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Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst for Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.
He reviews and tests cleaning equipment, focusing on robot vacuums and mopping combos. Multitaskers can be ideal for those looking to remove mopping from their list of tasks. They have impressive mapping capabilities and obstacles-avoiding capabilities, and they can 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 automatic vacuum and mop that can also mop, this is the model to look for. It is smaller than other models, making it easier to maneuver in tight spaces or under furniture. It comes with a 220 degree Lidar which, when combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, gives it one of my top navigation and object avoidance features I've seen in the form of a robotic vacuum. It's got a battery of 4600mAh that can last up to 170 mins when mopping and sucking are set to standard mode. (It can be more efficient when using turbo). It can even return to its dock to recharge its battery during the cleaning.
It's extremely efficient and does an outstanding job of cleaning my two-bedroom apartment. It vacuums carpeted rooms incredibly quickly and the hardwood floors in the kitchen, living room, and hallways in one go. Its 8,000pa suction motor will quickly pick up dirt, crumbs and pet hair. 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 much. The mop rotates quickly and utilizes 2.2lbs to scrub dirt and stains. I've also noticed that the front arms protrude out slightly more than other robots, which is useful to get into tight corners and on baseboards. The same front arms can also be employed to clean larger objects, such as broken toys and books.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mop and vacuums I've used. It doesn't make as loud of a sound while vacuuming or mopping and is much quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it has to use a mopping solution that is proprietary and is sold separately. It's easy to install and works well however this is something that you'll have to keep an eye on in case you're purchasing this vacuum for the sole purpose of mopping.
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 has an impressive and powerful cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensors with an RGB camera to map the house and identify furniture and other obstacles. This information can be used to clean efficiently and methodically. This ensures an even and thorough clean and is also quick.
In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads are capable of reaching an array of surfaces. This includes baseboards, corners and other hard to reach spots. They also have a flexible side brush that extends to reach the floor near walls and other fixtures. In addition the mop pads are able to be washed and dried to avoid build-up and lessen odors.
Another noteworthy feature is the app-based customization options. The Q Revo allows you to alter the amount of suction and select between a back-andforth, or a more random patterns. You can also set the number of passes it should make, which will affect how quickly the device can traverse your home. You can also turn off the side brush to prevent damage to carpets and carpets.
The device comes with a expensive price, but is packed with a wide array of smart features. It is important to note that the device incurs recurring expenses in the form mopping supplies and regular maintenance. For instance the brushroll has to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to twelve months. The filter is to be cleaned every 150 hrs, and the mop pads should be replaced every one to three month.
This robot vacuum mop is a top Amazon rating and comes with many physical automation features. These include an energy button that can also function as a general 'Clean button as well as a Home button that sends it back to its base station after finishing the cleaning process. It also comes with a multi-functional dock that automatically emptys the trash bin and refills its water tank for mopping and washes and dries its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be an ideal choice for busy professionals or anyone who wants to keep their home tidy without spending too much time on chores. It's a top-performing device, intelligent navigation, and a long battery life that makes it easy to keep your home clean with little effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a two-in-one mop and vacuum. It is able to perform mopping and vacuuming. The robot is divided into two modules, a dry bin and water tank that can be snapped out and in and a mopping module that has a microfiber pad. Separate modules for mopping and vacuuming might seem a bit outdated, but they do mean that you don't need to worry about changing disposable bags or refilling the water tank.
The Matrix Plus performed well at vacuuming and mopping. Its most impressive feature was its accurate floorplan map which it uses to determine an outline for cleaning. This made it a breeze for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture rug, furniture, and other obstacles. The app also gives you the option of setting "No-Go zones" and virtual barriers that help to keep certain areas of your home from being cleaned with mop.
The Matrix Plus also did a amazing job of picking up hair from pets. It was able to collect an enormous amount of hair our cats shed and even found its way into the nooks and crevices of our stairs which other robots struggled. It was relatively quiet and had some nice jingles that signalled when it was starting or completing its task.
Its main drawbacks were its lack of sophistication and the requirement to switch out the modules when switching between mopping and vacuuming. The app can't keep multiple maps. This could be an issue if your house has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus is a good option for those who want an intelligent robot that can do both mopping and vacuuming.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni is the most expensive robotic vacuum that is able to mop in our review, but it also has distinctive features that make it worth a look. The X1 Omni's biggest draw is its enormous dock, which serves as the robot's charging base as well as housing for two 4 liter water tanks, a sink for cleaning, and a 2.5-liter dust bin that automatically empties.
The base comes with a few control buttons that let you manually start cleaning tasks or recall the robot vacuums That mop, or run the dock's automatic vacuum cleaner emptying procedure. Press two of the buttons to switch on a child lock, which is a nice feature for parents who are worried about their children playing with the vacuum.
Like other robotic vacuums, the Omni Omni uses its camera to spot furniture and obstacles in its path, and then avoid them. True Mapping 2.0 navigation maps your home up to four times faster than laser detection systems.
Unfortunately, this means that the X1 Omni will sometimes get so entangled with an obstacle--such as the power cord that is draped across a rug--that it becomes stuck and stops working until you free it. This is a rare event, but frustrating nonetheless, because the X1 doesn't have an "stuck status" alert in its application.
The X1 Omni isn't able to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming mode during the cleaning process. You'll have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't too bad however, the mopping pad isn't cleaned or dried between uses. This can lead to mildew and 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 contrast to the basic black bases of rivals like Roborock or iRobot. It's also a welcome sight for an industry dominated by boxy models.