Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos
While robots won't be able to substitute for a conventional vacuum for picking up dirt-in particles like metal screws and pieces of orzo pasta, they're excellent in sweeping dust, crumbs and pet hair. The best models have smart navigation technology, which helps them avoid cords, toys and other household obstacles.
1. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot EVO
The iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO is an excellent robot vacuum that comes with a range of clever features that make it more easy to maintain than many competing models. Its automatic bin emptying is one of the most convenient features we've seen on the form of a robot and it is compatible with hard floors as well as carpets. The app will guide you through the entire process. It's also simple to use and set up. Its ability to restart the same place it left off during our tests is another impressive feature. It did this for 77 minutes in one cleaning, before the battery ran out.
In contrast to other robovacs we evaluated, the i3+ EVO comes with self-emptying bins that dump debris into an external dirt compartment on its charging base when it's full. This helps reduce the need for hands-on maintenance and helps keep the i3+ EVO from overfilling, however it still requires manually emptied after every cleaning session. The i3+ EVO dustbin can hold 2.4L, which is enough to last four to five cleaning sessions.
Like the i7model, this model is equipped with state-of-the-art floor sensors to create maps and navigate neat rows. However, the i3+ EVO only stores one map, while the i7 is able to store multiple maps. The i7 also has the ability to use its map to create no-go zones and virtual barriers, however the i3+ EVO can't.
relevant website i3+ EVO is more effective of picking up surface debris when compared to other robovacs we've examined, but it's not the best in cleaning edges and corners. It's also a bit less gentle on furniture, despite being relatively quiet. It was quite rough on furniture, since it pushed chairs away. It also caused collisions with the sides of the bed.
2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro
Whether you're expanding your collection of robot vacuums, or just starting out using one, the Q5 Pro is a great option. It offers a sleek design with a powerful navigation system, as well as useful automation at a reasonable cost. It's the best model for the money available right now and even beats the Roborock models that are more expensive in many ways.
This robot is great at cleaning floors that are not clean, and its avoidance tech assists it in staying away from furniture legs or other obstacles. It also performs well on carpets and gets an excellent score in our tests of navigation. The only drawback is that it's more noisy than other models and doesn't perform as well in our satisfaction of the owner and predicted reliability assessments.
The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust bin of 770ml, which means that you won't need to empty it as frequently as other 2-in-1 robots. Its 240-minute runtime is extremely generous when compared to other models we've tried. If the battery is depleted it returns to its dock and recharges, before starting cleaning where it stopped. You can manage the Q5 Pro using the app or voice commands using Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
This is one of the first robots we've seen to incorporate 3D mapping. This along with other advancements has helped it perform exceptionally well in our tests of vacuuming and mopping tests. It allows you to schedule cleanings, set no-go zones, and view the status of the battery, among other things. The app is easy to use, however it does not support Apple HomeKit. The feature is scheduled to be added in 2025. Apple updated its website's footnote in early November to reflect that the feature was delayed until 2025. A few other robots aren't compatible with HomeKit However, many of them work with Siri Shortcuts.
3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus
If you want a robot vacuum cleaner that can also mop, and is a great value, the TP Link Tapo RV30 Plus is the best choice. It comes with a plethora of features for the price and features a stylish design. You can control it with the buttons on the device, via the app or even using voice commands. The device is powered by batteries and the vacuum container can automatically empty itself.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus does a excellent job of cleaning up messes of all kinds and is suitable for light mopping on hard floors. It comes with mopping cloths and a replacement sweeper brush, and a HEPA filter. It can be combined with a smart home hub, such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for easy voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus can be easily set up, and connected to different floor surfaces by using the automatic mode. This guarantees that the best results are achieved for every room and floor.
You can select three cleaning options to meet your requirements. The vacuuming mode uses the intelligent sensor to detect of obstacles such as furniture, stairs, and edges. The mopping mode can be used to clean the floor automatically or to get rid of liquid spills and stubborn stains. A third option allows you to combine the two modes to provide a more thorough and thorough cleaning.
With a powerful suction, and 3 settings for dry mopping, TP-Link RV30 Plus effortlessly removes dust, pet hair and other crumbs from all types of flooring. It can also clean carpets without damaging them due to specially designed mops.
During the first mapping session, the TP-Link RV30 Plus scans and saves the home's layout by using its LiDAR and Gyro dual navigation system. The map can be edited in the app and you can join or divide rooms as you'd prefer. You can also set up virtual walls and no-go zones to stop the RV30 Plus from entering areas that you don't want it to enter.
4. Eufy iMop
The Eufy iMop robot vacuum and mop is among the top full-featured robots for hard flooring. It has a high-tech navigation system that does a great job of mapping your home's layout, even across multiple floors. The well-designed base station nearly completely automates the cleaning process. It also provides incredible obstacle avoidance and navigation.
This model uses an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to map out your home and design efficient cleaning routes. The iMop was rated highly for its accuracy and navigation. It also did an excellent job of avoiding obstacles such as furniture. It's also able to return to the base station which is a great benefit in the event that it is unable to recharge its battery during a cleaning session.
It also comes with a spot cleaning mode that allows you to clean or mop the specific area of your floor. It can also be programmed to follow a predetermined route, which is helpful if you have narrow staircases or hallways. It did a good job of cleaning carpets in our carpet cleaning test however it had a difficult time with thicker pile carpets and rugs. It is able to raise the mop pad automatically whenever it comes in contact with carpet. This is an excellent feature for those who wish to not have to mop their carpets.
The iMop has an onboard dust bin and an water tank that is filled and refilled at the end of each cleaning session. The dust bin on board can hold up to 2.5 Liters of debris and should only need emptying every couple of cleaning cycles. The water tank can withstand up to a dozen mopping cycles before it is dry. The iMop is more easy to maintain and clean than a typical robot cleaner, which can be an important benefit for busy households.
The mobile app for iMop is simple to use and comes with a variety of options for setting up. It has multiple suction settings as well as mopping settings, and scheduling. It allows you to set up virtual walls, no-go zones and other restrictions so that your robot doesn't wander into areas that aren't safe for it. In addition, the app gives you access to your iMop's status as well as error messages.