Susannah French

The Best Robot Hoover

The best robot cleaner robot vacuum best hoover can vacuum and mop without needing your attention, and it leaves your floors spotless. Its low cost and top-of-the-line features (such as dirt detection) are pluses.

Make sure to check your robot's brushes regularly for tangled debris and hair. Wash them when necessary. Some models will also empty the onboard dustbin and deposit it in a larger bin located at the base. This can reduce the amount of fine dust that gets released into the air.

1. Roomba Q5 Pro

The Q5 Pro and its sibling the more expensive Q7 Max Series, are among the most powerful robot vacuums we've test. They feature top-of-the-line motors that can produce up to 5,500 Pascals of suction force. Like other top iRobot models (including the top-rated model), they use intelligent mapping technology to create detailed floor plans that avoid household obstacles such as cords and furniture legs. They also feature carpet boost, a feature that boosts the robot's performance when it detects the presence of dirt on the carpet, allowing it clean quickly.

Both the Q5 and Q7 Max Series get very high scores on our tests on floors that are bare, and they're particularly adept in removing pet hair. They do have some flaws however, which hinder them from being our top option. One of the flaws of the Q5 is its navigation system does not feature AI-powered obstacles avoidance. It's therefore prone to become stuck on shoes and socks and couldn't navigate densely packed rooms very well during our tests. It doesn't also have a camera that can see around corners.

Still, it's very good for those who want to save money on an Roomba from iRobot and have a bare-floored home or office. It's also very quiet and can be used when you're at work or going to school. It lacks the edge-to-edge bare floor vacuuming feature robots that vacuum and mop's offered in the more expensive iRobot Roomba X30. It's also less effective at mopping, relying on disposable wet wipes that don't hold on very well and can't deal with dried-on debris. The Q5 comes with a self-emptying cradle, however. And, if you need to change the mopping pad to dry ones in a matter of just a few seconds.

2. IRobot Roomba

The iRobot Roomba X30 is a compact, sleek vacuum cleaner that can also mop floors. Its intelligent cleaning maps as well as fluid navigation make it simple to clean, and effective in dealing with larger particles such as pet hair. It also features an impressive suction system and self-emptying bin. It's the best robot hoover for carpets, although it's not as effective as some rivals in deep cleaning.

This high-performing mop and vacuum combination makes use of advanced sensors to dodge obstacles and pet waste, and it learns the layout of your home over time to provide more efficient cleaning. The app allows you to modify zones and alter the cleaning schedule. Its battery life is average when compared to other models.

You can tell the X30 Ultra to remove its mop and extend them when it's in a carpeted area which prevents cross-contamination. The flex arm is perfect to get under furniture with low levels and along baseboards. It's not as effective on the washboard as our other Editors' Choice Picks, the Ecovacs Ozmo N8Pro+ and the iRobot Combo j9+.

During tests, the X30 Ultra was the fastest robot vacuum/mop in the market to clean an entire home, and it did so with the battery at 66 percent left. It did a great cleaning job on different floors and rooms with different kinds of flooring, including some area carpets. Its obstacle detection was top-of-the-line, and it nimbly avoided fake dog socks, turds and cables.

It's a bit more expensive than iRobot Combo v9+ or iRobot Roomba j9+ but has superior suction and an onboard bin that automatically empties into the base. It also supports voice commands through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. It is able to clean floors even after it vacuums. This is something we haven't seen on other robot vacuum/mop combination.

3. Roomba X40 from iRobot

With a sleek circular design that appears more like a normal Roomba than the competitors' compact models this mop and robot vacuum is among the most appealing looking in our reviews. iRobot's latest flagship model also is among the most intelligent and has advanced features like Enhanced Dirt Detection Technology and future compatibility with Matter (another company's robot that can wash its own mop pads).

It's the only robot vacuum/mop that scored a perfect 10 in our testing, thanks to a combination of high-tech sensors that include cameras, a structured light system and multiple lasers. The X40 Ultra is also the only robot we tested that can completely autonomously refill and empty its base station and it boasts the industry's highest suction of 12,000Pa and self-cleaning mop pads.

The X40, like other iRobot products, is easy to operate. It has an easy mobile application interface, and it integrates with Amazon Alexa and Apple HomeKit. The only downside is that the X40 is still a loud unit. This can be a problem in mornings before work or in the evening when you're trying to sleep.

It's also a bit costly, but not as expensive as the Ecovacs MaxV Ultra or Roborock S8 Omni, which are both equally powerful and more attractive. If you're willing with a little more noise and some additional cost it's a efficient two-in-one device that should satisfy most people.

4. iRobot Roomba L20 Ultra

The L20 Ultra is the top-of-the line robot mop and vacuum. It comes with a variety of advanced features that help you forget your chores. The L20 Ultra is a hands-free cleaning machine, similar to Ecovacs the top of the line X2 Omni or Roborock's S8 Pro Ultra. It has a multifunction dock which automatically emptys the vacuum's bin and refills the water tank, and washes and dries the mop pads.

The smart robot vacuum cleaners reviews uses LIDAR and structured lighting to draw out floor plans and spot obstacles. It can navigate more efficiently than its competitors with premium features. It also comes with a front-mounted camera to detect hazards in real-time, although this wasn't quite 100% foolproof during our tests and was often confused by power cords or other obstructions.

The vacuum has a suction maximum of 7,000 Pascals which is more than enough to complete the task. It also features "Intelligent Dirt Detection", that regulates the amount of time the vacuum works and also alters the frequency of cleaning for various areas of the house depending on the amount of dirt they are.

If you have a larger home, you should consider choosing a model that has zones or spot cleaning modes. This lets you instruct the robot on which part of your home must be cleaned with the help of an app or voice control. If you have lots of furniture, a stairway mode is also useful. For families with busy schedules recharge functions and resume feature that permits your robot vacuum to resume where it left off can be extremely useful.

5. iRobot Roomba RX3

The RX3 is more intelligent than the price suggests. It is a great job vacuuming, removing 55% of the debris we found in our tests (it was second only to the Roomba Q5 Pro). It also mops with one pad and a reciprocating motion that is more efficient than most of the robot mop cleaners that we've tried. And it's highly self-sufficient with a fully-featured app as well as an auto-emptying, washable base.

The well-designed iRobot app guides you through a mapping session that collects data about your floorplan and any "no-go" areas you set on the map. You can use it to create cleaning schedules, plan the perfect spot for cleaning or prioritize your most filthy rooms to improve performance. The app also grants access to many features like seasonal suggestions, custom maps and advanced settings for your cleaning.

It also has the ability to reach corners and under furniture better because its shape is more rectangular. It is equipped with an impressive 8000 Pascal suction as well as clever combs for removing pet hair. It also has the ability to set up a spot clean that intensely cleans a localized area.

The Miele Scout RX3 Home Vision HD is a more sleek and cheaper alternative to the iRobot Roomba. It is more appealing in its design, akin to Dolce & Gabbana. The twin cameras are designed like cute eyes. It is capable of vacuuming but is more prone to get caught on low thresholds and is a bit more noisy than the other top robot vacuums we've examined. It also comes with an app that's less intuitive and a small base station that can't double as a bin to empty.