Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos
Robots aren't quite as adept at removing particles like metal screws or chunks of pasta. But they're great at sweeping dust, pet hair, and dust. The best models have intelligent navigation technology and object avoidance capabilities which allow them to navigate around cords, toys and other household obstacles.
1. iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO
The iRobot Roomba i3+ is an excellent robot vacuum that has many smart features that make it easier to maintain. The automatic bin emptying feature is among the best features we've ever encountered in a robotic vacuum. It's great on both carpets and hard floors. The app guides you through the entire process. It is also easy to use and set up. Another impressive feature is the ability to return to where it left off in our tests--it did this for 77 minutes on one cleaning, before running out of battery.
The i3+ EVO unlike the other robot vacuums we have tested, has a self emptying bin that automatically disposes of debris in an external dirt container on its charging base when it is full. This reduces hands-on maintenance and also helps prevent the i3+ EVO from overfilling, but it still requires manually empty after each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO's internal dust bin can hold 2.4L of waste that is enough to get it through four or five cleaning sessions before you have to replace it.
The i3+ EVO, just like the i7 uses state-ofthe-art floor-tracking sensors that create maps. It also lets you navigate in neat rows. However the i3+ EVO only stores one map, whereas the i7 has the capacity to store multiple maps. The map of the i7 can be used to create virtual barriers and no-go zones but not for the i3+ EVO.
The i3+ EVO does a better job of removing debris from the surface when compared to other robovacs we've examined, but it's not the best at cleaning corners and edges. It's also a bit less gentle on furniture, despite being relatively quiet. It was quite rough on furniture, as it pushed chairs away. It also made some collisions with the sides of the test bed.
2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro
The Q5 Pro is an excellent choice for expanding your collection of robot vacuums or are just beginning to get started. It offers an elegant design with a powerful navigation system, as well as effective automation at a reasonable cost. It's the best pound-for-pound model available today and is even better than Roborock's higher-priced models in several ways.
This robot does an excellent job cleaning bare floors, and its avoidance technology helps it stay clear of furniture legs and other obstacles. It also performs well on carpets and scores an excellent score in our navigation tests. The only drawback is that it's louder than other models, and doesn't perform as well in our satisfaction of the owner and predicted reliability tests.
The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust bin that is 770ml. This means you won't have to empty it as often as other 2-in-1 robots. Its 240-minute runtime is very generous compared to others we've tested. When the battery is low, it automatically returns to its dock where it recharges before resuming cleaning from where it was when it stopped. You can manage the Q5 Pro using the app or voice commands using Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
This is the first robot we've seen with 3D mapping. This, along with other advancements, allows it to excel during our mopping and vacuuming tests. You can plan cleaning schedules, create no-go zones, and view the battery's condition, among other things. The app is easy to use, but it doesn't support Apple HomeKit. The feature is scheduled to be added in 2025. Apple updated its website's footnote in November of this year to reflect the fact that the feature was delayed until 2025. HomeKit is not compatible with other robots, however Siri Shortcuts are.
3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus
The TP-Link Tapo R30 Plus robot vacuum cleaner is an excellent choice if you are looking for a machine that is able to mop and is priced reasonably. It has a wide array of features at a reasonable price and has a chic design. You can control the device with different buttons on the machine or via the app and even use voice commands. The device has long battery life, and the vacuum container can be auto-emptied.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus does a great job at cleaning up normal messes and is suitable for light mopping on hard floors. It comes with mopping cloths that can be replaced and a sweeping brush as well as a HEPA filter. It can be paired with a smart home hub, such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for easy voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus is easy to set up and is connected to a wide range of floor surfaces with the automatic mode. This will ensure the most effective cleaning results for each floor and room.
You can select three cleaning options to meet your requirements. The vacuuming mode cleans the entire room and utilizes the sensor's smart technology to detect edges furniture, stairs, furniture and other obstacles. The mopping feature can be utilized to automatically clean floors or to get rid of stubborn liquid spills and stains. You can combine both functions to get the most thorough and thorough cleaning.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus has an impressive suction and 3 settings for dry mopping, and can swiftly remove dust, pet hairs, crumbs, and other debris from floors of any type. The device can clean carpets without damaging it due to specially-designed mop heads.
During the first mapping session, the TP-Link RV30 Plus scans and stores the layout of your home using its LiDAR and Gyro dual navigation system. You can modify the map using the app and split or merge rooms according to your preferences. You can also create virtual walls and no-go zones to stop the RV30 Plus from straying into areas you do not wish to visit.
4. Eufy iMop
The Eufy iMop is smart robot of the best full-featured mop and robot vacuum combos for hard floors. It comes with a cutting-edge mapping system that maps your home across multiple floors. The well-designed base station nearly completely automates the cleaning process. It also provides impressive obstacles-avoiding and navigation.
This model uses an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to map your home, creating efficient cleaning routes. The iMop was a winner in our navigation efficiency and coverage evaluations and was good at getting around obstacles, such as furniture. It also finds its way back to the base station if it runs out of batteries during a cleaning session.
It also comes with a spot cleaning mode that lets you to clean or mop the specific part of your floor. It can also be programmed to follow a particular direction. This is ideal for narrow stairs or hallways. In our carpet cleaning test, it was successful in cleaning carpets. However, it had a difficult time to clean carpets and rugs with longer piles. It can also be set to automatically lift the mop pad whenever it comes into contact with carpet, which is a wonderful option if you wish to avoid mowing your carpets.
The iMop features an onboard dust bin and a water tank which it is filled and refilled at the end of each cleaning session. The dust bin can hold up to 2.5 liters and needs to be emptied every two cleaning cycles. The water tank is able to handle half a dozen mopping session before it is empty. The iMop is easier to maintain and clean than a typical robot cleaner, and can be an important benefit for busy households.
The smartphone app of iMop is user-friendly and comes with a variety of options for configuration. It offers different suction settings as well as mopping settings, and scheduling. It also lets you design virtual walls and no-go zones, so the robot won't wander into rooms that are off limits. In addition, the application gives you access to your iMop's status and error messages.