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This top-quality bot from Eufy is the best robot hoover hands-off model we've tested so far. It vacuums, mops and self-empties its bin, washes and dry mop pads without you having to do anything.

It lacks advanced cleaning modes and a larger docking station but delivers a stellar performance for less than half the cost of high-end robotic vacuums. It also has an incredibly compact design that can reach under furniture.

Vacuuming

Vacuuming with a robot hoover is a fast, simple method to keep your floors clean and tidy. A lot of the models we've chosen are designed to run without the involvement of you, so you can set them up to clean your floors while you're away or trigger an appointment from your phone. However, you'll want to look for a model with excellent navigation and obstacle detection so that it will not be stuck on the stairs or under furniture.

Some models are better at picking up pet hairs from rugs than others, which is why it's important to select the right model that will efficiently and effectively vacuum all types of flooring. Choose a model with a large dustbin that will hold a lot of dirt between emptyings, and a nozzle which does not lose suction as it rotates.

The majority of robots require little or no maintenance, other than removing tangled fur from the rotating brush after each cleaning session (and wiping its camera or sensors as required) and then periodically emptying the bin, or using a robot's self-emptying base. If you follow these simple routine maintenance steps, your robotic vacuum will last as long as a regular vacuum cleaner and keep your home looking cleaner for longer.

While robot mops are generally less flexible than their vacuum counterparts Some have the capability of absorbing the puddles and spills while they're working. The iLife V3s Pro, a great example of machine, is an excellent option for those who have carpets and rugs as well as wood floors. It's quiet and has excellent navigation capabilities that have helped it avoid obstacles during testing, and the charging dock doubles as a trash bin.

For the best robot vacuum for vinyl plank floors results, select an appliance that can do both vacuuming and mopping simultaneously. Karcher's RCV 5 is able to do that, and also has other useful features, such as live cameras that broadcasts a grainy picture to your app, so you can keep an eye on your pet or kids, as well as remote controls that are easily programable. The navigation isn't as robust as the other models in our collection however, it can elevate its own thresholds to a certain level and has an ample 500ml dustbin that doesn't have to be emptied often.

Mopping

Robots that vacuum and mop are a fairly new addition to the market. These machines are more expensive and require an additional tank of water, unlike standalone robots. However, they could be worth the cost for those who have stains that are difficult to clean or pets.

Some of the top robots can clean floors and carpets as well as vacuum. Several brands now offer all-in-one robots that do both jobs extremely well. The Combo J9+ is among the most effective mopping robots that we've test. It uses a dock that can store up to 60 days' worth of dirt. This is a significant improvement over the Qrevo Pro which ran out water after just mopping 30 days worth of dirt during our tests.

The Tapo RV30 Plus from networking giant TP Link is another excellent two-in-one. It's compact, quiet and has a neat, fuss-free look. In our test rooms, it cleans the floors quickly and thoroughly - it was particularly good at cleaning rugs, however it took several runs to clean some areas of stained wood. Its LIDAR navigation is very effective, too. It avoids bumping into furniture or running over power cables.

It's a little slow on the stairs but that's to be expected from a compact robot designed to work around obstacles. The only drawback is the mopping pad attachment, that was difficult to use and wouldn't stay in its place during our tests. It also has a problem dealing with dried-on dust which makes it more of an ordinary vacuum cleaner than a robot mop.

It's still an excellent choice for those who prefer a hands-off experience and want to clean low-pile or bare carpets equally well. It has a decent amount of suction, which helped it to clean fine dust and pet hair from carpets. Automatic carpet recognition is a wonderful feature as it increases the power of vacuuming to tackle dirt that has been embedded. It is simple to use and the charging dock automatically emptyes the trash bin when it's full. This is an excellent feature for those who live in apartments.

Cleaning apps

Most robot vacuums, mop and sweepers come with an application that lets you modify cleaning routines. You can also select rooms to be cleaned, schedule cleaning sessions, and alter settings such as suction levels, the amount of water and scrubbing power. Some robots offer intelligent dirt detection that uses map data and past cleaning data to identify dirty areas.

You can also make use of an app to create virtual barriers and no go zones to keep your robot safe from potentially dangerous objects, like cords and pet water bowls. Some models let you create these virtual barriers using laser navigation sensors, and others have small physical boundaries or barriers which you can put wherever you want to block off your floor area.

There are still risks to be aware of, even though the top robot vacuums can recognize and navigate around obstacles. For instance, a robot's main brush can become stuck in long cords or curtains and stop the machine dead in its tracks. You can prevent this from happening by clearing the area of any cords and tying off any long curtains before running your robot.

Some robots will automatically update the software that controls their navigation and obstacle avoidance techniques, which improves performance and reduces wear and tear on the robot's internal components. It is a good idea to regularly check the website of the manufacturer or your robot's app for firmware updates.

If you live in a large house, choose a model that has multiple cleaning modes. The iRobot Roomba 11S Max can clean and mop carpeted and hard floors with different suction settings. It also has the ability to automatically change to the highest power setting for carpets and boost its scrubbing capabilities with SmartScrub.

If you're looking to be hands-free, a robot that has the ability to speak to a voice-activated assistant is an excellent choice. The iRobot Roomba 980 can be operated by Alexa, Siri or Google Assistant. It comes with a compact, self-emptying docking station and an efficient cleaning engine that leaves your floors sparkling.