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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Robot vacuums can help you save time and effort when it comes to regular cleaning. The top models do a great job at removing dust and lightweight debris and many allow you to set no-go zones for pet areas or power cords.

The ones that are more expensive can even sweep your floors however they're not able to climb stairs. Look for models that have smart mapping, real time safety features, and large self-emptying bins.

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The best smart vacuum robots we tried were efficient, easy-to-use and able to cope with the daily messes. You'll need a robot that has decent carpet-picking power and the ability to handle stairs. If you're looking for a robot with extra features, consider a model that has smart mapping technology or an app to control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing shopping writer and product reviewer at PEOPLE who has tested many robotic vacuums. She's a huge fan of robotic vacuums that offer the greatest convenience, such as self-emptying bins and charging docks that automatically empty and refill the water tanks used by mopping robots. She also likes robots that recognize landmarks such as furniture legs and power cables so that they won't trip up when climbing steps.

This robot from Black and Decker has a lower score on navigation and has less technology for avoiding objects than the top-rated models. It comes with a huge dust bin that is non-refillable and an extended battery. Additionally, it comes with the ability to plan cleaning times and return to the spot the last time it was used which makes it easier to clean larger areas. This model is an excellent choice for pet owners, as it can avoid the tangles of fur and food particles.

In our tests, the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combines a LIDAR sensor that can map rooms and identify obstacles using a structured light sensor that can identify objects and detect edges. The combination allows it to avoid steps, drops of liquid and furniture legs with ease and save up to four floor maps to be used in the future for reference. It can also pause the cleaning process at any moment and pick up where it left off so that you can complete chores while the robot does its work. The app provides the 3D image of your home with room labels and advanced cleaning options.

This robot is not as effective at cleaning like our top models, however it excels in removing heavier objects like orzo pasta, metal screws, and even fine particles like sand. The only downsides are that it cannot mop and that its navigation system is less impressive.

The best for Carpet

If you have carpeting in your home, look for a robotic vacuum that has strong pickup and maneuverability scores on carpet and rug. Many models are good at picking up dust in low-pile rugs. Some can be quite effective in cleaning up larger debris like orzo pasta and screws made of steel. However, they aren't able to pick up fine particles as well as an upright or canister vacuum, and they may not pick up dirt that is ground-in close to baseboards and thresholds.

For carpeted homes, a 2-in-1 robotic vacuum/mop is the best option. You can swap out an empty bin for a moist mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo, for example, is a vacuum cleaner and mops wet with circular pads that rotate at a rate of 200 rotations per minute. It detects and raises the pads when it comes into contact with carpet, preventing it from soaking the automatic floor cleaners. You don't have to take them off or replace them after every use. The Q Revo is also superior to other robot vacuums and mops in avoiding obstacles, getting close to rugs and thresholds and avoiding obstacles.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another good option. It was a great performer in our tests and you can set it up to schedule it to sweep your home even when you're away. It can be set up to mop only. We loved its navigation on floors that are not bare and rug. The Combo i5 also has a very long runtime and great path planning for such a small device.

If you're looking for a more advanced model, look into the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum & Mop. It comes with a large dock that can last for weeks without needing to be empty. It also has amazing navigation and auto-emptying capabilities on carpets and floors with no floor. It's also got a smart-mapping feature and can be programmed to operate at certain times of the day (a useful feature that can keep children and pets who are prone to mischief from running it amuck). The Shark is less powerful than other mop/robot combinations however, it still picks up pet hair and hair with a high degree of accuracy. It's also the highest price of our top picks.

Best for Hard Floors

Robot vacuums are a great pick for hardwood floors because they are able to easily maneuver around obstacles without damaging surfaces that are not bare. They are excellent at of removing dust and crumbs, however they struggle with pet hair and other larger particles. They lack the suction of an upright or a top-quality canister vacuum, which makes them a poor choice for deep cleaning carpeted or upholstery areas.

The best robots are two-in-one, combining the power of a mop with a vacuum to complete the job in one step. If you have flooring that is mixed, look for one equipped with an onboard sensor that detects changes in the floor's texture and adjusts suction accordingly. This feature is available on the ECOVACS Deebot T9+ and allows it to effortlessly switch from hard carpeting to soft carpeting.

If your home is made up of hardwood floors, think about an automated vacuum and mop combination like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model has a powerful Robotic Vacuum Cleaner Amazon vacuum with intelligent navigation that can clean hardwood floors and other surfaces. It can also mop. Its sensors allow it to avoid hazards such as stairs.

The Eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to wash hardwood floors using downward pressure, instead of simply swab them to get rid of dirt and dust. The mop pads are reusable, which reduce the amount of waste and reduce the spread of germs and can be cleaned in the docking station to save you time. They can also be dried, washed, and used again.

The robovac can be controlled by your smartphone, making it simpler to use. For instance you can use the app to set up a no-go zone that the vacuum won't enter or mark rooms as separate or schedule cleaning sessions for specific areas. The eufy S1 Pro has an auto-emptying port that collects debris via trapdoors and then puts it in a bag-less or disposable bin. This means you don't have to empty the bin manually as often as other models.

Ideal for small Spaces

As the name suggests, these robots are best to be used in small areas. They have smaller bins that contain less waste, and they're more efficient than larger models in navigating tight corners. They can also fit under furniture where larger robots aren't able to reach. These robots are also cheaper than the more expensive models, however you will need to empty their dirt compartments manually at the end each cleaning session.

A few years back, robot vacuums went through a major change. Manufacturers started adding sensors that helped them avoid household items that traditional sensors might become stuck on or run across. This improved the number of times our testers had to clean up after a robot vacuum cleaner industrial incident.

However, the new sensors aren't solving all of the issues these machines face. The lower-end models are not able to traverse the same obstacles as the older models, and they require some level of illumination to be able to know where they are moving. Look into an option that incorporates an LIDAR spinning unit that is mounted on top robot vacuum to create maps of the area. Our top overall models and runners-up models do this. This will allow them to stay clear of stairs and other obstacles when working in darkness.

They can also be programmed to only use their cliff sensors only when they are on or near the ground, and not when they are above it. It is essential to cover mirrors to prevent this from happening. The lasers used by the LIDAR-based models could bounce off reflective surfaces, making the robot think it's in another room.

Some of the models we recommend also allow you to set up virtual no-go zones to protect areas where you do not want the robot to go, which can be useful if you have small pets or children. These features aren't present on all models we test. Read our full reviews before deciding.