The LG Vortex Vacuum Robot is the cheapest autonomous commercial cleaner from a major brand that we found, at about $5,000 or $139 a month. It is a sensible buy for small facilities that mainly need dust and debris kept down, but it only vacuums and sweeps, so it will not replace a scrubbing robot or a mop.
What the LG Vortex Vacuum Robot is
The LG Vortex is an autonomous commercial cleaning robot made by LG and sold and serviced in the US by RobotLAB, a robotics integrator RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗. It vacuums and sweeps hard floors using suction and sweep modes, with map based and map free cleaning options RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗.
It navigates with LiDAR, ultrasonic and bumper sensors, docks itself to charge, and supports remote fleet management when you run more than one robot RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗. RobotLAB lists it as compatible with elevators, door openers and multiple floors RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗. It measures 19.75 by 19.75 by 8 inches and weighs 23.4 pounds, so it is far smaller than a ride on scrubber RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗.
Hands on testing is in progress, and we will update this review with our results.
What it does well
Price is the main draw. RobotLAB's cleaning catalog lists the Vortex at $5,000, the lowest price of any full cleaning robot in the category. The next cheapest robot vacuum, the Pudu MT1 Vac, is $20,000 RobotLAB cleaning robots ↗. For a small office, shop or clinic, that gap is the difference between trying automation and not.
Runtime is long for its size. Each battery runs about 4 hours, and with the included hot swap battery system it can run up to 14 hours RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗. That is enough to cover a full overnight shift if someone swaps the battery.
It covers a useful area. RobotLAB rates it at 2,350 square feet per hour RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗. A 5,000 square foot office could be vacuumed in a little over two hours.
Support is included. RobotLAB says it handles delivery, on site setup, staff training and ongoing service nationwide, and the robot comes with a 1 year warranty RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗. The box includes the robot, the hot swap battery system, a charging dock, a 3 liter dust bin and fleet management RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗.
Where it falls short
It does not scrub or mop. The Vortex vacuums and sweeps only RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗. Sticky spills, scuff marks and grime on hard floors need a scrubbing robot or a person with a mop. Our main pick, the Pudu CC1 Pro, sweeps, scrubs, vacuums and dust mops in one pass Pudu CC1 Pro ↗.
Key details are missing. RobotLAB lists floor compatibility, navigation details, app control and the water tank as contact for details RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗. Noise level and consumables are not listed either RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗. Ask for these in writing before you buy, especially if you have carpet.
The price is inconsistent. RobotLAB's product page lists $5,000 in most places, but one FAQ answer gives $6,500 RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗. The product page also does not state the RaaS term, while the category page lists $139 a month on a 36 month term RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗ RobotLAB cleaning robots ↗. Confirm the exact terms in your quote.
Charging is slow. A full charge takes 5 to 6 hours, so you need the spare battery to run longer shifts RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗.
Pricing and plans
Retail price: RobotLAB lists the LG Vortex at $5,000 to buy, though one FAQ answer on the same page says $6,500 RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗. Expect a quote somewhere in that range.
Robot as a service: $139 a month. RobotLAB's cleaning category page lists this on a 36 month term, which works out to about $5,000 over the contract RobotLAB cleaning robots ↗. Financing and leasing are also offered on request RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗.
Where sold: RobotLAB sells, delivers, sets up and services the robot in the US. You can request a demo or a quote, and RobotLAB says it gives a written quote within 1 business day RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗.
Warranty: 1 year, included RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗.
Consumables and subscription: no separate software subscription is listed, and fleet management is included in the box RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗. RobotLAB does not list consumable costs such as brushes, filters or replacement batteries, so ask for a parts price list with your quote RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗.
Who should (and shouldn't) use it
- Good fit: small offices, shops and clinics that want floors vacuumed every night without paying for a scrubber.
- Good fit: facilities that want to trial cleaning robots at a low cost before a bigger purchase.
- Good fit: multi floor buildings with elevators, since it supports elevator and door integration.
- Skip it if: your floors need wet cleaning, such as kitchens, restrooms or retail aisles.
- Skip it if: you need written floor type and noise specs before you commit.
Alternatives worth a look
- Pudu CC1 Pro: our main pick; it sweeps, scrubs, vacuums and dust mops, for about $24,000 or $669 a month RobotLAB cleaning robots ↗ Pudu CC1 Pro ↗.
- SoftBank Whiz: a commercial vacuum for carpeted offices and hotels, rated at about 5,350 square feet per hour, for $25,000 or $699 a month RobotLAB cleaning robots ↗ SoftBank Whiz ↗.
- Pudu MT1 Vac: a dual fan commercial vacuum at $20,000 or $559 a month RobotLAB cleaning robots ↗.
- Gausium Scrubber 50 Pro: a full size scrubber for large retail floors and warehouses, at $53,600 RobotLAB cleaning robots ↗.
Where it appears
Budget pickThe Best Commercial Cleaning RobotWhat’s good
- Lowest price we found
- Long runtime with swaps
- 1 year warranty
What to know
- No scrubbing or mopping
- Conflicting prices on reseller page
Key features
- Suction and sweep modes
- 2,350 sq ft per hour
- 4 hours per battery, up to 14 with hot swap
- 3 L dust bin
- Remote fleet management
Questions people ask
How much does the LG Vortex Vacuum Robot cost?
RobotLAB lists it at $5,000 to buy, though one FAQ answer says $6,500, or $139 a month as a service on a 36 month term RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗ RobotLAB cleaning robots ↗.
Does the LG Vortex mop or scrub floors?
No. It vacuums and sweeps only, using suction and sweep modes RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗.
How long does the LG Vortex battery last?
About 4 hours per charge, or up to 14 hours with the included hot swap batteries. A full charge takes 5 to 6 hours RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗.
Where can I buy the LG Vortex robot?
RobotLAB sells and services it in the US, with delivery, setup and staff training RobotLAB LG Vortex ↗.
Where this comes from
Checked Oct 9, 2026. Vendor pages describe their own products; independent sources add outside views. Hands on testing is in progress.
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