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The best robot hoover can vacuum and mop without needing your attention. It will leave your floors clean. Its low cost and top-of-the-line features (such as dirt detection) are great features.

Check your robot's brushes regularly for tangled debris and hair. Wash them if needed. Some models can also automatically empty their onboard dustbin into a larger bin at the base, which decreases the amount of fine dust released into the air.

1. Roomba Q5 pro

The Q5 Pro, and its more expensive counterpart the Q7 Max Series are among the most powerful robotic vacuums we have examined. They have motors that are top of the line and can suction up to 5,500 Pascals. As with other top iRobot models (including the top choice) they employ intelligent mapping technology to create detailed floor plans that avoid common obstacles like cords and furniture legs. They also come with carpet boost, a feature that increases the robot's power when it detects a lot of dirt on the carpet to get it clean quickly.

Both the Q5 and Q7 Max Series get very excellent scores in our floor tests that test for bare floors, and they're particularly adept in cleaning pet hair. However, they have several flaws that prevent them from being our top pick. One of the flaws of the Q5 is its navigation system does not feature AI-powered obstacles avoidance. It's therefore prone to become stuck on socks and shoes and couldn't navigate densely packed rooms very well in our tests. It also doesn't have a camera to see around corners.

However, it's a good choice, especially if you want to save money on a Roomba from iRobot, and you have a mostly bare-floor home or office. It's also extremely quiet and can be used when you're at work or school. The only thing it doesn't have that you can't find in the more expensive iRobot Roomba X30 is edge-to-edge vacuuming on floors that aren't clean. It's also less effective in mopping. It is dependent on disposable wet wipes that don't adhere very well and cannot handle dried-on debris. The Q5 does come with self-emptying docks, however. If you're required to clean the mopping pad, it can be swapped for a wet one in seconds.

2. iRobot Roomba

The iRobot Roomba X30 packs impressive mopping and vacuuming into a sleek, compact package. Its smart cleaning maps and fluid navigation make it simple to clean and effective in dealing with larger particles such as pet hair. It also comes with strong suction and an automatic bin for emptying. It's the most efficient robotic hoovers hoover for carpets, but it falls behind some competitors in terms of deep cleaning.

This high-performance vacuum and mop utilizes sensors to keep away from obstacles and pet waste. It also learns the structure of your home over time to ensure better cleaning. You can change its cleaning schedule and customize zones through the well-designed app. Its battery life is average when compared to similar models.

You can tell the X30 Ultra to remove its mops and to extend them when it's in a room with carpet to prevent cross-contamination. Its flex arm is ideal for getting under low-lying furniture and along baseboards. However, it doesn't have the same level of washboard performance as our other Editors' Choice picks, the Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo N8 Pro+ and the iRobot Combo j9+.

During testing, X30 Ultra was the most efficient robot vacuum/mop which could complete the task of cleaning a whole home and had 66 percent of its battery remaining. It did a good cleaning job on different rooms and floors with various flooring types including certain area carpets. Its obstacle detection was excellent, and it avoided fake dog turds and socks, shoes and bundles cables.

It's more expensive than iRobot Combo v9+ or iRobot Roomba j9+ but offers superior suction and an onboard bin that automatically empties into the base. It also supports voice commands through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. It even cleans the floor after vacuuming, a feature that we've not seen on other robot vacuum/mop combinations.

3. iRobot Roomba X40

With a sleek, circular design that looks more like a regular Roomba than the competition's boxy units This robot vacuums that mop vacuum and mop combo is among the most attractive looking models in our tests. iRobot's latest flagship model also is among the most intelligent and has advanced features like Enhanced Dirt Detection Technology and future compatibility with Matter (another company's robot that can wash its own mop pads).

It's also the only robotic vacuum or mop that scored an absolute 10 out of 10 in our testing. This is thanks to a mix of modern sensors, including a restructured light system, a camera and multiple lasers. The X40 Ultra was the only best robot vacuum and mop we tested that could fill and empty its basestation in a self-contained manner. It also boasted a suction of 12,000Pa as well as self-cleaning mops.

As with other iRobot models like the X40 is user-friendly, with an easy mobile app interface, and integration with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant. The only downside is that the X40 still a noisy unit. This can be a problem in the mornings before work or at night when you are trying to fall asleep.

It's also quite expensive however, not as expensive as the Ecovacs MaxV Ultra or Roborock S8 Omni, which are both equally impressive and attractive. This is a two-in-one vacuum that's extremely powerful however it's going to cost you more and create more noise.

iRobot L20 Ultra

The L20 Ultra is a top-of-the-range robot vacuum and mop with a variety of sophisticated features that let you forget about your chores. The L20 Ultra is a hands-free cleaner, similar to Ecovacs' top-of-the-range X2 Omni or Roborock's S8 Pro Ultra. It features a multi-functional dock that can automatically emptys the bin of the vacuum and fills up the water tank, and washes and drys mop pads.

The smart robot uses a combination of LIDAR and structured light to draw out floor plans and spot obstacles, making it more efficient than its more expensive rivals. It also comes with a front-mounted camera that can detect hazards in real-time however this was not 100% reliable in our tests and could be confused with obstructions or power cords.

The vacuum cleaner comes with an maximum suction of 7,000 Pascals which is more than sufficient to accomplish the task. It also comes with "Intelligent Dirt Detection", which regulates the intensity at which the vac works and adjusts the frequency of cleaning for different areas of your home according to how dirty they are.

If you own a larger home, it's worth choosing a model that has the option of cleaning zones or spots. This lets you tell the robot which area of your home must be cleaned using the app or voice command. A stair mode can be useful if you own a number of furniture. For families with busy schedules, a recharge function and resume feature that permits your robot vacuum to resume where it left off can be very beneficial.

5. iRobot Roomba RX3

The RX3 is more intelligent than its price would suggest. It vacuums well and picked up 55% debris in our tests. (It was second to the Roomba Q5 Pro). It also mops using a single pad and a rotating motion that cleans better that most mop cleaners for robots that we've tested. It's also self-sufficient, with a full-featured application and a self-emptying, washable base.

The iRobot app is designed to help you navigate an exercise in mapping, which gathers information on your floorplan and any "no go" areas that you've marked on the map. It can be used to design cleaning schedules or organize the spot-cleaning. You can also use it to rank your most filthy areas for greater efficiency. The app also provides access to many features, such as seasonal suggestions, custom maps, and advanced settings for your cleaning.

Its shape is more rectangular than other robot vacuums, meaning it can get to corners and underneath furniture better. It also has strong suction of 8,000 Pascal suction and combs with intelligent technology for pet hair. You can also set up a spot cleaning that scours a specific area.

The Miele Scout RX3 Home Vision HD is a sleeker and less expensive alternative to the iRobot Roomba. It has a more attractive design, akin to Dolce & Gabbana. The twin cameras are shaped like adorable eyes. It does a good job vacuuming but is more prone to getting caught on low thresholds and is louder than the other top robotic vacuums we've examined. It also has a less user-friendly app and a small base station that isn't able to double as a bin for emptying.