5 Clarifications Regarding Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.
He tests and evaluates cleaning equipment, with a focus on robot vacuums and mopping combos. Multitaskers are an excellent choice for those who want to eliminate mopping from their list of things to do. They are equipped with impressive mapping capabilities and obstacle avoidance capabilities, and some wash and refill their mopping pads for a hands-off clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model you need to choose if you want a robot vacuum cleaner that also mop. It's smaller than other options which makes it easier to maneuver into tight spaces or under furniture. It has a 220 degree Lidar that, combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, gives it one of my top navigation and avoidance capabilities I've seen in a robotic vacuum. It comes with a massive 4600mAh battery which lasts up to 170-minutes if mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it can last longer in turbo). It will even return to its dock to recharge its battery in mid-clean.
It is very efficient and does an outstanding job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It cleans the carpeted areas extremely quickly, and the hardwood floors in the kitchen, hallways, and living room in a single sweep. Its 8,000pa suction motor is quick at picking up dirt, droppings and pet hair. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it encounters rugs and the two side brushes help to tease away debris from corners.
The mopping performance, though still impressive, isn't as impressive. The mop rotates quickly and uses 2.2lbs to clean dirt and stains. I've noticed that the front arm sticks out a little more than other robots. This is helpful when you're trying to get into tight corners or along baseboards. The front arms can also be used to sweep larger objects, such as broken toys or books.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot vacuums that mop (from the hagen-kuhn.federatedjournals.com blog) mops and vacuums I've tested. It doesn't make as loud of a sound when mopping or vacuuming, and is much quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The only drawback is that the S1 Pro must use a exclusive cleaning solution for mopping and is sold separately from the vacuum. It's simple to set up and performs well however this is something that you'll have to keep an eye on if you're buying this robot vacuum solely for the purpose of it mopping.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo stands apart from most robot vacuums that mops in its class. It is a powerful cleaner with a range of features.
The device has an impressive and powerful cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensors with an RGB camera to map the house and detect furniture and other obstacles. It can then use this information to clean methodically and intelligently. This results in an efficient, consistent clean which is also relatively quick.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad is capable of reaching many surfaces. This includes baseboards, corners and other hard to reach areas. They also come with a stretchy side brush that can extend to reach the floor near walls and other fixtures. In addition, the mop pads can be cleaned and dried to prevent the build-up of dust and reduce the smell.
Another noteworthy feature is the app-based customization options. The Q Revo allows you to alter the intensity of its suction and choose between a back-and-forth or slightly more random pattern. You can also adjust the number of passes it must make, which will affect how fast the device will move through your home. You can even choose to turn off the side brush to avoid damaging rugs and carpets.
The device has a high price tag but is packed with a wide array of advanced features. It is important to keep in mind that the device will incur regular expenses, such as mopping supplies and regular maintenance. For example, the brushroll will need to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to twelve months. The filter should be cleaned after 150 hours and the mop pad must be replaced every three to six months.
The robot vacuum with mop vacuum mop has an excellent Amazon rating and includes many physical automation features. The robot vacuum also comes with an power button that doubles as a 'Clean' button' and a 'Home button to send it home after cleaning. It also comes with a multi-functional dock that automatically empty the dustbin and refills its water tank for mopping and washes and dries its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
If you're a busy professional or someone who just wants an organized home that doesn't require hours doing chores then the Shark Matrix Plus is a solid option. It is a powerful machine with smart navigation, and a long battery life that allows you to keep your home clean with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a 2-in-1 mop and vacuum. It is capable of vacuuming as well as mopping. The robot has two modules: a dry bin and water reservoir and a separate mopping module with a microfiber pad that snaps in and out of place. Separate modules for mopping and vacuuming might seem a bit outdated however, they mean that you don't need to worry about changing bags for disposables or refilling the water tank.
The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming as well as mopping. Its greatest feature is its precise floorplan map, which it utilizes when cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate effortlessly around furniture, rugs and other obstacles. The app lets you create 'No-Go Zones' or virtual barriers that prevent certain areas from being cleaned by a mop.
The Matrix Plus also did a amazing job of collecting hair of pets. It was able to collect a large amount of hair shed by our cats and even was able to get into the nooks and crevices of our stairs, where other robots that vacuum and mop struggled. It was quiet and even had some nice jingles that let you know when it was starting or finishing its work.
The app was too simple and you had to alter the modules each time you changed between vacuuming and mopping. The app can't store multiple maps. This can be a problem if your home has multiple floors. The Matrix Plus robot cleaner is a ideal choice for people who want a device that can vacuum and mop.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni robot vacuum is the most expensive in our review. It does however, have certain unique features that make it worth considering. The X1 Omni's most appealing feature is its enormous dock, which serves as the robot's charging base as well as housing for two 4 liter water tanks, a clean sink as well as an automatic vacuum and mop 2.5-liter dust bin that is automatically eliminates.
The base also has a number of control buttons that let you manually start a cleaning job or recall the robot or start the dock's auto-emptying process. Press two of the buttons to turn off a child lock, which is a nice touch for parents worried about children playing with the vacuum.
Like other robotic vacuums, the Omni Omni uses its camera to detect furniture and obstacles in its path and eliminate them. Its True Mapping 2.0 navigation system maps your home 10 times faster than standard laser detection systems and is four times more accurate at recognizing objects.
Unfortunately, this means that the X1 Omni can occasionally get caught up in an obstacle--such as an electrical cord dangling across a rug--that it becomes stuck and stops working until you remove it manually. This is a rare event however, it was a bit frustrating because the X1 doesn't have a "stuck status" alert on its application.
The X1 Omni is unable to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming mode during cleaning. You'll have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't too bad, except that the mopping pad isn't cleaned or dried between use. This could lead to mildew and mold.
The X1 Omni looks great, thanks to the Jacob Jensen design team (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who designed the sleek, modern base and mopping pad. It's a significant departure from the utilitarian all-black bases of rivals such as Roborock or iRobot. It's also an excellent choice for the market that is dominated by boxy models.