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Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combos

Robot vacuums and mops are increasingly efficient, passing our cleaning tests and tackling a variety of floor types. Find models that let you choose from multiple modes, use their charging docks to self-empty, and clean up stairs.

Many of the top models work with your smartphone. Check for an app that lets you save maps, create schedules and select cleaning options.

1. Eufy Omni S1 Pro

Eufy's gunmetal-and gloss black Omni S1 Pro is one of the most impressive robot vacuum and mop combos available on the market. It uses lidar for navigation, creating maps of floors and rooms.

When I tried the S1, it was quick to locate our downstairs, which has Linoleum flooring in the kitchen/dining room and bathrooms, along with carpeting with a medium-pile and an area rug. It was able to drive close to walls and even over raised thresholds without issue. However it had some issues getting down the stairs in one pass. The S1 performed admirably in cleaning hard floors. Its mop drove smoothly on its flat side and raised itself when it came to carpets or carpets.

Before each mopping session, the docking station of the S1 automatically empties its dustbin and refills the water tank onboard with clean filtered ozonated water. The dock also adds a cleaning solution to the water for deep cleaning. The S1 water tank is able to hold up to 12 cleaning sessions, but this will vary based on how often you use the mop.

The S1 needs periodic maintenance, just like any other 2-in-1 robots. It is necessary to regularly wash out the dirty tank to prevent it from becoming clogged. It is also necessary to clean the swivel wheel and sensors frequently to avoid them from becoming clogged with dirt or dust. Overall, the S1 requires less maintenance than other combos.

2. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo Complete

Ecovacs all-in-one robotic vacuum and mop is an efficient solution for your cleaning requirements. The robot vacuum is best rated robot vacuum at 8,700Pa of suction and offers numerous unique features, including full home mapping, voice control, and smart path-planning that avoids obstacles and cleans furniture. The mopping feature is impressive, with mops that rotate that actually lift and scrub the floor rather than simply moving the pad across it. The mops are also cleaned and dried at the base station, as required.

This robot has a simple interface that guides you through the process. It also comes with a hand vacuum that can be utilized to clean those difficult to reach areas that the robot cleaner cannot reach. There are also two water tanks which are automatically emptied or filled. It comes with a range of settings that can be used to fine-tune your cleaning preferences.

The Deebot X2 Combo Complete is a great vacuum cleaner. It has a powerful suction which can easily pick up dust and debris that other robots have difficulty with. Its navigation capabilities are decent, but it can be stuck on small area mats and rugs at my home (which you can mitigate by creating virtual boundaries in the app). Its mopping capabilities are also excellent with a pair of spinning mops which can lift and scrub the floor instead of simply dragging the pad across it. The mops are cleaned with heated water and dried in the base station as needed. Mops can also be replenished at the top of the station as they are required.

3. Dreame X40 Ultra

Dreame released the luxe X30 Ultra earlier this year and their new top-of-the-line robot mop and vacuum has more impressive features. It has outstanding cleaning performance and hands-free maintenance, making it a clear contender for our top mop and vacuum robots. Its superior mapping capabilities, RGB AI smart recognition and a longer side brush ensure an efficient, customized clean.

The X40 Ultra vacuums well, it can remove both large and fine debris. It is a great choice on hard floors and carpets. It cleaned the dirtiest places of our tests efficiently, avoiding pet hairs and other mess. The sweeping power of the machine is boosted by a sidebrush that automatically swings out in order to reach hard-to-reach areas, and mop pads that run along baseboards.

Its navigation is intelligent that can navigate small spaces and negotiating stairways without skipping a step. It can move from one room to another without needing to reverse the direction. This is beneficial for homes with a lot of rooms. Its obstacle avoidance system is less advanced than some competitors however, and tends to leave a large margin around obstacles, which can result in missed spots.

The interface of the app is simple and well-organized. It should be easy to use for novice and experienced users. The app allows you to schedule and manage cleanings. You can also alter the suction power, mop settings as well as view 2D and 3-D maps. It can be controlled via the app, Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri and allows you to monitor its progress from anywhere. You can also use the X40 Ultra's camera remotely, for live video surveillance. However, you will need a stable Wi-Fi connection to operate it through the app and external controls.

4. Roomba Q5 Pro

A robot vacuum can do a fantastic job of removing debris and dirt, but it can't always get every last particle of dust. This is why it's crucial to make use of your regular vacuum once a week, especially to remove dust from corners and on shelves and in the corners of your couch. Roborock's Q5 Pro is a 2-in-1 vacuum and mop designed specifically for this purpose. It's easy to connect it to your WiFI network at home and works with Alexa or Apple Siri.

The Q5 is an unadorned version of the company's expensive S-series models. It includes the top-of-the-line Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra. It has the same LIDAR mapping sensors, but it is cheaper because it doesn't come with mopping capabilities, and also has a plastic body.

Even though it's not able to clean your floors, the Q5 has some of the most impressive mopping and vacuum performance we've seen on a robot cleaner at this price. It has a suction power of 5500Pa and an automatic-empty system so you don't need to empty the bin manually every time. It also comes with a smart app that lets you set your floor type and schedule cleanings, and an automatic water tank refill and wash system that allows hands-free operation.

Its mops are also impressive with its 2700Pa power to tackle dirt and pet hair on carpets as well as hard floors. The Q5 was among the few robots we tested that did not have problems with high-pile carpets and rugs. However, it could not pick up kitty-litter or cable tangles. This isn't a surprise because it doesn't include AI-powered obstacle-avoidance.

5. K10 Plus

K10 Plus is one of the quietest robovacs we have tested, it also utilizes a unique system to map your home this allows it to get into the corners and tight spaces that other vacuums can't reach. It also stores dust in a larger dustbin which means you need empty it less frequently. Furthermore, it comes with washable filters, which reduces the expenses associated with using the device. The best robot cleaner is also able to detect carpets and boost the suction if needed. The app allows you to mark areas that you want it to stay clear of and is a great feature.