, it sometimes happened that the robot used its front bumper perhaps more than I would have expected. However, simply turning on AI reactive obstacle avoidance along with the less collision mode immediately allowed the robot to precisely avoid even toys scattered on the floor that it previously wanted to run over.

Doesn’t shy away from pets

Although the app warns me in the settings that activating this mode might lead to some areas being missed during cleaning, I personally haven’t observed this. The settings are truly comprehensive overall, and thanks to them, you can precisely adapt the cleaning to your household’s needs. Dog and cat owners will surely appreciate the pet mode, where the robot can better avoid not only the pet itself but also any potential excrement. You can set your own cleaning sequence or let the robot choose the most efficient room order. There are also options to adjust the cleaning schedule for both vacuuming and mopping. Here, you can tell the robot not only what type of surface it is but also in which direction your laminate flooring is laid, thus making its cleaning more efficient.

Further work with the map is also a given, where you can traditionally set No-Go zones or zones where a carpet is located – or leave it to the robot’s automatic detection. I particularly like the option to adjust the intensity and cleaning schedule settings for each room separately. You can also create custom cleaning plans and automations. If you already operate a smart home, you will certainly appreciate the Matter network support.

Cleaning quality without reservations

The Roborock Qrevo Curv offers a suction power of 18,500 Pa, placing it among the top performers in its price category. The main brush, combining flexible lamellae with classic bristles, also contributes to quality cleaning. The result? Perfect. Besides regular daily cleaning, I even tried to challenge the vacuum cleaner with flour, but it didn’t flinch. Carpet detection also works very well, where – depending on the settings – the vacuum cleaner can increase power for deep cleaning.

Even at maximum power, the noise level is at most 66 dB. During normal high-efficiency cleaning, it drops slightly below 60 dB. It won’t even be deterred by hair tangled in a thick carpet. In terms of vacuuming, I honestly can’t imagine what more I could ask for from a robotic vacuum cleaner.

The Roborock Qrevo Curv also performs well when mopping. While it doesn’t have as sophisticated a mopping system as the Dreame Aqua 10 Ultra Roller, it is significantly cheaper than its competitor. The rotating pads spin at up to 200 revolutions per minute and clean the floor using a precisely dosed amount of water. The pads are pressed against the floor with constant pressure and handle both laminate flooring and tiles very well.

For the best results, I recommend not skimping on water flow and using original detergent, which will leave even laminate flooring nicely polished. When I experimented with half the flow and water without detergent, I noticed streaks on the floor when looking against the light. According to the manufacturer, the robotic vacuum cleaner should last up to 220 minutes of cleaning. Naturally, however, it depends on the mode in which the vacuum cleaner is cleaning. If you use its performance to the maximum, expect at most two hours of operation.

Simply a great helper

Currently, the Roborock Qrevo Curv can be purchased for a price of around 25,000 CZK including VAT. For this amount, I dare say it is one of the best robotic vacuum cleaners in its category, with very little to fault. The docking station with automatic hot water mop washing is a feature that elevates the comfort of daily cleaning to a higher level.

I have no complaints about the navigation or the quality of the cleaning itself – whether dry or mopping. The Roborock Qrevo Curv simply handled any challenge I put before it. Additionally, I must credit its intuitive and feature-rich app, which allows you to easily automate cleaning. Moreover, everything is in Czech.

Among the negatives, I must particularly point out the height of the vacuum cleaner due to the integrated LiDAR – so you have to forget about cleaning under many pieces of furniture. If you then clean larger areas with the robot, or run it around the house multiple times in a row, the charging time exceeding 4 hours could be an issue.

Editor’s rating: 85 %

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