Genevieve Domingo

Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Systems

This vacuum cleaner is an excellent choice for those who live in apartments as it has an economized docking system and carries its own rubbish bin. The app allows you to choose different modes and monitor cleaning as well as the mopping feature is awe-inspiring.

Its obstacle avoidance and mapping are impressive, and it mops very well, picking up pet hair, spills and dirt. It also self-empties and cleans and replenishes its water tank.

Roomba Combo from iRobot

The iRobot Combo adds mopping to the already impressive vacuuming capabilities of the robot. The iRobotCombo can't replace our Editors' Choice winner, the Deebot X1 Omni. It scrubs more, and has a mobile app that is easier to use however it's a great alternative. It was able to consistently remove dirt from carpets and hard floors. Its obstacle avoidance system isn't the most sophisticated in the world, as it lacks structured light and other technologies like LiDAR, but it still was able to avoid most collisions with furniture and clutter.

The Combo includes many of the same smarts that the j7 Plus has, such as an the onboard acoustic sensor that can determine the type of floor and AI-powered Navigation. However, it lacks the ability control suction power using a hand. It's also a little less compact than its vacuum-only counterpart and doesn't come with an auto-empty dock.

The Combo is one of my favorites for homes with a lot of space. Its sleek design is also among the most attractive I've seen. The clean matte black plastic appears better than most competitors' glossy or metallic finishes, and iRobot's small touches--like a leather tab to open the bin on the board and a shelf inside the dock to store extra bags--are more elegant than a lot of its rivals'. The iRobot Combo makes it easy to create maps and set up Keep-Out Zones.

Roborock

While Roborock is relatively new to the robot vacuum and mop industry but it's already established its mark thanks to a suite of innovative cleaning techniques. Its vacuums boast industry-leading suction power, while the mopping systems of the brand come with vibrating mops that can scrub floors to remove dirt. Furthermore, a range of mapping and scheduling options lets you adjust the schedule of cleaning for your specific home.

Roborock's obstacle avoidance feature enables the robot to spot objects that are lower than its own height. This is particularly beneficial for the most well-known Roborock models, such as the Qrevo Master, which is top of the line in terms of navigation, courtesy of both vSLAM and LiDAR. Other robovacs have been reported to run over pet faeces and slam furniture, without even noticing. The Qrevo Master, however, solves this problem by using a Reactive Artificial Intelligence system that makes use of dual cameras to detect the presence of objects in the room.

Roborock robots also come with several convenience features that reduce day-to-day maintenance, including auto-empty capable docks and multifunctional mop washing stations. These features eliminate the need to empty dustbins or wash mops manually, allowing to enjoy a hands-free ownership experience. The app is simple to use due to its easy-to-use design and the lag-free connection to the robot.

Hobot Legee D8

With a range of integrated cleaning modes and advanced mopping options, the Hobot Legee is among the best automatic vacuum cleaner robot vacuums/mops for wet and dry floors. Its advanced navigation system blends five technologies to design and take the most efficient route. It also recognizes various flooring materials and recognize obstacles with precision. It can lift itself up to 7mm to glide over carpets. The smart spray system makes use of the appropriate amount of water to remove the stains, without leaving ugly water marks.

The Legee is a Gen 4 robot that competes directly with the Eufy Robovac X9 and Ecovacs Deebot T20, both of which are priced higher. It has more features, including a flexible D-shaped robot vacuum uk that can clean corners and under cabinets more effectively than a round one. Its sensors include 360deg 3D (Lidar, Encoder, Gyro, and 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 have just one pair). It also includes Legee SLAM to help reduce the bump-and-grind issues that are a problem for Gen 4 robots.

Unlike most other robots, unlike other robots, the Legee comes with a built-in trash compactor and can use the less raunchy 5 GHz Wi-Fi band. The LuLu mop washing station comes included and washes, refills and dries your mop 'cloth. This means you can use it for up to six times longer than other mop cloths. It also reduces waste and the frequency at which bins are empty.

Karcher RCV 5

Karcher is known for its gardening tools and pressure washers, has been dabbling with robot vacuums for quite some time. This is the most technologically advanced model from the brand. It can create maps of your home using LiDAR, and can be programmed either to vacuum or mop. It can also distinguish between hard floors and carpets and prevent the dreaded puddles on your carpet.

Its navigation is top-notch, avoiding carpets and furniture with ease and even lifting itself up over steps. The machine is customizable by adjusting different settings, such as cleaning schedules as well as the rooms it should be cleaning. It has an 'emergency button' that will force the robot vacuum cleaner to return home in the event that its power is cut off. It can also be set to turn off automatically if a storm approaches.

The RCV 5 is very easy to use and, despite being heavy at nearly 4kg, you won't have any trouble maneuvering it around furniture. Parents of small children will appreciate the safety features, such as a sensor that warns it to avoid the stairs. Once charged it takes only several hours to fully charge and the two buttons on the top will flash green to let you know it is ready for action.

Mova E30 Ultra

The Mova E30 Ultra is a robot hoover vacuum cleaner that combines modern cleaning technology and affordability. It's a rival to models such as the Dreame L10 Ultra or Roborock's most popular Q Revo. Despite its price being lower, the Mova E30 Ultra offers features that other models can't beat. It makes use of sensors to adjust its settings to different surfaces and floors, as well as to identify dirtier areas and ensure that they get enough attention. It can also move at an accelerated pace to avoid damage to furniture and walls.

The device can map your home's interior, which you can view within the app. You can also mark rooms and objects you'd like the vacuum to stay away from. The vacuum will slow down if it spots an obstruction, and avoid hitting it. The device also comes with an intelligent dust bin, which will alert you to its fullness to ensure that you empty the bin in time.

The Mova E30 Ultra is an budget-friendly option for anyone who wants to delegate their the chores of daily cleaning. It is a robot mop and vacuum cleaner that can clean your floors without having to lift a single finger. It is designed with a clever layout that improves the cleaning of corners by as much as 60%. It has up to 7000 Pa of suction power, and RoboSwing arms, and it can be controlled via the app or voice assistants, such as Alexa or Siri.

Beko RCV3

The Beko RCV3 is a sleek and feature-packed hybrid robot mop/vac that does a bang up job of keeping floors spick and span. It can't lift its mop to clean carpets or rug, as does the Roborock S8 MaxV ultra, but it is very good in cleaning hard floors. It also has a self-emptying bin, delivers an excellent suction power, offers many mopping options, and is controlled by a top quality app that works on both iOS and Android.

It's a bit smaller than the competition, and its main brush is shorter than others, but it did a great job of making short work of our test area easily. The brush that rotates on the side for edges is a nice addition and, while it couldn't remove dirt from our rugs and carpets like some of the competitors but it did a decent job overall.

The robot can be programmed to have individual cleaning parameters for each room. It can then create detailed maps using the built-in LiDAR navigation. It's easy to control using the app, and a range of voice output options will keep you informed of the status of your home robot. Regular updates to the software improve and extend its performance. The application can be used to remotely manage the RCV3 even when you are away from home.