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This high-end bot from Eufy is the best hands-off model we've seen so far. It vacuums, mop, self cleaning vacuum cleaner-empties, and washes and dry mop pads without your intervention.

It doesn't have advanced cleaning modes or a bigger docking system, but it delivers outstanding performance for less than half the price of top-end robotic vacuums. It also boasts the ability to reach under furniture.

Vacuuming

A robot vacuum is a simple and quick method of keeping your floors spotless. Many of the robots in our top picks are designed to work without your input So you can schedule them to run when you're out or start a cleaning session from your smartphone. You'll want to select a robot with excellent navigation and object detection to avoid it getting stuck under furniture or falling down the stairs.

Some models are better at picking up pet hair from carpets than others, so it's also important to choose an item that is able to effectively and efficiently vacuum all types of flooring. Find a robot that has an enormous dust bin that can hold plenty of dirt in between emptyings and a nozzle that doesn't lose suction when it turns.

Most robots need little to any maintenance, other than removing tangled hair from the rotating brush (and wiping down its cameras or sensors, as needed) after every cleaning session, and then emptying the trash bin or using an auto vacuum-emptying base, when the robot is equipped with one. If you follow these easy maintenance steps, your robot vacuum will last as long as a regular vacuum, and will help keep your home clean for longer.

While robot floor cleaner mops tend to be less flexible than their vacuum counterparts they do have the ability to suck up spills and puddles while working. The iLife V3s Pro, a excellent example of this kind of machine, is a great option for those who have carpets and rugs as well as wood flooring. It's quiet and has solid navigation capabilities that have helped it overcome obstacles during testing, and the charging dock doubles as a trash can.

Choose a robot vacuum cleaner that is able to mop simultaneously. That's what the Karcher RCV 5 can handle and it comes with other handy features like live cameras that stream an unreliable image to your app so that you can monitor your children or pets and also an easily programmable remote control. Its navigation isn't as reliable as other models we've reviewed, but it can lift itself over low thresholds and comes with a large 500ml trash bin that doesn't have to be cleaned frequently.

Mopping

Robots that mop and vacuum are a relatively new addition to the market. These robots are more expensive and require a separate tank of water, unlike standalone robots. However, they may be worth the cost for those who have hard-to-clean stains clean or pets.

Some of the best robots that vacuum and mop also do an excellent job cleaning floors with no carpets. Many manufacturers offer machines capable of doing both exceptionally efficiently. The Combo J9+, for instance, is among the best mopping robots we've tested and uses an impressively large dock that can accommodate up to 60 days worth of dirt. That's a big improvement on the Qrevo Pro, which ran out of water after mopping just 30 days' worth of dirt during our tests.

The Tapo RV30 Plus from networking giant TP Link is a great two-in-one. It's small and quiet, with a neat, fuss-free look. In our test rooms, it cleaned the floors efficiently and thoroughly - it was particularly good at cleaning rugs. However, it took several runs to clean certain areas of wood that were stained. Its LIDAR navigation works well, too. It prevents hitting furniture or running over power cables.

It's a little slow on the stairs, but it's to be expected from a small robot that is designed to work around obstacles. The only drawback is that the mopping pads are difficult to attach and didn't stay in place during our tests, and it lacks the ability to handle dried-on dirt, which makes it more of a vacuum cleaner than a full-fledged robot mop.

Despite these shortcomings, it's still a solid choice for those who want an effortless cleaning experience that can take care of carpets with equal competence. It was able to provide a lot of suction that helped it pick up fine dust from carpets and pet hair. A good feature is its automatic vacuum cleaners recognition of carpets, which enhances the effectiveness of the vacuuming to take on dirt that is embedded. It is simple to use and the charging dock automatically emptyes the trash bin when it's full. This is an excellent feature for apartment dwellers.

Cleaning apps

Most robot vacuums mop, sweeper, and vacuum has an application that lets you modify cleaning routines, select rooms to clean, schedule cleaning sessions, and adjust settings such as suction, water level and the power of scrubbing. Certain robots also provide intelligent dirt detection, which utilizes the data from previous cleaning sessions and maps information to prioritize areas of dirt and optimize cleaning mode.

A smartphone app can also allow you to create virtual barriers and no-go zones to protect your robot from dangerous items like cords or pet water bowls and sharp objects. Certain models have laser navigation sensors that permit you to create virtual barriers, while others have small physical barriers and boundary strips that you can place anywhere you wish to restrict your automatic floor cleaning machine space.

The top robot vacuums and mops are intelligent enough to detect obstacles and avoid them However, there are some hazards to watch out for. For example, a robot's main brush can get stuck in long cords or curtains and stop the machine from running. You can avoid this by clearing the area of any cords and tie up any long curtains before running your robot.

Certain robots automatically update their software which manages navigation and obstacle avoidance algorithm. This improves performance and decreases the wear and tear on the robot's internal parts. It is recommended to regularly check the website of the manufacturer as well as the app of your robot for firmware updates.

If you own a large home, look for a model with multiple cleaning modes. The iRobot Roomba 11S Max, for example, can mop and vacuum carpeted and hard flooring rooms with different suction levels. It can also switch automatically to the highest power setting when cleaning carpets, and boost its scrubbing power with SmartScrub.

If you're looking to be completely hands-free, a robotic device with a voice-activated assistant is a fantastic option. The iRobot Roomba 980 can be operated by Alexa, Siri or Google Assistant. It comes with a compact, self-emptying docking station and a powerful cleaning engine that leaves your floors sparkling.