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Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

A robot vacuum is a great tool to maintain an orderly home. It can remove dust, pet hair, and other surface debris.

Some robots can sync with smart assistants like Alexa or Google Assistant to provide a environment that is hands-free. Look for models that can recharge and pick up where they left off.

1. iRobot S8

This smart robot mop and vacuum combo is an excellent option for a wide range of households. It features a superb navigation system with GPS and laser sensors. It also comes with a lot of features and control options that can be accessed through the app. It also comes with a useful feature that allows you to create Cleaning zones for specific areas that require more attention, and also to keep Out zones where you do not want it to move. It also gets software updates, just like all Roomba products, which improve the quality of the product over time.

It’s expensive, but it’s is also among the most sophisticated robot vacuums ZDNet has ever tested. It comes with a powerful battery that can vacuum the entire house in less than two hours. It also switches between mopping and vacuuming with the push of the button. And unlike other self-emptying robots that require you to empty the dust bin after each run, this one automatically emptys itself into a larger waste container above its charging dock.

It’s got a range of other features that make it a good option for most homes, including intelligent obstacle avoidance that uses both a camera and processor-powered smarts to detect obstacles. It is rarely derailed or stuck during a cleaning process. In my tests it was the most effective in avoiding objects such as power cables. However, it isn’t as accurate in detecting pet waste and other hazards.

2. Eufy RoboVac Hybrid X8

Eufy owned by Anker, has become an iconic name in the world of budget robot vacuums. However, it didn’t offer the option of a model that could mop. This is changing with the X8 Hybrid, which has an impressive array of modern features and can compete well with more expensive models.

The main selling point of Eufy’s this machine is its laser navigation. The X8 makes use of laser mapping technology that is more accurate than the previous Eufy devices. It takes less time to create an extensive map of your home. It also has the ability to store multiple maps. This is great for multi-floored homes.

The X8 is a good vacuum cleaner on bare floors. It is able to easily throw debris under the side brushes and into its 400ml dust bin. The X8’s tyres, despite having a circular shape, are very adept at grabbing edges and corners. It’s not a great kitty litter picker, though our tests have shown it is able to remove around 90% of the fur from hard floors.

The basic mopping mode uses the same reservoir of water as the vacuuming mode. This is great for spills that aren’t serious, but you cannot limit the amount of water it uses. That said, it does an admirable job of picking up pet hair, with a higher percentage of hair removal than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

Awarded for its quiet and efficient home appliances Miele’s RX2 robot vacuum comes with outstanding cleaning power, stunning design and great navigation. It has some oddities in its operation, which prevent it from being considered the top smart robot vacuum.

Similar to the latest models of iRobot and models, the RX2 comes with dual-sensor mapping technology which uses an LIDAR sensor to map out the space and two 3D scanning cameras that can detect and avoid obstacles (like furniture legs or pet waste) in real time. Once mapped the app allows you to create virtual no-go zones as well as favorite sections that the robot will clean automatically. You can also change the cleaning modes, start cleaning manually, or view live feeds from the onboard cameras from the main screen.

The RX2’s sensors are effective, registering furniture and other obstructions in real-time. And its sweeping and suction power are top of the line and cleans up surface debris from medium-pile carpeting and embedded dust in bare floors. However, it’s not exactly the most flexible Robot Vacuum Mops available. As with many others, it’s not a good climber and is prone to problems with things like thresholds made of metal 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 is essential for a robot able to do the job and that’s why our ZDNet staff has tested and looked over some of the most popular models to help you choose the best one for your home.

4. Shark ION

This budget-friendly robovac looks just like your typical robot but it’s upgraded in performance and features. Its intelligent mapping system creates 2D and 3-D maps of your house and uses them to navigate around and avoid obstacles. It’s even able to spot common obstacles such as power cords and furniture legs in real time. This combination of sensors, together with a bump sensor, and an infrared sensor for dropping that keeps it away from the stairs, makes it one of the most agile vacuums we’ve tried.

It was able to walk over carpets with thick shags and didn’t get stuck (unlike the RoboVac 11s, or Roomba 690-). Its navigation abilities were also impressive. Its composite score for flooring and carpet beat the competition, and it was able to pick up 98.5 percent of the surface litter and embedded dog hair from our laboratory test samples.

The controls are more basic than those of competitors. There’s a round 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 create a schedule for daily or weekly cleaning, set no-go zones, and see the history of its cleaning. Covered in stylish dark gray plastics, Ion feels sturdy and looks attractive in your home. The dust bin on the rear is accessible for emptying and removing the filter equally easy.

5. Eufy 11S

If you’re looking to buy a basic, no-frills robot vacuum at a low cost, the Eufy11S could be a good choice. It isn’t equipped with some of the more advanced features, such as digital mapping and Alexa integration, found in higher-end models but if you don’t need these functions, you can save money by purchasing this model.

This robot is simple to setup and use. It doesn’t require smartphone application or Wi-Fi pairing. However it does come with the remote control that lets you choose between different modes and adjust suction levels. You can also manually assign the robotvac to the schedule of cleaning.

During our tests during our tests, the 11S was very effective at getting rid of pet hair and dirt from hard floors and in carpets with a low pile. Its slim profile made it possible to get under low-hanging furniture and other items that some heavier robots were unable to get at. It was able to get easily over thresholds of doors and transition from one type of floor to another.

Like other robots, the 11S will suck up some objects such as cords, drawstrings for hoodies and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests that you can prevent this by keeping these items off the floor and using an organizer for cords if you can. It also recommends that you regularly clean the dustbin, replace the filters and change or wash the brushes when required.

iRobot Roomba 990

The Roomba 980 is iRobot’s flagship robot vacuum. It’s expensive, but it’s top-performing and is arguably the most sophisticated robot vacuum available. Its self-navigation and environmental mapping is something to behold. It also comes with more advanced automation features than most competitors, such as the ability to set virtual boundary markers with its mobile app. Although the app isn’t the most responsive, and the 980 does spin out a bit while moving over cables, it’s an extremely efficient robot vacuum.

We love the 980 due to its iAdapt2.0 navigation sensors and visual simultaneity mapping and localisation (or vSLAM) to remember the floor plan of your home. It then uses this information to design an efficient and consistent cleaning path for each cycle. The result is cleaner floors, and a more efficient 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 and a spinning brush to sweep debris into the robotic vacuum’s bin. Its floor tracking sensor helps it navigate through furniture, along edges and up stairs. Cliff Detect prevents the Roomba from falling. It also automatically returns to its base station to ensure hassle-free charging between sessions. Although the 980’s battery lifespan and bin size isn’t as good as those of other robot vacuums it’s a sturdy and reliable machine that will keep your floors clean for hours and hours.