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The Best Robot Hoover
The best robot hoover can mop and vacuum without needing your attention, and it leaves your floors spotless. Its price is surprisingly low and high-end features (such as dirt detection) are great features.
Examine your robot's brush regularly for tangled debris and hair. Clean them as needed. Certain models also automatically empty the onboard dustbin and deposit it in a larger bin at the base. This can reduce the amount of fine dust that is released into the air.
1. Roomba Q5 pro
The Q5 Pro and its sibling, the more expensive Q7 Max Series, are among the most powerful robot vacuums we've tested. They are equipped with motors that are top of the quality and can suction up to 5,500 Pascals. Like other premium iRobots (including the most powerful model) they employ smart mapping to produce precise floorplans that avoid obstacles such as cords and furniture leg. They also feature a feature called carpet boost that increases the robot's power when it detects the presence of dirt on the carpet in order to get it cleaned quickly.
The Q5 and Q7 Max Series both scored very well in our tests on floors that were bare They are also adept in removing dog hair. However, they do have some flaws that prevent them from being our top choice. One of the weaknesses of the Q5 is its navigation system does not feature AI-powered obstacles avoidance. It's therefore prone to get stuck on socks and shoes and could not navigate through rooms with a lot of people well during our tests. It also doesn't have a camera to see around corners.
It's still a great deal, especially if your home or office has a lot of unfinished flooring and you're looking to save money. It's also very quiet and you can use it while you're at work or going to school. It's not equipped with the edge-to-edge floor vacuuming that is available in the more expensive iRobot Roomba X30. It's also less effective when it comes to mopping. It relies on disposable wet wipes that don't adhere well and aren't able to deal with dried-on debris. The Q5 does come with self-emptying docks, however. If you need to mop, the mopping pad can be swapped for one that is wet in just a few minutes.
2. iRobot Roomba
The iRobot Roomba X30 is a compact, sleek vacuum cleaner that can sweep floors. Its smart cleaning maps and fluid navigation make it simple to clean, and effective in dealing with larger particles, like pet hair. It also has strong suction and a self-emptying bin. It's the best robot vacuum for carpets, although it lags behind some competitors in deep cleaning.
This top-performing mop and vacuum combination utilizes advanced sensors to dodge obstacles and pet waste, and it will learn the layout of your home over time for more efficient cleaning. You can change its cleaning schedule and set up zones with the well-designed app. Its battery life is average when compared to similar models.
You can tell the X30 Ultra to remove its mop and extend them when it's in a room with carpet to prevent cross-contamination. The flex arm can be used to reach under furniture with low levels and along baseboards. However, it's not equipped with the same level of washboard performance as our other Editors' Choice picks, the Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo N8 Pro+ and the iRobot Combo j9+.
During tests, X30 Ultra was the quickest robot vacuum/mop that could complete the task of cleaning a whole home with just 66 percent of its battery remaining. It did a great cleaning job on various floors and rooms with different kinds of flooring, including some area rug. Its obstacle detection was superb, and it avoided fake dog turds, socks, shoes and bundles cables.
It's a little more expensive than iRobot Combo v9+ or iRobot Roomba j9+ but has superior suction and an onboard bin that automatically empty into the base. It also supports voice commands through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. It can even clean the floor after it vacuums this feature, which hasn't been seen in other robotic vacuum/mop combos.
3. IRobot Roomba X40
With a sleek, circular design that looks more like a normal Roomba rather than the compact models this robot vacuum and mop combo is one of the most appealing looking in our tests. iRobot’s latest flagship model is also among its most advanced. It comes with advanced features like Enhanced Dirt Detection and future compatibility (another company’s robot that can wash mop pads autonomously).
It's the only robotic mop or vacuum mop cleaner robot that scored 100% in our testing thanks to a blend of high-tech sensors, which include cameras, a structured lighting system and multiple lasers. The X40 Ultra is also the only robot in our tests that is fully self-refill and empty its base station, and it boasts its own self-cleaning mop pads.
Like other iRobot models like the X40 is easy to use, offering an intuitive mobile app interface and integration with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Google Assistant. The only downside is that the X40 is still a noisy unit. This could be a concern in the mornings prior to work or in the evening when you are trying to sleep.
It's also a bit expensive, but it's not as pricey as the Ecovacs X2 Omni or the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra both of which are equally powerful and more attractive. If you're willing to put up some more volume and some extra cost this is a capable two-in-one that should satisfy most people.
4. iRobot Roomba L20 Ultra
The L20 Ultra is a top-of-the-range robot vacuum and mop with many advanced features that let you forget about your chores. The L20 Ultra is a hands-free cleaning device, similar to Ecovacs top-of-the-line X2 Omni or Roborock's S8 Pro Ultra. It comes with a multi-function dock that will automatically empty the vacuum's bin and refills the water tank, and cleans and drys mop pads.
The smart robot makes use of LIDAR and structured lighting to map out floor plans and detect obstacles. It can navigate more efficiently than its competitors with premium features. It also comes with a front-mounted camera for real-time detection of hazards but this wasn't foolproof in our tests and was sometimes confused with power cords or obstructions.
The vacuum cleaner has a maximum suction of 7,000 Pascals which is more than enough to do the job. It also comes with an attribute called "Intelligent Dirt Detection", which regulates the power of the automatic vacuum and mop and adjusts cleaning frequency for different areas in the home based on how dirty those areas are.
For bigger homes it's recommended to choose a model with zone or spot cleaning modes that let you tell the robot to clean one particular area of your house by using the app or via voice commands. If you have furniture, a stair mode is also a good option. For families that are busy recharge functions and resume feature that permits your robot vacuum to resume where it left off can be extremely useful.
5. iRobot Roomba RX3
The RX3 is a smarter cleaner than you'd imagine from its price. It is a good vacuum cleaner, picking up 55% debris in our tests. (It was second to the Roomba Q5 Pro). It also mops using a single pad and a reciprocating motion which is cleaner than the majority of the mop cleaners with robots that vacuum and mop that we've tested. It's also highly self-sufficient, with a fully-featured app, and a self-emptying base that is washable.
The well-designed iRobot app guides you through an initial mapping run that gathers information about your floorplan as well as any "no-go" areas you set on the map. You can use it to create cleaning schedules, arrange a spot clean or to prioritise your dirtiest rooms for better performance. The app also provides access to a host of options, including seasonal suggestions, custom maps, and advanced settings for your cleaning.
Its shape is more rectangular than other robot vacuums, which means it can reach corners and underneath furniture more easily. It has an impressive 8000 Pascal suction, as well as sophisticated combs that remove pet hair. You can also create a spot-clean that scours a specific area.
The Miele Scout RX3 Home Vision HD is a more sleek and less expensive alternative to iRobot Roomba. It has a more attractive design, similar to Dolce & Gabbana. The twin cameras are designed to resemble adorable eyes. It is great at vacuuming, but it is more likely to be caught in low thresholds. It also has a higher noise than other top robot vacuum with mop vacuums we've examined. It also has a less intuitive app and a small base station that isn't able to double as a bin for emptying.