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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Robot vacuums can help you save time and effort when it comes to regular cleaning. Top performers do a good job of removing dust and lightweight debris and allow you to create no-go zones for pets or power cords.

The pricier ones even mop your floors, but they can't climb stairs. Choose models that have intelligent mapping, real-time hazards avoidance, and spacious self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The top robots that we have tested are effective and user-friendly, and are able to cope with everyday debris. You'll need a robot that has adequate carpet-picking capabilities and the capability to climb stairs. If you're looking for additional features, you may be interested in a robot with smart mapping technology or an app that lets you remote control vacuum cleaner it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing reviewer and writer for shopping at PEOPLE who has tried numerous robotic vacuums. She's a fan of the robotic vacuums that offer the greatest convenience, such as self-emptying dustbins and charging docks that automatically empty and refill the water tanks used by mopping robots. She also enjoys robots that can recognize landmarks such as furniture legs and power cables so that they won't trip up when climbing steps.

The Black and Decker model has a lower score on navigation and has less technology for avoiding objects than the best-rated models. It comes with a huge non-refillable dustbin as well as a long battery. It also comes with a feature which allows you to schedule cleaning sessions, and then return to where it stopped last, making it easier to cover larger areas. This model is a great choice for pet owners, since it is able to avoid tangled fur and food particles.

In our tests we tested the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combines a LIDAR sensor that can map rooms and identify obstacles using an organized light sensor to identify objects and detect edges. The combination lets it stay clear of stairs, drops of liquid, and furniture legs with ease and save up to four floor maps to be used in the future for reference. It can pause and resume cleaning at any time, meaning that you can continue doing chores while it is working. The included app provides an interactive 3D model of your home, room labels, and advanced cleaning options.

Although this amazon robot vacuum isn't able to clean as well as our top-rated models but it excels in picking up fine debris such as baking soda and sand, as well as heavier items like orzo pasta and metal screws. Its only drawbacks are that it isn't able to mop and has a less efficient navigation system.

Best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, choose one that scores high for carpet and rug ability to maneuver and pick up. Many models do a decent job of picking up dust that is embedded in carpets with low pile and a few are capable of sweeping up heavier debris like orzo pasta, metal screws, and pet hair. They can't take in fine particles like an upright or canister, and could miss dirt close to thresholds or baseboards.

The best choice for most carpeted homes is a two-in-one robot vacuum and mop that allows you to swap between the cleaning bin as well as mopping pad with damp. 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 rotations a minute. It automatically detects and lifts the pads when it encounters carpet to prevent wetting the floor. Additionally, you don't need to remove or replace them after each use. The Q Revo is also more efficient than other robot vacuum/mops in the absence of obstacles and in getting closer to carpets and thresholds.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another solid option. It performed well in our tests and you can program it to sweep your home when you are away. It can be set to only mop and we were impressed by its impressive navigation on both bare floors and rugs as well as its ability to go over and up onto furniture. The Combo i5 also has a very long runtime and excellent path planning for a device of this size.

If you want a more high-tech model, consider the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum & Mop. It has a huge charging dock that can last for months without needing to be empty and boasts amazing navigation capabilities and automatic vacuum cleaners emptying on bare floors and carpets. It's also got an intelligent mapping system that can be programmed to operate at certain times of the day (a useful feature to keep the sly kids and pets from causing chaos). The Shark has less suction power than other robot vacuums and mops but it's good at picking up hair and pet hair. It is the best value of our top picks.

Best for Hard Flooring

robot cleaner vacuums are the best choice for hardwood floors as they are able to navigate around obstacles without damaging the floor's surface. They are capable of removing dust and crumbs, however they aren't able to handle pet hair and other large debris. They don't have the suction power of a top-of-the-line upright or canister vacuum, which is why they're not the best choice for carpeted areas or deep cleaning upholstery.

The best two-in-1 robots combine mopping and vacuum to complete the entire chore in one sweep. If you have flooring that is mixed, look for models with an onboard sensor that detects changes in the floor's texture and adjusts suction accordingly. The ECOVACS DEEBOT T9+, for instance, has this feature and can transition effortlessly from hard to soft carpeting.

If your home is mostly composed of hardwood floors, think about a robotic vacuum and mop combination like the eufy S1 Pro. This model is a powerful robotic vacuum equipped with intelligent navigation that can clean hardwood floors and other surfaces. It also mop. Its sensors let it stay clear of hazards like stairs.

The Eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to wash hardwood floors using downward pressure, not simply swab them to get rid of 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 to save your time. They are also able to be dried, washed and used again.

Both the robovac and mop can be controlled by your smartphone, making it easier to manage the device. For instance, you can utilize the app to designate areas where the vacuum cannot enter, label different rooms or schedule specific cleaning times. The eufy S1 Pro has an auto-emptying port that collects debris through a trapdoor, and stores it in a bagless or disposable bin. This means that you don't have to empty the bin manually as often as you do with other models.

Best for Small Spaces

These robots are designed for smaller spaces. They have smaller bins, that can store less debris. They are also more efficient when it comes to maneuvering around tight corners than larger models. They can also fit under furniture that larger robots can't reach. They tend to be cheaper than the pricier picks, as well, but you'll have to manually empty their dirt compartments at the end of each cleaning session.

A few years back, robot vacuums went through significant changes. Manufacturers began adding sensors that could help them avoid household items that traditional sensors might get stuck on or run across. These improvements reduced the number times our testers had to clean up after a robotic accident.

The new sensors aren't completely eliminating all issues with these devices however. The lower-end models are not able to traverse the same obstacles as the older models, and they need some level of illumination in order to know where they are going. If you live in a dark house or have lots of furniture with low-profiles, consider getting one that uses a top-mounted spinning LIDAR unit to map your area, as our top overall and runner-up choices do. This lets them stay clear of stairs and other obstacles when working in darkness.

These models can also be programmed to only use their cliff sensors when they are on or near the ground, and not when they are above it. It is essential to cover mirrors to prevent this from occurring. The lasers used by LIDAR-based models could bounce off reflective surfaces, causing the robot to think it's in a different space.

A few of the models we recommend allow you to create virtual no-go zones for areas you don't want the robot to go, which can be useful if you have pets or children. These features aren't on all models we test. Check out our complete reviews before deciding.