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Kärcher

RCV 5

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Our take

Kärcher RCV 5

Easy to set up and pleasant to maintain, but the navigation is not good enough for us to recommend it over stronger Roborock, Dreame or eufy alternatives at a similar price.

What people like

Independent testing praises quick setup, easy maintenance, effective mapping and straightforward app control.

Common complaints

It can get stuck mounting carpets and sometimes appears confused during cleaning, so it needs more supervision than a good modern robot vacuum should.

Best for

Homes prioritising lidar navigation.

Skip it if

Buyers who need a robot that is available to buy immediately.

What stands out
  • LiDAR navigation — positioning technology helps the robot work out where it is.
  • Cameras help the robot recognise its surroundings and nearby objects.

Reviews

Editorial reviews

Customer feedback

4.6/5 · 37 customer ratings at Kärcher

These are customer ratings collected by the store, separate from the editorial reviews above.

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Prices and availability

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