The Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo
For pets that shed fur A robot vacuum/mop combination is one of the best floor cleaning solutions. It can mop, vacuum and clean its own dual mop pad.
It also has 8,000Pa suction which is the most of any robot we've examined. It can also organize cleaning schedules and save maps of your home using its app.
1. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni
The X2 Omni robot vacuum-mop is the latest model in Ecovacs range of hybrid robot vacuum mops. This wet-dry model is equipped with Ecovacs' upgraded AIVI 3D 2.0 lidar system that provides improved mapping and obstacle avoidance. The system uses dual laser LiDAR, which is similar to that used in self-driving vehicles. It can scan a space up to 32 feet by 270 degrees. This translates to more precise mapping, faster response times, and higher cleaning accuracy.
It also features a rotating mopping pad made of chenille fabric, which makes it easier to scrub hard areas as opposed to traditional mopping. During my tests it was able to clean the X2 Omni washed its pad in just a few seconds and then got to work. I noticed that it was more accurate than other models, which seemed to follow the grid of rooms. It was able to navigate the corners and edges of my rooms as well as make "Zambani patterns" up and down the middle of the room. It returned to its OMNI Station on a regular basis to empty the dust bin and clean the mop using hot water before beginning another cleaning task.
The X2 Omni is as easy to use and set up as other Ecovacs products. It takes only a few minutes to put the dock in place, plug it in, and pair with your home Wi-Fi network. Then, you're able to start the app and start with your first cleaning task. I was able to dive into the settings and modify my floor plan in about 15 minutes, including creating zones that are restricted to sweep and mop as well as reworking my wall-mounted furniture placements, and so on. The X2 Omni performed impressively during my tests, with excellent scores in debris removal and pet hair cleaning and near-perfect results for crevice and edge cleaning.
2. Deebot T10 Omni
The T10 Omni from ECOVACS is an extremely powerful mopping and vacuum machine. It is the most advanced of the T-line of the brand and comes with a new OZMO Turbo 2.0 mopping system that utilizes dual-spinning brushes to provide more effective cleaning than traditional oscillating scrubbing. It also has YIKO, which is a natural language processing system that is a first of its kind. It can respond to various voice commands. The ECOVACS App lets you design your home, create cleaning schedules, and alter settings.
The most significant issue with the T10 Omni is that it can't switch from mopping to vacuuming in a single run. The T10 Omni has two modes that require you to attach and remove mop heads according to your needs. This is great for the majority of households, but not so for those with busy lives.
The Deebot T10 Omni is a superb robot vacuum that has impressive results in our pet hair tests. It was able to vacuum up more than 96% of the debris we tossed at it on our hardwood floors and floors, which is a remarkable performance. It also did an excellent job on tile and carpet and tile, getting rid of more than 99percent of dirt and debris.
This robotic mop and vacuum has a large docking station that offers cool water auto-cleaning for its mop pads, automatic emptying into a 3L bag that is easy to replace, and hot air drying for quick and simple maintenance. It also has a large water tank that permits more frequent rinses and dry between mopping runs.
Deebot T10 has a wash tray built into its base, which is similar to other mopping robots. It makes use of the wash tray to wash and dry its mop pads when it is using them. It does not have a removable tray, so dirt, dust and other grime will gradually build up in the bottom.
3. RoboVac X8 Hybrid
While Anker's Eufy is well known in the world of robot vacuums but this model is its first venture into the world of mopping. It has enhanced smarts, multiple map support, and LIDAR scanning, as well as twin-turbine suction technology that automatically adapts to the surface you're cleaning. It's a tempting mid-range vacuum cleaner although it can't meet its promise to be a one-stop shop for floor cleaning.
The X8 Hybrid appears to be an ordinary robotic cleaner from the top. It has a circular form, the sweeping wheels, as well as a raised sensor area. Flip it over, however there's an electric floor brush and one side sweeper brush which pushes dirt from the edges of the machine into the main path of the robot's'mouth'. It's smaller than the main brushes of the iRobot Roomba S9 which I found made it easier to reach under couches and chairs.
Its mapping system allows you to create no-mop zones and specific cleaning zones. However it is prone to get into things (including its charging dock) and isn't always great at climbing over carpets. It did a great job of removing pet hair on bare floors however, and in our tests it picked up 89.5 percent of litter - a figure that is higher than any of the most powerful robots we've tested.
The X8 Hybrid is controlled via an app, however it also has a set of physical buttons on its base. These buttons let you choose the cleaning mode, or turn off the robot. You can also use them to set no-go zones as well as see real-time maps. It's also a bit chatty, and will inform you of what it's going to do next (start cleaning) or alert you if something is wrong.
4. ILIFE A4s
This high-tech model can pick up pet hair, kibble, and other debris with great effectiveness. It also moves effortlessly around furniture legs. It has a feature set that is impressive, including two cleaning modes, an automatic docking station, and real-time obstacle avoidance technology. It's Wi-Fi enabled and best controlled via the Neato app which allows cleaning to be scheduled and overall maintenance needs be monitored. The X2 Omni is a great option for homes that have a mixture of carpet and hard floors. However it will require some planning ahead to avoid getting caught on electrical cables, toys or other unintentional obstructions.
The robot performed well during our tests on hardwood floors and food particles. self emptying robot vacuum for pet hair ate everything, from a single rice grain to a variety of pet food pieces in only one swipe. It had a bit of difficulty transitioning to carpets, however, this vacuum cleaner is ideal for rooms that have both types of flooring and a mix of pets.
It's not cheap however, if you are able to manage the price, it's a great purchase for those who wish to leave their home completely free to perform other tasks or complete chores. The A4s Pro has a convenient auto-cleaning feature that increases suction to get rid of tough dirt or spills. It also has a battery-powered ElectroWall to establish boundaries for the robot.
This budget-friendly option from a well-known upstart brand is the cheapest robot we've ever tested and provides an incredible value for cost. Its navigation system is basic and uses a super-basic random pathing algorithm, but it doesn't have room mapping capabilities, making it less time efficient than other models on this list. However it's still able to get under furniture and into corners and its mopping mode was very effective in our testing it picked up pet hair and other debris with ease.
5. Shark iQ
Shark's iQ might not be as well-built however, it's better at cleaning pet hair from all surfaces. It does a better job of cleaning carpets with low piles as well as bare floors. It also uses smart-pathing navigational software for greater mobility. It also allows you to assign it to a specific room, and its sophisticated set of automation features include no-go zones as well as scheduling. It allows you to suspend and resume cleaning which is ideal for homes that have pets.
The self-cleaning brushroll eliminates tangles and can carry up to 30 day's worth of dirt. It has a set of side brushes that are angled to reach into corners, as well as a multi-stage filter system to capture dust, allergens, and dander.
This vacuum feels solid and well-built, and it works with a smartphone app which lets you alter the settings for your vacuum and plan cleaning sessions in advance. The app allows you to view the remaining battery life of the iQ, and send push notifications when it encounters any issues during a cleaning session. You can make use of your voice to control the device using an Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device, and if you don't have either of those, you can mark off areas with physical boundary marker strips.
The iQ does a decent job of cleaning flooring and doing a good job on low-pile and shaggy carpet, but it doesn't have the same degree of autonomy as our top picks. It is also expensive and its monthly costs can increase.