Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

A robot vacuum and mop combo is a great device to keep the cleanliness of your home. It can remove dust, pet hair, and other debris on surfaces.

Some robots sync with smart assistants such as Alexa and Google Assistant for a hands-free experience. Look for models that are rechargeable and continue 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 can be used to vacuum and mop, has excellent navigation with both GPS and laser sensors and comes with a variety of controls and features accessible through the app. It also has a handy feature which allows you to create Cleaning zones in areas that require additional attention, and Keep Out zones in areas you do not want it to go. Like all Roomba devices, it receives new software updates that make it better over time.

It's expensive but it's also one of the most advanced robot vacuums ZDNet has tested. It's got a huge battery that can sweep an entire home in less than two hours. It also switches between mopping and vacuuming at the touch of one button. It automatically emptys the dust bin above its charging station, unlike other self-emptying robots that require you to empty it after every run.

It has a wide range of other features that make it a great choice for homes with a lot of space with its intelligent obstacle avoidance, which uses the camera as well as processor-powered intelligents to identify obstacles. It rarely gets derailed or stuck during cleaning and is also the most effective at avoiding power cables and other objects in my tests. However, it isn't as accurate in detecting pet waste and other dangers.

2. Eufy RoboVac Hybrid X8

Eufy owned by Anker, has become an iconic name in the world of robots that are budget-friendly vacuums. But it didn't offer a model that could also mop. That changes with the X8 Hybrid, which has an impressive suite of advanced features that can compete against much more expensive models.

The most significant selling point for Eufy with this machine is its laser navigation. The previous Eufy devices have built up an approximate map of your home utilizing infrared sensors and bumping into things however the X8's laser mapping technology is far more precise. It also takes a lot less time to build up an accurate map of your space and stores multiple maps, which is ideal for multi-floor homes.

The X8 is a great vacuum cleaner for floors with no dust. It can easily sling debris under the side brushes and into its 400ml dustbin. Its tyres are adept at securing edges and corners despite being circular. It's not the best cat litter eater, however as our tests show it can only remove about 90% of the fur from hard floors.

The basic mopping mode utilizes the same water reservoir as the vacuuming mode. This is ideal for spills that aren't dangerous, but you are unable to regulate the amount of water that it uses. That said, it does an admirable job of picking up pet hair, with a better pickup rate than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

Known for quietly effective home appliances Miele's RX2 robot vacuum is a great choice because of its cleaning power, beautiful design and great navigation. It has a few oddities in its operation that prevent it from being ranked as the best smart robot vacuum.

Similar to the latest models of iRobot like the RX2 comes with dual-sensor mapping which uses a LIDAR sensor to map out a room and two 3D scanning cameras that can detect and avoid obstacles (like furniture legs or pet waste) in real-time. Once the room is defined it is possible to designate virtual no-go areas and favorite sections to the robot. You can also begin a manual clean or manually change the cleaning mode, watch a live feed from the onboard cameras, and more on the main screen.

The RX2 is equipped with excellent sensors that detect furniture and other obstructions in a flash. The suction and sweeping power are top-of-the-line, picking up surface litter from medium-pile carpeting and embedded dust on floors with no floor. It's not the most powerful robot available. It's not the most efficient climber and has issues with transition strips made of steel.

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4. Shark ION

This round, budget robovac looks just like your typical robot but it's a step up in terms of performance and features. Its smart mapping system generates 3D and 2-D maps of your home and makes use of them to navigate and stay clear of obstructions. It's even able to spot common obstacles such as furniture legs and power cords in real time. This combination of sensors along with a bump sensor, and an infrared drop sensor that keeps it away from the stairs is what makes it one of the most flexible vacs we've tried.

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

The controls are simpler than the competitors. There's an oblong cleaning button at the top and you can launch it via the app, or by voice commands using Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also set a schedule for your daily or weekly cleaning, Robot Vacuum cleaner black friday set no-go zones, and see the history of its cleaning. Covered in stylish dark gray plastics, Ion feels sturdy and looks attractive in your home. Its rear dustbin is easily accessible to empty, and the removal of the filters is also easy.

5. Eufy 11S

Eufy 11S is a great option if you're looking for a vacuum cleaner that is easy to use and doesn't have any frills at a reasonable price. The model isn't equipped with smart features like Alexa integration and digital mapping that are found in more expensive models. If you do not need these features, you can save money.

This robot is very easy to setup and use. It doesn't require smartphone application or Wi-Fi pairing. However it does come with an remote control that allows you to choose between different modes and alter the suction levels. You can also manually assign the robotvac to a cleaning schedule.

In our tests during our tests, the 11S was extremely effective in getting rid of pet hair and dirt on hard floors and in carpets with low pile. Its slim profile made it easier to reach under furniture and other low items that some of the larger robots could not reach. It was able to pass effortlessly over door thresholds and switch between floors of different types to another.

The 11S, like other robots, can also eat some objects, such as cords and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests that you can avoid this by keeping these items off the ground and using a cord organizer when you can. It also suggests cleaning the dustbin periodically by replacing the filters and washing or changing the brushes as required.

6. iRobot Roomba 980

The Roomba 980 is the flagship robot vacuum. It's pricey, but it's also the best robot vacuum you can purchase. Its self vacuum-navigation and environmental mapping are a joy to behold. It also has more advanced automation features than most competitors, such as the ability to set virtual boundary lines with its mobile app. It's a dependable robot vacuum, even if the application is a bit slow and the 980 spins when rolling over cables.

We love the 980, because it makes use of its iAdapt2.0 navigation sensors and its visual simultaneity mapping and localisation (or vSLAM), to memorise 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 more efficient robot vacuum than most high-end robots.

Other features include dual multi-surface rubber brushes that pick up dirt from carpets and hard floors and a spinning brush that sweeps debris into the bin of the robotic vacuum. Its floor tracking sensors aid it navigate between furniture and around edges, and Cliff Detect prevents the Roomba from slipping down stairs. It also automatically returns to the base station for easy recharges between sessions. Although the 980's battery life and bin size aren't quite as impressive as other robot vacuums, it's a reliable and solid machine that will keep your floors spotless for hours and hours.