Susannah Siemens

Best Robotic Mop and Vacuum Combos

The majority of robot vacuum-mop combinations can be customised using a specialized application. You can save maps of your home and set up cleaning schedules and select the mopping mode you prefer. You can also alter the suction power and fine-tune the amount of water and scrub action your mop makes use of.

A mapping function helps your robot navigate through rooms. A feature to avoid obstacles helps it avoid running over furniture, wires or other toys. These are essential features for my house, filled with strewn-about toys.

1. Roborock S8 Pro Ultra

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra, the company's flagship vacuum and mop, comes packed with features. It's able to sweep and mop in one session and can lift its brushes and mop pads to prevent soft surfaces from becoming too wet. It can also see and avoid obstacles, with the ability to spot pet toys plants, small objects.

The robot vacuum has a suction power of 6,000 pascals, which is more than any other robot vac we've tested up to now. It is also equipped with PreciSense LiDAR Navigation, which tracks its location, preventing it from getting stuck on a surface.

The mopping capabilities of the S8 Pro Ultra are also impressive. It can provide constant pressure to the pad that is more than 6 Newtons to give a thorough clean. It also has mop lifter technology which lifts the pad automatically when it is able to switch between tile, laminate hardwood, carpet or rugs, to prevent soaking soft surfaces.

The S8 Pro Ultra also has self-washing and self-drying capabilities. The pad can be used for rinsing and heat-drying within the dock. The dust bin will automatically empty and return to the dock. This means you can just put it away and forget about it, only having to change the dust bag or refill the water tank on occasion.

This is all powered by a lithium-ion 5,200mAh battery. I tested it with its normal vac and mop settings for approximately 160 minutes before the S8 Pro Ultra started to be power-deficient and then return to its base for a recharge. This is not far off of the 180 minutes Roborock claims, and is on par with other hybrids I've tested.

It's a robust, well-rounded product. The only drawback is that it's expensive. The number of features makes it an appealing choice for anyone who is looking to replace their old mops and stick vacuums. If you are able to justify the price, we highly recommend checking this one out.

2. Dreametech L10S Ultra

The Dreametech L10S Ultra is a top-of-the-line robot vacuum and mop combo. Its price is justified by its powerful features, which include a large vacuuming capacity and two gyrating mops. It also has an app-based controller that is smart and powerful obstacle avoidance technology.

The L10S Ultra has a retail price of 999 Euros which is one of the most expensive robotic vacuum and mop combos available. In my testing it was able to perform well across all areas of the home, taking out 98.4% of debris on all floor types and managing to lift long hair without getting caught in. The mops also performed admirably with excellent cleaning results with less effort than many mid-range models. This was thanks to their rotational movement and an effective dose of cleaning solution.

However, the L10S Ultra's most significant highlight is its multi-functional docking station. The dock emptys its dust bin into dirt bag, then refills its water tank for the mopping function and even dry the mop pads for you. It has a real-time hazards detection system, and its intelligent controls let you schedule regular cleaning sessions.

Unlike the other hybrid vacuum mops I've tested, the L10S Ultra doesn't offer advanced debris pickup performance on carpets. The mops of the L10S Ultra are not as effective in removing tough staining as the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra.

In spite of the L10S Ultra's premium features, it requires regular care and maintenance. To prevent the growth of mildew or unpleasant odors, the base unit dustbag, water and tanks need to be cleaned and emptied regularly. They also need to be dried. The mop pads sold separately will require replacement every few months.

Given the L10S Ultra's premium price tag and extensive functionality, I would recommend it to anyone with the funds for it. If you're on a budget I suggest a more basic model that allows you to save money and still enjoy hands-free cleaning at your home. Even it were the case that the L10S Ultra was the best robot mop and vacuum you could find but its cost and constant maintenance will make it seem more an item to have than one that you actually need.

3. Eufy S1 Pro

Eufy S1 Pro is the robot vacuum and mop that you require to get rid of messes and get rid of dirt from your hard floors. This powerful robovac/mop combination comes with a powerful 8,000 Pa suction power. It also boasts a large battery capacity that can be used for vacuuming as well as mowing. And it is equipped with a top-notch obstacle-avoidance system. It even comes with an automatic vacuum and mop mop that cleans itself while moving this makes the S1 Pro stand out from other models that need to return to their base station mid-clean in order to rinse off the mop pad.

The S1 Pro uses a unique mopping system that is a big departure from the microfibre pads and spinning discs used in other robots. The roller is nearly the entire width of the robot, and it is supplied with a continuous supply of fresh water that is filtered and ozonated from the dock. As it rotates the roller scrubs your floors while soaking up dirt, and any dry debris is removed by the side brushes, or swept into the front colision bumper. The S1 Pro removes the mop water that is dirty into its base station where it is sucked in by the tank's heater elements, and then emptied into a larger storage container. The onboard tank holds a decent amount of water, and can manage about a dozen mopping sessions before running dry.

The S1 Pro comes ready to use straight out of the box as do other robotic vacuums and mops. The S1 Pro will need to be refilled with clean water. This can be accomplished in the cleaning dock. If you'd like to use your own cleaner you can add a cleaning solution to the dock. If you decide to use this feature however, you'll be required to purchase the Eufy brand cleaning solution that is more expensive than other robot brands that allow users to select their own choice of cleaners.

The S1 Pro performed well in the coverage and navigation efficiency tests, as did the majority of robots. It was quick to map a room, and it easily navigated around furniture. It was stuck on carpets with longer piles a few times during my tests. However, this could be improved by re-updating the software. The S1 Pro is an all-in-one robot that has many functions at a affordable prices.

4. Roborock Qrevo

The Qrevo is Roborock’s entry-level mop and vacuum cleaner, but it still has some outstanding features. The dock's multifunction emptying the robot vacuum that vacuums and mops's dirtbag, refilling its water tanks, as well as cleaning and sanitizing the mop pads is done by the dock. The mopping system itself is capable of cleaning a good bit of a space before returning to its dock and the vacuum's high suction is capable of removing debris and pet hair that accumulates on carpets.

The application that runs the appliance is quite complex, with a broad range of options to customize the cleaning process. You can manually initiate an entire map and clear everything that's been that is mapped by the device or you can select particular rooms, expandable zones, or even a schedule you've created. There are many mopping options which include SmartPlan -an algorithm that uses the sensors of the mops to determine the most efficient method to tidy your home as it maps the space.

The Qrevo was a great performer during our tests, just as all Roborock models we've test. Its navigation system is efficient in locating rooms quickly and cleaning in a neat way. Its "Normal" pathing option covers an area well, and doesn't leave any major gaps or missed areas. The Reactive Tech hazard avoidance system is also quite effective, though it's not as sophisticated as the color camera system on the Qrevo Master or the S8 Pro Ultra. It can detect dangers such as carpets with thick padding, but may not be able recognize smaller items such as rug tassels and electrical wires.

One of the biggest flaws of this device is the absence of a mop-after-vacuum option, which could be an issue for people who are frequently vacuuming before cleaning with their robot. There's a simple solution to this issue: The app offers an option that allows you to "clean up", at the end of each vacuuming session. This lets you use the mopping function of the vacuum to remove the last traces of dust and debris that you've left behind from the vacuuming. It's a nice feature and can help the robot to clean up a little bit better than its competitors with lower prices.