Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
CA.ROBOROCK vs Hoover
Where CA.ROBOROCK and Hoover differ
| Compare |  CA.ROBOROCK |  Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | Saros 20, Qrevo S Pro, Q7 L5 | HG4, HG2 Hydro TurboSlim, HG2 Hydro ProTurboSlim |
| Entry price | CA$229.99 | £64.99 |
| Flagship price | CA$1,949.99 | £319.99 |
| Top suction (Pa) | 36,000Higher | 5,000 |
| Mop type | Spinning | Pad |
| Obstacle avoidance | Camera AI | None |
| Height (cm) | 7.98Lower | 8.3 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 to 5 yearsHigher |
| Markets | CA | GB |
| Runtime | Not confirmed | 160 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | Not confirmed | 800 |
| Matter support | Yes | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Self-empty dock (Yes), LiDAR navigation (Yes), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- Hoover scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 8.8.
- Top suction (Pa) is higher at CA.ROBOROCK: 36,000 vs 5,000.
- Height (cm) is lower at CA.ROBOROCK: 7.98 vs 8.3.
- Warranty is higher at Hoover: 1 to 5 years vs 1 year.
- Support channels: only Hoover offers Chat.
- Founded is lower at Hoover: 1908 vs 2014.
- Products: only Hoover offers Stick, Upright, Handheld.
- Markets: only CA.ROBOROCK offers CA.
- Markets: only Hoover offers GB.
Our verdict on each
CA.ROBOROCK
Its 36,000 Pa peak suction sits near the front of the robot vacuum field, which is the strongest reason to look here.
Hoover
Hoover suits UK buyers who want a full floor-care and cooking range in one place, backed by a Haier legal entity and long parts availability. Its entry vacuum price of £64.99 sits well inside the category, while the flagship reaches £319.99 with lidar and a self-empty dock.
Score breakdown
| Area | CA.ROBOROCK | Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.4Entry price of CAD 229.99 ranks 40 of 65, and the flagship costs CAD 1,949.99. | 9.5HigherEntry price £64.99 is competitive, and the flagship holds at £319.99. |
| Offer | 9.3HigherA self empty dock, Lidar, Matter and a spare parts shop cover what most robot vacuum buyers look for. | 9.2Spare parts shop plus 10 years of parts, with vacuum warranty of 1 to 5 years. |
| Trust | 8.6Warranty of 1 year is brief, yet email, phone and help centre and a spare parts shop steady ownership. | 9.8HigherBacked by Haier Smart Home UK&I Ltd, founded 1908, support across email, chat and phone. |
How they place
| Ranking | CA.ROBOROCK | Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Robot vacuums | 8 of 49 | 3 of 49 |
| Robot vacuum and mop combos | 13 of 60 | 6 of 60 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | CA.ROBOROCK | Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | China | United Kingdom |
Additional countries for CA.ROBOROCK: 1. Additional countries for Hoover: 1.
Which one suits you
Pick CA.ROBOROCK if top suction (pa) and height (cm) matter most.
Pick Hoover if warranty matter most.
Every fact side by side
| Fact | CA.ROBOROCK | Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Robot vacuum, Wet dry | Robot vacuum, Stick, Upright, Wet dry, HandheldCovers more |
| Legal entity | Roborock Technology Co. Ltd | Haier Smart Home UK&I Ltd |
| Headquarters | China | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 2014 | 1908Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centreCovers more |
Home appliances
| Fact | CA.ROBOROCK | Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | £119 |
| Energy class | Not confirmed | A |
| Annual energy use (kWh) | Not confirmed | 40 |
| Capacity | Not confirmed | 9 kg |
| Dimensions | Not confirmed | 59.5x52.1x85 |
| Spare parts period | Not confirmed | 10 years |
| Installation offered | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Installation fee | Not confirmed | £20 to £99 |
| Mobile app | Not confirmed | Yes |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | CA.ROBOROCK | Hoover | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top suction (Pa) | 36,000highest quarter | 5,000lowest quarter | 15,000 |
| Runtime | Not confirmed | 160above the median | 120 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | Not confirmed | 800above the median | 700 |
| Height (cm) | 7.98lowest quarter | 8.3lowest quarter | 9.8 |
| Warranty | 1 yearbelow the median | 1 to 5 yearshighest quarter | 2 years |
Median across 66 listed brands.
Pros and cons
CA.ROBOROCK
Pros
- Peak suction of 36,000 Pa ranks 3 of 46, so the flagship pulls hard for the money
- The flagship pairs that suction with a self empty dock, Lidar and Matter, so one machine handles mapping, docking and smart home links
- A spare parts shop keeps brushes, filters and pads available after purchase, so wear items can be replaced without hunting elsewhere
Cons
- The warranty runs 1 year, which is short beside the outlay on the flagship, so a fault after that point lands on you
- Entry price of CAD 229.99 ranks 40 of 65, so the cheapest robot here is not the cheapest on the market
- The range covers robot vacuum and wet dry only, so a stick, upright or handheld vacuum means a second brand such as Daewoo Electricals or Ewbank
Hoover
Pros
- Entry price of £64.99 places Hoover near the front of the field on price at entry, and the flagship adds lidar and a self-empty dock.
- The range covers robot vacuum, stick and upright, so a single brand covers robot, stick, upright, wet-dry and handheld cleaning.
- Support runs on email, chat and phone, and a spare parts shop plus 10 years of parts cover keeps machines in service.
Cons
- Suction of 5,000 Pa sits below a category median of 15,000 Pa, so deep carpet pile is not the strong suit.
- Obstacle avoidance is listed as none, which leaves cables and clutter to be moved by hand.
- Suction ranks 40 of 46 brands, and the flagship rank is 29 of 66.
Who each suits
CA.ROBOROCK
Who it suits
- Canadian households that want one machine to vacuum and mop, with the dock handling the emptying
- Buyers who put suction power and smart home links above the length of the warranty term
- Shoppers who want spare parts and phone support to still be there a few years after purchase
Who should look elsewhere
- You want a stick or handheld vacuum in the same basket, since robot vacuum and wet dry covers robot vacuum and wet dry only. Daewoo Electricals lists more.
- You want a robot sold in several markets, since CA covers Canada only. Philips names its own HomeRun and OneUp ranges as a second set to weigh.
Hoover
Who it suits
- Households wanting robots, stick, upright, wet-dry and handheld models under one roof
- GB shoppers who prioritise entry price over peak suction
- Buyers who value a spare parts shop and 10 years of parts cover
Who should look elsewhere
- Homes with thick carpet where suction of 5,000 Pa is not enough
- Buyers who want object recognition, since obstacle avoidance is none
- Shoppers outside GB
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Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | CA.ROBOROCK | Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | Yes | No |
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
Questions about each
CA.ROBOROCK
How much does the cheapest CA.ROBOROCK robot vacuum cost?+
The entry model is priced at CAD 229.99, and the brand ranks 40 of 65 on entry price. That places it above the middle of the robot vacuum field, so the money goes on the navigation stack rather than on bare floor sweeping. Read it as a premium entry point, not a budget machine.
What does the top of the range cost?+
The flagship is priced at CAD 1,949.99, and CA.ROBOROCK ranks 58 of 66 on flagship price. That confirms a premium range throughout rather than one expensive outlier, so the flagship is the model to compare against whenever a rival quotes a higher figure.
Hoover
What does the cheapest Hoover vacuum cost?+
Hoover's vacuum entry price is £64.99, which is well under the site's typical mid-range price of €61.38. At that level the models are compact machines rather than full self-emptying robots. A phone-based tidy-up on hard floors is the realistic target here.
What does the flagship Hoover robot cost?+
The flagship is listed at £319.99 and it is the model that adds a self-empty dock and lidar. Hoover's flagship rank is 29 of 66 brands, so the top of the range is mid-table. Buyers on a tight budget can start much lower with £64.99.
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