Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

The best way to keep your home tidy is to use a robot vacuum. It will nab dust, pet hair and other particles from the floor before it causes a bigger problem.

Some robots sync with smart assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant for a hands-free experience. Look for models that recharge and then resume cleaning where they left off.

1. iRobot S8

This smart robot vacuum and mop combination is an excellent option for a wide range of homes. It is able to vacuum and mop well and is extremely navigable using both GPS and laser sensors and has a wide range of features and controls accessible through the app. It also has a handy feature that lets you create cleaning zones in areas that require additional attention, as well as Keep Out zones in areas that you don't want it to be. It also gets software updates, just like all Roomba products, that enhance it over time.

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

It also has many other features, including intelligent obstacle avoidance that uses cameras in conjunction with processor-powered smarts in order to identify obstacles. It rarely gets derailed or entrapped during a cleaning process and is also the most effective at avoiding power cables as well as other objects I've tested. It's not as precise in detecting pet waste or other hazards.

2. Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid

Although Anker-owned Eufy has made a name for itself in low-cost robot vacuums it's never offered an all-in-one model that could also mop. The X8 Hybrid is a new model that offers a range of features that are advanced and is able to compete with more expensive models.

Laser navigation is the main selling point of this machine. The X8 uses laser mapping technology that is more accurate than the previous Eufy Robot Vacuum And Mop devices. It takes less time to create an extensive map of your home. It also has the ability to store multiple maps. This is great for eufy robot Vacuum and mop multi-floored homes.

The X8 is still a good vacuum on floors with no dust, slinging debris under its side brushes and into the 400ml dust bin with ease. The X8's tyres, despite having a circular shape, are adept in grabbing corners and edges. Our tests showed that it could only remove 90 percent of the fur on hard floors.

The basic mopping mode utilizes the same reservoir of water as the vacuuming mode. This is ideal for spills that aren't too serious, but you cannot regulate the amount of water it uses. It does a good job at picking up pet hair. It has a higher pick-up rate than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

Awarded for its quiet and efficient home appliances, Miele's RX2 robot vacuum comes with outstanding cleaning power, gorgeous design and excellent navigation. But it has a few operational oddities that prevent it from being ranked as the top overall smart amarey robot vacuum vacuum.

The RX2 is equipped with a dual-sensor mapping technology which uses LIDAR to map the space and a pair of 3D scanning cameras for detecting and eliminating obstacles (such as furniture legs or pet waste). Once the room is defined it is possible to assign virtual no go areas and sections that you would like to be the robot. You can also initiate cleaning manually or change the cleaning mode, watch a live feed from the onboard cameras and more from the main screen.

The sensors of the RX2 work well by registering furniture and obstructions in real-time. The suction and sweeping capabilities are outstanding, effectively removing surface litter from carpets with medium pile as well as embedded dust on floors. But it's not the most agile robot on the market. Like many others it's not a very good climber and is prone to problems with things like thresholds made of metal transition strips.

Some people buy a robot vacuum for the hands-off convenience of setting a schedule in an app and not thinking about it for weeks at an time. It's crucial that a robot is able to do the job so our ZDNet staff has tested and examined some of the most popular models to help you choose the best one for your home.

4. shark robot vacuum and mop ION

This round, budget robot looks like your typical robot but it's an upgrade in performance and features. Its smart mapping system creates 3D and 2-D maps of your home and uses them to navigate and stay clear of obstructions. It's also able to detect common obstacles such as furniture legs and power cords in real time. The combination of sensors with a bump detector, and an infrared sensor that keeps the vacuum away from stairs makes it one of our most flexible vacuums.

It was able to climb over the thick shag carpets and was not stuck (unlike the RoboVac 11s, or Roomba 690-). Its navigational skills were also impressive; its composite score in carpet and bare floors beat out the competition and it took in 98.5 percent of surface litter and embedded pet hair from our laboratory test samples.

Its controls are a bit more basic than the competition; there's a round cleaning button on the top and you can access it via the app or by voice command with Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also create a schedule for your daily or weekly cleaning, set areas that are not allowed to be cleaned, and check the history of its cleaning. Ion is covered in a sophisticated dark gray plastic that looks and feels beautiful in your home. The rear dust bin is easy to empty and cleaning the filter is equally easy.

5. Eufy 11S

Eufy 11S is a good option for those looking for a robot vacuum that's simple and simple at a cost that is low. It isn't equipped with some of the more advanced features, such as digital mapping and Alexa integration, which are found in higher-end models, but if you don't need these features, you can save some money with this model.

This robot is simple to use and set up. It does not require a smartphone application or Wi-Fi pairing, however it does have the ability to control the remote with a remote that allows you to select between various modes and adjust the suction level. You can also set up a manual schedule to send the robotvac on an cleaning schedule.

In our tests, we discovered that the 11S was extremely efficient in cleaning dirt and pet fur from carpets with low pile and hard floors. Its slim profile allowed it to fit under furniture with low hanging and other items that larger robots are unable to reach. It was also able to pass over doorway thresholds and change from one floor type to another.

The 11S, like other robots, will also eat some objects, such as cords and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests you prevent this from happening by keeping these items off the ground and by using a cord organizer if possible. It also suggests that you regularly clean the dustbin, replace the filters and clean or change the brushes as needed.

iRobot Roomba 990

The Roomba is iRobot’s flagship robot vacuum. It's expensive but it's an excellent performer and arguably the most advanced robot vacuum you can purchase. Its self-navigation and environmental mapping is something to behold. It also comes with more advanced automation features than its competitors, including the ability to set virtual boundary lines through its mobile application. It's a powerful robot vacuum, even though its app isn't the most responsive and the 980's wheels spin out when it comes across cables.

One thing we really like about the 980 is that it makes use of its iAdapt 2.0 navigation sensors as well as visual simultaneous mapping and localisation technology (or vSLAM) to store the floor plan of your home. It then uses the information to create an efficient and consistent cleaning path for every cycle. The result is cleaner floors and a cleaner vacuum than other high-end robot vacuums.

Other features of the 980 include dual multi-surface brushes which grab dirt from hard floors and carpets, as well as the spinning brush that sweeps debris into the robotic vacuum's bin. Its floor tracking sensors help it navigate between furniture and around edges, and Cliff Detect keeps the Roomba from falling down stairs. And it automatically returns to its base station for hassle-free charging between sessions. Although the 980's battery life and bin size aren't quite as efficient as other robot vacuums, it's a solid and reliable machine that will keep your floors spotless for hours and hours.