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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

A robot vacuum will save you a lot of time and hassle when it comes to regular touch-ups. The best ones are adept at getting rid of dust light debris, cords and dust.

The pricier ones even mop your floors--though they still can't climb stairs. Find models that feature smart mapping, real-time hazard avoidance, and roomy self vacuum-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The best robots we tried were reliable, user-friendly, and able keep up with daily debris. You'll need a robot that has decent carpet-picking capability and the ability to take on stairs. If you're looking for a model with extra features, consider one that comes with smart mapping technology, or an app to control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau, a contributing shopping writer at PEOPLE and a reviewer of products who has tested numerous robotic vacuums, is recognized for her testing of dozens of robot vacuums. She's a fan of the robovacs that offer the most convenience, such as self-emptying dustbins and charging docks that automatically empty and fill the water tanks used by mopping robots. She's also a big fan of robots that detect landmarks such as furniture legs and power cords, so they don't get caught when climbing stairs.

When compared to the top-rated models, this Black and Decker robot vacuum isn't as advanced in its object-avoidance capabilities and its score for navigation is lower. However, it does have an enormous dust bin that doesn't need regular emptying and has a lengthy battery life. It also has the ability to schedule cleaning robots times and return to where it stopped last, making it easier to clean larger areas. This model is a great choice for pet owners, because it will prevent hair tangles and food particles.

In our tests in our tests, the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combines an LIDAR sensor that maps rooms and identify obstacles using a structured light sensor that can identify objects and detect edges. This combination lets it stay clear of stairs, drops of liquid and furniture legs easily and save up to four floor maps for future reference. It is also able to stop the cleaning process at any point and resume where it left off so that you can complete chores while the robot does its work. The app provides an interactive 3D model of your home, complete with room labels as well as advanced cleaning options.

This model isn't as effective at cleaning as our top models, however it excels at picking up heavier items like orzo pasta, metal screws and fine particles such as sand. The only drawbacks are that it cannot mop and its navigation system is less impressive.

The best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, select one that has a high score for rug and carpet maneuverability and pickup. Many models are good at collecting dust from low-pile rugs. Some are capable of cleaning up larger debris such as orzo pasta and screws made of steel. They aren't able to pick up small particles like an upright canister, and they may be unable to pick up dirt close to thresholds or baseboards.

For homes with carpets, a 2-in-1 robotic vacuum/mop is the best option. You can exchange the cleaning bin to a damp mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum/mop that can clean and mop at the same time with circular pads that spin at 200 revolutions per minute. It automatically detects and lifts the pads when it comes into contact with carpet to prevent wetting the floor. Additionally, you don't have to take them off or replace them after each use. The Q Revo also performs better than other robot vacuum/mops in the absence of obstacles and in getting close to rugs and thresholds.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another good robot vacuum option. It did well in our tests and you can program it to tidy your home when you are away. It can be set up to mop only. We were impressed by its ability to navigate on floors with no flooring and rugs. The Combo i5 has a long runtime and excellent path-planning for a device of this size.

If you're looking for a high-tech vacuum, the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop is a great alternative. It has a huge charging dock that can go several weeks without having to be emptied, and it has amazing navigation capabilities and auto-emptying on both bare floors and carpets. It also has a smart mapping system, and can be set to only run during certain hours (a beneficial feature to keep pets and children who are prone to mischief from running wild). The Shark isn't as powerful than some other mop/robot combos but it's effective in removing hair and pet hair. It is the best value of our top picks.

Best for Hard Flooring

Robot vacuums are a great option for hardwood floors since they are able to navigate around obstacles without damaging bare surfaces. They are capable of removing dust and crumbs, however they struggle with pet hair and other larger particles. They lack the suction of a high-end canister or upright vacuum, making them unsuitable for deep cleaning upholstery or carpeted areas.

The best two-in-1 robots combine a vacuum and a mop and take care of the entire chore in one sweep. Look for models that have an onboard sensor that can detect changes in the floor texture and adjust suction in line with the changes. This feature is available on the ECOVACS Deebot T9+ and lets it move seamlessly from hard carpeting to soft carpeting.

If you have lots of hardwood flooring in your home, you might want to consider a robot mop and vacuum combination like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model is a powerful robotic vacuum equipped with intelligent navigation that can clean hardwood and other surfaces. It can also mop. Its sensors let it avoid hazards such as stairs.

When you need mops the eufy S1 Pro is designed to actually wash hardwood floors using downward pressure rather than wipe them over to remove dust and dirt. Its pads that can be reused reduce waste and spread fewer germs. They can also be cleaned in docking stations to reduce time. They can also be dried, washed, and used again.

The robovac is operated by your smartphone, making it much easier to use. You can, for instance make use of the app to create no-go zones that the vacuum will not enter, or to label rooms, or schedule specific cleaning times. The eufy S1 Pro has an auto-emptying port that collects the debris via trapdoors and then puts it in a bagless or disposable bin. This means that you won't have to empty the bin manually as often as other models.

Best for Small Spaces

These robots are designed to work in small spaces. They have smaller bins which can hold less debris. They are also more efficient when it comes to moving around corners more efficiently as opposed to larger models. They can also fit under furniture where larger robots aren't able to reach. They are also less expensive than more expensive models, but you will need to empty their dirt compartments manually at the end of each cleaning session.

A few years back robot vacuums underwent an important change. Manufacturers started adding sensors that allowed them to navigate around and avoid household items that their conventional sensors might get stuck on or run across. These advances decreased the amount of times our testers needed to clean up after a robotic snag whether it was an electrical cord, toy or pet waste.

However, the latest sensors haven't resolved all of the problems these machines have. The cheapest models are still struggling with the same challenges that the older ones faced and most require a certain amount light to see where they're going. Look into a model that uses a spinning LIDAR device mounted on top to trace the space. Our best overall models and runners-up models do this. This allows them to work in the dark and avoid obstacles such as stairs.

In addition to being capable of working in the dark, these models can be configured to use their cliff sensors only on or near the floor, not above them. It is essential to cover mirrors to prevent this from occurring. The laser used by the LIDAR-based models can bounce off reflective surfaces, making the robot believe it's in a different room.

A few of the models we recommend also allow you to set up virtual no-go zones to protect areas where you do not want the robot to move, which is beneficial if you have small children or pets. These features aren't on all models we test. Read our full reviews before deciding.