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Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

A robot vacuum is a great device to keep a clean home. It will pick up pet hair, dust, and other particles on the surface.

Some robots are able to sync with smart assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant for a hands-free experience. Look for models that recharge and pick up the area they left.

1. iRobot s8

This smart robot mop and vacuum combo is an excellent option for households with a variety of. It is able to vacuum and mop well, has excellent navigation with both GPS and laser sensors, Local and offers a broad range of features and controls available via the app. It also has a handy feature which allows you to create Cleaning zones in areas that require extra attention, as well as Keep Out zones in areas where you don't want it to be. And, like all Roomba devices, it receives new software updates that make it even better over time.

It's expensive, but it's is also one of the most sophisticated robot vacuums ZDNet has ever tested. It's got a huge battery that can clean an entire home in less than two hours. It also switches between vacuuming and mopping at the push of the button. And unlike other self-emptying robots that require you to empty the dust bin after each run, it automatically empties into the larger waste container that is above its charging dock.

It's got a range of other features that make it an excellent choice for homes of all sizes that include intelligent obstacle avoidance, which uses the camera as well as processor-powered smarts to see obstacles. It rarely gets derailed or entrapped during cleaning, and it's the best at avoiding power cables and other objects I've tested. However, it isn't as reliable at detecting pet waste and other dangers.

2. Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid

Although Anker-owned Eufy has earned an impact in low-cost robot vacuums it's never 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 much more expensive models.

The most significant selling point for Eufy with this machine is its laser navigation. The X8 utilizes the laser mapping system, which is more accurate than the previous Eufy devices. It takes less time to build an extensive map of your home. It also has the ability to store multiple maps. This is great for homes with multiple floors.

The X8 is a decent vacuum cleaner for floors that are clean. It is able to easily throw debris under the side brushes and into the 400ml dustbin. The X8's tyres, despite having a circular shape, are adept at grabbing edges and corners. It's not the best cat litter eater, however as our tests show it only removes about 90% of the fur from hard floors.

The basic mopping mode utilizes the same reservoir of water as the vacuuming mode. While this is good for spills that aren't too big however, you aren't able to regulate the amount of water it is using, which will limit its effectiveness for more severe stains. It's effective at picking up pet hair. It has a higher percentage of hair removal than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

Awarded for its quiet and efficient home appliances, Miele's RX2 robot vacuum has excellent cleaning power, gorgeous design and excellent navigation. It has some oddities in its operation that prevent it from being considered the top smart robot vacuum.

The RX2 comes with a dual-sensor mapping technique that uses a LIDAR to map a room, and a pair 3D scanning cameras to detect and eliminating obstacles (such as furniture legs or pet waste). Once the room is mapped the app allows you to assign virtual no-go areas and preferred areas that the robot will clean automatically. You can also initiate cleaning manually or change the cleaning mode, view live feeds from the onboard cameras, and more from the main screen.

The RX2 has superior sensors that can detect furniture and other obstructions in a flash. The suction and sweeping power are top-of-the-line cleaning up surface debris from carpets with medium piles and dust on floors with no floor. It's not the fastest robotics on the market. It's not the best climber and has issues with transition strips made of steel.

A lot of people purchase a robotic vacuum to enjoy the convenience of setting up a schedule using an app and forgetting about it for weeks at a time. It's crucial that a machine can accomplish the task and that's the reason why our ZDNet staff looked over and tested a number of the most well-known models to help you choose the perfect one for your home.

4. shark robot vacuum mop ION

This budget robovac that looks like any other, but has a few more features and is more efficient. Its intelligent mapping system creates 3D and 2-D maps of your house and uses them to navigate around and stay clear of obstructions. It's even able to spot common obstructions such as 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 away from the stairs makes it one of our most agile vacuums.

In our tests, it effortlessly moved over large shag rug and didn't get stuck on them (like 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 and it took in 98.5 percent of surface pet hair and litter from our laboratory test samples.

The controls are less basic than the competitors. There is a cleaning button at the top, and you can start it by using the app or via voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also schedule weekly or daily cleanings, designate no-go zones and check its cleaning history. In a smart dark gray plastics, Ion feels sturdy and looks stylish in your home. Its rear dustbin is accessible for local emptying, and removing the filters is also simple.

5. Eufy 11S

Eufy 11S is a great option if you're looking for an automated vacuum cleaner that is simple and simple at a low cost. It lacks some of the advanced features, such as digital mapping and Alexa integration, found in more expensive models, however, if you don't require these functions, you can save a little money with this model.

The robot is simple to use and set up. It doesn't require smartphone application or Wi-Fi pairing. However it does include an remote control that lets you select between various modes and adjust the suction levels. It also allows you to manually send the robovac off on a scheduled cleaning.

In our tests, the 11S was very effective at removing pet hair and dirt from hard floors as well as in carpets with a low pile. Its slim profile made it possible to fit under furniture with low hanging and other items that some larger robots are unable to reach. It was able to go easily over thresholds of doors and move between floors of different types to another.

Like other robots, the 11S will be able to suck up objects such as cords, drawstrings on hoodies and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests that you keep these objects off the ground and using a cord organizer whenever possible. It also recommends cleaning the dustbin regularly, replacing the filters and changing or washing the brushes when needed.

iRobot Roomba 990

The Roomba is the flagship model of iRobot's robot vacuum. It's expensive but it's the most powerful robot vacuum you can buy. Its self-navigation and environmental mapping is something to behold. It is more sophisticated in its automation than its rivals, for instance the capability to set up virtual boundary markers through its mobile app. It's a capable robot vacuum, even if the app is a bit sluggish and the 980's wheels spin out when rolling over cables.

We really like the 980 because it uses its iAdapt2.0 navigation sensors and its visual simultaneity mapping and localisation (or vSLAM) to remember the floor local plan of your home. It uses this information to create a consistent and efficient cleaning path for each cycle. The result is cleaner floors and a cleaner vacuum than the majority of high-end robot vacuums.

The 980's other features include two multi-surface rubber brushes which pick up dirt from carpet and hard floors, along with a spinning brush that sweeps debris into the robotic vacuum's bin. Its floor tracking sensors aid it navigate between furniture and around edges, and Cliff Detect keeps the Roomba from falling down the stairs. It also automatically returns to its base station to ensure hassle-free recharging between sessions. While the 980's battery life and bin size aren't quite as impressive as some other robot vacuums, it's a sturdy and reliable machine that can keep your floors spotless for hours at a time.