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Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

A robot vacuum is the ideal tool to maintain the cleanliness of your home. It can remove pet hair, dust, and other particles on the surface.

Some robots can sync with smart assistants like Alexa or Google Assistant to provide a hands-free experience. Find models that are rechargeable and continue cleaning the area they left.

1. iRobot S8

This smart robot mop and vacuum is an excellent option for households with a variety of. It features a superb navigation system that incorporates GPS and laser sensors. It also comes with a lot of features and controls accessible via the app. It also has a handy feature that lets you add cleaning zones to certain areas that need extra attention and Keep Out zones where you do not want it to be. Like all Roomba devices, it gets new software updates that make it even better over time.

It's expensive but also one of the most sophisticated robot vacuums ZDNet has ever tested. It's got a huge battery that can sweep all of your home in less than two hours. It can also switch between mopping and vacuuming at the press of a button. And unlike other self-emptying robotics that require you to empty the trash bin after each run, this one automatically empties into a larger waste container above its charging dock.

It also comes with a variety of other features, such as intelligent obstacle avoidance that uses a camera along with processor-powered smarts to identify obstacles. It isn't often entangled or trapped during a cleaning cycle and is also the most effective at avoiding power cables as well as other objects I've tested. However, it's not as reliable at detecting pet waste or other hazards.

2. Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid

While Anker-owned Eufy has earned a name for itself in the field of low-cost robot vacuums, it hasn't previously offered an all-in-one model that can also mop. That's changed with the X8 Hybrid, which has an impressive array of modern features and can compete well with more expensive models.

The laser navigation is the primary selling point of this machine. The X8 uses a laser mapping system that is more precise than previous Eufy devices. It takes less time to create a comprehensive map of your home and can store multiple maps. This is ideal for homes with multiple floors.

The X8 is still a decent vacuum on floors with no dust that can carry debris under its side brushes and robotic cleaner and mop into the 400ml dust bin with relative ease. The X8's tyres, despite their circular shape, are very adept in grabbing corners and edges. It's not the best cat litter eater, however our tests have shown it is able to remove around 90 percent of the fur off hard floors.

There's a basic mopping option that utilizes the same water tank as the vacuuming one. While this is a good option for spills that aren't too big however, you aren't able to limit the amount of water it consumes which can limit its effectiveness when dealing with more severe staining. It is effective in removing hair from pets. It has a higher rate of pick-up than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

Known for quietly effective home appliances, Miele's RX2 robot vacuum comes with outstanding cleaning power, beautiful design and excellent navigation. There are a few niggles in its operation, which prevent it from being considered the best smart robot vacuum.

Like the latest models from iRobot, the RX2 has a dual-sensor mapping system that uses the LIDAR sensor to map an area and three 3D scanning cameras to detect and avoid obstacles (like furniture legs or pet waste) in real-time. 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 change the cleaning modes, start a manual clean 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 power are top of the line cleaning up surface debris from medium-pile carpeting and embedded dust on floors that are unfinished. It's not the most powerful robot available. It's not the most efficient climber and has issues with transition strips made of steel.

Many people purchase robot vacuums due to the ease of setting up a schedule using an app, only to forget about them for weeks. But it's important that a machine can do the job and that's why our ZDNet staff examined and reviewed a few of the most popular models to help you find the best one for your home.

4. Shark ION

This budget robovac that looks just like the other, but has a few more features and a better performance. Its smart mapping system creates 2D and 3-D maps of your home and uses them to navigate and robotic cleaner and mop avoid obstructions. It is able to detect common obstacles such as furniture legs and power cords in real-time. This combination of sensors with a bump detector, and an infrared sensor to keep the vacuum away from stairs makes it one of our most agile vacuums.

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

Its controls are a bit more basic than the competitors. There's a round cleaning button on the top, and you can start it from the app, or by voice command with Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also set a schedule for daily or weekly cleaning, set no-go zones, and view the history of its cleaning. Clad in smart dark gray plastics, Ion feels sturdy and looks attractive in your home. Its rear dustbin is accessible for emptying, and removing the filters is also a breeze.

5. Eufy 11S

If you're looking for a simple robotic vacuum that is simple and has no frills at a reasonable price, the Eufy 11S could be a good choice. This model lacks some smart features such as Alexa integration and digital mapping, which are available in more expensive models. If you don't require these functions, you can save money.

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

During our tests during our tests, the 11S was extremely efficient in removing dirt and pet hair from hard floors and low-pile carpets. Its slim profile made it easier to get under furniture and other low items that some of the more bulkier robots couldn't reach. It could also easily get over thresholds for doors and change from one floor type to another.

The 11S, like other robots, will also eat some items, including cords and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests you keep these items off the ground and by using a cord organizer when you can. It also suggests cleaning the dustbin periodically replacing the filters, and washing or changing the brushes as needed.

6. iRobot Roomba 980

The Roomba 980 is the flagship robot vacuum. It's costly however it's an excellent performer and, in some ways, the most advanced robot vacuum available. Its self-navigation as well as environmental mapping is a marvel to behold. It is more sophisticated in its automation than the majority of its competitors, including the capability to set up virtual boundary markers with its mobile application. It's a capable robot vacuum, even if its app is a bit sluggish and the 980 spins out when it comes across cables.

One thing we love about the 980 is the fact that it utilizes its iAdapt 2.0 navigation sensors and its visual simultaneous mapping and localisation technology (or vSLAM) to store the floor plan of your home. It will then use the information to create a consistent and efficient cleaning path for each cycle. The result is cleaner floors, and a cleaner vacuum than other high-end robot vacuums.

Other features of the 980 include dual multi-surface brushes that grab dirt from floors and carpets and the spinning brush that sweeps debris into the robotic cleaner and mop vacuum’s bin. The floor tracking sensor assists in navigating around furniture, along edges and on stairs. Cliff Detect prevents the Roomba from falling. It also automatically returns to the base station for easy charging between sessions. Although the 980's battery life and bin size aren't quite as impressive as some other robot vacuums, it's a solid and reliable machine that can keep your floors spotless for hours and hours.