Which is better for pet hair?

The Q10 S5+. It lists 10,000 Pa suction, a dual anti-tangle brush and side brush, and HEPA filtration. The Q5 Plus gives no suction or brush figures.

Is the Q10 S5+ worth the extra money?

There is barely any extra. The Q10 S5+ hit $299.99 on October 30, 2026, and the Q5 Plus is $300.00 at Mercari as of November 6, 2026. The Q10 S5+ gives more for the same money.

Which one empties itself?

Only the Q10 S5+. Its RockDock Plus auto-empty dock holds up to 7 weeks of debris. The Q5 Plus has no stated auto-empty dock.

Which is better on carpet?

The Q10 S5+. It boosts suction on carpet and lifts its mop so the wet pad does not drag across rugs. The Q5 Plus gives no carpet detail.

The Q5 Plus at 16 lb versus 21 lb for the Q10 S5+. That matters mainly if you carry the robot between floors.

Which has more reliable ratings?

The Q10 S5+ has 4.4 from 1,100 ratings. The Q5 Plus has 4.3 from 123 ratings, a much smaller sample.

Roborock Q10 S5+ Robot Vacuum and Mop vs Roborock Q5 Plus Robot Vacuum and Mop

Buy the Q10 S5+ if you want the stronger vacuum and mop. It has 10,000 Pa suction, a vibrating mop that lifts over carpet, and a 7-week auto-empty dock. The Q5 Plus is the cheaper-feeling option on paper but its best new price is $300.00 at Mercari as of November 6, 2026, against $299.99 for the Q10 S5+ on October 30, 2026. At near-identical prices, the Q10 S5+ is the better buy.

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