Vacuuming With a Robot Hoover is the Best Hands-Off Model We've Tested

This high-end Eufy bot is the best hands-off model we've test so far. It vacuums, mops, self-empties its bin, washes and dries mop pads without you having to do anything.

It doesn't have advanced cleaning modes or a more powerful docking system, but it provides stellar performance at less than half the cost of the top robotic vacuums. It also has a compact design that can be able to reach under furniture.

Vacuuming

Vacuuming with a robot is a simple, quick method to keep your floors clean and tidy. A majority of the robots featured that we have selected are built to function without your involvement, so you can schedule them to run while you're out or trigger cleaning sessions using your phone. You'll need to choose one that has excellent navigation and object detection in order to avoid getting stuck in furniture or on the stairs.

It is crucial to select the best robot vacuum that is able to effectively and efficiently clean all kinds of flooring. Find a model with a a dustbin that is able to hold plenty of dirt between emptying and the nozzle does not lose suction as it rotates to take debris.

Most robots require little to any maintenance, other than taking out tangled fur from the rotating brush after every cleaning session (and wiping its camera or sensors as needed) and then periodically emptying the bin, or using the robot's self-emptying base. If you follow these easy steps to maintain your robot, the vacuum will last as long as regular vacuums and keep your home cleaner for longer.

While robot mops tend to be less versatile than their vacuuming counterparts, some have the added capability of absorbing spills and puddles while they're working. The iLife V3s Pro is an example of such a machine, which is a great option for those with wood floors or a mix of carpets and rugs. It's quiet and has solid navigation capabilities that helped it avoid obstacles during testing, and the charging dock doubles as a trash can.

Pick a robot vacuum cleaner that has the ability to mop at the same time. Karcher's RCV 5 can do that, and also has other features that are beneficial, such as live cameras that sends a blurry image to your app, so that you can keep an eye on your pet or kids and a remote control that's easily programmable. Its navigation may not be as efficient as the other models on this list, but its 500ml dustbin is spacious and doesn't need frequent emptying.

Mopping

Robots that vacuum and mop are a fairly new addition to the market. They are more expensive and require a separate tank of water compared to standalone robots. However, they might be worth the cost for those with hard-to-clean stains clean or pets.

The best robots that vacuum and mop can also do an excellent job at cleaning bare floors and carpets. There are many brands that offer robots that can do both jobs exceptionally well. The Combo J9+, as an instance, is among the best mopping robots we've tested. It has an impressively large dock that can hold up to 60 days worth of dirt. This is a huge improvement over the Qrevo Pro which ran out water after only mopping 30 days of dirt during our tests.

The Tapo RV30 plus from networking giant TP-Link is a good two-in-one. It's compact quiet and has a neat, fuss-free look. In our test rooms, it cleans the floors quickly and thoroughly - it was particularly effective in cleaning rugs. However, it required several runs to clean certain areas of wood that were stained. Its LIDAR navigation system performs well, avoiding bumps into furniture or crossing power cords.

It's a little slow on the stairs but that's expected from a compact robot that is designed to work around obstacles. The only issue is that its mopping pads can be difficult to attach and didn't stay put during our tests, and it isn't equipped to deal with dirt that has dried and makes it more like a vacuum cleaner rather than a full-fledged robot mop.


Despite these shortcomings however, it's a great option for those looking for an easy-to-clean experience. It can handle bare and low-pile carpets with equal competence. It has a decent amount of suction that helped it pick up fine dust from carpets and pet hair. Automatic carpet recognition is a wonderful feature because it boosts the vacuuming power to take on dirt that is embedded. It is easy to use and the charging dock automatically empty the bin when it's full. This is a fantastic feature for apartment dwellers.

Cleaning apps

Nearly every robot vacuum mop, sweeper, or mop comes with an application that lets you modify cleaning routines, choose rooms to clean, schedule cleaning sessions, and change settings such as suction, water level, and scrub power. Some robots provide intelligent dirt detection that utilizes map data and past cleaning data to determine the most soiled areas.

A smartphone app can also allow you to create virtual barriers and no-go zones to protect your robot from potentially hazardous items like cords, pet water bowls, and sharp objects. Some models allow you to create these virtual barriers with laser navigation sensors, and others have small physical boundaries or barriers that which you can put wherever you'd like to block the floor space.

There are still robotic vacuum cleaner Robot Vacuum Mops to be aware of, even though the top robot vacuums can detect and avoid obstacles. For example, a robot's main brush can get stuck on long curtains or cords and stop the machine from running. You can prevent this from happening by clearing the area of all cords and tie up any curtains that are long prior to running your robot.

Certain robots automatically update their software which manages the algorithm for navigation and obstacle avoidance. This enhances performance and reduces wear and tear on the robot's internal parts. It is recommended to check regularly the manufacturer's website or the app of your robot for updates to the firmware.

If you have a large home, you should consider a model with multiple cleaning modes. The iRobot Roomba 11S Max can mop and vacuum on hard and carpeted floors using different suction settings. It can also switch automatically to the power setting to the highest level when cleaning carpets and increase its scrubbing strength by using SmartScrub.

If you want to be hands-off, a robot with the ability to speak to a voice-activated assistant is a great option. The iRobot Roomba 980 can be operated by Alexa, Siri or Google Assistant. It is equipped with a compact self-emptying docking system as well as a powerful cleaning motor that makes your floors sparkling.