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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Robot vacuums will save you time and effort when it comes to cleaning. The best ones are adept at picking up dust, light debris and cords.

The higher-end models even sweep your floors--though they still can't climb stairs. Choose models that have intelligent mapping, real-time hazard avoidance, and spacious self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The best robots we tried were user-friendly, efficient and able to keep up with the daily debris. You'll also need a robot that can take on stairs and has good cleaning power for carpets. If you're looking for a model with extra features, consider one that comes with smart mapping technology, or an app to control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing shopping writer and product reviewer at PEOPLE who has tested numerous robotic vacuums. She prefers robovacs that have the most features, such as ones that have self-emptying bins and charging stations that automatically empty and refill water tanks for mopping robotic vacuums. She also enjoys robots that can recognize landmarks such as furniture legs and power cables so they don't fall when climbing steps.

In comparison with the top-rated models this Black and Decker robot vacuum has less object-avoidance technology and its navigation score is lower. However, it has an enormous dust bin that doesn't require regular emptying and has a lengthy battery life. It also has the ability to schedule cleaning times and then return to where it was last. This makes it easier for you to clean larger areas. This model is also a good option for pet owners since it can spot and eliminate hair tangled and fallen food particles.

In our tests we tested the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combines a LIDAR sensor that maps rooms and identify obstacles using a structured light sensor to identify objects and detect edges. It can avoid stairs, liquid droplets, and furniture legs easily with this combination. It also has the ability to save up to four floor plans to be used in the future. It can pause and resume the cleaning process at any time, so you can continue to do chores while it is working. The included app provides an interactive 3D model of your home, room labels, and advanced automatic cleaning robot options.

While this robot can't clean as well as our top-rated models, it is superior in removing fine debris such as baking soda and sand and heavier items, such as orzo pasta and screws made of metal. Its only drawbacks are that it isn't able to mop and has a slightly less efficient navigation system.

The best for Carpet

If you have carpeting in your home, you should look for a robot vacuum with good pickup and a high score for maneuverability on carpet and rug. A lot of models are adept at cleaning dust from low-pile rugs, and some are capable of cleaning up larger debris like orzo pasta and screws made of steel. They aren't able to pick up fine particles like an upright canister, and they may be unable to pick up dirt close to baseboards or thresholds.

For most carpeted homes the 2-in-1 robot vacuum is the best choice. It is possible to swap out an empty bin for a damp mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo, for instance, vacuums and a mops with circular pads that spin at a speed of 200 rotations per minute. It detects and lifts its pads when they come into contact with carpet, preventing the flooring from becoming wet. It is not necessary remove them or replace them every time. The Q Revo also performs better than other robot vacuums/mops when it comes to avoiding obstacles and getting close to rugs and thresholds.

Another solid option is the iRobot Roomba Combo i5, which performed very well in our tests and can be scheduled via the app to clean when you're away from home. It can also be set to mop only and we were impressed by its remarkable navigation on carpets and floors and its ability to climb over and up onto furniture. The Combo i5 has a long runtime and excellent path-planning for an item of this size.

If you're looking for a advanced model, look into the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot automatic vacuum cleaner & Mop. It comes with a large dock that can last for weeks without having to be empty. It also features impressive capability to auto-empty carpets and floors that are not cleaned. It also has a smart mapping system, and can be programmed to only run during certain hours (a beneficial feature to keep pets and children who are prone to mischief from running wild). The Shark isn't as powerful as other robot vacuum/mop combinations however, it still picks hair and pet hair very well. It's also the most affordable value of our top choices.

best rated robot vacuum for Hard Flooring

Robot vacuums are the best pick for hardwood floors because they are able to easily maneuver around obstacles and not damage the floor's surface. They are excellent at of picking up dust and crumbs, however they struggle with pet hair and other large debris. They lack the suction power of an upright or a top-quality canister vacuum, which makes them a poor choice for deep cleaning upholstery or carpeted areas.

The most effective two-in-one robots incorporate mopping and vacuum to complete an entire task in one pass. If you have mixed flooring choose models with an onboard sensor which detects changes in the floor's texture and adjusts suction to match. The ECOVACS DEEBOT T9+ for example, has this feature and can go effortlessly from hard to soft carpeting.

If your home is primarily composed of hardwood floors, consider an automated vacuum and mop combination like the eufy S1 Pro. This model features a powerful robot vacuum with intelligent navigation to clean hardwood and other hard surfaces, and it can mop as well. The sensors help it avoid stairs and other hazards so you don't have to be worried about the bot plummeting down the stairs and damaging your hardwood.

The eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to clean hardwood floors using downward pressure, rather than simply swab them to remove dust and dirt. The mop pads that are reusable reduce the amount of waste and reduce the spread of germs, and can be cleaned in the docking station, saving your time. The mop pads can also be washed and dried to avoid spreading mold.

Both the robovac and the mop are both controlled by your smartphone to make it easier to manage the device. You can, for example, use the app to create no-go zones where the vacuum cannot be allowed to enter, label different rooms, or plan specific cleaning times. The eufy S1 Pro also has an auto-emptying dock that collects debris through a trapdoor, and is then stored in a disposable or bagless bin, which means you don't need to manually empty the bin as often as you do with other models.

Ideal for small Spaces

As the name suggests, these robots are best designed for smaller areas. They have smaller bins which hold less garbage. They are also more efficient when it comes to moving around corners more efficiently over larger models. They can also fit underneath furniture that larger robots aren't able to reach. They are also less expensive than more expensive models, however you will need to empty their dirt compartments manually at the end each cleaning session.

A few years ago robotic vacuums experienced an important change. Manufacturers began adding sensors that allowed them to navigate and avoid household items that their traditional sensors might get stuck on or run across. This improved the number of times that our testers were required to clean up after a robot accident.

However, the latest sensors aren't solving all of these machines' problems. The most affordable models struggle with the same challenges that the older ones did and, in addition, they need a certain amount of illumination to be able to see where they're going. If you live in a dark house or have a lot of furniture that is low-profile, think about buying a model that utilizes top-mounted spinning laser units to map your space as our top overall and runner-up picks do. This lets them avoid stairs and other barriers while working in the dark.

These models can be programmed to only utilize their cliff sensors when they are near or on the ground, and not when they are above it. You'll still want to cover any mirrors that may interfere with this function though, as the laser used by a laser-based model could bounce off reflective surfaces and cause the robot to believe it's in another room.

Some of the models we recommend also allow you to set up virtual no-go zones to protect areas where you don't want the robot to go, which can be beneficial if you have small pets or children. These features aren't offered on all the models we've tested and recommend that you review our full reviews of the choices below before making your purchase.