
Best Robot Vaccum Cleaners in India
Last published/edited on 2025-04-03
In India, the robot vacuum cleaners can be divided into 3 segments - Budget Segment: Under ₹15,000, Mid-Range: ₹15,000 – ₹25,000, Upper Mid-Range: ₹25,000 – ₹35,000. Lets dive into why should we get one.
Consistent Daily Cleaning Without Effort - Schedule and forget Improves Health & Hygine - Regular cleaning = reduce allergens and cleanliness improved in homes with pets and kids. Some cleaners have HEPA filters which can trap fine dust and allergens better than traditional sweeping. Great for Working families and Busy Parents Cost -Effective Over Time - Lasts for 3-5 years. So we hit breakeven in ~9-12 months
Here’s the comparison between Housemaid and Robomop in all the major topics.
There are some important things to watch and learn about a robot cleaning mop while deciding to purchase one - Smart features(for scheduled cleaning, app/voice control, Mapping the house area etc.,), Battery life, Cleaning solutions(Wet and Dry cleaning + mopping), Noise levels, Suction capacity, Run time. In this post, we will cover the Mid-Range cleaners, and in subsequent posts, we will also cover the budget and premium segments as well.
Best robot vacuum cleaners under 25,000 Firstly, let's learn about the tech we get in this budget. Mostly, we see LiDAR
- LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging). It sends laser beams around to detect walls, furniture, and obstacles.
- Creates accurate 2D floor maps in real time.
- Used in ILIFE A20 Pro, Dreame D10s, ILIFE T10 Svacuum cleaners.
- Works well even in the dark.
- Enables smart zonal cleaning, restricted areas, and room memory.
3D Mapping (LiDAR + Structured Light / AI Camera)
- Combines LiDAR with 3D camera vision to understand real-world shapes like toys, wires, and shoes — not just walls. So it has advanced object detection.
- Also provides depth to mapping decreasing the chances of getting stuck.
- Used in Narwal Freo X Plus.
- Gyro + Basic Sensors (Ecovacs Y1 Pro)
- Basic gyroscope(measures rotational moment) + infrared sensors used for mapping.
- Good for open floors, not great in cluttered spaces. Follows patterns like “S” or “Z” shape, but less accurate.
- Used in Ecovacs Y1 Pro
Our Top Picks
ILIFE A20 Pro
- Uses LiDAR.
- Suction - 6500pa
- Runtime - 240min
- Cleaning area per charge - ~4000 sqft
- Floor mapping - yes
- Great balance for Indian homes with furniture, carpets.
- Do not support automatic dust disposal and require manual emptying of the dustbin.
Dreame D10s plus
- Uses LiDar.
- Suction -5,000Pa
- Runtime - 280min
- Cleaning area per charge - ~4000 sqft
- Floor mapping - yes
- Great balance for Indian homes with furniture, carpets.
- Includes an auto-empty base that transfers debris from the robot's dustbin into a larger dust bag automatically after each cleaning session.
ILIFE T10 S
- Suction - 4000pa
- Runtime - 240min
- Cleaning area per charge - ~3500 sqft
- Floor mapping - yes
- Navigation - LiDar
- Good if you want LiDAR but want to save ₹2k–₹3k.
- Slightly lower suction, still a good performer
- Do not support automatic dust disposal and require manual emptying of the dustbin.
Ecovacs Y1 Pro
- No LiDAR, uses gyroscope and sensors.
- Longest runtime, but mapping and object handling are basic.
- Do not support automatic dust disposal and require manual emptying of the dustbin.
- These above are the top picks for the under 25k category(mid-range). If you're looking for smart mapping and efficient cleaning, the ILIFE A20 Pro and Dreame D10s stand out with their LiDAR-powered SLAM navigation. They balance performance, reliability, and precision. But if you can expand your pockets a little more and spend 2k more we can get Narwal Freo X+
Narwal Freo X+
- Most advanced tech (3D + LiDAR + AI).
- Best at avoiding socks, wires, pet bowls, etc.
- Features a self-emptying dustbin, allowing for extended periods without manual intervention.
- Ideal if you're okay spending ₹2k more. (~27K)