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The Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Vacuuming is the bane of many lives However, robot vacuums make it a little easier. Modern models can also mop and climb (small) steps.

They have a small dustbin that they empty themselves, and some of them can be controlled from a smartphone app instead of an actual remote. Some have mapping capabilities that help them navigate your home more effectively.

1. Power

With the suction power of 8,000Pa Our top pick for robot vacuums is powerful enough to take care of the most difficult dirt patches and hairs. Its slim square shape enables it to slide underneath furniture such as beds and sofas. Dual-Laser LIDAR technology allows for precise obstacle avoidance and intelligent navigation. It is also great at cleaning pet hair, baking powder, and other debris near corners and baseboards.

Other high-powered robots on this list, apart from the DEEBOT X2 OMNI include the IRobot Roomba J7+ as well as the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra. It comes with a robust docking station that automates maintenance and has mopping functionality as well. Its powerful suction, combined with its efficient mopping, kept my floors clean of pet hair, muddy prints, and other debris on every floor we tested.

In the lower cost range, a model with around 2,500Pa of suction is more than adequate for the majority of homes. They are also quieter and therefore a better option for those with sensitive ears. They're still not quiet, but they're not as loud as normal conversations at home.

Consider your budget and cleaning requirements to determine the best combination of power and convenience. Regular light-duty cleaning requires a longer time to run and lower suction, whereas weekly heavy-duty cleaning demands maximum power. Examine your flooring, home layout and cleaning schedule prior to choosing the right model. We recommend looking through our entire list of robot vacuum reviews and ratings for more details on the most recent models available. Many users have reported having their carpets and floors appear cleaner after introducing a robotic vacuum in their home.

2. Navigation

A robot vacuum isn't able to perform its task when it doesn't know how to navigate around your home. The best robots use sophisticated navigation technologies to scan rooms and make a map, ensuring thorough cleaning without getting stuck or hitting obstacles. There are three major types of robot navigation: LiDAR-based sensor-based and camera-based.

The most expensive models employ LiDAR to build a virtual map of the room, delivering the highest levels of precision and efficiency. The less expensive models rely on bump sensors, which are more prone to error and tend to miss many debris in dark areas. Most robots are equipped with cliff sensors that prevent them from falling down stairs or other drops.

Many of the robots I tested utilized object recognition to efficiently navigate around things such as fake dog turds and cords, however, the best robot vacuum that mops was the Eufy X10. It had superb mapping capabilities and powerful oscillating mops that could be used as an easy-to-use app, and the ability to clean a specific zones, rooms or even the all of the house.

Other features worth a look include sensors for floors that can recognize carpets that are hard and soft automatically increasing suction power when necessary. Certain robots such as the Roborock mop make use of mopping pad lift that allows you to get into corners and clean dry spills. Many hybrids can even apply cleaning solutions to tough staining.

A smaller bin will require less frequent emptying, and a larger one will save you money on replacements. The cheapest robotic cleaner and mop cleaners typically use a small disposable dust bag, but most mid-range models have larger 3L dustbins that last for many years. Some premium robots, like the EcoVACS DEEBOT OMNI station, can self-empty their bins and fill their water tanks, allowing convenience without hands.

3. App control

The majority of robot vacuums have an app that can monitor cleaning progress and schedule cleaning sessions. They also connect to smart home devices. Many robot vacuums can be controlled using voice commands, such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Some models have a remote control that allows you to start the process, pause it, and return to dock. Select a model with an extra large dustbin and is able to self-empty rather than one that needs manual emptying.

Some robots are equipped with mapping technology to help them avoid obstacles like furniture and stairs. Others allow you to designate no-go zones and targeted rooms, so they only clean areas that require it the most. They also have cliff sensor to prevent them from falling, which is especially beneficial in multi-level homes.

If you plan to utilize your robot vacuum to clean rugs choose one that is capable of both dry mopping and wet. You'll be able to get better results from a robot vac that can remove its own mop pad, as well, which you can then rinse and reconnect when it's time to do another cleaning cycle. Also look for a robot that has a rubber roll that is less prone to tangles due to pet hair and other debris than a bristle roll, as found on some less expensive models. Check the robot's side brushes and brushroll for any debris that might have gotten stuck on. Make sure to do this at least every week. If you notice that they're beginning to get blocked, it could be time to buy replacement parts.

4. Debris collection

Robot vacuums are created to, as the name suggests, to collect dust and debris from your floors. The best robot vacuums will pick up tiny particles, such as baking soda and sand, in addition to larger ones such as metal screws, orzo, and pet hair. They also deliver better results on carpets with low pile than manual vacuums.

Across all flooring types, the top-performing robots had pickup scores of more than 95 percent. Our two best-performing robots in this category were the ECOVACS DEEBOT X2 OMNI, and the Roborock Q Revo. Both are highly automated, with robust docking stations that perform maintenance on their own, and features in the app that make them extremely user-friendly.

They both have self-emptying bins that automatically suck up the contents of the wastebasket and can clean the washboard while you mow. They also have an 8,000Pa vacuum cleaner, smart mapping technology and advanced obstacle avoidance to help them navigate through the most difficult spaces. The ECOVACS robot is among the few that can clean carpet and remove the mop pads. This makes it an ideal option for those who need to switch between mopping and vacuuming often.

If you want a cheaper option, we suggest the iRobot Roomba Kombo J7+, our budget choice. It features LIDAR navigation and decent debris pickup capabilities for the price. It is slow at mapping out rooms and has a tendency of bumping against obstacles, but the price is less than the other choices.

5. Battery life

The top robot vacuums are made to let you move on with your life while they keep your floors looking spick and span. Although you'll need to give your home a manual hoover every now and then Robotic vacuums can help keep a certain level of cleanliness and even keep your home clean even when you're away.

Choose a robovac that has an extended-lasting battery to get the most use of it. If you use the highest power setting, the model should last two cleaning sessions. This is less than a large vacuum but it should be sufficient to keep most homes clean. If you don't like to wait around while your robovac charges, you can also choose an automatic model that makes its way back to the base station to recharge.

If you want a robovac that does a little amount of everything, you should consider an all-in-one robot that is able to mop as well. Eufy's X10 is the top model in this class has self-emptying and self-refilling for the dust bin, the water tank, and the mop pad. It can be programmed to refill and wash its mop pads when they run out.

Its high-quality carpet and hard floor pickup, great hair pickup and tangle prevention, and its an almost perfect auto vacuum and mop empty score make it the clear winner of our test scores. It's not cheap, and unless you have the space of a small home with no pets, it could be too expensive for certain. The second-placed model is the Dreametech D10+, has the same performance, however it costs 25% less.