Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos
The best method to keep your home clean is to use a robot vacuum. It can remove dust, pet hair and other surface debris before it becomes a bigger problem.
Some robots are able to sync with smart assistants like Alexa or Google Assistant to provide a hands-free environment. Look for models that recharge and then resume cleaning where they left off.
- iRobot S8
This smart robot vacuum and mop is a great choice for many homes. It is able to vacuum and mop well and has a great navigation system that includes both GPS and laser sensors, and offers a broad range of controls and features accessible via the app. It has a handy feature that lets you create Cleaning zones in areas that require more attention, and Keep Out zones in areas where you don't wish it to go. Like all Roomba devices, it is updated with new software updates that make it even better over time.
It's expensive, but it's is also among the most advanced robot vacuums ZDNet has ever tested. It comes with a powerful battery that can sweep an entire home in less than two hours. It can also switch between mopping and vacuuming with the touch of the button. It automatically emptys the dust bin above its charging station, in contrast to other self emptying robots which require you to empty the bin after each run.
It also has a number of other features, including intelligent obstacle avoidance that uses cameras and processor-powered smarts in order to identify obstacles. It's not often damaged or stuck during a cleaning cycle and is also the most effective in avoiding power cables and other objects in my tests. It's not as reliable in detecting pet waste, or other dangers.
- Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid
Eufy is owned by Anker It has become an iconic name in the world of budget robot vacuums. But it didn't offer an option to mop. That changes with the X8 Hybrid, which has an impressive suite of advanced features and is able to compete against much more expensive models.
Laser navigation is the most important feature of this machine. The X8 utilizes a laser mapping system that is more accurate than the previous Eufy devices. It also takes a lot less time to construct an accurate picture of your living space and also stores multiple maps, which is great for homes with multiple floors.
The X8 is still a decent vacuum on floors with no dust that can carry debris under its side brushes and into the 400ml dust bin with ease. The Tyres of the X8, despite their circular shape, are very adept at grabbing edges and corners. It's not a fantastic cat litter eater, however as our tests show it only removes about 90 percent of the fur from hard floors.
There's a basic mopping mode which uses the same water tank as the vacuuming. This is great for spills that aren't too dangerous, but you are unable to control the amount of water that it uses. It does, however, do an admirable job of removing pet hair, and has a higher percentage of hair removal than the Roborock S7.
- Miele RX2
Miele's RX2 robotic vacuum is known for its quiet, effective appliances. It has a beautiful design, a great navigation system, and excellent cleaning power. There are a few niggles in its operation that keep it from being named the best smart robot vacuum.
Like iRobot's latest models, the RX2 has a dual-sensor mapping system which uses an LIDAR sensor to map out an area and two 3D scanning cameras to detect and avoid obstacles (like furniture legs or pet waste) in real-time. Once the room has been identified and assigned, you can assign virtual no go areas and favorite sections to the robot. You can also start an automatic clean or manually change the cleaning mode, view live feeds from the cameras onboard and more from the main screen.
The RX2 is equipped with excellent sensors that can identify furniture and other obstructions in a flash. And its sweeping and suction power are top-notch and cleans up surface debris from medium-pile carpeting and embedded dust in bare floors. But it's not the most efficient robot available. It's not the best climber and has issues with metal threshold transition strips.
Some people buy a robot vacuum for the ease of setting a schedule in an app and not thinking about it for weeks at one time. It's crucial that a robot is able to do the job that's the reason our ZDNet staff looked over and tested a number of the most popular ones to help you select the best one for your home.
- Shark ION
This budget robovac is a robot that is similar to other, but it has some extra features and better performance. Its intelligent mapping system creates 2D and 3-D maps of your home and makes use of to navigate and stay clear of obstructions. It is able to detect common obstacles like furniture legs and power cords in real-time. This combination of sensors along with a bump detector, and an infrared sensor that keeps the vacuum from stepping on the stairs makes it one of our most flexible vacuums.
It was able to walk over the thick shag carpets and didn't get stuck (unlike the RoboVac 11s, or Roomba 690-). Its navigation skills were also impressive as its score for composite tests on carpet and bare floors was better than the competition. It took in 98.5 percent of the surface pet hair and litter from our lab test samples.
The controls are more basic than the competitors. There's a cleaning button at the top, and you can start it by using the app or voice commands using Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also schedule daily or weekly cleanings, designate no-go zones and view its cleaning history. In a smart dark gray plastics, Ion feels sturdy and is attractive in your home. Its rear dustbin is easily accessible for emptying, and taking out the filters is also simple.
- Eufy 11S
If you're looking to buy a basic low-cost robot vacuum at a reasonable price, the Eufy 11S is a great option. It lacks some of the advanced features, such as digital mapping and Alexa integration, which are available in higher-end models, however, if you don't require those functions you can save some money with this model.
This robot is simple to use and set up. It does not require a smartphone application or Wi-Fi pairing. However, it does come with an remote control that lets you select between different modes and alter the suction levels. You can also set up a manual schedule to send the robotvac on a cleaning schedule.
During our tests during our tests, the 11S was very effective at cleaning pet hair and dirt on hard floors as well as in carpets with a low pile. Its slim profile made it easier to get under furniture and other low items that some of the larger robots could not reach. It was able to pass effortlessly over door thresholds and move from one type of floor to another.
Like other robots, the 11S is able to suck up some objects like cords, hoodie drawstrings, and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests you prevent this from happening by keeping these items off the ground and by using a cord organizer whenever possible. It also recommends that you clean the dustbin, change the filters, and wash or change the brushes when required.
iRobot Roomba 990
The Roomba is the flagship model of iRobot's robot vacuum. It's expensive but it's the best robot mop cleaner robot vacuum you can purchase. Its self-navigating capabilities and environmental mapping are truly a marvel to behold. It also comes with more advanced automation features than its competitors, such as the ability to set virtual boundary lines through its mobile application. It's a capable robot vacuum, even if the app isn't the most responsive and the 980 spins out when it comes across cables.
One thing we love about the 980 is that it makes use of its iAdapt 2.0 navigation sensors as well as visual simultaneous mapping and localisation technology (or vSLAM) to store the floor plan of your home. It will then use this information to design an efficient and consistent cleaning path for each cycle. The result is cleaner floors, and a cleaner vacuum than the majority of high-end robot vacuums.
Other features of the 980 include dual multi-surface rubber brushes which pick up dirt from carpets and hard floors as well as the spinning brush that sweeps debris into the robotic vacuum's bin. The floor tracking sensor assists in navigating through furniture, along edges and on the stairs. Cliff Detect prevents the Roomba from falling. It also automatically returns to its base station for hassle-free recharges between sessions. Although the 980's battery life and bin size aren't as impressive as other robot vacuums, it's a sturdy and reliable machine that can keep your floors spotless for hours on end.