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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

A robot cleaning machine vacuum can save you a lot of time and hassle when it comes to regular touch-ups. The top models do a great job at removing dust and other small particles, and most allow you to designate no-go zones in pets or power cords.

The ones that are more expensive can even mop your floor but they aren't able to climb up the stairs. Make sure you choose models with smart mapping, real-time hazard avoidance and large self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The top robots that we have tested are effective and easy to use and able to keep up with everyday debris. It is also important to choose a model capable of handling stairs and that has decent pick-up power on carpets. If you're looking for a robot with extra features, consider an option that incorporates smart mapping technology or an app that allows you to control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing shopping writer and product reviewer at PEOPLE who has tested numerous robotic vacuum cleaner sale vacuums. She's a big fan of robovacs that offer the most convenience, such as self-emptying bins and charging docks that automatically empty and fill water tanks for mopping robots. She also likes robots that can recognize landmarks such as furniture legs and power cables, so they don't fall when climbing the stairs.

The Black and Decker model has a lower navigation score and has less technology for avoiding objects than the top-rated models. It comes with a large, non-refillable dustbin and a long battery. It also has an option that allows you to schedule cleaning sessions, and then return to where it was last. This makes it easier to take care of larger spaces. This model is a great option for pet owners, since it is able to avoid hair tangles and food particles.

In our tests, we observed that the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combined the LIDAR (light) sensor which can identify obstacles and map rooms with a structured-light sensor to detect objects and detect edges. The combination lets it avoid stairs, droplets of liquid and furniture legs with ease and save up to four floor maps to be used in the future for use. It can also pause the cleaning process at any point and return to where it stopped, so you can do chores while the robot is working. The app provides the 3D image of your home with room labels and advanced cleaning options.

Although this robot isn't able to clean as well as our top-rated models, it excels in removing small particles like sand and baking soda as well as larger items like orzo pasta and metal screws. Its only downsides are that it's not able to mop and its navigation system is less impressive.

The best option for Carpet

If you have carpeting, select an automatic vacuum with a high rating for rug and carpet ability to maneuver and pick up. Many models are capable of collecting dust from low-pile rugs. Some can be quite effective in sweeping up heavier debris like orzo pasta and screws made of metal. They can't take in fine particles like an upright or canister, and they may miss dirt that is close to thresholds or baseboards.

The best option for carpeted areas is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop that allows you to swap between the cleaning bin as well as mopping pad with damp. The Roborock Q Revo is a 2-in-1 robotic vacuum cleaner vacuum/mop that is able to clean and mop at the same time with circular pads spinning at 200 rotations a minute. It detects and raises the pads when it encounters carpet to prevent wetting the floor. Additionally, you don't have to take them off or replace them after every use. The Q Revo is also more efficient than other robot vacuum/mops in avoiding obstacles and getting close to rugs and thresholds.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another option worth considering. It was a great performer in our tests and you can set it up to schedule it to sweep your home while you are away. It can be set up to mop only. We were impressed by its ability to navigate on floors that are not bare as well as carpets. The Combo i5 also has a extremely long run time and a great path-planning feature for a device of this size.

If you're looking for a modern model, you can look at the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum & Mop. It comes with a huge dock that can last for weeks without needing to be cleaned. It also has amazing navigation and auto-emptying capabilities on carpets and floors that are not cleaned. It also has a clever mapping system that can be programmed to run only during specific times (a useful feature to stop the sly children and animals from running amok). The Shark isn't as powerful than other mop/robot combos, but its still very efficient in removing hair and pet hair and is the most affordable of our top picks.

Best for Hard Flooring

Robot vacuums are a great pick for hardwood floors because they are able to maneuver around obstacles without damaging bare surfaces. They are fantastic for removing dust and crumbs but struggle with pet hair or larger debris. They also lack the suction power of a top-of-the-line upright or canister vacuum, meaning they're not the best choice for carpeted areas or upholstery that needs deep cleaning.

The best floor vacuum robot two-in-1 robots combine mopping and vacuum and take care of a more complete chore in one go. Find a model that has an onboard sensor that can detect changes in the floor's texture and adjust suction accordingly. The ECOVACS DEEBOT T9+, for instance, has this feature and can move seamlessly from hard to soft carpeting.

If your home is primarily composed of hardwood floors, consider an automated vacuum and mop combination like the eufy S1 Pro. This model features a powerful robot vacuum with intelligent navigation to clean hardwood and other hard surfaces, plus it can mop as well. Its sensors assist it in avoiding stairs and other hazards so you don't have to worry about the robot falling down the stairs and damaging your hardwood.

When it comes to mop pads the Eufy S1 Pro is designed to actually wash hardwood floors with downward pressure rather than wipe them over to remove dirt and dust. Its reusable pads reduce waste and help to spread less germs. They can also be cleaned in the docking stations to save time. The mops can also be cleaned and dried to prevent the spread of mold.

The robovac is operated by your smartphone, making it simpler to use. For instance you can use the app to create a no-go zone that the vacuum won't enter or label rooms separately, or schedule cleaning sessions for certain areas. The eufy S1 Pro has an auto-emptying port that collects debris via trapdoors and then puts it into a bagless or disposable bin. This means that you won't have to empty the bin manually as often as with other models.

Ideal for small Spaces

These robots are made for small spaces. They have smaller bins that hold less waste, and they're more efficient than the larger models when it comes to navigating tight corners. They can also fit underneath furniture where larger robots aren't able to reach. They are generally less expensive than the more expensive models, as well, but you'll have to empty their dirt storage compartments at the end of each cleaning session.

A few years ago, robot vacuums underwent a significant change when manufacturers began adding sensors to help them navigate around and avoid household objects that their conventional sensors would become stuck on or over. The improvements in technology reduced the number of times our testers were required to clean up after a robot snag.

The new sensors aren't completely eliminating all the issues with these machines however. The cheaper models are still not able to traverse the same obstacles as older models, and they need an adequate amount of light to know where they are moving. If you live in a dark house or have lots of furniture that is low-profile, think about getting one that uses top-mounted spinning laser units to map your space, as our top overall and runner-up picks do. This allows them to work in the dark and avoid obstacles such as stairs.

The models can be programmed to only use their cliff sensors only when they are near or on the ground, and not when they are above it. It's essential to cover mirrors to prevent this from occurring. The lasers used by LIDAR-based models may bounce off reflective surfaces, making the robot think it's in a different space.

A few of the models we recommend also allow you to create virtual no-go zones for areas where you do not want the robot to go, which is beneficial if you have small pets or children. Those features aren't available on all the models we test and recommend that you review our full reviews of the choices below before making your purchase.