Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

The best method to keep your home tidy is to use a robotic vacuum. It can pick up dust, pet hair and other particles on the surface.

Some robots sync with smart assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant for a hands-free experience. Find models that can be recharged and continue cleaning the area they left.

1. iRobot s8

This smart robot vacuum and mop combo is a fantastic option for a wide range of homes. It features a superb navigation system with GPS and laser sensors. It also comes with numerous features and controls that are accessible through the app. It also comes with a useful feature that allows you to create Cleaning zones for specific areas that require more attention, as well as Keep Out zones that you don't want it to move. It also gets software updates, like the other Roomba products, that 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 has a powerful battery that can clean all of your home in less than two hours. It can also switch between vacuuming and mopping at the touch of a button. It automatically emptys the trash bin that is above its charging station, unlike other self-emptying robots that require you to empty it after each run.

It also has a number of other features, including intelligent obstacle avoidance, which utilizes cameras in conjunction with processor-powered smarts to detect obstacles. It's rarely tripped up or stuck during a cleaning process. In my tests it was the most effective at avoiding objects like power cables. However, it's not as accurate in detecting pet waste or other hazards.

2. Eufy RoboVac Hybrid X8

While Anker-owned Eufy has made a name for itself in budget robot vacuums, it's never offered an all-in-one model which can also mop. The X8 Hybrid is a new model that comes with a variety of advanced features, and can compete with more expensive models.

Laser navigation is the main selling point of this machine. Previous Eufy devices have created an approximate map of your home using infrared sensors and bumping into objects however the X8's laser mapping technology is much more accurate. It also takes a lot less time to construct an accurate picture of your living space and also stores multiple maps, which is great for homes with multiple floors.

The X8 is still a decent vacuum on floors with no dust that can carry debris under its side brushes and into the 400ml dust bin with ease. Its tyres are adept at hugging edges and corners even though they're circular. Our tests revealed that it could only remove 90% of the fur on hard floors.

The mopping mode that is the basic one uses the same water reservoir as the vacuuming mode. While this is a good option for loose spills however, you aren't able to limit the amount of water it is using, which will limit its effectiveness on more serious stains. It's effective in removing hair from pets. It has a higher rate of pick-up than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

Miele's RX2 robotic vacuum is renowned for its quiet, effective appliances. It features a stunning design, excellent navigation and an impressive cleaning power. There are a few niggles in its operation that prevent it from being ranked as the best smart robot vacuum.

The RX2 comes with a dual-sensor mapping technique which uses LIDAR to map a room, and a pair 3D scanning cameras for detecting and avoiding obstacles (such as furniture legs or pet waste). Once the room is mapped it is possible to designate virtual no-go areas and sections that you would like to be the robot. You can also begin an automatic clean or manually change the cleaning mode, watch live feeds from the cameras onboard and more from the main screen.

The RX2's sensors are effective in registering furniture and other obstructions in real-time. The suction and sweeping capabilities are excellent, taking away surface debris from medium pile carpeting as well as dust that has been deposited on floors. But it's not the most agile robot on the market. It's not the greatest climber, and it has problems with metal threshold transition strips.

Many people purchase I Robot Vacuum Cleaner vacuums because of the ease of setting up a schedule on an app, and then forgetting about them for weeks. But it's important that a robot is able to get the job done and that's why our ZDNet staff tested and reviewed several of the most well-known models to help you choose the right one for your home.

4. shark robot vacuum mop ION

This budget robovac looks just like your typical robot but it's upgraded in performance and features. Its intelligent mapping system creates 3D and 2D maps of your home, and uses them to navigate around obstacles and avoid them. It is able to detect common obstacles like furniture legs and power cords in real-time. This combination of sensors, along with a bump sensor, and an infrared sensor for dropping that keeps it from falling down steps make it one of the fastest vacs we've tried.

It was able to walk over the thick shag carpets and did not get stuck (unlike the RoboVac 11s, or Roomba 690-). Its navigation skills were also impressive; its composite score in carpet and bare floors beat out the competition and it was able to pick up 98.5 percent of the surface pet hair and litter from our lab test samples.

Its controls are a bit simpler than the competitors. There's an uniform cleaning button on the top, and you can start it from the app, or by voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also set a schedule for your daily or weekly cleans, create areas that are not allowed to be cleaned, and check its history of cleaning. Clad in smart dark gray plastics, Ion feels sturdy and looks attractive in your home. Its rear dustbin is easily accessible for emptying, and removing the filters is also easy.

5. Eufy 11S

If you're looking for a basic robotic vacuum that is simple and has no frills at a low cost, the Eufy 11S is a great option. The model isn't equipped with smart features like Alexa integration and digital mapping found in higher-end models. If you don't need these features, you can save money.

This robot is easy to use and set up. It does not require a smartphone app or Wi-Fi connection, however it does have an remote control that allows you to select between various modes and adjust the suction level. You can also manually send the robotvac on an cleaning schedule.

During our tests, we found that the 11S was extremely efficient in removing dirt and pet fur from carpets and floors with low pile. Its slim profile helped it get under furniture and other low objects that more bulkier robots were unable to reach. It was able to get easily over thresholds of doorways and switch from one floor type to another.

Like other robots, the 11S will take in some objects, such as cords drawstrings on hoodies and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests that you can stop this by keeping these items off the floor and using a cord organizer if possible. It also recommends cleaning the dustbin regularly by replacing the filters and washing or changing the brushes as required.

Roomba 990 from iRobot

The Roomba 980 is iRobot's flagship robot vacuum. It's costly, but it's an excellent performer and is arguably the most sophisticated robot vacuum available. Its self-navigation as well as environmental mapping are a joy to behold. It is more sophisticated in its automation than the majority of its competitors, such as the ability to set up virtual boundary markers through its mobile app. It's a powerful robot 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, because it makes use of its iAdapt2.0 navigation sensors and its visual simultaneity localisation and mapping (or vSLAM), to memorise your home's floor plan. It will then use that information to create a consistent and efficient cleaning path for every cycle. The result is cleaner floors and i robot Vacuum cleaner a more efficient vacuum than many high-end robotics.

The 980's other features include dual multi-surface rubber brushes, which pick up dirt from carpets and hard floors as well as a spinning brush that sweeps debris into the bin of the robotic vacuum. Its floor tracking sensors help it navigate across furniture and along edges, and Cliff Detect helps to prevent the Roomba from slipping down stairs. It can also return automatically to the base station to allow for recharging in between sessions. The battery life and bin capacity of the 980 aren't as great as those of other robot vacuums. However, it's an extremely reliable and sturdy machine that can keep floors clean for many hours.