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The Best Robot Hoover
The best robot hoover can vacuum and mop without needing your attention, and it will leave your floors clean. Its low cost and features that are high-end (such as dirt detection) are a plus.
Be sure to regularly examine the brushes of your robot for hair tangled and large particles and clean them as required. Some models can also automatically empty their onboard dustbin into a larger bin in the base, which reduces the amount of fine dust released into the air.
1. Roomba Q5 pro
The Q5 Pro, and its more expensive cousin, the Q7 Max Series are among the most powerful robotic vacuums we’ve test. They feature motors that are top of the class and can handle up to 5,500 Pascals. Like other premium iRobot models (including the top choice) they employ intelligent mapping technology to create detailed floor plans that avoid home-based obstacles like cords and furniture legs. They also have carpet boost which boosts the robot’s power when it sees the presence of dirt on the carpet to get it cleaned quickly.
Both the Q5 and Q7 Max Series get very good scores in our floor tests that test for bare floors and are particularly effective in removing pet hair. There are some issues however, which hinder them from being our first choice. One of the Q5’s shortcomings is that its navigation system does not have AI-powered obstacles avoidance. It’s thus susceptible to getting stuck on shoes and socks, and it couldn’t navigate rooms with lots of people efficiently during our tests. It also doesn’t have a camera that would let it see the corners of an area.
It’s still a great deal for those whose office or home has a lot of bare flooring and you’re looking to save some money. It’s also extremely quiet and operates while you are at work or school. The only thing it lacks that you can’t find in the pricier iRobot Roomba X30 is edge-to-edge vacuuming on floors that aren’t clean. And it’s less effective at mopping, relying on disposable wet wipes that don’t stay on very well and can’t deal with dried-on debris. The Q5 comes with a self-emptying cradle, however. If you need to, the mopping pad can be swapped for a wet one in seconds.
2. IRobot Roomba
The iRobot Roomba X30 is a compact sleek and stylish vacuum cleaner that can sweep floors. Its intelligent cleaning maps as well as nimble navigation make it easy to clean, and efficient in tackling larger particles, like pet hair. It also has a self-emptying dustbin, powerful suction, and support for virtual boundaries. It’s the most efficient robotic hoover for carpets but it falls behind some competitors in terms of deep cleaning.
This highly efficient mop and vacuum combo uses advanced sensor technology to dodge obstacles and pet waste, and it also learns your home’s layout over time to provide more efficient cleaning. You can modify the schedule of cleaning and even customize zones through the well-designed app. Its battery life is average in comparison to similar models.
You can tell the X30 Ultra to remove its mops and to extend them when in a room with carpet which prevents cross-contamination. The flex arm can be utilized to reach under low-lying furnishings and along baseboards. It doesn’t perform as well on the washboard as our other Editors’ Choice Picks, the Ecovacs Ozmo N8Pro+ and the iRobot Combo j9+.
During testing, the X30 Ultra was the fastest robot vacuum/mop in the market to clean an entire house, finishing with only 66 percent of its battery left. It also did a great job cleaning a variety of rooms and floors with different flooring types, including some area carpets. Its obstacle detection was excellent, and it avoided fake dog turds, socks, shoes, and bundles of cables.
It’s a bit more expensive than the iRobot Combo v9+ and iRobot Roomba j9+, however it offers superior suction, an onboard dustbin that automatically emptys into its base, and it supports voice commands using Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. It even cleans the floor after vacuuming it, something we haven’t seen in other robotic vacuum/mop combos.
3. Roomba X40 from iRobot
With an elegant circular design that looks more like a regular Roomba rather than the compact models, this robot vacuum and mop combo is among the most attractive looking models in our tests. The latest model from iRobot is its most advanced and has advanced features like Enhanced Dirt Detection Technology and future compatibility with Matter (another company’s robot that can wash its own mop pads).
It’s the only robot vacuum/mop that scored an exemplary 10/10 in our testing thanks to a blend of high-tech sensors that include cameras, a structured lighting system and multiple lasers. The X40 Ultra was the only robot we tested that could fill and empty its basestation on its own. It also boasted an industry-leading suction of 12,000Pa and self-cleaning mops.
The X40 is, like the other iRobot products, is easy to operate. It has an intuitive mobile application interface, and it is compatible with Amazon Alexa and Apple HomeKit. The only issue is that the X40 still a loud unit. This can be a problem in mornings prior to work or at night when you’re trying to sleep.
It’s also quite expensive however, not as expensive as the Ecovacs MaxV Ultra or Roborock S8 Omni, which are both equally impressive and attractive. If you’re willing with a little more noise and a little more cost this is a capable two-in-one that should delight most.
iRobot L20 Ultra
The L20 Ultra is a top-of-the-range robot vacuum and mop with many advanced features to help you get rid of your chores. The L20 Ultra is a hands-free cleaning machine, similar to Ecovacs’ top-of-the-range X2 Omni or Roborock’s S8 Pro Ultra. It has a multifunction dock which automatically empty the vacuum’s bin and fills up the water tank, and washes and dry the mop pads.
The smart robot uses LIDAR and structured lighting to map out floor plans and spot obstacles. It can navigate more efficiently than its top competitors. It also comes with a front-mounted camera for real-time detection of hazards but this was not 100% foolproof during our tests and was often confused by power cords or other obstructions.
Its vacuum has a suction maximum of 7,000 Pascals which is more than enough to get the job done. It also features “Intelligent Dirt Detection”, which regulates the intensity at which the vacuum works and adjusts the frequency of cleaning for different areas of the home in accordance with the amount of dirt they tend to be.
If you have a bigger home, you should consider selecting a model with a spot or zone cleaning mode. This allows you to instruct the robot on which part of your house needs to be cleaned using the app or voice control. If you have lots of furniture, a stair mode is also useful. Finally, a recharge and resume function that allows your robot vacuum to pick up right where it left off is ideal for busy families.
iRobot RX3
The RX3 is more sophisticated than its price suggests. It vacuums well, picking up 55% debris in our tests. (It was only second to the Roomba Q5 Pro). It also mopses with a single pad that uses an oscillating motion that is cleaner than the other robot mop cleaners we’ve tested. It’s also highly self-sufficient, with a fully-featured application, robotvacuummops and a self emptying base that is washable.
The well-designed iRobot app will guide you through a mapping run that gathers information about your floorplan as well as any “no-go” areas you set on the map. It can be used to create cleaning schedules or to create the spot-cleaning. You can also use it to prioritize the most soiled areas for greater efficiency. The app also grants access to a host of features like seasonal suggestions, custom maps and advanced settings for your cleaning.
Its shape is more rectangular than other robot vacuums, which means it is able to reach corners and underneath furniture more easily. It also has a strong 8,000 Pascal suction and combs that are intelligent for pet hair. You can also set up a spot cleaning that thoroughly cleans a particular area.
The Miele Scout RX3 Home Vision HD is a sleeker and less expensive alternative to the iRobot Roomba. It has a more attractive style, much like Dolce & Gabbana. The twin cameras are shaped like cute eyes. It does a great job vacuuming, but it’s more likely to be caught on low thresholds. It is also louder than other top robot vacuums we have test. It also has an app that’s less intuitive and a small base station that can’t double as a bin to empty.