Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

A small robot vacuum vacuum is the best tool for maintaining the cleanliness of your home. It will pick up dust, pet hair, and other surface debris.

Some robots sync with smart assistants such as Alexa and Google Assistant for a hands-free experience. Look for models that can be recharged and continue cleaning where they left off.

1. iRobot S8

This smart robot vacuum and mop combination is a fantastic option for homes with a variety of. It features a superb navigation system that incorporates GPS and laser sensors. It also has many features and control options that can be accessed through the app. It also has a handy feature that lets you add cleaning zones to certain areas that need extra attention and Keep Out zones that you don't want it to go. It also receives software updates, like all Roomba products, that improve the quality of the product over time.

It's costly, but it's also among the most advanced robot vacuums ZDNet has tested. It's got a huge battery that can clean the entire house in less than two hours. It can also switch between mopping and vacuuming at the press of a button. And unlike other self-emptying robots that require you to empty the dust bin after each run, this one automatically emptys itself into a larger waste container above its charging dock.

It also has many other features, such as intelligent obstacle avoidance, which utilizes cameras and processor-powered smarts to identify obstacles. It isn't often entangled or trapped during a cleaning cycle and is also the most effective at avoiding power cables and other objects I've tested. It's not as precise in detecting pet waste or other hazards.

2. Eufy RoboVac Hybrid X8

Although Anker-owned Eufy has earned an impact in budget robot vacuums, it's never offered an all-in-one model that could also mop. That's changed with the X8 Hybrid, which has an impressive set of modern features that can compete against more expensive models.

The laser navigation is the primary selling point of this machine. The previous Eufy devices have created a rough map of your home utilizing infrared sensors and bumping into objects however the X8's laser mapping technology is much more accurate. It also takes significantly less time to build up an accurate map of your space and stores multiple maps, which is ideal for multi-floor homes.

The X8 is still a good vacuum on floors with no dust and can sling debris over its side brushes and into its 400ml dust bin with relative ease. Its tyres are also very adept at hugging corners and edges, despite being circular. It's not a great kitty litter eater, however as our tests show it can only remove about 90 percent of the fur from hard floors.

The mopping mode that is the basic one uses the same water reservoir as the vacuuming mode. While this is a good option for loose spills, you can't regulate the amount of water it is using which can limit its effectiveness when dealing with more serious stains. 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

The company is known for its quiet home appliances, Miele's RX2 robot vacuum is a great choice because of its cleaning power, stunning design and great navigation. It has a few oddities in its operation, which prevent it from being considered the top smart robot vacuum.

Similar to the latest models of iRobot like the RX2 has a dual-sensor mapping system that uses an LIDAR sensor wet dry robot vacuum to map the space and a pair of 3D scanning cameras to identify and avoid obstacles (like furniture legs or pet waste) in real time. Once the room has been identified it is possible to assign virtual no go areas and preferred sections to the robot. You can also manually change cleaning modes, initiate cleaning manually or see live feeds from the cameras onboard from the main screen.

The RX2's sensors are effective, registering furniture and other obstructions in real-time. The suction and sweeping power are top-of-the-line, picking up surface litter from carpets with medium piles and dust on floors with no floor. It's not the most powerful robot on the market. It's not the most efficient climber and has issues with transition strips made of steel.

Many people purchase robot vacuums because of the ease of setting up a schedule in an app, and then forgetting about them for weeks. It's important that a robot is capable of doing the job and that's why our ZDNet team has tested and examined some of the most popular models to help you pick the best one for your home.

4. Shark ION

This budget robovac that looks like any other, but has several more features and a better performance. Its smart mapping system generates 2D and 3-D maps of your home and uses them to navigate around and avoid obstacles. It can even identify common obstacles such as furniture legs and power cords in real-time. This combination of sensors along with a bump detector, and an infrared sensor to keep the vacuum from stepping on stairs makes it one of our most agile vacuums.

In our tests, it easily climbed over thick shag rugs and didn't get stuck on them (like the RoboVac 11s or Roomba 690). Its navigation abilities were impressive as well as its score for composite tests on carpet and bare floors topped 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 those of the competition's. There's a clean button at the top and you can either start it using the app or by voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also set a schedule for daily or weekly cleans, set no-go zones, and see its history of cleaning. Ion is clad in a smart dark gray plastic that is both attractive and attractive in your home. The dust bin on the rear is easily accessible to empty, and the removal of the filters is also simple.

5. Eufy 11S

If you're looking to buy a basic robotic vacuum that is simple and has no frills at a low cost, the Eufy11S is a great option. It doesn't have many of the smart features, such as digital mapping and Alexa integration, found in higher-end models but if you're not looking for these features, you can save a little money with this model.

This robot is simple to setup and use. It doesn't require a smartphone app or Wi-Fi pairing, however it does have a remote control that lets you select various modes and adjust the suction level. It also lets you manually turn off the robovac during scheduled cleaning.

During our tests, the 11S was very effective at removing pet hair and dirt on hard floors and in carpets with low pile. Its slim profile helped it get under furniture and wet dry Robot vacuum other low items that more bulkier robots couldn't reach. It could also easily pass over doorway thresholds and change from one floor type to another.

Like other robots, the 11S will be able to suck up objects like cords, hoodie drawstrings and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests that you can keep these objects off the ground and using a cord organizer whenever possible. It also recommends cleaning the dustbin periodically replacing the filters, and changing or washing the brushes as required.

Roomba 990 by iRobot

The Roomba 980 is iRobot's most popular wet Dry robot vacuum vacuum. It's pricey however it's a top performer and, in some ways, the most advanced robot vacuum you can buy. Its self-navigation and environmental mapping is something to behold. It has more advanced automation than the majority of its competitors, including the capability to set up virtual boundary markers with its mobile app. While its app isn't the most responsive and the 980 can spin a bit when rolling over cables, it's a very capable robot vacuum.

We love the 980 because it uses its iAdapt2.0 navigation sensors and visual simultaneity localisation and mapping (or vSLAM) to remember your home's floor plan. It will use this data to create a consistent, efficient cleaning path through each cycle. The result is cleaner floors and a better robot vacuum than most high-end robots.

The 980's other features include dual multi-surface rubber brushes, which pick up dirt from hard floors and carpet, along with the spinning brush that sweeps debris into the bin of the robotic vacuum. The sensor for floor tracking helps it navigate between furniture, along edges and up the stairs. Cliff Detect prevents the Roomba from falling. It can also return automatically to the base station for easy charging between sessions. Although the 980's battery lifespan and bin size isn't as impressive as some other robot vacuums, it's a reliable and solid machine that will keep your floors spotless for hours on end.