Comparison

DEEBOT 2017 vs Roborock

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DEEBOT 2017

Control your robotic vacuum cleaner remotely with this app. Start, pause, schedule cleanings, and customize cleaning zones. Receive notifications and updates for your compatible DEEBOT model.

Highlights
  • Remote control of cleaning functions
  • Set cleaning schedules
  • Create virtual boundaries
  • Customize cleaning areas
  • Receive real-time cleaning maps
  • Adjust mopping water flow
  • Voice control via Alexa/Google Home
Features
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ECOVACS debuts! With awesome connected features, our latest App allows you to control your DEEBOT anytime, anywhere, and takes your cleaning experience to a new level. Please check your DEEBOT model before downloading. DEEBOT 2017 App now supports: • ATMOBOT 650 • DEEBOT M87 • DEEBOT M88 • DEEBOT R95 • DEEBOT R96 • DEEBOT R98 • DEEBOT 900 Series • DEEBOT PRO/OZMO 930 Series For Wi-Fi enabled models that are not on the list, please download the ECOVACS HOME App. By connecting to your DEEBOT, you can: • Start, pause, or stop cleaning • Set a regular cleaning schedule • Set voice report, suction power, and Do-Not-Disturb time* • Receive notifications from your Wi-Fi enabled robot • Share DEEBOT with your friends through multiple accounts* • Receive software and firmware updates • Access instruction manuals, video tutorials and FAQs, and contact customer service* And you can do much more with your advanced mapping DEEBOT (powered by Smart Navi™ Technology): • Set up Virtual Boundary™ to create no-go zones* • Use Custom Cleaning to customize any cleaning area you want* • View real-time stats from the visual map of your home, areas cleaned, and cleaning time* • Adjust water flow level when DEEBOT is mopping (Robots with mopping function only)* *Features vary with models. Go to ecovacs.com to see detailed features of your model. Plus, you can control your DEEBOT with simple commands through Amazon Alexa and Google Home**. **Smart Home commands are available only in some countries/regions. Requirements: Wi-Fi with 2.4 GHz band support only Mobile device with Apple iOS 9.0 or later Need help? Visit ecovacs.com for more information or to contact our customer service team.

About

Roborock

Control smart home cleaning devices remotely. Manage robotic vacuums, wet and dry cleaners, and washer dryers. Customize cleaning plans, monitor progress, and access advanced features from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Remote device control
  • Real-time status monitoring
  • Customizable cleaning plans
  • Map editing and zone control
  • Smart scheduling
  • App-specific washing programs
Features
Currently charting
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Roborock App is a dedicated application designed to control Roborock’s smart hardware devices. It supports network-enabled products in Roborock’s robotic vacuum cleaners, wet and dry vacuum cleaners, and molecular sieve-based washer dryers. You can remotely control smart devices and check their status and cleaning progress through this app anytime, anywhere. Easily unlock more advanced features through the Roborock app. 【Roborock Robotic Vacuum Cleaner】 · Check the cleaning map and path anywhere and anytime you want, and control the cleaning progress in real-time. · Choose from various personalized cleaning methods, including room cleaning, zone cleaning, scheduled cleaning, and spot cleaning routines. · Set up frequently used cleaning tasks as routines for one-tap starts. · Choose multiple cleaning preferences, including Vacuum, Mop, Vac & Mop, SmartPlan (applicable to certain models only), and Customize mode. · Set up a personalized cleaning plan by adjusting suction power, water flow, cleaning frequency, and route (applicable to certain models only). · Enables you to edit a map based on your home and set names for thresholds, carpets, floor types, furniture, and rooms. · Set up invisible walls and no-go zones and your robot will not cross or enter them during cleaning. · Enjoy a variety of fun features, including remote viewing, obstacle photos, pet snapshots, cruise mode, pet search, and custom tones (applicable to select models only). 【Roborock Robotic Lawn Mower】 · Visually edit maps, easily set No-Go Zones and Passages, and support precise multi-area management. · Customize mowing preferences, efficiency, and direction for each area, and set schedules for automatic start and stop. · Features intelligent obstacle avoidance, automatic return to charge when it rains, and a Wildlife-Friendly mode for comprehensive protection. 【Roborock Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner】 · Adjust water flow, suction power, roller speed, and detergent level (applicable to select models only) based on the floor and dirt level. · Smart scheduled self-cleaning and drying: automatically initiates self-cleaning and drying based on historical operation records. 【Roborock Washer Dryer】 · Check the washing progress and operating status anywhere and anytime you want. · Choose from over 20 smart washing and drying programs to meet the professional needs of various fabrics and clothing, ensuring optimal washing performance. · Set one program as the App Program for quick access on the control panel. 【Permissions】 To provide certain services, you need to enable the relevant permissions on your mobile device. We will only need the relevant permissions and access your personal information (if relevant) when you use the relevant functions. For the optional permissions, you can refuse or withdraw these permissions at any time, for which you may not be able to use the corresponding services, but this will not affect other functions of the App. The current permissions that the app may need are as follows: · Location (Optional) Accesses location information to connect to WiFi, find nearby devices ready for connection, and retrieve details about the current WiFi connection. · Camera (Optional) Enables the camera to scan QR codes for easier WiFi connection. · Photos (Optional) Allows access to photos for uploading profile pictures and attaching images when providing feedback. If your device supports features like downloading obstacle images, taking screenshots, or recording during remote viewing, photos and videos can be stored. · Microphone (Optional) Used for sound transmission on devices that support remote viewing. · WLAN (Optional) Facilitates connection to WiFi networks emitted by smart devices for communication and connectivity. · Bluetooth (Optional) Enables connection to Bluetooth signals from smart devices for communication and device connecting. · Notifications (Optional) Allows the app to send you device and system notifications.

Screenshots

DEEBOT 20174 screens
Roborock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Roborock at 52% against DEEBOT 2017's 8%. Roborock also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.9) and ratings volume (124K vs 94). DEEBOT 2017's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Roborock holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roborock has 124K ratings behind it against 94, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 8% of DEEBOT 2017's written reviews are positive against 52% of Roborock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DEEBOT 2017 ships an update every 11 days, Roborock every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
DEEBOT 2017 versus Roborock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDEEBOT 2017Roborock
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.9 (94 ratings)4.8 (124K ratings) — better
Positive reviews7.8% of reviews52.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings94124K — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank—#38 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB199 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEcovacsBeijing Roborock Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

DEEBOT 2017

All ratings94 ratings
Positive21.3%
Neutral2.1%
Negative76.6%
Written reviews116 reviews
Positive7.8%
Neutral5.2%
Negative87.1%

Roborock

All ratings123,722 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral1.7%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews1,502 reviews
Positive52.5%
Neutral10.5%
Negative37.1%

Bugs and requests

DEEBOT 2017

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Roborock

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent disconnection from WiFi
  • Map corruption and loss of saved data
  • Robot getting lost or confused about its location
  • Unexpected behavior and errors after firmware updates

Requested features

7 requests
  • Ability to manually place docking station on map
  • Option to disable side brushes
  • Customizable cleaning schedules and routines
  • Support for more maps/floors
  • Easier room editing and management
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  • Integration with smart home platforms
  • Improved app performance and stability

In-app purchases

None

DEEBOT 2017

No in-app purchases

None

Roborock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DEEBOT 2017 free?
DEEBOT 2017 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Roborock free?
Roborock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DEEBOT 2017 or Roborock?
Roborock is rated higher. DEEBOT 2017 averages 1.9 out of 5 from 94 ratings, while Roborock averages 4.8 from 124K ratings.
Do DEEBOT 2017 or Roborock have ads?
Neither DEEBOT 2017 nor Roborock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DEEBOT 2017 or Roborock?
DEEBOT 2017 ships an update every 11 days, and Roborock every 3 weeks. Most recently, DEEBOT 2017 was updated on October 4, 2026 and Roborock on October 13, 2026.

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