Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos
While robots won't be able to replace a conventional vacuum in picking up ground-in debris such as metal screws or chunks of orzo pasta, they're excellent in sweeping dust, crumbs and hair from pets. The best models have intelligent navigation technology that helps them avoid cords, toys and other household obstacles.
1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO
The iRobot Roomba i3+ is an excellent robot vacuum with several smart features that make it easier to maintain. The automatic bin emptying feature is one of the most convenient features we've encountered in the form of a robot and it is compatible with hard floors as well as carpets. It's also easy to set up and operate with the app that guides you step-by-step through the procedure. Its ability to restart the same place it left off during our tests is another impressive feature. It was able to do this for 77 minutes on one cleaning, and then the battery was exhausted.
The i3+ EVO is different from the other robot vacuums that we tested has a self-emptying bin that automatically disposes of debris in an external dirt compartment located on its charging base when it's full. This makes it easier to maintain the unit and keeps the i3+ EVO from overfilling, however it must be manually cleaned after each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO dustbin can hold 2.4L which is enough to last four to five cleaning sessions.
The i3+ EVO, just 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 keep one map, whereas the i7 can store multiple. The i7's map can be used to create virtual barriers and no-go zones, however, not the i3+ EVO.
Although the i3+ EVO is better in removing dirt and debris from surfaces than the other robovacs we looked at however, it's not the most effective when it comes to cleaning edges and corners. It's also more abrasive on furniture despite being relatively silent. It pushed chairs away from walls and made some collisions with the sides of our bed, and it got stuck on cords and toys during our testing.
2. robotic hoovers & Decker Pro Q5
If you're looking to increase your collection of robot vacuums, or just beginning your journey with the Q5 Pro is a great choice. It packs serious power, smart navigation and a user-friendly automation into a sleek and stylish design at an affordable price. It's the most affordable model for the money available currently and is even better than other Roborock models which are much more expensive in many ways.
This robot is excellent at cleaning floors that are not clean, and its avoidance tech helps it to steer away from furniture legs and other obstacles. It also does well on carpets and scores the highest score on our tests of navigation. The only snag is that it's a little more raucous than the other models we test and it doesn't do similarly in our user satisfaction and predicted reliability tests.
The Q5 Pro has a very large dust bin of 770ml which means you won't need to empty it as often as other 2-in-1 robots. Its 240-minute runtime is very generous compared to others we've tried. When the battery is low, it automatically returns to its dock, where it recharges and then resumes cleaning from where it left off. You can control the Q5 Pro via the app and use voice commands with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
This is one of the first robots we've seen to incorporate 3D mapping. This along with other advancements made it perform extremely well in our tests of vacuuming and mopping tests. It allows you to schedule cleaning times, set no-go zones and see the battery's status, among other things. The app is simple to use, but it does not support Apple HomeKit and that feature is expected to be available by 2025. Apple updated its footnote on its website in the beginning of November 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 are compatible with Siri Shortcuts.
3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus
If you want a robot vacuum cleaner that also mop, and is a great value the TP-Link Tapo R30 Plus is the ideal choice. It is stylish in design and a lot of amazing features for the money. You can control it with the buttons on the machine using the app, or even using voice commands. The device is powered by batteries, and the vacuum container can automatically empty itself.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus is a ideal vacuum cleaner for everyday mess. It can also be used to lightly mop on hard floors. It comes with mopping cloths and a replacement the sweeping brush as well as a 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 is easy to set up and can be connected to a variety of floor surfaces using the automatic mode. This ensures that the best results are achieved for each room and type of flooring.
You can select from three cleaning options to meet your needs. The vacuuming mode cleanses the entire room and uses the smart sensor to detect edges furniture, stairs, and other obstacles. The mopping mode can be used to sweep the floor automatically or to get rid of the stubborn stains and liquid spills. Continued lets you to combine both functions for a deep and thorough cleaning.
The TP Link RV30 Plus features an impressive suction and 3 settings for dry mopping, and is able to quickly remove dust pet hairs, crumbs and other debris from floors of any kind. The device can clean carpets without damaging the flooring thanks to special mops.
During its first mapping session, TP-Link RV30 Plus scans your home and saves it using its dual navigation system, which consists of LiDAR and Gyro. You can modify the map within the app and merge or split rooms according to your preference. You can also set up virtual walls and no-go zones to prevent the RV30 Plus from entering areas you don't want it access.
4. Eufy iMop
The Eufy iMop robot vacuum and mop is one of best fully-featured machines for flooring made of hard wood. It features a high-tech mapping system that can map your home across several floors. The well-designed base station nearly completely automates the cleaning process. It also provides incredible obstacle avoidance and navigation.
This model uses an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to map your home and design efficient cleaning routes. The iMop was a winner in our analysis of coverage and navigation efficiency and was good at avoiding obstacles, including furniture. It can also find its way back to the base station if it runs out of batteries during an exercise of cleaning.
The spot cleaning mode lets you to clean a particular space on your floor. It can also be programmed to follow a predetermined path, which is beneficial for narrow hallways or stairs. It was capable of cleaning carpets during our carpet cleaning test however, it had trouble with higher pile carpets and carpets. It is also possible to set it to automatically raise the mop pad once it encounters carpet, which is a fantastic feature to not mop your carpets.
The iMop has an onboard dust bin as well as an water tank that empties and refills at the end of each cleaning session. The onboard dust bin holds up to 2.5 liters of debris and should only need emptying every few cleaning cycles. The water tank is able to handle more than a dozen mopping sessions before running out. The iMop is easier to clean and maintain than the typical robot cleaner, which can be an important selling point for busy households.
The smartphone app of iMop is simple to use and comes with a variety of options for setting up. It offers multiple suction settings, mopping settings and scheduling. It allows you to create virtual walls, no-go zones and other restrictions to ensure that the robot doesn't wander off into prohibited areas. Continued gives access to the iMop status and error messages.