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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

A budget robot vacuum vacuum can save you lots of time and hassle in the case of regular cleaning. Top performers do a good job at removing dust and light debris and many allow you to create no-go zones for pet areas or power cords.

The more expensive models even clean your floors, but they can't climb the stairs. Find models that feature intelligent mapping, real-time hazards avoidance, and roomy self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The best robots we tried were efficient, easy-to-use, and able keep up with the daily debris. You'll need a robot that has decent carpet-picking capability and the capability to climb stairs. And, if you're looking for additional features, you may be interested in a robot that uses smart mapping technology, or an app that lets you control the robot remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing reviewer and writer for shopping at PEOPLE who has tried 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 fill water tanks for mopping robotic vacuums. She's also a big fan of the robots that can recognize landmarks like furniture legs and power cords to ensure they don't get caught when climbing steps.

The Black and Decker model has a lower navigation score and less object-avoidance tech than the top-highest rated robot vacuum models. It comes with a huge dust bin that is non-refillable and a long battery. Additionally, it comes with a feature that allows you to schedule cleaning sessions and then return to the spot the last time it was used and makes it much easier to cover larger homes. This model is a good choice for pet owners since it is able to avoid the tangles of fur and food particles.

In our tests, we found that the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combined with a LIDAR (light) sensor that can map rooms and detect obstacles with a structured-light sensor to detect objects and detect edges. The combination allows it to avoid stairs, droplets of liquid, and furniture legs easily and save up to four floor maps to be used in the future for reference. It is able to stop and restart the cleaning process at any point, so that you can continue doing chores while it works. The app comes with a 3D representation of your home, room labels and more advanced cleaning options.

This model isn't as effective at cleaning like our top models, but it is a pro in removing heavier objects like orzo pasta, metal screws and even fine particles like sand. The only drawback is that it isn't able to mop and has a slightly less efficient navigation system.

Best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, pick an automatic vacuum that scores high for carpet and rug ability to maneuver and pick up. Many models are good at cleaning dust from low-pile rugs. Some are capable of sweeping up heavier debris, such as orzo pasta and screws made of steel. But they don't pick up small particles like canister or upright vacuums and may also not pick up dirt that is ground-in close to thresholds and baseboards.

For homes with carpets, a 2-in-1 robotic vacuum/mop is the best auto vacuum option. You can exchange a cleaning bin for a damp mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop that can clean and mop at the same time with circular pads spinning at 200 revolutions per minute. It is able to detect and lift its pads when it comes into contact with carpet, preventing the flooring from getting wet. You don't have remove them or replace them every time. The Q Revo is also more efficient than other robot vacuum cleaner best vacuum/mops in the absence of obstacles and in getting closer to carpets and thresholds.

Another good option is the iRobot Roomba Combo i5, which did exceptionally well in our tests and can be scheduled via the app to clean while you're away from home. It can be set up to only mop. We were impressed by its ability to navigate on bare floors and carpets. The Combo i5 has a long runtime and excellent path planning for the size of the device.

If you're looking for a more high-tech model, consider the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum & Mop. It comes with a large dock that can last for weeks and not need to be emptied. It also has amazing capability to auto-empty carpets and floors that are not cleaned. It also has a smart-mapping system and can be programmed to be operational during certain times of the day (a handy feature for keeping children and pets who are prone to mischief from causing chaos). The Shark has less suction power than other robot vacuum/mop combos, but its still very good at picking up hair and pet hair. It is the most affordable of our top picks.

Best for Hard Flooring

Robot vacuums are the best choice for hardwood floors, as they can navigate around obstacles without causing damage to bare surfaces. They are fantastic at picking up dust and crumbs, but struggle with pet hair and larger debris. They lack the suction of the top canister or upright vacuum, making them unsuitable for deep cleaning upholstery or carpeted areas.

The best two-in-one robots combine mopping and vacuum, taking care of a more complete chore in one go. If you have mixed flooring you should look for a model with an onboard sensor which detects changes in the floor's texture and adjusts suction to match. This feature is available on the ECOVACS Deebot T9+ and lets it effortlessly transition from hard carpeting to soft carpeting.

If your home is comprised of hardwood floors, you should consider a robotic mop and vacuum combo like the eufy S1 Pro. This model uses an efficient robot vacuum with smart navigation to clean hardwood floors and other hard surfaces, and it can mop as well. The sensors help it avoid staircases and other hazards, so you don't have to worry about the bot plummeting down the stairs and damaging your hardwood.

When you need mops the Eufy S1 Pro is designed to actually clean hardwood floors using downward pressure, rather than wipe them over to remove light dirt and dust. The mop pads that are reusable reduce the amount of waste and make it less likely to spread germs, and can be cleaned at the docking station, saving you time. They are also able to be dried, washed, and reused.

The robovac is operated by your smartphone, making it simpler to use. For instance, you can use the app to set up an area that the vacuum won't enter or mark rooms as separate or schedule cleaning sessions for certain areas. The Eufy S1 Pro also has an auto-emptying dock that collects debris through a trapdoor, and is then stored in a bagless or disposable bin, which means you don't have to manually empty the bin like you do with other models.

Best for Small Spaces

These robots are specifically designed for small spaces. They have smaller bins, which hold less debris. They are also more efficient in getting around corners better than larger models. They can also fit under furniture where larger robots can't reach. These robots are also cheaper than the more expensive models, but you'll need to empty their dirt compartments manually at the end each cleaning session.

A few years ago robot vacuums underwent significant changes. Manufacturers started adding sensors that could help them navigate around and avoid household items that their traditional sensors might get stuck on or run across. The improvements in technology reduced the number of times that our testers were required to clean up after a robot snag.

The new sensors aren't completely eliminating all the issues with these machines however. The cheapest models are still struggling with the same obstacles that the older ones faced and most need a certain amount of illumination to be able see where they're headed. If you live in a dark house or have a lot of furniture with low-profiles, consider buying a model that utilizes a top-mounted spinning LIDAR unit to map your space, as our top overall and runner-up choices do. This lets them work in darkness and avoid obstacles like stairs.

In addition to being capable of working in dark, these models can be programmed to use their cliff sensors only near or on the floor, not when they're above them. You'll still need to cover any mirrors that may interfere with this function, though, as the lasers used by a LIDAR-based model can bounce off reflective surfaces, causing the robot to believe it is in another room.

Some of the models we recommend allow you to set up virtual no-go zones for areas you don't want the robot to move, which is useful if you have pets or children. These features aren't included on all the models we test and recommend that you review our full reviews of the models below before you make a purchase.