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The Best Robot Hoover
The best robot hoover can vacuum and mop without needing your attention. It will leave your floors spotless. Its low cost and top-of-the-line features (such as a dirt detector) are positives.
Be sure to regularly check your robot’s brushes for tangled hair and large debris and wash them if needed. Some models will automatically empty their dust bin on board into a larger bin at the base, which reduces the amount of fine dust released into the air.
1. Roomba Q5 pro
The Q5 Pro, and its more expensive sibling the Q7 Max Series are among the most powerful robotic vacuums that we have test. They have motors that are top of the line and can suction up to 5,500 Pascals. Like other premium iRobots (including the top model), they use smart mapping to create detailed floorplans and avoid household obstacles like cords and furniture legs. The robots also come with the feature of Carpet Boost that boosts its power when it detects dirt on the carpet.
The Q5 and Q7 Max Series both scored extremely well in our tests on bare floors, and they are particularly adept in cleaning dog hair. However, they have some flaws that prevent them from being our top pick. For instance, the Q5’s navigation doesn’t have AI-powered obstacle avoidance and is therefore prone to getting hung up on socks and shoes and couldn’t navigate tight spaces very efficiently in our tests. It also doesn’t have a camera to see around corners.
It’s still a good value for those whose office or home has a lot of bare floors and you’re looking to save some money. Additionally, it’s quiet and can work while you’re at work, or at school. It doesn’t have the edge-to-edge floor vacuuming feature that’s offered by the more expensive iRobot Roomba X30. It’s also less effective at mopping, relying on disposable wet wipes that don’t hold on for long and don’t deal with dried-on debris. The Q5 has an auto-emptying dock, however. If you’re required to clean the mopping pad, it can be replaced with an awe-inspiring one in a matter of seconds.
2. iRobot Roomba X30
The iRobot Roomba X30 packs impressive mopping and vacuuming capabilities into a sleek, compact package. Its quick navigation and smart cleaning maps make it easy to clean and efficient at taking on larger particles, such as pet hair. It also has a self-emptying bin as well as powerful suction, and support for virtual boundaries. It’s the most efficient robotic hoover for carpets, however it falls behind some competitors when it comes to deep cleaning.
This high-performance vacuum and mop utilizes sensors to keep away from obstacles and pet waste. It also learns the patterns of your home over time to ensure more efficient cleaning. The app allows you to customize zones and change the cleaning schedule. It has a battery life that is similar to other models.
When the X30 Ultra is in a carpeted area, you can tell it to pull back and extend its mops. This helps prevent cross contamination. The flex arm is great to get under furniture with low levels and along baseboards. However, it’s not equipped with the same washboard performance as our other Editors’ Choice picks, the Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo N8 Pro+ as well as the iRobot Combo j9+.
In tests, the X30 Ultra was the fastest robot vacuum/mop to complete the entire house with the battery at 66 percent left. It also did a great job of cleaning a mix of floors and rooms with mixed flooring types, including certain area rugs. Its obstacle detection was superb and it was able to avoid fake dog turds, socks, shoes and bundles cables.
It’s a bit more expensive than the iRobot Combo v9+ and iRobot Roomba j9+, however, it comes with superior suction, an onboard dustbin that automatically emptys into its base, and also supports voice commands via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. It is able to clean floors even after it has vacuumed. This is a feature we haven’t seen on other robot vacuum/mop combination.
3. iRobot Roomba X40
With a sleek, circular design that looks like a regular Roomba than the competitors’ boxes This robot vacuum and mop combo is among the most attractive looking models in our evaluations. The latest flagship model from iRobot is also among its most advanced. It comes with advanced features like enhanced dirt detection and future compatibility (another company’s robot that can wash mop pads on its own).
It’s also the only robotic vacuum/mop that scored an absolute 10 out of 10 in our tests. This is due to the combination of high-tech sensors, including a structured light system, camera and multiple lasers. The X40 Ultra was the only robot we tested that could fill and empty its basestation autonomously. It also boasted an industry-leading suction of 12,000Pa as well as self-cleaning mops.
The X40 is, like the other iRobot products, is easy to use. It comes with an intuitive mobile application interface, and it integrates with Amazon Alexa and Apple HomeKit. The only issue is that it’s an eerily noisy device which could be an issue if you use it in the morning prior to work or at night as you attempt to sleep.
It’s also a bit expensive, although it’s not as expensive as Ecovacs X2 Omni or Roborock’s S8 MaxV Ultra, both of which are similarly capable and look better. If you’re willing some more volume and some extra cost, this is a very efficient two-in-one device that should delight most.
iRobot L20 Ultra
The L20 Ultra is the top-of-the line robot mop and vacuum. It has a number of advanced features that will help you forget your chores. The L20 Ultra is a hands-free cleaner like Ecovacs the top of the line X2 Omni or Roborock’s S8 Pro Ultra. It comes with a multi-function dock that will automatically emptys the vacuum’s bin, refills the water tank, and cleans and dries the mop pads.
The smart robot makes use of a combination of LIDAR and structured light to map out the floor plan and detect obstacles, navigating more intelligently than some of its premium competitors. It also comes with a front-mounted camera for real-time hazard detection but this was not 100% foolproof during our tests and was sometimes confused by power cords or other obstructions.
Its vacuum has a high suction maximum of 7,000 Pascals which is more than enough to complete the task. It also has a feature called “Intelligent Dirt Detection”, that regulates the vacuum’s power and adjusts the frequency of cleaning for different areas of the house depending on how dirty the areas tend to be.
If you have a larger home, you should consider choosing a model that has zones or spot cleaning modes. This lets you tell the robot which area of your home needs to be cleaned by using the app or voice control. If you have lots of furniture, a stairway mode is also a good option. Additionally a recharge and resume feature that lets your robot vacuum take over exactly where it left off is ideal for busy families.
iRobot RX3
The RX3 is a smarter cleaner than you would think from its price. It’s a pro at cleaning, removing 55% of debris in our tests (it was second only to the Roomba Q5 Pro). It also mops with one pad that has a reciprocating motion, which is cleaner than the other robot mop cleaners we’ve tried. It’s also self-sufficient with a fully-featured app, and a self-emptying, washable base.
The well-designed iRobot app guides you through a mapping session that collects data about your floorplan as well as any “no-go” areas you have marked on the map. It can be used to create cleaning schedules, or to set up an automatic spot-clean. It can also be used to it to rank your most filthy areas for greater efficiency. The app has a range of features, such as seasonal suggestions, custom mapping and advanced cleaning settings.
Its shape is more rectangular than most other robot vacuums, meaning it is able to reach corners and under furniture more easily. It also has strong suction of 8,000 Pascal suction and combs that are intelligent for hair of pets. You can also create a spot-cleaner that will thoroughly clean a specific area.
The Miele Scout RX3 Home Vision HD is a more sleek and cheaper alternative to the iRobot Roomba. It has a more attractive, Dolce & Gabbana-esque design and its twin cameras look like cute eyes. It’s good at vacuuming, but it is more susceptible to get caught on low thresholds and is a bit louder 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 doesn’t double as a bin to empty.