Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos
Robots aren’t as good at removing particles such as metal screws or pieces of pasta. However, they are amazing at cleaning pet hair, dust and food particles. The best models have intelligent navigation technology and object avoidance capabilities that help them maneuver around cords, toys and other household obstacles.
1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO
The iRobot Roomba i3+ is an excellent robot vacuum that has several smart features that make it easier to maintain. The automatic bin emptying feature is among the most impressive features we’ve encountered in a robotic floor vacuums vacuum. It works well on both carpets and hard floors. The app will guide you through the entire process. It is also easy to use and set up. Another feature that is impressive is the ability to go back to the spot where it was when we tested it. It did this for 77 minutes in one cleaning, before running out of battery.
Unlike some of the other robovacs we’ve test, the i3+ EVO comes with self-emptying bins that dump debris into an external dirt compartment on the base of its charging when it’s full. The i3+ EVO can be prevented from overfilling thanks to a self-emptying container. However, it must still be emptied manually at the end of each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO’s internal dust bin can hold 2.4L of trash and is more than enough to get it through several cleaning sessions before needing to replace it.
Like the i7, utilizes state-of-the-art floor-tracking sensors to create maps. It also lets you navigate through neat rows. The i3+ EVO can only keep one map, whereas the i7 is able to store multiple. The i7 can also make use of its map to create no-go zones as well as virtual barriers, however the i3+ EVO can’t.
Although the i3+ EVO is more effective in picking up surface debris than some of the other robovacs we reviewed but it’s not the best robot vacuum under 200 in terms of cleaning corners and edges. It’s also more abrasive on furniture, despite being remarkably quiet. It pushed chairs away from walls and made some collisions with the sides of our test bed, and was stuck to cords and toys during testing.
2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro
Whether you’re expanding your robot cleaner commercial vacuum collection or are just starting out with the Q5 Pro is a great option. It features an elegant design, powerful navigation, and efficient automation at a low cost. It’s the best model for the money available currently and is even better than the Roborock models that are more expensive in many ways.
This robot is fantastic at cleaning floors that are bare and its avoidance technology helps it to steer clear of furniture legs or other obstacles. It also does well on carpets and gets the top score in our navigation tests. The only snag is that it’s more raucous than the other models we test and it doesn’t do as well in our owners satisfaction and predicted reliability tests.
The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust container of 770ml, which means that you won’t need to empty it as often as other 2-in-1 robots. The Q5 Pro’s 240-minute running time is also a lot when in comparison to other 2-in-1 robots we tested. If the battery is low, it will automatically return to its dock, where it recharges and then resumes cleaning where it left off. You can control the Q5 Pro using the app or voice commands via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
This is the first robot we’ve seen that incorporates 3D mapping. This, along with other innovations made it perform extremely well in our tests of vacuuming and mopping tests. It is possible to schedule cleanings and set up no-go zones. You can also see the status of your battery. The app is simple to use, but it does not support Apple HomeKit. The feature is scheduled to be added in 2025. Apple updated its website’s footnote in November of this year to reflect the fact that the feature was delayed until 2025. HomeKit isn’t compatible with several other robots, but Siri Shortcuts are.
3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus
The TP-Link Tapo R30 Plus robot vacuum cleaner is an excellent option if you’re looking for a robot that is able to mop and is priced reasonably. It has a stylish design and amazing features for the price. You can control it using the buttons on the device using the app, or even using voice commands. The device is powered by batteries and the vacuum container can automatically empty itself.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus does a great job at vacuuming standard messes and is suitable for light mopping on hard floors. It comes with a replacement sweeping brush and mopping cloth, aswell as an HEPA-filter. It can be paired with a smart home hub like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for easy voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus is easy to install and can be connected to a range of floor surfaces using the automatic mode. This ensures the most effective cleaning results for each floor and room.
Three cleaning modes are available to suit your requirements. The vacuuming mode is a thorough cleaning of the room. It makes use of the smart sensor to identify edges, stairs, furniture and other obstacles. The mopping feature can be utilized to automatically clean your floor or to get rid of stubborn liquid spills and stains. You can combine the two functions to get a thorough and deep cleaning.
With a powerful suction, and 3 settings for dry mopping, the TP-Link RV30 Plus effortlessly removes dust, pet hair and other crumbs from all flooring types. The device can clean carpets without damaging the material due to specially-designed mops.
During the first mapping run the TP-Link RV30 Plus scans and saves the layout of your home by using its LiDAR and Gyro dual navigation system. The map can be edited in the app and you can join or split rooms as you prefer. You can also create virtual walls and no-go zones to prevent the RV30 Plus from wandering into areas that you don’t want to access.
4. Eufy iMop
The Eufy iMop robot vacuum and mop is among the best automatic floor cleaner full-featured robots for hard flooring. It comes with a cutting-edge mapping system that maps your home even across multiple floors. And the well-designed base station nearly completely automates the cleaning process. It also offers impressive 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 coverage and navigation. It also did a great job avoiding obstacles like furniture. It also finds its way to the base station in case it is unable to recharge its batteries during a cleaning session.
The spot cleaning mode lets you to clean a specific space on your floor. It can also be programmed to follow a certain route. This is a great option if you have narrow stairs or hallways. It was capable of cleaning carpets in our carpet cleaning evaluation, but it struggled with higher pile carpets and rug. It can also be set to automatically lift the mop pad when it encounters carpet, which is a wonderful feature to avoid mowing your carpets.
The iMop comes with an onboard dustbin as well as a water tank that empties at the end each cleaning session. The dust bin can hold up to 2.5 liters and needs to be empty every two cleaning cycles. The water tank can handle more than a dozen mopping sessions before running out. The iMop is much easier to clean and maintain than a typical Robot Cleaner (Cchrm.Cch.Org.Tw), which could be a major benefit for busy households.
The mobile app for iMop is simple to use and comes with a variety of options for configuration. It comes with a variety of suction modes, mopping settings, and scheduling. It allows you to create virtual walls, no-go zones and other restrictions to ensure that the robot doesn’t wander off into prohibited areas. The app also allows access to the iMop status and error messages.