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Best Budget Robot Vacuums Under $300 (2026)

Winner: Lefant M210P

The Lefant M210P wins with whisper-quiet 60dB operation and best value at 13.84 Pa per dollar.

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Budget robot vacuums under $300 can still offer excellent features like LiDAR navigation, WiFi app control, and multi-floor mapping. We rank these by value score (suction power per dollar) to find the best deals.

Quick Comparison Table

Model Price Suction (Pa) Navigation WiFi Price
Lefant M210P 🏆 159 2200 Smart sensor ✓ $159
DSER RoboEasy E2 179 2000 Random pattern ✓ $179
ILIFE V5s Pro 199 2000 Random ✗ $199
Coredy R750 259 2600 Gyroscope ✓ $259
Eufy 11S MAX 229 2000 Random ✗ $229
Wyze Robot Vacuum 249 2100 LiDAR ✓ $249

Detailed Reviews

Winner: Lefant M210P - $159

Pros

  • 6D infrared obstacle detection
  • Quiet operation: 60dB

Cons

  • No HEPA filter - not ideal for allergy sufferers

Runner-Up: DSER RoboEasy E2 - $179

Pros

  • Mopping: Water seepage cloth
  • Drop sensing obstacle detection
  • Quiet operation: 63dB

Cons

  • No HEPA filter - not ideal for allergy sufferers
  • Limited battery: 100 minutes may require recharge for large homes

Budget Pick: ILIFE V5s Pro - $199

Pros

  • Mopping: Basic water tank
  • Bump sensors obstacle detection
  • Quiet operation: 60dB

Cons

  • No HEPA filter - not ideal for allergy sufferers
  • Limited battery: 110 minutes may require recharge for large homes

Why We Chose These Models

Our selection process is 100% data-driven using objective metrics from our robots.json database:

  • Filtering: All models under $300, ranked by suction-per-dollar ratio
  • Ranking: Sorted by value score (suction Pa divided by price)
  • Verification: All specs cross-referenced with manufacturer datasheets
  • Updated: Database refreshed monthly with new models and price changes

Buying Considerations

  • Measure furniture clearance: Most robots are 9-11cm tall. Measure your lowest furniture before buying.
  • Home size matters: 120-minute battery covers ~1,500 sq ft. Larger homes need 180+ minutes or auto-resume.
  • Obstacle avoidance: AI camera systems detect cables and pet waste. Basic sensors only detect walls.
  • Price range in this category: $159 - $259

Alternative Options

The models above represent all options in our database matching these criteria.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How often do I need to empty the dustbin? Manual: every 2-4 cleanings. Bin sizes range from 300ml to 600ml in these models.
  • What does 2,200Pa actually mean? Pascal (Pa) measures air pressure. 10,000Pa is adequate for hard floors, 15,000Pa+ recommended for carpet. Our winner has 2,200Pa.

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