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

This premium Eufy bot is the most hands off model we have test so far. It vacuums, mops, self-empties its bin and washes and dries mop pads without you having to do anything.

It isn't equipped with advanced cleaning modes and a bigger docking station, but provides impressive performance for less than half the price of top-end robot vac vacuums. It has a compact design and can be positioned to reach under furniture.

Vacuuming

Vacuuming with a robot hoover is a fast, simple way to keep your floors clean and tidy. The majority of the robots we've chosen are designed to operate without any involvement from you and you can set them up to clean while you're out or start a session from your smartphone. But, you should look for a model with excellent navigation and obstacle detection to ensure that it will not be stuck on the stairs or underneath furniture.

It is crucial to select a robot vacuum that can effectively and efficiently clean all kinds of flooring. Look for a model with dust bins that can hold plenty of dirt between emptying and an nozzle that does not lose suction as it rotates to get rid of debris.

Most robots require little to no maintenance, aside from removing 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 the robot's self-emptying base. If you follow these easy upkeep steps, your robot vacuum should last the same amount of time as a traditional vacuum, and will help keep your home cleaner for longer.

Robot mops aren't as flexible than vacuums, but they can also remove spills and Robot Hoover puddles. The iLife V3s Pro, a excellent example of this kind of machine, is an excellent choice for those with carpets and rugs or wood floors. It's quiet and has solid navigation capabilities that have helped it overcome obstacles during testing, and the charging dock doubles as a trash bin.

To get the best results, select a robot that can handle both vacuuming and mopping at the same time. Karcher's RCV 5 is able to do that, and also has other features that are beneficial, such as live cameras, which transmits a blurry picture to your app so you can monitor your pet or children as well as a remote control that's easily programmed. Its navigation isn't as reliable as other models in our selection, but it can lift its own thresholds to a certain level and has a generous 500ml trash bin that doesn't have to be cleaned frequently.

Mopping

Robots that vacuum and mop are a fairly new addition to the market. They're more expensive than standalone robots and require an additional water tank, but the extra cost may be worth it for many people, particularly those who have difficult-to-clean stains or pets.

The best robots can clean carpets and floors as well as vacuuming. Many brands offer robots that can do both jobs extremely effectively. The Combo J9+ is one of the most efficient mopping machines that we have test. It uses docks that can hold up to 60 days worth of dirt. That's a big improvement on the Qrevo Pro, which ran out of water after mopping just 30 days' worth of dirt in our tests.

The Tapo RV30 Plus from networking giant TP Link is a fantastic two-in-one. It's small quiet and has a neat, fuss-free look. In our test rooms, it cleaned the floors accurately and thoroughly. It was particularly effective in cleaning rugs, but it took several runs to scrub certain areas of wood that were stained. Its LIDAR navigation works well as well. It is able to avoid hitting furniture or running over power cables.

It's a bit sluggish on the stairs, but it's to be expected from a small buy robot vacuum cleaner that is designed to work around obstacles. The only downside is that the mopping pads are fiddly to attach and didn't remain in place during our tests, and it lacks the ability to deal with dirt that has dried and Robot Hoover makes it more of a vacuum cleaner instead of a full-fledged mop.

It's a great option for those who prefer a hands-free experience and want to clean low pile or plain carpets equally. It has decent suction, which allowed it to pick up fine dust and pet hair from carpets. Automatic carpet recognition is a wonderful feature because it boosts the power of vacuuming to tackle dirt that has been embedded. It's easy to use and the charging dock automatically empty the dustbin when it is full. This is a fantastic feature for apartment dwellers.

Cleaning apps

Most robot vacuums mop, sweeper, and vacuum has an application that lets you personalize cleaning routines, select rooms to clean, plan cleaning sessions, and alter settings like suction, water level 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 keep your robot from dangerous objects, like cords and pet water bowls. Some models have laser navigation sensors that permit you to create virtual barriers while others come with small physical barriers and boundary strips you can place anywhere you want to block your floor area.

The top robot vacuums and mops are smart enough to detect obstacles and navigate around them, but there are still certain dangers to be on the lookout for. The main brush of a robot could become stuck in long cords or curtains and stop it from moving. To avoid this you should remove the cords and tie up any curtains that are long.

Some robots automatically update the software that controls their navigation and obstacle avoidance algorithms which improves performance and reduces wear and tear on the robot's internal components. It's a good idea regularly to check the manufacturer's site or your robot app for firmware updates.

If you own a large home, look for models that offer multiple cleaning modes. The iRobot Roomba 11S Max, for instance, can be used to mop and vacuum carpeted floors as well as hard floor rooms that have different suction levels. It can also switch automatically to the highest power setting when cleaning carpets, and boost its scrubbing power by using SmartScrub.

If you're looking to be completely hands-free, a robotic vacuums device with an assistant that can be activated by voice is an excellent choice. The iRobot Roomba 980 can be controlled by Alexa, Siri or Google Assistant. It has a compact self-emptying docking station as well as a powerful cleaning engine that makes your floors sparkling.