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The Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Robot vacuums can make the chore of vacuuming a little less painful. Modern models can also mop, and climb (small) steps.

Some have a small bin which they empty themselves. Others can be controlled by apps for smartphones instead of a physical remote. Some of them have mapping capabilities that aid in navigating your home more efficiently.

1. Power

Our top pick for robotic vacuums has a suction power of 8000Pa, which is strong enough to remove even the most difficult dirt patches and hairs. Its slim square shape enables it to slide beneath furniture like sofas and beds. Dual-Laser LIDAR technology offers accurate obstacle avoidance and intelligent navigation. It’s also great at cleaning pet hair, baking powder and other messes around baseboards and corners.

Other high-powered robots on this list, in addition to the DEEBOT X2 OMNI, include the iRobot Roomba J7+ aswell as the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra. It comes with a powerful docking station that automates maintenance and has mopping functionality as well. Its powerful suction and efficient mopping helped keep my floors clear of pet hair as well as muddy paw prints and other debris in every floor type test we ran.

A model that has 2,500Pa suction is sufficient for homes that are in the lower price range. These units are quieter, which makes them a better option for people who have sensitive hearing. They aren’t silent, but they’re not the same volume as conversations at home.

For the best mix of power and usability take into consideration your cleaning needs and budget. For regular light-duty cleaning you will require a longer time-to-run and a lower suction is required. Weekly heavy-duty cleaning requires the maximum power. Then assess your flooring, layout of your home and cleaning schedules to select the best model for your needs. We suggest looking through our full list of robot vacuum reviews and ratings for more information on the latest models available. Many users have reported that their carpets and floors appear cleaner after introducing a robotic vacuum into their home.

2. Navigation

A robot vacuum isn’t able to do its job if it does not know how to navigate your home. The best robots use sophisticated navigation technology to scan rooms and create a map, ensuring thorough cleaning without getting stuck or hitting obstacles. There are three types of robot navigation that include LiDAR, camera and sensor.

LiDAR is used by the most expensive models to create a virtual space map, which offers the highest levels of precision and efficiency. The less expensive models rely on bump sensors, which can be more inaccurate and tend to miss a lot of debris in dark spaces. Most robots come with cliff sensors, which stop them from falling down stairs or other drops.

Several robots I tested used object recognition to navigate around things such as cords and fake dog turds. However, the Eufy X10 was the best. It had powerful mop heads that oscillate, a user friendly app and a superb mapping capability.

Other features worth a look include floor type sensors that can detect hard floors and soft carpet and automatically boost suction power when needed. Some robots, like the Roborock mop, make use of mopping pad lifts to get into corners and clean up dried spills. Many hybrids can apply cleaning solution to the most difficult stains.

A smaller dustbin will require less frequent emptying, whereas a larger one will save money on replacements. Most low-cost robotic cleaners use an inexpensive disposable dust bag. However, most middle-priced models have larger 3L dustbins that last for a long period of time. Some premium robots like the ECOVACS DEEBOT OMNI Station can self-empty and fill up their water tanks for hands-free convenience.

3. App control

The majority of robot vacuums come with an app to monitor the progress of cleaning and schedule sessions. They also connect to smart home devices. They also can sync with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice-based control. Some have a dedicated remote control that allows you to start or pause, and then return to dock. Look for a model with larger dustbins that self-empty instead of one that requires manual emptying.

Some robovacs come with mapping technology that can help them recognize obstacles, such as the stairs, and also avoid getting into furniture. Others allow you to designate no-go zones and targeted rooms, so they only clean the areas that need it most. They also have a cliff sensor to prevent them from falling, which is beneficial in multi-level homes.

If you intend to make use of your robot vacuum to clean rugs, opt for one that is capable of both dry mopping as well as wet. You’ll get better cleaning results when your vacuum can also remove its mop pad. Rinse it and then reattach it when you need to run another cleaning cycle. Also, look for a model that has a rubber roller, which is less prone to tangles from pet hair and other debris than bristle rollers that is found on smaller models. It’s a good idea inspect the robot’s brushroll as well as side brushes for debris stuck on every once or twice per week, too. If you notice that they’re beginning to clog, it might be time to replace parts.

4. Collection of debris

Robot vacuums are made to, as the name suggests, to gather dust and debris on your floors. The best ones are able to pick small particles such as baking soda and sand as well as larger pieces like orzo pasta, metal screws and pet hair. They also provide better results on carpets with low pile than many manual vacuums.

All flooring types are covered, and the top robots had pickup scores of greater than 95 percent. The ECOVACS DEEBOT X2 OMNI and the Roborock Q Revo were our two top-performing robots in this category. Both are highly automated with robust docking stations that do maintenance on their own and apps that make them incredibly user-friendly.

Both have self-emptying bins that automatically empty the wastebasket. They also have the ability to clean the washboard as they mow. They also have an 8,000Pa vacuum, smart mapping technology, and advanced obstacle avoidance technology to help them navigate through even the most difficult spaces. The ECOVACS robot is among the few that can mop carpet and remove mop pads. This makes it an ideal option for those who need to switch between mopping and vacuuming frequently.

If you’re looking for a less expensive alternative, take a look at the Roomba Combo J7 from iRobot Plus, our budget pick. It comes with LIDAR navigation for reasonable prices and decent debris collection performance. It is slow at mapping out rooms and is susceptible to bumping against obstacles, but the cost is less than the other choices.

5. Battery life

The top robot vacuums are designed to let you go on with your life while they keep your floors in tip-top clean. While you’ll still have to give your home a manual hoover every now and then robot vacuums can help you maintain a standard of tidiness and even clean even when you’re away.

Choose a robovac that has a long-lasting battery to get the most out of it. A good rule of thumb is to expect a model to last for about two cleaning sessions when you run it on the highest power setting. This is less than a typical full-sized vacuum cleaner, but it is enough to provide for the majority of homes. If you don’t like to be waiting around while your robovac charges, you can also select an automatic model that makes its way back to its base station to recharge.

If you are looking for a robovac that can do a bit of everything, consider an all-in-one robot that can mop as well. Eufy’s X10 is the most effective model in this category. It offers self-emptying, self-draining and self-refilling of your dust bin, water tank and mop pad. It can also be programmed to automatically re-fill and wash its own mops when they’re running low.

Its respectable carpet and hard floor pickup as well as its excellent hair pickup and tangle prevention, and its near-perfect auto empty score makes it the clear winner of our test scores. It’s not cheap, and unless you have an apartment that is small and has no pets, it might be too expensive for certain. The Dreametech D10+ is the second-placed model and offers the same performance, but it costs 25 percent less.