Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

While robots can't replace a conventional vacuum in picking up ground-in debris such as 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. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The iRobot Roomba i3+ is a fantastic robot vacuum with a number smart features to make it easier to maintain. The automatic vacuum cleaners bin emptying feature is among the most useful features we've encountered in a robotic vacuum. It's great on both carpets and hard floors. It's also easy to install and use with the app that guides you step-by-step through the procedure. 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, and then the battery died.

The i3+ EVO unlike the other robot vacuums we tested has a self-emptying bin that automatically disposes of debris in an external dirt compartment located on its charging base once it is fully filled. This makes it easier to maintain the unit and also helps prevent the i3+ EVO from overfilling, but it still requires manually emptied after every cleaning session. The i3+ EVO's internal dust bin holds 2.4L of trash that is more than enough to last several cleaning sessions before you have to replace it.

Like the i7, this model also uses the latest floor sensors to create maps and navigate in neat rows. The i3+ EVO can only store one map, whereas the i7 can store multiple. The i7 can also make use of its map to create no-go zones as well as virtual barriers, however the i3+ EVO can't.

The i3+ EVO does a better job of removing debris from the surface in comparison to other robovacs that we have reviewed, but it is not the most effective in cleaning edges and corners. It's also a bit less gentle on furniture, despite being surprisingly quiet. It pushed chairs away from walls, and made some collisions with the sides of our test bed, and also became stuck on cords and toys while testing.

2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro

If you're looking to expand your collection of robot vacuums or are just starting out with the Q5 Pro is a great choice. It packs powerful power, smart navigation and easy automation into a sleek and stylish design for a reasonable price. It's the best cheap robot vacuum value for the money available currently, and it even matches some Roborock models that are much more expensive in many ways.

This robot does a great job of cleaning floors with no dust and its avoidance system helps it steer clear of furniture legs and other obstacles. It also does well on carpets and scores an excellent score in our navigation tests. The only issue is that it's a little more raucous than the other models we test, and it doesn't fare similarly in our user satisfaction or predicted reliability tests.

The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust bin that is 770ml, meaning that you won't need to empty it as frequently as other 2-in-1 robots. The 240-minute runtime is very generous compared to others we've tested. When the battery is low, it returns to its dock and recharges, before starting cleaning where it left off. You can manage the Q5 Pro via the app and also use voice commands using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.

This is the first robot we've seen with 3D mapping. This, in conjunction with 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 view the status of the battery as well as other things. The app is simple to use, but it doesn't support Apple HomeKit; that feature is slated to be added in 2025. As of the beginning of November, Apple has updated a footnote on its website to reflect that this feature is delayed until 2025. HomeKit is not compatible with other robots, however Siri Shortcuts are.

3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus

If you are looking for a robotic vacuum cleaner that also mop and is affordable, the TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus is the right choice. It has a wide array of features for the cost and features a stylish design. It can be controlled using the buttons on the machine, via the app or even by using voice commands. The device is battery-powered and the vacuum container can automatically empty itself.

The TP-Link RV30 Plus is a excellent vacuum cleaner that can handle standard messes. It can also be used to mop lightly on hard floors. It comes with a replacement mopping cloth and the sweeping brush and a HEPA filter. It can be connected to a smart hub like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to control the device using voice. The TP-Link RV30 Plus is easy to set up and is connected to a range of flooring surfaces by using the automatic mode. This ensures the best cleaning results for every room and floor type.

You can choose from three cleaning modes that will meet your requirements. The vacuuming mode makes use of the smart sensor for detection of obstacles such as furniture, stairs edges, and stairs. The mopping mode can be used to sweep the floor automatically or to eliminate the stubborn stains and liquid spills. You can combine both functions to achieve the most thorough and thorough cleaning.

The TP-Link RV30 Plus comes with a powerful suction, 3 settings for dry mopping, and can quickly remove dust, pet hairs, crumbs and other debris from floors of any type. The device can clean carpets without damaging the flooring due to specially-designed mop heads.

During the first mapping session, the TP-Link RV30 Plus scans and stores the layout of your home by using its LiDAR and Gyro dual navigation system. You can alter the map within the app and split or merge rooms according to your preference. You can also design virtual walls and no-go zones to stop the RV30 Plus from straying into areas you do not want.

4. Eufy iMop

The Eufy iMop is one of the top full-featured robot vacuums and mops for hard floors. It comes with a sophisticated navigation system that does an outstanding job of mapping your home's layout, even across multiple floor levels. The well-designed base station nearly completely automates the cleaning process. It is a great obstacle avoidance system and navigation.

This model uses an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to identify your home's location, and create efficient cleaning routes. The iMop received high marks for its coverage and navigation. It also did a great job in avoiding obstacles like furniture. It also has the ability to locate its way back to the base station which is a great feature in the event that it's running out of battery during a cleaning session.

It also comes with a spot cleaning mode that lets you to clean or mop the specific area of your floor. It can also be programmed to follow a specific route. This is great if you have narrow stairs or hallways. In our carpet cleaning test it did a good job cleaning carpets. However, it struggled to clean rugs and carpets with longer piles. It can also be set to automatically raise the mop pad whenever it comes into contact with carpet, which is a great feature if you want to avoid mopping your carpets.

The iMop features an onboard dust bin as well as a water tank that it empties and refills at the end of each cleaning session. The dust bin onboard can hold up to 2.5 liters and only needs to be empty every two cleaning cycles. The water tank can withstand about a dozen mopping sessions before it is dry. The iMop requires less maintenance and cleaning than an average robot sweeper remote vacuum cleaner (click this), which can be a major selling point for busy families.

The iMop's smartphone app is easy to use and packed with configuration options. It has various suction settings, mopping settings and scheduling. It also lets you create virtual walls and no-go zones so the robot vacuum hoover won't wander into areas that aren't safe for it. The app also gives access to the iMop status and warnings about errors.