The Best Self Emptying Robot Vacuum

The top robot vacuums that self-empty come with an underlying container that can hold a full month's worth debris and automatically empty it. It can create a detailed home map, allowing you mark rooms and define "no go" zones.

It also is equipped with superior ability to avoid obstacles, meaning that it will stay clear from power cords and rogue socks.

Roomba s9+ from iRobot

This is a top model from iRobot and performs well. It maneuvers easily across a range of different surfaces and is extremely efficient in taking in dust, dirt, and debris. It's also sturdy and looks good as well.

The S9 is the latest model of iRobot's premium S Series line of robot vacuums. As such, it comes with several additional features that distinguish it from other models. For example, the iRobot app uses the camera in this unit to create a map of your house, which helps it navigate and clean effectively.

It will also return to the place where it started if its battery runs low during cleaning and you don't need to waste time re-cleaning the same areas. You can manually start and stop cleaning using the voice command or by using the iRobot App. This smart vacuum can also clean in darkness!

Carpet Boost is another great feature. It gives the S9 more suction power when it comes in contact with carpeting so that it will be able to pick up more dirt. The unit also has an elongated front design that gets closer to the corners and walls than the older round designs. This model doesn't work well with shag or high-pile carpeting.

In our tests, we found the iRobot S9+ cleaned thoroughly and efficiently a range of floor surfaces, including hard and medium-pile carpets. It also worked well with tiles, vinyl, and laminate floors. It also did a great job of maneuvering around objects and furniture, although it struggled a bit with stairs, where it can crash into objects like bookcases.

We loved the feature that the S9 automatically returns to its base to empty its trash bin when it's full, which significantly reduces the need for hands-on maintenance. The dust bin is expected to last for about 30 loads, which is about two months and you'll need to replace the filter once every so often (which is actually recommended by iRobot). We've found that the iRobot S9+ doesn't get extremely loud when it's in use and is a great choice for people who live with kids or pets.

Eufy RoboVac Hybrid X8

Designed to eliminate one of the most difficult tasks off your hands, robot vacuum cleaners can do all the hard work and get carpeted and hardwood floors free of everyday debris. The best ones are monitored and controlled via a smartphone app and some have mopping technology for bathroom and kitchen floors. They're a great option for busy families, and they're becoming more affordable than ever before. If you want top-of-the-line features on your robotic cleaner, you'll have to spend a bit more.

The Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid vacuum and Shark Robotic vacuum Cleaner mopping machine is an excellent choice for those living in a multi-floored apartment. Dual motors provide it with impressive cleaning power and the 0.6l dustbin can store plenty of pet hair. The dust bin is easy to remove and emptied which is great as you'll need to do this on a regular basis.

It's simple to set up too, although I recommend fully charging the X8 Hybrid before running it for the first time. You'll have to install the Eufy Home app and follow the directions for connecting to your Wi-Fi network. Once you've done that the app will assist you create a precise map of your home. You can label the rooms, split large areas into sub-rooms to facilitate open-plan living and guide the X8 Hybrid towards specific areas that require cleaning at a certain time. Eufy's app is more user-friendly and precise than other robots that have similar scanning and mapping capabilities.

The X8 Hybrid has a great feature: you can turn on the mop or vacuum by voice thanks to the integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. This is a nice addition that makes the robot even more hands-free. It also works well in our test home.

The X8 Hybrid, like many Shark robotic vacuum cleaner vacuums, has issues with flooring that is not clean. It may be unable to see pet hair or small robot vacuum objects, and it is prone to bump into objects - like its own charger that sits on its charging base. It's not as quiet as some other models we've tested and the whirring noise can be distracting.

Roborock V3S pro

This model doesn't have as many features as some of the more expensive models we've tested, but it does provide the essentials. It has a big enough dust bin to hold plenty of dirt until it's time to empty it and its vacuum and mop system is great for carpets that are hard and low-pile. It's also very quiet and we could watch TV while it was cleaning without feeling like it was bombarding us with the sound.

Our testers were impressed by how simple it was to install and use, and they were impressed with its ability to get all the mess out of their floors. It was successful in picking up pet hair, messes, and carpeting, but it was a bit more difficult at getting rid of stains that were stubborn. They found the app easy to use and intuitive, and were able to program the vacuum to clean on a regular basis to cut down on the amount they had to manually do. It doesn't include the ability to avoid objects or map technology, so it isn't able to be sent to specific rooms or follow virtual boundaries (though magnetic boundaries are compatible).

Another model from the iRobot's budget line, the V3S Pro has some impressive features for the price. It was the best of all robotic vacuums in our tests in terms of finding and avoiding obstacles and it's the perfect budget option for those who want an intelligent self-emptying robot vacuum that is able to handle pet hair and messes on both carpets with low pile and hardwood floors. It's also super quiet and has a huge dust bin that can hold a lot of debris before it has to empty so you don't need to worry about constantly emptying it.

The V3S Pro did not make it into our top choices lists from trusted sources who conduct hands-on tests, however it received high marks from Modern Castle, Smart Robot Reviews and The Ambient. They appreciated the ease with which it was set up and use, but they did note that its battery life was very short and it was unable to avoid some of the toughest mess we've put it through.

Roborock Q Revo

The Q Revo is an entry-level robot vacuum for pets vacuum and mop that comes with a variety of features at a fair price. You can avail many of the top features, including smart navigation and mapping, without spending a fortune. You can even use voice commands via Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple Siri shortcuts to create custom automations, and then start cleaning from anywhere while you're away.

Roborock took its time in creating this clever cleaner. This is why the product is exceptionally well-built and feels like it was built with top materials. The base is sturdy and robust, with the charging port built into the battery. On the top, you'll find a dock for the clean water tank as well as water bins that are dirty. You'll also find a panel beneath the dock, which houses the vacuum bag that is sealed.

After connecting your device to the application, you will be able to see a 3D and 2D map of your home which shows where your robot is located at any given time and the area it is cleaning. You can also set up virtual barriers to ensure that the robot isn't in certain areas and make sure that it only cleans certain kinds of floors. It's also able to adjust its power settings depending on the type of floor being cleaned, and choosing the most efficient method of cleaning.

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

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

The only drawback to this model is that it takes an extended time to empty and fill both the clean and dirty tanks. You can cut down on the frequency of this by using the auto-empty feature, which will empty the bins automatically after a few days. It is still necessary to monitor the levels of water on the dock manually however, since there's not an automatic reminder.