Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

Robots aren't as good at picking up debris like screws made of metal or pasta pieces. But they're amazing at sweeping dust, pet hair, and dust. The best models are equipped with intelligent navigation systems, which can help them avoid cords, toys, and other obstacles in the household.

1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The iRobot Roomba i3+ is an excellent robot vacuum that comes with several smart features that make it easier to maintain. The automatic bin emptying feature is among the most impressive features we've seen in a robot vacuum. It's great on both carpets and hard floors. The app will guide you through the entire process. It's also easy to use and set up. Its ability to resumptuate where it left off in our tests is a great feature. It was able to do this for 77 minute on one cleaning, before the battery died.

In contrast to other robovacs we tested, the i3+ EVO comes with an automatic emptying bin that dumps debris into an external dirt compartment on the base of its charging when it's filled. The i3+ EVO can be prevented from overfilling thanks to a self-emptying container. However it must be emptied manually at the end of each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO dustbin can hold 2.4L which is enough to last through four to five cleaning sessions.

This model, like the i7, utilizes state-of-the-art floor-tracking sensors to produce maps. It also allows you to navigate in neat rows. The i3+ EVO can only keep one map, whereas the i7 can store multiple. The i7 can also utilize its map to create no-go zones and virtual barriers, however the i3+ EVO can't.

Although the i3+ EVO is better in removing debris on surfaces than the other robovacs that we tested, it's not the best for cleaning edges and corners. It's also a bit less gentle on furniture, despite being surprisingly quiet. It was a bit rough on furniture, as it moved chairs away. It also caused collisions with the sides of the bed.

2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro

The Q5 Pro is an excellent choice, whether you are expanding your collection of robot vacuums or are just beginning to get started. It packs powerful power, smart navigation and a user-friendly automation into a sleek and stylish design at an affordable price. It's the most affordable model for the money available at the moment, and it even matches other Roborock models which are more expensive in many ways.

This robot does a fantastic job of cleaning floors with no dust, and its avoidance technology assists it in avoiding furniture legs and other obstacles. It also performs well on carpets, and earns the highest score on our tests of navigation. The only drawback is that it's noisier than many other models we test and it doesn't do as well in our owners satisfaction or predicted reliability tests.


The Q5 Pro has a very large dust bin of 770ml which means you won't need to empty it as often as some other 2-in-1 robots. The Q5 Pro's 240-minute run time is also impressive when contrasted with other 2-in-1 robots we tested. When the battery is low, it automatically returns to its dock where it recharges before resuming cleaning from where it began. You can manage the Q5 Pro using the app or voice commands using Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

This is among the first robots we've seen to incorporate 3D mapping. This along with other advancements made it perform extremely well in our vacuuming tests and mopping test. It is possible to schedule cleanings and set up no-go zones. You can also check the battery's status. The app is easy to use, but it isn't compatible with Apple HomeKit and that feature is slated to be added by 2025. As of the beginning of November, Apple has updated a footnote on its website to reflect that this feature will be delayed until 2025. Some other robots won't work with HomeKit, but many of them work with Siri Shortcuts.

3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus

If you want a robot vacuum cleaner that can also mop, and is a great value, the TP Link Tapo RV30 Plus is the best choice. It comes with a plethora of features at a reasonable price and features a stylish design. It can be controlled using the buttons on the machine, via the app or even using voice commands. The device is powered by batteries and the vacuum can automatically empty itself.

The TP-Link RV30 Plus is a ideal vacuum cleaner for everyday mess. It can also be used to mop lightly on hard floors. It comes with a replacement sweeping brush and mopping cloth as well being an HEPA-filter. It can be used in conjunction with a smart home hub such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for easy voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus can be easily set up, and connect to different floor surfaces with the automatic mode. This will ensure the most effective cleaning results for each room and floor type.

Three cleaning modes are available to meet your requirements. The vacuuming mode uses the intelligent sensor to detect of obstacles like furniture, stairs edges, and stairs. The mopping feature can be utilized to automatically clean the floor or to remove stubborn stains and liquid spills. Another option lets you to combine the two modes to provide a more thorough and thorough cleaning.

The TP Link RV30 Plus features powerful suction, three settings for dry mopping and can quickly remove dust, pet hairs, crumbs, and other debris from floors of any kind. The device can even clean carpets without damaging them due to the specially designed mop.

In its first mapping run, TP-Link RV30 Plus scans your home and stores it by using its dual navigation system, which consists of LiDAR and Gyro. The map can be edited using the app and you can combine or divide rooms however you'd like. You can also set up no-go zones and virtual walls to prevent the RV30 Plus from entering areas you don't want to enter.

4. Eufy iMop

The Eufy iMop robot vacuum and mop is among the best full-featured robots for hard flooring. It comes with a cutting-edge mapping system that can map your home across several floors. The extremely well-designed base station virtually automates the cleaning process. It offers excellent obstacle avoidance and navigation.

This model uses an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to map your home and design efficient cleaning routes. The iMop was highly rated for its accuracy and navigation. robotic vacuum cleaner did a great job of avoiding obstacles such as furniture. It also finds its way back to the base station if it runs out of batteries during a cleaning session.

The spot cleaning mode lets you to clean a particular area on your floor. And it can be manually programmed to follow a specific route, which is helpful for narrow hallways or stairs. In our carpet cleaning test, it did a good job cleaning carpets. However, it struggled to clean rugs and carpets with larger piles. It can also be set to automatically raise the mop pad whenever it comes in contact with carpet. This is a great feature if you want to not mop your carpets.

The iMop comes with an onboard dust bin and an water tank that is filled and refilled at the end of each cleaning session. The dust bin onboard can hold up to 2.5 liters and needs to be emptied every two cleaning cycles. The water tank can withstand up to a dozen mopping cycles before it runs dry. The iMop requires less maintenance and cleaning than an average robot vacuum, which can be a major selling point for busy families.

The iMop smartphone app is user-friendly and has a lot of configuration options. It offers multiple suction modes, mopping settings and also scheduling. It allows you to set up virtual walls, no-go zones and other limitations to ensure that your robot doesn't wander off into forbidden areas. The app also gives access to the iMop status and warnings about errors.