Best self empty robot vacuum and mop-Empting Robot Vacuums and Mops

The Eufy 11S robotic vacuum is among the cheapest self-emptying vacuums on the market. In our tests, it was able to pick up dry oats on hard floors and carpets with low pile. Its dust bin is simple to open and empty -it's much simpler than other models in its price range.

It is charged at its base and then begins cleaning when it's clean. But its obstacle-avoidance technology gets tangled up in socks and cords, and it's not able to go below low thresholds.

1. iRobot Roomba 11S

The 11S is one the most affordable self-emptying robots and a lot of people seem to adore it. It's good at scooting under furniture and is thought to be a good option for people with hard floors or who want to perform light daily cleaning. The suction is less powerful than our top picks, but it still does the job. It has a big dust bin and a durable battery. The app lets you schedule your daily cleaning or choose a specific room. You can also create a map of your home to help the device stay clear of areas you don't want it visit.

The app is easy to use and has a clear layout. It's not a full-featured app however it's easy to use and allows you to monitor your robot's status. It also includes a helpful tutorial to help you understand the basics.

The cleaning pattern of Bounce Navigation isn't always rational. Sometimes it follows straight lines and at other times, it concentrates on the edges of a space. But it is able to clean your entire floor. It's not the most adept at climbing over obstacles, however - it was unable to climb over our piano pedals as well as pet food bowls, and was caught in our 2.25-inch shag rug multiple times.

While it's a good option for light cleaning We believe there are better robot vacuums than the 11S. The iRobot Roomba 694 is stronger and easier to maintain, has lower ongoing costs and takes less time to charge. It also has a larger dustbin and performs better on all surface types and can also climb over low-lying obstructions (like electrical cords) more easily.

The eufy RoboVac11S is another good option for regular vacuuming. It is designed very similarly to our top pick, and is excellent at picking up small particles and dirt on hard flooring. It also does a decent job on low-pile and medium-pile carpet. Like the iRobot Roomba, it has a very large dirt compartment and utilizes BoostIQ to automatically adjust suction power. It also comes with a remote control that's easy to operate, and you can program daily cleaning routines with the app. The battery can last for around an hour, and the dustbin can be empty without taking it from the dock.

2. Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra

The Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra is a great robot vacuum and mop, with a surprisingly wide array of features for automation. The Roborock S7 MaxV comes in three versions of the basic S7 model as well as the S7 Plus model, and the S7 Ultra. The latter model is the only one with an Empty Wash Fill Dock (or an alternative Auto-Empty Dock). These docks allow the robot to return to its home base and empty the debris it has collected into a dust bag or reservoir, drain the dirty water tank, and wash its mopping pads.

The S7's sensors work in tandem to avoid obstacles and clean floors. It can recognize floor types and save a map of rooms and zones. It can even determine dirt levels. It's also capable of scheduling and executing spot-cleaning sessions. It did well in standard tests, but did not perform as well as the Roomba j7+ during the carpet deep cleaning test.

You can program the S7 by using the companion app to run a cleaning routine in accordance with your schedule. You can select an option for cleaning that is eco or automatic, as well as the day, week or time. You can also decide whether the robot will stop if it is running out of power or comes across an obstacle.

If you don't have an Android device but you can still use the S7 by connecting a remote control to the dock that charges it. The controls are difficult at first however they are very effective once you've mastered them. The power button functions as a general 'Clean' button and the "Spot Clean" button instructs the robot to clean a small area around itself. The "Spot Clean" button also triggers the child lock.

Roborock's mobile application has been upgraded to include a live view function that lets you observe what the S7 does at home. You can enable this by pressing a particular sequence of buttons on the S7 and good then creating an unlock code in the app to use any time you wish to check out what the robot is doing.

3. Shark IQ XL

Shark's robot vacuums aren't as a hit as those from iRobot or Roborock. However, our tests on the ground have proven that this model is among the most efficient self-emptying vacuums that are available. It is simple to set up, has a huge bin that is easy to empty (albeit somewhat loudly) into a trash bin when full, and can easily be programmed to complete a whole-home clean on a regular basis or as required.

The IQ XL is able to connect to your WiFi at home which allows you to keep track of its progress in cleaning using the Shark app. The app lets you create cleaning schedules, receive notifications by push regarding its current status it is in, and it can pause and resume cleaning or set it to a single room. It can also be controlled with voice commands using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. The app will show you what the current power mode is - Eco, Normal, or Maximum - but we found that none of these modes produced an obvious improvement in the performance of cleaning.

The IQ XL will automatically empty the bin at the end of each cleaning cycle into the base, which will automatically empty itself. The bin can store up to 60 days of debris, so it won't be required to empty it more than once unless your pets have long hair. If you have to empty it, you can simply detach the side container, hold it over the trash can, and then press a button.

There isn't much to dislike about the Shark IQ XL, although it does feel slightly less robust than the Roomba 694. It removes a lot of debris on carpeted floors and does a decent job at maneuvering itself however it's not as close to achieving the same performance as the iRobot Roomba i7 in terms of performance on carpeted surfaces. The i7 also feels more durable, is more robust and requires less maintenance. It also has lower recurring costs and charges faster and has comparable battery performance. It also comes with more advanced features for automation, like no-go zones and the ability to choose specific rooms to be cleaned.

iRobot J7+

This robot mop/vac combo is a rare beast, since it does both jobs very well. iRobot Combo J7+ comes with all the smarts and features of its j7 equivalent, including LiDAR map and self-emptying. But it also offers additional features for vacuuming and mopping.

The new acoustic sensors aid the j7+ recognize the types of flooring, so it can decide between vacuuming and mopping on the first pass through a room. This information is also utilized to help prioritize cleaning rooms that have carpets and rug versus those with hard flooring.

As with most robotic vacuums the j7+ is quiet when running and it's quieter when mopping. The maximum reading on our decibel meter was 64db, which is comparable to the sound of normal office chatter.

You can easily set up a cleaning schedule and alter the way that dust is cleaned when the canister fills. The j7+ can also be controlled using voice assistants (Alexa, Google Assistant, etc.) The app allows you to create and view maps within your home.

In our tests, the j7+ performed well on both hard and carpeted floors, and it cleaned up most of the dirt we tossed at it. It has some issues with pet hair as well as large debris such as sand, but it is able to remove these items with a little extra effort. It also has good navigation capabilities and a set of cliff sensors to prevent it from plunging down stairs or getting stuck on furniture legs.

We did find a few minor niggles with the j7+, mostly that it can get caught on cords and carpets, good and it doesn't always shut off its mopping when done vacuuming. This is a fantastic model that checks all the boxes.

iRobot j7+ has also one of the best auto-emptying systems we've ever examined. It drops its 14oz/0.4-liter dust container into the base station, and it automatically empties for you. This helps reduce the amount of trash you need to dispose of and you'll only have to replace the reusable dust disposal bag from the dock around every 60 days or so, depending on how often you use the j7+.