Alissa Loyau

Top Rated Robot Vacuums

A robot vacuum will keep floors clean enough to decrease the frequency with which you'll need to manually vacuum. Choose a robot vacuum that has good navigation, has the ability to clean corners and stairs and also has large bins that will need to be emptied periodically.

There are models that can mop and charge themselves This is an advantage important for families with pets or children. The top performers in our tests have great obstacle avoidance.

1. iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The i3+ EVO is similar to its sibling i3 EVO. They differ only in the fact that the i3+ has self-emptying capabilities. The i3+ is a great option for those who want an automated, hands-free cleaning experience but are willing to manually empty the dust bin when it is full.

Both robots are adept in removing dirt and dust particles on carpets and hard floors and can maneuver around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software creates smart maps of your home that aid the i3+ EVO to navigate and clean in a manner that maximizes efficiency. The i3+ does not feature obstacle avoidance features like the i7+ or other top-rated robots we have test. It can get stuck on power cords and socks and have difficulty navigating between surfaces, such as hardwood and rug.

iRobot recommends you clear out areas where the i3+ EVO will vacuum before you use it, which includes clearing out any clutter or toys it may encounter. You should also keep the filters and dust bin clean to prevent them from getting blocked. When the i3+ EVO’s internal bin is empty or the battery is not fully charged, it returns to the docking station and automatically emptys the dirt into the docking station's external dustbin. Then it continues cleaning where it began. Battery life is about an hour and a half of continuous usage. It takes three hours to fully charge.

2. IRobot Roomba i7+

The iRobot Roomba i7+ is the most powerful model in the iRobot flagship line, and it has the most up-to-date features. It is self-charging and self-navigating, but the most important feature is the self-emptying bin. This will eliminate the need for regular maintenance.

The Roomba I7+ can map rooms more efficiently with Imprint Smart Mapping. It also works with the iRobot Home app to let you schedule cleaning tasks and control your affordable robot vacuum with voice or through the app.

In our testing the i7+ performed more agile and faster than our runner-up which was the eufy RoboVac G30, and it took large pieces of pet hair from all surface kinds, including carpeting. The biggest benefit over the eufy, though, is its self-emptying dustbin that eliminates a major cause of maintenance and lowers the amount of time spent cleaning.

We were also impressed by the i7+'s compatibility with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant AI services which we used to instruct the robot to start, stop or pause its cleaning session and move around the room, and even vacuum a specific space. The iRobot Home App made it easy to connect the i7+ with these services. Once connected, to voice commands to the i7+, like "Hey Alexa vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home app also provides options to manage the i7+'s preferences and monitoring its performance.

3. Dyson Cyclone V10

In a world filled with vacuums with cords that look like minivans or buses, this tiny Dyson model is a sports car. It's powerful and has features to replace a stand-up vacuum for the majority of households and can fit in well next to the coffee table or a bookshelf where you can move it around like an enchanted wand.

The V10 is powered by seven cells of energy-dense Lithium-ion batteries, which produces energy that lasts for 60 minutes. The sophisticated whole-machine filter system captures allergens, and then releases fresh air into your home. Its cleaning head is specially designed and drives bristles of nylon that are stiff and deep into carpet to collect large dust and crumbs. It comes with three suction modes to suit the task being performed. It quickly converts from floor vac to handheld vacuum and back again.

This model has a dock which charges the Dyson to 100 percent in 3.5 hours. It also offers easy access to 2 attachments and the handheld. This is a significant improvement over earlier Dysons models, which require a lengthy charge and are difficult to store.

The main drawback of the V10 is its limited run time. Its marketing claims that it can provide up to 60 minutes of running time are not true as CR's tests show. This is a typical, not exceptional, battery-powered cordless vacuum's run time. This is enough time to clean the average-sized home but not enough to reach every spot. (A second time generally works). This doesn't mean that this model doesn't have its advantages: It's lighter and maneuverable than older cordless Dysons, and its vacuuming performance is noticeably better on low-pile carpet.

4. iRobot Roomba 694"

One of the most well-known robot sweeper vacuums The 694 is a basic model that's an excellent option for those who don't want to spend too much money on a best robot vacuum black friday. It was able to pick up most types of debris in our tests, and frequently went over the same area multiple times to give an extensive clean. Its flat front design allows it to reach corners and edges of walls.

Its smart navigation system uses iAdapt to avoid obstacles and navigate around your home, but it lacks the mapping capabilities of more sophisticated models like our top rated robot vacuum (Pet Smart`s recent blog post) choices and the i3+ EVO and j7+ series. This means that it is sometimes stuck on things like phone cords and furniture that isn't as sturdy, and often will run out of battery before returning to its original location.

The Xiaomi Mi robot vacuum is superior to the Roomba 694 in many ways in that it has fewer components that require regular maintenance It also comes with an allergen-trapping HEPA filter, incurs lower recurring costs, comes with more advanced automation capabilities and does a better job moving itself. It also has a larger dustbin and can charge faster.

The sleek RoboVac X8 has a superior battery life than the Roomba 694. It also comes with physical boundaries strips that can be controlled by the voice assistant on your smartphone. It is also more robust, has a larger motor, and is more effective on floors with bare or low-pile.

5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a household name in home electronics. It's not surprising, then, that they are one of the top makers of robot vacuums and mop. Their Jet Bot AI+ is loaded with cutting-edge onboard intelligence tech for navigation and obstacle avoidance.

The app gives you plenty of options to customize your robotic floor vacuums cleaner, such as virtual barriers mopping water levels, behavior modification, docking frequency settings, and more. It's easy to comprehend and user-friendly, as is the case with other Samsung devices.

In our testing, the Jet Bot AI+ excelled on hard floors and handled dog hair (on carpet) very well, picking up 86% of it. However, it did not do particularly well in avoiding larger objects, like cords and socks which was disappointing. It's also a little more expensive than the other models we tried, which might be a problem for some shoppers.

The smart vacuum comes with an onboard camera that can be accessed via the app. You can also create a live stream from the robot vacuum cleaner's cleaning station. This feature allows you to check in on pets or the kids if you're away from home. The filter and the dust bin can be cleaned for quick, painless cleanup. The Jet Bot AI+ comes with a self-emptying clean station, which helps to keep the robot's bin clear and maximizes suction power.

6. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum

Black and Decker robots have been developed specifically for hard flooring. They feature an extra-wide cleaning path as well as a large dustbin that holds twice as much debris than other models to keep the area clean for the longest time. Plus, they include two side sweepers that clean along edges and in corners. The POWERSERIES Extreme model comes with AutoSense technology, which can tell the presence of dirt or debris on the surface and automatically adjusts its power level. It also has a smart app that lets you browse the virtual map and manage the functions and schedules. You can also monitor the status of the vacuum's battery and then return it to its dock to charge at the push of a button. The app allows you to alter the LED lights on the top of the vacuum to tell where it is focused or if it's stuck.

The application also allows you to manually steer the robot should you need to. For instance, my living room rug has a darkly-colored border that can cause confusion for other robots I've tested. However, the HRV 425BL kept moving across the border, but it didn't register it as an incline. The ability to program a cleaning schedule for each week is a time-saving convenience.