Roborock H7 Review

After the S7 launch, Roborock recently unveiled another product, the H7. It’s an upgrade over the previous H6 model. Despite having similar design elements, it has some exciting upgrades that we’ll look at in this review.

Features

The H7 is Roborock’s second cordless stick vacuum with the same design cues as the previous H6 model. But this version is slightly bigger, with more power, plus the option to use as a bagged vacuum.

Despite the larger form factor, the weight increase isn’t much (only a little over an ounce), which is excellent news since it retains the compact and light design.

Let’s go through these upgrades one by one.

More Power

Roborock increases the H7’s power over the H6 by ten air watts. I verified this uptick by putting the H7 through two different tests – an airflow and suction test.

The H7 has up to 14% more airflow and a 47% increase in suction, which is more than the ten air watt figure given by Roborock. Please note that I did the suction test only on the highest setting.

This uptick in airflow and suction is confirmed in the cleaning tests (more below) as it had better overall scores, particularly on carpet.

Larger Dustbin

The next upgrade is the bigger dustbin – around 25% more (500 ml vs. 400ml). This enables the H7 to hold more dirt and necessitate fewer trips to the trash bin.

Bagged and Bagless Capability

Most vacuums are bagged or bagless, meaning they use a bag or hold dirt in a plastic container. The H7 is the first one I’ve seen that offers users both options. By default, the H7 is a bagless vacuum, but it includes an insert that converts it to a bagged vacuum.

To convert to a bagged system, remove the filter assembly, attach the insert, then slide the bag.

Users will get two bags out of the box.

One advantage of using a bagged system is that there’s less exposure to allergens when emptying it. Roborock added this feature to address this concern raised by some of its customers.

The H7 bag looks like this. It has a narrow transparent portion to check if it’s full or not.

One downside of the H7 bag is its small capacity – it will require more frequent replacements.

The bag has a tab beneath that closes the bag when pulled, sealing the contents in place, preventing debris from coming out.

Magnetized Attachments and Magbase

All the H7 tools are magnetized, so they can be stuck to a metal surface like a refrigerator for quick access.

This model also has a wall-mountable dock Roborock calls “Magbase,” where users can store the attachments.

Faster Recharge

The H7 will recharge in just 2.5 hours, 37% faster than the H6 (4 hours). I like this upgrade because it reduces wait time. It’s an essential improvement, since the H7’s battery isn’t detachable, leaving no option to buy an extra one.

Mop add-on

Roborock will sell a mopping attachment to extend the H7’s functionality to mop floors.

Cleaning Nozzle

Roborock retains a similarly designed brush attachment with the H7. It only comes with the standard nozzle, not the soft roller attachment, which is disappointing since it could have added more value for consumers.

One difference with the H7 brush is that users can’t remove the brush from the frame. Not a big deal, but I’d prefer something with a detachable brush, so it’s easier to clean.

What I like about the H7 brush is the seal underneath that improves efficiency by funneling debris towards the brush.

Dustbin Design and Capacity

The H7 retains the same design as the H6 with some subtle improvements. One of which is the filter lock over the primary filter, which was absent in the H6.

As I mentioned earlier, the H7 has 20% more dirt capacity than the H6 at 500 ml, so there’s no need to empty it as often.

Aside from the capacity increase, everything remains the same, including the trap door design for disposing of dirt.

Even if it lacks a hygienic system, most debris will fall into the bin when opened. Having the option to use it as a bagged system does provide users a way to empty it without direct exposure to allergens.

Unfortunately, it isn’t a totally sealed system as there were leaks during the fog test.

Airflow

I measured power using an anemometer and water lift gauge, revealing an increase over the H6.

Here are the results after the airflow test with the cleaning nozzle.

• Low: 18.99 CFM
• Mid: 24.87 CFM
• Max: 36.61 CFM

And the results at the extension wand.

• Low: 21.94 CFM
• Mid: 28.52 CFM
• Max: 47 CFM

One of the new experiments I’ve added is the water lift test using a vacuum gauge. The H7 had a staggering 48% increase over the H6 at 90 inches of water lift (H6 only had 55″ of water lift).

Cleaning Performance

Next, we’ll look at how well the H7 picked up various debris types, such as pet litter, Quaker Oats, coffee grounds, quinoa, and sand.

It did pretty well, better than the H6, especially on carpet, verifying the power increase in the H7.

• Overall: 95.76%
• Hard floor: 88.05%
• Sand on hard floor: 99.5%
• Carpet: 99.52%
• Deep cleaning: 96%

One thing you’ll notice is the sub-90% score on hard floors, which I’ll explain below. Aside from that, it performed excellently in the other tests, especially on carpet, where it did well in both the surface and embedded-debris experiments.

Hard Floor Results

• Quaker oats: 52.4%
• Coffee grounds: 100%
• Quinoa: 100%
• Pet litter: 99.8%

You’ll notice it did a horrible job cleaning Quaker Oats with only a 52.4% score. It wasn’t a pick-up issue but a clearance issue. The standard brush attachment didn’t have enough clearance for the quaker oat pile to fit through, so it snowplowed it forward.

Sand on Hard Floor

Cleaning sand is one of the toughest types of debris to pick up, especially with a standard brush attachment. The H7 achieved an average of 99.5% across two tests. Please note that I used the max setting to pick up the remaining sand crumbs after the first few passes.

It’s still a decent score, and I like that the brush has a seal behind the roller, so debris is funneled towards the suction chamber.

Edge Cleaning

The H7 also did well in the edge cleaning, picking up most of the coffee grounds in a few passes. This is another proof of the H7 suction increase.

Unfortunately, it didn’t pick up everything on the quarter-inch crevice test.

You can see it left some quinoa on the far right portion, even at the max setting.

Hair Wrap Test on Hard Floors

Next, we’ll look at how well the H7 resisted hair tangles. I tested it on five-, seven-, and nine-inch strands until the hair wrapped on the brush.

• 5-inch strands: 100% in the dustbin; 0% on the brush
• 7-inch strands: 100% in the dustbin; 0% on the brush
• 9-inch strands: 30% in the dustbin; 70% on the brush

It did well on five- and seven-inch strands, but its limit was nine inches, which is pretty good since this vacuum doesn’t have an active anti-tangle system.

Carpet Results

The Roborock H7 excels at cleaning carpets, and the numbers prove it.

Low Pile Results

• Quaker oats: 99.2%
• Coffee grounds: 98.4%
• Quinoa: 100%
• Pet litter: 100%

It did well in low pile carpet, picking up in the high 90s with two perfect quinoa and pet litter scores. Again, this is evidence of the higher suction and airflow. Compared to the Dyson V8, it has higher averages on this surface.

Mid Pile Results

• Quaker oats: 99%
• Coffee grounds: 99.6%
• Quinoa: 100%
• Pet litter: 100%

Surprisingly, the H7 did better on mid-pile carpet, especially on coffee grounds. One reason could be that I used the max setting and did more passes. But regardless, this vacuum is an excellent carpet-cleaning option compared to similarly priced models like the Dyson V8 and Tineco A11.

Deep Cleaning Test

Another strength of the H7 is its deep cleaning ability. Not as good as the Dyson V11 or V15, but it’s decent for a cordless vacuum. It achieved an average of 96% across two tests, but please note that I used the max setting for these experiments.

Hair Wrap Test on Carpet

I also did a hair wrap test on carpet to check how well the H7 resists tangles compared to hard floors.

And the results are impressive for a vacuum without an active anti-tangle system.

• 5-inch strands: 100% in the dustbin; 0% on the brush
• 7-inch strands: 100% in the dustbin; 0% on the brush
• 9-inch strands: 100% in the dustbin; 0% on the brush
• 11-inch strands: 85% in the dustbin; 15% on the brush

It resisted tangles from the five, seven, and nine-inch strands, but the limit is eleven inches. But it still picked up 85% with the eleven-inch test, so I’d consider it an excellent score.

Run Time

I tested the Roborock H7 with various configurations, and it exceeded the claimed 90-minute runtime. It lasted 91 minutes at the lowest setting with the crevice tool attached.

Here are the complete results.

This is an improvement over the H6, which only lasted around 86 minutes before shutting off during the run-time experiment.

Please note that the battery isn’t detachable, so there’s no way to double the runtime.

Noise Levels

Unfortunately, the H7 isn’t quiet. I tested it with a sound meter (main nozzle attached), and it exceeded 70 decibels in all three tests.

• Low: 70.6 dB
• Mid: 71.9 dB
• Max: 76.2 dB

Availability of Parts

Since the H7 is new, the only place to buy replacement parts, such as bags and filters, is directly from Roborock. Only time will tell if the H7 will gain popularity, so right now it’s limited.

Product Specifications

Where to Buy?

The Roborock H7 will be available in online stores like Amazon. Please check the link below for the latest pricing information.

• Roborock H7 on Amazon

Disclaimer: I will earn a commission if you purchase through the link above, but at no extra cost, so it’s a win-win for us!

Does the Roborock H7 offer good value?

The enhancements Roborock put in the H7 make it a compelling option even at its current price point, which is at the level of a Dyson V8 and Tineco A11. Its ability to clean carpet is among the best I’ve tested and makes a good value alternative since it doubles as a bagged vacuum.

One concern for me is the leaks during the fog test, which was an issue with the Tineco A11. However, the leaks aren’t as evident as Tineco, so it’s a bit better in this area.

The lack of a soft roller attachment is a letdown. I was hoping Roborock add this feature for more value-add. However, as it is, this vacuum still offers excellent value because it cleans carpets as well as a Dyson and Tineco with a longer-lasting battery.

5 Reasons to buy the Roborock H7

1. Long run time: The H7 exceeded its 90-minute claim by one minute. If you need something that will run for an extended period, the H7 is an excellent option.
2. Bagged or bagless functionality: This cord-free product can function as a bagless or bagged vacuum – a first of its kind.
3. Excellent at cleaning carpet: The bump in power enables the H7 to clean carpet better than the previous H6 model. It’s one of the better options for deep cleaning carpet.
4. Magnetized tools: All the cleaning attachments included in the package are magnetized – you can stick them on a metallic surface (e.g., on the fridge) for easy storage.
5. Lithium Polymer battery: Roborock says the lithium polymer battery is designed to last long. I have the H6, and I didn’t notice much degradation with run time.

The Verdict

After testing the H7 for the past few days, I’m impressed by its overall cleaning performance, especially on carpet. It’s one of the better options at debris pick up on this surface without breaking the bank on the Dyson V11 Torque Drive, Outsize, or V15 Detect.

There are some issues, like the not-as-sharp steering and partial leaks during the fog tests.

But as it is, this product can clean carpets in small to mid-sized homes, thanks to its extended run time.

Hair pick-up is surprisingly good for a vacuum without an active tangle system, so it’s a viable option for pet owners, at least for cleaning pet hair on floors.