Kristin Ampt

Top Rated Robot Vacuums

A robot vacuum cleaner price vacuum will keep your floors tidy enough to cut down on the frequency of hoovering manually. Find one that has good navigation, can clean corners and stairs and has a huge dust bin that needs emptying only once in a while.

There are models that can mop and charge themselves, which is a feature that is essential for families with pets or children. Many of the top performers in our tests also have good obstacle avoidance.

1. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot EVO

The i3+ EVO is similar to its sibling the i3 EVO. They differ only in the fact that the i3+ comes with self-emptying capabilities. The i3+ is a great alternative for those who want a an entirely automated, hands-free cleaning experience but are willing to manually empty the best robot vacuum for the money's dustbin after it has filled up.

Both robots excel at picking up surface debris off hard floors and carpets, and they are very good in moving around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software creates smart maps of your home to aid the i3+ in its navigation and clean up efficiently. The i3+ does not have the same obstacle avoidance capabilities as the i7+ or any other top-rated robots we have test. It can get stuck on power cords and socks and have difficulty navigating between different surfaces like hardwood and rug.

iRobot suggests cleaning the area around the i3+ EVO vacuums prior to using it. This includes getting rid of any toys or other clutter it might come across. It is also recommended to keep the dustbin and filter clear to avoid 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 it automatically empties the dirt into the station’s external dustbin. Then it continues cleaning from where it started. Battery life is about an hour and a half of continuous usage. It takes three hours to charge.

2. iRobot Roomba i7+

The iRobot i7+ is the top model in iRobot's flagship line, and it comes with the latest features. It is self-charging and self-navigating. However, the most significant feature is its self-emptying bin. This removes the need for regular maintenance.

The Roomba I7+ is able to make rooms more efficient maps using Imprint Smart Mapping. It also integrates with the iRobot Home app to let you schedule cleaning jobs and direct your robot vacuum cleaner black friday by voice or through the app.

The i7+ is faster and more maneuverable in our tests than the eufy RoboVac G30. It also picked up large pet hair pieces from any surface including carpeting. Its main advantage over the eufy, though it self-empties its dust bin, which eliminates a major cause of maintenance and lowers recurring costs.

We were also impressed by the i7+'s integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant AI services that we used to instruct the robot to begin, stop or pause its cleaning routines and move around the room, and even vacuum the area. The iRobot Home App made it easy to connect the i7+ to these services. After being connected, to voice commands to the i7+ like "Hey Alexa vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home App also offers options for managing i7+ settings and evaluating performance.

3. Dyson Cyclone V10

This tiny Dyson model is an all-sports car that is amidst a sea of vacuums powered by cordless that resemble minivans and buses. It has the power and features to replace a stand-up vacuum in the majority of households and can fit in well next to the coffee table or a bookshelf that you can spin around like the magic tool.

The V10 is powered with a Lithium-ion battery with 7 cells of energy that produces energy that lasts for 60 minutes. The advanced whole-machine filter system traps allergens, then releases cleaner air into your home. The cleaning head is specially designed to drive stiff nylon bristles deep into carpet to collect large dust and crumbs. It has three suction modes to meet the task being performed. It can quickly switch between handheld and floor vacuum and vice versa.

This model has a dock that can charge the Dyson to 100% in 3.5 hours. It also provides an easy access to two attachments and an handheld. This is a big improvement over the older Dysons, which take a long time to charge and are difficult to store.

The main issue with the V10 is its short running time. Its claims on the market that it can last up to 60 minutes of running time are misleading as CR's tests have shown. This is an average and not a remarkable time for a battery-powered cordless vac. It's enough time to clean a typical-sized home but not enough to get into every corner. (A second run usually works). That's not to say this model doesn't have its advantages It's lighter and more maneuverable than older cordless Dysons and its vacuuming performance is noticeably superior on carpets with a low pile.

4. iRobot Roomba 694

One of iRobot's most adored robot vacuums the 694 is an affordable model that's an excellent option for those who don't want to invest too much on a robotic. It could pick up the majority of types of debris and sizes in our tests and would often go over the same area many times for an efficient clean. The flat front of the unit allows it to reach into corners and along the walls' edges which is a nice touch.

Its smart navigation system uses iAdapt to avoid obstacles and navigate around your home, but it isn't equipped with the mapping capability of more sophisticated models like our top choices such as the i3+ EVO and j7+ series. It can get stuck on phone cords or low furniture and is often unable to supply power before returning to its home base.

The Xiaomi Mi robot vacuum is superior to the Roomba 694 in most respects in that it has fewer components that require regular maintenance, is fitted with an allergen-trapping HEPA filter, incurs lower costs for recurring maintenance, has more advanced automation capabilities and is more efficient in maneuvering itself. It also has a bigger dustbin and can charge faster.

The eufy RoboVac X8 is superior to the Roomba 694 in most reasons, since it has a better battery life, has the ability to alter its suction power mode on its own and comes with physical boundary strips, and can be controlled by your smartphone's voice assistant. It also feels more sturdy and has a stronger motor, and performs notably better on bare floors and carpets with low pile, while providing a wider array of automation options.

5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a household name in the field of home electronics. It's not a surprise, then, that they are also among the top producers of robot vacuums and mop. Jet Bot AI+ has an advanced onboard technology that allows to navigate and avoid obstacles.

The app gives you plenty of options to personalize your robotic cleaner, including virtual barriers mopping water levels, behavior modification, docking frequency settings, and more. The app is simple to learn and use, just like other Samsung devices.

In our tests of the Jet Bot AI+ excelled on hard floors, and also handled dog hair (on carpet) quite well, cleaning up 86% of it. However, it didn't do particularly well in avoiding taller objects like cords and socks which was a disappointment. It's also more expensive than other models we've tested and this could be a deterrent for some buyers.

The app allows you to access the camera onboard of the smart vacuum. You can also set up live streaming from the robot's cleaning area. This feature lets you keep track of your pets or children when you're away from home. The filter and the dust bin can be washed for quick, easy cleanup. The Jet Bot AI+ comes with an automatic cleaning robot clean station which helps keep the robot's bin clear and maximizes suction power.

6. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum

Unlike other robotic vacuums, that are specifically designed for hard floors and carpets, Black and Decker robots are designed specifically for hard floors. They have an extra wide cleaning path, and dust bins that are 2X larger than the competition. This lets them clean the area for a longer period of time. They also come with two side sweepers for cleaning around corners and edges. The POWERSERIES model also comes with AutoSense that automatically adjusts the power level depending on whether it's collecting dirt that is on the surface or embedded. The vacuum also has an app that lets you to view an interactive map, control functions, and create schedules. You can also monitor the status of the vacuum's battery and send it back to its dock to charge by pressing one button. The app also lets you to customize the LED lights on top of the vacuum by using different colors, so that you can clearly see the areas where it's focused or where it's got stuck.

The application also allows you to steer the robot manually if needed. My living room rug, for instance has a dark-colored border that can trip up some other robots. The HRV 425BL however was able to continue to move across the border without ever registering the edge. The ability to create weekly cleaning schedules is a great time-saving convenience.