Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos
Robots aren't quite as adept in removing debris like metal screws or chunks of pasta. They are however great at cleaning pet hair, dust and food particles. The best models have intelligent navigation technology and object avoidance features that help them maneuver around toys, cords and other obstacles in the household.
1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO
The iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO is an excellent robot vacuum with a number of innovative features that make it much easier to maintain than many competing models. The automatic bin emptying feature is among the most impressive features we've encountered in a robotic vacuum. It's great on carpets as well as hard floors. It's also simple to install and use with the app that guides you through the process step-by-step. Another notable feature is its ability to return to where it was when we tested it. It did this for 77 mins on one cleaning before running out of battery.
Unlike some of the other robovacs we've evaluated, the i3+ EVO has self-emptying bins that dump debris into an external dirt compartment on the base of its charging when it's filled. This helps reduce the need for hands-on maintenance and also helps prevent the i3+ EVO from overfilling, but it still needs to be manually cleaned after each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO dustbin can hold 2.4L which is enough to last through four to five cleaning sessions.
Like the i7, uses cutting-edge floor-tracking sensors that create maps. It also lets you navigate through neat rows. The i3+ EVO can only store one map, whereas the i7 can store multiple. The i7 can also use its map to create no-go zones and virtual barriers, however the i3+ EVO is not able to do this.
The i3+ EVO is more effective of picking up surface debris when compared to other robovacs that we have looked at, but it's not the best in cleaning corners and edges. It's also less gentle on furniture, despite being surprisingly quiet. It pulled chairs away from walls and made some collisions with the sides of our bed, and also became stuck on cords and toys during testing.
2. Black & Decker Pro Q5
The Q5 Pro is an excellent choice, whether you are expanding your collection of robot vacuums or just starting out. It packs powerful power, a smart navigation system, and handy automation into a sleek design for a reasonable price. It's the best model for the money available currently, and it even matches the Roborock models that are more expensive in a variety of ways.
This robot does an excellent job cleaning bare floors and its avoidance technology helps it stay clear of furniture legs and other obstacles. It also does well on carpets and scores a high score for our tests of navigation. The only issue is that it's a little noisier than many other models we test, and it doesn't fare similarly in our user satisfaction and predicted reliability tests.
The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust container of 770ml, meaning that you won't need to empty it as often as other 2-in-1 robots. The Q5 Pro's 240-minute run time is also generous when contrasted with other 2-in-1 robots we tested. If the battery is low, it returns automatically to its dock where it recharges before resuming cleaning from where it left off. You can manage the Q5 Pro using the app or voice commands via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
This is the first robot we've seen that has 3D mapping. That, combined with some other innovations, makes it do exceptionally well in our vacuuming and mopping tests. You can schedule cleaning times, set no-go zones, and view the status of the battery as well as other things. The app is simple to use, however it does not support Apple HomeKit. The feature is scheduled to be added in 2025. Apple updated its website's footnote in early November to reflect that the feature was delayed until 2025. vacuum robot won't work with HomeKit, but many of them are compatible with Siri Shortcuts.
3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus
The TP-Link Tapo R30 Plus robot vacuum cleaner is a fantastic option if you're searching for a vacuum that is able to mop and is priced reasonably. It offers an impressive set of features at a reasonable price and has a chic design. You can control it using the buttons on the device, via the app or even using voice commands. The device is battery-powered and the vacuum can automatically empty itself.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus is a excellent vacuum cleaner that can handle standard messy messes. It can also be used to lightly mop on hard floors. It comes with mopping cloths and a replacement sweeping brush and an HEPA filter. It can be paired with a smart home hub such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for easy voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus can be easily set up, and connect to various floor surfaces by using the automatic mode. This guarantees that the best results are achieved for every room and flooring.
Three cleaning modes are available to suit your requirements. The vacuuming mode utilizes the smart sensor to detect of obstacles like furniture, stairs, and edges. The mopping mode is used to clean the floor on a regular basis or to get rid of liquid spills and stubborn stains. You can combine the two features to provide an efficient and thorough cleaning.
With a powerful suction, and 3 settings for dry mopping, TP-Link RV30 Plus quickly picks up dust, pet hair, crumbs and other particles from all flooring types. It can clean carpets without damaging the flooring thanks to special mop heads.
During its first mapping run, TP-Link RV30 Plus scans your home and saves it using its dual navigation system of LiDAR and Gyro. The map can be edited using the app, and you can merge or divide rooms as you'd like. You can also create virtual walls and no-go zones to prevent the RV30 Plus from wandering into areas you don't want to be in.
4. Eufy iMop
The Eufy iMop is one of the best full-featured mop and robot vacuum combos for hard floors. It features a high-tech navigation system that does an outstanding job of mapping your home's floor even across multiple floors. The extremely well-designed base station virtually automates the cleaning process. It is a great obstacle avoidance system and navigation.
This model uses an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to map your home and devise efficient cleaning routes. The iMop was highly rated for its accuracy and navigation. It also did an excellent job avoiding obstacles like furniture. It also finds its way back to the base station if it runs out of batteries during a cleaning session.
It also comes with a spot cleaning mode that lets you to clean or mop the specific part of your floor. It can also be programmed to follow a specific direction. This is a great option if you have narrow hallways or stairs. It did a good job of cleaning carpets in our carpet cleaning evaluation, but it struggled with thicker pile carpets and carpets. It is able to raise the mop pad when it comes in contact with carpet. This is a fantastic feature for those who want to avoid having to mop their carpets.
The iMop features an onboard dust bin and an water tank that empties and refills at the end of each cleaning session. The dust bin on board can hold up to 2.5 liters of debris. It will only require emptying after a few cleaning cycles. The water tank can handle about a dozen mopping sessions before running out. The iMop is much easier to clean and maintain than the typical robot cleaner, which could be an important selling point for busy families.
The iMop smartphone app is user-friendly and comes with a variety of configuration options. It comes with a variety of suction modes, mopping settings, and scheduling. It also lets you create virtual walls and no-go zones, to ensure that the robot doesn't wander into rooms that aren't allowed. The app also gives access to iMop status and errors messages.