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Top Rated Robot Vacuums

A robot vacuum can keep your floors clean enough to reduce the frequency of hoovering manually. Pick a robot vacuum that has good navigation, can clean stairs and corners and also has large bins that will need to be cleaned out every now and then.

There are also models that can mop and charge themselves This feature could be essential for those who have pets or children. Many of the best home vacuum cleaner performers in our tests have excellent obstacles to avoid.

1. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot EVO

The i3+ EVO is identical to its sibling i3 EVO. They differ only in that the i3+ has self-emptying capabilities. This makes the i3+ a good option for those looking for an entirely automated, hands-free cleaning experience, but aren't afraid of having to empty their dust bin manually when it is full.

Both robots are adept at removing surface dirt on hard floors and carpets, and they can easily move around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software creates a smart maps of your home to aid the i3+ in its navigation and clean efficiently. The i3+ isn't able to have obstacle avoidance capabilities like the i7+ or other top-highest rated robot vacuum robots we tested. It may be stuck on power cords and socks and have trouble moving between surfaces, such as carpet and hardwood.

iRobot recommends that you tidy up the area where the i3+ EVO vacuums prior to using it. This includes getting rid of any toys or clutter it might encounter. You should also keep the dustbin and filter clean to prevent them from getting blocked. When the i3+ EVO's internal bin is empty or the battery is low it returns to the docking station and automatically emptys the dirt into the docking station's dust bin. Then it continues cleaning from where it left off. The i3+ EVO's batteries last for about an hour and a half of continuous use, and it takes about three hours to recharge.

2. Roomba by iRobot

The iRobot Roomba i7+ is the top model of the flagship line from iRobot and is equipped with the most recent features. It's self-charging, self-navigating and the most crucial feature of all -- it comes with an auto-emptying dustbin, which eliminates one of the primary sources of maintenance for any robot vacuum.

The Roomba I7+ can make rooms more efficient maps using Imprint Smart Mapping. It also integrates with iRobot Home to schedule cleaning tasks, and it can direct your robot using the app or by voice.

In our tests the i7+ performed more agile and faster than our second-placed model which was the eufy RoboVac G30, and it removed large chunks of pet hair from all surfaces kinds, including carpeting. The biggest advantage over the Eufy is its self-emptying garbage bin that eliminates the main sources of maintenance and lowers the cost of recurring maintenance.

We were also awestruck by the i7+'s integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant AI services which we used to instruct the robot to begin, stop or pause its cleaning session and move around the room and vacuum an area. Connecting the i7+ to these services was simple and straightforward using the iRobot Home app. Once connected, to give voice commands to the i7+ for example "Hey Alexa vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home App also offers options to manage i7+ settings and evaluating the performance.

3. Dyson Cyclone V10

This tiny Dyson model is a sports car in a sea of cordless vacuums that feel like minivans and buses. It's powerful enough to replace a traditional stand-up vacuum in the majority of homes, but it is also compact enough to fit on a bookcase or coffee table.

The V10 is powered by a seven-cell, high-energy lithium-ion battery that can provide energy that is not faded for 60 minutes. The advanced whole-machine filter system traps allergens, then releases fresh air into your home. Its cleaning head is specially designed and drives stiff nylon bristles deep into carpets to trap large particles and fine dust. It has three suction modes to suit the task being performed. It is able to quickly change from floor vacuum robot vacuum to handheld vacuum and vice versa.

This model also has an accessory dock that can charge to 100% in about 3.5 hours, and gives users easy access to two attachments and an wand clip. This is a major improvement over older Dysons which require a long charge and are difficult to store.

The V10's biggest drawback is its short run time. The tests conducted by CR show that its claims to run up to 60 minutes are not true. This is a typical and not a remarkable time for a battery-powered cordless vac. That's still enough run time to vacuum the majority of a typical-sized home, but not quite long enough to clean every spot (though an additional run-through often does the trick). This doesn't mean that this model doesn't have its benefits: It's lighter and mobile than the older cordless Dysons, and its vacuuming performance is noticeably better on carpets with low pile.

4. iRobot Roomba 694

The 694 is a basic robot vacuum that's a great choice for those who don't have a lot of money to spend on a robot. It was able to remove most types of debris and sizes during our testing and often went over the same area multiple times to ensure an extensive clean. Its flat front side helps to get into corners and along the walls' edges, which is a nice feature.

Its navigation system is smart and uses iAdapt to avoid obstacles and navigate around your home, but it isn't equipped with the mapping capability of more sophisticated models such as our top picks, the i3+ EVO and the j7+ series. It may get stuck on phone cords or low furniture and is often unable to supply power before returning to its base.

The Xiaomi Mi robot is superior in many ways to the Roomba 694, as it has fewer parts that require regular cleaning, comes with an allergen-trapping HEPA filtration system, incurs lower recurring cost, has more advanced automation abilities and is better able to maneuver itself. It also has a bigger dustbin and charges quicker.

The sleek RoboVac X8 has a superior battery longevity than the Roomba 694. It also has physical boundaries strips that can be controlled using your smartphone's voice assistance. It also feels more sturdy, has a more powerful motor, and performs notably better on floors that are bare and carpets with low pile, while providing a wider array of features for automation.

5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a well-known brand in home electronics. It's not surprising, then, that they are one of the top makers of robot vacuums and mop. Jet Bot AI+ has a cutting-edge onboard technology for navigation and obstacle avoidance.

The app offers a variety of options to customize your robotic cleaner. These include virtual barriers, mopping levels and behavior modifications, docking frequency settings and more. It's simple to comprehend and is user-friendly, which is the case with other Samsung devices.

In our tests, the Jet Bot AI+ performed well on hard floors. It removed 86% of dog hair (on carpet). However, it wasn't particularly well in avoiding larger objects, like cords and socks, which was disappointing. It's also a little more expensive than some of the other models we've tested, which might be a deal-breaker for some buyers.

The app allows you to access the camera onboard of the smart vacuum. You can also create live streaming from the robot's area of cleaning. This feature allows you to monitor your children or pets while you're away. The filter and the dust bin are washable to make cleanup quick and easy. The Jet Bot AI+ comes with a self-emptying clean station, which helps keep the bin clean and improves suction power.

6. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum

In contrast to other robotic vacuums that are specifically designed for carpets and hard floors, Black and Decker robots are designed specifically for hard floors. They feature an extra-wide cleaning path and an extra-large dustbin that holds 2X more debris than competitors to keep the area clear for maximum runtime. They also have two side sweepers to clean along edges and corners. The POWERSERIES model comes with AutoSense which adjusts the power level based on whether it is cleaning up dirt on the surface or embedded dirt. It also comes with a smart app that lets you see the virtual map and control functions and schedules. You can also track the vacuum's status and send it to the dock for charging at the touch of a single button. The app allows you to customize the lights on top of the vacuum by using different colors, so that you can easily tell the areas where it's focused or where it's gotten stuck.

The app also makes it simple to manually steer the robot in the event of need. My living room rug, for example, has a darkly-colored border that could cause trouble for other robots. The HRV 425BL however continued to travel across the border, without notifying the high point. The ability to program a daily cleaning schedule for each week is a time-saving benefit.