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ComparisonTrifo Lucy Ultra and Roborock Q7 M5+

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All robot vacuums. Every figure below is placed against the whole class, so a gap can be read against how much the class itself varies.

Where each one suits you.

The conditions each robot was assessed against, side by side. Rows marked in gold are where these machines genuinely differ.

Fit verdicts by condition for each robot
Condition Trifo Lucy Ultra Roborock Q7 M5+
Home size
Under 1,500 sqft GoodCapable but exceeds typical compact-home needs; a lower-tier model handles the same coverage. GoodAn independent lab run of 527 sq ft took a little over an hour and used about half the battery.
1,500 – 3,000they differ GoodMulti-room scheduling and per-room mapping suit this size class; TIRVS 3.0 optimizes path efficiency. DependsAt the rate measured in independent lab testing, homes this size will likely need a recharge break mid-run.
Over 3,000 DependsSingle-battery runtime limits full-home coverage on larger layouts; may require docking mid-clean. DependsAbout half the battery per 527 sq ft means several recharge stops across a home this large.
Primary floors
Hard floors GoodEfficient hard-floor suction and brush lift; TIRVS navigation handles cords and clutter well. GoodIndependent lab testing measured 79% debris pickup on hard floors, its strongest surface.
Low / medium pilethey differ GoodStandard performance on low-pile carpet; brush design suitable for routine cleaning. DependsIndependent lab testing measured 57% carpet pickup, with fine sand harder for it than larger debris.
High pile / shagthey differ PoorOwner reports document suction loss and inadequate agitation on plush flooring. DependsSuction struggled on low-pile carpet in independent lab testing, and no high-pile test was found.
Mopping needs
Vacuum only GoodVacuums first; the mop pad is optional. GoodVacuums first; the mop pad is optional.
Light mopping GoodFlat mop pad handles light, routine wiping of hard floors. GoodFlat mop pad handles light, routine wiping of hard floors.
Frequent mopping DependsA dragged pad freshens floors but lacks the pressure or scrubbing for heavy, frequent mopping. DependsA dragged pad freshens floors but lacks the pressure or scrubbing for heavy, frequent mopping.
Upkeep you accept
Regular upkeep GoodAbout 60 minutes of upkeep a month. GoodAbout 60 minutes of upkeep a month.
Some upkeep GoodAbout 60 minutes of upkeep a month. GoodAbout 60 minutes of upkeep a month.
Minimal upkeep DependsAbout 60 minutes of upkeep a month. Minimal is 30 or less. DependsAbout 60 minutes of upkeep a month. Minimal is 30 or less.

A robot being poor for a condition is a fact about fit, not a fault. “Depends” means the record names a limit worth reading, not that the answer is unknown.

Keep going.

The full recordTrifo Lucy UltraSpecifications, evidence, the Fit Check in full, and every tracked change.The full recordRoborock Q7 M5+Specifications, evidence, the Fit Check in full, and every tracked change.

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