Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

Robots aren’t so good in removing debris like screws made of metal or pieces of pasta. But they’re amazing at brushing away pet hair, dust and dust. The best models have intelligent navigation technology and object avoidance capabilities that help them maneuver around toys, cords and other household obstacles.

1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The iRobot Roomba i3+ is a fantastic robot vacuum that has many smart features that make it easier to maintain. Its automatic bin emptying is among the most useful features we’ve seen in a robot and it’s compatible with hard floors as well as carpets. The app guides you through the entire process. It’s also simple to use and set up. Another notable feature is the ability to return to where it left off in our tests–it did this for 77 minutes in one cleaning, before running out of battery.

The i3+ EVO, unlike some of the other robot vacuums that we tested comes with a self-emptying bin that automatically dumps debris in an external dirt container on its charging base when it is full. The i3+ EVO is able to prevent overfilling by a self-emptying bin. However it must be manually empty at the end of each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO’s internal dust bin holds 2.4L of debris that is more than enough to last several cleaning sessions before you need to replace it.

The i3+ EVO, just like the i7, uses cutting-edge floor-tracking sensors to produce maps. It also lets you navigate through neat rows. The i3+ EVO can only store one map, whereas the i7 can store multiple. The i7’s map can be used to create virtual barriers and no-go zones, but not for the i3+ EVO.

Although the i3+ EVO is superior in removing debris on surfaces than the other robovacs that we tested however, it’s not the most effective when it comes to cleaning corners and edges. It’s also more abrasive on furniture despite being relatively quiet. It was a bit rough on furniture, as it moved chairs away. It also made some collisions against the sides of the test bed.

2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro

If you’re looking to expand your collection of robot vacuums or just beginning your journey with the Q5 Pro is a great option. It packs powerful power, advanced navigation, and handy automation into a sleek design for a reasonable price. It’s the most efficient pound-for pound model on sale right now and even beats some of Roborock’s more expensive models in many ways.

This robot does a great job of cleaning floors with no dust and its avoidance technology helps it stay clear of furniture legs and other obstacles. It also performs well on carpets, and earns the highest score on our navigation tests. The only drawback is that it’s a little more raucous than the other models we test, and it doesn’t fare as well in our owners satisfaction and predicted reliability assessments.

The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust bin that is 770ml, which means that you won’t have to empty it as often as other 2-in-1 robots. The Q5 Pro’s 240-minute running time is also generous when in comparison to other 2-in-1 robots we tested. If the battery is empty 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 the first robot we’ve seen with 3D mapping. That, combined with some other innovations, makes it perform exceptionally well in our mopping and vacuuming tests. It allows you to plan cleaning schedules, create no-go zones, and check the status of the battery among other things. The app is easy to use, however it doesn’t support Apple HomeKit. This feature is scheduled to be added in 2025. As of early November, Apple has updated a footnote on its website to note that this feature will be 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

If you are looking for a robotic vacuum cleaner that can also mop and is very affordable the TP-Link Tapo R30 Plus is the best option. It features a sleek design and a lot of amazing features for the price. It is possible to operate the device by using various buttons on the device or through the app and even use voice commands. The device has long battery life, and the vacuum container can be auto-emptied.

The TP-Link RV30 Plus does a excellent job of vacuuming standard messes and is suitable for light mopping on hard floors. It comes with a new sweeping brush and mopping cloth, as well as a HEPA-filter. It can be used with an intelligent hub such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to provide voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus is easy to set up and can be connected to a range of floor surfaces with the automatic floor Cleaners mode. This guarantees that the most effective results are achieved for every room and flooring.

You can select from three cleaning options to meet your requirements. The vacuuming mode is a thorough cleaning of the room. It uses the sensor’s smart technology to detect edges furniture, stairs, and other obstacles. The mopping mode can be utilized to automatically clean your floor or to remove stubborn liquid spills and stains. You can combine both functions to achieve a thorough and deep cleaning.

With a powerful suction, and 3 settings for dry mopping, the TP Link RV30 Plus quickly picks up pet hair, dust and other crumbs from all flooring types. The device can clean carpets without damaging the material because of specially designed mop heads.

During its first mapping session, TP-Link RV30 Plus scans your home and saves it by using its dual navigation system of LiDAR and Gyro. The map can be edited using the app and you can combine or split rooms as you’d like. You can also set up no-go zones and virtual walls to prevent the RV30 Plus from entering areas that you don’t want it be in.

4. Eufy iMop

The Eufy iMop robot vacuum and mop is one of best fully-featured machines for flooring made of hard wood. 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 degree. It also provides amazing obstacles-avoiding and navigation.

This model utilizes a dToF internal LiDAR sensor to create a map of your home, resulting in efficient cleaning routes. The iMop received high marks for its navigation and coverage. It also did an excellent job in avoiding obstacles like furniture. It’s also able to locate its way back to the base station, which is a nice feature in the event it is unable to recharge its battery during a cleaning session.

The spot cleaning mode allows you to clean a particular area on your floor. It can also be programmed to follow a predetermined route, which is helpful in narrow hallways or stairs. In our carpet cleaning test, it did a good job cleaning carpets. However, it struggled to clean rugs and carpets with thick piles. It can be set up to raise the mop pad automatically when it comes into contact with carpet. This is a fantastic feature for those who want to not have to mop their carpets.

The iMop comes with an onboard dust bin and an water tank that empties and refills at the end of each cleaning session. The onboard dust bin holds up to 2.5 liters of debris and is only required to be emptying it every few cleaning cycles. The water tank is able to handle more than a dozen mopping sessions before it runs out. The iMop requires less maintenance and cleaning than an average robot vacuum, which can be a major selling point for busy families.

The iMop smartphone app is user-friendly and offers a wide range of configuration options. It comes with different suction settings as well as mopping settings, and scheduling. It allows you to set up virtual walls, no-go zones, and other restrictions to ensure that the robot won’t wander into areas that aren’t safe for it. Additionally, the app gives you access to your iMop’s status as well as warnings about errors.