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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Robot vacuums can help you save time and effort when it comes to regular cleaning. The best models are capable of getting rid of dust as well as light debris and cords.

The ones that are more expensive can even mop your floor but they aren't able to climb up the stairs. Find models that feature intelligent mapping, real-time hazard avoidance, and large self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The top robots we've tested in our testing are efficient and user-friendly, and able to keep up with the everyday messes. You'll also need a robot capable of handling stairs and that has decent ability to pick up carpets. If you're looking for extra features, you might be interested in a robot equipped with smart mapping technology or an app that lets you control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing shopping writer and product reviewer at PEOPLE who has tried dozens of robotic vacuums. She's a fan of the robot vacuums that provide the greatest convenience, such as self-emptying bins and charging docks that automatically empty and refill water tanks for mopping robots. She also likes robots that recognize landmarks like furniture legs and power cords to ensure they don't get tripped up when climbing stairs.

Compared to the top-rated models this Black and Decker robot vacuum is less equipped with object-avoidance technology, and its navigation score is lower. It does however have an enormous dust bin that doesn't need frequent emptying, and has a long battery life. It also has an option that allows you to schedule cleaning sessions, and return to where it was last. This makes it easier for you to take care of larger areas. This model is also a good choice for pet owners because it is able to identify and eliminate hair tangled and fallen food particles.

In our tests, we observed that the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combined with a LIDAR (light) sensor which can map rooms and detect obstacles by using a structured-light sensor to identify objects and detect edges. It is able to avoid liquid droplets, stairs, and furniture legs easily with this combination. It is also able to save up to four floor plans for future use. It can pause and resume the cleaning process at any time, meaning that you can continue with your chores while it is working. The app includes the 3D image of your home, with room labels as well as advanced cleaning options.

Although this model isn't able to clean as well as our top-rated models, it is superior in picking up fine debris such as baking soda and sand as well as larger objects, like orzo pasta and metal screws. The only drawback is that it isn't able to mop and has a slightly less impressive navigation system.

The best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, pick a robot vacuum that scores high for rug and carpet ability to maneuver and pick up. Many models do a decent job of picking up dust that is embedded in carpets with low pile and a few do a decent job at cleaning up larger debris such as orzo pasta, metal screws, and pet hair. However, they can't handle small particles as well as an upright or canister vacuum and may also be unable to pick up dirt in the vicinity of baseboards and thresholds.

The best smart vacuum option for carpeted homes is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum/mop. It lets you swap in the cleaning bin as well as mopping pad with damp. The Roborock Q Revo is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum/mop that can clean and mop simultaneously with circular pads spinning at 200 revolutions per minute. It detects and lifts its pads when they come into contact with carpets, preventing the flooring from becoming wet. You don't have remove them or replace them every time. The Q Revo is also superior to other robot vacuums/mops in avoiding obstacles such as rugs and thresholds, and avoiding obstacles.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another option worth considering. It did well in our tests and you can set it up to schedule it to sweep your home while you are away. It can also be set to only mop, and we liked its impressive navigation on both rug and floor surfaces, as well as its ability to get up and over furniture. The Combo i5 also has a very long runtime and excellent path planning for a device of this size.

If you're looking for a high-tech model, consider the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum & Mop. It has a large charging dock that can run for several weeks without having to be empty and has impressive navigation skills and automatic emptying on carpets and floors that are not cleaned. It's also got a smart-mapping system and can be programmed to only be operational during certain times of the day (a handy feature for keeping children and pets who are prone to mischief from causing havoc). The Shark isn't as powerful than other mop/robot combos however it's still efficient in removing hair and pet hair and is the most affordable of our top choices.

Best for Hard Flooring

Robot vacuums are best for floors made of hardwood, since they can navigate through obstacles with ease without causing damage floors that aren't. They are capable of picking up dust and crumbs, but they are unable to deal with pet hair and larger debris. They don't have the suction of an upright or a top-quality canister vacuum, making them unsuitable for deep cleaning upholstery or carpeted areas.

The best robot hoover two-in-1 robots combine a vacuum and a mop to complete an entire task in one go. Look for models that have an onboard sensor to detect any changes in the flooring and adjust suction accordingly. The ECOVACS DEEBOT T9+, for instance, has this feature and can move seamlessly from soft to hard carpeting.

If your home is comprised of hardwood floors, think about a robotic vacuum and mop combination like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model uses an efficient robot vacuum with smart navigation to clean hardwood floors and other hard surfaces. Additionally, it can mop as well. The sensors help it avoid staircases and other hazards, so you don't have to be worried about the robot falling down the stairs and damaging your hardwood.

When it comes to mops, the Eufy S1 Pro is designed to actually wash hardwood floors with downward pressure rather than just wipe them clean to remove light dust and dirt. Its reusable pads reduce waste and spread fewer germs. They can also be cleaned in the docking stations to save time. They can also be dried, washed and reused.

Both the robovac and mop can be controlled from your smartphone to make it easier to manage the device. For instance, you can use the app to create a no-go zone that the vacuum cannot enter or label rooms separately, or schedule cleaning sessions for certain areas. The Eufy S1 Pro also has an auto vacuum cleaner-emptying dock, which collects debris through a trapdoor, and is then stored in a bagless or disposable bin, which means you don't need to empty the bin manually every time as you would with other models.

Ideal for small Spaces

These robots are made to work in small spaces. They have smaller bins that can hold less garbage, and are more efficient than the larger models when it comes to maneuvering tight corners. They can also be placed under furniture where larger robots have difficulty reaching. They are also less expensive than the more expensive models, but you'll need to empty their dirt compartments manually at the end each cleaning session.

A couple of years ago, robotic vacuums went through a major change as manufacturers began adding sensors to help navigate around and avoid household objects that their conventional sensors would get stuck on or run over. This has have reduced the number of times that our testers had to clean up after a robotic snag whether it was a power cord, toy, or piece of pet waste.

The new sensors aren't completely eliminating all the problems with these machines however. The lower-end models are not able to tackle the same obstacles as the older models, and they need an adequate amount of light to see where they are going. Look into an option that incorporates a spinning LIDAR unit mounted on top to trace the area. Our top model and the runners-up have this feature. This lets them work in the dark and avoid obstacles like stairs.

These models can also be programmed to only use their cliff sensors when they are on or near the ground, but not when they are above it. It's important to cover mirrors to prevent this from happening. The lasers used by the LIDAR-based models may bounce off reflective surfaces, causing the robot to think it's in another room.

Some of the models that we recommend let you create virtual no-go zones for areas you don't want the robot to visit. This is a great option when you have pets or children who are small. Those features aren't available on all of the models we test and recommend that you go through our complete reviews of the choices below before you make a purchase.