Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos
While robots aren't able to substitute for a conventional vacuum in picking up ground-in debris like metal screws and pieces of orzo pasta, they're great at sweeping crumbs, dust and hair from pets. The best models have intelligent navigation technology and object avoidance features that help them maneuver around toys, cords and other obstacles in the household.
1. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot EVO
The iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO is an excellent robot vacuum with a number of clever features that make it more easy to maintain than other models. The automatic bin emptying feature is among the most impressive features we've seen in a robot vacuum. It's great on carpets as well as hard floors. It's also easy to install and use, with the app guiding you step-by-step through the process. Another notable feature is its 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.
In best robot floor cleaner to other robovacs we've test, the i3+ EVO has self-emptying bins that dump debris into an external dirt compartment on its charging base when it's full. This reduces hands-on maintenance and also helps prevent the i3+ EVO from overfilling, but it still needs to be manually empty after each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO dustbin can hold 2.4L, which is enough to last four to five cleaning sessions.
This model, like the i7, uses cutting-edge floor-tracking sensors to produce maps. It also allows you to navigate in neat rows. The i3+ EVO can only keep one map, whereas the i7 can store multiple. The i7 can also utilize its map to create no-go zones as well as virtual barriers, but the i3+ EVO cannot.
The i3+ EVO does a better job of picking up surface debris in comparison to other robovacs that we have reviewed, but it is not the most effective in cleaning corners and edges. It's also a bit less gentle on furniture, despite being fairly quiet. It was a bit rough on furniture, as it forced chairs away. It also caused collisions with the sides of the bed.
2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro
The Q5 Pro is an excellent option, whether you're expanding your robot vacuum collection, or just getting started. It features an elegant design with powerful navigation and useful automation at a reasonable price. It's the most affordable model for the money on the market right now and even beats other Roborock models which are more expensive in a variety of ways.
This robot is great in cleaning floors that are not clean, and its avoidance tech helps it steer clear of furniture legs or other obstacles. It also does well on carpets and gets the top score in our navigation tests. The only snag is that it's a little louder than other models we test and it doesn't do similarly in our user satisfaction and predicted reliability assessments.
The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust container of 770ml, meaning that you won't need to empty it as often as other 2-in-1 robots. The Q5 Pro's 240-minute running time is also impressive when compared to other 2-in-1 robots that we tested. If the battery is empty it goes back to its dock and automatically recharges before continuing cleaning where it left off. You can manage the Q5 Pro using the app or voice commands via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
This is one of the first robots we've seen to incorporate 3D mapping. That, combined with some other advancements, allows it to perform exceptionally well in our vacuuming and mopping tests. You can schedule cleanings and set up no-go zones. You can also see the battery status. The app is easy to use, even though it does not support Apple HomeKit; that feature is slated to be added by 2025. Apple changed its footnote on its website in early November to reflect that the feature was delayed until 2025. A few other robots aren't compatible with HomeKit, but many of them work with Siri Shortcuts.
3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus
If you are looking for a robotic vacuum cleaner that is able to mop, and is a great value, the TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus is the best option. It comes with a plethora of features for the price and has a chic design. It is possible to operate the device by using various buttons on the machine or through the app and even use voice commands. The device is powered by batteries, and the vacuum container can automatically empty itself.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus does a excellent job of cleaning up messes of all kinds and is suitable for light mopping on hard floors. It comes with a replacement mopping cloth and the sweeping brush and an HEPA filter. It can be used in conjunction with a smart home hub such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for convenient voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus can be easily set up and can be connected to different floor surfaces by using the automatic mode. This guarantees the most effective cleaning results for each area and floor type.
You can select from three cleaning modes that will meet your needs. The vacuuming mode cleans the entire room and makes use of the sensor's smart technology to detect edges, stairs, furniture and other obstacles. The mopping feature can be used to automatically clean floors or to remove stubborn liquid spills and stains. Another option is to combine both modes to provide a more thorough and thorough cleaning.
With a powerful suction, and 3 settings for dry mopping, TP-Link RV30 Plus is quick to remove dust, pet hair, crumbs and other debris from all types of flooring. The device can clean carpets without damaging the material because of specially designed mop heads.
In its first mapping session, TP-Link RV30 Plus scans your home and stores it with its dual navigation system of LiDAR and Gyro. The map can be edited within the app, and you can merge or split rooms as you prefer. You can also build virtual walls and no-go zones to prevent the RV30 Plus from wandering in areas you don't want to be in.
4. Eufy iMop
The Eufy iMop is one of the top full-featured robot vacuums and mops for hard floors. It comes with a cutting-edge mapping system that can map your home across several floors. And the well-designed base station almost fully automates the cleaning process. It also provides amazing obstacle avoidance and navigation.
This model makes use of an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to identify your home's location, and create efficient cleaning routes. The iMop was rated highly for its accuracy and navigation. It also did an excellent job in avoiding obstacles like furniture. It is also able to find its way to the base station if it runs out of batteries 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 certain path. This is great if you have narrow hallways or stairs. In our carpet cleaning test it performed well cleaning carpets. However, it had a difficult time to clean carpets and rugs with thick piles. It can be set up to raise the mop pad when it comes into contact with carpet. This is a fantastic feature for those who wish to avoid having to mop their carpets.
The iMop includes an onboard dustbin as well as a water tank, which it empties at the end each cleaning session. The dust bin can hold up to 2.5 liters and only needs to be empty every two cleaning cycles. The water tank can handle about a dozen mopping sessions before it runs dry. The iMop requires less maintenance and cleaning than an standard robot vacuum, which can be a big selling point for busy families.
The iMop smartphone app is simple to use and has a lot of configuration options. It offers various suction settings as well as mopping settings, and scheduling. It allows you to create virtual walls, no-go zones and other limitations to ensure that your robot doesn't wander off into forbidden areas. The app also provides access to the iMop status and errors messages.