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The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops

Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.

He tests and evaluates cleaning equipment. His main focus is robot vacuums, and mopping combinations. Multitaskers are an excellent choice for those looking to remove mopping from their list of things to do. Some have great navigation and obstacle avoidance. Some even wash and refill mopping pads to ensure a hands-free clean.

The Eufy S1 Pro

This is the model you need to choose if you want a robot vacuum cleaner that also mop. It is smaller than other options and makes it easier to maneuver into tight spaces or under furniture. It comes with a 220 degree Lidar that, combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, gives it one of my top navigation and object avoidance capabilities I've seen in a robotic vacuum. It comes with a massive 4600mAh battery that lasts for up to 170-minutes, if mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it is able to run longer in turbo). It can even return to its dock to replenish its battery mid-clean.

It's extremely fast and does a fantastic job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It vacuums carpeted rooms incredibly quickly and hardwood floors in the kitchen, hallways, and living room in one go. Its 8,000pa suction motor makes short work of picking up dirt, crumbs and pet hair. Carpet detection automatically increases power when it detects carpets and the dual side brushes help to clean debris from corners.

The mopping performance, though still impressive, isn't as effective. The mop rotates at a high rate and it pushes down with 2.2lbs of force, easily scraping away dirt and stains. I've also noticed that the front arms extend out a bit more than other robots, which can be helpful to get into tight corners and along baseboards. The same front arms can also be used to collect larger debris like books and broken toys.

Another good thing is that the S1 Pro is one of the quietest robot vacuum with mop vacuums and mops I've ever tried. It doesn't produce as loud of a sound when mopping or vacuuming and is much quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The only drawback is that the S1 Pro must use a proprietary cleaning solution for mopping, and is separate from the vacuum. It is easy to install, and it works well. However, if you are buying this vacuum solely for mopping you must pay attention to this.

The Roborock Q Revo

The Q Revo is different from other robot vacuums in its class. It is a powerful machine for cleaning with a wide range of features.

The device comes with an efficient cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This allows it to map out the house, detect furniture and other obstacles. It then uses this information to clean methodically and intelligently. This ensures an efficient and consistent cleaning and is also rapid.

In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads can be used to reach an array of surfaces. They can reach corners or baseboards, as well as other hard-to-reach spots. They also have a flexible side brush that extends to the floor in close proximity to walls and other fixtures. In addition the mop pads can be cleaned and dried to avoid build-up and lessen the odors.

App-based customization is a different interesting feature. The Q Revo lets you adjust the suction strength and select either a back-and-forth or a random pattern. You can also alter the number of passes it will make, which will affect the speed at which the device can move through your home. You can also turn off the side brush in order to avoid damaging carpets and rugs.

The device comes with a high price tag but comes with a large selection of advanced features. However, it's important to remember that it carries periodic costs in the form of mopping equipment and maintenance. For example, the brushroll will need to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to twelve months. The filter must be cleaned after 150 hours and the mop pad must be replaced every three to six months.

The robot vacuum mop is a top Amazon rating and comes with many physical automation features. The vacuum also has an power button that doubles as a 'Clean' button' and a 'Home button that allows it to go home after cleaning. It also comes with a multi-functional dock that automatically empty the trash bin and refills its water tank to mop and washes and dry its mop pads.

The Shark Matrix Plus

If you're a busy professional or just want a cleaner home without spending much time doing chores, the Shark Matrix Plus is a solid choice. Its powerful performance, smart navigation and long battery life allow you to keep a clean home with little effort.

The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a two-in-one vacuum and mop. It can do both mopping and vacuuming. It has two modules: a dry bin and water reservoir, and a separate mopping system with a microfiber pad that snaps in and out of place. Separate modules for mopping and vacuuming may appear a bit dated however, they mean that you don't need to worry about changing disposable bags or refilling the tank with water.

The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming and mopping. Its best feature was its precise floorplan, which it uses to draw a route when cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate through rugs, furniture and other obstacles. The app also offers the option to set "No-Go zones" as well as virtual barriers that help to keep certain areas of your house from being cleaned with a mop.

The Matrix Plus also did a remarkable job at collecting hair from pets. It was able capture many of the hair that shed by our cats, and even got into some of the corners and crevices of our stairs where other robots struggled. It was fairly quiet and had some nice jingles that let you know when it was starting or finishing its work.

Its main drawbacks were its simple app and the requirement to swap out the modules when switching between mopping and vacuuming. The app can't store multiple maps, which can be a hassle if you have a home that has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a ideal choice for people who are looking for a smart device that can vacuum and mop.

The Yiko X1 Omni

The X1 Omni robot vacuum is the most expensive item in our review. It does however, have distinct features that make it worth looking into. The X1 Omni's main draw is its huge dock that doubles as a charging base and housing for two 4-liter water tanks, a sink for cleaning as well as a 2.5-liter dust bin that is automatically empties.

The base has a few control buttons, which allow you to manually start cleaning tasks or recall the robot vacuum cleaner best, or run the dock's automatic emptying procedure. Hold down two buttons to turn off a child lock which is a great touch for parents worried about kids tinkering with the vacuum.

Like other robotic cleaner and mop vacuums, the X1 Omni utilizes its camera to spot furniture and obstacles in its path and eliminate them. Its True Mapping 2.0 navigation system will map your home 10 times faster than laser detection systems and is four times more precise in recognizing objects.

The X1 can be prone to become stuck if it gets entangled in an obstacle, such as a power cable tangled over a rug. It will not work until you remove it manually. Although this is not a common occurrence but it was a very frustrating experience when it did happen and especially because the X1 Omni does not come with a "stuck" status alert in its application.

Another issue that could be a problem is the X1 Omni's inability to automatically switch between vacuuming and mopping modes during a cleaning session. You will have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't too bad, except that mopping pads don't get cleaned or dried between uses. This can cause mildew and mold.

On the positive side the X1 Omni is a beautiful-looking robot thanks to the design team at Jacob Jensen (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who conceptualized its modern, sleek base and mopping pad apparatus. It's a big departure from the utilitarian all-black bases of competitors like Roborock or iRobot. It's also an excellent choice for a market dominated by clunky boxes.