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How to Choose the best Robot vacuum cleaner (https://Sovren.media)

Robot vacuums can save you time and effort when it comes to cleaning. The best models do a great job of removing dust and lightweight debris, and most allow you to designate no-go zones in pets or power cords.

The pricier ones even mop your floors--though they still can't climb the stairs. Look for models with intelligent mapping, real-time hazard avoidance, and spacious self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The best robots we tried were user-friendly, efficient, and able keep up with the daily debris. You'll want a robot with decent carpet-picking power and the capability to climb stairs. If you want a robot that has additional features, you should consider a model that has smart vacuum cleaner 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 dozens of robotic vacuums. She prefers the robovacs with the most features like those with self-emptying bins and charging stations that automatically empty and fill the water tanks used to mop robotic vacuums. She also likes the robots that are able to recognize landmarks like furniture legs and power cords so they don't get caught when climbing the stairs.

This Black and Decker robot has a lower score for navigation and has less object-avoidance technology than the most popular models. However, it has an ample dust bin that doesn't need frequent emptying and a long battery life. In addition, it has an option that allows you to plan cleaning times and return to the place where it last stopped which makes it easier to cover larger homes. This model is an excellent choice for pet owners because it will prevent hair tangles and food particles.

In our tests we tested the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combines an LIDAR sensor that can map rooms and see obstacles with an organized light sensor to identify objects and detect edges. It can stay clear of the steps, liquid droplets and furniture legs easily with this combination. It also has the ability to save up to four floor plans for future use. It is able to pause and resume cleaning at any time, so that you can continue with your chores while it is working. The app provides a 3D view of your home, complete with room labels and advanced cleaning options.

While this robot can't clean as well as our top-rated models, it excels in removing small particles like sand and baking soda and heavier items, such as orzo pasta and screws made of metal. The only drawback is that it isn't able to mop and has a slightly less impressive navigation system.

Best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, choose an automatic floor cleaning machine vacuum that scores high for carpet and rug ability to maneuver and pick up. A lot of models do a great job of removing dust that has been embedded in carpets with a low pile and a few do a decent job at cleaning up larger debris such as orzo pasta, metal screws, and pet hair. But they don't pick up small particles as well as an upright or canister vacuum and may also be unable to pick up dirt in the vicinity of thresholds and baseboards.

For most carpeted homes, a 2-in-1 robot mop/vacuum is the best option. You can exchange an empty bin for a moist mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop that can clean and mop simultaneously with circular pads spinning at 200 rotations a minute. It detects and lifts the pads when it comes into contact with carpet to prevent wetting the floor, and you do not need to take them off or replace them after every use. The Q Revo is also more efficient than other robot vacuums/mops when it comes to the absence of obstacles and in being close to carpets and thresholds.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another option worth considering. It performed well in our tests and you can set it up to schedule it to tidy your home while you are away. It can also be set to only mop and we were impressed by its excellent navigation on bare floors and rugs as well as its ability to get up and over furniture. 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 that is high-tech, the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop is a fantastic option. It has a large dock that can last for weeks without having to be empty. It also has impressive ability to navigate and auto-empty on carpets and floors with no floor. It also has a clever mapping system and can be set to only run during certain hours (a useful feature to stop the sly children and animals from running amok). The Shark has less suction power than other robot vacuum/mop combos, but its still very good at picking up hair and pet hair and is the best value among our top picks.

Ideal for Hard Floors

Robot vacuums are the best choice for floors made of hardwood, since they can maneuver through obstacles with ease without causing damage floors that aren't. They are capable of picking up dust and crumbs, but they are unable to deal with pet hair and other larger particles. They also lack the suction power of a high-end upright or canister vacuum, which is why they're not the best choice for carpeted rooms or deep cleaning upholstery.

The best two-in-one robots combine mopping and vacuum, taking care of an entire task in one sweep. Look for one that has an onboard sensor that detects any changes in the flooring and adjust suction accordingly. This feature is available on the ECOVACS Deebot T9+ and lets it effortlessly switch from hard carpeting to soft carpeting.

If your home is comprised of hardwood floors, consider an automated vacuum and mop combination like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model is a powerful robot vacuum with smart robot navigation to clean hardwood and other hard surfaces, and it can mop too. Its sensors allow it to avoid hazards such as stairs.

When it comes to mops, the Eufy S1 Pro is designed to actually wash hardwood floors with downward pressure rather than wipe them over to remove dust and dirt. The mop pads that are reusable reduce the amount of waste and spread germs less, and can be cleaned in the docking station, saving you time. The mop pads can also be cleaned and dried to avoid spreading mold.

Both the robovac and mop can be controlled by your smartphone to make it easier to manage the device. For instance, you can make use of the app to designate an area that the vacuum won't enter or mark rooms as separate or schedule cleaning sessions for certain areas. The eufy S1 Pro has an auto-emptying port that collects the debris via a trapdoor, and stores it into a bagless or disposable bin. This means that you won't have to empty the bin manually as often as other models.

Ideal for small Spaces

As the name suggests the robots are best designed for smaller areas. They have smaller bins that hold less garbage, and are more efficient than the larger models when it comes to maneuvering tight corners. They can also fit under furniture, whereas bigger robots struggle to reach. They tend to be cheaper than the pricier picks, as well, but you'll have to empty them manually from their dirt compartments at the end of each cleaning session.

A few years ago, robot vacuums went through a major change. Manufacturers started adding sensors that allowed them to navigate and avoid household items that their traditional sensors could be stuck on or across. These advances decreased the amount of times our testers had to clean up after a robotic snag whether it was a power cord, toy, or piece of pet waste.

The new sensors aren't completely eliminating all the issues that these devices have, however. The lower-end models are not able to tackle the same obstacles as the older models, and they need an adequate amount of light in order to see where they are moving. If you live in a dark house or have lots of low-profile furniture, consider buying a model that utilizes top-mounted spinning LIDAR units to map your space as our top overall and runner-up choices do. This will allow them to avoid stairs and other barriers while working in the dark.

These models can also be programmed to only use their cliff sensors only when they are on or near the ground, and not when they are above it. It is still recommended to shield any mirrors that might interfere with this function, though, as the laser used by a LIDAR-based model can bounce off reflective surfaces, causing the robot to think it is in another room.

Some of the models that we recommend will allow you to create virtual no-go areas for areas you don't want the robot to go to. This is helpful for those with small children or pets. Those features aren't available on all the models we've tested and recommend that you read our full reviews of the choices below before you make a purchase.