The Best Self Emptying Robot Vacuum

The best self-emptying robot vacuum has a base that holds the equivalent of a month's worth and empties automatically. It also makes a detailed map of your home and allows you to label rooms as well as create "no-go" zones.

It also comes with superior abilities to avoid obstacles, which means that it can stay away from power cords and rogue socks.

iRobot Roomba s9+

This is a top model from iRobot and performs well. It can easily move across different surfaces, and is extremely effective in sucking dust, dirt and debris up. It is also extremely well-constructed and looks fantastic too.

The S9 is the most recent model of iRobot's top S Series line of robot vacuums. As such, it boasts several additional features that differentiate it from other models. For example, the iRobot app uses the camera of this model to create an interactive map of your home which allows it to navigate and clean efficiently.

It can also automatically return to the spot where it started if its battery runs low during cleaning, so you don't have to spend time cleaning the same areas. You can also manually start and stop cleaning sessions with the use of a simple voice command using the iRobot app, and this smart vacuum can also clean in the dark!

Another feature that is great is Carpet Boost, which gives the S9 extra suction power when it comes in contact with carpeting so that it can take in even more dirt and debris. The unit is a square-front design which allows it to be closer to walls and corners than the older round designs. This model does not work well with shag or high-pile carpeting.

In our tests, we discovered that the iRobot S9+ cleaned thoroughly and efficiently a variety of floor surfaces including hard and medium-pile carpets. It also did well on vinyl flooring, and laminate flooring. It also did a good job of maneuvering between furniture and objects, although it struggled a bit with stairs, and can accidentally crash into things like bookcases.

We loved the feature that the S9 automatically returns to its base to empty its trash bin when it's full, which greatly minimizes the need to be hands-on with maintenance. The dust bag should last about 30 loads, which is about two months and you'll need to replace the filter every once every few months (which is actually recommended by iRobot). The iRobot S9+ is not very noisy when it operates, making it a good choice for families with children or pets.

Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid

Created to eliminate one of the most difficult tasks off your hands, robot vacuum cleaners take care of all the hard work of keeping carpeted and hardwood floors clear of everyday dirt. The most effective ones can be controlled and monitored using a smartphone app and some have mopping tech for bathroom and kitchen floors. They're an excellent solution for busy families, and they're becoming more affordable than ever before. If you're looking for the most advanced technology in your robotic cleaner and Automatic vacuum robot you're looking to pay a little more.

The Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid vacuum and mopping machine is a great choice for those living in a multi-floored home. The vacuum's 0.6l bin can hold a large amount of pet hair. Its dual motors offer powerful cleaning power. The dust bin is easy to remove and emptied which is great as you'll have to do this frequently.

It's easy to set it up too, although I recommend fully charging the X8 Hybrid before running it for the first time. You'll need to install the Eufy Home app and follow the instructions to connect it to your Wi-Fi network. Once you've done that, the app will help you to create a detailed map of your home. You can name the rooms, split rooms into sub-rooms in order to make it easier for open-plan living, and help direct the X8 Hybrid towards specific areas that require cleaning at a particular time. Eufy's app is more intuitive and precise than other robots that have similar scanning and mapping functions.

The X8 Hybrid has a great feature: you can turn on the vacuum cleaner or mop through voice thanks to the integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. This is a nice feature that makes the robot more hands-free. It was very effective in our test home.

The X8 Hybrid, like many robotic vacuums has some issues with bare flooring. It can miss pet fur and small objects and is known to knock things like its charger on the charging platform. It's also not as quiet and the whirring noise can be distracting like other models.

Roborock V3S Pro

The robot doesn't come with as many features as the more expensive models we've tested, but it does cover the basics. It has a huge enough dust bin that can hold a lot of dirt before it needs emptying and its vacuum and mop system is great for carpets that are hard and low-pile. It's also extremely quiet. We were able watch TV while it cleaned without feeling like we were bombarded with the sound.

Our testers were impressed by how simple it was to set up and use, and they were impressed with its ability to clean all the messes off their flooring. It also did a good job of picking up pet hair and other messes that get on carpeting, though it was less successful in removing stubborn stains. They found the app user-friendly and easy to use, and were able to schedule the vacuum to be cleaned on a regular basis to help reduce how much they had to manually do. It doesn't have the ability to avoid objects or map technology, which means it cannot be sent to specific rooms or follow virtual boundaries (though magnetic boundaries can be used).

Another model from iRobot's low-cost line which is the V3S Pro has some impressive features for the price. It was the best robot vacuum in our tests to avoid obstacles and map them. It's also a great budget choice for those seeking a smarter, self-emptying robotic vacuum that is able to handle pet messes and hair on hardwood floors and carpets with low pile. It's also quiet and has a huge dust bin which can hold a lot before it needs to be emptied.

The V3S Pro did not make it onto our top choices lists from reliable sources that perform hands-on tests, but it received high marks from Modern Castle, Smart Robot Reviews and The Ambient. They were impressed with the ease of setup and use, but they also noted that its battery life is short and it didn't manage to avoid some of the most stubborn messes we put it through.

Roborock Q Revo

The Q Revo is a solid basic robot vacuum and mop that doesn't skimp on features or cost. You can get many of the premium features, such as smart navigation and mapping, without spending a fortune. You can also use voice commands using Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple Siri shortcuts to create custom automations, and then start your cleaning cycle from anywhere while you're away.

Roborock took its time in creating this clever cleaner. The product is extremely well-built and feels like high-end materials were used to create it. Its base is stable and sturdy and has the charging port built into the battery. The docking station is located for the tank that is clean and dirty-water bins on top. You'll also find a wall beneath the dock, which houses an enclosed vacuum bag.

After pairing your device with the application, you'll see a 2D and 3D map of your house that will show you where your dyson robot vacuum cleaner is located at any given moment and the specific area it's cleaning. You can also build virtual barriers to ensure that your robot isn't in certain areas or only clean certain kinds of flooring. It's also able to adjust its power settings according to what type of floor is being cleaned, and choosing the most efficient method of cleaning.

The Q Revo is unique to many other robot vacuums because it can lift both of its mop heads while vacuuming. This helps to prevent carpet fibres from becoming stained. In fact, it's the only vacuums on the market that can do this.

When mopping, the Q Revo's 5500Pa suction powers can be enough to take out specks of dust and pet hair strands, and other debris. The all-rubber brush can be used to separate animal and human hair, as it adjusts to uneven surfaces.

Its only downside is that it does take an extended time to fill and empty the water tanks, both clean and dirty. You can decrease this frequency by using the auto-empty function which will empty the bin on its own after a few days. There isn't an automatic vacuum Robot reminder to examine the level of water in the dock.