Murray Dacomb

Top Rated Robot Vacuums

A robot vacuum can keep your floors clean enough to reduce the frequency of manual hoovering. Pick a robot vacuum that is well-trained in navigation, is able to clean corners and stairs, and that has large bins that only needs to be emptied periodically.

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

1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The i3+ EVO and its sibling, the i3 EVO are the same robots, but they differ in that the i3+ has self-emptying features. The i3+ is an excellent option for those who want a fully automated, hands-off cleaning experience, but are willing to manually empty the dust bin once it gets full.

Both robots excel at picking up surface debris on carpets and hard floors and they are very good at maneuvering around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software creates a smart maps of your home to assist the i3+ to navigate and clean up efficiently. The i3+ doesn't feature obstacle avoidance features like the i7+ or other top Rated robot Vacuum-rated robots that we test. It can be stuck on power cords or socks, and may have trouble navigating between different surfaces, like rug and hardwood.

iRobot recommends you clear out areas where the i3+ EVO will vacuum prior to when you use it, which includes getting rid of any clutter or toys it might encounter. You should also keep the filters and dust bin clean to prevent them from getting blocked. If the i3+'s internal bin is empty or the battery is not fully charged, it returns to the docking station and empties the dirt into the station's external dustbin. It then continues cleaning from where it left off. Battery life is about an hour and a half of continuous usage. It takes 3 hours to fully charge.

2. Roomba from iRobot

The iRobot i7+ is a top model from iRobot’s flagship line and is packed with the most recent features. It's self-charging and self-navigating. However, the most significant feature is the self-emptying bin. This removes the need for regular maintenance.

The Roomba i7+ can keep up to 10 floor plans and their names using Imprint Smart Mapping, which lets it create maps of rooms so that it can clean them more efficiently. It also works with iRobot Home to schedule cleaning tasks, and it can control your robot through the app or voice.

In our testing the i7+ was faster and more maneuverable than our runner-up and the eufy RoboVac G30, and it took large pieces of pet hair from all surfaces kinds including carpeting. The biggest advantage over the Eufy is its self-emptying garbage bin that removes major maintenance sources and lowers the cost of recurring maintenance.

We were also impressed by the i7+'s compatibility with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant AI services. We utilized these services to instruct the robot to begin or stop cleaning sessions and also to move around the room and even vacuum a specific area. The iRobot Home App made it easy to connect the i7+ to these services. Once connected to these services, we were able use the i7+'s voice commands such as "Hey Alexa, best combo vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home App also offers options for managing i7+ settings and monitoring the performance.

3. Dyson Cyclone V10

In a world of vacuums with cords that feel like minivans or buses, this tiny Dyson model feels like an automobile. 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 table for a coffee or the bookshelf, where you can wave it around like the magic device.

The V10 is powered by a seven-cell, energy-dense lithium-ion battery that produces energy that is not faded for 60 minutes. The advanced whole-machine filter system is able to trap allergens and then releases cleaner air into your home. Its specialized cleaning head drives bristles of nylon that are stiff and deep into carpets to trap large crumbs and fine dust. It comes with three suction settings to suit the task being performed. It can quickly switch between handheld and floor vacuum, and vice versa.

The model comes with a dock which charges the Dyson to 100% in 3.5 hours. It also provides the ability to connect two attachments as well as a wand. This is a huge improvement over the older Dysons, that require a long charge and are a pain to store.

The main drawback of the V10 is its short run time. The tests conducted by CR show that its claims to run up to 60 minutes are a bit misleading. This is a typical, not exceptional, battery-powered vacuum's run time. This is still enough to vacuum the majority of a home that's average size but not long enough to clean every spot (though an additional run-through often will suffice). This doesn't mean that this model isn't a good choice: It's lighter and mobile than the older cordless Dysons, and its vacuuming efficiency is superior on carpets with a low pile.

4. iRobot Roomba 694"

One of the most well-known robot vacuums, the 694 is a basic model that's an excellent choice for people who don't wish to spend too much money on a robot. It was able to pick up the majority of types of debris and sizes in our testing and often went over the same area many times to ensure an extensive clean. Its flat front end helps it reach into corners and along the walls' edges and walls, which is a nice addition.

Its intelligent navigation system makes use of iAdapt to avoid obstacles and navigate your home, but it's not equipped with the mapping capabilities of more sophisticated models like our top choices such as the i3+ EVO and the j7+ series. This means that it is sometimes stuck on things like phone cords or furniture that isn't in good condition, and often runs out of battery power before returning to its base.

The Xiaomi Mi robot vacuum is superior to the Roomba 694 in most respects, as it has fewer parts that require regular cleaning It also comes with an allergen-trapping HEPA filter, has lower costs for recurring maintenance, has more advanced automation capabilities and is more efficient in maneuvering itself. It also has a larger dustbin and charges quicker.

The elegant RoboVac X8 is superior to the Roomba 694 for a variety of purposes, because it has a better battery life, can change its suction power mode manually and comes with physical boundary strips, and can be controlled by your smartphone's voice assistant. It also feels better-built, has a more powerful motor, and performs notably better on both bare floors and carpets with low pile, while offering a wider range of automation options.

5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a name that you see on all sorts of home electronics It's no surprise that they're also one of the most reputable robotic vacuum and mop makers. Their Jet Bot AI+ is loaded with cutting-edge onboard intelligence tech for navigation and obstacle avoidance.

The app offers a variety of options for customizing your robotic cleaner. This includes virtual barriers, mopping levels and behavior customizations docking frequency settings, and many more. It's easy to understand and easy to use, just as is the case with other Samsung devices.

In our testing, the Jet Bot AI+ excelled on hard floors and dealt with dog hair (on carpet) very well, picking up 86 percent of it. It didn't do very well in avoiding taller objects like socks or cords. This was disappointing. It's priced higher than other models that we tested, and this could be a problem for some shoppers.

The app lets you access the onboard camera of the smart vacuum. You can also create live streaming from the robot's cleaning zone. This feature allows you to check in on your children or pets while you're away. The dustbin and the filter can be cleaned to ensure the quick and easy cleaning. The Jet Bot AI+ also comes with a clean and tidy station that's self-emptying, which helps keep the robot's dustbin clean smart robot and maximizes suction power for each cleaning run.

6. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum

Unlike other robotic vacuum cleaner best vacuums, that are made for carpets and hard floors, Black and Decker robots are designed specifically for hard floors. They have an extra wide cleaning path, as well as dust bins that are 2 times larger than other models. This allows them to clean the area for longer. In addition, they have two side sweepers that clean around edges and corners. The POWERSERIES Extreme model comes with AutoSense technology, which can tell if it's picking up dirt on surfaces or embedded dirt and automatically adjusts its power level. The vacuum also comes with an app that lets you to view a virtual map, control functions, and schedules. You can also check the status of the vacuum and then send it to the dock for charging at the press of a single button. The app allows you to modify the LEDs on the top of the vacuum so that you can discern where it is focusing or if it's stuck.

The app makes it possible to manually steer the robot when needed. For example my living room rug has a darkly colored border that tends to trip up some of the other robots I've tested. The HRV 425BL however continued to travel across the border without ever registering the edge. The ability to program a weekly cleaning schedule is a great time-saving convenience.