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| Feature | Roborock Saros 10 | Roborock Saros 20 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1299.99 | $1479.99 | Roborock Saros 10 |
| Battery Life | 220 minutes | 200 minutes | Roborock Saros 10 |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi | Roborock Saros 20 |
| Suction Power | 22000Pa | 36000Pa | Roborock Saros 20 |
| Onboard Dustbin Capacity | 270ml | 259ml | Roborock Saros 10 |
| Dock Dustbin Capacity | 2.7L | 2.5L | Roborock Saros 10 |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.2 | Tie |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Auto Recharge | YES | YES | Tie |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Tie |
| Navigation Type | Laser (LiDAR) | Laser (LiDAR) | Tie |
| Obstacle Detection | YES | YES | Tie |
What the differences mean
Suction
The Roborock Saros 20 is rated at 36,000 Pa and the Roborock Saros 10 at 22,000 Pa. That is the reason to move up, if embedded dust and pet hair in carpet are the job the older one is not finishing. Everywhere else the cleaning stack is the same shape: a mop, a wash, a dry and a self-empty.
Runtime and the bins
The Roborock Saros 10 runs longer, 220 minutes against 200, and it holds a little more: a 270 ml onboard bin and a 2.7L dock bag, against 259 ml and 2.5L on the Roborock Saros 20. Noise is a wash you would not hear, 64 dB against 63 dB. Both recharge in about 2.5 hours.
5 GHz Wi-Fi
The Roborock Saros 20 joins 5 GHz Wi-Fi. The Roborock Saros 10 does not, and it is the one with Bluetooth documented. Apple Home, SmartThings, Matter, Alexa, Google Home and Home Assistant are on both, so the assistant list does not change. Only the band the phone and the router use might.
Same low body
Both stand 79.8 mm tall, on the same 350 x 353 mm footprint, so moving from the Roborock Saros 10 to the Roborock Saros 20 does not unlock lower furniture. The newer dock is a different box, 381 x 475 x 488 mm, and the robot weight is published only for the newer one, at 5.05 kg.
Which one to buy if
- the older robot already finishes the house
The Roborock Saros 10 is the more affordable, runs 20 minutes longer, and keeps the same 79.8 mm body and the same Matter support.
- you need 5 GHz Wi-Fi
The Roborock Saros 20 supports 5 GHz. The Roborock Saros 10 is 2.4 GHz only, with Bluetooth for pairing instead.
- carpet hair still survives the current robot
36,000 Pa on the Roborock Saros 20 against 22,000 Pa on the Roborock Saros 10 is the suction step this pair actually contains.
- you want the slightly larger dust bag
The Roborock Saros 10 has a 2.7L dock bag and a 270 ml onboard bin. The Roborock Saros 20 is 2.5L and 259 ml.
- + Price: $1299.99
- + Battery Life: 220 minutes
- + Onboard Dustbin Capacity: 270ml
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
- - Suction Power: 22000Pa vs 36000Pa
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
- + Suction Power: 36000Pa
- - Price: $1479.99 vs $1299.99
- - Battery Life: 200 minutes vs 220 minutes
What owners say
Owners of both Saros robots praise a very low body, quiet overnight runs and obstacle avoidance, then they emphasize different hardware. Roborock Saros 10 owners talk about 22,000 Pa under furniture and a mop that reaches edges and washes itself, and they warn that pads and bags add up and that thicker carpet is the weak surface. Roborock Saros 20 owners talk about 36,000 Pa on embedded dust and pet hair, hot-water mop washing, and a camera they use to check on pets. They complain that deep-clean and carpet runs drain the battery faster, that threshold climbs are inconsistent, and that the mop will not go back over a spot that is still dirty.
Upgrading from the Roborock Saros 10?
Moving from the Roborock Saros 10 to the Roborock Saros 20 buys suction and a radio, not a new kind of robot vacuum. The newer model is rated at 36,000 Pa against 22,000 Pa and adds 5 GHz Wi-Fi, while the body stays the same 79.8 mm height and both still mop, wash, dry, empty themselves and work with Matter, Apple Home and Home Assistant. What you give up is a little runtime, 220 minutes down to 200, and slightly smaller bins. The Roborock Saros 10 is also the more affordable, which is why it still ranks ahead here. Stay if the current one already finishes the house. Step up only for the extra airflow or a 5 GHz network.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Roborock Saros 10 or Roborock Saros 20?
The Roborock Saros 10, for most homes that do not need the extra suction. It runs longer, holds slightly more dust, and costs less. The Roborock Saros 20 answers with 36,000 Pa against 22,000 Pa and 5 GHz Wi-Fi, in the same low body.
What is the difference between the Roborock Saros 10 and the Roborock Saros 20?
Suction and Wi-Fi. The Roborock Saros 20 is 36,000 Pa with 5 GHz. The Roborock Saros 10 is 22,000 Pa on 2.4 GHz, with a 220 minute rating against 200 and slightly larger bins. Both mop and both support Matter.
Is the Roborock Saros 20 worth it over the Roborock Saros 10?
Only if you want 36,000 Pa or 5 GHz Wi-Fi. The body height stays 79.8 mm, Matter support stays, and you give up 20 minutes of rated runtime plus a little bin capacity. The Roborock Saros 10 remains the better value.
Do both Saros models work with Apple Home?
Yes. The Roborock Saros 10 and the Roborock Saros 20 both support Apple Home, SmartThings, Matter, Alexa, Google Home and Home Assistant. The newer one adds 5 GHz Wi-Fi. The older one is 2.4 GHz only.
Who should buy the Roborock Saros 10?
Buyers who want the lower spend, the longer 220 minute rating, and the same low mopping robot without paying for 36,000 Pa. It is the one this comparison recommends.
Who should buy the Roborock Saros 20?
Buyers whose Roborock Saros 10 is leaving hair in carpet, or whose Wi-Fi is 5 GHz only. The step up is suction and the radio, not a different dock routine.
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