The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops

Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and robot vacuum cleaner Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.

He reviews and tests cleaning equipment, focusing on robot vacuums and mopping combos. These multitaskers are an excellent option for those who wish to get mopping off their to-do list. Some models have superior navigation and obstacle avoidance. Some wash and refill mopping pads to ensure a hands-free clean.

The Eufy S1 Pro

This is the model you should select if you're looking for a robot vacuum cleaner [Discover More] that also mop. It's smaller than other models on this list, making it easier to maneuver into tight corners and underneath furniture. It comes with a 220 degree Lidar that, combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, offers some of my favorite navigation and object avoidance features I've seen in a robotic cleaner and mop vacuum. It's powered by a 4600mAh battery that can last up to 170 minutes if cleaning and sucking are set to standard mode. (It can run longer on turbo). It will even return to the dock to top up its battery halfway through a clean.

It's extremely fast and does a fantastic job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It can vacuum carpeted rooms fast and hardwood floors in the kitchen, living room and hallways in just one sweep. Its suction motor of 8,000pa makes short work of picking up sand, dirt and pet hair. Carpet detection increases power automatically when it encounters rugs and the two side brushes help pull away debris from corners.

The mopping performance, while still impressive, isn't as good. The rotating mop spins fast and uses 2.2lbs to clean dirt and stain. I've also noticed that the front arms protrude out slightly more than other robots, which is helpful to get into tight corners and along baseboards. The same front arms can also be employed to clean up larger debris, like broken toys and books.

Another great feature is that the S1 Pro is one of the quietest robot vacuums with mop vacuums and mop I've ever used. It doesn't create the same volume of sound when mopping or vacuuming, and is much quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it needs to use a mopping solution that is proprietary and is sold separately. It is simple to install, and it works well. However, if you are buying this vacuum solely for mopping purposes, you will need to be aware of this.

The Roborock Q Revo

The Q Revo is different from other robot vacuums in its class. It is a powerful machine for cleaning with a wide range of features.

The device is equipped with a powerful cleaning system that incorporates LiDAR sensor technology and an RGB camera. This enables it to map out your home and identify furniture and other obstacles. It can then use this information to clean methodically and intelligently. This will ensure a thorough and consistent clean, while also being relatively fast.

In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads can reach many different surface areas. These include corners and baseboards as well as other hard-to-reach spots. The side brush can be stretched to reach the floor near to the walls and other fixtures. The mop pads can also be washable and dry to remove odors and prevent buildup.

App-based customization is a different interesting feature. The Q Revo lets you adjust the suction strength and select a back-and forth or slightly random pattern. You can also choose the number of passes, which determines how fast it can move around your home. You can also turn off the side brush to avoid damaging carpets and rug.

This device is expensive however it has many useful features. It is important to remember that the device is subject to regular expenses, such as mopping equipment and regular maintenance. For example, the brushroll will need to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to twelve months. The filter must be cleaned after 150 hours and the mop pad must be replaced every three to six months.

This robot vacuum mop has an excellent Amazon rating and comes with an array of physical automation features. This includes the power button that can also function as a general 'Clean' button and a 'Home button that will take it back to its base station once it has completed its cleaning session. It also has a multifunctional dock that automatically emptys the dustbin, refills its water tank for mopping and washes and dry its mop pads.

The Shark Matrix Plus

If you're a professional with a lot of work or someone who just wants a cleaner home without spending hours doing chores The Shark Matrix Plus is a good choice. It's a top-performing device, intelligent navigation, and long battery life that allows you to keep your home tidy with minimal effort.

The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a 2-in-1 mop and vacuum. It is able to perform vacuuming as well as mopping. It has two modules: a combined dry bin and water reservoir and a separate mopping system with a microfiber pad that snaps into and out of position. It's not the most modern thing to have separate modules for mopping and vacuuming but it does mean that you don't have to worry about changing the bags for disposables or refilling the tank with water.

The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming and mopping. Its most impressive feature was its precise floorplan map which it uses to determine the path to follow when cleaning. It was easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture rug, furniture and other obstacles. The app also gives you the option of setting "No-Go zones" and virtual barriers, which can help to keep specific areas of your home from being swept with a mop.

We also noticed that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well in picking up pet hair. It was able to capture a lot of the hair our cats shed, and even made it into the nooks and crannies on our stairs where other robots have struggled. The noise levels of the robot were low and there were pleasant jingles to signal that it was starting and finishing its work.

The app was too basic and you had to change the modules every time you switched between vacuuming and mops. The app isn't able to contain multiple maps, which can be a hassle if you have a home with a mix of floors. The Matrix Plus is a good choice for people who want an intelligent robot that can perform both vacuuming and mopping.

The Yiko X1 Omni

The X1 Omni robot autonomous vacuum is the most expensive item in our review. However, it does have distinct features that make it worth considering. The X1 Omni's biggest draw is its huge dock, which doubles as the robot's charging base and the housing for two water tanks, a sink for cleaning and a 2.5-liter dust bin that automatically empties.

The base also has a number of buttons to control the system. These allow you to start a cleaning task or recall the robot or use the dock's automatic vacuum cleaner emptying process. Hold down two of the buttons to switch on a child lock that is a great option for parents concerned about kids tinkering with the vacuum.

Like other robotic vacuums the Omni Omni utilizes its camera to detect furniture and obstacles in its path, and then avoid them. Its True Mapping 2.0 navigation system can map your home 10 times faster than standard laser detection systems and is four times more precise at recognising objects.

Unfortunately this means that the X1 Omni can occasionally become so entangled with obstacles, like a power cord draped across a rug, that it gets stuck and ceases to function until you free it. This was a rare occurrence however it was frustrating because the X1 doesn't have an "stuck status" alert on its application.

The X1 Omni cannot automatically switch from mopping to vacuuming mode during the cleaning process. You'll need to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't that bad, except that the mopping pad doesn't get washed or dried between uses. This could lead to mildew and mold.

On the bright side it's worth noting that the X1 Omni is a beautiful-looking robot thanks to the design team at Jacob Jensen (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who dreamed up its modern and sleek base as well as mopping pad apparatus. It's a huge contrast to the basic black bases of competitors like Roborock or iRobot. And it's a welcome sight for a market dominated by clunky boxy models.