Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

While robots won't be able to substitute for a conventional vacuum in picking up dirt-in particles like metal screws and chunks of orzo pasta, they're excellent at sweeping dust, crumbs and hair from pets. The best models have smart navigation technology, which helps them avoid cords, toys, and other household obstacles.

1. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot EVO

The iRobot Roomba i3+ is a fantastic robot vacuum that comes with many smart features that make it easier to maintain. The automatic bin emptying feature is among the best features we've ever seen in a robotic vacuum. It works well on carpets and hard floors. It's also simple to set up and use, with the app guiding you step-by-step through the procedure. Another feature that is impressive is its ability to return to where it was when we tested it. It did this for 77 minutes on one cleaning before running out of battery.

The i3+ EVO, unlike some of the other robot vacuums we have tested, has a self emptying bin that automatically dumps debris into an external dirt compartment on its charging base when it's full. The i3+ EVO can be kept from overfilling by a self-emptying bin. However it still needs to be manually empty at the end of each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO's built-in dust bin can hold 2.4L of trash that is more than enough to get it through four or five cleaning sessions before you need to replace it.

Like the i7, robotvacuummops this model is equipped with state-of-the-art floor tracking sensors to create maps and navigate in neat rows. However, the i3+ EVO only stores one map, whereas the i7 can store multiple. The i7's map 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 surface debris compared to some other robovacs we've looked at, but it's not the most effective in cleaning corners and edges. It's also less gentle on furniture, despite being relatively quiet. It was quite rough on furniture as it moved chairs away. It also caused collisions with the sides of the bed.

2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro

If you're looking to expand your robot vacuum collection or just beginning your journey using one, the Q5 Pro is a great option. It has a sleek design with a powerful navigation system, as well as useful automation at a reasonable cost. It's the best pound-for-pound model currently available and even beats Roborock's higher-priced models in many ways.

This robot does a fantastic job cleaning bare floors and its avoidance technology helps it stay clear of furniture legs and other obstacles. It also does well on carpets, and earns a high score for our tests of navigation. The only snag is that it's a little noisier than many other models we test, and it doesn't fare as well in our owner satisfaction and predicted reliability assessments.

The Q5 Pro has a very large dust bin that is 770ml, which means you won't have to empty it as often as other 2-in-1 robots. The 240-minute runtime is very generous compared to others we've tried. When the battery is running low, it automatically returns to its dock where it recharges before resuming cleaning from where it was when it stopped. You can control the Q5 Pro using the app or voice commands with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

This is one of the first robots we've seen to incorporate 3D mapping. This, in conjunction with other advancements, allows it to perform exceptionally well in our vacuuming and mopping tests. It allows you to plan cleaning schedules, create no-go zones, and check the battery's condition as well as other things. The app is simple to use, though it doesn't support Apple HomeKit which is slated to be added by 2025. Apple updated its website's footnote in November of this year to reflect that this feature has been delayed until 2025. Several other robots don't work with HomeKit, but many of them are compatible with Siri Shortcuts.

3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus

If you want a robot vacuum cleaner that can also mop and is very affordable, the TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus is the right choice. It has a stylish design and amazing features for the price. It is possible to operate the device by using various buttons on the device or through the app and even make use of voice commands. The device has an extended battery life and the vacuum container can be auto-emptied.

The TP-Link RV30 Plus does a excellent job of vacuuming standard messes and is suitable for light mopping on hard floors. It comes with a replacement sweeping brush and mopping cloth as well with a HEPA-filter. It can be used in conjunction 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 flooring surfaces by using the automatic mode. This guarantees that the best results are achieved for each room and type of flooring.

Three cleaning modes are available to suit your requirements. The vacuuming mode uses the smart sensor for detection of obstacles such as furniture, stairs and edges. The mopping mode can be used to clean the floor in a systematic manner or to eliminate the stubborn stains and liquid spills. You can combine the two functions to achieve an efficient and thorough cleaning.

With a powerful suction and 3 settings for dry mopping, TP-Link RV30 Plus quickly picks up dust, pet hair, crumbs and other debris from all flooring types. The device can even clean carpets without damaging them thanks to the specially designed mop.

In the initial mapping run the TP-Link RV30 Plus scans and saves the home's layout by using its LiDAR and Gyro dual navigation system. You can modify the map within the app and combine or split rooms based on your preference. You can also design virtual walls and no-go zones to prevent the RV30 Plus from straying into areas you don't want.

4. Eufy iMop

The Eufy iMop is one of the top full-featured robot vacuum and mop combos for hard floors. It has a high-tech navigation system that does a great job of mapping your home's layout and even across several floor levels. The well-designed base station nearly completely automates the cleaning process. It is a great obstacle avoidance system and navigation.

This model uses a dToF internal LiDAR sensor to identify your home's location, and create efficient cleaning routes. The iMop was a winner in our assessment of the effectiveness of navigation and coverage and was good at eliminating obstacles, like furniture. It also has the ability to return to the base station, which is a great feature in the event it's running out of battery during a cleaning session.

It also has a spot cleaning mode that lets you to clean or mop a specific part of your floor. And it can be manually programmed to follow a specific path, which is beneficial for narrow hallways or stairs. In our carpet cleaning test it did a good job cleaning carpets. However, it was unable to clean rugs and carpets with thick piles. It is also able to automatically lift the mop pad when it comes in contact with carpet. This is a fantastic option if you wish to avoid mowing your carpets.

The iMop comes with an onboard dust bin and water tank that empties at the end every cleaning session. The onboard dust bin holds up to 2.5 Liters of debris and should only need emptying every few cleaning cycles. The water tank is able to handle up to a dozen mopping cycles before it is dry. The iMop requires less maintenance and cleaning than the standard robot vacuum, which can be a major selling point for busy families.

The iMop's smartphone app is easy to use and comes with a variety of options for setting up. It comes with various suction settings as well as mopping settings, and scheduling. It lets you create virtual walls, no-go zones, and other restrictions so that your robot doesn't wander into areas that aren't safe for it. The app also allows access to iMop status and warnings about errors.