The Tapo RV20 Max Plus brings LiDAR navigation and a self-emptying dock to a price point where most competitors still require manual emptying. The 5300Pa suction is genuinely high for this class, and the slim profile lets it slide under most furniture without bumping into legs. It works on hardwood and low-pile carpet without getting stuck on transitions.

In daily use, the LiDAR mapping is fast and accurate. The RV20 Max Plus builds a floorplan in minutes and saves multiple levels if you have a split-level home. The self-emptying dock holds debris for up to 60 days, which means you can ignore it for two months. The mopping function is a damp pad rather than a scrubbing system, but it handles light cleaning on sealed floors without leaving streaks.

The vacuum picks up pet hair and fine dust well, though it struggles slightly with larger debris like cereal pieces on thick carpet. The app is straightforward and supports scheduling, no-go zones, and room-by-room cleaning. Alexa and Google Home integration works as expected. The battery runs about 150 minutes on standard suction, enough for most homes under 2,000 square feet on one charge.