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Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

The best way to keep your home tidy is to use a robotic vacuum. It can remove pet hair, dust 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. Look for models that can recharge and then resume cleaning where they left off.

1. iRobot s8

This smart robot vacuum and mop is a fantastic option for homes with a variety of. It is able to vacuum and mop well, has excellent navigation with both GPS and laser sensors, and comes with a variety of features and controls that are available via the app. It comes with a useful feature that lets you create Cleaning zones in areas that require more attention, as well as Keep Out zones in areas that you don't want it to be. It also receives software updates, similar to all Roomba products, that improve the quality of the product over time.

It's expensive but also one of the most sophisticated robot vacuums ZDNet has ever tested. It's equipped with a powerful battery that can vacuum an entire home in less than two hours. It can switch between mopping and vacuuming with the press of a button. It automatically emptys the dust bin above its charging station, in contrast to other self emptying robots which require you to empty the bin after every run.

It also has a number of other features, such as intelligent obstacle avoidance that uses cameras and processor-powered smarts in order to detect obstacles. It isn't often entangled or trapped during a cleaning cycle and is the best in avoiding power cables and other objects I've tested. It's not as precise in detecting pet waste or other hazards.

2. Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid

Eufy, owned by Anker, has become a household name in the world of low-cost robot vacuums. However, it didn't offer an option to mop. That's changed with the X8 Hybrid, which has an impressive set of modern features and is able to compete against much more expensive models.

The most significant selling point for Eufy with the X8 is its laser navigation. Previous Eufy devices have constructed a rough map of your home utilizing infrared sensors and bumping into objects however the X8's laser mapping system is far more precise. It takes less time to build a comprehensive map of your home. It also has the ability to store multiple maps. This is ideal for multi-floored homes.

The X8 is still a good vacuum on floors with no dust, slinging debris under its side brushes and into the 400ml dust bin with ease. The X8's tyres, despite having a circular shape, are very efficient at grabbing corners and edges. It's not a great kitty litter eater, however our tests have shown it only removes about 90 percent of the fur off hard floors.

There's a basic mopping mode that utilizes the same water tank as the vacuuming one. While this is a good option for spills that aren't too big, you can't control how much water it uses and this will reduce its effectiveness when dealing with more severe stains. However, it does an excellent job of removing pet hair, and has a higher speed of pickup than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

Known for quietly effective home appliances, Miele's RX2 robot vacuum is a great choice because of its cleaning power, gorgeous design and excellent navigation. It has a few oddities in its operation that prevent it from being considered the best smart robot vacuum.

Like iRobot's latest models, the RX2 has dual-sensor mapping that utilizes an LIDAR sensor to map out an area and three 3D scanning cameras that can detect and avoid obstacles (like furniture legs or pet waste) in real-time. Once mapped, the app lets you assign virtual no-go areas and preferred areas that the robot will clean automatically. You can also start cleaning manually or change the cleaning mode, view live feeds from the cameras onboard and more on the main screen.

The RX2 has superior sensors that can detect furniture and other obstructions instantly. Its sweeping and suction power are top-notch cleaning up surface debris from carpets with medium piles and dust in bare floors. But it's not the most flexible robot available. Like many other robots it's not a very good climber and has issues with things like thresholds made of steel transition strips.

Some people buy a robot Vacuum Mops for the hands-off convenience of setting a schedule on an app and forgetting about it for weeks at an time. It's crucial that a robot can do the job and that's the reason our ZDNet staff tested and reviewed several of the most well-known models to help you select the perfect one for your home.

4. Shark ION

This budget robot is just like your standard robot, however it's an upgrade in terms of performance and features. Its smart mapping system generates 3D and 2D maps of your home and uses them to avoid obstacles and navigate. It's also able to detect common obstacles like furniture legs and power cords in real time. The combination of sensors with a bump detector and an infrared sensor that keeps the vacuum from stepping on steps makes it one our most flexible vacuums.

It was able to climb over thick shag carpets and was not stuck (unlike the RoboVac 11s, or Roomba 690-). Its navigational skills were impressive as well and its overall score on carpet and bare floors was better than the competition and it was able to pick up 98.5 percent of surface litter and embedded pet hair from our laboratory test samples.

The controls are less basic than the competitors. There's a cleaning button at the top and you can choose to start it by using the app or via voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also create a schedule for daily or weekly cleans, set no-go zones, and view its history of cleaning. In a smart dark gray plastics, Ion feels sturdy and looks stylish in your home. Its rear dust bin is easy to access for emptying and removing the filter is equally easy.

5. Eufy 11S

Eufy 11S is an excellent option for those looking for an automated vacuum cleaner that is simple and simple at a low cost. It doesn't have many of the smart features, such as digital mapping and Alexa integration, found in higher-end models but if you don't need these functions, you can save a little money with this model.

This robot is easy to use and set up. It does not require a smartphone application or Wi-Fi pairing. However it does include an remote control that lets you select between different modes and adjust suction level. You can also manually set the robotvac to a cleaning schedule.

In our tests, we discovered that the 11S was extremely efficient at getting dirt and pet fur from hard floors and low-pile carpets. Its slim profile allowed it to get under furniture and other low items that larger robots could not reach. It was able to go easily over thresholds of doors and transition from one type of floor to another.

Like other robots, the 11S can suck up some objects, such as cords drawstrings on hoodies and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests that you can prevent this from happening by keeping these objects off the ground and using a cord organizer when you can. It also recommends that you regularly clean the dustbin, change the filters, and wash or change the brushes as necessary.

iRobot Roomba 990

The Roomba is iRobot's flagship robot vacuum. It's expensive, but it's an excellent performer and, in some ways, the most advanced robot vacuum you can buy. 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 capability to set up virtual boundary markers through its mobile application. It's a powerful robot vacuum, even if its application is a bit slow and the 980 spins when it is pushed over cables.

One thing we really like about the 980 is that it makes use of its iAdapt 2.0 navigation sensors as well as visual simultaneous mapping and localisation technology (or vSLAM) to store the floor plan of your home. It uses this information to create a consistent, efficient cleaning path in every cycle. The result is cleaner floors and a more efficient vacuum than most competing high-end robot vacuums.

Other features of the 980 include dual multi-surface brushes which grab dirt on hard floors and carpets and a spinning brush to sweep debris into the robotic vacuum's bin. Its floor tracking sensors help it navigate around furniture and along edges, and Cliff Detect keeps the Roomba from falling down stairs. It can also return automatically to the base station to allow for charging between sessions. While the 980's battery life and bin size isn't as efficient as some other quietest robot vacuum vacuums, it's a sturdy and reliable machine that can keep your floors spotless for hours and hours.