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Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

Robots aren't as good at removing particles such as metal screws or pieces of pasta. They are however great at brushing away pet hair, dust, and food particles. The best models have intelligent navigation technology that helps them avoid cords, toys, and other obstacles in the household.

1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The iRobot Roomba i3+ is a great robot vacuum that comes with a number smart features to make it easier to maintain. The automatic bin emptying feature is among the most useful features we've encountered in an iRobot and it is compatible on both hard floors and carpets. The app walks you through the entire process. It's also simple to use and set up. Another feature that is impressive is its ability to return to the spot where it left off in our tests--it did this for 77 minutes in one cleaning before running out of battery.

In contrast to other robovacs we've tested, the i3+ EVO features an Automatic Floor vacuum emptying bin that dumps debris into an external dirt compartment on the base of its charging when it's full. The i3+ EVO can be prevented from overfilling with a self-emptying bin. However, it must still be manually emptied at the end of 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.

The i3+ EVO, just like the i7, utilizes state-of-the-art floor-tracking sensors that create maps. It also allows you to navigate through neat rows. However the i3+ EVO only stores a single map while the i7 has the capacity to store multiple maps. The i7 can also make use of its map to create no-go zones and virtual barriers, but the i3+ EVO is not able to do this.

The i3+ EVO does a better job of removing surface debris in comparison to other robovacs we've reviewed, but it is not the best robot cleaner at cleaning edges and corners. It's also not as gentle on furniture, despite being fairly quiet. It was a bit rough on furniture, as it pushed chairs away. It also made some collisions against the sides of the bed.

2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro

If you're looking to increase your robot vacuum collection or just beginning your journey, the Q5 Pro is a great choice. It has an elegant design with powerful navigation and efficient automation at a low cost. It's the best robot vacuum model for the money you can get right now and is even better than some Roborock models that are much more expensive in a variety of ways.

This robot does a fantastic job of cleaning floors that are not clean and its avoidance system helps it steer clear of furniture legs and other obstacles. It also performs well on carpets, and earns the highest score on our tests on navigation. It's only downside is that it's louder than other models and doesn't perform as well in our owner-satisfaction and predicted reliability assessments.

The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust bin of 770ml. This means you won't need to empty it as frequently as other 2-in-1 robots. The 240-minute runtime is very generous compared to others we've tried. When the battery is low, it returns automatically to its dock, where it recharges and resumes cleaning from where it was when it stopped. You can control the Q5 Pro using the app or voice commands via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

This is the first robot we've seen with 3D mapping. This, in conjunction with other advancements, allows it to do exceptionally well in our vacuuming and mopping tests. You can schedule cleaning times, set no-go zones, and check the battery's condition among other things. The app is easy to use, but it doesn't support Apple HomeKit. This feature is scheduled to be added in 2025. As of the beginning of November, Apple has updated a footnote on its website to indicate that this feature will be delayed until 2025. A few other robots aren't compatible with HomeKit however, a lot of them are compatible with Siri Shortcuts.

3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus

The TP-Link Tapo R30 Plus robot vacuum cleaner is an excellent option if you're searching for a vacuum that can mop as well and is affordable. It offers an impressive set of features at a reasonable cost and features a stylish design. It is possible to control the device with different buttons on the machine or via the app and even make use of voice commands. The device has a long battery life and the vacuum container can be auto-emptied.

The TP-Link RV30 Plus is a ideal vacuum bot cleaner for everyday messes. It can also be used to mop lightly on hard floors. It comes with a new sweeping brush and mopping cloth, aswell with an HEPA-filter. It can be paired with a smart home hub, such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for easy voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus can be quickly set up and connect to different flooring surfaces using the automatic mode. This guarantees the most effective cleaning results for each room and floor type.

You can choose from three cleaning modes that will meet your requirements. The vacuuming mode uses the intelligent sensor to detect of obstacles such as furniture, stairs edges, and stairs. The mopping mode can be utilized to automatically clean floors or to remove stubborn liquid spills and stains. You can combine both functions to achieve an efficient and thorough cleaning.

The TP-Link RV30 Plus has a powerful suction, 3 settings for dry mopping and can quickly remove dust, pet hairs, crumbs, and other debris from any flooring type. The device can clean carpets without damaging it thanks to special mopping tools.

During the first mapping session the TP-Link RV30 Plus scans and stores the home's layout by using its LiDAR and Gyro dual navigation system. You can alter the map using the app and merge or split rooms based on your preference. You can also create virtual walls and no-go zones to stop the RV30 Plus from wandering into areas you don't want to be in.

4. Eufy iMop

The Eufy iMop is one of the top full-featured robot vacuum and mop combos for hard floors. It comes with a sophisticated navigation system that does an outstanding job of mapping your home's layout and even across several floor levels. The base station is well-designed, and automates cleaning to a large degree. It also provides impressive navigation and obstacle avoidance.

This model uses an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to map your home and create efficient cleaning routes. The iMop awed us with its navigation efficiency and coverage evaluations and was good at eliminating obstacles, like furniture. It also has the ability to locate its way back to the base station which is a great feature in the event it's running out of battery during cleaning.

It also has a spot cleaning mode that lets you to mop or clean the specific area of your floor. And it can be manually programmed to follow a fixed path, which is beneficial for narrow hallways or stairs. It did a good job of cleaning carpets during our carpet cleaning test however, it had trouble with higher pile carpets and rugs. It is also able to automatically lift the mop pad whenever it comes into contact with carpet, which is a great feature to avoid mowing your carpets.

The iMop has an onboard dust bin and a water tank that it empties and refills at the end of each cleaning session. The dust bin can hold up to 2.5 Liters and only has to be empty every two cleaning cycles. The water tank is capable of handling half a dozen mopping session before running out. The iMop is much easier to maintain and clean than the average robot cleaner, which could be a major selling point for busy families.

The smartphone app of iMop is user-friendly and comes with a variety of configuration options. It offers multiple suction settings as well as mopping settings, and scheduling. It also lets you design virtual walls and no-go zones so that the cheap robot vacuum isn't able to wander into rooms that are off limits. In addition, the application lets you view your iMop's status as well as error messages.