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Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.
He tests and evaluates cleaning robot mop and vacuum equipment. His focus is on robot vacuums, and mopping combinations. These multitaskers are a great option for those looking to take mopping off their to-do list. They are equipped with impressive mapping capabilities and obstacle avoidance capabilities, and some even wash and refill their own mopping pads to give themselves a hands-off clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
If you're looking for a robotic vacuum that also mop, this is the model to look for. It's smaller than other models which makes it easier to maneuver into tight spaces or under furniture. It comes with a 220 degree Lidar that, when combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, provides some of the best navigation and avoidance capabilities I've seen in robot vacuums That mop vacuums. It comes with a massive 4600mAh battery that lasts for up to 170-minutes, if mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it can last longer in turbo). It can even return to the dock to replenish its battery halfway through cleaning.
It's quick and does an excellent job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It cleans the carpeted rooms extremely quickly and the hardwood floors in the hallways, and living room in one go. Its motor of 8,000pa is able to remove dirt hair, pet hair, and even droppings with ease. Carpet detection automatically increases power when it detects rugs and the dual side brushes help to clean debris from corners.
The mopping performance is a little less impressive, but not by a lot. The mop's rotating motor spins at a high velocity and it pushes down with 2.2lbs of force, easily cleaning up dirt and stains. I've noticed that the front arms protrude out a bit more than other robots, which is useful to get into tight corners and on baseboards. The same front arms can also be used to sweep larger pieces of debris, such as broken toys and books.
Another nice feature is that the S1 Pro is one of the quietest robot vacuums and mop I've ever tried. It doesn't create the same volume of sound when mopping or vacuuming, and is much quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The only downside is that the S1 Pro must use a proprietary cleaning solution for mopping, and is separate from the vacuum. It is easy to set up and works well. However when you purchase this vacuum solely for mopping purposes it is important to be aware of this.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo stands apart from most robot vacuums that mops in its class. It is a powerful machine for cleaning with a variety of features.
The device comes with a powerful cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This allows it to map out the house and identify furniture and other obstacles. It then uses this information to clean efficiently and effectively. This ensures a thorough and consistent clean, while also being relatively quick.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad can reach a variety of surfaces. This includes corners, baseboards and other difficult to reach places. The side brush can be stretched out to reach the floor near to walls and other fixtures. Additionally the mop pads are able to be cleaned and dried to prevent the build-up of dust and reduce odors.
App-based customization is another notable feature. The Q Revo allows you to adjust the suction strength and select either a back-and-forth or a random pattern. You can also choose the number of passes which will determine how quickly it can move around your home. You can also disable the side brush to avoid damaging carpets and rug.
The device is costly, but has many smart features. However, it's important to keep in mind that it has recurring costs in the form of mopping equipment and maintenance. For example, the brushroll will need to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to twelve months. The filter must be cleaned after 150 hours and the mop pad should be replaced every one to three months.
This robot vacuum that mops has a high rating on Amazon and includes a broad range of physical automation features. It has the power button that serves as a general "Clean' button and a 'Home button that sends it back to its base station once it has completed its cleaning session. It also comes with a multifunctional dock that automatically empty the trash bin, fills up its water tank and washes and drys its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
If you're a professional with a lot of work or someone who just wants an organized home that doesn't require much time doing chores The Shark Matrix Plus is a good choice. Its powerful performance, intelligent navigation, and long battery life allow you to maintain a clean home with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a two-in-one mop and autonomous vacuum. It can do both vacuuming as well as mopping. The robot is divided into two components which include a dry bin and water tank that can be snapped in and out and a mopping module which has an elastomer pad. It's not the most modern thing to have separate modules for mopping and vacuuming but it does mean you don't need to worry about changing the bags for disposables or refilling the tank of water.
Our test participants found that the Matrix Plus did a great job of vacuuming as well as mopping. Its most impressive feature was its accurate floorplan map that it uses to create the path to follow when cleaning. This made it a breeze for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture rug, furniture, and other obstacles. The app also offers the option of setting 'No-Go zones' and virtual barriers, which can help to shield specific areas of your home from being scrubbed with mop.
We also found that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well in picking up hair of pets. It was able to capture some of the hair that shed by our cats, and even made it into the corners and crevices of our stairs where other robots have struggled. The noise levels of the robot were low, and there were some pleasant jingles to let you know that it was beginning and getting its work done.
Its biggest drawbacks were its simple app and the requirement to change between the modules to switch between mopping and vacuuming. The app doesn't have the capacity to contain multiple maps, which can be a hassle for homes that has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus is a good choice for people who want an intelligent robot that is capable of vacuuming and mopping.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni robot vacuum is the most expensive item in our review. However, it does have some unique features which make it worth looking into. The X1 Omni's biggest draw is its enormous dock which doubles as a charging base and housing for two water tanks, a cleaning sink and a 2.5-liter dust bin that automatically emptys.
The base has a few control buttons that let you manually begin a cleaning task, recall the robot or run the dock's automatic vacuum and mop emptying procedure. Hold down two buttons to switch on a child lock which is a great option for parents concerned about kids tinkering with the vacuum.
Like other robotic vacuums the X1 Omni uses its camera to identify furniture and obstacles in its path and eliminate them. True Mapping 2.0 navigation maps your home up to four times faster than laser detection systems.
This can cause the X1 to become stuck when it gets caught in a hazard like the power cable that is draped over a rug. It won't function until you untangle it manually. This is a rare event however, it was a bit frustrating since the X1 does not have a "stuck status" alert in its app.
Another potential downside is one of the biggest drawbacks is X1 Omni's inability to automatically change between vacuuming and mopping modes during cleaning. You will need to manually swap between the two, which isn't too bad except for the fact that mopping pads aren't cleaned and dried between use and can cause mildew or mold.
The X1 Omni looks great, thanks to the Jacob Jensen design team (of Bang & Olufsen fame), who created its sleek, modern base and mopping pad. It's a huge departure from the utilitarian all-black bases of rivals like Roborock or iRobot. And it's a welcome sight for a market dominated by clunky boxy models.