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The Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Robot vacuums can make the task of vacuuming less painful. Modern models mop and can even climb (small) steps.

Some have a smaller bin which they empty themselves. Others can be controlled via apps for smartphones instead of a physical remote. Some models have mapping features that help them navigate more efficiently.

1. Power

Our top pick for robot vacuums has a suction power of 8000Pa, which is strong enough to get rid of even the most stubborn hairs and dirt. Its ultra-thin square design allows it to slide under furniture like sofas and beds and its Dual-Laser LIDAR technology provides precise navigation and obstacle avoidance. It's also great at cleaning baking powder, pet hair, and other debris near corners and baseboards.

Other powerful robots in this list in addition to the DEEBOT X2 OMNI include the iRobot Roomba J7+ as well as the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra. The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra comes with a docking station which automates maintenance. It also has mopping capabilities. Its powerful suction, combined with its effective mopping, made sure my floors were free of pet hair, muddy prints, and other messes on all floors we tested.

In the lower cost range, a model with around 2,500Pa of suction is more than enough for the majority of homes. These models are quieter, which makes them a better option for those with hearing issues. They're still not quiet, but they're just the same volume as a normal conversation at home.

Take into consideration your budget and cleaning needs to find the perfect combination of power and usability. Frequent light-duty tidying requires a longer time to run and lower suction, while weekly high-volume cleaning requires the most power. Consider your flooring, home layouts and cleaning schedules to choose the right model to meet your requirements. We recommend checking out our complete list of robot vacuum reviews and ratings for more details on the most recent models available. Many customers report that their carpets and floors looking significantly cleaner after introducing a robotic vacuum in their home.

2. Navigation

A robot vacuum cannot accomplish its task when it doesn't know how to navigate your home. For this reason, the best robots use sophisticated navigation technology that reliably scans rooms and then creates maps to ensure thorough cleaning without getting lost or hitting obstacles. There are three types of robot navigation including LiDAR, camera, and sensor.

The most expensive models employ LiDAR to create a digital map of the room, delivering the highest levels of precision and efficiency. Bump sensors are used in less expensive models, but they aren't always accurate and miss a lot of debris when working in dark areas. Most robots are equipped with cliff sensors, which prevent them from falling off stairs or other drops.

A variety of robots I tested employed object recognition to skillfully navigate around things such as fake cords and dog turds, but the best was the Eufy X10. It was a fantastic mapping device, powerful oscillating mops, an intuitive app and the ability to clean by zone, room or whole home.

Consider features such as sensors that detect floors that automatically boost suction power when needed. Certain robots, like the Roborock mop, utilize mopping pad lifts to reach corners and clean up dried spills. Many hybrids can apply cleaning solution to stubborn stains.

A smaller size of the bin will require less frequent emptying, while bigger ones will save money on replacements. The cheapest robotic cleaners usually use a small disposable dust bag, whereas the mid-range models typically have larger dust bins of 3L that last for many years. Certain high-end robots, such as the ECOVACS DEEBOT OMNI Station are able to self-empty and fill up their water tank for hands-free convenience.

3. App control

The majority of robot vacuums have an app to monitor the progress of cleaning, schedule sessions and connect to smart home devices. Many robot vacuums with mop vacuums can be controlled by voice using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Some have a remote control that lets you start or pause, and then return to dock. Choose a model that has a larger dustbin and can self-empty instead of one that needs manual emptying.

Some robovacs come with mapping technology that allows them to remember obstacles, such as staircases, and prevents them from running into furniture. Some allow you to set no-go zones or targeted rooms, so they only clean areas that require it the most. They also come with cliff sensors to keep them from falling down stairs, which is particularly helpful in multi-level homes.

If you plan to utilize your robot vacuum for cleaning carpets, select one that can be used both for dry and wet mopping. You'll be able to get better cleaning results by having your robot vacuum also take off its mop pad. Rinse it and then reattach it when you need to run another cleaning cycle. Look for robots with the rubber roller. It is less likely to tangle from pet hair or other debris. Check the robot's side brush and brushroll for any debris that might have become stuck on. Do this once or twice a week. If you notice that they're beginning to clog, it may be time to replace parts.

4. Collection of debris

Like the name suggests robot vacuums are made to collect dust and other debris from your floors. The best robot cleaner vacuums can collect tiny particles like baking soda and sand and larger ones such as metal screws orzo, as well as pet hair. They also have better results on carpets with a low pile than manual vacuums.

In all flooring types, the top-performing robots had pickup scores of over 95 percent. Our two best robot hoover-performing robots in this category were the ECOVACS DEEBOT X2 OMNI and the Roborock Q Revo. Both are highly automated with docking stations that perform maintenance by themselves and app features which make them extremely user-friendly.

Both have self-emptying bins that automatically empty the wastebasket. They can also clean the washboard while they mowing. They also have an 8,000Pa vacuum cleaner, smart mapping technology, and advanced obstacle avoidance to help them navigate through even the most difficult areas. The ECOVACS robot is among the few that can clean carpet and remove mop pads. This makes it a great option for those who need to switch between mopping and vacuuming frequently.

If you're looking for a more affordable alternative, we suggest the iRobot Roomba Kombo 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 when it comes to mapping rooms and is prone to hitting obstacles, but it is lower than the other choices.

5. Battery life

The most effective robot vacuums are made to let you get to work while keeping your floors clean and spick and span. While you'll still have to give your home a manual sweeping every now and then, robovacs can help you keep a certain level of cleanliness, and even wash even when you're away.

Look for a robovac with an extended-lasting battery to get the most use of it. A good rule of thumb is to expect a model to last for about two cleaning sessions when you run it at the maximum power setting. This is less than a larger vacuum but should be sufficient to get the job done in most homes. If you don't want to be waiting around while your robovac charges you could choose one that will automatically make its way back to the base station to recharge.

If you're looking for a robot with a variety of features in it, then consider one that is able to mop. Eufy's X10, the best model in this class, offers self-emptying and self-refilling for the dust bin as well as the water tank and mop pad. It can also be programmed to automatically refill and wash mops when they're running low.

Its respectable 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 not cheap and unless you have a small house with no pets, it could be too expensive for some. The second-placed model is the Dreametech D10+, has very similar performance however it costs 25% less.