A Guide To Top Robot Vacuum In 2024

Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

While robots won't be able to substitute for a conventional vacuum in picking up ground-in debris like metal screws and pieces of orzo pasta, they are excellent at sweeping crumbs, dust and hair from pets. The best models have smart navigation technology and object avoidance features which allow them to navigate around cords, toys and other household obstacles.

1. iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO is a great robot vacuum with a number of innovative features that make it much easier to maintain than many competing models. The automatic bin emptying feature is one of the most convenient features we've seen in an iRobot and it is compatible on both hard floors and carpets. It's also easy to install and use, with the app guiding you step-by-step through the procedure. Another notable feature is the ability to return to where it left off in our tests--it did this for 77 mins on one cleaning before running out of battery.

Unlike some of the other robovacs that we test, the i3+ EVO has self vacuum-emptying bins that dump debris into an external dirt compartment on its charging base when it's filled. The i3+ EVO can be prevented from overfilling with a self-emptying bin. However it must be manually empty at the end of each cleaning robots session. The i3+ EVO dustbin can hold 2.4L, which is enough to last four to five cleaning sessions.

This model, like the i7 uses state-ofthe-art floor-tracking sensors to create maps. It can also allow you to navigate through neat rows. However, the i3+ EVO only stores one map, while the i7 has the capacity to store multiple maps. The i7 also has the ability to use its map to create no-go zones as well as virtual barriers, however the i3+ EVO is not able to do this.

The i3+ EVO is more effective of removing debris from the surface when compared to other robovacs we've reviewed, but it is not the most effective in cleaning corners and edges. It's also less gentle on furniture, despite being fairly silent. It was quite rough on furniture, since it moved chairs away. It also made some collisions against the sides of the bed.

2. Black & Decker Pro Q5

If you're looking to increase your collection of robot vacuums or just beginning your journey using one, the Q5 Pro is a great choice. It has a sleek design with a powerful navigation system, as well as effective automation at a reasonable price. It's the best pound-for-pound model available today and even beats Roborock's higher-priced models in a variety of ways.

This robot does a great job cleaning bare floors and its avoidance technology helps it stay clear of furniture legs and other obstacles. It also excels on carpets and gets the highest score on our tests on navigation. The only drawback is that it's noisier than many other models we test and it doesn't do as well in our owners satisfaction or predicted reliability tests.

The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust bin of 770ml, which means that you won't have to empty it as often as other 2-in-1 robots. The Q5 Pro's 240-minute run time is also a lot when contrasted with other 2-in-1 robots that we tested. If the battery is depleted it returns to its dock and automatically recharges before resuming cleaning where it left off. You can control the Q5 Pro using the app or voice commands with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

This is one of the first robots we've seen incorporate 3D mapping. That, combined with some other advancements, allows it to excel in our vacuuming and mopping tests. It allows you to plan cleaning schedules, create no-go zones, and view the battery's status, among other things. The app is simple to use, however it doesn't support Apple HomeKit. This feature is scheduled to be added in 2025. As of early November, Apple has updated a footnote on its website to reflect that this feature will be delayed until 2025. Several other robots don't work with HomeKit however, a lot of them work with Siri Shortcuts.

3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus

The Tapo RV30 Plus TP-Link robot vacuum cleaner industrial vacuum cleaner is a great choice if you are looking for a machine that can also mop and is priced reasonably. It has a wide array of features at a reasonable price and features a stylish design. You can control it with the buttons on the device through the app or even with voice commands. The device has a long battery life and the vacuum container is automatically empty.

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 a replacement mopping cloth and sweeper brush, and a HEPA filter. It can be used with smart hubs such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to allow voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus can be easily set up and connect to different floor surfaces with the automatic mode. This ensures that the most effective results are achieved for each room and type of flooring.

You can choose from three cleaning options to meet your needs. The vacuuming mode is a thorough cleaning of the room. It makes use of the sensor's smart technology to detect edges furniture, stairs, and other obstacles. The mopping mode can be utilized to clean the floor vacuum robot automatically or to get rid of the stubborn stains and liquid spills. Another option lets you to combine the two functions for a deep and thorough cleaning.

With a powerful suction and 3 settings for dry mopping, the TP-Link RV30 Plus effortlessly removes pet hair, dust, crumbs and other particles from all types of flooring. The device can even clean carpets without damaging them due to the specially designed mops.

In its first mapping run, TP-Link RV30 Plus scans your home and saves it with its dual navigation system of LiDAR and Gyro. You can modify the map using the app and merge or split rooms according to your preference. You can also design virtual walls and no-go zones to prevent the RV30 Plus from straying into areas you don't want.

4. Eufy iMop

The Eufy iMop is one of the most powerful fully-featured mop and robot vacuum combos for hard floors. It has a high-tech navigation system that does a great job of mapping your home's floor, even across multiple floor levels. The well-designed base station almost fully automates the cleaning process. It also offers incredible obstacles-avoiding and navigation.

This model uses an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to map your home and design efficient cleaning routes. The iMop was rated highly for its coverage and navigation. It also did a great job avoiding obstacles like furniture. It can also find its way to the base station if it runs out of batteries during a cleaning session.

The spot cleaning mode allows you to clean a specific area of your floor. And it can be manually programmed to follow a predetermined path, which is useful for narrow hallways or stairs. In our carpet cleaning test it performed well cleaning carpets. However, it struggled to clean carpets and rugs with longer piles. It is able to raise the mop pad when it comes in contact with carpet. This is a fantastic feature for those who want to save the time of mopping their carpets.

The iMop has an onboard dust bin and water tank that is empty at the conclusion of each cleaning session. The dust bin on board can hold up to 2.5 Liters of debris and should only need emptying every few cleaning cycles. The water tank can handle half a dozen mopping sessions before it gets dry. The iMop is easier to maintain and clean than the average robot cleaner, and can be a major selling point for busy households.

The iMop smartphone app is easy-to-use and offers a wide range of configuration options. It has multiple suction modes, mopping settings and scheduling. It also lets you build virtual walls and no-go zones, so that the robot isn't able to wander into rooms that aren't allowed. The app also provides access to the iMop status and warnings about errors.