The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.
He conducts tests and reviews of cleaning equipment. His focus is on robot vacuums, and mopping combinations. These multitaskers are a great option for those looking to cross mopping off the to-do list. They are equipped with impressive mapping and obstacles-avoiding capabilities, and they can even wash and refill their own mopping pads to ensure a hands-free clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model you need to select if you're looking for an automatic vacuum cleaner that can also mop. It's smaller than other models on this list, making it easier to maneuver into tight corners and underneath furniture. It uses a 220 degree lidar which, when paired with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it some of the best navigation and object avoidance that I've ever seen in a robot vacuum. It has a 4600mAh battery that can last up to 170 minutes if mopping and sucking are set to standard mode. (It can run longer on turbo). It will even return to the dock to replenish its battery midway through cleaning.
It is very quick and does a great job cleaning my two-bedroom apartment. It can vacuum carpeted rooms fast, and hardwood floors in the living room, kitchen and hallways in just one sweep. Its 8,000pa suction motor will quickly pick up dirt, crumbs, and pet hair. Carpet detection boosts power automatically when it encounters rugs and the two side brushes help pull out dirt from corners.
The mopping performance is a little less impressive, though not by much. The rotating mop spins at a high speed and it pushes down with 2.2lbs of force, easily scrubbing up dirt and stains. I've noticed that the front arms stick out slightly more than other robots, which is helpful to get into tight corners and on baseboards. The front arms can also be used to scoop up larger debris like books and broken toys.
Another nice feature is that the S1 Pro is one of the quietest robot vacuums and mops I've ever used. It is quieter and doesn't make as much noise when vacuuming or mopping. The only drawback is that the S1 Pro must use a exclusive cleaning solution for mopping, and is sold separately from the vacuum. It is easy to set up, and it works well. However, if you are buying this robot vacuum to mop, you will need to be aware of this.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo is different from other robot vacuums in its class. It is equipped with a broad array of features that make it a great choice for homeowners looking to purchase a highly effective, versatile, and customizable cleaning machine.
The device is equipped with a powerful cleaning system that incorporates LiDAR sensor technology and an RGB camera. This allows it to map out your home and find furniture and other obstacles. It then uses this information to clean efficiently and efficiently. This will result in an efficient, consistent clean that is also quite fast.
In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads can be used to reach a wide range of surface areas. This includes corners, baseboards and other difficult to reach places. They also have a flexible side brush that can extend to reach the floor close to walls and other fixtures. In addition, the mop pads can be dried and washed to prevent build-up and reduce the odors.
App-based customization is a different interesting feature. The Q Revo lets you adjust the suction level and select a back-and forth or slightly random pattern. You can also choose the number of passes which will determine how quickly it can move around your home. You can also turn off the side brush in order to avoid damaging carpets and carpets.
best inexpensive robot vacuum comes with a expensive price, but is packed with a wide array of smart features. However, it's important to note that it incurs periodic costs in the form of mopping equipment and maintenance. For example the brushroll needs to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to twelve months. The filter should be cleaned after 150 hours, and the mop pad should be replaced every three to six months.
This robotic vacuum cleaner has a high Amazon rating and includes many physical automation features. The robot vacuum also comes with an power button that doubles as a 'Clean' button' as well as a 'Home button that allows it to go back home after cleaning. It also comes with a multi-functional dock that automatically empty the trash bin, fills up its water tank and washes and dry its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be an ideal option for busy professionals or anyone who wants to keep their home neat without spending too much time doing chores. It has powerful performance, intelligent navigation, and long battery life that makes it simple to keep your home tidy with little effort.
The Matrix Plus is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop, which means it can handle mopping and vacuuming. The robot is divided into two components which include a dry bin and water tank that can be snapped in and out and a mopping module that has a microfiber pad. Separate modules for vacuuming and mopping might seem a bit outdated but they're a good thing because you don't have to worry about changing disposable bags or refilling the water tank.
The Matrix Plus performed well at vacuuming and mopping. Its greatest feature is its precise floorplan map, which it utilizes when cleaning. This made it a breeze 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 stop certain areas from being cleaned by mopping.
The Matrix Plus also did a remarkable job at collecting hair of pets. It was able to collect many of the hair our cats shed, and even made it into the nooks and crannies on our stairs where other robots struggled. It was fairly quiet and even had some pleasant jingles that indicated when it was starting or finished its work.
The app was too simple and you had to switch the modules each time you switched between vacuuming and mops. The app cannot store multiple maps. This can be a problem if your home has several floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a ideal choice for people who want a device that can mop and vacuum.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni robot vacuum is the most expensive in our review. It does however, have distinct features that are worth a look. The X1 Omni's main draw is its enormous dock that doubles as a charging base and housing for two water tanks, a sink for cleaning and an automatic 2.5-liter dust bin that is automatically empties.
The base also comes with a set of buttons to control the system. These let you manually start a cleaning job or recall the robot or start the dock's auto-emptying process. Hold down two buttons to turn off the child lock. This is a nice feature for parents who are concerned about their children playing with the vacuum.
The Omni Omni, like other robotic vacuums uses its camera to detect obstacles and furniture that are in its path. It will steer clear of them. Its True Mapping 2.0 navigation system maps your home 10 times faster than laser detection systems and is four times more accurate in finding objects.
This can cause the X1 to get stuck if it gets caught in a hazard, such as a power cable draped over a rug. best inexpensive robot vacuum won't work until you manually untangle it. This was a rare occurrence however, it was a bit frustrating because the X1 doesn't have an "stuck status" alert on its app.
Another potential downside is one of the biggest drawbacks is X1 Omni's inability to automatically switch between vacuuming and mopping modes during a cleaning session. You will need to manually swap between the two, which isn't a big deal apart from the fact that mopping pads aren't washed and dried between uses which could lead to mildew or 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 major departure from the utilitarian, all-black bases used by competitors like Roborock and iRobot, and a welcome view in a market that is dominated by bulky, boxy units.