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The Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

robot vacuum with mop vacuums can make the task of vacuuming a little less painful. Modern models mop and can even climb (small) stairs.

Some have a smaller bin that they empty on their own. Others can be controlled via a smartphone app rather than a physical remote. Some models have mapping capabilities to aid in navigating your home with greater efficiency.

1. Power

Our top pick for robotic vacuums comes with a suction force of 8000Pa, which is strong enough to eliminate even the most difficult dirt patches and hairs. Its ultra-thin square design allows it to slide under furniture like sofas and beds, and its Dual-Laser LiDAR technology supports precise navigation and accurate obstacle avoidance. It's also great for cleaning baking powder, pet hair and other debris that can be found near baseboards and corners.

Apart from the DEEBOT X2 OMNI, other top-of-the-line bots on this list include the iRobot Roomba j7+ and the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra. The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra has docking stations that automatically handles maintenance. It also has mopping capabilities. Its powerful suction and effective mopping helped keep my floors clear of pet hair and muddy footprints and other debris in every floor type test we ran.

A model that has 2,500Pa suction will suffice for most homes in the lower price range. These models are quieter, and, therefore, a better choice for those who have sensitive ears. They're not quiet, but they're just about the same as normal conversations at home.

Think about your budget and cleaning needs to find the right combination of power and efficiency. A regular light-duty cleaning schedule requires longer runtime and a lower suction, while weekly high-volume cleaning requires a lot of power. Assess your flooring, layout of your home and cleaning schedule prior to selecting the right model. We suggest looking through our complete list of robot vacuum reviews and ratings for more information on the latest models available. Many users report that their carpets and floors appear cleaner after using a robot vacuum.

2. Navigation

A robot vacuum can't do its job properly if it doesn't know how to navigate around your home. The best automatic vacuum cleaner robots employ sophisticated navigation technologies to scan rooms and build an outline map, which allows for thorough cleaning without getting stuck or hitting obstacles. There are three major kinds of robot navigation: LiDAR-based, sensor-based, and camera-based.

The most expensive models use LiDAR to build a virtual map of the room, delivering the highest levels of accuracy and efficiency. Bump sensors are employed in lower-end models, however they aren't always accurate and miss a lot debris when working in dark areas. The majority of robots have cliff sensors that prevent them from falling off stairs or other drops.

Several robots I tested used objects recognition to navigate through things such as cords and fake dog turds. But the Eufy X10 was the best. It had excellent mapping capabilities and powerful oscillating mops that could be used as a user-friendly app and the ability to clean a specific area, room or the all of the house.

Think about features like sensors for floors that automatically increase suction power when required. Some robots, like the Roborock mops, use mopping pad lifts to get into corners and tackle dried spills. Many hybrids are able to apply cleaning solutions to the most difficult stains.

A smaller bin will mean less frequent emptying however, a larger one can save you money on replacements. The cheapest robotic cleaners typically use a small disposable dust bag, while most mid-range models have larger dust bins of 3L that last for many years. Certain premium robots such as the ECOVACS DEEBOT OMNI Station will self-empty and fill up their water tank for hands-free convenience.

3. App control

The top robot hoover vacuums have an app that lets you monitor cleaning progress and schedule sessions and can connect to smart home devices to allow hands-free control. Many robot vacuums can be controlled using voice commands, such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Certain models come with a remote control that allows you to start, pause, and return to dock. Choose a model that has an extra large dustbin and is able to self-empty rather than one that needs manual emptying.

Some robovacs come with mapping technology that helps them remember obstacles, like the stairs, and also avoid running into furniture. Some allow you to create no-go zones or specific rooms, so they only clean areas that require the most. They also have a cliff sensor to prevent them from falling, which is particularly useful in multi-level homes.

If you intend to make use of your robot vacuum to clean rugs choose a model that can do dry mopping as well as wet. You'll get better results from a robot mop vac that can remove its own mop pad, as well, which you can then wash and reattach when it's time to do another cleaning cycle. Look for robots with a rubber roller. It will be less likely to get caught from pet hair or other debris. It's a good idea to check the robot's brushroll and side brushes for debris that has gotten stuck every once or twice per week as well. If you notice that they are beginning to get clogged up it might be time to buy replacement parts.

4. Debris collection

Like the name suggests, robot vacuums are designed to collect dust and debris from your floors. The best ones are able to pick small particles such as baking soda and sand as well larger pieces such as orzo pasta, screws made of metal and pet hair. They also deliver better results on carpets with a low pile than manual vacuums.

The top-performing robots across all flooring types had a pickup score over 95%. The two top-performing robots in this category were the ECOVACS DEEBOT X2 OMNI, and the Roborock Q Revo. Both are highly automated, with docking stations that can perform maintenance on their own, and features in the app that make them extremely user-friendly.

They both have self-emptying bins that automatically empty the wastebasket. They can also clean the washboard as they mow. They also come with an 8,000Pa vacuum, intelligent mapping technology and advanced obstacle avoidance to help them navigate even the most difficult areas. The ECOVACS robot is among the few that can vacuum carpet and remove the mop pads. This makes it a perfect option for those who need to switch between mopping and vacuuming often.

If you're looking for a less expensive option, we recommend the Roomba Combo J7 from iRobot+, our budget pick. It offers LIDAR navigation for reasonable prices and decent debris collection performance. It can be a bit slow in mapping rooms and has a tendency of bumping against obstacles, but the cost is less than the other choices.

5. Battery life

The best robot vacuums let you get on with your day while they keep your floors in top in good condition. While you'll still need to give your home a manual vacuum every now and again Robotic vacuums can help keep a certain level of tidiness and even clean even when you're away.

To maximize the time you can use your robovac, look for a model with excellent battery life. If you use the highest power setting, the model should last two cleaning sessions. This is smaller than a larger vacuum however, it should be enough to clean most homes. If you don't wish to wait while your robovac recharges, you can choose one that automatically returns to the base station for charging.

If you're looking for a robot with a bit of everything in it, then consider an option that also mop. Eufy's X10, the best automatic vacuum model in this class, offers self-emptying and self-refilling for the dust bin, the water tank, and the mop pad. It can be programmed to automatically refill and wash its mops once they are out.

Its respectable carpet and hard floor pick up, great hair pickup and tangle prevention, and its close to perfect auto empty scores make it the clear winner of our test scores. It's not cheap and unless you have a small house with no pets, it might be too expensive for certain. The Dreametech D10+ is the second choice and has the same performance, but costs around 25% less.