Best Self-Empting Robot Vacuums and Mops

The Eufy 11S robotic vacuum is among the cheapest self-emptying vacuums that are available. It ably sucked up dry oatmeal from hard floors and carpets with low pile in our tests. Its dust bin is simple to open and empty -- easier than those of some other models in its price range.

It is charged at its base and then it resumes cleaning as soon as it's done. But its obstacle-avoidance technology gets caught in socks and cords and it's not able to go below low thresholds.

1. iRobot Roomba 11S

The 11S is a more affordable self-emptying Robot vacuums (Softjoin.co.kr) robotic vacuum cleaner that a lot of people seem to like. It is a great choice for scooting underneath furniture and is a great choice for those who have hard floors or for daily cleaning. Its suction may be a bit weaker than the suction of our top picks, but it's still able to get the job completed. It has a large dust bin and a durable battery. The app lets you schedule daily cleanings or pick a room. You can also create a map of your home to help the device stay clear of areas you don't want it visit.

The app is simple to use and has a clean layout. It's not a full-featured app however, it's simple to use and Self-emptying robot vacuums lets you keep track of the robot's activity. It also has a helpful tutorial to provide you with the basics.

Its cleaning patterns don't always look like logical - at times it goes in straight lines, other times, it is able to find the edges of a room, but Bounce Navigation ensures your entire floor is cleaned. It's not the greatest at navigating obstacles, though - it was unable to climb over our piano pedals and pet food bowls, and got stuck in our 2.25-inch shag rug a few times.

We believe there are better robot vacuums than the 11S. The iRobot Roomba is easier to maintain and has lower costs for recurring maintenance and is charged faster. It has a bigger bin, and performs better on any surface type and can climb over obstacles that are low in elevation (like electrical cables) more easily.

The eufy RoboVac 11S is another good alternative for regular vacuuming. It is a close design to our top pick and is good at picking up smaller and fine dust from hard floors. It's a great choice on low-pile or medium-pile carpet. It has a large dirt storage container and utilizes BoostIQ for automatic suction power adjustment. It also comes with an adjustable remote that is easy to operate and allows you to program daily cleaning routines with the app. The battery can last for about an hour, and the dustbin is easy to empty by taking it from its dock.

2. Roborock S7 maxV Ultra

Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a fantastic robot that comes with a an array of amazing automation features. The Roborock S7 MaxV is available in three different versions that include the basic S7 model and the S7 Plus model and the S7 Ultra. Only the latter comes with an Empty Wash Fill Dock (or an alternative Auto-Empty Dock). These docks let the robot return to its base following a cleaning session and empty the debris it has collected into a dust bag or reservoir, drain its dirty water tank, and wash its mopping pad.

Sensors on the S7 work in tandem to clean and eliminate obstacles. It can identify flooring types and save a map for rooms and zones. It can even detect dirt levels. It's also capable of scheduling and running spot cleaning sessions. It performed well in standard tests, but did not perform as well as the Roomba j7+ during the carpet deep cleaning test.

You can program the S7 using the companion app to run a cleaning cycle according to your schedule. You can choose a time either day or week and select from several cleaning modes, like automatic, eco and deep clean. You can also choose whether the robot will stop if it runs out of power or encounters an obstacle.

You can still make use of the S7 if you don't own an Android phone by connecting a charging dock to a remote control. The controls on the remote can be a bit difficult to understand initially, but once you've mastered the use of them they work well. The power button doubles as the general 'Clean' function and the "Spot Clean" button directs the robot vacuum and mop with self emptying to clean small areas around itself. The 'Spot Clean' button also triggers the child lock.

In addition to the new mapping capabilities, Roborock improved its mobile app by adding a live view feature that lets you check out what the S7 is doing at home. You can enable this by pressing a particular sequence of buttons on the S7 and then creating an unlock pattern in the app to use whenever you want to see what the robot is up to.

3. Shark IQ Large

Shark's robot vacuums aren't as popular as those from iRobot or Roborock. However, our tests have shown that this model is one of the most efficient self-emptying vacuums available. It's simple to set up, comes with an enormous bin that is easy to empty (albeit somewhat loudly) into a trash can when it is full, and can easily be programmed to complete a home clean on a regular basis or as needed.

The IQ XL is able to connect to your WiFi at home which allows you to keep track of its progress in cleaning using the Shark app. The app lets you program a cleaning routine, receive push notifications regarding its status, pause cleaning and resume cleaning or set it for one specific area. It can also be controlled by voice commands using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. The app will tell you which power mode it is currently in, namely Eco, Normal, or Max--but we didn't find that any of these modes made a significant difference to the cleaning performance.

After it has completed cleaning when it's finished, the IQ XL automatically empty the bin into its base, which then automatically emptys. Its bin can hold up 60 days worth of waste, so it won't need emptying more frequently than that, unless you have lots of pets with long hair. If you have to empty it, all you need to do is untie the side bin, place it up to a trash can and then press a button to eject the contents.

There's nothing to dislike about the Shark IQ XL, although it feels a bit less sturdy than the Roomba 694. It does a good job at cleaning carpeted floors, however, it's not as effective as the iRobot Roomba i7 in terms of bare floor performance. The i7 is also better-built, feels more durable and sturdy, has less maintenance requirements, is able to charge lower monthly costs, and charges faster, while offering similar battery performance and far more advanced automation features such as no-go zones as well as the ability to select certain rooms to be cleaned.

4. iRobot J7+

This robot vac/mop combo is a rarity as it does both jobs extremely well. The iRobot Combo j7+ offers all the smarts of its j7-based counterpart, including self-emptying robot vacuum for pets and LiDAR mapping but also includes additional features for both vacuuming and mopping.

The j7+ makes use of the latest acoustic sensor technology to determine the type of floor, so that it can clean or mop the area in its first attempt. It also makes use of this information to prioritize cleaning rooms that have carpet or rugs over those with hard floors.

Like many robotic vacuums, the j7+ is surprisingly quiet when it's running, and even less noisy when it's mopping. The maximum reading of 64 decibels on our decibel meter is comparable to general office chatter.

It's simple to set an appointment to clean and alter the way that the j7+ operates when its dust bin is full. The j7+ can be controlled using voice assistants (Alexa, Google Assistant, etc.) for a hands-free approach and Self-emptying Robot Vacuums the app allows you to create and view maps of your home.

In our tests, we found that the j7+ performed admirably on carpeted and hard floors, and it cleaned up most of the dirt we threw at it. It isn't the best at dealing with pet hair and large particles like sand, however it can remove these items with a little more effort. It also has decent navigation abilities and a pair of cliff sensors to stop it from falling down stairs or getting stuck on furniture legs.

We did find some minor issues with the j7+, mainly that it can snag on cords and rugs, and that it doesn't always turn off its mopping once it's done vacuuming. This is a fantastic model that ticks off all the boxes.

iRobot J7+ is one of the top auto-emptying systems that we've ever examined. It dumps its 14oz/0.4-liter dust canister in the base station, and it automatically emptys for you. This will reduce the amount of trash you must dispose of. It is only necessary to change the dust disposal bag at the dock every 60 days, depending on how frequently you use the j7+.