DEEBOT T30S Black vs S5 Max
Side-by-side comparison of DEEBOT T30S Black (ECOVACS) and S5 Max (Roborock) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- DEEBOT T30S BlackChina
- S5 MaxChina
Year First Available
- DEEBOT T30S Black2024
- S5 Max2019
Verified Deployments
- DEEBOT T30S Black0 Deployments
- S5 Max0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- DEEBOT T30S Black$381 USD
- S5 Max$2,250 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- DEEBOT T30S Black290 hrs
- S5 Max2 hrs
Availability Status
- DEEBOT T30S BlackACTIVE
- S5 MaxACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Autonomy Level
- DEEBOT T30S Black—
- S5 Maxfully autonomous
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | China | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2024 | 2019 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $381 USD | $2,250 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 290 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | fully autonomous |
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Payload Capacity, Reach, Max Speed, IP Rating
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ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | DEEBOT T30S Black | S5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $381 | $2,250 |
| Payback period | < 1 mo | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $249,619 | $247,750 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +65517% | +11011% |
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes DEEBOT T30S Black and S5 Max?
DEEBOT T30S Black is made by ECOVACS, based in CN. S5 Max is made by Roborock, based in CN.
When were DEEBOT T30S Black and S5 Max launched?
DEEBOT T30S Black launched in 2024. S5 Max launched in 2019.
How much does DEEBOT T30S Black cost compared to S5 Max?
DEEBOT T30S Black is listed at $381. S5 Max is listed at $2,250.
How do DEEBOT T30S Black and S5 Max compare on the Robo Index?
DEEBOT T30S Black grades AA on the Robo Index. S5 Max grades A. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are DEEBOT T30S Black and S5 Max in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Home Cleaning on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between DEEBOT T30S Black and S5 Max?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: The hidden specs vendors hope you'll miss.
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About this comparison
DEEBOT T30S Black vs S5 Max compares two robots in the home-cleaning category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.