Q7 M5

RTINGS found dependable everyday hard-floor pickup and effective removal of carpet pet hair. TechRadar likewise collected substantial dog hair and mixed debris in its home test, though it found edges less thoroughly cleaned. That supports buying it for regular vacuuming in accessible rooms, rather than expecting it to reach every corner.

TechRadar praised mapping and the ability to cross its thresholds. RTINGS encountered more frequent sticking around rugs, cords and clutter. Those observations are compatible with a robot that maps rooms adequately but lacks effective small-object recognition. Our interpretation is that the layout and preparation of a home matter more here than the suction headline.

The fixed pad does not lift above carpet. TechRadar found it removed a dried food smear but left the floor wetter than expected. RTINGS also found useful light stain removal, while stopping short of treating it as a replacement for scrubbing. Set up separate suitable hard-floor runs and handle the pad yourself afterward.

The reviewed Q7 M5 has a charge-only station, leaving bin emptying, water filling and pad washing to the owner. TechRadar also encountered occasional app glitches and hair wrapping around the roller. The small dock can suit a room where a large station will not fit, provided those regular chores are acceptable.