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Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

A robot vacuum is a great tool for maintaining a pure Clean robot Vacuum home. It can remove dust, pet hair, and other debris from the surface before it causes a bigger problem.

Certain robots can connect to smart assistants such as Alexa or Google Assistant to provide a hands-free experience. Find models that can be recharged and continue 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 features a superb navigation system that incorporates GPS and laser sensors. It also has many features and control options that can be accessed through the app. It has a handy feature which allows you to create cleaning zones in areas that require more attention, as well as Keep Out zones in areas you don't want it to be. It also receives software updates, just like all Roomba products, which improve the quality of the product over time.

It's costly but it's also among the most powerful robot vacuum advanced robot vacuums that ZDNet has evaluated. It comes with a powerful battery that can vacuum the entire house in less than two hours. It also switches between mopping and vacuuming at the touch of the button. And, unlike other self-emptying robots that require you to empty the trash bin after each run, it automatically empties into the larger waste container that is above its charging dock.

It also comes with a variety of other options, like intelligent obstacle avoidance that uses cameras in conjunction with processor-powered smarts in order to detect obstacles. It's rarely tripped up or stuck during a cleaning cycle. In my tests it was the most effective in avoiding objects such as power cables. It's not as precise in detecting pet waste or other hazards.

2. Eufy RoboVac Hybrid X8

While the Anker-owned Eufy has earned a name for itself in budget robot vacuums, it hasn't previously offered an all-in-one model that can also mop. The X8 Hybrid is a new model that comes with a variety of advanced features, and can compete with more expensive models.

Eufy's main selling point with the X8 is its laser navigation. The previous Eufy devices have constructed an outline of your home utilizing infrared sensors and bumping into objects but the X8's laser mapping system is more precise. It takes less time to create an extensive map of your home and can store multiple maps. This is great for multi-floored homes.

The X8 is a good vacuum cleaner on bare floors. It can easily sling debris under the side brushes and pure clean Robot vacuum into its 400ml dust bin. The tyres are adept at hugging edges and corners, even though they are circular. Our tests revealed that it was able to remove 90 percent of the fur on hard floors.

There's a mopping mode that uses the same water tank as the vacuuming one. While this is a good option for loose spills however, you aren't able to regulate the amount of water it consumes, which will limit its effectiveness when dealing with more serious stains. It does a good job in 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, stunning design and excellent navigation. However, it has some operational hiccups that prevent it from being ranked as the best overall smart robot vacuum.

Like the latest models from irobot vacuum like the RX2 features dual-sensor mapping which uses an LIDAR sensor to map an area and a pair of 3D scanning cameras that can detect and avoid obstacles (like furniture legs or pet waste) in real-time. Once the room is mapped the app allows you to designate virtual no-go zones and favorite sections that the robot will clean automatically. You can also alter the cleaning modes, start cleaning manually, or view live feeds of the cameras onboard from the main screen.

The RX2 is equipped with excellent sensors that can identify furniture and other obstructions immediately. The suction and sweeping power are top-notch and cleans up surface debris from carpets with medium piles and dust on floors with no floor. However, it's not exactly the most flexible robot available. It's not the best climber, and it has problems with transition strips made of metal.

Some people buy a robot vacuum to enjoy the convenience of setting up a schedule using an app and then forgetting about it for weeks at a time. It's crucial that a robot is able to do the job, so our ZDNet staff has tested and examined some of the most popular models to help you select the right one for your home.

4. Shark ION

This budget-friendly robovac looks just like your standard robot, however it's an upgrade in performance and features. Its smart mapping system generates 2D and 3-D maps of your house and uses them to navigate around and avoid obstacles. It's even able to spot common obstacles like furniture legs and power cords in real time. This combination of sensors together with a bump sensor, and an infrared drop sensor which keeps it away from the stairs is what makes it one of the fastest vacs we've tested.

It was able to climb over thick shag carpets and didn't get stuck (unlike the RoboVac 11s, or Roomba 690-). Its navigation abilities were also impressive and its overall score on carpet and bare floors beat out the competition. It picked up 98.5 percent of the surface pet hair and litter from our lab test samples.

The controls are more basic than those of the competition's. There is a cleaning button on the top and you can start it using the app or voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also schedule weekly or daily cleanings, create no-go zones, and look up its cleaning history. In a smart dark gray plastics, Ion feels sturdy and looks stylish in your home. The dust bin on the rear is accessible for emptying and removing the filter just as simple.

5. Eufy 11S

If you're looking to buy a basic low-cost robot vacuum at a low cost, the Eufy11S might be your best bet. It lacks some of the smart features, such as digital mapping and Alexa integration, which are found in higher-end models, however, if you don't require those functions you can save a little money with this model.

The robot is easy to set up and use. It does not require a smartphone application or Wi-Fi pairing. However, it does come with a remote control which lets you select between various modes and adjust the suction levels. You can also manually set the robotvac to an cleaning schedule.

During our tests, we discovered that the 11S was extremely efficient in getting pet fur and dirt from carpets with low pile and hard floors. Its slim profile allowed it to get under furniture and other items that some of the more bulkier robots couldn't reach. It was also able to easily traverse door thresholds and transition between floors and another.

Like other robots, the 11S is able to be able to suck up objects such as cords, drawstrings on hoodies, and cat toys. The manufacturer states that you can prevent this by keeping such objects off the floor and using the possibility of a cord organizer. It also suggests cleaning the dustbin periodically by replacing the filters and changing or washing the brushes as required.

6. IRobot Roomba 980

The Roomba 980 is iRobot's most popular robot vacuum. It's expensive however it's a top performer and arguably the most advanced robot vacuum available. Its self-navigating features and environmental mapping are something to behold. It is more sophisticated in its automation than its competitors, such as the ability to set up virtual boundary markers through its mobile app. Although the app isn't the most responsive and the 980 can spin a bit when rolling over cables, it's still a very capable robot vacuum.

We love the 980 because it uses its iAdapt2.0 navigation sensors as well as visual simultaneity mapping and localisation (or vSLAM) to remember your home's floor plan. It will then use this information to design an efficient and consistent cleaning path for each cycle. The result is cleaner floors and a cleaner vacuum than other high-end robot vacuums.

The 980's other features include dual multi-surface rubber brushes which grab dirt from carpet and hard floors, along with a spinning brush that sweeps debris into the robotic vacuum's bin. Its floor tracking sensor assists in navigating around furniture as well as along edges and steps. Cliff Detect prevents the Roomba from falling. It also automatically returns to the base station to allow for charging between sessions. Although the 980's battery lifespan and bin size aren't quite as impressive as other robot vacuums it's a reliable and solid machine that will keep your floors spotless for hours and hours.