Memorial Day Sale: Save Up to $500 on Ecovacs Robot Vacuums, Window Cleaners, Lawn Mowers and More
This is no Black Mirror episode, but maybe robots taking over just one part of our lives wouldn't be so bad -- of course, it is cleaning. Imagine not having to bend over to scrub windows, push vacuums around, or deal with crumbs every day. Ecovacs, a popular name in smart home tech, actually makes this possible, and right now, you don't have to spend a fortune to treat yourself to this level of comfort.
The brand is currently offering significant price cuts on dozens of items as part of its Memorial Day sale, with some of the best sellers discounted by as much as $500. We're talking robot vacuums, window cleaners and even lawn mowers, all marked down across Amazon, Best Buy, and the Ecovacs official site. The sale runs through 26th May, which means you only have a few more days to shop at a discount.
Some of our top picks from the sale? The Ecovacs Deebot T30S Combo (robot vacuum plus stick vac) is now available for just $750, after a massive $450 discount with the on-page coupon. It's our top pick for the best overall robot vacuum, as this one crushed our lab tests by picking up over 65% of sand on carpet and 85% on hardwood. It comes with a ZeroTangle brush system, which our editors found quite helpful for removing stubborn pet hair.
If you are tired of cleaning windows, consider the Winbot W2 windows cleaning robot, now for $500. It features a wide-angle spray that ensures efficient cleaning, while the intelligent path planning technology allows the device to adapt to a wide range of window types. You can choose between five cleaning and two power modes, as well.
Here are some more discounted items worth a look:
If you spot something you like, don't wait up. The sale only lasts a few more days, so it better to hurry.
Why this deal matters
Smart home tech, especially robot vacuums with this level of efficiency, sits well over $1,000. This sale is offering a limited-time chance to score a powerful cleaning partner for less.
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