Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Systems
This robot vacuum-mop makes an ideal choice for those living in apartments since it has a smaller docking system and comes with its own trash bin. Its application lets you set up different modes and monitor cleaning. The mopping feature is also impressive.
Its mapping, obstacle avoidance and mops are impressive. It is able to pick up pet hair, spillages, and dirt. It also self-empties, self-cleans, and refills its tank.
Roomba iRobot Combination
The iRobot Combo is a robot that can vacuum and mop. The iRobot Combo doesn't quite replace our Editors' Choice winner, the Deebot X1 Omni. It scrubs more, and has an app for mobile devices that is simpler to use however it's a great alternative. In our tests it was able to pick up dirt of all sizes and types from carpets and hard floors. Its obstacle avoidance system isn't the most sophisticated in the world, lacking structured light and other technology like LiDAR, yet it did a good job of preventing collisions with furniture and clutter.
The Combo comes with many of the same smarts that the J7 Plus does, including the onboard acoustic sensor for determining the type of floor and AI-powered Navigation, however it lacks the ability set suction power by hand. It's also smaller than the vac-only model, and doesn't come with self-emptying docks.
Based on my experience I have found that the Combo is a great choice for most homes, and its sleek design is one of the most attractive in the market. The matte black finish is more sophisticated than the metallic or glossy finishes of many competitors. iRobot also adds some classier touches, such as the leather tab that opens the bin on board and a shelf that can hold bags in the dock. The iRobot Combo makes it easy to create maps and establish Keep-Out Zones.
Roborock
While Roborock is comparatively new to the robot vacuum and mop market, it's already made its mark thanks to a suite of innovative cleaning techniques. The brand's vacuums have industry-leading suction, and mopping systems make use of vibrating mops to keep floors of dirt. Additionally, a variety of scheduling and mapping options let you fine-tune the bot's cleaning schedule for your particular home.
Another impressive Roborock feature is the obstacle avoidance that allows the robot to detect objects smaller than its height. This is particularly useful for Roborock's most popular models, like the Qrevo Master. It is the best in its class when it comes to navigation, thanks to vSLAM, and LiDAR. Other robovacs have been reported to run over pet waste and slam furniture, without even noticing. The Qrevo Master is able to solve this issue with a Reactive Artificial Intelligence system that makes use of dual cameras to detect the objects within a room.
Roborock robots are also equipped with numerous convenience features that reduce day-to-day maintenance. These include docks that can automatically empty themselves and multi-functional mop washing stations. They can remove the need to manually empty bins and wash mops, resulting in an experience that is completely hands-free. The app is easy to use due to its straightforward layout and its lag-free communication with the robot.
Hobot Legee D8
Hobot Legee, with its extensive variety of integrated cleaning features and advanced mopping capabilities is among the top robot vacuums/mops that can be used on wet and dry floors. Its advanced navigation system combines five technologies to design and follow a path that is the most efficient. It also recognizes different flooring materials and identify obstacles with pinpoint accuracy. It can even raise its own 7mm to glide over carpets. The intelligent spray system uses the proper amount of water to get rid of the stains, without leaving ugly water marks.
The Legee is an Gen 4 Robot, competes directly with the Eufy Robovac X9 or Ecovacs Deebot T20. Both of them cost more. It is more feature-rich than either with a more flexible, D-shaped body that cleans the corners and under cabinets better than a round-shaped robot. Its sensors include 360deg 3D (Lidar, Encoder, Gyro E-compass) four forward-facing and one right-side-facing FDS (IR ToF sensors for distance) and two pairs of Cliff detectors, front and back (most robots only have one pair). Additionally, it includes Legee SLAM, which minimizes the bump and grind issues that cause problems for Gen 4 Robots.
The Legee is different from other robots due to the fact that it has a trash compactor built-in and utilizes the more quiet 5 GHz band of Wi-Fi. The LuLu mop wash station is included and washes, refills and dries your mop's 'cloth. You can use the mop for up to six times longer than you would with other mops. It also reduces the amount of waste produced and the frequency of bin emptying.
Karcher RCV 5
Karcher, known for its pressure washers and gardening tools is also experimenting with robot vacuums for some time. This is the most advanced model from the company. It creates maps for your home with LiDAR and can be programmed to vacuum or mop. It can also tell the difference between carpets and hard floors so that you don't get the dreaded pile of puddles.
Its navigation is flawless that can avoid carpets or furniture with ease. It can even raise itself over steps. The robot is programmable by adjusting different settings, such as cleaning schedules and rooms it should clean. It also has an emergency button' that causes the robot to return home in the event that its power goes out. It can also be set to turn off automatically when the threat of storms is imminent.
The RCV 5 is easy to use and, while large at almost 4kg, it's not difficult to maneuver around furniture. Those with small children will appreciate the safety features like a sensor that warns it to stay clear of steps. After charging it will take just several hours to fully charge and the two buttons at the top will flash green to indicate it's ready to go.
Mova E30 Ultra
The Mova E30 Ultra robot vacuum cleaner balances advanced technology with affordable. It is a rival to models such as the Dreame L10 Ultra and Roborock's Q Revo. Despite its less expensive price it is worth the price. Mova E30 Ultra offers features that many more expensive models can't match. It makes use of sensors to alter its settings to suit different surfaces and floors as well as detect areas that are less clean and ensure they receive enough attention. It can also move slower to avoid damaging delicate furniture or walls.
You can also view the map of your home in the app. You can also mark specific rooms and objects that you would like the vacuum to stay clear of. The vacuum will slow down when it spots an obstruction and avoid hitting it. It also has a smart dustbins that notify you when it's full, so you can empty it before you need to.
The Mova E30 Ultra offers a cost-effective solution for those who want to delegate their cleaning chores. It is a robot mop and vacuum that can clean your floors without having to lift a single finger. It also has a clever design that increases the efficiency of cleaning corners by as much as 60%. It has up to 7000 Pa of suction power as well as RoboSwing arms, and it is controlled by the app or voice assistants, such as Alexa or Siri.
Beko RCV3
The Beko RCV3 is a fashionable and feature-packed hybrid robot mop/vac that does a bang up job of keeping floors spick and span. While it can't raise its mop on carpets or rugs like the award-winning Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra it's excellent at cleaning hard floors as well as tackling mopping with a stunning speed. It comes with a self-emptying bin, a superior level of suction, a range of mopping options, and a high-quality application that runs on iOS and Android.
It's smaller than many of the competition and its main brush is smaller than others, but it managed to make short work of our test room effortlessly. The edge brush that revolves on the side is a nice feature. Although it didn't get rid of dirt as well as some of the competitors, it still did a good job.
The robot can be programmed with specific cleaning parameters for each room. It will then create detailed maps using LiDAR's built-in navigation. It's easy to control via the app and a range of voice output options will keep you informed of the state of your home robot. Regular software updates improve and extend the performance. The app is able to remotely manage the RCV3 even when you are not at home.