Best Bagless Self Emptying Robot Vacuums

This robovac comes with amazing AI-powered obstacle avoidance, powerful mopping and an automatic emptying dock. It also has an HEPA filter which seals in allergens.

It's not as good at scouring pet hair and other mess as our top picks, www.robotvacuummops.com but it's great for shoppers on a budget. It also has the best features in terms of apps, including virtual no-go zones and zone cleaning.

1. iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO is a solid, well-built robot that does an excellent job at vacuuming floors. It has a large dirt compartment on the outside that automatically empties when full into docking stations. It then will resume cleaning once it has been recharged. It's efficient in removing small and medium debris from bare floors however it has a difficult time dealing with pet hair and incurs high recurring costs.

This model, similar to the i3 EVO uses iRobot’s iAdapat navigation software to help you learn and remember your home. It also has an automatic adjustment feature that adjusts its head height and suction power based on the floor type it's working on.

During our testing it did a great job on both hard floors and carpets with low pile. It picked the majority of the smaller, harder debris that we dropped on each surface, while also taking on the larger crumbs of cereal we placed on the carpet. It's a little less adept in dealing with pet hair than some of the top models we've tested, however, and it might be stuck on cords or toys when you don't pick them up before you send the robot to clean.

In our tests, the i3+ EVO was clean for a period of about 90 minutes before its battery ran low and it was able to return to its original state. This is more than the i7+ and s9+, which each ran for less than 60 minutes in our tests. The i3+ EVO has a solid track record of remembering its previous run, which we haven't seen on other robots.

The i3+ EVO's dustbin has a capacity of 1.5 quarts which is smaller than most of the other robots we've test. The bin has a release switch on the side that can be pressed to empty the bin. You can also empty it using the docking station's CleanBase Automatic Dirt disposal, which suctions up the contents of its internal dustbin before emptying it into station's dirt bag.

2. Eureka Q5 pro

The Q5 Pro is a powerful mopping system that has a suction rate of 5,500pa. It can be set up in just a few minutes. Its integrated 770ml dustbin and water tank will reduce the frequency of emptying, and its large capacity allows for longer mopping sessions. The 240-minute runtime makes it a fantastic option for homes with larger spaces. Its amazing clever navigation technology, courtesy of PreciSense LiDAR mapping will also provide a full room coverage, while allowing the robot to move around obstacles.

The Q5 Pro is unlike some other robot vacuums that require Wi-Fi to function. However, its battery is rather small, so you'll need to recharge it often in case you intend to use the machine for a long period of time. It is fairly easy to maintain, with an empty dirt bag that can be easily replaced, and a simple maintenance schedule. It is also cheaper than its more expensive competitors.

The Q5 Pro can be a little finicky when it is dealing with pet hair as well as bulkier debris, though it's a great product overall. In our tests the Q5 Pro was able remove more debris from carpet and floors with low pile than Dirt Devil Endura Max. However, it had trouble finding tight corners and recessed high-pile areas. It's also more maneuverable and the filtering system does a fantastic job of capturing allergens. The straight suction floorhead of the vacuum is low for medium or bulky debris. It also has a few other minor drawbacks, such as its lack of advanced features and the limited remote control features. Eureka Q5 Pro, despite its limitations, is a good choice for those seeking a basic robot vacuum that can mop.

3. SwitchBot K10 Plus

If you're looking for a smart vacuum cleaner with the ability to also mop, then the SwitchBot K10 Plus is an excellent choice. The small size of this robot lets it reach places that larger robots cannot, such as corners and under furniture. It also has an advanced LiDAR sensor that can recognize obstacles and avoid collisions.

During our testing during testing, the K10 Plus quickly and efficiently cleaned up pet hair, crumbs, and other debris from our carpets and hardwood floors. It also was able to get into tight spaces like under our beds or around the legs of our chairs. It can mop with a separate cloth, or use a wet cloth. The K10 Plus comes with a small bag of wet wipes to get you moving.

The app for the K10 Plus is intuitive and straightforward to use. It provides a variety of customization options like setting a no disruption time, changing the map layout, and setting a schedule to determine when you'd like it to clean. The app also tracks the usage of different accessories such as the filter, side brush, bin filter, and sensors. This is helpful for knowing when it's time to replace them.

The K10 Plus's battery life is decent too. After a full charge we got three hours of cleaning. It also recharges quickly. It ejects dirt into a bin in the base station after it's done. It can be quite loud, but not as loud compared to other robot vacuums that we've tested.

4. iRobot Roomba S9+

The iRobot Roomba Combo: Vacuum and Mop with Navigation Roomba S9+ belongs to the high-end S Series of the manufacturer, above models such as the iRobot Roomba j7 or iRobot Roomba i3. It performs very well on different flooring types and can be maneuvered easily around furniture. The main brushroll comes with counter rotating rubber scrapers which effectively clean the majority of debris, including pet hair from floors and carpets. The suction power in real-world use is powerful for a robotic vacuum but doesn't quite match the power of top brands like the Roborock S8.

The design of the Roomba S9+ is premium. It has an oval-shaped frame that looks more modern than its competitors' circular bodies. The shape makes it easier to reach corners and along edges with ease. Although it may leave dust in these areas when the corner brush isn't turning fast enough however, its powerful motor more than compensates for this.

In iRobot’s tests in the lab, the S9+ picked up kitty-litter and pet hair effortlessly. It also did exceptionally well on hard floors, where it made use of its powerful motor to power through all kinds of debris, and clean all edges and corners effortlessly. Its advanced vSLAM technology and Imprint Smart Mapping made it one of our top navigators. It can make its way through sofas or beds with valances draped over them.

The iRobot App makes it easy to set up and use. You can choose the functions you want to activate when you first set up the robot, or wait until after you've gotten familiar with it. The internal bin has to be manually emptied after it has become full, but the process only takes 15 seconds and is relatively quiet.

5. Roborock S8

The latest version of the Roborock S Series is a powerful mop and robot vacuum with a comprehensive feature set. Like its predecessors, it uses a LIDAR sensor and camera system to aid in navigation and obstacles avoidance. The application's mapping engine creates a 3D interactive map of your home that allows you to mark certain rooms to be spot cleaned or create no-go zones. The app lets you set the robot's schedule and choose different cleaning and mopping modes for each room.

The S8 also features upgraded HyperForce suction that sucks hair and other fine particles with ease. The app allows you to alter the power of suction, and the device will change between energy-efficient 'Quiet' Balanced', and 'Turbo' modes based on the surface it's cleaning. It also comes with a Carpet Suction Boost mode that enhances suction when the robot is on carpets.

You can control the S8 with a single button, which also functions as a general "Clean button, or an 'Spot Clean' button to direct the robot to that location. Press the 'Dock/Home' button to send the robot to its home station. The app is surprisingly rich feature set and is easy to use. You can also choose the time you charge your phone off-peak in order to save money on peak-time energy.

The only drawback to the S8 is that its battery isn't as long as it could, allowing only 130 minutes of usage when I left it at its default settings with both mopping and vacuuming enabled. It's still a long duration and was enough to wash my apartment.