Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

A robot vacuum is the best tool for maintaining the cleanliness of your home. It can remove dust, pet hair, and other debris on surfaces.

Some robots connect to smart assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant for a hands-free experience. Find models that can be recharged and continue cleaning the area they left.

1. iRobot S8

This smart robot vacuum and mop combo is a fantastic option for homes with a variety of. It vacuums and mops well, has excellent navigation with both GPS and laser sensors, and has a wide range of features and controls that are accessible through the app. It has a handy feature which allows you to create Cleaning zones in areas that require more attention, and Keep Out zones in areas that you do not want it to go. It also gets software updates, like the other Roomba products, that enhance it over time.

It's costly but it's also among the most advanced robot vacuums that ZDNet has evaluated. It's got a huge battery that can sweep an entire home in less than two hours. It can also switch between mopping and vacuuming at the touch of a button. And, unlike other self-emptying robots that require you to empty the trash bin after each run, it automatically empties into the larger waste container that is above its charging dock.

It also has a number of other options, like intelligent obstacle avoidance which uses cameras in conjunction with processor-powered smarts in order to detect obstacles. It rarely gets derailed or trapped during a cleaning process, and it's the best at avoiding power cables and other objects I've tested. However, it's not as reliable at detecting pet waste or other hazards.

2. Eufy RoboVac Hybrid X8

While the Anker-owned Eufy has made a name for itself in budget robot vacuums, it's not yet an all-in-one model that can also mop. The X8 Hybrid is a new model that has a wide range of advanced features, and is able to compete with more expensive models.

The main selling point of Eufy's this device is its laser navigation. The X8 utilizes a laser mapping system that is more accurate than the previous Eufy devices. It also takes significantly less time to create a comprehensive picture of your living space and also stores multiple maps, which is ideal for multi-floor vacuums homes.

The X8 is a great vacuum cleaner on bare floors. It is able to easily throw debris through the side brushes and into the 400ml dustbin. The Tyres of the X8, despite their circular shape, are adept at grabbing corners and edges. Our tests revealed that it was able to remove 90 percent of the fur from hard floors.

There's a basic mopping mode that utilizes the same water tank as the vacuuming. This is ideal for spills that aren't too dangerous, but you are unable to limit the amount of water it uses. It's effective at picking up hair from pets. It has a higher percentage of hair removal than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

Miele's RX2 robotic vacuum is known for its quiet, powerful appliances. It has a beautiful design, excellent navigation and an impressive cleaning power. It has some oddities in its operation, which prevent it from being considered the top smart robot vacuum.

The RX2 is equipped with a dual-sensor mapping technique that uses a LIDAR to map an area, and a pair 3D scanning cameras for detecting and avoiding obstacles (such as furniture legs or pet waste). Once mapped, the app lets you designate virtual no-go zones and favorite sections that the robot will automatically clean. You can also alter the cleaning options, begin an automatic clean or watch live feeds of the onboard cameras from the main screen.

The RX2 is equipped with excellent sensors that detect furniture and other obstructions immediately. And its sweeping and suction power are top-notch cleaning up surface debris from carpets with medium piles and dust on floors that are unfinished. It's not the fastest robotics on the market. It's not the greatest climber, and it has problems with metal threshold transition strips.

Many people purchase robot vacuums for the convenience of setting up a schedule using an app, only to forget about them for weeks. It is essential for a robot capable of doing the job so our ZDNet team has tested and examined some of the most popular models to help you select the right one for your house.

4. Shark ION

This budget-friendly robovac looks just like your typical robot but it's upgraded in terms of performance and features. Its smart mapping system generates 3D and 2D maps of your home and uses them to navigate around and avoid obstructions. It can even identify common obstacles like furniture legs and power cords in real-time. This combination of sensors together with a bump sensor, and an infrared drop sensor that keeps it from falling down stairs is what makes it one of the most agile vacuums we've tried.

In our tests, it was able to climbed over thick shag rug and didn't get stuck on them (like the RoboVac 11s or Roomba 690). Its navigation abilities were also impressive. Its composite score for carpet and bare flooring beat the competition, and it was able to pick up 98.5% of surface litter and embedded dog hair that we tested in our lab samples.

The controls are more basic than those of the competition's. There's a cleaning button on the top and you can start it by using the app or via voice commands using Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also schedule weekly or daily cleanings, designate no-go zones, and look up its history of cleaning. Ion is clad in a stylish dark gray plastic that feels and looks appealing in your home. Its rear dustbin is easily accessible for emptying, and taking out the filters is also a breeze.

5. Eufy 11S

Eufy 11S is an excellent option for those looking for an automated vacuum cleaner that is simple and simple at a cost that is low. The model isn't equipped with smart features such as Alexa integration and digital mapping that are found in higher-end models. If you don't require these features, you could save money.

This robot is simple to use and set up. It does not require smartphone application or Wi-Fi pairing. However it does come with a remote control which allows you to choose between different modes and alter the suction level. It also allows you to manually send the robovac off during scheduled cleaning.

During our tests, we found that the 11S was extremely efficient at removing dirt and pet fur from carpets and floors with low pile. Its slim profile helped it reach under furniture and other low items that some of the larger robots could not reach. It was also able to easily traverse door thresholds and move between floors and another.

Like other robots, the 11S will be able to suck up objects like cords, drawstrings on hoodies, and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests that you can stop this by keeping these items off the floor and by using the possibility of a cord organizer. It also recommends that you periodically clean the dustbin, change the filters, and change or wash the brushes as necessary.

6. IRobot Roomba 990

The Roomba is iRobot’s flagship robot vacuum. It's costly, but it's the best cordless vacuum mop combo robot vacuum that you can purchase. Its self-navigation and environmental mapping is something to behold. It also has more advanced automation features than most competitors, such as the ability to set virtual boundary markers using its mobile app. It's a dependable robot vacuum, even though its app is a bit sluggish and the 980 spins when it is pushed over cables.

One thing we love about the 980 is the fact that it utilizes its iAdapt 2.0 navigation sensors and visual simultaneous localisation and mapping technology (or vSLAM) to remember the floor plan of your home. It uses this information to create a consistent, efficient cleaning path in every cycle. The result is cleaner floors and a cleaner vacuum than other high-end robot vacuums.

Other features of the 980 include two multi-surface rubber brushes that pick up dirt from carpets and hard floors and an ejector brush that moves debris into the bin of the robotic vacuum. The sensors for floor tracking help it navigate between furniture and around edges, and Cliff Detect helps to prevent the Roomba from slipping down stairs. And it automatically returns to its base station for easy recharging between sessions. Although the 980's battery life and bin size aren't quite as impressive as some other robot vacuums, it's a reliable and solid machine that can keep your floors clean for hours on end.