Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

While robots can't substitute for a conventional vacuum in picking up dirt-in particles like metal screws or chunks of orzo pasta, they are excellent at sweeping dust, crumbs and hair from pets. The most effective models come with intelligent navigation technology and object avoidance features that help them maneuver around cords, toys and other obstacles in the household.

1. iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The iRobot Roomba i3+ is a great robot vacuum that comes with several smart features that make it easier to maintain. The automatic bin emptying feature is one of the most impressive features we've seen in a robot vacuum. It works well on carpets as well as hard floors. It's also simple to set up and use, with the app guiding you step-by-step through the process. Another impressive feature is the ability to go back to where it left off in our tests--it did this for 77 mins on one cleaning before running out of battery.

The i3+ EVO is different from the other robot vacuums we have tested, has a self emptying bin that automatically dumps debris in an external dirt compartment on its charging base once it is fully filled. This helps reduce the need for hands-on maintenance and keeps the i3+ EVO from overfilling, but it still requires manually cleaned after each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO's internal dust bin can hold 2.4L of trash and is more than enough to last five or four cleaning sessions before needing to replace it.

Like the i7 uses state-ofthe-art floor-tracking sensors to produce maps. It also lets you navigate in neat rows. However, the i3+ EVO only stores one map, while the i7 can store multiple. The i7 also has the ability to make use of its map to create no-go zones and virtual barriers, however the i3+ EVO cannot.

While the i3+ EVO is better in removing debris on surfaces than the other robovacs we looked at, it's not the best when it comes to cleaning edges and corners. It's also more abrasive on furniture, despite being remarkably silent. It pushed chairs away from walls and made some collisions with the sides of our test bed, and it was stuck to cords and toys during testing.

2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro

If you're looking to expand your collection of robot vacuums or are just starting out, the Q5 Pro is a great choice. It packs serious power, a smart navigation system, and handy automation into a sleek design for a reasonable price. It's the best value for the money available currently and even beats the Roborock models that are more expensive in many ways.

This robot vacuum cleaner on sale is great in cleaning floors that are dirty, and its avoidance tech helps it steer clear of furniture legs or other obstacles. It also performs well on carpet and earns an excellent score in our navigation tests. The only issue is that it's noisier than many other models we test and doesn't perform similarly in our user satisfaction and predicted reliability tests.

The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust container of 770ml, meaning that you won't have to empty it as often as other 2-in-1 robots. The 240-minute runtime is very generous compared to others we've tried. If the battery is low, it will automatically return to its dock where it recharges and resumes cleaning where it began. You can control the Q5 Pro via the app and use voice commands with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.

This is the first affordable robot vacuum we've seen that incorporates 3D mapping. This along with other advancements, helped it perform exceptionally well in our tests of vacuuming and mopping test. You can schedule cleanings or create no-go zones. You can also view the battery's status. The app is simple to use, however it doesn't support Apple HomeKit. The feature is scheduled to be added in 2025. Apple updated its website's footnote in November of this year to reflect the fact that the feature was delayed until 2025. Some other robots won't work with HomeKit however, a lot of them are compatible with Siri Shortcuts.

3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus

The Tapo RV30 Plus TP-Link robot vacuum cleaner is a fantastic choice if you are looking for a vacuum that is able to mop and is priced reasonably. It features a sleek design and a lot of impressive features for its price. You can control the device with different buttons on the device or through the app and even make use of voice commands. The device has a long battery life and the vacuum container is automatically empty.

The TP-Link RV30 Plus does a very good job at vacuuming standard messes and is suitable for light mopping on hard floors. It comes with a new sweeping brush and mopping cloth, as well with a HEPA-filter. It can be used in conjunction with a smart home hub such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for convenient voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus can be easily set up, and connect to various floor surfaces with the automatic mode. This ensures that the best results are achieved for each room and type of floor.

You can choose from three cleaning options to meet your requirements. The vacuuming mode cleanses the entire room and utilizes the sensor's smart technology to detect edges furniture, stairs, and other obstacles. The mopping mode can be used to automatically clean floors or to get rid of stubborn stains and liquid spills. A third option allows you to combine the two functions for a deep and thorough cleaning.

With powerful suction and three settings for dry mopping, TP-Link RV30 Plus quickly picks up pet hair, dust, crumbs and other debris from all types of flooring. It can also clean carpets without damaging them thanks to specially designed mops.

During the first mapping run the TP-Link RV30 Plus scans and stores the layout of your home using its LiDAR and Gyro dual navigation system. The map can be edited in the app and you can combine or divide rooms however you'd prefer. You can also create virtual walls and no-go zones to stop the RV30 Plus from wandering into areas you do not want to be in.

4. Eufy iMop

The Eufy iMop robot vacuum and mop is among the top fully-featured machines for hard flooring. It comes with a sophisticated navigation system that does an excellent job of mapping your home's layout, even across multiple floors. The base station is well-designed, and automates cleaning to a large extent. It also offers incredible obstacle avoidance and navigation.

This model makes use of an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to create a map of your home, resulting in 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 find its way back to the base station, which is a great benefit in case it's running out of battery during a cleaning session.

It also comes with a spot cleaning mode that lets you to mop or clean a 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. In our carpet cleaning robots for Home test it performed well cleaning carpets. However, it struggled to clean carpets and rugs with thick piles. It can be set up to lift the mop pad automatically whenever it comes in contact with carpet. This is a fantastic feature for those who want to avoid having to mop their carpets.

The iMop has an onboard dust bin and water tank, which it empties at the end each cleaning session. The dust bin on board can hold up to 2.5 liters of debris. It 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 easier to clean and maintain than a typical robot cleaner, which could be an important benefit for busy households.

The iMop smartphone app is user-friendly and has a lot of configuration options. It offers multiple suction modes, mopping settings and scheduling. It lets you create virtual walls, no-go zones, and other restrictions to ensure that your robot doesn't wander off into prohibited areas. Additionally, the app lets you view your iMop's status as well as error messages.