Top Rated Robot Vacuums

A robot remote vacuum will keep your floors tidy enough to decrease the frequency of hoovering manually. Choose a robot vacuum that is well-trained in navigation, has the ability to clean stairs and corners and also has a large bin that only needs to be emptying every so often.

There are models that mop and charge themselves This is an advantage essential for families with pets or children. Many of the Top Rated Robot Vacuum performers in our tests also have decent obstacle avoidance.

1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The i3+ EVO and its i3 EVO sibling the i3 EVO are the same robots that differ only in that the i3+ comes with self-emptying features. The i3+ is an excellent alternative for those who want a an automated, hands-free cleaning experience, but want to manually empty the robot's dustbin after it has filled up.

Both robots are adept at picking up surface dirt on hard floors and carpets, and they can easily navigate around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software creates a smart maps of your home that aid the i3+ in its navigation and clean efficiently. However, unlike the i7+ and other top-rated robots that we tested, the i3+ doesn't have a feature for avoiding obstacles and therefore it could get stuck on things such as power cords or socks, and it can have difficulty navigating across surface transitions like from hardwood to carpet.

iRobot recommends you clear out areas in which the i3+ EVO will vacuum before you use it, which includes getting rid of any toys or clutter it may encounter. It's also recommended to keep the dust bin and filter clear so they do not become blocked by dirt. When the i3+ EVO's internal bin is empty or the battery is depleted, it returns to the docking station and automatically takes the dirt out of the docking station’s external dustbin. Then it continues cleaning where it left off. The battery's life span is approximately an hour and a half of constant usage. It takes three hours to fully charge.

2. iRobot Roomba i7+

The iRobot i7+ is a top model from iRobot’s flagship line and comes with the latest features. It's self-charging, self-navigating and -- the most important feature of all -- it has an auto-emptying dustbin, which eliminates one of the main sources of maintenance for any robot vacuum.

The Roomba i7+ is able to remember up to 10 floor plans and their names with Imprint Smart Mapping, which lets it identify rooms to clean them more efficiently. It also works with the iRobot Home app to let you schedule cleaning tasks and direct your robot by voice or through the app.

In our testing the i7+ performed more agile and faster than our runner-up and the eufy RoboVac G30, and it removed large chunks of pet hair from all surface types including carpeting. Its main advantage over the eufy, is its self-emptying dustbin, which eliminates a major cause of maintenance and cuts down on the cost of maintenance.

We were also awestruck by the i7+'s compatibility Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant AI services which we used to instruct the robot to start, stop or pause its cleaning routines, move itself around the room and sweep an area. Connecting the i7+ to these services was easy and straightforward using the iRobot Home app. We were able, once connected, to speak commands to the i7+ like "Hey Alexa vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home App also offers options to manage i7+ settings and evaluating performance.

3. Dyson Cyclone V10

In a world full of cordless vacs that feel like minivans or buses, this small Dyson model is a sports car. It's powerful enough to replace a stand-up vacuum in a majority of homes, but it is also compact enough to fit on a bookcase or coffee table.

The V10 is powered with a Lithium-ion battery with 7 cells of energy that produces power without fading for 60 minutes. The advanced whole-machine filter system traps allergens, then lets cleaner air into your home. Its specialized head uses stiff nylon bristles to drive deep into carpets and collect large crumbs or fine dust. It comes with three suction modes that can be adjusted to the task. It is able to swiftly change from floor vacuum to handheld vacuum and vice versa.

The model also comes with docks that charge to 100% in about 3.5 hours, and gives users an easy access to two attachments as well as a wand clip. This is a major improvement over older Dysons which require a long charge and are difficult to store.

The main issue with the V10 is its limited running time. As CR's tests have shown, its advertising claims of up to 60 minutes are misleading. This is a standard battery-powered cordless vacuum's running time. It's still enough time to clean most of an average-sized house however, it's not enough to get every single area (though a second run-through usually does the trick). This model has its own advantages however: it's lighter and more maneuverable than older Dysons cordless models, and its vacuuming ability is noticeable superior on low-pile automatic floor cleaners carpet.

4. iRobot Roomba 694"

One of iRobot's most adored good robot vacuum vacuums The 694 is an affordable model that's an excellent option for those who don't want to invest too much on a robot. It's capable of sucking up a variety of types of debris and sizes during our tests, and it often passes over the same areas several times to get a really thorough clean. Its flat front side helps it to reach into corners and along the edges of walls and walls, which is a nice addition.

Its navigation system is smart and uses iAdapt technology to steer clear of obstacles and guide you through your home. However, it lacks the mapping capabilities of more advanced models, such as our top picks, i3+EVO and j7+ Series. As a result, it can sometimes get stuck on things like phone cords or furniture that isn't as sturdy, and frequently is power-depleted before making it back to its original location.

The Xiaomi Mi robot vacuum is superior to the Roomba 694 in all aspects in that it has fewer components that require regular maintenance It also comes with an allergen-trapping HEPA filter, incurs lower costs for recurring maintenance, has more advanced automation capabilities and is better at moving itself. It also has a larger dustbin and is charged faster.

The eufy RoboVac X8 is superior to the Roomba 694 in most purposes, as it has a longer battery life, has the ability to alter its suction power mode on its own, comes with physical boundary strips, and is controlled by your smartphone's voice assistant. It is also more robust, has a larger motor, and can perform better on low-pile and bare floors.

5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a name is seen on a variety of home electronics So it's no surprise that they're one of the top robotic vacuum and mop makers. Their Jet Bot AI+ is loaded with cutting-edge onboard intelligence tech for navigation and obstacle avoidance.

The app offers a wide range of customization options for your robotic cleaner. These include virtual barriers, mopping levels and behavior adjustments docking frequency settings, and many more. The app is easy to learn and use, just like other Samsung devices.

In our tests, the Jet Bot AI+ excelled on hard floors and dealt with dog hair (on carpet) quite well, clearing up 86 percent of it. It did not do well in avoiding taller items such as socks or cords. This was disappointing. It's also a bit more expensive than the other models we tried and could be a deterrent for some buyers.

The smart vacuum comes with an onboard camera that can be accessed via the app, and you can also create a live stream from the robot's cleaning station. This feature lets you monitor your pets or children when you're away from home. The filter and the dustbin can be washed for the quick and easy cleaning. The Jet Bot AI+ also has a clean station that self-empties to keep the robot's dustbin clear and optimizes its suction power for each cleaning.

6. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum

Black and Decker robots are designed specifically for flooring made of hard wood. They have a wider cleaning path and an extra-large dustbin that holds twice as much debris than other models to keep the area free of debris for the longest period of time. They also include two side sweepers to clean along edges and corners. The POWERSERIES model comes with AutoSense, which automatically adjusts the power level depending on whether it's picking up surface dirt or embedded dirt. It also comes with a smart app that lets you view the virtual map and manage functions and schedules. Plus, you can monitor the status of the vacuum's battery and then return it to its dock to charge at the touch of one button. The app allows you to alter the LED lights on the top of the vacuum so that you can determine where it is focused or if it has gotten stuck.

The app also makes it easy to manually steer the robot should you need to. My living room rug for instance, has a darkly-colored border that can trip up some other robots. The HRV 425BL, however, continued to move across the border without registering the edge. The ability to program a weekly cleaning schedule for each week is a time-saving advantage.