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The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops

Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst for Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.

He tests and evaluates cleaning equipment, focusing on mopping and robot vacuum combos. Multitaskers can be a great option for those looking to eliminate mopping from their list of things to do. Some of them have excellent mapping capabilities and obstacle avoidance. Some wash and refill mopping pads for a hands-free cleaning.

The Eufy S1 Pro

This is the model to pick if you are looking for a robot vacuum cleaner that also mop. It's smaller than other models, making it easier to maneuver in tight spaces or under furniture. It has a 220-degree lidar, which when combined with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it some of the most effective navigation and object avoidance that I've ever seen in a robotic vacuum. It's powered by a 4600mAh battery which can last up to 170 minutes when mopping and sucking is set to standard mode. (It can run longer on turbo). It will even return to the dock to top up its battery halfway through an efficient.

It's efficient and does a great job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It vacuums carpeted rooms quickly, and hardwood floors in the kitchen, living room and hallways in just one motion. The suction motor's 8,000pa is quick at picking up dirt, droppings, and pet hair. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects carpets and the dual side brush helps to remove debris from corners.

The mopping performance, while still impressive, isn't as good. The rotating mop spins at a high rate and pushes down with 2.2lbs of force, easily scrubbing up dirt and stains. I've noticed that the front arm protrudes out a bit more than other robots. This is helpful when getting into tight corners or on baseboards. The front arms can also be used to scoop up larger objects like books and broken toys.

Another nice feature is that the S1 Pro is one of the quietest robot vacuum that vacuums and mops vacuums and mops I've tried. It doesn't create the same amount of noise when mopping or vacuuming, and is much quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it needs to use a proprietary mopping solution and is sold separately. It's easy to install and works well however this is something you'll need to keep an eye on if you're buying this robot vacuum for the sole reason of mopping.

The Roborock Q Revo

The Q Revo is different from other robot vacuums in its class. It comes with a wide array of features that make it an ideal choice for homeowners looking to purchase an extremely efficient, flexible and ad-hoc cleaning machine.

The device is equipped with a powerful cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This enables it to map out your home, identify furniture and other obstacles. This information can be used to clean effectively and efficiently. This results in a thorough, consistent clean that is also quite quick.

In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads can reach many different surfaces. They can reach corners, baseboards, and other hard-to-reach spots. They also come with a stretchy side brush that extends to reach the floor close to walls and other fixtures. Additionally the mop pads are able to be washed and dried to avoid build-up and lessen odors.

App-based customization is yet another noteworthy feature. The Q Revo allows you to alter the amount of suction and select between a back-andforth or more randomized pattern. You can also select the number of passes, which will determine the speed at which it can move around your home. You can also decide to turn off the side brush to avoid damaging carpets and rugs.

This device is expensive however it has many useful features. It is important to keep in mind that the device incurs recurring expenses in the form mopping supplies as well as regular maintenance. For example the brushroll has to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to twelve months. The filter should be cleaned after 150 hours, and mop pads should be replaced every one to three months.

This robotic vacuum cleaner has an excellent Amazon rating and comes with an array of physical automation features. The vacuum also has an power button that doubles as a 'Clean button' and a 'Home button to send it home after cleaning. It also has a multi-functional dock that automatically emptys the dustbin, refills its water tank to mop and washes and dries its mop pads.

The Shark Matrix Plus

The Shark Matrix Plus will be a good choice for busy professionals or anyone who needs to keep their home tidy without spending too much time on chores. It is a powerful machine with intelligent navigation, and a long battery life that makes it easy to keep your home tidy with minimal effort.

The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a 2-in-1 mop and vacuum. It is capable of vacuuming as well as mopping. The robot is divided into two modules that include a dry bin as well as a water tank that can be snapped out and in and a mopping module that includes microfiber pads. Separate modules for mopping and vacuuming may appear a bit dated but they're a good thing because you don't have to worry about changing bags for disposables or refilling the tank with water.

The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming and mopping. Its best feature is its precise floorplan map, which it utilizes when cleaning robot mop and vacuum. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate through rugs, furniture and other obstacles. The app lets you create 'No-Go Zones' or virtual barriers to prevent certain areas from being cleaned by mop.

We also found that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well at picking up hair of pets. It was able to collect an enormous amount of hair our cats shed, and even got into the nooks and crannies of our stairs, where other robots struggled. It was relatively quiet and had some pleasant jingles that indicated when it was beginning or finishing its work.

The app was too simple and you had to alter the modules each time you changed between mops and vacuuming. The app can't store multiple maps, which can be a pain if you have a home that has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a great choice for those who want a smart device that can mop and vacuum.

The Yiko X1 Omni

The X1 Omni is the most expensive robot vacuum that can be found in our test, but it comes with some distinct features that are worth taking into consideration. The X1 Omni's biggest draw is its enormous dock that doubles as the robot's charging base and the housing for two water tanks, a clean sink and an automatic vacuum cleaner and mop 2.5-liter dust bin that is automatically empties.

The base also has a number of buttons to control the system. These allow you to start a cleaning job, recall the robot vacuum best, or run the dock's auto-emptying process. Press two buttons to turn off the child lock. This is a wonderful feature for parents worried about their children playing with the vacuum.

Like other robotic vacuums the X1 Omni uses its camera to identify furniture and obstacles in its path, and then avoid them. Its True Mapping 2.0 navigation system will map your home 10 times faster than standard laser detection systems and is four times more accurate at recognizing objects.

This can cause the X1 to get stuck if it gets caught in a hazard like the power cable that is draped over a rug. It won't function until you untangle it manually. While this was rare however, it was a gruelling experience when it happened particularly since the X1 Omni does not have a "stuck" status alert on its application.

Another potential downside is another issue is the X1 Omni's inability to automatically switch between vacuuming and mopping modes during cleaning. You'll have to manually swap between the two, which isn't an issue aside from the fact that mopping pads haven't been cleaned and dried between uses, which can lead to mildew or mold.

The X1 Omni looks great, thanks to the Jacob Jensen design team (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who designed its sleek, modern base and mopping pad. It's a significant difference from the utilitarian black bases of rivals such as Roborock or iRobot. And it's a welcome sight for the market that is dominated by boxy models.