Which is better for pet hair?

The Q10 S5+ lists pet mode and has the larger bin, so it handles shedding better. The Q5 Plus does not list pet mode.

Is the Q10 S5+ worth it over the Q5 Plus?

Yes at current prices. It costs $105.50 against $300.00 and adds an auto-empty dock, a bigger bin and pet mode.

Do either of these empty themselves?

Only the Q10 S5+. Its dock empties the bin automatically. The Q5 Plus has no dock, so you empty the 0.66 gal bin by hand.

Which works with Siri?

The Q5 Plus lists Siri and Google Assistant. The Q10 S5+ lists Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, not Siri.

Which is easier to move between floors?

The Q5 Plus at 16 lb. The Q10 S5+ weighs 21 lb, and its dock is a second piece to carry.

Why is the Q5 Plus so much more expensive?

It is not a better machine on paper. It has one new listing at $300.00, while the Q10 S5+ has a $105.50 listing at chefhoned as of November 7, 2026.

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

Buy the Q10 S5+ for most homes. It costs $105.50 at chefhoned as of November 7, 2026, against $300.00 for the Q5 Plus at Mercari, and it adds an auto-empty dock, pet mode and a larger bin. The Q5 Plus only makes sense if you want a black unit and trust a single-store listing at three times the price.

Today the Roborock Q10 S5+ Robot Vacuum costs $194.50 less at its best price.

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