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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Robot vacuums can save you time and effort when it comes to regular cleaning. Top performers do a good job at removing dust and light debris, and most allow you to create no-go zones for pet areas or power cords.

The more expensive models even clean your floors--though they still can't climb stairs. Make sure you choose models with smart mapping, real-time safety features, and large self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The top robots we tested were user-friendly, efficient, and able keep up with daily debris. You'll want a robot with adequate carpet-picking capabilities and the capability to climb stairs. If you're looking for additional features, you might be interested in a model that uses smart mapping technology, or an app that lets you control the robot remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing reviewer and writer for shopping at PEOPLE who has tested dozens of robotic vacuum cleaner amazon vacuums. She's a big fan of robot vacuums that provide the greatest convenience, such as self-emptying bins and charging docks that automatically empty and fill water tanks for mopping robots. She also enjoys robots that recognize landmarks such as furniture legs and power cables, so they don't fall when climbing the stairs.

This Black and Decker robot has a lower score for navigation and less object-avoidance tech than the top-rated models. It has a large non-refillable dustbin as well as a long battery. It also has a feature which allows you to schedule cleaning sessions and then return to the place it was last. This makes it easier for you to clean larger areas. This model is also a great choice for pet owners because it is able to identify and prevent tangled hair as well as fallen food particles.

In our tests in our tests, the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combines with a LIDAR sensor that can map rooms and detect obstacles, with an organized light sensor to identify objects and detect edges. This combination lets it avoid stairs, droplets of liquid, and furniture legs easily and save up to four floor maps for future use. It can also pause the cleaning process at any point and return to where it stopped so that you can complete chores while the robot works. The app provides the 3D image of your home, complete with room labels and advanced cleaning options.

The robot isn't as efficient in cleaning like our top models, but it is great in removing heavier objects like orzo pasta, metal screws and fine debris such as sand. The only downsides are that it cannot mop, and its navigation system is less impressive.

The best option for Carpet

If you have carpeting, pick an automatic vacuum with a high rating for carpet and rug ability to maneuver and pick up. Many models are capable of cleaning dust from low-pile rugs. Some are capable of cleaning up larger debris like orzo pasta and screws made of metal. However, they can't handle small particles as well as an upright or canister remote vacuum cleaner and can be unable to pick up dirt in the vicinity of baseboards and thresholds.

For homes with carpets, a 2-in-1 robotic vacuum/mop is the best option. It is possible to swap out a cleaning bin to a damp mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo is a 2-in-1 robotic vacuum/mop that is able to clean and mop at the same time with circular pads that spin at 200 rotations a minute. It detects and lifts the pads when it is in contact with carpet to prevent wetting the floor. Additionally, you don't have to take them off or replace them after each use. The Q Revo is also superior to other robot vacuum/mops at staying clear of obstacles such as rugs and thresholds, and avoiding obstacles.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another option worth considering. It was a great performer in our tests and you can set it up to schedule it to tidy your home even when you're away. It can be set up to mop only. We liked its navigation on floors that are not bare as well as rugs. The Combo i5 also has a very long run time and excellent path planning for such a small device.

If you're looking for a more high-tech model, consider the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum & Mop. It comes with a large charging dock that can run for several weeks without having to be emptied and boasts amazing navigation capabilities and automatic emptying on carpets and floors. It's also got a smart-mapping system and can be programmed to be operational during certain times of the day (a useful feature to keep mischievous kids and dextrous pets from causing havoc). The Shark is less powerful than other mop/robot vacuum cleaner quiet combinations however, it does pick up pet hair and hair with a high degree of accuracy. It's also the highest price of our top picks.

Best for Hard Flooring

robot cleaner amazon vacuums are best for hardwood floors, as they can navigate around obstacles without causing damage to bare surfaces. They are capable of picking up crumbs and dust, but they aren't able to handle pet hair and other larger particles. They lack the suction power of a top-of-the-line upright or canister vacuum, meaning they're not an ideal choice for carpeted rooms or upholstery that needs deep cleaning.

The most effective two-in-one robots incorporate a vacuum and a mop, taking care of a more complete chore in one go. Choose one that has an onboard sensor to detect changes in the floor's texture and adjust suction in line with the changes. This feature is available on the ECOVACS Deebot T9+ and allows it to effortlessly switch from hard carpeting to soft carpeting.

If you have a lot of hardwood flooring in your home, you might want to consider a robot mop and vacuum like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model is a powerful robotic vacuum equipped with intelligent navigation that can clean hardwood floors and other surfaces. It can also mop. Its sensors assist it in avoiding stairs and other hazards so you don't have to be worried about the bot plummeting down the stairs and damaging your hardwood.

The Eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to wash hardwood floors using downward pressure, rather than simply swab them to get rid of dust and dirt. The pads that are reusable reduce waste and help to spread less germs. They can also be cleaned at the docking stations to save time. The mop pads can also be washed and dried to prevent the spread of mold.

Both the robovac and the mop can be controlled from your smartphone, making it easier to manage the device. You can, for example utilize the app to designate areas that the vacuum will not enter, label different rooms or schedule specific cleaning sessions. The Eufy S1 Pro also has an auto-emptying dock, which collects debris through a trapdoor and is then stored in a bagless or disposable bin, meaning you don't need to empty the bin manually as often as you do with other models.

Ideal for small Spaces

These robots are made to work in small spaces. They have smaller bins that hold less garbage, and are more efficient than the larger models when it comes to maneuvering tight corners. They can also be placed under furniture where larger robots have difficulty reaching. They are usually less expensive than the higher-end models however, you'll need to empty their dirt bins at end of each cleaning session.

A few years back robotic vacuums experienced significant changes. Manufacturers began adding sensors that could help them avoid household items that their traditional sensors could become stuck on or run across. The improvements in technology reduced the number of times that our testers were required to clean up after a robotic snag.

However, the latest sensors aren't solving all of the issues these machines face. The cheapest models still struggle with the same issues that the older ones did and most need a certain amount of light to see where they're going. If you live in a dark house or have lots of furniture with low-profiles, consider buying a model that utilizes top-mounted spinning laser units to map your space, like our top overall and runner-up choices do. This lets them avoid stairs and other barriers while working in the dark.

In addition being capable of working in dark, these models can be set to use their cliff sensors only when they're close to or on the floor, not when they're above them. It's important to cover mirrors in order to stop this from happening. The lasers used by LIDAR-based models can bounce off reflective surfaces, which makes the robot think it's in another room.

A few of the models we recommend also let you set up virtual no-go zones to protect areas where you do not want the robot go, which can be useful if you have small pets or children. These features aren't available on all models we test. Check out our complete reviews before making your choice.