The Best Self-Empting Vacuums

Robot vacuums can be great for keeping your floors clean. However, they have small dustbins that need to be manually emptied after each cleaning session. Premium models have self-emptying bases that eliminate this step and allows the user to clean hands-free.

The most efficient self-emptying vacuum comes with docking stations that can hold up to 45 days of debris, without intervention from you. These smart vacuums can also track your home and avoid obstacles such as power cords.

1. Roomba S9+ from iRobot

iRobot was the first to introduce self-emptying robots in its Roomba i7. It's now taken this technology to a new level with the s9+. The flagship model might be expensive, but it has the most impressive performance we've ever seen from any robovac and comes with upgrades that other brands can only dream of.

Then, it draws dirt into its Clean Base automatically. Then, it emptys the dirt into a huge bag that you can dispose away every 60-days. This makes it a good option for those who wish to take a hands-off approach to cleaning, but also need the peace of mind that comes from knowing that their home is always free of allergens and germs.

The s9+ also has advanced corner-cleaning abilities that get it much closer to walls than previous models, and it's more adept in spot cleaning too. The application will return to a particular area when it senses that it requires extra attention. If the area is very filthy, the s9 will return to it with a more powerful suction until all the mess is gone.

The s9+ can be controlled by the included app or Amazon Alexa (the s9+ is compatible with both) and lets you give complete voice commands, including the ability to the ability to pause, stop and start. You can program the robot vacuum self emptying to start and stop its work at a certain time, or let it decide when it should return to its dock.

The s9+ is great on bare floors. It can easily get rid of small particles like rice, and bigger objects like cereal. It also excels at cleaning low-pile carpets and has a powerful suction, even when the dirt compartment is full. However, it does not perform as well on carpets that are more dense.

2. Roborock S7 maxV Ultra

Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum and mop can sweep carpets, detect rugs, and self-clean. It is among the hands-off robotic cleaners available. Its sophisticated navigation and mapping system provides an exceptional level of maneuverability. The companion app lets users to choose among a variety of cleaning options. It also supports a vast range of third-party apps that let you monitor your home as it is operating.

The S7 MaxV Ultra, like its predecessor, is a master in sweeping carpets as well as hard floors. It did well in our dirt pick-up tests and was a savior when it came to cleaning more difficult tasks like the sand embedded test, as well as the carpet deep clean test. We conduct these tests by weighing the robot’s dustbin both before and after the set time period. The S7 MaxV Ultra is also excellent at mopping, and has plenty of suction power to deal with large and small particles and pet hair on floors that are not covered. It is a bit more difficult to deal with hair on densely woven low-pile carpet, but it is able to suck up most of the hair on this floor type.

This model is among the quietest we've examined. Its low-power Quiet mode creates a maximum noise of only 57.5 dBA. It's not as discreet in its maximum-power setting, 'Max that produces more than 80 dBA.

The S7 MaxV Ultra is equipped with docks that automatically fill the water tank of the robot, as well as emptying its trash bin. It's a bit more challenging to set up the X1 Omni, but once you've gotten it set up it will run by itself.

3. Shark IQ Large

The Shark IQ Robot XL has an impressive suction and numerous smart features. It is self-emptying with a bagless base, and maps your home as it cleans to ensure complete coverage. You can control it using the SharkClean app or via voice commands using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also use the physical boundary markers to limit its access.

It has a relatively simple black style that feels and looks good. It is easy to assemble right out of the box because it just requires some snaps to connect the side brushes and charging dock. The dirt compartment is small, however, so it is likely to need to empty it often.

In tests in tests, the IQ Robot XL quickly responded to the app's controls and performed well during cleaning cycles. The app lets you select power modes, change settings, and view the level of battery power when it's working. The app also has an Find Robot button that helps you locate the device in case it is lost.

Like other Shark products like the IQ Robot XL has impressive suction that can easily tackle dust bunnies and pet hair. The self empty robot vacuum mop-cleaning brushroll keeps hair from clinging to the machine as it combs debris. Its navigation module uses a combination of sensors to detect the surroundings as it moves, but it's not as thorough as those that employ LIDAR modules. The IQ Robot XL must run just a few clean cycles in order to determine the space you're in.

In comparison to the iRobot Roomba 690, the Shark IQ Robot XL is more durable, has lower monthly costs, and delivers stronger performance across a variety of surfaces. However, the iRobot feels better-built, charges faster, and has similar battery performance. It also comes with an extensive set of features for automation that allows you to customize your home's coverage map using no-go zones.

4. Eufy 11S

The Eufy 11S robot vacuum is perfect for those who don't want to use a smartphone or voice control but nevertheless want a vacuum that can clean according to their schedule. The sleek robot is easy to set up and maintain, and it's able to effortlessly remove dirt and dust. It's perfect for cleaning light-duty daily to keep your floors looking great.

It's less impressive than our other top picks, but it offers some benefits worth considering. Its short stature allows it to be able to maneuver under furniture with low profile that other vacuums are unable to. It also has an efficient 'Quick Cleaning mode, which makes use of multiple passes to keep your floors as clean as they can be. The Smart Pathing feature isn't as efficient, but it's good enough to help you avoid repeating the same cleaning routes over and over again.

The model isn't as well as the iRobot Roomba S9+, though it does better than the Coredy R550 (which is similar in price) and the bObsweep Bob Pro. The iRobot has a better build, incurs fewer recurring expenses, has a larger dirt compartment, lasts longer on a single charge, and is more maneuverable. It also removes pet hair more effectively and is more effective on both bare floors and self empty Robot vacuum mop carpet.

The Eufy 11S is more expensive than the iRobot Roomba 614, but it's also more expensive than the Ecovacs Deebot N79S. However, the iRobot is more durable, has a longer maximum battery life, and sucks up more dirt and dust than the Eufy. It is also simpler to maintain and has lower regular costs. It also comes with more automation capabilities. The companion app is better, providing more useful information on the vacuum's battery status and level.

5. Ecovacs Deebot N8 Pro+

It might look similar to almost every other robot vacuum available however, this one has some nifty tricks to its name. You can assign specific rooms or areas for cleaning, control its power levels and mops through the app, and even make use of voice controls to set your preferences. Its 2600Pa suction power is impressive and, at 67dB, it's much quieter than other robots I've used.

Deebot N8 Pro+ can also avoid obstacles using its TrueDetect 3D Laser. This technology makes use of structured light to scan a room and map out the contents, which means it can work around furniture as well as showpieces, shoes and charger cables. It's much more precise than other robots, too, because it operates at the millimeter level to identify tiny objects and plot an approach around them.

ECOVACS App allows you to monitor the robot's progress and schedule cleaning sessions, and also change settings from anywhere. It can also create custom boundaries that allow you to better control where it cleans. This helps keep it from important household items, messy school projects, and laundry.

The app is easy to use and the directions are clear. The entire setup process is about an hour. After you've mapped your home, you can choose to let it run on autopilot or design a cleaning schedule for each room. When the battery is low it will go back to the charging dock and continue where it left off when fully charged. The ECOVACS Deebot N8 Pro+ has an automatic bin that can be empty which means you don't have to do anything unless you're changing the dust bag.