Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos
The best method to keep your home tidy is to use a robotic vacuum. It can remove dust, pet hair, and other debris from the surface before it causes 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 can recharge and resume cleaning the area they left.
1. iRobot S8
This smart robot mop and vacuum combo is a great choice for many households. It can be used to vacuum and mop, has excellent navigation with both GPS and laser sensors and has a wide range of controls and features available via the app. It has a handy feature that lets you create cleaning zones in areas that require more attention, as well as Keep Out zones in areas that you don't wish it to go. And, like all Roomba devices, it is updated with new software updates that make it even better over time.
It's expensive but it's also one of the most advanced robot vacuums ZDNet has tested. It has a high-powered battery that can vacuum a large area in less than two hours, and it can switch between mopping and vacuuming at the touch of one button. It automatically emptys the trash bin that is above its charging station, unlike other self emptying robots which require you to empty it after every run.
It's got a range of other features that make it a great option for most homes, including intelligent obstacle avoidance that utilizes the camera as well as processor-powered smarts to see obstacles. It's not often tripped or stuck during a cleaning cycle. In my tests it was the best at avoiding objects such as power cables. It's not as reliable in detecting pet waste or other dangers.
2. Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid
Eufy, owned by Anker It has become an iconic name in the world of robots that are budget-friendly vacuums. However, it didn't provide a model that could also mop. This is changing with the X8 Hybrid, which has an impressive array of modern features that can compete against more expensive models.
Eufy's main selling point with this device is its laser navigation. The X8 utilizes a laser mapping system that is more precise than previous Eufy devices. It takes less time to build a comprehensive map of your home and can store multiple maps. This is perfect for multi-floored homes.
The X8 is a good vacuum cleaner for floors with no dust. It is able to effortlessly sling debris under the side brushes and into the 400ml dustbin. The tyres are adept at securing corners and edges even though they're circular. It's not a great kitty litter picker, though our tests have shown it can only remove about 90% of the fur from hard floors.
The basic mopping mode uses the same water reservoir as the vacuuming mode. This is ideal for spills that aren't serious, but you cannot regulate the amount of water it uses. It does a good job in removing hair from pets. It has a higher percentage of hair removal than the Roborock S7.
3. Miele RX2
Known for quietly effective home appliances, Miele's RX2 robot vacuum has excellent cleaning power, beautiful design and great navigation. There are a few niggles in its operation, which prevent it from being considered the best smart robot vacuum.
Like iRobot's latest models, the RX2 has a dual-sensor mapping system that utilizes a LIDAR sensor to map out a room and three 3D scanning cameras to detect and avoid obstacles (like furniture legs or pet waste) in real time. Once the room is mapped, the app lets you assign virtual no-go areas and preferred areas that the robot will automatically clean. You can also change the cleaning options, begin an automatic clean, or view a live feed of the cameras onboard from the main screen.
The RX2 is equipped with excellent sensors that detect furniture and other obstructions in a flash. Its sweeping and suction powers are exceptional, taking away surface debris from medium pile carpeting as well as embedded dust on bare floors. However, it's not exactly the most agile robot on the market. It's not the most efficient climber and has issues with transition strips made of steel.
A lot of people purchase a robotic vacuum for the hands-off convenience of setting a schedule on an app and not thinking about it for weeks at an time. It's crucial that a robot is able to do the job so our ZDNet staff has tested and examined some of the most popular models in order to help you select the right one for your house.
4. Shark ION
This budget robot is just like your standard robot, however it's a step up in performance and features. Its smart mapping system creates 2D and 3-D maps of your house and uses them to navigate around and stay clear of obstructions. It is able to detect common obstacles such as furniture legs and power cords in real-time. This combination of sensors together with a bump sensor and an infrared drop sensor which keeps it from falling down the stairs is what makes it one of the most agile vacs we've tried.
It was able to walk over the thick shag carpets and was not stuck (unlike the RoboVac 11s, or Roomba 690-). Its navigation capabilities were impressive. Its composite score for carpet and bare flooring beats the competition and it was able to pick up 98.5 percent of pet hair that we tested in our lab samples.
Its controls are a bit simpler than the competitors. There's an oblong cleaning button at the top and you can start it from the app or by voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also schedule daily or weekly cleanings, create no-go zones and check the history of cleaning. Ion is clad in a sophisticated dark gray plastic that is both attractive and attractive in your home. The rear dust bin is easy to access for emptying and removing the filter is just as simple.
5. Eufy 11S
If you're looking for a simple, no-frills robot vacuum at a low cost, the Eufy11S is a great option. It doesn't have many of the more advanced features, such as digital mapping and Alexa integration, which are found in higher-end models however, if you don't require those functions you can save cost with this model.
This robot is very easy to setup and use. It does not require a smartphone application or Wi-Fi pairing. However it does come with the remote control that lets you select between different modes and alter the suction levels. You can also manually set the robotvac to the schedule of cleaning.
During our tests during our tests, the 11S was extremely effective in removing pet hair and dirt from hard floors as well as in carpets with a low pile. Its slim profile floor vacuum robot made it easier to get under furniture and other low objects that larger robots could not reach. It was also able to traverse door thresholds and transition from one floor type to another.
The 11S, as with other robots, will also eat certain objects, like cords and cat toys. The manufacturer states that you can stop this by keeping these items off the floor and by using a cord organizer if possible. It also recommends that you periodically clean the dustbin, change the filters and clean or change the brushes as required.
Roomba 990 by iRobot
The Roomba is iRobot's flagship robot vacuum. It's expensive but it's top-performing and arguably the most advanced robot vacuum you can buy. Its self-navigation and environmental mapping is a marvel to behold. It has more advanced automation than its competitors, including the capability to set up virtual boundary markers with its mobile application. It's a powerful robot vacuum, even if the application is a bit slow and the 980 spins when it comes across cables.
One thing we really like about the 980 is that it uses its iAdapt 2.0 navigation sensors and visual simultaneous localisation and mapping technology (or vSLAM) to remember the floor plan of your home. It then uses the information to create an efficient and consistent cleaning path for each cycle. The result is cleaner floors and a cleaner vacuum than other high-end robot vacuums.
The 980's other features include two multi-surface rubber brushes which grab dirt from carpets and hard floors and the spinning brush that sweeps debris into the bin of the robotic vacuum. The sensor for floor tracking assists in navigating between furniture, along edges and on the stairs. Cliff Detect prevents the Roomba from falling. It also automatically returns to the base station for easy recharging in between sessions. The bin capacity and battery life of the 980 aren't as good as other robot vacuums. However, it is a reliable and solid machine that can keep floors clean for a long time. hours.