Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos
Robots aren't as good at picking up debris such as metal screws or chunks of pasta. But they're excellent at cleaning pet hair, dust and dust. The best models are equipped with intelligent navigation technology that can help them avoid cords, toys and other obstacles in the household.
1. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot EVO
The iRobot Roomba i3+ is a great robot vacuum that has a number smart features to make it easier to maintain. Its automatic bin emptying is among the most efficient features we've seen in a robot and it is compatible with hard floors as well as carpets. It's also easy to install and use and the app will guide you step-by-step through the procedure. Another notable feature is its ability to return to the spot where it was when we tested it. It did this for 77 minutes in one cleaning, before running out of battery.
Contrary to other robovacs that we tested, the i3+ EVO features self-emptying bins that dump debris into an external dirt compartment on its charging base when it's filled. This reduces hands-on maintenance and also helps prevent the i3+ EVO from overfilling, but it must be manually empty after each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO dustbin can hold 2.4L, which will last for four to five cleaning sessions.
Like the i7, utilizes state-of-the-art floor-tracking sensors to produce maps. It can also allow you to navigate in neat rows. However the i3+ EVO only stores a single map while the i7 is able to store multiple maps. The map of the i7 can be used to create virtual barriers and no-go zones however, not the i3+ EVO.
The i3+ EVO is more effective of removing surface debris compared to some other robovacs that we have reviewed, but it is not the most effective in cleaning edges and corners. It's also more abrasive on furniture despite being relatively quiet. It was quite rough on furniture, as it forced chairs away. It also caused collisions with the sides of the bed.
2. Black & Decker Pro Q5
Whether you're expanding your collection of robot vacuums, or just beginning your journey with the Q5 Pro is a great choice. It packs powerful power, advanced navigation and a user-friendly automation into a slick design for a reasonable price. It's the most affordable model for the money you can get right now, and it even matches some Roborock models that are more expensive in many ways.
This robot is excellent in cleaning floors that are bare and its avoidance technology helps it steer away from furniture legs or other obstacles. It also does well on carpets, and earns the highest score on our navigation tests. The only issue is that it's a little louder than other models we test and doesn't perform as well in our owners satisfaction and predicted reliability assessments.
The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust bin of 770ml, meaning that you won't need to empty it as frequently as other 2-in-1 robots. The 240-minute runtime is extremely generous when compared to other models we've tried. When the battery is low, it returns to its dock and automatically recharges before continuing cleaning where it stopped. You can control the Q5 Pro via the app and make voice commands using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
This is the first robot we've seen that has 3D mapping. This, along with other innovations, makes it excel during our mopping and vacuuming tests. Check This Out can plan cleaning schedules, create no-go zones, and view the status of the battery as well as other things. The app is simple to use, though it does not support Apple HomeKit and that feature is expected to be available in 2025. Apple updated its website's footnote in November of this year to reflect the fact that this feature has been delayed until 2025. A few other robots aren't compatible with HomeKit, but many of them work with Siri Shortcuts.
3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus
If you want a robot vacuum cleaner that can also mop and is very affordable, the TP Link Tapo RV30 Plus is the ideal choice. It has a wide array of features at a reasonable price and has a chic design. You can control it with the buttons on the machine using the app, or even with voice commands. The device has long battery life, and the vacuum container can be auto-emptied.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus is a great vacuum cleaner for standard mess. It can also be used to mop lightly on hard floors. It comes with mopping cloths and a replacement sweeper brush, as well as a HEPA filter. It can be paired with a smart home hub such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to provide convenient voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus can be quickly set up and can be connected to different flooring surfaces using the automatic mode. This ensures the most effective cleaning results for each room and floor type.
You can choose from three cleaning modes that will meet your requirements. The vacuuming mode utilizes the smart sensor for detection of obstacles such as furniture, stairs edges, and stairs. The mopping mode is used to sweep the floor in a systematic manner or to eliminate the stubborn stains and liquid spills. You can combine the two features to provide an efficient and thorough cleaning.
With powerful suction and three settings for dry mopping, the TP Link RV30 Plus effortlessly removes pet hair, dust and other crumbs from all flooring types. The device can even clean carpets without damaging them due to the specially designed mops.
During the first mapping run the TP-Link RV30 Plus scans and stores the home's layout by using its LiDAR and Gyro dual navigation system. The map can be edited within the app and you can join or divide rooms however you'd like. You can also design virtual walls and no-go zones that will stop the RV30 Plus from wandering into areas you don't wish to visit.
4. Eufy iMop
The Eufy iMop robot vacuum and mop is among the top fully-featured robots for flooring made of hard wood. It has a high-tech navigation system that does an excellent job of mapping your home's layout even across multiple floors. And the well-designed base station nearly completely automates the cleaning process. It offers excellent obstacle avoidance and navigation.
This model uses an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to map your home and create efficient cleaning routes. The iMop received high marks for its accuracy and navigation. It also did a great job of avoiding obstacles such as furniture. It also finds its way back to the base station in case it is unable to recharge its batteries during a cleaning session.
The spot cleaning mode lets you to clean a certain area on your floor. And it can be manually programmed to follow a specific path, which is beneficial if you have narrow hallways or stairs. It did a good job of cleaning carpets in our carpet cleaning evaluation however, it had trouble with longer pile carpets and rug. It is able to lift the mop pad when it comes into contact with carpet. This is an excellent feature for those who want to save the time of mopping their carpets.
The iMop has an onboard dust bin as well as a water tank that it fills and refills at the end of each cleaning session. The dust bin on board can hold up to 2.5 liters of debris and will only require emptying after a couple of cleaning cycles. The water tank can handle about a dozen mopping sessions before it gets dry. The iMop is much easier to maintain and clean than the average robot cleaner , which could be an important selling point for busy households.
The iMop smartphone app is user-friendly and comes with a variety of configuration options. It offers different suction settings, mopping settings and scheduling. It lets you create virtual walls, no-go zones and other restrictions to ensure that your robot doesn't wander off into forbidden areas. In addition, the application lets you view your iMop's status and warnings about errors.