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This high-end bot from Eufy is the best hands-off model we've tested so far. It vacuums, mops and self-empties its bin and washes and dry mop pads without you having to do anything.
It doesn't feature advanced cleaning functions or a bigger docking system, but it offers stellar performance at less than half the price of the top robotic vacuums. It's compact and can reach under furniture.
Vacuuming
A robot vacuum is a convenient and quick way to keep your floors spotless. Many of the robots we've picked are built to run on their own without your involvement, so you can set them up to sweep while you're away or trigger a session from your smartphone. You'll need to select a robot with excellent navigation and object detection to avoid getting stuck in furniture or on the staircase.
It is crucial to select a robot vacuum that can effectively and efficiently clean all kinds of flooring. Look for a robot with a large dust bin that will hold plenty of dirt in between emptyings, and a nozzle which doesn't lose suction when it turns.
Most robots require little to no maintenance, other than cleaning the tangled fur off the rotating brush after every cleaning robots session (and wiping its sensors or camera as needed) and periodically emptying the bin, or using a robot's self-emptying base. If you follow these simple maintenance steps, your robot vacuum will last as long as larger vacuums and will keep your home clean for longer.
While robot mops are generally less flexible than their vacuum counterparts Some have the ability to suck up the puddles and spills while they're at it. The iLife V3s Pro is an example of such a device, which is a great option for those with wood floors or a combination of rugs and carpets. It's quiet and has excellent navigation capabilities that allowed it to avoid obstacles during testing and the charging dock doubles as a trash can.
To get the best results, choose an appliance that can do mopping and vacuuming at the same time. That's what the Karcher RCV 5 can handle, and it also offers additional useful features, such as live cameras that send an unreliable image to your app so that you can check on your pets or children, as well as an easily programmable remote control. The navigation might not be as precise as some of the other models on this list but its 500ml trash bin is big enough and doesn't require frequent emptying.
Mopping
Robots that vacuum and mop are relatively new to the market. They're more expensive than standalone robots and require a separate water tank, however, the additional cost could be worth it for a lot of people, particularly those who have difficult-to-clean stains or pets.
Some of the top robots can clean floors and carpets as well as vacuum bot. Many brands offer robots that can perform both tasks very effectively. The Combo J9+ is among the most effective mopping robots that we've test. It comes with a dock that can store up to 60 days' worth of debris. This is a huge improvement over the Qrevo Pro, which ran out of water after mopping 30 days' worth of dirt in our tests.
The Tapo RV30 Plus from networking giant TP Link is a fantastic two-in-one. It's quiet, compact and has a clean, fuss-free appearance. In our test rooms it cleans the floors quickly and thoroughly. It was particularly good at cleaning rugs, but it took several runs to scrub certain areas of wood that were stained. Its LIDAR navigation is very effective, too. It prevents hitting furniture or running over power cables.
It's a bit slow on the stairs, but that's to be expected from a compact robot vacuum cleaner industrial designed to work around obstacles. The only downside is that its mopping pads are fiddly to attach and didn't remain in place during our tests. It also lacks the ability to deal with dried-on dirt that makes it more of a vacuum cleaner instead of a full-fledged mop.
It's still an excellent choice for people who prefer a hands-off experience and want to clean low pile or bare carpets equally well. It offers a decent amount of suction, which has helped to pick up fine dust and pet hair from carpets. One of the best robot hoover features is its automatic floor vacuum recognition of carpets, which boosts the power of the vacuuming to take on dirt that is embedded. It is simple to use and the charging dock automatically empty the bin when it's full. This is a great feature for apartment dwellers.
Cleaning apps
Nearly every robot vacuum mop, sweeper, or mop has an application that lets you modify cleaning routines, select rooms to clean, plan cleaning sessions, and adjust settings such as suction, water level and scrub power. Some robots provide intelligent dirt detection that uses map data and past cleaning data to determine the most soiled areas.
The app allows you to create virtual barriers and no-go zones to shield your robot from potentially hazardous items like cords and pet water bowls and sharp objects. Some models come with laser navigation sensors that allow you to create virtual barriers, while others have small physical barriers and boundary strips that can be put anywhere you want to block your floor space.
The most effective robot vacuums and mops have the capability of being smart enough to spot obstacles and avoid them, but there are still certain dangers to be on the lookout for. The principal brush of a robot can be caught in long cords or curtains and stop it in its tracks. You can avoid this by clearing the area of any cords and tie up any curtains that are long prior to running your robot.
Some robots automatically update their software, which regulates navigation and obstacle avoidance algorithm. This improves performance and decreases the wear and tear of the robot's internal parts. It is a good idea to regularly check the website of the manufacturer as well as the app on your robot for firmware updates.
If you have a large home, look for a model with multiple cleaning modes. The iRobot Roomba 11S Max can sweep and vacuum carpeted and hard floors with different suction settings. It can also automatically switch the highest power setting when cleaning carpets, and boost its scrubbing power by using SmartScrub.
A robot with the ability to speak is a great choice when you want to keep your hands-free. The iRobot Roomba 980, for example, can be operated by a single command from Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant. It comes with a compact self-emptying docking system as well as a powerful cleaning motor that leaves your floors sparkling.