Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

A robot vacuum is the ideal tool to maintain the cleanliness of your home. It will nab dust, pet hair and other particles from the floor before it becomes a larger problem.

Some robots connect to smart assistants such as Alexa and Google Assistant for a hands-free experience. Look for models that can recharge and pick up the area they left.

1. iRobot s8

This smart robot vacuum and mop combo is a great option for a wide range of homes. It is able to vacuum and mop well and is extremely navigable using both GPS and laser sensors and comes with a variety of features and controls that are accessible through the app. It has a handy feature that lets you create Cleaning zones in areas that require additional attention, and Keep Out zones in areas you don't wish it to go. And, like all Roomba devices, it gets new software updates that make it better over time.

It's expensive, but it's is also among the most advanced robot vacuums ZDNet has ever tested. It's got a huge battery that can vacuum all of your home in less than two hours. It also switches between mopping and vacuuming with the push of a button. It automatically empties the trash bin that is above its charging station, unlike other self-emptying robots that require you to empty it after every run.

It also comes with a variety of other options, like intelligent obstacle avoidance that uses cameras and processor-powered smarts to recognize obstacles. It's not often tripped or stuck during a cleaning process. In my tests it was the most effective at avoiding objects like power cables. It's not as precise in detecting pet waste or other hazards.

2. Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid

Although Anker-owned Eufy has made a name for itself in budget robot vacuums, it hasn't previously offered an all-in-one model which can also mop. That's changed with the X8 Hybrid, which has an impressive array of modern features and can compete well against much more expensive models.

The laser navigation system is the most important feature of this machine. The X8 utilizes laser mapping technology that is more precise than the previous Eufy devices. It takes less time to build an extensive map of your home. It can also store multiple maps. This is great for homes with multiple floors.

The X8 is still a decent vacuum on bare floors and can sling debris over its side brushes and into its 400ml dust bin with ease. Its tyres are adept at hugging corners and edges, even though they are circular. Our tests showed that it was able to remove 90 percent of the fur on hard floors.

There's a basic mopping option which uses the same water tank as the vacuuming one. This is great for spills that are not serious, but you can't control the amount of water that it uses. However, it does an admirable job of picking up pet hair, with a better speed of pickup than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

Miele's RX2 robotic vacuum is renowned for its quiet, efficient appliances. It is a stunning design, excellent navigation and a powerful cleaning power. However, it does have some operational hiccups that keep it from ranking as the top overall smart robot vacuum.

The RX2 is equipped with a dual-sensor mapping technology which uses LIDAR to map a room as well as a pair of 3D scanning cameras for detecting and staying clear of obstacles (such as furniture legs or pet waste). Once the room is identified it is possible to assign virtual no go areas and favorite sections to the robot. You can also start an automatic clean or manually change the cleaning mode, watch a live feed from the cameras onboard and more on the main screen.

The RX2 has superior sensors that detect furniture and other obstructions in a flash. The suction and sweeping capabilities are exceptional, taking away surface debris from medium pile carpeting and also removing embedded dust on floors. It's not the most powerful robot on the market. Like many other robots that vacuum and Mop it's not a great climber and has trouble with things like thresholds made of steel transition strips.

Many people purchase robot vacuums due to the ease of setting up a schedule in an app, only to forget about them for weeks. It's crucial that a robot is capable of doing the job, so our ZDNet staff has compared and looked over some of the most popular models to help you choose the right one for your house.

4. Shark ION

This budget robot mop vacuum is just like your typical robot but it's an upgrade in terms of performance and features. Its smart mapping system creates 3D and 2D maps of your house and makes use of to navigate and avoid obstacles. It can even detect common obstacles such as furniture legs and power cords in real-time. This combination of sensors along with a bump detector, and an infrared sensor to keep the vacuum off the stairs makes it one of our most agile vacuums.

It was able to climb over thick shag carpets and didn't get stuck (unlike the RoboVac 11s, robots that vacuum and mop or Roomba 690-). Its navigation abilities were also impressive. Its composite score for carpet and bare flooring beat the competition, and it picked up 98.5 percent of pet hair from our laboratory test samples.

Its controls are a bit simpler than the competitors. There's an uniform cleaning button on the top and you can launch it via the app or by voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also set up a schedule for weekly or daily cleans, create no-go zones, and see its history of cleaning. In a smart dark gray plastics, Ion feels sturdy and is attractive in your home. Its rear dust bin is accessible for emptying and removing the filter just as simple.

5. Eufy 11S

Eufy 11S is a good choice if you want a robot vacuum that's simple and has no frills at a reasonable price. It doesn't have many of the more advanced features, such as digital mapping and Alexa integration, which are available in higher-end models, but if you don't need these functions, you can save some money by purchasing this model.

This robot is easy to set up and use. It does not require a smartphone app or Wi-Fi pairing, but it does have the ability to control the remote with a remote that allows you to select between different modes and adjust the suction level. It also allows you to manually send the robovac off during scheduled cleaning.

During our tests, we discovered that the 11S was extremely effective at getting dirt and pet fur from carpets and floors with low pile. Its slim profile allowed it to pass under furniture that is low-hanging and other items that some larger robots are unable to reach. It was also able to get over thresholds for doors and move from one floor type to another.

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

6. IRobot Roomba 980

The Roomba 980 is iRobot's flagship robot vacuum. It's costly, but it's the best robot vacuum mop robot cleaner you can purchase. Its self-navigating features and environmental mapping are a wonder to behold. It also has more advanced automation features than its competitors, robots that vacuum And mop including the ability to create virtual boundary markers with its mobile app. It's a dependable robot vacuum, even though its app isn't the most responsive and the 980's wheels spin out when it comes across cables.

One thing we love about the 980 is the fact that it utilizes its iAdapt 2.0 navigation sensors as well as visual simultaneous localisation and mapping technology (or vSLAM) to store the floor plan of your home. It then uses this information to design an efficient and consistent cleaning path for every cycle. The result is cleaner floors, and a more efficient vacuum than other high-end robot vacuums.

Other features include dual multi-surface rubber brushes which pick up dirt from carpets and hard floors as well as the spinning brush that sweeps debris into the robotic vacuum's bin. The sensors for floor tracking help it navigate between furniture and around edges, and Cliff Detect helps to prevent the Roomba from slipping down stairs. It also automatically returns to its base station for hassle-free recharging between sessions. While the 980's battery life and bin size isn't as impressive as other robot vacuums, it's a sturdy and reliable machine that will keep your floors spotless for hours and hours.