Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

A robot vacuum is the best tool to maintain an orderly home. It will remove dust, pet hair, and other debris from the surface before it becomes a bigger problem.

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

1. iRobot S8

This smart robot vacuum and mop combination is a fantastic option for a wide range of homes. It has a great navigation system that includes GPS and laser sensors. It also has many features and control options that can be accessed through the app. It also has a handy feature which allows you to create cleaning zones in areas that require additional attention, as well as Keep Out zones in areas you don't want it to be. It also receives software updates, like the other Roomba products, which enhance it over time.

It's costly, but it's also among the most advanced robot vacuums ZDNet has evaluated. It comes with a powerful battery that can clean an entire home in less than two hours. It also switches between mopping and vacuuming with the press of a button. It automatically emptys the trash bin that is above its charging station, in contrast to other self emptying robots which require you to empty it after each run.

It's got a range of other features that make it an excellent option for most homes that include intelligent obstacle avoidance, which uses the camera as well as processor-powered intelligents to identify obstacles. It is rarely derailed or stuck during a cleaning cycle. In my tests it was the most effective at avoiding objects such as power cables. It's not as precise at detecting pet waste or other dangers.

2. Eufy RoboVac Hybrid X8

While the Anker-owned Eufy has made a name for itself in the field of low-cost robot vacuums, it's never offered an all-in-one model which can also mop. The X8 Hybrid is a new model that offers a range of advanced features, and can compete with much more expensive models.

The laser navigation system is the primary selling point of this machine. The previous Eufy devices have constructed a rough map of your home utilizing infrared sensors and bumping into things, but the X8's laser mapping technology is more precise. It also takes a lot less time to create an accurate map of your home and can store multiple maps, which is ideal for multi-floor homes.

The X8 is still a good vacuum for floors that are not clean that can carry debris under its side brushes and into its 400ml dust bin with ease. The Tyres of the X8, despite their circular shape, are good at grabbing corners and edges. Our tests showed that it was able to remove 90 percent of the fur on hard floors.

There's a mopping mode which uses the same water tank as the vacuuming one. While this is a good option for loose spills, you can't regulate the amount of water it uses which can limit its effectiveness on more severe staining. It is effective of removing hair from pets. It has a higher pick-up rate than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

Known for quietly effective home appliances Miele's RX2 robot vacuum has excellent cleaning power, gorgeous design and excellent navigation. But it has a few operational oddities which prevent it from being considered as the best overall smart robot vacuum.

Like the latest models from iRobot and models, smart robot vacuum the RX2 has a dual-sensor mapping system that utilizes an LIDAR sensor to map a room and a pair of 3D scanning cameras to identify and avoid obstacles (like furniture legs or pet waste) in real time. Once mapped the app allows you to create virtual no-go zones as well as favorite sections that the robot will clean automatically. You can also manually change cleaning modes, initiate cleaning manually or watch live feeds of the onboard cameras from the main screen.

The RX2's sensors are effective, registering furniture and other obstructions in real-time. The suction and sweeping abilities are excellent, removing surface litter from carpets with medium pile as well as dust that has been deposited on floors. It's not the fastest robotics on the market. It's not the best climber and has issues with transition strips made of steel.

Many people purchase robot vacuums because of the ease of setting up a schedule in an app, and then forgetting about them for weeks. But it's important that a robot can accomplish the task and that's the reason our ZDNet staff tested and reviewed several of the most powerful robot vacuum popular models to help you select the best one for your home.

4. Shark ION

This budget robovac that is similar to other, but has a few more features and better performance. Its smart mapping system generates 3D and 2D maps of your home and uses them to navigate around obstacles and avoid them. It can even detect common obstacles like furniture legs and power cords in real-time. This combination of sensors along with a bump detector, and an infrared sensor that keeps the vacuum from stepping on steps makes it one our most flexible vacuums.

In our tests, it was able to climbed over thick shag rug and didn't end up stuck on them (like the RoboVac 11s or Roomba 690). Its navigation abilities were also impressive. Its composite score for carpet and bare flooring was higher than the competition, and it was able to pick up 98.5 percent of the dirt and embedded dog hair that we tested in our lab samples.

The controls are more basic than competitors. There's an uniform cleaning button on the top and you can launch it via the app or by voice commands using Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also schedule weekly or daily cleanings, designate no-go zones and view its history of cleaning. Ion is clad in a smart dark gray plastic that is both attractive and attractive 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 simple low-cost robot vacuum at a low cost, the Eufy11S might be your best bet. It's not equipped with some advanced features like Alexa integration and digital mapping that are found in higher-end models. If you don't need these functions, you can save money.

The robot is easy to install and use. It does not require a smartphone application or Wi-Fi pairing. However it does come with the remote control that lets you choose between different modes and alter the suction level. It also lets you manually take the robovac off during scheduled cleaning.

In our tests, the 11S was extremely efficient in cleaning pet hair and dirt from hard floors and low-pile carpets. Its slim profile made it possible to get under low-hanging furniture and other items that some bulkier robots could not reach. It could also easily pass over doorway thresholds and move between floors and another.

The 11S, as with other robots, will also eat certain objects, like cords and cat toys. The manufacturer states that you can avoid this by keeping such objects off the floor and using a cord organizer if possible. It also suggests cleaning the dustbin on a regular basis replacing the filters, and changing or washing the brushes as required.

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 as well as environmental mapping is something to behold. It is more sophisticated in its automation than its rivals, for instance the ability to create virtual boundary markers through its mobile application. While its application is a bit slow and the 980 can spin out a bit while rolling over cables, it's still an extremely efficient robot vacuum.

We really like the 980, because it makes use of its iAdapt2.0 navigation sensors and its visual simultaneity localisation and mapping (or vSLAM), to memorise your home's floor plan. It will use this information to create a consistent and efficient cleaning path for each cycle. The result is cleaner floors and a more efficient vacuum than most high-end robots.

Other features of the 980 include dual multi-surface brushes which grab dirt on carpets and hard floors, as well as an ejector brush that spins to sweep debris into the robotic vacuum’s bin. Its floor tracking sensors aid it navigate around furniture and along edges, and Cliff Detect prevents the Roomba from falling down stairs. It will automatically return to its base station for easy recharges between sessions. Although the 980's battery life and bin size aren't quite as good as those of other robot vacuums it's a sturdy and reliable machine that will keep your floors spotless for hours on end.