Vacuuming With a Robot Hoover is the Best Hands-Off Model We've Tested

This top-quality bot from Eufy is the best hands-off model we've seen so far. It vacuums, mop and self-empties and drys mop pads all without your intervention.

It's not equipped with the latest cleaning techniques and a larger docking station, but it delivers stellar performance at a fraction of the cost of premium robot vacuums. It also has an incredibly compact design that can be able to reach under furniture.

Vacuuming

Vacuuming with a robot hoover is a quick, easy method to keep your floors clean and tidy. A lot of the models we've picked are built to run without the involvement of you, so you can set them up to clean your floors while you're away or trigger the session using your smartphone. But, you should select a model that has excellent navigation and obstacle detection to ensure that it will not be stuck on the stairs or under furniture.

Certain models are better at removing pet hair from carpets than others, which is why it's crucial to select the right model that will effectively and efficiently vacuum all types of flooring. Find a robot that has an enormous dust bin that can hold a large amount of dirt in between emptyings, and a nozzle which does not lose suction as it turns.

The majority of robots require little or any maintenance, other than taking out tangled fur from the rotating brush after every cleaning session (and wiping its camera or sensors when required) and regularly emptying the bin or using a robot vacuum cleaner on sale's self-emptying base. If you follow these easy maintenance steps, your robot vac should last just as long as a full-size vacuum cleaner and keep your home looking cleaner for longer.

While robot mops are generally less flexible than their vacuum counterparts, some have the added ability to clean up spills and puddles while doing their thing. The iLife V3s Pro, a excellent example of this kind of machine, is an excellent option for those who have carpets and rugs as well as wood flooring. It's quiet and has excellent navigation capabilities that have helped it avoid obstacles during testing and the charging dock doubles as a trash can.

For the best results, pick the robot that is capable of both vacuuming and mopping simultaneously. Karcher's RCV 5 does this, and it also comes with other features that are beneficial, such as a live camera, which broadcasts a grainy picture to your app so you can monitor your kids or pet as well as a remote control that's easily programable. Its navigation may not be as good as the other models on this list, but its 500ml dustbin is big enough and doesn't require frequent emptying.

Mopping

Robots that vacuum and mops are relatively new to the market. These machines are more expensive and require an additional tank of water than standalone robots. However, they may be worth the cost for those who have stains that are difficult to clean or pets.

Some of the top robots can clean carpets and floors as well as vacuum. Many brands offer robots capable of doing both very effectively. The Combo j9+, for instance, is among the best robot vacuum mopping robots we've tested and uses an impressively large dock that can accommodate up to 60 days worth of debris. This is an enormous improvement over the Qrevo Pro which ran out water after only mopping 30 days of dirt during our tests.

The Tapo RV30 Plus from networking giant TP Link is a fantastic two-in-one. It's small, quiet and has an elegant, easy-to-use look. In our test rooms, it scrubbed the floors thoroughly and precisely and efficiently. It was particularly effective on rugs, but it required multiple runs to fully clean certain areas of soiled wood. Its LIDAR navigation system works very well, avoiding crashing into furniture or tripping over power cords.

It's a bit sluggish on the stairs but that's expected from a compact robot that is designed to work around obstacles. The only issue is that its mopping pads are fiddly to attach and didn't remain in place during our tests, and it does not have the capability to deal with dried-on dirt, which makes it more like a robotic vacuum cleaner deals cleaner rather than a full-fledged mop.

Despite these shortcomings, it's still a solid option for those seeking an easy-to-clean experience. It can handle carpets with equal competence. It has a decent amount of suction which helped it remove fine dust from carpets and pet hair. Automatic recognition of carpets is a wonderful feature as it increases the suction power to take on dirt that is embedded. It is easy to use and the charging dock automatically emptyes the dustbin when it is full. This is a fantastic feature for apartment dwellers.

Cleaning apps

Most robot vacuums, mop, and sweeper has an application that lets you modify cleaning routines, pick rooms to clean, schedule cleaning sessions, and alter settings like suction, water level and scrubbing power. Certain robots also provide intelligent dirt detection, which makes use of past cleaning data and map data to prioritize dirty areas and optimize cleaning mode.

You can also utilize an app to design virtual barriers and no-go zones to shield your robot from dangerous objects, such as cords and pet water bowls. Certain models let you create these virtual barriers with laser navigation sensors, and others come with small physical boundaries or barriers to place wherever you'd like to block the floor space.

There are still hazards to be aware of, even though the most effective robot vacuums are able to detect and navigate around obstacles. The main brush of a robot vacuum cleaner on sale may become stuck in long cords or curtains, and stop it from moving. You can prevent this from happening by clearing the area of any cords and tie up any curtains that are long prior to running your robot.

Some robots automatically update the software that governs their navigation and obstacle avoidance algorithms, which enhances performance and reduces wear and tear on the robot's internal components. It is a good idea to check regularly the manufacturer's website or the app on your robot for updates to the firmware.

If you live in a big home, select a model that has different cleaning modes. The iRobot Roomba 11S Max, for example, can vacuum and mop on carpeted floors as well as hard floor rooms with different suction levels. It can also automatically switch to the highest power setting for carpets and boost its scrubbing capabilities with SmartScrub.

If you want to be hands-free, a robot that has an assistant that can be activated by voice is a great option. The iRobot Roomba 980, for instance, can be controlled by a single command from Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant. It has a small self-emptying docking station, as well as powerful cleaning motor that will leave your floors sparkling.