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A robot vacuum will keep your floors tidy enough to decrease the frequency of manual hoovering. Look for one that offers excellent navigation, is able to sweep corners and stairs and also has a large dust bin that requires emptying only once in a while.

There are models that can mop and charge themselves This is an advantage important for families with pets or children. The top performers in our tests have excellent obstacle avoidance.

1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The i3+ EVO is similar to its sibling the i3 EVO. They differ only in the fact that the i3+ comes with self-emptying capabilities. The i3+ is a great alternative for those who want a an automated, hands-free cleaning experience but are willing to manually empty the robot vacuum hoover's dustbin when it is full.

Both robots are good at picking up surface dirt on carpets and hard floors and can navigate around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software creates intelligent maps of your home, which help the i3+ EVO to navigate and clean in a manner that maximizes efficiency. However unlike the i7+ and other top-rated robots we tested the i3+ does not have obstacle-avoidance capabilities which means it can be stuck on things like power cords or socks, and may have issues traversing transitions across surfaces like from hardwood to carpet.

iRobot recommends clearing areas in which the i3+ EVO will vacuum before you use it, which includes putting away any clutter or toys it may encounter. It's also a good idea to keep the bin and filter clear so they don't become clogged with dirt. When the i3+ EVO’s internal bin is empty or the battery is not fully charged, it returns to the docking station and empties the dirt into the station's external dustbin. Then it continues cleaning from where it left off. The i3+ EVO's battery lasts for about an hour and a half of continuous use, and it takes about three hours to fully recharge.

2. IRobot Roomba i7+

The iRobot Roomba i7+ is the most powerful model in the iRobot flagship line, and it has the most up-to-date features. It's self-charging and self-navigating, but the most significant feature is its self-emptying bin. This eliminates the need for routine maintenance.

The Roomba I7+ is able to map rooms more efficiently with Imprint Smart Mapping. It also works with iRobot Home to schedule cleaning jobs, and you can control your robot via the app or via voice.

The i7+ is quicker and more agile in our tests than the eufy RoboVac G30. It also removed large pet hair pieces from all surfaces including carpeting. Its greatest advantage over the Eufy is its self-emptying bin, which removes major maintenance sources and lowers the cost of recurring maintenance.

We were also awestruck by the i7+'s compatibility Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant AI services. We used these services to instruct the robot to begin or stop cleaning sessions and also to move around the room, and to vacuum a particular area. The iRobot Home App made it easy to connect the i7+ with these services. When connected we were able to use the i7+'s voice commands such as "Hey Alexa, vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home app also provides options for managing the i7+'s settings and monitoring its performance.

3. Dyson Cyclone V10

This tiny Dyson model is an athletic car in a sea of vacuums powered by cordless that resemble minivans and buses. It has the power and features to replace a stand-up vacuum in most households and can fit nicely on the table for a coffee or shelves where you can wave it around like a magic device.

The V10 is powered with a Lithium-ion battery with 7 cells of energy that can provide power that is not fading for 60 minutes. Its advanced whole-machine filter system traps allergens and releases cleaner air back into your home. Its specialized head uses stiff nylon bristles that penetrate deep into carpets and collect large crumbs or fine dust. It comes with three suction modes to suit the task at hand. It can quickly change between handheld and floor vacuum, and vice versa.

This model also has an accessory dock that can charge to 100% in 3.5 hours and offers an easy access to two attachments and a wand clip. This is a huge improvement over the older Dysons models, which take a long time to charge and are a pain to store.

The main issue with the V10 is its limited run time. Its marketing claims that it has up to 60 minutes of running time are misleading as CR's tests have shown. This is a standard, not exceptional, battery-powered cordless vacuum's running time. This is enough time to vacuum the average-sized home, but not enough to get into every corner. (A second run is usually sufficient). However, this model isn't a good choice: It's lighter and agile than older cordless Dysons and its vacuuming performance is significantly better on low-pile carpet.

4. iRobot Roomba 694"

The 694 is a basic robot vacuum that's an excellent choice for those who don't have lots of money to spend on a robot vacuum cleaner sale. It's capable of sucking up a variety of kinds of debris in our tests, and it often passes over the same areas multiple times to ensure a thorough clean. Its flat front side helps it reach into corners and along the edges of walls, which is a nice addition.

Its intelligent navigation system makes use of iAdapt to avoid obstacles and navigate your home, but it isn't equipped with the ability to map that comes with more sophisticated models such as our top selections such as the i3+ EVO and the j7+ series. As a result, it is sometimes stuck on things like phone cords and furniture that isn't in good condition, and frequently runs out of battery power before making it back to its home base.

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

The sleek RoboVac X8 has a superior battery life than the Roomba. It also has physical boundaries and can be controlled with your smartphone's voice assistance. It is also more robust, has a more powerful motor, and can perform better on floors with low pile and bare.

5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a household name in home electronics. It's not a surprise, then, that they are also among the top producers of robot vacuums and mop. Jet Bot AI+ has an advanced onboard technology that allows to navigate and avoid obstacles.

The app offers a variety of options to personalize your robotic cleaner, such as virtual barriers mopping water levels, behavior modification, docking frequency settings, and much 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+ excelled on hard floors, and also handled dog hair (on carpet) quite well, clearing up 86 percent of it. It was not as successful in avoiding taller objects like cords or socks. This was disappointing. It's also more expensive than other models we've tested, and this could be a problem for some buyers.

The app allows you to access the camera onboard of the smart vacuum. You can also set up live streaming from the robot's area of cleaning. This feature allows you to check in on pets or kids when you're away from home. The dustbin and the filter can be cleaned for the quick and easy cleaning. The Jet Bot AI+ also has a clean station that self-empties and helps keep the robot's dustbin clean and maximizes suction power for each cleaning.

6. Black & Decker robot cleaning machine Vacuum

Black and Decker robots are designed specifically for hard flooring. They have a wider cleaning path and a larger dustbin that holds twice as much debris than competitors to keep the cleaning area free of debris for the longest period of time. Plus, they include two side sweepers to clean up around edges and in corners. The POWERSERIES model includes AutoSense, which automatically adjusts the power level according to whether it's cleaning up dirt that is on the surface or embedded. The vacuum also comes with an app that allows users to see a virtual map, control functions, and create schedules. You can also check the status of the vacuum and then send it to its dock for charging at the press of a single button. The app also allows you to customize the LED lights on top of the vacuum with different colors, so you can easily tell which areas it's focused on or where it's stuck.

The app allows you to steer the robot manually when needed. For example my living room rug has a darkly-colored border that has a tendency to make it difficult for other robots I've tested. The HRV 425BL however, continued to move across the border without registering the cliff. Also, the ability to set up the weekly cleaning schedule is a great time-saving convenience.