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The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst at Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.
He tests and evaluates cleaning appliances. His focus is on mopping and robot vacuum combinations. These multitaskers are a great choice for those who want to cross mopping off the to-do list. Some of them have excellent navigation and obstacle avoidance. Others even wash and refill mopping pads for a hands-free cleaning.
The Eufy S1 Pro
If you're looking for a robot vacuum that can also mop, this is the model to look for. It is smaller than other options and makes it more maneuverable in tight spaces or under furniture. It features a 220 degree lidar that combined with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it the best robot vacuum and mop navigation and object avoidance I've ever seen in a robot vacuum. It comes with a massive 4600mAh battery that can last for up to 170-minutes, if mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it is able to run longer in turbo). It will even return to its dock to recharge its battery in mid-clean.
It's efficient and does an outstanding job cleaning my two-bedroom apartment. It cleans the carpeted rooms incredibly quickly and hardwood floors in the hallways, and living room in a single sweep. Its motor of 8,000pa is able to remove dirt, pet hair, and even droppings effortlessly. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects carpets and the double side brushes help to clean debris from corners.
The mopping efficiency, while still impressive, is not as effective. The mop rotates at a high speed and pushes down with 2.2lbs of force, easily scrubbing up dirt and stains. I've noticed that the front arm sticks out a bit more than other robots. This is helpful in narrow corners or along baseboards. Those same front arms can also be employed to clean larger objects, such as broken toys or books.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mop and vacuums I've tried. It is quieter and doesn't produce as much noise when mopping or vacuuming. The only drawback is that the S1 Pro must use a exclusive cleaning solution for its mopping function and is separate from the vacuum. It is easy to install and performs well. However, if you are buying this robot vacuum solely to mop it is important to pay attention to this.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo stands apart from most robot vacuums that mops in its class. It is a powerful cleaning machine with a variety of features.
The device comes with an impressive and powerful cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensors with an RGB camera to map the house and locate furniture and other obstacles. It then uses this information to clean methodically and effectively. This leads to an efficient, consistent clean that is also quite fast.
In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads can reach many different surface areas. This includes corners, baseboards and other difficult to reach areas. They also come with a stretchy side brush that can extend to the floor in close proximity to walls and other fixtures. The mop pads can also be washable and dry to remove odors and prevent buildup.
Another feature worth mentioning is the app-based customization options. The Q Revo lets you adjust the suction strength and select either a back-and-forth or a random pattern. You can also adjust the number of passes it must make, which will determine how quickly the device can move through your home. You can also decide to turn off the side brush to avoid damaging carpets and rugs.
The device comes with a expensive price tag, but it has a variety of smart features. However, it's important to note that it incurs periodic costs, such as mopping supplies and maintenance. For example, the brushroll will need to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to twelve months. The filter will need to be cleaned after 150 hours and the mop pad should be replaced every one to three months.
This robotic vacuum cleaner has an excellent Amazon rating and includes an array of physical automation features. The robot vacuum also comes with an power button that doubles as a 'Clean button' and a 'Home' button to send it back home after cleaning. It also comes with a multi-functional dock which automatically empty the dustbin, refills its water tank, and cleans and dry its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
If you're a busy professional or just want an organized home that doesn't require a lot of time on chores then the Shark Matrix Plus is a good option. Its powerful performance, smart navigation and long battery life make it simple to keep a clean home with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuums that mop, rcmx.net, vacuum is an all-in-one vacuum and mop. It can do both mopping and vacuuming. The robot vacuum and mop comes with two modules: a dry bin and water reservoir, and a separate mopping module with microfiber pads that snap in and out of place. It's a bit old-fashioned to have separate modules for mopping and vacuuming but it does mean that you don't have to fret about changing out disposable bags or refilling the tank of water.
The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming as well as mopping. Its best automatic vacuum and mop feature is its precise floorplan map, which it employs when cleaning. It was easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture carpets, rugs and other obstacles. The app lets you create 'No-Go Zones' or virtual barriers to prevent certain areas from being cleaned by mopping.
The Matrix Plus also did a amazing job of picking up hair from pets. It was able to capture some of the hair sheds from our cats. It even got into some of the nooks and crannies on our stairs, where other robots have struggled. The noise levels of the robot were low and there were nice jingles to let you know that it was in the process of getting its work done.
The biggest flaws were its simple app and the necessity to switch between the modules to switch between mopping and vacuuming. The app can't store multiple maps. This can be a problem if your home has multiple floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a ideal choice for people who are looking for a smart device that can mop and vacuum.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni robot vacuum is the most expensive in our review. However, it has some unique features which make it worth looking into. The X1 Omni is notable for its massive dock that serves as a charging base for the robot, a cleaning sink and two 4-liter water tanks. It also houses the 2.5-liter dust bin and an 2.5 liter dust bin.
The base comes with a few control buttons that allow you to manually start cleaning tasks or recall the robot, or use the dock's auto-emptying procedure. Press two of the buttons to turn off the child lock which is a great feature for parents who are worried about their children playing with the vacuum.
The X1 Omni like other robotic vacuums uses its camera to spot obstacles and furniture in its path. It will steer clear of them. True Mapping 2.0 navigation maps your home up to four times faster than laser detection systems.
The X1 can be prone to become stuck when it is entangled in a blockage like a power cable tangled over a rug. It won't function until you untangle it manually. This was a rare occurrence however it was frustrating since the X1 does not have a "stuck status" alert in its app.
Another potential downside is one of the biggest drawbacks is X1 Omni's inability to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming modes during the cleaning process. You'll have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't too bad but mopping pads don't get cleaned or dried between use. This could lead to mildew and mold.
On the positive side it's worth noting that the X1 Omni is a beautiful-looking robot, thanks to the design team at Jacob Jensen (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who came up with its modern, sleek base and mopping pad. It's a significant change from the utilitarian all-black bases used by competitors like Roborock and iRobot and a pleasing view in a market that is dominated by clunky boxes and clunky models.
