8 Best Robot Vacuums for Carpet 2025

The Lefant M210P is a budget-friendly powerhouse that punches well above its weight, especially for carpeted homes. With 4,000Pa of suction, it delivers deep-cleaning performance on medium-pile carpets, lifting embedded dirt and pet hair with ease. Its tangle-free rubber brushes and self-adjusting height ensure it doesn’t get bogged down by fibers, a common pain point for pet owners. What truly sets it apart is its ultra-quiet ≤55dB operation, making it ideal for homes with light sleepers or pets that spook easily.

In real-world testing, the M210P handles transitions between hardwood and carpet smoothly, maintaining consistent suction thanks to its smart auto-boost feature. The 2.99-inch slim profile lets it glide under sofas and beds where dust accumulates, while the edge-sweeping brush captures debris along baseboards. However, its Freemove 3.0 navigation, while improved, still struggles in cluttered rooms—occasionally circling or getting momentarily stuck. On large-area jobs, the 200-minute runtime shines, easily covering up to 1,500 sq. ft., though it’s best to avoid zigzag mode on thick carpets to prevent inefficient overlap.

Compared to pricier models like the Roborock Q10 S5+, the M210P lacks advanced mapping and mopping, but it holds its own as a dedicated carpet-cleaning workhorse. It’s a smarter choice than basic robot vacs like the ILIFE V5s Plus, offering longer runtime and stronger suction. For those who want app and voice control without breaking the bank, this Lefant delivers impressive value—offering more runtime and quieter operation than similarly priced models, even if its navigation isn’t the most precise.

The Roborock Q10 S5+ redefines what a high-end robot vacuum should be, especially for carpet-heavy homes. With a staggering 10,000Pa of HyperForce suction, it rips embedded pet hair and fine dust from high-pile carpets like no other in its class. Its Smart Carpet Care with ultrasonic detection doesn’t just identify carpets—it automatically lifts the mop pad and boosts suction, ensuring deep cleaning without wetting delicate rugs. For pet owners, the Dual Anti-Tangle System with JawScrapers Comb brush is a game-changer, drastically reducing hair wrap maintenance.

Performance-wise, the Q10 S5+ is a beast. The VibraRise 2.0 mopping system delivers 3,000 vibrations per minute, scrubbing tile and hardwood to a shine while lifting 8mm over carpets seamlessly. In our tests, it covered a 2,000 sq. ft. home in under 90 minutes, thanks to PreciSense LiDAR navigation that maps rooms in precise grid patterns. Even in dim lighting or cluttered spaces, ReactiveTech obstacle avoidance prevented snags with impressive accuracy. That said, the 70-day self-empty station is a luxury—but only if you have space, as the base is bulky.

When compared to the Shark AI Ultra, the Q10 S5+ offers superior suction, smarter navigation, and better mopping, though at nearly double the price. Against the eufy C10, it’s in a different league—offering mopping, stronger suction, and better obstacle detection. It’s the best overall robot vacuum for carpet, especially for homes that want hands-free cleaning for weeks. If you’re after maximum automation, deep carpet cleaning, and spotless mopping, this Roborock delivers a level of performance that justifies its premium tag.

Don’t let its modest price fool you—the ILIFE V5s Plus is a no-frills workhorse built for small to medium carpeted spaces. While it lacks the raw power of premium models, its 2,600mAh battery delivers 110 minutes of solid runtime, enough to clean up to 1,290 sq. ft. Its 12mm climbing ability ensures it transitions smoothly over door thresholds and low-pile rugs without getting stuck, a common issue in budget bots. The 5 cleaning modes, including edge and spot cleaning, offer surprising flexibility for targeted messes on carpeted corners.

In practice, the V5s Plus follows a random navigation pattern, which means it can miss spots or retrace paths—especially in larger homes. It handles pet hair decently with its dual brushes, but tangling can occur if long hair isn’t pre-vacuumed. The included mopping function is basic: a microfiber pad stays damp over time, smearing dirt rather than scrubbing. Still, for light mopping after vacuuming, it’s a bonus. On carpet, it performs best in Max mode, where suction increases—though noise also rises, making it less ideal for nighttime use.

Compared to the Lefant M210P, the V5s Plus has shorter runtime and weaker suction, but it’s slightly cheaper and includes mopping. It’s a step down from the Roborock Q7 L5 in navigation and power, but for users who want basic app control and voice commands on a tight budget, it fills the gap. If you’re in a small apartment with mixed flooring and need a simple, affordable robot that handles light carpet cleaning, the V5s Plus gets the job done—just don’t expect precision or deep-cleaning mastery.

The Shark AI Ultra is engineered for one thing: conquering pet hair on carpet. With Shark’s signature self-cleaning brushroll and powerful suction, it digs deep into plush and medium-pile carpets, extracting fur, dander, and debris that other bots leave behind. Its Matrix Clean Navigation ensures no spot is missed—cleaning in tight, grid-like rows with multiple passes, ideal for high-traffic carpeted areas. For homes with shedding pets, this is a game-changing level of deep cleaning without daily intervention.

Real-world testing shows the Shark AI Ultra excels in large, carpet-dominant homes up to 2,500 sq. ft. Thanks to Recharge and Resume, it maps the space, cleans until low battery, then returns to finish the job—eliminating coverage gaps. The 60-day self-empty base is a major convenience, especially since it’s bagless, saving ongoing costs. However, its LiDAR navigation, while accurate, sometimes misreads dark furniture or glass doors, leading to bumps. And while it avoids stairs well, it can struggle with cords and loose rugs.

Against the Shark Navigator RV2120AE, it’s nearly identical in performance and features—just a rebranded model. Compared to the Roborock Q10 S5+, it lacks mopping and advanced obstacle avoidance but matches in self-emptying and suction. It’s better than the eufy C10 in carpet cleaning power and coverage. For pet owners with large carpeted homes, this Shark delivers exceptional hair pickup and long-term convenience—offering more powerful carpet agitation and better deep-clean results than most bots in its class.

The eufy C10 hits a sweet spot between affordability and smart features, making it the best value robot vacuum with carpet detection. Its 4,000Pa suction is strong enough to pull dirt from medium-pile carpets, while the laser-guided LiDAR navigation creates accurate home maps for efficient, systematic cleaning. The standout feature? Carpet detection with auto suction boost—it senses when it’s on carpet and ramps up power, then lowers it on hard floors to save battery, a rare find at this price.

In testing, the C10 covered a 1,800 sq. ft. home in about two hours, using optimized cleaning paths that minimized overlap. The 3L self-empty station holds up to 60 days of debris, cutting down on maintenance—perfect for pet owners. Its 2.85-inch slim body slips under low furniture, and the CornerRover side brush extends to grab dust in tight corners. That said, it struggles with dark carpets or low-reflectivity surfaces, where LiDAR can lose tracking. And while it avoids major obstacles, it may nudge into chair legs.

Compared to the Lefant M210P, the C10 offers better navigation and self-emptying, but lacks voice control integration. Against the Roborock Q7 L5, it has similar suction and navigation but no mopping. It’s more advanced than the ILIFE V5s Plus in mapping and automation. For those who want smart carpet detection and hands-free emptying without overspending, the C10 delivers more intelligence and convenience per dollar—making it a smarter long-term investment than basic budget models.

The Roborock Q7 L5 is the best budget option for high-suction carpet cleaning with mopping, delivering flagship-level performance at a mid-range price. Its 8,000Pa HyperForce suction obliterates dust, crumbs, and pet hair from carpets, rivaling models twice its cost. The Dual Anti-Tangle Brushes prevent hair wrap, a major win for pet owners, while LiDAR navigation ensures it maps homes quickly and cleans in efficient, straight lines. For carpeted homes that also have hard floors, this combo is a rare balance of power and versatility.

In real use, the Q7 L5 handles multi-room layouts with ease, saving up to three floor maps—perfect for split-level homes. The 270ml water tank allows simultaneous vacuuming and mopping, with three flow levels to avoid soaking carpets. The mop lifts slightly on carpet transitions, but not as high as the Q10 S5+, so caution is needed on thick rugs. It avoids obstacles reasonably well, though it may bump into chair legs. The integrated dustbin and water tank design is compact but requires frequent emptying in pet-heavy homes.

Compared to the Q10 S5+, it lacks 70-day self-emptying and ultrasonic carpet detection, but it’s less than a quarter of the price. Against the eufy C10, it offers mopping and stronger suction, though without self-emptying. For users who want high-power carpet cleaning and basic mopping without overspending, the Q7 L5 is a performance leader in its class—delivering better suction and smarter navigation than most sub-$150 robots.

The Shark Navigator RV2120AE is built for large carpeted homes where coverage and pet hair pickup are non-negotiable. With up to 50% more suction than competitors, it powers through thick rugs, pulling out deeply embedded fur and debris. Its SmartPath Navigation uses spot LiDAR to map rooms and clean in row-by-row patterns, ensuring up to 1.5x more coverage than random-path bots. For homes over 2,000 sq. ft., this means fewer missed spots and faster clean times.

In testing, the RV2120AE tackled full-home cleans with confidence, using Recharge and Resume to complete jobs in multiple cycles. The 60-day bagless self-empty base is a major plus—no ongoing cost for dust bags. The anti-hair wrap brushroll handled long pet hair well, though occasional manual cleaning was needed. It detects larger obstacles but still bumps into low furniture. While it transitions carpets smoothly, it doesn’t boost suction automatically like smarter models.

Compared to the Shark AI Ultra, it’s nearly identical—likely a variant for different retailers. Against the Roborock Q10 S5+, it lacks mopping and advanced obstacle avoidance but matches in suction and self-emptying. It outperforms the eufy C10 in carpet cleaning depth. For large homes with mostly carpet and shedding pets, this Shark delivers unmatched coverage and powerful pickup—offering more consistent deep cleaning across vast carpeted areas than most mid-priced robots.

The eufy 11S MAX is the quietest robot vacuum for carpet cleaning, making it ideal for homes that value peace and discretion. At just 2.85 inches tall, it glides under furniture with ease, while its BoostIQ technology automatically ramps up suction in 1.5 seconds when it hits carpet, ensuring deep cleaning without manual input. Operating at a near-silent level—comparable to a microwave—it can run during naps, work calls, or late at night without disturbance.

In real-world use, the 11S MAX delivers solid 100-minute runtime on hardwood, slightly less on carpet, covering up to 1,200 sq. ft. Its infrared sensors help avoid falls and major obstacles, though it lacks LiDAR, relying on reactive navigation that can feel haphazard. It handles low-pile carpets well but struggles on thicker rugs where suction isn’t sustained. Without app or WiFi, all controls are via remote or panel buttons, limiting automation. Still, for simple, quiet cleaning, it excels.

Compared to the Lefant M210P, it’s quieter and slimmer, but lacks smart features. Against the ILIFE V5s Plus, it’s more discreet but less flexible. For those who prioritize silence and low profile over connectivity, the 11S MAX is unmatched—offering a stealthy clean that disturbs no one, even if it falls short in smart capabilities and carpet depth.