The Most Common Best Robot Vacuum That Mops Mistake Every Beginner Makes
The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst at Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.
He evaluates and tests cleaning equipment, with a focus on mopping and robot vacuum combos. Multitaskers are a great option for those looking to take mopping off their to-do list. They are equipped with impressive mapping and obstacle avoidance, and some wash and refill their mopping pads for a hands-off clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model to pick if you are looking for a robot vacuum cleaner that also mop. It's smaller than other options on this list which makes it easier to maneuver through tight corners and under furniture. It has a 220-degree lidar, which when combined with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it the best navigation and object avoidance I've ever seen in a robot 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 run longer in turbo). It can even return to the dock to top up its battery midway through a clean.
It's extremely efficient and does an outstanding job cleaning my two-bedroom apartment. It is able to vacuum carpeted rooms quickly, and hardwood floors in the kitchen, living room, and hallways with just one pass. Its motor of 8,000pa is able to pick up dirt, pet hair, and even droppings easily. Carpet detection boosts power automatically when it comes into contact with rugs, and the dual side brushes help pull out dirt from corners.
The mopping performance, while still impressive, is not as good. The rotating mop spins fast and makes use of 2.2lbs to clean dirt and stain. I've also noticed that the front arms stick out a bit more than other robots, which is helpful to maneuver around tight corners and along baseboards. The same front arms can also be used to scoop up larger pieces of debris, like broken toys and books.
Another good thing is that the S1 Pro is one of the quietest robot vacuums and mops I've tried. It doesn't make the same volume of sound while vacuuming or mopping and is 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 proprietary mopping solution and is sold separately. It is easy to set up, and it works well. However, if you are buying this robot autonomous vacuum to mop it is important to be aware of this.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo is different from other robot vacuums in its class. It has a robust suite of features that make it an ideal option for homeowners looking for an extremely efficient, flexible and adaptable cleaning machine.
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 detect furniture and other obstacles. It then uses this information to clean effectively and effectively. This will result in a thorough, consistent clean that's also fairly fast.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad can reach a variety of surfaces. This includes corners, baseboards and other hard to reach spots. The side brush can be stretched to extend to the floor, close to walls and other fixtures. The mop pads can also be washable and dry to remove odors and prevent buildup.
Another feature worth mentioning is the customizable options available via apps. The Q Revo allows you to alter the intensity of its suction, and choose between a back-andforth or 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 choose to turn off the side brush to avoid damaging carpets and rugs.
The device is costly, but it comes with a lot of smart features. It's important to keep in mind that it has periodic costs in the form of mopping supplies and maintenance. For instance the brushroll has to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to 12 months. The filter should be cleaned after 150 hours, and the mop pad must be replaced every three to six months.
This robotic vacuum cleaner has an excellent rating on Amazon and comes with a wide variety of physical automation features. The robot vacuum also comes with a power button which doubles as the 'Clean button' and a Home button that allows it to go back home after cleaning. It also has a multifunctional dock that automatically empty the dustbin and refills its water tank to mop and washes and dries its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
If you're a busy professional or someone who wants an organized home that doesn't require much time doing chores The Shark Matrix Plus is a good choice. Its incredibly fast performance, sophisticated navigation, and long battery life allow you to keep a clean home 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 parts, a dry bin and water tank that can be easily snapped in and out and a mopping module that includes microfiber pads. It's a bit old-fashioned to have separate modules for vacuuming and mopping however it does mean that you don't need to worry about changing out disposable bags or refilling the tank of water.
Our test participants discovered that the Matrix Plus did a great job of vacuuming and mopping. Its greatest feature was its precise floorplan map which it uses to create a route when cleaning. This made it easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture carpets, rugs, and other obstacles. The app lets you create 'No-Go Zones' or virtual barriers to stop certain areas from being cleaned by mop.
The Matrix Plus also did a surprising job of collecting hair from pets. It was able to capture a lot of the hair that our cats shed, and even made it into the nooks and crannies of our stairs where other robots have struggled. It was fairly silent and also had a few lovely jingles to signalled when it was starting or completing its task.
Its biggest drawbacks were its simplistic app and the necessity to swap out the modules when switching between vacuuming and mopping. The app doesn't have the capacity to hold multiple maps, which could be a pain when you live in a house that has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus robot vacuums that mop is a excellent choice for those who are looking for a smart device that can mop and vacuum.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni is the most expensive robot vacuum that can be found in our review, however it has some unique features that make it worth taking into consideration. The X1 Omni is most notable for its enormous dock that doubles as an charging base for the robot, a cleaning sink and two 4-liter water tanks. It also houses a 2.5-liter dust bin as well as an 2.5 milliliter dust bin.
The base also comes with a set of buttons to control the system. These let you manually start cleaning and then recall the robot vacuum cleaner reviews or use the dock's automatic vacuum and mop emptying process. Press two buttons to turn off the child lock. This is a wonderful feature for parents who are worried about their kids messing around with the vacuum.
Like other robotic vacuums the X1 Omni uses its camera to spot 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.
Unfortunately this means that the X1 Omni can occasionally become so entangled with an obstruction, such as a power cord draped across a rug--that it becomes stuck and ceases to function until you manually free it. Although this is not a common occurrence but it was a very frustrating experience when it did happen, especially since the X1 Omni does not have an "stuck" status alert in its application.
The X1 Omni is unable to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming mode during the cleaning process. You will have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't too bad but mopping pads don't get washed or dried between uses. This could lead to mildew and mold.
On the positive side it's worth noting that the X1 Omni is a beautiful-looking robot, thanks to the design team at Jacob Jensen (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who conceptualized its sleek, modern-looking base and mopping pad apparatus. It's a big contrast to the basic black bases of competitors like Roborock or iRobot. It's also a welcome sight for a market dominated by clunky boxy models.