Best Robot Vacuums and Mop Systems
This vacuum cleaner is a great option for those who live in apartments as it uses a smaller docking system and carries its own rubbish bin. The app lets you select different modes and monitor cleans, plus the mopping feature impresses.
Its mapping and obstacle avoidance are impressive, and it mops very well cleaning up pet hair, spillages and dirt. It also self-empties, cleans itself and re-fills its tank.
iRobot Roomba Combination
The iRobot Combo includes mopping in addition to the already impressive vacuuming capabilities of the robot. It's not quite enough to take the place of our current Editors' Choice, the Deebot X1 Omni, which offers more cleaning power and an app that is easier to use on mobile devices however it makes an excellent choice. In our tests, it consistently picked up dirt of different sizes and types from carpets and hard floors. Its obstacle avoidance system isn't the most sophisticated in the world, as it lacks structured light and other features like LiDAR, but it still managed to prevent most collisions with furniture and clutter.
The Combo has the same functions as the j7 Plus, including the latest onboard acoustic sensors that determine the floor's type and AI-powered navigation, however it isn't able to set suction power manually. It's also a little less compact than its vacuum-only counterpart and doesn't come with a self-empty dock.
The Combo is one of my favorite options for homes with a lot of space. Its elegant design is also one of the best I've seen. The sleek matte black plastic looks better than the majority of competitors' glossy or metallic finishes, and iRobot's little features--like a leather tab that can open the onboard bin and a shelf within the dock that can hold additional bags--are classier than many of its rivals'. The iRobot Combo makes it easy to create maps and establish Keep-Out Zones.
Roborock
Roborock, a relatively recent player in the robot vacuum and mop industry has already established itself by offering a suite innovative cleaning technologies. automated vacuum cleaner are world-class in suction, while mopping systems make use of vibrating mops that scrub floors clean. Additionally, a variety of scheduling and mapping options let you fine-tune the schedule of cleaning for your specific home.
Another impressive Roborock feature is obstacle avoidance, which lets the robot see objects lower than its height. This is especially helpful for the most popular Roborock models, such as the Qrevo Master, which is top of the line in terms of navigation, because of vSLAM and LiDAR. Other robovacs are notorious for hitting furniture and run over pet faeces, without even noticing but the Qrevo Master solves this problem with Reactive AI, which makes use of twin cameras to discern objects in the room.
Roborock robots also have a number of convenience features that help reduce day-to-day maintenance. These include auto-empty capable docks and multifunctional mop washing stations. They remove the need to manually empty bins and wash mops, making for an experience that is completely hands-free. Plus the app's simple layout and fast connection to the robot makes it simple to use.
Hobot Legee D8
Hobot Legee, with its wide variety of cleaning features integrated and advanced mopping features, is one of the best robot vacuums and mops for dry and wet floors. Its advanced navigation system integrates five technologies to plan and take the most efficient route. It can also detect different flooring materials and recognise obstacles with pinpoint accuracy. It can even raise itself 7mm to glide across carpets. The smart spray system uses the right amount of water to remove stains without leaving unsightly water marks.
The Legee is the Gen 4 Robot, competes directly with the Eufy Robovac X9 or Ecovacs Deebot T20. Both of them cost more. It is more advanced, including a flexible D-shaped robot that can clean corners and under cabinets more effectively than a round one. Its sensors include 360deg (3D) (Lidar Encoder Gyro and E-compass) 4 forward-facing sensors and one right-side-facing (IR ToF distance sensors) and two pairs of cliff detectors, front and rear (most robots only have one pair). It also includes Legee SLAM to reduce the bump-andgrind issues that plague Gen 4 robots.
In contrast to other robots, unlike other robots, the Legee features a built-in trash compactor and can use the less raunchy 5 GHz Wi-Fi band. The LuLu mop wash station is included and can wash, refill and dries your mop 'cloth. You can use the mop up to six-times longer than other mops. It also reduces waste and the frequency at which bins are emptied.
Karcher RCV 5
Known for its pressure washers and garden tools, Karcher has been dabbling in robot vacuums for a while, and this is their most technologically advanced model. Powered by LiDAR, it creates maps of your house and can be programmed to vacuum or mop. It can also distinguish between hard floors and carpets and prevent puddles on your precious pile.
Its navigation is superb that can avoid furniture or rugs easily. It can even raise itself over steps. The robot can be customised by adjusting a range of settings including cleaning schedules and which rooms it must clean. It also has an emergency button' that forces the robot to return home in the event that its power is cut off. It can be programmed to turn off automatically if the threat of storms is imminent.
The RCV 5 is easy to use and, while hefty at nearly 4kg, it's hardly difficult to manoeuvre around furniture. Safety features like sensors that warn it to stay clear of stairs will be appreciated by parents with small children. After charging it will take just a few hours to recharge and the two buttons on top will flash green to signal that it is ready to go.
Mova E30 Ultra
The Mova E30 Ultra robot vacuum cleaner is a machine that balances advanced technology with affordability. It's a direct competitor to models such as the Dreame L10 Ultra and Roborock's Q Revo. Despite its lower price tag it is worth the price. Mova E30 Ultra offers features that other models can't compete with. It makes use of sensors to alter its settings to suit different floors and surfaces, as well as detect areas that are less clean and ensure they receive enough attention. It can also move at slow speeds to avoid damage to delicate furniture and walls.
The device can map your home's interior and display it within the app. You can also mark specific areas and objects that you want the vacuum to stay away from. The vacuum will slow down when it detects an obstruction and will avoid getting into it. It also has a a smart dustbin that alerts you when it's full, so you can empty it before you need to.
The Mova E30 Ultra is an affordable choice for those looking to outsource their daily cleaning tasks. It doubles as a robot vacuum and mop, allowing you to keep your floors clean without lifting a finger. It also has a clever design that boosts corner cleaning efficiency by as much as 60%. It can hold up to 7000 Pa of suction power, and RoboSwing arms. It can be controlled using the app or voice assistants like Alexa or Siri.
Beko RCV3
The Beko RCV3 is a fashionable and feature-packed hybrid robot mop/vac that does an excellent job of keeping floors clean and span. It's not able to lift its mop to clean carpets or rug, as does the Roborock S8 MaxV ultra, but it is very good at cleaning hard floors. It also has a self-emptying bin that provides an adequate amount of suction power, offers a number of mopping options and can be controlled by a top quality app that is compatible with both iOS and Android.
It's smaller than most of the competitors and its main brush is shorter than most but it still managed to make short work of our test area effortlessly. The revolving brush on the side for edges is a nice touch and, while it didn't remove dirt from our rugs as well as some of the competitors, it did a very decent job overall.
Cleaning parameters can be set up for each room, and the device will automatically create detailed maps of the rooms by using LiDAR's built-in navigation. The app is easy to use and offers an array of voice output options that can keep you informed of the status of your robot. Regular updates to the software enhance and extend its performance. The application can be used to remotely manage the RCV3 even when you're not at home.