Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos
Robots aren't as good at removing particles such as metal screws or pieces of pasta. They are however excellent at sweeping dust, pet hair, and food particles. The most effective models come with smart navigation technology, which helps them avoid cords, toys, and other obstacles in the household.
1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO
The iRobot Roomba i3+ is a fantastic robot vacuum that comes with several smart features that make it easier to maintain. Its automatic bin emptying is among the most convenient features we've seen on the form of a robot, and it works well on both hard floors and carpets. The app walks you through the entire process. It's also easy to use and set up. Its ability to resume where it left off during our tests is a great feature. It was able to do this for 77 minutes on one cleaning before the battery was exhausted.
The i3+ EVO unlike the other robot vacuums that we tested comes with a self-emptying bin that automatically dumps debris into an external dirt container on its charging base once it is fully filled. This reduces hands-on maintenance and also helps prevent the i3+ EVO from overfilling, however it must be manually cleaned after each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO dustbin can hold 2.4L that is enough to last four to five cleaning sessions.
The i3+ EVO, just like the i7, uses cutting-edge floor-tracking sensors that create maps. It can also allow you to navigate through neat rows. The i3+ EVO can only store one map, whereas the i7 is able to store multiple. The i7 is also able to utilize its map to create no-go zones as well as virtual barriers, however the i3+ EVO cannot.
The i3+ EVO does a better job of picking up surface debris when compared to other robovacs that we have looked at, but it's not the best at cleaning edges and corners. It's also more abrasive on furniture, despite being remarkably quiet. It was a bit rough on furniture, since it forced chairs away. It also made some collisions with the sides of the bed.
2. Black & Decker Pro Q5
If you're looking to expand your collection of robot vacuums or just beginning your journey, the Q5 Pro is a great choice. It packs a lot of power, a smart navigation system, and handy automation into a slick design for a reasonable price. It's the best value for the money you can get currently and even beats the Roborock models that are more expensive in a variety of ways.
This robot does a great job of cleaning floors that are not clean, and its avoidance technology assists it in avoiding furniture legs and other obstacles. It also performs well on carpet and earns a high 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 owner-satisfaction and predicted reliability tests.
The Q5 Pro has a very large 770ml dust bin that means you won't have to empty it as frequently as some other 2-in-1 robots. The Q5 Pro's 240 minute running time is also a lot when contrasted with other 2-in-1 robots that we tested. When the battery is low it goes back to its dock and recharges, before starting cleaning where it stopped. You can control the Q5 Pro via the app and make voice commands using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
This is among the first robots we've seen to incorporate 3D mapping. This, along with other innovations, helps it perform exceptionally well during our mopping and vacuuming tests. It allows you to schedule cleanings, set no-go zones and see the battery's status as well as other things. The app is simple to use, but it does not support Apple HomeKit. The feature is scheduled to be added in 2025. Apple changed its footnote on its website in November of this year to reflect the fact that this feature has been delayed until 2025. HomeKit is not compatible with other robots, however Siri Shortcuts are.
3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus
If you want a robot vacuum cleaner that is able to mop, and is a great value, the TP Link Tapo RV30 Plus is the best option. It comes with a plethora of features at a reasonable price and features a stylish design. You can control the device with different buttons on the machine or via the app and even make use of voice commands. The device is powered by batteries and the vacuum container is able to automatically empty itself.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus does a great job at cleaning up messes of all kinds and is suitable for light mopping on hard floors. It comes with a sweeping brush replacement and mopping cloth as well with a HEPA-filter. It can be used with smart hubs such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to control the device using voice. The TP-Link RV30 Plus is easy to set up and can be connected to a range of flooring surfaces by using the automatic mode. This guarantees that the best results are achieved for each room and type of floor.
Three cleaning modes are available to fit your requirements. The vacuuming mode is a thorough cleaning of the room. It makes use of the sensor's smart technology to detect edges, stairs, furniture and other obstacles. The mopping mode is used to clean the floor automatically or to eliminate staining and liquid spills. You can combine both features to provide the most thorough and thorough cleaning.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus has a powerful suction, 3 settings for dry mopping, and is able to quickly remove dust pet hairs, crumbs, and other debris from floors of any kind. It can clean carpets without damaging it because of specially designed mop heads.
In its first mapping run, TP-Link RV30 Plus scans your home and stores it by using its dual navigation system of LiDAR and Gyro. The map can be edited in the app and you can combine or divide rooms however you'd like. You can also set up virtual walls and no-go zones to prevent the RV30 Plus from wandering into areas that you don't want it to enter.
4. Eufy iMop
The Eufy iMop is one of the most powerful fully-featured mop and robot vacuum combos for hard floors. It has a high-tech mapping system that maps your home even across multiple floors. The base station is well-designed and automates cleaning to a large extent. It offers excellent obstacle avoidance and navigation.
This model utilizes a dToF internal LiDAR sensor to create a map of your home, resulting in efficient cleaning routes. The iMop was a winner in our assessment of the effectiveness of navigation and coverage, and it was very adept at getting around obstacles, such as furniture. Full Document finds its way back to the base station if it runs out of batteries during cleaning.
It also has a spot cleaning mode that lets you to clean or mop an part of your floor. It can also be manually programmed to follow a specific path, which is useful for narrow hallways or stairs. It did a decent job of cleaning carpets in our carpet cleaning review, but it struggled with longer pile carpets and carpets. It is also possible to set it to automatically raise the mop pad whenever it comes into contact with carpet, which is a fantastic option if you wish to avoid mowing your carpets.
The iMop comes with an onboard dust bin and water tank that emptys at the end of each cleaning session. The dust bin onboard can hold up to 2.5 Liters and only has to be empty every two cleaning cycles. The water tank can handle half a dozen mopping session before running out. The iMop is much easier to maintain and clean than the typical robot cleaner, and can be a major selling point for busy households.
The smartphone app of iMop is simple to use and packed with options for setting up. It offers multiple suction modes, mopping settings, and also scheduling. It allows you to set up virtual walls, no-go zones, and other restrictions so that the robot won't wander into areas that aren't safe for it. The app also provides access to iMop status and error messages.