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The Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Vacuuming is the bane of a lot of people's lives, but robot vacuums make it less tedious. Modern models can also mop and even climb (small) steps.

They have a small dustbin that they empty themselves and some of them can be controlled from a smartphone app instead of an actual remote. Some come with mapping features to help them navigate more efficiently.

1. Power

Our top pick for robotic vacuums has suction power of 8000Pa, which is strong enough to remove even the most stubborn hairs and dirt. Its slim square shape enables it to slide beneath furniture like sofas and beds. Dual-Laser LIDAR technology allows for accurate obstacle avoidance and intelligent navigation. It also does a great job of cleaning pet hair, baking soda, and other debris near the baseboards as well as in corners.

Aside from the DEEBOT X2 OMNI, the other high-powered bots on this list include the iRobot Roomba J7+ as well as the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra. It comes with a powerful docking station that automates maintenance and mopping functions as well. Its powerful suction, combined with its effective mopping feature, ensured my floors were free of pet hair, muddy prints, and other messes on every type of floor we tested.

A model with 2500Pa suction should be sufficient for most homes in the lower price range. These units are quieter and are therefore a better choice for those who have sensitive ears. These units are not silent however they are not the same volume as conversations at home.

Consider your budget and cleaning needs to find the right combination of power and convenience. For frequent light-duty cleaning you will require a longer time-to-run and less suction is needed. Weekly heavy-duty cleaning requires the maximum power. Assess your flooring, home layout, and cleaning schedules before selecting the best model. We suggest looking through our full list of robot vacuum reviews and ratings for more details about the latest models available. Many users report that their carpets and bare floor look cleaner after using a robotic automatic vacuum cleaner.

2. Navigation

A robot vacuum won't be able to do its job well if it doesn't know how to get around your home. This is why the most effective robots depend on sophisticated navigation technology that reliably scans rooms and creates an outline map to ensure thorough cleaning without getting lost or hitting obstacles. There are three types of robot navigation including LiDAR, camera, and sensor.

LiDAR is employed by the most expensive models to create a virtual space map, offering the highest levels in precision and efficiency. Bump sensors are utilized in less expensive models, but they aren't always accurate and miss a lot of debris when working in dark places. Most robots come with cliff sensors that keep them from falling down stairs or other drops.

A variety of robots I tested employed object recognition to skillfully navigate things like fake cords and dog turds but the best was the Eufy X10. It was a fantastic mapping device and powerful oscillating mops that could be used as an easy-to-use app, and the ability to clean a zone, room or whole home.

Other features worth looking into include sensors for floors that can recognize hard floors and soft carpet, automatically boosting suction power when needed. Some robots, such as the Roborock mop make use of mopping pad lift that allows you to get into corners and clean dried spills. Many hybrids can even apply cleaning solution to stubborn staining.

A smaller bin will mean less frequent emptying while a bigger one can save you money on replacements. Most low-cost robotic cleaners use an inexpensive disposable dust bag. However, most mid-range models come with larger 3L dustbins that last a long time. Certain high-end robots, such as the EcoVACS DEEBOT OMNI station, will self-empty their dustbin and refill their water tanks, allowing convenience without hands.

3. App control

The top robot vacuums have an app that lets you monitor the progress of cleaning and schedule sessions, and most can connect to your smart home devices for hands-free control. Many robot vacuums can be controlled via voice using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Some have a dedicated remote control that allows you to start, pause and return to dock. Pick a model that comes with a larger dustbin and can self-empty rather than one that needs manual emptying.

Some robovacs come with mapping technology that allows them to remember obstacles, like the stairs, and also avoid running into furniture. Certain robovacs let you designate no-go zones and specific rooms to ensure that they only clean those areas which need the most. They also come with cliff sensors to keep them from falling down staircase, which is particularly helpful in multi-level homes.

If you want to utilize your robot vacuum for cleaning rugs, choose one that can be used for dry and wet mopping. You'll be able to get better results from the robot autonomous vacuum that can remove its own mop pad and then wash and reattach when it comes time for another cleaning cycle. Look for a robot with an elastomer roller. This is less likely to tangle from pet hair or other debris. Examine the robot's side brushes and brushroll for any debris that might have gotten stuck on. Do this once or every week. If you notice that they're starting to clog, it might be time to buy replacement parts.

4. Collection of debris

robot vacuum best vacuums are designed according to the name to collect dust and debris from your floors. The most effective robot vacuums are able to collect small particles such as baking soda and sand as well as larger ones such as metal screws orzo, as well as pet hair. They also provide better results on carpets with low pile than manual vacuums.

Across all flooring types, the top-performing robots had pickup scores of more than 95 percent. The two top-performing robots in this category were the ECOVACS DEEBOT X2 OMNI, and the Roborock Q Revo. Both are highly automated, with robust docking stations that can perform maintenance on their own and apps that make them incredibly user-friendly.

They both have self-emptying bins that eliminate the contents of the wastebasket. They can also clean the washboards as they mowing. They also have 8,000Pa suction and smart mapping technology and advanced obstacle avoidance technology that helps them find their way around even the most difficult spaces. The ECOVACS model is also one of the few robots we tested that could remove its mop pads and vacuum carpet which makes it the best robot cleaner choice for those who have to change between mopping and vacuuming frequently.

If you want a cheaper alternative, we suggest the iRobot Roomba Combo J7+, our budget-friendly pick. It comes with LIDAR navigation and decent performance in the field of debris pickup for the price. It is slow at mapping out rooms and is prone to bumping into obstacles, but it is lower than our other picks.

5. Battery life

The most effective robot vacuums are designed to let you get moving with your day while they keep your floors clean and spick and span. While you'll still need to give your home a manual hoover every now and again, robovacs can help you maintain a baseline level of cleanliness, and even wash when you're away.

Look for a robovac with a long-lasting battery to get the most out of it. A good rule of thumb is to expect a robovac to last for around two cleaning sessions when you run it on the highest power setting. This is smaller than a full-sized vacuum, however, it should be enough to clean most homes. If you don't want to wait for your robovac to recharge you can opt for an option that automatically returns to the base station to charge.

If you're looking to buy a robovac with a variety of features in it, then think about an option that also mop. Eufy's X10 is the top model of this category, offers self-emptying and self-refilling for the dust bin and the water tank and mop pad. It is also programmable to automatically refill and wash its own mops when they're low.

Its high-quality carpet and hard floor pick up excellent hair pickup, tangle avoidance, and close to perfect auto empty scores makes it the clear winner of our test scores. It's expensive, and unless you have a small house with no pets, it may be too costly for certain. The second-placed model, the Dreametech D10+, has very similar performance but costs about 25 percent less.