### Roborock Saros 10: All You Need to Know

While the **Roborock Saros Z70** and its advanced robotic arm captured attention at CES, it wasn’t the sole new robot vacuum showcased by Roborock. The company also rolled out the **Saros 10**, its newest flagship and the successor to last year’s **S8 MaxV Ultra**.

Here’s a closer look at the **Roborock Saros 10**, including its comparisons with both its predecessor and the **Saros 10R**.

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### Where Did the Roborock S9 Go?

If you anticipated Roborock’s announcement of the **S9 MaxV Ultra** for 2025, you are in good company. The **S8 MaxV Ultra** followed the **S7 MaxV Ultra**, making an S9 model seem like a logical step. However, Roborock has opted to streamline its naming strategy, transitioning from the **S series** to the new **Saros series**.

This means there will be no **Roborock S9 MaxV Ultra**—the **Saros 10** now stands as the company’s flagship robot vacuum for 2025.

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### Roborock Saros 10 vs. Saros 10R: Major Distinctions

Roborock has introduced two models in this year’s **Saros series**: the **Saros 10** and the **Saros 10R**. While they share a number of common features—including price points—there are some important distinctions:

– **Mopping Mechanism**:
– The **Saros 10** includes a **D-shaped vibrating mop pad**.
– The **Saros 10R** opts for **dual spinning mops**.

– **Edge Cleaning**:
– The **Saros 10** has a **small, independent edge mop** that descends upon detecting edges.
– The **Saros 10R** uses a **hinged arm** to extend one of its mop pads outward for edge cleaning.

– **Navigation Technology**:
– The **Saros 10** incorporates **LDS laser navigation**.
– The **Saros 10R** utilizes a **3D time-of-flight system**.

– **Dimensions and Battery Life**:
– The **Saros 10R** is tailored for smaller areas (up to **200 sqm**) and offers a **180-minute runtime**.
– The **Saros 10** manages larger spaces and boasts a longer battery endurance.

– **Color Choices & Dock Design**:
– The **Saros 10R** comes exclusively in **black**.
– Its dock features a **curved top**, preventing items from being placed on it.

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### Roborock Saros 10 vs. S8 MaxV Ultra: Updates and Innovations

The **Saros 10** inherits several premium traits from the **S8 MaxV Ultra**, such as **automatic mop washing and drying, detergent dispensing, and self-emptying dustbins**. However, it has received multiple enhancements that distinguish it.

#### **1. Enhanced Threshold Climbing**
– The **Saros 10** can navigate **1.18-inch (3cm) thresholds** due to its **AdaptiLift Chassis**.
– It can also tackle **1.57-inch (4cm) thresholds** in multiple steps.
– In contrast, the **S8 MaxV Ultra** struggles with anything exceeding **0.8 inches (2cm)**.

#### **2. Improved Side Brush**
– The **Saros 10** includes a **Flexiarm Riser Side Brush**, which expands for corner cleaning and **retracts when unnecessary** to prevent collisions.
– The **S8 MaxV Ultra** employs a **FlexiArm Design Side Brush**, which extends but remains fixed.

#### **3. Revamped Roller Brush Design**
– The **Saros 10** replaces the **DuoRoller Brush** with a **DuoDivide Anti-Tangle Brush**, featuring **two shorter rollers** instead of a single long one.
– This design, previously utilized in Roborock’s **Qrevo series**, effectively channels hair toward the center for enhanced suction.

#### **4. Automatic Mop Release**
– The **Saros 10** can **detach its mop pad** when vacuuming carpets, leaving it at the dock.
– Conversely, the **S8 MaxV Ultra** can merely **lift** its mop, resulting in it still hovering slightly over carpets.

#### **5. Retractable LiDAR for a More Compact Design**
– The **Saros 10** integrates a retractable LiDAR system, contributing to a sleeker overall profile.