The Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo

A robot vacuum/mop combination is the ideal option for pets who shed fur. The machine can mop, vacuum and clean its own dual mop pad.

It also has the most suction power of any robot we have tested, at 8,800Pa. It can also create cleaning schedules and save maps of your home using its app.

1. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni

The X2 Omni robot vacuum-mop is the latest model in Ecovacs line of hybrid robot vacuum mops. This model that is wet-dry is fitted with the company's upgraded AIVI 3D 2.0 lidar system that offers better mapping and obstacles avoidance. It uses dual-laser LiDAR -- similar to what you'll find in self-driving vehicles and is able to scan up to 32 feet by 270 degrees. This translates to more accurate mapping and faster response times and greater cleaning accuracy.

It also comes with a rotating mopping pad made of chenille fabric. This makes it easier to scrub tough spots than traditional mopping. In my tests it was able to clean the X2 Omni washed its pad in just a few seconds and then got to work. I noticed that it was more precise than other models, which seemed to follow a grid around rooms. It was able to navigate my rooms with its corners and edges and also create a "Zambani pattern" that ran up and down the middle of the room. It also returned to its OMNI station frequently to empty the trash bin and wash the mop with hot water before starting another clean-up job.

Like other Ecovacs products The X2 Omni is a breeze to set up and start using. It takes only a few minutes to snap the dock into position, plug it in and connect it to your Wi-Fi network at home. You can then launch the app to begin your first cleaning task. I was able to dive into the settings and personalize my floor plan in about 15 minutes, which included creating zones that are restricted to sweep and mop and reworking my furniture placements, and so on. The X2 Omni was astonished in my tests, achieving outstanding scores in the removal of pet hair and debris cleaning and near-perfect results in crevice and edge cleaning.

2. Deebot T10 Omni

The ECOVACS T10 Omni is a powerful vacuum and mopping machine. It is the most sophisticated of the T-line from the company and comes with the new OZMO Turbo2.0 mopping system that makes use of a dual-spinning brush to provide better cleaning than traditional scrubbers. It has YIKO, a natural language processing technology that is a first of its kind. This allows it to respond to a variety of voice commands. You can make use of the ECOVACS app to map your home, create cleaning schedules, and alter settings.

The biggest issue with the T10 Omni is that it's unable to switch between vacuuming and mopping in a single run. The T10 Omni comes with two modes that require you to attach mop heads to and from the vacuum depending on your requirements. This is great for most households, but not for people who have a busy schedule.

The Deebot T10 is an excellent robot vacuum that gives impressive results. It removed more than 96% of debris from our hardwood flooring. This is a fantastic performance. It was a success on carpets and tiles cleaning up the majority of dirt.

This robotic mop and vacuum has a large docking station which offers cool water cleaning for its mop pads, and auto-emptying into a 3L disposable bag that's simple to replace, and hot air drying for quick and easy maintenance. It also comes with a large tank of water that allows it to be rinsed and dried more frequently between mopping sessions.

The Deebot T10 features a wash tray that is built into its base, similar to other mopping robots. It uses the wash tray to rinse and dry its mop pads when it is using them. However, it doesn't come with an open tray, meaning that dirty water, dust and other grime slowly builds up in the bottom of the tray over time.

3. RoboVac X8 Hybrid

This is the first mopping model made by Anker that is renowned for its robot vacuums. It has improved intelligence, multiple map support, LIDAR scanning and twin-turbine technology that automatically adjusts for the surface you are cleaning. It's a mid-range robotic cleaner that's attractive even if the claim of being a one-stop shop for floor cleaning does not be realized.

The X8 Hybrid looks like a regular robotic vacuum cleaner from the top with its circular shape, sweeping wheels and a raised space for sensors. Flip it over, however, and you'll find an electric floor brush as well as a single side sweeper brush that carries dirt from the edges into the main pathway of the robot's 'mouth'. It's smaller than the main brushes of the iRobot Roomba S9, which I discovered makes it easier to get under chairs and sofas.

The mapping system is quite sophisticated, allowing you to set no-mop zones as well as specific cleaning zones. However it tends to bump into things (including its own charging dock) and isn't always great in climbing over rugs. It did a great job of picking up pet hair on bare floors However, in our tests it picked up 89.5% of kitty litter - a figure that is higher than any of the most powerful robots we've tested.

The X8 Hybrid is controlled via an app, but it also has physical buttons on its base. These buttons let you choose the cleaning mode, or turn the robot on/off. Additionally, you can use these to set no-go zones and see real-time maps. It's also a bit chatty, and will tell what it's going to do next (start cleaning) or notify you if something isn't working.

4. ILIFE A4s

This high-tech model sucks up pet hair, kibble and other messes with remarkable performance and is able to effortlessly maneuver around furniture legs. It comes with a set of features that is impressive, such as two cleaning modes as well as an automatic docking station and a real-time obstacle avoidance system. The Wi-Fi enabled device is controlled via the Neato App where cleaning schedules are set and maintenance needs are monitored. The X2 Omni is an excellent choice for homes that have a carpet, hard carpet and floors, but it requires some advanced planning to avoid getting stuck by electrical cords, toys, or other unexpected obstacles.

In our test of hardwood floors and kibble the robot performed very well and was able to take everything from one grain of rice to multiple pieces of dog food in just one pass. It had a bit of difficulty transitioning to carpets, however, in general, this vacuum cleaner is ideal for large rooms with different flooring types and a mix of pets.

The A4s Pro is a bit expensive but it's an excellent purchase for those who want to be able to leave the house with no hands on so they can do other things or perform household chores. The A4s Pro also offers a convenient auto cleaning mode that automatically boosts suction power to handle tough spills and dirt and it comes with a battery-powered ElectroWall that lets you define boundaries where the robot isn't permitted to access.

This budget-friendly option from a well-known upstart brand is the most affordable TCL Robot Vacuum Cleaner: Powerful Suction Smart Connectivity we've ever tested and provides an outstanding value for price. Its navigation system is basic and uses an extremely basic random pathing algorithm, but it doesn't have room mapping capabilities, making it less time efficient than other models on this list. However it's still able to get under furniture and into corners and its mopping feature performed well in our testing, picking up stray pet hair and other debris easily.

5. Shark iQ

Shark's iQ isn't quite as robust as the Roomba S9, but it does better overall at getting rid of pet hair from all surfaces. It does a better job of cleaning carpets with low piles as well as floor surfaces that are bare. It also makes use of smart-pathing navigational software for greater maneuverability. It can be positioned to a specific area, and includes a variety of advanced automation features including no-go zones and schedules. It also allows you to suspend and resume cleaning which is ideal for homes with pets.

The self-cleaning brushroll eliminates tangles and can hold up to 30 days of dirt. It comes with angled side brushes to reach into corners, as well as a multi-stage filter system that collects dust, allergens and dander.

This vacuum feels solid and well-built. It comes with an app for smartphones that enables you to change the settings for your vacuum and plan cleaning times in advance. The app lets you see the iQ's remaining battery life and also receive notifications via push for any issues it encounters during a cleaning session. You can make use of your voice to control it with an Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device, and if you don't have either of those devices, you can mark areas with physical boundary marker strips.

The iQ is good for cleaning floors that aren't clean, and is able to do a decent job on carpets that are sagging and low-pile. However it's not able to provide the same level of autonomy as our top choices. It's also costly and its monthly costs can add up.