Best Robot Floor Cleaner
In contrast to vacuum cleaners, which require you to move things around before they clean, robot mops can vacuum and mop without the need for you to do any pre-cleaning. They also are better at cleaning close to edges and thresholds.
Our top choice is the iRobot Combo j5+, which earned solid scores in CR's tests for vacuuming and mopping. It deftly navigates household obstacles and leaves hardwood floors spotless, while also cleaning carpets with low pile.
iRobot Roomba Combo i5
This robot mop and vacuum is one of iRobot’s most versatile machines. It comes with a standard bin for dry waste, and a separate tank for wet. The tank is easy to fill and will notify you when it is empty. You can also buy an concentrate for cleaning that is factory-compatible to use with this device.
It does a great job of maneuvering floors and avoiding obstacles. It has an mops retractable that stops carpets from becoming wet. It also excels in removing pet hair from various floor surfaces. However, it's loud and does not do as well as some competitors in picking up dirt and debris from the bare floors.
The Roomba Combo i5 makes a great option for those looking for an efficient vacuum cleaner that is able to mop without the need for additional equipment. It is best suited for homes that do not have carpeting and the majority of hardwood floors. It is not recommended for homes with lots of stairs or rooms that have many rugs. It's expensive, but its features and performance justifies the cost.
It utilizes its own patent-pending Dirt Detect technology to detect areas that have more dirt buildup and scrub them more thoroughly than other 2-in-1s. It has an advanced navigation system that allows it navigate in neat rows to thoroughly cover the walls of the room. The mop pads can be washed and reused for 30 times.
Create your own customized cleaning schedule with the iRobot Home App or your voice assistant1. Utilize the iRobot app to add rooms to avoid mopping sessions in the future. You can also set an agenda for your Roomba Combo i5.
The iRobot Combo j5+ is an affordable alternative to the i7 or J9 combo models. It comes with similar mopping tools, but with a patented dirt-detecting system and powerful vacuuming. The iRobot J5+ also performs very well in our vacuum and mopping tests, however it doesn't perform as well as the Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni in these tests, making the Combo J5+ a less flexible option.
iRobot Roomba Combo j5+
The iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ is a complete robot floor cleaner that can vacuum and sweep your floors simultaneously. It features a sophisticated navigation system that lets it to map out your home and adjust to different floor types. This makes it easier to clean from one room to the next. It can also identify obstructions like walls, furniture, and pet toys. It is also equipped with a specialized mopping pad that can tackle dirt, footprints and dust on unique surface types.
As opposed to other all-in-1 robotic floor cleaners, the Combo j5+ can mop and vacuum simultaneously, without switching bins or using different settings. Simply attach robot vacuum cleaner Robot Vacuum Mops , fill up the combo bin with water or a compatible cleaner and it will begin to work. You can also control the robot with voice commands if you connect it to Alexa or Siri-enabled devices. Moreover the Combo j5+ is designed to be able to comprehend more voice commands than other 2-in-1 models.
When cleaning is concerned, the Combo j5+ performs well on both hardwood floors and carpets. It utilizes a powerful four-stage cleaning system to vacuum up dirt, mop the floor and then sweep away the remaining dirt. This will ensure a thorough, comprehensive clean that leaves your floors looking like new.
To avoid soaking your carpets and avoid carpet soaking, you can create Mop Zones that are not mopped in the iRobot app or make use of voice assistants* to instruct it to skip mopping on those surfaces. Mopping Intelligence helps keep carpets dry, by detecting damp mop pads and lifting them off carpeted areas.
The floor cleaner that this robot uses is easy to maintain, with minimal cleaning requirements. The brushes can be cleaned to remove hair and other particles. The side brush should be cleaned to avoid getting blocked. It is also necessary to replace the filter periodically.
The iRobot app comes with a variety of features and controls to make cleaning as simple as is possible. You can schedule cleaning times and track your cleaning history. You can also alter your settings. In addition, the iRobot app can give you an in-depth report of the areas that have been cleaned in your home. It can even assist you in keeping track of the status of your bin and battery. The app is free and compatible with all iOS and Android devices.
Narwal Freo X Ultra
A top-rated and highly-functional Gen 4 robot vacuum and mop that takes a fresh approach to design, the Freo X Ultra is a well-made machine. The $1400 list price may be hard to swallow however, it is usually on sale to make it more affordable. The unit looks fantastic, and the base occupies very little room in a corner.
The design of this robot is able to address some of the issues we have encountered with other robotic vacuum and mop units, such as the brushes getting tangled in hair, or the brush not being able to reach floors that are not covered by furniture. The sweeping performance is impressive on carpets and bare flooring. The vacuum/mop system has an excellent level of debris pickup and the mop is able to soak up floors that are not soiled.
The mops utilize a clever system that cleans along the edges of walls and around furniture. The robot is able to easily get around obstacles like food bowls, toys, and backpacks. It is able to get tangled or entangled with smaller, less hefty objects like shoelaces, USB cables, and pen.
We used this robot to vacuum and mop a mix of pile carpet tiles, FLOR rugs and hardwood floors in a large, open floor plan. With FREO Mind enabled, it vacuumed and mopped a 90m2 area in just 170 minutes that's close to the average for Gen 4.
This robot is distinguished by a variety of features. Freo X Ultra is equipped with numerous improvements in software, sensors, and hardware to keep it ahead of its class. It claims 3.5 hours of autonomy for environments of up to 260 square meters.
Freo's app allows you to customize multiple functions, including how often the robot comes back to the base station. You can also alter the frequency of mopping, the power level (silent, smart), or the mopping's humidity. The app can detect heavily dirty spots and create an appropriate cleaning route. It can also dispense detergent or raise the carpet pads.
Other impressive features include a simple-to-read display on the robot’s underside and the dock door is convenient to open. The Freo X Ultra vacuum and mop is perfect for home and apartment owners who want to reduce their chores and keep their home clean.
Miele Scout RX3
Miele isn't a joke in the robot vacuuming world and has a reputation for quality and innovation. This new model aims to take it to the next level, with high-end features and superior cleaning performance.
The RX3 has a dual-suction system and intelligent mapping that incorporates 3D mapping as well as cameras that send an image in real-time to your smartphone. The RX3's powerful four-stage system for cleaning offers excellent dust pickup on carpet and hard flooring, while the intuitive side brushes that swing out and dual suction channels clean in corners. The 8.5 cm height allows it to fit under low furniture, while front cameras and infrared sensors assist it navigate obstacles and thresholds with ease.
The Scout RX3 impressed us in our tests on how well it cleaned baking powder from baseboards and corners. Its suction power of 2,500Pa was less powerful than some other robots, however, it moved swiftly and was extremely quiet. It didn't mop, and its cleaning pad that was removable was a challenge to attach. It also wasn't able to handle dried-on dirt.
The app is on the basic side with no advanced features such as multiple cleaning modes and automated scheduling. It does work with Alexa however, its voice controls aren't very intuitive or responsive. It's also a little erratic when it comes back to the charging station after the course. Other robots can follow an obstruction or follow the previous route however the RX3 stumbles around until it gives up.
Another issue we faced was with its clever features, particularly the mapping function and digital keep-out zones. While it did a good job of avoiding our shoes and furniture legs however, it was easily caught by socks and cables, and it was not able to manage the tassels that adorn carpets. We decided not to include the Scout RX3 on our Best Buy list. Still, with a decent price tag and impressive performance The Scout RX3 is worth considering when you're looking for an alternative to traditional uprights.