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Robot vacuums can make the chore of vacuuming a bit less painful. Modern models mop and climb (small) stairs.

They have a small trash bin that they empty themselves, and some are controlled from a smartphone app instead of a physical remote. Some models have mapping capabilities to assist in navigating your home more efficiently.

1. Power

Our top pick for robot vacuums has a suction power of 8000Pa, which is strong enough to eliminate even the most difficult dirt patches and hairs. Its ultra-thin square shape allows it to slide under furniture such as sofas and beds. Dual-Laser LIDAR technology provides accurate obstacle avoidance and intelligent navigation. It also does a great job at cleaning pet hair baking soda, other debris close to the baseboards as well as in corners.

Other powerful robots that are listed besides the DEEBOT X2 OMNI, include the iRobot Roomba J7+ as well as the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra. The latter comes bundled with a powerful docking station that automates maintenance and mopping functions as well. Its powerful suction and effective mopping helped keep my floors clear of pet hair, muddy paw prints, and other debris during every floor type test that we conducted.

In the lower price range, a unit with around 2,500Pa of suction is more than enough for the majority of homes. These models are quieter, and are therefore a better choice for those with sensitive ears. They're not silent, but they're only as loud as a normal conversation at home.

To get the most effective mix of usability and power take into consideration your cleaning needs and budget. For frequent light-duty cleaning you will require a longer time-to-run and less suction is recommended. Cleaning that is heavy-duty every week requires the maximum power. Consider your flooring, home layouts and cleaning schedules in order to choose the right model to meet your needs. We recommend looking through our entire list of robot vacuum reviews and ratings to get more details about the latest models available. Many users report that their carpets and floors looking much cleaner after introducing a robotic vacuum in their home.

2. Navigation

A robot vacuum can't do its job properly if it doesn't know how to get around your home. This is why the most effective robots depend on sophisticated navigation technology that reliably scans rooms and builds an outline map to ensure thorough cleaning without getting lost or hitting obstacles. There are three major kinds of robot navigation: LiDAR-based, sensor-based and camera-based.

The most expensive models employ LiDAR to build a virtual map of the room, delivering the highest level of accuracy and efficiency. Bump sensors are utilized in cheaper models, but they can be inaccurate and miss a lot debris when working in dark areas. Most robots are equipped with cliff sensors that stop them from falling off steps or other drops.

Several robots I tested used object recognition to navigate around things like fake dog turds. However, the Eufy X10 was the best. It had powerful mop heads that oscillate and a user-friendly app and a superb mapping capability.

Other features worth a look include floor type sensors that recognize hard floors and soft carpet automatically increasing suction power when required. Some robots, like the Roborock mop, make use of mopping pad lifts to get into corners and eliminate dried spills. Many hybrids can apply cleaning solution to staining that is difficult to remove.

A smaller dustbin means less frequent emptying, while a bigger one can save you money on replacements. Most low-cost robotic cleaners use an inexpensive disposable dust bag. However, most mid-range models come with larger dustbins of 3L that last for a long period of time. Certain premium robots such as the EcoVACS DEEBOT OMNI Station will self-empty and refill their water tanks for hands-free convenience.

3. App control

The best robot hoover robot vacuums come with an app that lets you monitor cleaning progress and schedule sessions and can connect to smart home devices for hands-free control. Most also sync with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for control via voice. Certain models come with a remote control that allows you to start the process, pause it, and return to dock. Choose a model that has a larger trash bin and can self-empty rather than one that needs manual emptying.

Some robots are equipped with technology for mapping to help them avoid obstacles like stairs and furniture. Others allow you to set no-go zones or targeted rooms, ensuring that they only clean areas that require the most. They also have cliff sensors to stop them from falling down the stairs, which is especially helpful in multi-level homes.

If you are planning to make use of your robot vacuum to clean your rugs choose one that is capable of both dry mopping and wet. You'll get better results with an vac that is able to remove its own mop pad, and then rinse and reattach when it's time for another cleaning cycle. Look for robots with a rubber roller. This will be less likely to get caught from pet hair or other particles. Examine the robot's side brushes and brushroll for any debris that may have become stuck on. Make sure to do this at least every week. If you notice that they're beginning to clog, it may be time to buy replacement parts.

4. Collection of debris

Like the name suggests, robot vacuums are designed to remove dust and other debris from your floors. The best robot vacuums can take tiny particles like sand and baking soda, and larger ones such as metal screws orzo, pet hair. They also provide better pick-up results on carpets with low piles than the majority of manual vacuums.

The top-performing robots across all flooring types had scores higher than 95 percent. Our two best-performing robots in this category were the ECOVACS DEEBOT X2 OMNI and the Roborock Q Revo. Both are highly automated with docking stations that can perform maintenance on their own, and features in the app that make them extremely user-friendly.

Both come with self-emptying bins which automatically collect the waste from the wastebasket and can clean the washboard while you mow. They also have 8,000Pa suction, smart mapping technology, and advanced obstacle avoidance that helps them find their way around even the most difficult of areas. The ECOVACS model is also one of the few robots that we tested that can take its mop pads and vacuum carpet making it the ideal choice for users who need to change between mopping and vacuuming regularly.

If you're seeking a lower-cost option, look into the Roomba Combo J7 from iRobot Plus, our budget-friendly pick. It features LIDAR navigation and decent debris pickup capabilities for the price. It's not the fastest to map out rooms and may be susceptible to crashing into obstacles, however it's much less expensive than our other top-rated selections.

5. Battery life

The best good robot vacuum vacuums let you get on with your day while they keep your floors in pristine state. It is still necessary to manually vacuum your home from time to time however, robovacs can help you maintain a basic level of cleanliness and even clean when you are away.

To maximize the amount of time you get from your robovac, look for an advancé with a long battery life. If you choose to use the most powerful power setting, the model should last two cleaning sessions. This is not as long as a full-sized vacuum cleaner, but it should be enough to be sufficient for most homes. If you don't like to wait around while your robovac recharges you, you can choose an automatic vacuum and mop robot model that makes its return to the base station to recharge.

If you're looking for a robovac that has a little bit of everything in it, then consider one that is able to mop. Eufy's X10 is the best model in this class and offers self-emptying, self-draining and self-refilling of the dust container, water tank and mop pad. It can be programmed to refill and wash its mop pads as soon as they run out.

The clear winner of our tests is the Dyson V810, because of its impressive carpet and hard floor pickup, excellent hair pickup, tangle-free performance and nearly perfect auto empty score. However, it's not cheap and unless you have a an apartment without pets, it may be too pricey for some. The second choice, the Dreametech D10+, has very similar performance but is priced 25 percent less.