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The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops

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

He tests and evaluates cleaning equipment, with a focus on mopping and robot vacuum combos. Multitaskers can be an excellent choice for those who are looking to eliminate mopping from their list of things to do. Some have great mapping and obstacles avoidance. Some even wash and refill mopping pads themselves for a hands-free cleaning.

The Eufy S1 Pro

If you're looking to buy a robot vacuum that can also mop, this is the model you should go for. It's smaller than the other models on this list, making it easier to navigate in tight corners and under furniture. It comes with a 220 degree Lidar which, when combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, provides some of the Best robot vacuum cleaner UK navigation and object avoidance capabilities I've seen in the form of a robotic vacuum. It's got a battery of 4600mAh that can last for up to 170 minutes if mopping and sucking are set to standard mode. (It can be more efficient when using turbo). It can even return to its dock to replenish its battery mid-clean.

It's extremely efficient and does an outstanding job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It vacuums the carpeted rooms extremely quickly and hardwood floors in the living room, and hallways in a single sweep. Its suction motor of 8,000pa makes short work of picking up dirt, crumbs and pet hair. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects rugs and the double side brush assists in removing debris from corners.

The mopping performance is a little less impressive, but not by a lot. The mop's rotating mechanism spins fast and utilizes 2.2lbs to scrub dirt and stain. I've noticed that the front arm sticks out a little more than other robots. This is useful when you're trying to get into tight corners or on baseboards. Those same front arms can be used to clean up larger debris, like broken toys and books.

Another good robot vacuum thing is that the S1 Pro is one of the quietest robot vacuums that mop vacuums and mop I've ever tried. It doesn't produce the same volume of sound when mopping or vacuuming and is quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it must utilize a specific mopping solution and is sold separately. It is simple to install and performs well. However when you purchase this robot vacuum solely for mopping you must be aware of this.

The Roborock Q Revo

The Q Revo is different from other robot vacuums in its class. It is a powerful cleaner with a wide range of features.

The device comes with an impressive and powerful cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensors with an RGB camera to map your home and detect furniture and other obstacles. It then uses this information to clean methodically and effectively. This results in an effective, consistent cleaning which is also relatively quick.

In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads can reach a wide range of surface areas. This includes corners, baseboards and other hard to reach areas. They also have a stretchy side brush that can extend to reach the floor close to walls and other fixtures. The mop pads are also washable and dry to remove odors and prevent buildup.

Another feature worth mentioning is the customization options that are available through apps. The Q Revo lets you adjust the suction strength and select either a back-and-forth or a random pattern. You can also adjust the number of passes it should make, which will determine the speed at which the device can move through your home. You can even choose to disable the side brush to avoid damaging carpets and rugs.

This device has a fairly expensive price, but comes with a large selection of innovative features. It is important to keep in mind that the device is subject to regular expenses, such as mopping equipment and regular maintenance. For example the brushroll needs to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to 12 months. The filter should be cleaned after 150 hours, and the mop pad should be replaced every one to three months.

This robot vacuum that mops has an excellent rating on Amazon and includes a broad array of physical automation features. This includes a power button that can also function as a general 'Clean button, as well as a 'Home' button that will send it back to its base station after completing the cleaning process. It also has a multifunctional dock that automatically emptys the dustbin and refills its water tank for mopping and washes and dries its mop pads.

The Shark Matrix Plus

The Shark Matrix Plus will be an ideal option for busy professionals or anyone who wants to keep their home tidy without spending too much time on chores. It's a top-performing device, intelligent navigation, and a long battery life that makes it simple to keep your home tidy with minimal effort.

The Matrix Plus is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop which means it is able to handle mopping and vacuuming. The robot cleaner has two modules: a dry bin and water reservoir and a separate mopping system with microfiber pads that snap into and out of the way. Separate modules for vacuuming and mopping might seem a bit outdated however, they mean you don't have to think about changing bags for disposables or refilling the water tank.

Our test participants found that the Matrix Plus did a great job of vacuuming and mopping. Its greatest feature is its accurate floorplan map, which it utilizes when cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate through rugs, furniture and other obstacles. The app also offers the option of setting 'No-Go zones' and virtual barriers that help to keep certain areas of your house from being scrubbed with mop.

We also discovered that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well in picking up pet hair. It was able to collect a lot of the hair that shed by our cats, and even got into some of the nooks and crannies on our stairs, where other robots have struggled. It was relatively silent and also had a few pleasant jingles that let you know when it was beginning or finished its work.

The app was too easy and you had to change the modules each time you changed between mops and vacuuming. The app can't store multiple maps. This could be a problem if your home has several floors. The Matrix Plus is a good option for those who want an intelligent robot that is capable of mopping and vacuuming.

The Yiko X1 Omni

The X1 Omni is the most expensive robot vacuum that mops in our test, but it has some distinctive features that are worth considering. The X1 Omni is notable for its enormous dock that doubles as a charging base for the robot, a cleaning sink and two water tanks that are 4 liters in size. It also houses the 2.5-liter dustbin and the 2.5 milliliter dust bin.

The base also has a variety of control buttons that let you manually start cleaning, recall the robot, or use the dock's automatic vacuum cleaner and mop emptying process. Hold down two of the buttons to toggle the child lock which is a great feature for parents who are worried about children playing with the vacuum.

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

This can cause the X1 to become stuck if it gets entangled in an obstacle, such as a power cable tangled over a rug. It will not work until you untangle it manually. This is a rare event however, it was a bit frustrating since the X1 does not have a "stuck status" alert in its app.

Another issue that could be a problem is the X1 Omni's inability to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming modes during the cleaning process. You'll have to manually switch between the two, which isn't too bad apart from the fact that the mopping pads haven't been cleaned and dried between uses and can cause mildew or mold.

The X1 Omni looks great, thanks to the Jacob Jensen design team (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who designed the sleek, modern base and mopping pad. It's a significant change from the utilitarian all-black bases used by competitors like Roborock and iRobot and a pleasing sight in a space that is dominated by clunky boxy models.