New robot vacuum from Anker: eufy RoboVac 11S Max

The technology manufacturer Anker launched the new Max series of RoboVacs in Germany and Austria at the end of last week under the smart home brand "eufy". The first device that can be pre-ordered now and will be available from the end of June 2019 is called eufy RoboVac 11S Max. The vacuum robot offers a suction power of 2.000 Pa and, according to the manufacturer, can even suck in steel balls. Interesting for those who shy away from buying accessories: the filter of the device is washable and therefore more sustainable than the filters of other vacuum robots. Using BoostIQ technology, the vacuum cleaner robot itself adjusts the suction power and brush speed, e.g. B. on a carpet.

Data on the anchor eufy RoboVac 11S Max

The eufy RoboVac 11S Max from Anker should be a real alternative to current top sellers with its elegant, space-saving design and smart functions. The Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum and the Xiaomi / Roborock S50 vacuum and mopping robot exposed. Like the latter, the first device in the Max series from eufy also brings 2.000 Pa; plus a larger dust and dirt container with a capacity of 600 ml. I have listed one disadvantage in comparison below.

Here are some technical data from the Anker eufy RoboVac 11S Max data sheet, which can give you an insight:

• Manufacturer: Anker
• Brand: eufy
• Model: RoboVac 11S Max
• Device type: Robot vacuum cleaner
• Height: 72,5 mm
• Main brush: roller brush
• Side brushes: 2
• Max. Suction force: 2.000 Pa
• Max. Battery life: 100 minutes (1 h 40 min)
• Filter: Washable E11 Uni-Filter
• Cleaning modes: 4 modes - automatic, clean edges, spot clean, 30s quick clean
• Remote control: Yes
• Cleaning schedule: Yes, daily
• Obstacle detection: yes
• Automatic edge / step detection: Yes
• Overcoming obstacles: 15 mm
• Volume: 55 dB
• Regular price in euros: 239,99 EUR
• Pre-order offer: until June 30, 2019 only 167,99 EUR
• Pre-order eufy RoboVac 11S Max: eufylife Germany

Comparison with the Xiaomi / Roborock S50

I already linked you to the Xiaomi / Roborock S50 review. The vacuum cleaning robot with mopping function is the 2nd generation of the popular Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum. It brings many advantages and practical functions. Below you can find the comparison of its data with that of the new Anker device.

Disadvantages make the eufy RoboVac 11S Max less than competitive

And now to a notable disadvantage of the new robotic vacuum cleaner: it lacks the laser sensors for room recognition. This means that he does not - like the Xiaomi, Roborock or even 360 models - create a map of the room and then systematically scan it. Rather, the RoboVac 11S Max drives uncoordinated back and forth. That may be fine in a small room. Cleaning the whole apartment like this can take a long time. Especially since the device has to charge the battery again after a maximum of 100 minutes. For dust on the edges, dirt in certain places, etc. there are the above-mentioned modes, so that the device can perhaps still be used in larger apartments as a support for manual vacuuming ...

Which vacuum cleaner robot can you recommend?

“Smart Home” is no longer a hip buzzword, but a reality that many people live by. From automatic shutters to fully networked sound systems to housework, there are many solutions. One of them is the good old vacuum robot. If you use one and can recommend one, please leave a comment. Also and especially when it is not a eufy or Xiaomi model;) 

Jen Kleinholz( Founder & Sir Apfelot )

Jens has been running the blog since 2012. He acts as Sir Apfelot for his readers and helps them with technical problems. In his spare time he rides electric unicycles, takes photos (preferably with the iPhone, of course), climbs around in the Hessian mountains or hikes with the family. His articles deal with Apple products, news from the world of drones or solutions to current bugs.