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The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops

Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.

He tests and evaluates cleaning equipment, with a focus on mopping and robot vacuum combos. These multitaskers can be an excellent choice for those looking to get rid of mopping off their to-do lists. They are equipped with impressive mapping capabilities and obstacle avoidance capabilities, and some wash and refill their own mopping pads for a hands-off clean.

The Eufy S1 Pro

If you're looking to buy a robot vacuum that also mops then this is the model to look for. It is smaller than other options which makes it easier to maneuver into tight corners or under furniture. It has a 220 degree Lidar which, when combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, provides one of my top navigation and object avoidance features I've seen in robot vacuums. It comes with a massive 4600mAh battery which lasts up to 170-minutes if mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it can run longer in turbo). It will even return to the dock to top up its battery midway through cleaning.

It is very quick and does a great job cleaning my two-bedroom apartment. It is able to vacuum carpeted rooms quickly, and hardwood floors in the living room, kitchen, and hallways with just one motion. Its motor of 8,000pa is able to clean dirt, pet hair, and droppings with ease. Carpet detection boosts power automatically when it comes in contact with carpets and the two side brushes help to tease out debris from corners.

The mopping efficiency is less impressive, but not by a lot. The rotating mop spins at a high velocity and is pushed down with 2.2lbs of force, easily scraping away dirt and staining. I've noticed that the front arm extends out a bit more than other robots that vacuum and mop. This is useful when getting into narrow corners or on baseboards. The front arms can also be used to scoop up larger objects like books and broken toys.

Another good thing is that the S1 Pro is one of the quietest robot vacuums and mops I've tried. It is quieter and doesn't produce more noise when mopping or vacuuming. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it needs to use a proprietary mopping solution and is sold separately. It is easy to set up and performs well. However should you purchase this robot vacuum solely to mop it is important to pay attention to this.

The Roborock Q Revo

The Q Revo stands apart from the majority of robot vacuums that mop in its class. It comes with a wide array of features that make it a great choice for homeowners looking to purchase a highly effective, versatile, and customizable cleaning machine.

The device is equipped with an efficient cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This enables it to map out the home and find furniture and other obstacles. It can then use this information to clean efficiently and effectively. This will result in an effective, consistent cleaning which is also relatively fast.

In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads can be used to reach an array of surface areas. This includes baseboards, corners and other difficult to reach spots. The side brush can be stretched to extend to the floor, close to the walls and other fixtures. The mop pads can also be washable and dry to reduce odors and prevent buildup.

App-based customization is a different interesting feature. The Q Revo lets you alter the suction intensity and choose either a back-and-forth or a random pattern. You can also adjust the number of passes it will make, which will determine how quickly the device can move around your home. You can also decide to disable the side brush to avoid damaging rugs and carpets.

The device has a expensive price, but has a variety of innovative features. It's crucial to remember that it carries periodic costs, such as mopping equipment and maintenance. For instance, the brushroll will need to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to twelve months. The filter is recommended to be cleaned after 150 hrs, and the mop pads should be replaced every one to three month.

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

The Shark Matrix Plus

If you're a busy professional or someone who just wants an organized home that doesn't require much time doing chores, the Shark Matrix Plus is a good choice. It is a powerful machine with intelligent navigation, and long battery life that allows you to keep your home tidy with little effort.

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

Our testers discovered that the Matrix Plus did a great job of vacuuming as well as mopping. Its most impressive feature is its precise floorplan map, which it uses when cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate effortlessly through rugs, furniture and other obstacles. The app allows you to create 'No-Go Zones' and virtual barriers to stop certain areas from being cleaned by mopping.

The Matrix Plus also did a amazing job of collecting pet hair. It was able to collect an enormous amount of hair that shed by our cats and even was able to get into the nooks and crannys of our stairs while other robots that vacuum and mop struggled. It was fairly quiet and had some lovely jingles to signalled when it was about to start or completing its task.

The app was too basic and you had to change the modules every time you changed between mops and vacuuming. The app isn't able to contain multiple maps, which can be a pain when you live in a house with a mix of floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a excellent choice for those who want a smart device that can mop and vacuum.

The Yiko X1 Omni

The X1 Omni is the most expensive robotic vacuum that is able to mop in our review, but it has some distinct features that are worth taking into consideration. The X1 Omni's biggest draw is its huge dock, which doubles as the robot mop's charging base and the housing for two water tanks, a sink for cleaning, and an automatic hoover 2.5-liter dust bin that automatically emptys.

The base also has a number of buttons to control the system. These allow you to start a cleaning job or recall the robot or start the dock's auto-emptying process. Hold down two buttons to switch off the child lock. This is a nice feature for parents worried about their children messing around with the vacuum.

The X1 Omni like other robotic vacuums, utilizes its camera to detect obstacles and furniture in its path. It will stay clear of them. True Mapping 2.0 navigation maps your home up to four times faster than laser detection systems.

This can cause the X1 to get stuck if it gets entangled in a hazard like a power cable tangled over a rug. It will not work until you untangle it manually. This was a rare incident, but frustrating nonetheless, since the X1 does not have an "stuck status" alert in its app.

The X1 Omni isn't able to automatically switch from mopping to vacuuming mode during a cleaning session. You'll have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't that bad but mopping pads don't get cleaned or dried between uses. This can cause mildew and mold.

The X1 Omni looks great, thanks to the Jacob Jensen design team (of Bang & Olufsen fame), who created its sleek modern base and mopping pad. It's a significant contrast to the basic black bases of rivals such as Roborock or iRobot. It's also an excellent choice for a market dominated by clunky boxy units.