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The Ultimate Cheat Sheet For Best Robot Vacuums
Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

A robot vacuum is a great tool for maintaining an orderly home. It can remove dust, pet hair, and other surface debris before it becomes a bigger problem.

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

1. iRobot s8

This smart robot mop and vacuum combo is a fantastic choice for many households. It is able to vacuum and mop well and is extremely navigable using both GPS and laser sensors, and has a wide range of features and controls that are available via the app. It also has a handy feature which allows you to create cleaning zones in areas that require additional attention, and Keep Out zones in areas that you don't wish it to go. Like all Roomba devices, it is updated with new software updates that make it even better over time.

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

It also has a number of other options, like intelligent obstacle avoidance which uses cameras and processor-powered smarts to recognize obstacles. It isn't often entangled or entrapped during cleaning and is the best at avoiding power cables as well as other objects in my tests. It's not as reliable at detecting pet waste or other dangers.

2. Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid

While the Anker-owned Eufy has earned an impact in the field of low-cost robot vacuums, it's not yet an all-in-one model that can also mop. This is changing with the X8 Hybrid, which has an impressive set of modern features that can compete against more expensive models.

The laser navigation is the main selling point of this machine. The X8 makes use of a laser mapping system that is more accurate than the previous Eufy devices. It takes less time to create an extensive map of your home. It can also store multiple maps. This is perfect for homes with multiple floors.

The X8 is a good vacuum cleaner for floors with no dust. It can easily sling debris under the side brushes and into its 400ml dust bin. The Tyres of the X8, despite their circular shape, are adept at grabbing corners and edges. Our tests revealed that it could only remove 90 percent of the fur from hard floors.

The basic mopping mode uses the same water reservoir as the vacuuming mode. While this is a good option for spills that are not too large but you cannot control how much water it consumes, which will limit its effectiveness for more severe staining. It is effective in removing hair from pets. It has a higher pick-up rate than the Roborock S7.

3. Miele RX2

Miele's RX2 robotic vacuum is renowned for its quiet, efficient appliances. It has a beautiful design, superb navigation and an impressive cleaning power. But it has a few operational oddities that prevent it from being ranked as the best overall smart robot vacuum.

The RX2 comes with a dual-sensor mapping system which uses LIDAR to map the space and a pair of 3D scanning cameras for detecting and avoiding obstacles (such as furniture legs or pet waste). Once mapped, the app lets you designate virtual no-go zones and favorite sections that the robot will automatically clean. You can also alter the cleaning options, begin a manual clean, or view live feeds from the onboard cameras from the main screen.

The RX2 is equipped with excellent sensors that detect furniture and other obstructions instantly. The suction and sweeping power are top of the line, picking up surface litter from carpets with medium piles and dust in bare floors. However, it's not the most agile robot on the market. It's not the most efficient climber and has issues with metal threshold transition strips.

Some people buy robot vacuums for the convenience of setting up a schedule using an app, only to forget about them for weeks. It's crucial for a robot to be capable of doing the job, so our ZDNet staff has compared and looked over some of the most popular models in order to help you select the right one for your house.

4. Shark ION

This budget-friendly robovac looks just like a typical robot, but it's an upgrade in terms of performance and features. Its intelligent mapping system creates 2D and 3-D maps of your house and uses them to navigate and avoid obstructions. It can even identify 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 that keeps it away from the stairs, makes it one of the fastest vacuums we've tried.

In our tests, it was able to could climb over the thick shag rugs and didn't get stuck on them (like the RoboVac 11s or Roomba 690). Its navigation skills were impressive. Its composite score for carpet and bare flooring beat the competition, and it picked up 98.5 percent of surface litter and embedded dog hair that we tested in our lab samples.

The controls are more basic than the competitors. There's a round cleaning button on the top and you can launch it via the app, or by voice commands using Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also schedule weekly or daily cleanings, create no-go zones, and look up its history of cleaning. Clad in smart dark gray plastics, Ion feels sturdy and is attractive in your home. The rear dust bin is accessible for emptying and removing the filter is the same.

5. Eufy 11S

Eufy 11S is a good choice if you want a vacuum cleaner that is easy to use and has no frills at a reasonable price. It isn't equipped with some of the advanced features, such as digital mapping and Alexa integration, which are found in more expensive models, but if you're not looking for these functions, you can save a little money by purchasing this model.

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

In our tests, the 11S was very effective at removing dirt and pet hair from hard floors and in carpets with low pile. Its slim profile made it possible to fit under furniture with low hanging and other items that some bulkier robots could not reach. It was also able to get over thresholds for doors and transition from one type of floor to another.

Like other robots, the 11S is able to take in some objects such as cords, hoodie drawstrings, and cat toys. The manufacturer suggests you keep these items off the ground and using a cord organiser if possible. It also suggests cleaning the dustbin regularly by replacing the filters and changing or washing the brushes as required.

Roomba 990 from iRobot

The Roomba is the flagship model of iRobot's robot vacuum. It's pricey but it's top-performing and, in some ways, the most advanced robot vacuum available. Its self-navigation and environmental mapping is a marvel to behold. It also comes with more advanced automation features than its competitors, such as the ability to set virtual boundary markers through its mobile application. Although the app is a little sluggish and the 980 may spin a bit when moving over cables, it's a very capable robot vacuum.

One thing we love about the 980 is the fact that it utilizes its iAdapt 2.0 navigation sensors and its visual simultaneous localisation and mapping technology (or vSLAM) to memorise the floor 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 more efficient robot vacuum than most high-end robots.

Other features include two multi-surface rubber brushes which pick up dirt from carpet and hard floors, along with an ejector brush that moves debris into the robotic vacuum's bin. Its floor tracking sensors aid it navigate between furniture and around edges, and Cliff Detect prevents the Roomba from falling down the stairs. It will automatically return to its base station for easy recharging between sessions. The bin capacity and battery life of the 980 aren't as good as other robot vacuums. However, robot vacuum cleaner with mop is a reliable and solid machine that will keep floors clean for many hours.