Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

The best robot hoover method to keep your home clean is to use a robot cleaner with mop vacuum. It will remove dust, pet hair, and other debris from the surface before it becomes a larger problem.

Some robots sync with smart assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant for a hands-free experience. Find models that are rechargeable and continue cleaning where they left off.

1. iRobot S8

This smart robot mop and vacuum is a fantastic choice for many households. It features a superb navigation system that includes GPS and laser sensors. It also comes with many features and controls that are accessible through the app. It also has a handy feature that lets you create cleaning zones in areas that require additional attention, and Keep Out zones in areas you don't want it to be. Like all Roomba devices, it is updated with new software updates that make it better over time.

It's costly however, it's also among the most advanced robot vacuums that ZDNet has tested. It has a high-powered battery that can clean a large home in under two hours. Additionally, it can switch between mopping and vacuuming by pressing one button. And unlike other self-emptying robots that require you to empty the trash bin after each run, this one automatically emptys into an even larger waste container on top of its charging dock.

It comes with a variety of other features that make it a great option for most homes that include intelligent obstacle avoidance, which uses the camera as well as processor-powered smarts to see obstacles. It is rarely derailed or stuck during a cleaning cycle. 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

Eufy is owned by Anker is now an established brand in the world of robots that are budget-friendly vacuums. But it didn't provide the option of a model that could mop. The X8 Hybrid is a new model that offers a range of features that are advanced and is able to compete with more expensive models.

The laser navigation system is the most important feature of this machine. Previous Eufy devices have created a rough map of your home utilizing infrared sensors and bumping into objects, but the X8's laser mapping technology is far more precise. It takes less time to create a comprehensive map of your home. It can also store multiple maps. This is ideal for homes with multiple floors.

The X8 is still a decent vacuum for floors that are not clean and can sling debris over its side brushes and self Vacuum into its 400ml dust bin with ease. The X8's tyres, despite having a circular shape, are adept at grabbing edges and corners. It's not a fantastic cat litter scooper, however our tests have shown it is able to remove around 90% of the fur from hard floors.

The basic mopping mode utilizes the same water reservoir as the vacuuming mode. While this is great for spills that are not too large however, you aren't able to limit the amount of water it is using which can limit its effectiveness when dealing with more serious stains. However, it does an excellent job of removing pet hair, with a better speed of pickup than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

Known for quietly effective home appliances, Miele's RX2 robot vacuum comes with outstanding cleaning power, stunning design and great navigation. It has some oddities in its operation that prevent it from being considered the top smart robot vacuum.

The RX2 is equipped with a dual-sensor mapping system that makes use of LIDAR to map the space as well as a pair of 3D scanning cameras to detect and avoiding obstacles (such as furniture legs or pet waste). After the room has been identified, you can assign virtual no go areas and preferred sections to the robot. You can also initiate an automatic clean or manually change the cleaning mode, watch a live feed from the onboard cameras and more from the main screen.

The RX2 has superior sensors that detect furniture and other obstructions instantly. The suction and sweeping power are top-notch, picking up surface litter from medium-pile carpeting and embedded dust on floors with no floor. However, it's not the most efficient robot available. Like many others it's not a great climber and has trouble with things like thresholds made of steel transition strips.

Some people buy a robot vacuum for the hands-off convenience of setting a schedule on an app and not thinking about it for weeks at a time. It's crucial that a robot is able to do the job, so our ZDNet staff has compared and examined some of the most popular models in order to help you pick the best one for your house.

4. Shark ION

This budget robovac looks just like your typical robot but it's an upgrade in performance and features. Its intelligent mapping system creates 3D and 2-D maps of your home and uses to navigate and avoid obstructions. It's also able to detect common obstructions such as furniture legs and power cords in real-time. This combination of sensors along with a bump sensor, and an infrared drop sensor which keeps it off the stairs, makes it one of the most agile vacuums we've tried.

It was able to climb over thick shag carpets and did not get stuck (unlike the RoboVac 11s or Roomba 690-). Its navigation skills were also impressive as its score for composite tests on carpet and bare floors was better than the competition, and it took in 98.5 percent of surface pet hair and litter from our lab test samples.

Its controls are a bit more basic than competitors. There's an uniform cleaning button on the top and you can access it via the app or via voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also set a schedule for daily or weekly cleans, create areas that are not allowed to be cleaned, and check the history of its cleaning. Ion is clad in a sophisticated dark gray plastic that looks and feels appealing in your home. Its rear dustbin is easily accessible for emptying, and removing the filters is also simple.

5. Eufy 11S

If you're looking for a basic, no-frills robot vacuum at a low cost, the Eufy 11S could be a good choice. The model isn't equipped with smart features like Alexa integration and digital mapping, which are available in more expensive models. If you don't require these functions, you can save money.

The robot is easy to setup and use. It does not require a smartphone application or Wi-Fi pairing. However it does include an remote control that allows you to choose between different modes and alter the suction levels. It also allows you to manually turn off the robovac on a scheduled cleaning.

In our tests, we discovered that the 11S was extremely effective at getting dirt and fur from hard floors and low-pile carpets. Its slim profile allowed it to fit under furniture with low hanging and other items that some larger robots are unable to reach. It was also able to easily traverse door thresholds and change between floors and another.

The 11S, like other robots, can also eat some objects, such as cords and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests that you prevent this from happening by keeping these objects off the ground and using a cord organizer when you can. It also suggests cleaning the dustbin regularly replacing the filters, and washing or changing the brushes as needed.

6. IRobot Roomba 980

The Roomba 980 is iRobot's flagship robot vacuum. It's costly, but it's the best robot vacuum you can purchase. Its self navigation and environmental mapping are truly a marvel to behold. It has more advanced automation than the majority of its competitors, including the ability to set up virtual boundary markers with its mobile app. While its application is a bit slow and the 980 may spin out a bit when crossing cables, it's an extremely efficient robot vacuum.

One thing we really like about the 980 is the fact that it utilizes its iAdapt 2.0 navigation sensors and visual simultaneous localisation and mapping technology (or vSLAM) to store the floor plan of your home. It then uses the information to create a consistent and efficient cleaning path for every cycle. The result is cleaner floors and a more efficient robot vacuum than most high-end robots.

The 980's other features include dual multi-surface rubber brushes which grab dirt from carpets and hard floors, along with an ejector brush that moves debris into the robotic vacuum's bin. Its floor tracking sensors help it navigate between furniture and around edges, while Cliff Detect prevents the Roomba from falling down the stairs. It also automatically returns to the base station to allow for recharges between sessions. Although the 980's battery lifespan and bin size isn't as efficient as some other robot vacuums, it's a reliable and solid machine that will keep your floors spotless for hours and hours.