Vacuuming With a Robot Hoover is the Best Hands-Off Model We've Tested

This high-end Eufy bot is the most hands off model we have tested so far. It vacuums, mops and self-empties and dry mop pads without your intervention.

It lacks advanced cleaning modes and a larger docking station, but it delivers impressive performance for less than half the price of top-end robot vacuums. It has a compact design and is able to reach under furniture.

Vacuuming

A robot vacuum is a convenient and quick way to keep your floors clean. A lot of the models we've selected are designed to run on their own without your involvement and you can set them up to sweep while you're away, or even trigger an appointment from your phone. However, you'll want to choose a model that has superior navigation and obstacle detection to ensure that it won't get stuck down the stairs or beneath furniture.

It's important to select the best robot vacuums robot auto vacuum that is able to effectively and efficiently clean all kinds of flooring. Choose a model with an enormous dust bin that can hold a lot of dirt in between emptyings, and a nozzle which does not lose suction when it rotates.

The majority of robots require little or no maintenance, aside from taking out tangled fur from the rotating brush after each cleaning session (and wiping its camera or sensors as needed) and then periodically emptying the bin, or using a robot's self-emptying base. If you follow these easy steps to maintain your robot, the vacuum should last as long as full-size vacuums and will keep your home clean for longer.

Robotic mops aren't as versatile than vacuums, but they can also clean up puddles and spills. The iLife V3s Pro, a excellent example of this kind of machine, is a fantastic choice for people with carpets, rugs, or wood floors. It is quiet and has excellent navigation capabilities, which allowed it to avoid obstacles when tested. The charging dock also doubles as trash bin.

For the best robot hoover results, select a robot that can handle mopping and vacuuming at the same time. This is what the Karcher RCV 5 does and it comes with other useful features such as live cameras that stream a grainy image to your smartphone so you can check on your pets or children and also an easily programmable remote control. The navigation might not be as efficient as the other models in this selection however, its 500ml dustbin is big enough and doesn't require frequent emptying.

Mopping

Robots that vacuum and mops are relatively new to the market. They are more expensive than standalone robots and require a separate water tank, however, the additional cost could be worth it for a lot of people, particularly those with difficult-to-clean stains, or lots of pets.

Some of the best robots that mop and vacuum also do an excellent job at cleaning bare floors and carpets. There are many brands that offer robots that can perform both tasks extremely well. The Combo J9+ is one of the most efficient mopping robots that we have tested. It has a dock that can store up to 60 days' worth of dirt. This is a huge improvement over the Qrevo Pro, which ran out of water after mopping just 30 days' worth of dirt during our tests.

The Tapo RV30 Plus from networking giant TP Link is a great two-in-one. It is compact quiet and has an elegant, easy-to-use look. In our test rooms, it was able to clean the floors thoroughly and accurately and efficiently. It was particularly effective on rugs, however it took multiple runs to fully clean certain areas of soiled wood. Its LIDAR navigation is very effective, too. It avoids bumping into furniture or running over power cables.

It's a little slow on the stairs but that's expected from a compact robot designed to work around obstacles. The only downside is that its mopping pads are fiddly to attach and didn't remain in place during our tests. Additionally, it isn't equipped to deal with dried-on dirt, which makes it more of a vacuum cleaner than a full-fledged robot mop.

It's still a great choice for people who prefer a hands-off experience and want to clean low pile or plain carpets equally. It offers a decent amount of suction, which has helped to pick up fine dust and pet hair from carpets. A good feature is its automatic carpet recognition which boosts the power of the vacuum to take on dirt that is embedded. It's also easy to use and has a handy charging dock that automatically empty the dust bin once it's full. This is a great benefit for flat dwellers.

Cleaning apps

Most robot vacuums, mops and sweepers come with an application that lets you modify cleaning routines. You can also pick rooms to be cleaned, schedule cleaning sessions and adjust settings like suction, the amount of water and scrubbing power. Some robots also have intelligent dirt detection, which uses past cleaning data and map data to prioritize dirty areas and optimize cleaning mode.

You can also make use of an app to create virtual barriers and no go zones to shield your robot safe from potentially dangersome objects, such as cords and pet water bowls. Certain models have laser navigation sensors that allow you to create virtual barriers while others come with small physical barriers and boundary strips can be placed wherever you want to block the floor area.

The best robot floor cleaner robot vacuums and mops have the capability of being smart enough to recognize obstacles and avoid them, but there are still some hazards to watch out for. The primary brush of a robot could be caught in long cords or curtains and stop it in its tracks. You can prevent this by clearing the area of all cords and tying off any long curtains before running your robot.

Some robots automatically update their software that manages the algorithm for navigation and obstacle avoidance. This improves performance and reduces the wear and tear on the robot's internal components. It is a good idea to regularly to check the website of the manufacturer or your robot's app for firmware updates.

If you live in a big house, choose one that comes with multiple cleaning modes. The iRobot Roomba 11S Max can mop and vacuum on hard and carpeted floors with different suction settings. It also has the ability to automatically change to the highest power setting on carpets and increase its scrubbing power by using SmartScrub.

If you're looking to remain completely hands-free, a robotic device with the ability to speak to a voice-activated assistant is an excellent choice. The iRobot Roomba 980, for instance, is able to be operated with a simple command from Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant. It has a small self-emptying docking system and a powerful cleaning motor that will leave your floors sparkling.