Vacuum Vanguard 2025: iRobot Roomba s9+ vs. Roborock S8 Pro Ultra vs. Ecovacs Deebot T50 Pro Omni – Top Robot Vacuum Under $2,000

Pet hair and dust bunnies are taking over your floors.

In 2025, we tested three top robot vacuums under $2,000—iRobot Roomba s9+, Roborock S8 Pro Ultra, and Ecovacs Deebot T50 Pro Omni—over 60 days, evaluating suction, navigation, and mopping. One vacuum swept the competition away.

Let’s dive into the dust and find your perfect clean.

1. iRobot Roomba s9+ – Best for Carpet Cleaning Under $2,000

The iRobot Roomba s9+ retails at $999, weighs 8.15 lbs, with a D-shaped design.

We tested it for 20 days—its 40x suction power and dual rubber brushes tackled pet hair on carpets like a champ. “My rugs are fur-free,” says Sarah, our pet owner. The auto-empty dock holds 60 days of debris, and VSLAM navigation mapped our home accurately. At 12.25”x3.5”, it’s low-profile, but it lacks mopping, and the app can lag.

Cons? No mopping and occasional app hiccups. Still, it’s a carpet king.

✅ Pros

• 40x suction power
• Dual rubber brushes
• Auto-empty dock
• Corner-cleaning D-shape
• Smart mapping

⚠️ Cons

• No mopping
• App can be slow

⭐ Rating: 4.6 / 5

2. Roborock S8 Pro Ultra – Best for Automation Under $2,000

The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra costs $1,599, weighs 10.3 lbs, with 6,000Pa suction.

We ran it for 25 days—its dual vibrating mops and 6,000Pa suction cleaned hardwood and carpets flawlessly. “It’s like a maid,” says Tom, our tech guy. The all-in-one dock washes, dries, and empties, and LiDAR navigation dodged obstacles. At 13.9”x3.8”, it’s sleek, but it’s pricey, and the dock is bulky.

Cons? High cost and large dock. Still, it’s a hands-off dream.

✅ Pros

• 6,000Pa suction
• Dual vibrating mops
• Self-washing dock
• LiDAR navigation
• Carpet-safe mop lift

⚠️ Cons

• Expensive at $1,599
• Bulky dock

⭐ Rating: 4.7 / 5

3. Ecovacs Deebot T50 Pro Omni – Best for Hard Floors Under $2,000

The Ecovacs Deebot T50 Pro Omni is $1,499, weighs 11 lbs, with 8,000Pa suction.

We tested it for 22 days—its dual rotating mops and 8,000Pa suction excelled on tile and hardwood. “My floors sparkle,” says Emma, our host. The slim 3.3” design and auto-empty dock with hot-water mop washing impressed, but obstacle avoidance struggled with cords, and mopping isn’t carpet-friendly.

Cons? Weak obstacle avoidance and no carpet mopping. Still, it’s a hard-floor hero.

✅ Pros

• 8,000Pa suction
• Dual rotating mops
• Hot-water mop wash
• Slim 3.3” design
• Auto-empty dock

⚠️ Cons

• Poor obstacle avoidance
• Mopping not carpet-safe

⭐ Rating: 4.5 / 5

Why These Vacuums?

We tested 60+ days across carpets, hardwood, and tile, focusing on suction, navigation, and mopping. All under $2,000, they deliver premium cleaning.