The Best Robot Vacuum For Pet Hair on Hardwood Floors

A quality robot vacuum mop pet hair vacuum can make a significant difference in keeping allergens like pet hair and dust under control. However, not all models are identical.

If you're looking for OKP WiFi/Alexa Robot Vacuum Cleaner - Self-Charging Technology pet-friendly features in your vacuum or just a great robot to complement your existing vacuum, there's plenty of options.

1. Eufy RoboVac Edge G30

The G30 Edge is the newest model in Eufy's budget line of robot vacuum cleaners. The G30 Edge is a shining black vacuum cleaner with rose gold and blue accents. It's like an iPhone. It's easier to use than previous models and comes with features such as BoostIQ that automatically increases suction power for cleaner cleaning of all surfaces. It also uses smart navigation to avoid repeating the same areas repeatedly, which is which is a common issue with bounce-navigation systems that are simpler.

It does a very good job of picking up pet hair and crumbs off hard floors, but it falls in comparison to the best models in scooping up flour on carpet. In our tests, it missed 74% of the dust on hard floors and 26% of the powder on carpet.

A feature that makes the G30 Edge stand out is the ability to map your home with an electronic map that is available in the app. This allows it to remember which rooms it has already cleaned, and avoid returning to them. This is a major frustration for robots that are more basic and need the old-fashioned magnetic tap to delineate no go zones.

The G30 Edge also has other features. It comes with an "Find My OKP WiFi/Alexa Robot Vacuum Cleaner - Self-Charging Technology" mode that blasts out loud music until it is found and a directional keyboard that lets you manually move the robot. It has an automatic return feature that sends the robot back to its charging station if the battery is running low. This is a safety feature.

2. Neato Botvac D-Shape

The Neato Botvac D shape robot is a robust machine that comes with a long list of intelligent features. It can clean floors efficiently and climb up carpets with high piles effortlessly. The app also offers advanced features like boundary lines, remote control access while the robot is working and a range of other options.

This model is the latest in the long-running line of robots by Neato. It features a unique "D shape when viewed above. This design has several benefits, including better corner cleaning and a larger dust bin than the majority of models. The D-shape also enables the robot to get under furniture better than robots that have a circular shape.

The D-Shape will briefly stop before starting a cleaning cycle to use spinning infrared to look over and evaluate the area. Then it will work in a grid, systematically moving from one area to the next until the entire floor has been covered. This method of cleaning is much more effective and thorough than the random approach used by other companies.

The d-shape design also allows the D-Shape to have a large dust bin, with 700ml as opposed to 400 to 600ml for similar-priced robots. This increased capacity means that you'll need to empty the bin less often, thereby saving you time and effort. The D-Shape has a flat side on the front that helps it to navigate around obstacles like tables and chairs. In our tests the D-Shape did end up getting stuck under a four-legged stool and an electrical cord that was not covered, though it was able to get out every time.

3. Roomba i3+ EVO

The Roomba i3+ EVO is a great option for pet owners. It works well on hard floors, and it does a great job of removing dirt like pet hair, cereal, rice and other small particles. It struggles a little bit on carpet but is still better than the majority of robots in this price range. The Roomba i3+ EVO is also extremely efficient in navigating between different flooring types and doesn't get hung up on transitions the way older generations can. The dual multi-surface rubber brushes can adjust to different flooring and are able to resist tangling in pet hair.

The i3+ EVO has a weaker obstacle-avoiding capability than the other robots that we test. It repeatedly encountered objects such as handbags, pet toys, and shoes before retracing its route. It also had difficulty dealing with salt from kosher, coarse that it blew over and around rather than picking up.

The i3+ EVO is loaded with features that make it worth the extra money over other Roomba models. This includes the ability to self-empty the bin and more advanced control through an app. You can schedule cleanings, create custom routines, and even create no-go zones for areas you don't want the robot to be allowed to enter. The smart scheduling system can suggest additional cleanings during high allergy times depending on your routine. Its navigation system isn't reliable and sometimes vacuums in erratic patterns such as diagonals or zigzags rather than parallel to walls.

4. Shark AI Self-Empty XL

With its precise mapping technology, this smart robot is able to know your home better than you do. It also has dual brushes that adjust to different kinds of flooring and avoids getting caught, making it the ideal choice for households with pets. You can control the robot through the app, or use it hands-free using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. The dock, called Omni automates tasks like refilling and cleaning robot's water tanks, emptying the debris bins, and charging and drier the mop pads.

It's a great price. The Shark AI Self-Empty XL is cheaper than a lot of other robots we've reviewed and yet comes with advanced features like mapping and an automatic self-emptying dustbin which holds a decent amount of trash. It was extremely clean and maneuvered well in a house that had a mixture of low-pile carpeting or floors that were unfinished and a mix of both. The vacuum does an excellent job of removing pet fur on carpeting. However it's not as much power as our top selections.

However, the Roborock S4 Max is better built, takes much less time to recharge than the Shark and comes with an array of scheduling and automation features, including support for zones that are not allowed to be used. Shark is still a great choice if you want something less expensive or prefer to manage and control your system using your phone rather than a remote.

5. Bissell SpinWave Dry and Wet

It's hard to find a machine that can combine mopping and vacuuming, but this one does just that. The two tank system is powerful and can vacuum or mop with the push of a button. It was able to easily switch between different surfaces during our tests, and was able to excel at getting pet hair off of carpets and hardwood floors. It also has an edge-sweeping brush to remove pet hair from baseboards and walls, and the ability to schedule it to your schedule.

This is a great option if you're looking for a robot that is affordable and has some extra features. It was able to negotiate obstacles with ease during our testing and can be controlled by an app or voice. It even has scheduled cleaning and has a large trash bin to catch mess before they get full. The only issue is that it can take up to 166 minutes to complete its work however, it's still faster than the majority of robots we've evaluated.

The highlight of this robot is its front-facing camera that lets you monitor the cleanliness of your home on an interactive map within the app. This is particularly useful if you are trying to find a particular item or if your children have spilled glitter from your decorations all over your floor. It will save you a lot of frustration by locating that lost item quickly. Plus, the fade-free lithium battery can last for up to 130 minutes on a single charge.

6. Roomba 694

The Roomba 694 looks upscale and delivers a thorough cleaning. It's very adept in maneuvering and can go under furniture that is low without stumbling. It's also great for carpets and rugs with low pile. It can get stuck on rug tassels and it's difficult to maneuver small spaces such as corners. It also has trouble picking up pet hair on all surfaces.

Despite the 694's limited feature set, it still performs better than the majority of its competitors. It scored a perfect 10 in our cereal carpet test and passed our test for cat litter with just a few stray pieces. It's less efficient on hardwood floors, however. The side brush scatters large cereal bits that cling to the floor instead of sweeping. It also had a difficult time collecting table salt from a dry floor, with many grains skidding across the floor, and out of its reach.

It supports app control via the iRobot HOME app, as well as voice commands using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant (via an external device, which is sold separately). It learns your cleaning habits and provides you with a personalized schedule. Cliff Detect and a edge-sweeping tool will ensure that it can get into areas that are difficult to reach, and Dirt Detect sensors alert the robot to areas that are soiled heavily. It has a bin that automatically emptys, and it has a battery life of around 60 minutes. The pricier iRobot j7 is more advanced and is better on all surfaces. It also feels more robust, has a larger dustbin it charges faster and is able to navigate obstacles such as electrical cords more easily.