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Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

Robots aren't so good at picking up debris like screws made of metal or pasta pieces. However, they are amazing at sweeping dust, pet hair, and crumbs. The best models have smart vacuum navigation technology, which assists them in avoiding cords, toys and other household obstacles.

1. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot EVO

The iRobot Roomba i3+ is a fantastic robot intelligent vacuum cleaner that has many smart features that make it easier to maintain. The automatic bin emptying feature is among the most impressive features we've seen in a robot vacuum. It works well on carpets and hard floors. It's also simple to install and use and the app will guide you step-by-step through the process. Another impressive feature is the ability to return to the spot where it began in our tests. It did this for 77 mins on one cleaning, before running out of battery.

The i3+ EVO, unlike some of the other robot vacuums we have tested, comes with a self-emptying bin that automatically disposes of debris into an external dirt compartment on its charging base when it is full. This helps reduce the need for hands-on maintenance and also helps prevent the i3+ EVO from overfilling, but it still needs to be manually cleaned after each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO's built-in dust bin holds 2.4L of debris and is more than enough to last five or four cleaning sessions before you have to replace it.

Like the i7model, this model uses state-of-the-art floor tracking sensors to create maps and navigate in neat rows. However, the i3+ EVO only stores one map, while the i7 can store multiple. The i7's map can be used to create virtual barriers and no-go zones but not the i3+ EVO.

The i3+ EVO is more effective of removing debris from the surface in comparison to other robovacs that we have reviewed, but it is not the most effective in cleaning edges and corners. It's also less gentle on furniture, despite being surprisingly quiet. It was quite rough on furniture, since it forced chairs away. It also caused collisions with the sides of the test bed.

2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro

Whether you're expanding your collection of robot vacuums, or are just starting out, the Q5 Pro is a great choice. It packs a lot of power, smart vacuum navigation, and handy automation into a sleek and stylish design at an affordable price. It's the best pound-for-pound model currently available and is even better than Roborock's higher-priced models in several ways.

This robot floor cleaner does a great job of cleaning floors with no dust, and its avoidance technology helps it steer clear of furniture legs and other obstacles. It also does well on carpet and earns the top score in our tests of navigation. The only snag is that it's more raucous than the other models we test and doesn't perform as well in our owners satisfaction and predicted reliability assessments.

The Q5 Pro has a very large 770ml dust bin that means you don't have to empty it as frequently as other 2-in-1 robots. The Q5 Pro's 240 minute running time is also a lot when contrasted with other 2-in-1 robots we tested. When the battery is low it returns to its dock and recharges before continuing cleaning where it left off. You can manage the Q5 Pro via the app and make voice commands using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.

This is the first robot we've seen that has 3D mapping. This along with other advances, helped it perform exceptionally well in our tests of vacuuming and mopping test. You can schedule cleanings, set no-go zones, and check the status of the battery among other things. The app is easy to use, however it doesn't support Apple HomeKit. That feature is scheduled to be added in 2025. Apple updated its website's footnote in early November to reflect the fact that the feature was delayed until 2025. HomeKit isn't compatible with other robots, however Siri Shortcuts are.

3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus

The TP-Link Tapo R30 Plus robot vacuum cleaner is a fantastic choice if you are looking for a machine that is able to mop and is affordable. It comes with a plethora of features for the price and has a chic design. It is possible to operate the device by using various buttons on the machine or via the app and even use voice commands. The device is powered by batteries and the vacuum container can automatically empty itself.

The TP-Link RV30 Plus is a great vacuum cleaner for standard messes. It can also be used to lightly mop on hard floors. It comes with a sweeping brush replacement and mopping cloth as well as a HEPA-filter. It can be combined with a smart home hub like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to provide convenient voice remote control vacuum cleaner. The TP-Link RV30 Plus can be easily set up and connected to various flooring surfaces using the automatic mode. This guarantees that the most effective results are achieved for every room and flooring.

You can select from three cleaning modes that will meet your requirements. The vacuuming mode makes use of the smart sensor for detection of obstacles like furniture, stairs and edges. The mopping mode is used to automatically clean the floor or remove stubborn stains and liquid spills. You can combine both features to provide the most thorough and thorough cleaning.

With powerful suction and three settings for dry mopping, the TP-Link RV30 Plus effortlessly removes dust, pet hair, crumbs and other debris from all flooring types. It can also clean carpets without damaging them due to the specially designed mop.

During the first mapping run the TP-Link RV30 Plus scans and records the home's layout by using its LiDAR and Gyro dual navigation system. The map can be edited using the app and you can combine or split rooms as you like. You can also design virtual walls and no-go zones to stop the RV30 Plus from wandering in areas you don't wish to visit.

4. Eufy iMop

The Eufy iMop is one of the best full-featured robot vacuum and mop combos for hard floors. It has a high-tech mapping system that maps your home across several floors. The base station is well-designed and automates cleaning to a large degree. It provides excellent obstacle avoidance and navigation.

This model utilizes an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to create a map of your home, resulting in efficient cleaning routes. The iMop awed us with its assessment of the effectiveness of navigation and coverage, and it was very efficient in avoiding obstacles, including furniture. It also finds its way back to the base station in case it runs out of batteries during cleaning.

It also comes with a spot cleaning mode that lets you to mop or clean an area of your floor. And it can be manually programmed to follow a fixed route, which is helpful for narrow staircases or hallways. It was capable of cleaning carpets in our carpet cleaning test, but it struggled with longer pile carpets and rugs. It is also able to automatically raise the mop pad once it comes in contact with carpet. This is a great feature to not mop your carpets.

The iMop comes with an onboard dustbin as well as a water tank, which it is empty at the conclusion of every cleaning session. The dust bin can hold up to 2.5 liters and needs to be empty every two cleaning cycles. The water tank is capable of handling half a dozen mopping session before it runs out. The iMop requires less maintenance and cleaning than an typical robot vacuum, which can be a major selling point for busy families.

The mobile app for iMop is easy to use and packed with options for setting up. It comes with a variety of suction modes, mopping settings and scheduling. It also lets you build virtual walls and no-go zones so the robot won't wander into rooms that aren't allowed. In addition, the app provides access to your iMop's status and errors messages.