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The vacuum cleaner that is best for you will depend on the amount of hair on your pet and the type of flooring you have. Certain models are equipped with advanced features like self-emptying and obstacle detection capabilities.

When you are deciding on the right model, make sure you look for a big dust bin and a quiet mode. Smart features for mapping and apps like scheduling, zoning, and areas that are not accessible.

1. iRobot Roomba 900

The iRobot Roomba 900 model is an excellent mid-range model. It comes with some of the most modern smart features. For instance you can see on a digital map where Roomba was during each cleaning cycle. It also features Spot Mode, which lets you focus the robot on a specific area of your home.

The 900 series also includes iAdapt 2.0 Navigation that provides an efficient, seamless path through your home. Obstacle sensors help it dodge furniture, while also avoiding charging cables or other clutter. It also has virtual wall barriers that can be used to block straight passages or a circular space (like pet food stations).

It is compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and the free iRobot Home App. It runs for a total of 75 minutes and top rated automatically returns to its charger once the battery power runs out.

2. iRobot Roomba 980

This is the top model of Roomba. It comes with all the bells, whistles and features. It is equipped with a state-of-the-art AeroForce cleaning system that provides twice the suction power of other models. It is able to easily remove pet fur, lint and dirt, and mold spores and large pieces of debris.

It is smarter than older Roomba models, thanks to improved mapping technology and a more advanced memory system. It can be even started remotely using the iRobot HOME app.

The app also lets you to create digital 'Keep-Out Zones' that prevent robots from entering certain areas of your home. It's a great choice for people who have children or pets and want to keep their mess out. However, it didn't perform as well in our pet hair tests when compared to the Samsung Powerbot R7070 and Neato Botvac Connected.

3. Roomba 980P from iRobot

The Roomba 980P is the top rated-of-the-line model, and it's better on its predecessor in a variety of ways. It's more efficient, smarter and picks the hair of pets better. It also comes with a remote control.

The bin is situated in the back of the robot. It is opened by pressing a button to deposit dirt or other debris. The mobile app of iRobot lets you choose your cleaning preferences, see the map of the area that has been cleaned and set up your robot to clean on specific days of the week.

One flaw, however, is that the 980 does not come with a display or manual control. This is a major disadvantage for a vacuum which relies heavily on its smart features. Its competitors like Neato's Botvac Connected and LG's RoboKing line provide more control options.

iRobot Roomba 990

This is the most powerful robot we've tested and a popular choice. It's great for cleaning hardwood floors and carpets. It also picks up pet hair, crumbs, and dirt. Its Power Boost mode increases suction automatically, which helps get those rug stains out of hiding.

The iRobot App lets you manage the Roomba remotely to schedule cleaning times, and even create virtual barriers to keep it from entering areas you don't wish it to. It is able to recognize and navigate stairs and is able to return to the docking station to recharge when it is unable to recharge. Unlike previous Roomba models this model is able to remember where it left off and resume the clean. It can also run straight lines to boost its efficiency.

Roomba 960S from iRobot

The latest iRobot robot vacuum is able to easily and quickly take dirt off carpeted surfaces as well as hard flooring. It's among the smarter robots we've tested due to its mapping capabilities. It also has the ability to resume where it left off after full charge (which eliminates the irritating pseudorandom navigation that is the classic Roomba).

Multiple sensors and a digital camera make this one of the most flexible vacuums we've ever seen. It can create an entire path around your home, remember it, avoid obstructions and even detect ledges.

The iRobot App allows you to schedule cleanings, and adjust the robot's behavior. The top controls include a Home button and the Spot Mode button that allows the user to vacuum the area of a specific. This model comes with an easy-to-maintain filter that can capture up to 99 percent of allergens and pollutants.

iRobot Roomba 960SP

This iRobot robot does a good job of cleaning carpets and hard floors, however, it's expensive. It is also smarter than its predecessors and can detect when it has sucked up enough dirt to be full and return to its charging station for a recharge.

It also utilizes the latest technology of mapping, which allows it to locate rooms and navigate better. It is able to fit under the majority of sofas, but not all and avoid getting caught in power cords or other obstacles.

Remotely start, schedule, and monitor Roomba by using the app. You can also block off areas that you don't want it visit. For instance, you could you can put a virtual wall next to your dog's food or water bowls. It also has a spot-clean button that vacuums a circular area approximately 4 feet in diameter.

7. IRobot Roomba 980

The squat black and brown Roomba appears very similar to other robot vacuum cleaner on the market. (That's not a bad thing). It comes with standard features such as a spinning brush that helps with edges and corners. It also includes two virtual wall barriers, which help it navigate a space.

The robot is updated with maps and navigation capabilities that allow it build maps while it cleans. This allows it to be aware of when it's finished with a room and move onto the next.

The app allows you to create a cleaning schedule and control the vacuum remotely when you are away from home. It did well in our tests for pet hair and picked up 0.2 pounds on mid- and low-pile carpets as well as hardwood. It even could fit under our sofas, where the space is tighter than other models we've tested.

Roomba 960XP iRobot from iRobot

The suction power of this robot, the HEPA filter, and its battery life of two hours make it an ideal option for those with significant cleaning requirements. It has replaced the nickel metal-hydride battery in earlier models with a lithium-ion model that will last longer between charges and during cleaning sessions.

The iRobot CarpetBoost feature automatically increases the power of the brush for tough spots, and it can also do two passes of cleaning instead of the standard single pass. Virtual walls can be used to create a barrier around areas that you want to keep clean.

WiFi and app support are common features. They allow you to schedule a regular cleaning schedule or set additional options such as a spot cleaning cycle. However, the small display could be difficult for family members without smartphones to access. It's also more expensive than other robots that have similar features.

Roomba 960XL from iRobot

This top-of-the-line robot from iRobot can be purchased for about PS900 and comes with CarpetBoost for incredible cleaning power. It is the most intelligent and most powerful Roomba ever made and it does a great job on carpets and hard floors.

It makes use of vision sensors in order to perform VSLAM (Visual Simultaneous Localization and Mapping). This allows it to find points of interest such as beds, shelves, and chairs and it builds a map of the space so it can keep track of the location.

It also has cameras to identify dirt spots, and boost suction strength for these areas. It can be started from the app, while you are at work. It will vacuum and clean automatically. It's also extremely effective at removing pet hair. The results of our tests showed that it picked up 0.2 pounds of pet hair on midpile low-pile, mid-pile and hardwood.

10. iRobot Roomba 980XL

The 980XL is a top robot, and its additional features are well worth the price. It features more advanced mapping technology than the 900 series. It can be cleaned more effectively on hard and carpet flooring, and it is able to start it from a distance.

It also comes with a powerful cleaning system including a ten-fold increase in suction power compared to older Roombas. A dual-swivel brush allows you to reach corners and under furniture. It even has the ability to automatically mop your floors after it vacuums.

The carpet boost is a bit loud. We measured it at around 80 dB--about as loud as an aircraft that is flying in the direction of props. You can create a virtual fence to keep it out of sensitive areas, such as the dog's water and food bowls.