Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos
While robots won't be able to replace a traditional vacuum for picking up ground-in debris such as metal screws and chunks of orzo pasta, they're great in sweeping dust, crumbs and hair from pets. The most effective models come with intelligent navigation systems, which assists them in avoiding cords, toys and other obstacles in the household.
1. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot EVO
The iRobot Roomba i3+ is a fantastic robot vacuum that comes with several smart features that make it easier to maintain. The automatic bin emptying feature is among the most useful features we've encountered in a robotic vacuum. It is a great choice for both carpets and hard floors. It's also easy to set up and use with the app that guides you through the process step-by-step. Its ability to resumptuate where it left off in our tests is another impressive feature. It could do this for 77 minute on one cleaning, and then the battery died.
In contrast to other robovacs that we tested, the i3+ EVO has an automatic emptying bin that dumps debris into an external dirt compartment on the base of its charging when it's filled. This helps reduce the need for hands-on maintenance and helps keep the i3+ EVO from overfilling, but it still needs to be manually empty after each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO's inner dustbin holds 2.4L of trash that is more than enough to get it through several cleaning sessions before needing to replace it.
Similar to the i7, this model uses state-of-the-art floor tracking sensors to create maps and navigate in neat rows. The i3+ EVO can only store one map, while the i7 can store multiple. The map of the i7 can be used to create virtual barriers and no-go zones, but not for the i3+ EVO.
The i3+ EVO does a better job of removing debris from the surface in comparison to other robovacs we've reviewed, but it is not the most effective in cleaning corners and edges. It's also more abrasive on furniture, despite being fairly quiet. It pulled chairs away from walls, and made some collisions with the sides of our test bed, and it became stuck on cords and toys during testing.
2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro
If you're looking to increase your collection of robot vacuums or just starting out with the Q5 Pro is a great choice. It has an elegant design, powerful navigation, and effective automation at a reasonable price. It's the best model for the money you can get at the moment and is even better than other Roborock models which are much more expensive in a variety of ways.
This robot does a fantastic job of cleaning floors with no dust and its avoidance technology helps it stay clear of furniture legs and other obstacles. It also excels on carpets and gets a high score for our navigation tests. The only issue is that it's louder than other models and doesn't perform better in our user-satisfaction and predicted reliability assessments.
The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust container of 770ml, meaning that you won't have to empty it as frequently as other 2-in-1 robots. The Q5 Pro's 240-minute running time is also impressive when contrasted with other 2-in-1 robots we tested. If the battery is empty, it returns to its dock and automatically recharges before resuming cleaning where it left off. You can control the Q5 Pro via the app and make voice commands using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
This is the first robot we've seen that incorporates 3D mapping. This along with other advancements, helped it perform exceptionally well in our tests for vacuuming and mopping test. It allows you to schedule cleanings, set no-go zones and see the status of the battery, among other things. The app is simple to use, though it doesn't support Apple HomeKit which is expected to be available by 2025. As of November 1, Apple has updated a footnote on its website to reflect that this feature is delayed until 2025. budget robot vacuum won't work with HomeKit however, a lot of them are compatible with Siri Shortcuts.
3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus
The TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus robot vacuum cleaner is an excellent choice if you are looking for a robot that is able to mop and is affordable. It offers an impressive set of features at a reasonable cost and features a stylish design. You can control the device using different buttons on the machine or through the app and even use voice commands. The device is battery-powered and the vacuum container is able to automatically empty itself.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus is a great vacuum cleaner for standard mess. It can also be used to gently mop on hard floors. It comes with a new sweeping brush and mopping cloth, aswell with an HEPA-filter. It can be used in conjunction with a smart home hub like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for convenient voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus is easy to set up and is connected to a variety of flooring surfaces by using the automatic mode. This ensures the best cleaning results for every room and floor type.
You can select from three cleaning modes to suit your requirements. The vacuuming mode makes use of the intelligent sensor to detect of obstacles such as furniture, stairs edges, and stairs. The mopping mode is used to clean the floor in a systematic manner or to eliminate the stubborn stains and liquid spills. Another option is to combine both functions for a deep and thorough cleaning.
The TP Link RV30 Plus features an impressive suction and 3 settings for dry mopping, and can quickly remove dust, pet hairs, crumbs and other debris from floors of any kind. The device can clean carpets without damaging the flooring because of specially designed mop heads.
In its initial mapping session, TP-Link RV30 Plus scans your home and saves it using its dual navigation system of LiDAR and Gyro. You can edit the map using the app and split or merge rooms according to your preference. You can also create no-go zones and virtual walls to prevent the RV30 Plus from wandering into areas you don't want it to be in.
4. Eufy iMop
The Eufy iMop is one of the most powerful fully-featured robot vacuum and mop combos for hard floors. It features a high-tech mapping system that can map your home across several floors. And the extremely well-designed base station virtually automates the cleaning process. It also provides amazing obstacle avoidance and navigation.
This model utilizes an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to map out your home and design efficient cleaning routes. The iMop excelled in our navigation efficiency and coverage evaluations and was also efficient in eliminating obstacles, like furniture. It can also find its way back to the base station in case it runs out of batteries during cleaning.
The spot cleaning mode allows you to clean a certain space on your floor. It can also be programmed manually to follow a specific route. This is ideal for narrow stairs or hallways. In our carpet cleaning test, it was successful in cleaning carpets. However, it had a difficult time to clean rugs and carpets with thick piles. It is also able to automatically lift the mop pad once it comes in contact with carpet. This is a wonderful feature to avoid mowing your carpets.
The iMop has an onboard dustbin as well as a water tank, which it emptys at the end of each cleaning session. The dust bin onboard can hold up to 2.5 liters and only needs to be cleaned every two cleaning cycles. The water tank can withstand about a dozen mopping sessions before it runs dry. The iMop is more easy to maintain and clean than the typical robot cleaner, which could be an important selling point for busy households.
The iMop's smartphone app is simple to use and packed with options for setting up. It has various suction settings as well as mopping settings, and scheduling. It also lets you design virtual walls and no-go zones to ensure that the robot doesn't wander into areas that aren't safe for it. The app also allows access to the iMop status and errors messages.