How to Factory Reset the Roborock Roborock Q5+

Factory reset the Roborock Q5+ robot vacuum to erase all Wi-Fi credentials, saved maps, schedules, and settings.

Steps

1. 1

   Power the robot on.

2. 2

   Open the top lid to expose the control panel and the small reset pinhole button located next to the Wi-Fi indicator light.

3. 3

   Press and hold the Home (Dock) button — do not release it throughout the entire process.

4. 4

   While continuing to hold the Home button, use a pin or paperclip to press the reset pinhole button once. The indicator lights will go out.

5. 5

   Continue holding the Home button for approximately 5 more seconds until the Power button blinks and you hear the voice prompt: "Restoring the initial version. It will take about five minutes. Please wait patiently."

6. 6

   Release the Home button. The robot will reboot and restore over approximately 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Once complete, all Wi-Fi credentials, app pairing, schedules, and maps are erased. Firmware reverts to factory version — reconnect in the Roborock app and check for updates.

Last verified: April 8, 2026