Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

A robot vacuum is the best device to keep the cleanliness of your home. It will remove dust, pet hair and other surface debris before it causes a bigger problem.

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 the area they left.

1. iRobot s8

This smart robot vacuum and mop combo is a fantastic choice for many homes. It features a superb navigation system with GPS and laser sensors. It also comes with a lot of features and robot vacuum black friday control options that can be accessed through the app. It comes with a useful feature which allows you to create Cleaning zones in areas that require extra attention, as well as Keep Out zones in areas that you don't wish it to go. And, like all Roomba devices, it is updated with new software updates that make it even more efficient over time.

It's costly however, it's also among the most advanced robot vacuums that ZDNet has tested. It has a powerful battery that can sweep the entire house in less than two hours. It can also switch between mopping and vacuuming at the press of a button. It will automatically empty the bin of dust above its charging station, in contrast to other self-emptying robots that require you to empty it after each run.

It also has many other features, including intelligent obstacle avoidance which uses cameras in conjunction with processor-powered smarts in order to identify obstacles. It rarely gets derailed or entrapped during cleaning and is the best at avoiding power cables as well as other objects in my tests. It is not as accurate at detecting pet waste or other hazards.

2. Eufy RoboVac Hybrid X8

Eufy owned by Anker is now a household name in the world of budget robot vacuum black friday vacuums. However, it didn't provide a model that could also mop. The X8 Hybrid is a new model that has a wide range of features that are advanced and can compete with much more expensive models.

The laser navigation system is the most important feature of this machine. Previous Eufy devices have created a rough map of your home utilizing infrared sensors and bumping into things, but the X8's laser mapping system is far more precise. It takes less time to build a comprehensive map of your home. It also has the ability to store multiple maps. This is perfect for multi-floored homes.

The X8 is a decent vacuum cleaner on bare floors. It is able to easily throw debris under the side brushes and into the 400ml dustbin. The Tyres of the X8, despite their circular shape, are good in grabbing corners and edges. It's not a fantastic cat litter picker, though, with our tests showing it can only remove about 90 percent of the fur from hard floors.

The mopping mode that is the basic one uses the same water reservoir as the vacuuming mode. This is ideal for spills that aren't too serious, but you can't limit the amount of water it consumes. However, it does an admirable job of removing pet hair, with a better speed of pickup than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

The company is known for its quiet home appliances Miele's RX2 robot vacuum deals vacuum has excellent cleaning power, stunning design, and a great navigation. It has some oddities in its operation that prevent it from being named the top smart robot vacuum.

Similar to the latest models of iRobot, the RX2 features dual-sensor mapping technology that utilizes a LIDAR sensor to map out a room and three 3D scanning cameras to detect and avoid obstacles (like furniture legs or pet waste) in real time. Once the room is mapped and assigned, you can assign virtual no go areas and preferred sections to the robot. You can also begin an automatic clean or manually change the cleaning mode, view live feeds from the cameras onboard and more on the main screen.

The sensors of the RX2 work well in registering furniture and other obstructions in real-time. Its sweeping and suction powers are outstanding, effectively taking away surface debris from carpets of medium pile as well as embedded dust on bare floors. It's not the fastest robotics on the market. Like many others, it's not a good climber and has trouble with things like thresholds made of metal transition strips.

Some people buy a robot vacuum for the hands-off convenience of setting up a schedule using an app and then forgetting about it for weeks at one time. It's important for a robot able to do the job, so our ZDNet team has tested and reviewed some of the most popular models in order to help you pick the right one for your home.

4. Shark ION

This round, budget robovac looks just like your typical robot but it's an upgrade in performance and features. Its smart mapping system generates 2D and 3-D maps of your house and makes use of them to navigate and stay clear of obstructions. It's even able to spot common obstructions such as power cords and furniture legs in real-time. This combination of sensors along with a bump detector and an infrared sensor that keeps the vacuum from stepping on the stairs makes it one of our most flexible vacuums.

It was able to climb over thick shag carpets and didn't get stuck (unlike the RoboVac 11s or Roomba 690-). Its navigation skills were impressive. Its composite score for carpet and bare flooring was higher than the competition, and it picked up 98.5 percent of dirt and embedded dog hair that we tested in our lab samples.

Its controls are a bit simpler than the competitors. There's an oblong cleaning button at the top and you can start it from the app or by voice commands using Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also schedule weekly or daily cleanings, set up no-go zones and check its cleaning history. Covered in stylish dark gray plastics, Ion feels sturdy and looks stylish in your home. Its rear dustbin is accessible for emptying, and removing the filters is also simple.

5. Eufy 11S

Eufy 11S is a good choice if you want 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 such as Alexa integration and digital mapping that are found in higher-end models. However, if you don't require these features, you could save money.

This robot is easy to set up and use. It does not require a smartphone application or Wi-Fi pairing, however it does have a remote control that lets you select various modes and adjust the suction level. It also lets you manually send the robovac off on a scheduled cleaning.

During our tests, we discovered that the 11S was extremely efficient in cleaning dirt and pet fur from hard floors and low-pile carpets. Its slim profile made it possible to fit under furniture with low hanging and other items that some bulkier robots could not reach. It was able to get easily over thresholds of doorways and transition between floors of different types to another.

Like other robots, the 11S is able to be able to suck up objects like cords, drawstrings on hoodies and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests that you can prevent this from happening by keeping these items off the ground and using a cord organizer whenever possible. It also suggests that you clean the dustbin, replace the filters and wash or robot Vacuum black friday change the brushes when required.

iRobot Roomba 990

The Roomba 980 is iRobot's most popular robot vacuum. It's costly but it's top-performing and, in some ways, the most advanced robot vacuum you can purchase. Its self-navigating features and environmental mapping are truly a marvel to behold. It is more sophisticated in its automation than most of its competitors, such as the ability to set up virtual boundary markers using its mobile application. It's a capable robot vacuum for stairs vacuum, even though its application is a bit slow and the 980 spins out when it is pushed over cables.

We really like the 980 due to its iAdapt2.0 navigation sensors and visual simultaneity mapping and localisation (or vSLAM) to remember your home's floor plan. It will use this information to create a consistent, efficient cleaning path through each cycle. The result is cleaner floors and a cleaner vacuum than the majority of high-end robot vacuums.

Other features of the 980 include dual multi-surface brushes which grab dirt from carpets and hard floors, as well as an ejector brush that spins to sweep debris into the robotic vacuum's bin. Its floor tracking sensor assists it in maneuvering between furniture, along edges and on stairs. Cliff Detect prevents the Roomba from falling. It will also return to the base station for easy recharges between sessions. The bin capacity and the battery life of the 980 aren't as impressive as those of other robot vacuums. However, it's a reliable and solid machine that can keep floors clean for many hours.