Best Robot Floor Cleaner
Robot mops are more efficient than vacuum cleaners which require you to sweep the floor before they can do their job. They are also better in cleaning around edges and thresholds.
Our top pick is the iRobot Combo j5+, which scored high marks in CR's tests for vacuuming and mopping. It is able to navigate around obstacles in the home and clean hardwood floors, as well as low-pile carpets.
iRobot Roomba Combo i5
This robot vacuum and mop is one of iRobot’s most versatile machines. It has the standard dustbin that can be used for dry waste as well as a separate water tank for wet waste. The tank is easy to fill and will alert when it is empty. You can also purchase a cleaning solution concentrate that is factory-compatible to use with this device.
It is capable of navigating floors and staying clear of obstacles. It comes with a retractable mops that prevents carpets from becoming wet. The robot is also effective in removing pet fur off different floor surfaces. It is loud and doesn't perform as well as other competitors in removing dirt and other debris from bare floors.
The Roomba Combo i5 makes a great option for those looking for an efficient vacuum cleaner that is able to mop without any additional equipment. It is ideal for homes with no carpeting, and for homes with a majority of hard flooring. It is not recommended for homes with lots of stairs or rooms with lots of carpets. It's expensive but its features and performance are worth the price.
It uses its own patent-pending Dirt Detect technology to pinpoint areas with a heavy buildup of dirt and then cleans them more thoroughly than other 2-in-1. It also has advanced navigation that allows it to follow neat rows and thoroughly clean walls. The mop pads are washable and can be reused 30 times.
Create your own custom cleaning schedule with the iRobot Home App or your voice assistant1. Make use of the iRobot app to add rooms to avoid mopping sessions in the future and establish a schedule for your Roomba Combo i5.
The iRobot Combo j5+ is a more budget-friendly option than the i7 or J9 combo models. It has similar mops, but with a patented dirt-detecting system and a powerful vacuuming. The iRobot J5+ also performs well in our mopping and vacuum tests, however it's not as efficient as the Ecovacs Deebot Omni in these tests, which makes the Combo J5+ a less flexible option.
iRobot Roomba Combo j5+
The iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ is a complete floor cleaner robot that can mop and vacuum your floors at the same time. It comes with an advanced navigation system that allows 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 detect obstructions like walls, furniture, and pet toys. It also comes with a mopping pad that can take care of footprints, dirt and dust on unique surface types.
As opposed to other all-in-1 robot floor cleaners, the Combo J5+ is able to vacuum and mop simultaneously without swapping out bins or using different settings. Attach the mops and fill the bins with water or other compatible cleaners. The robot will start working immediately. You can also control the robot with voice commands by pairing it with Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant-enabled devices. The Combo J5+ can comprehend more voice commands than other 2-in-1 models.
When cleaning is concerned, the Combo J5+ is a great choice on hardwood floors as well as carpets. It is equipped with a powerful four-stage cleaning system that vacuums up debris, mops the floor and removes any remaining dirt. This ensures that your floors are properly cleaned and look brand new.
You can set up No-Mop Zones using the iRobot App or use voice assistants* to prevent your carpets from getting soaked. Mopping Intelligence helps keep carpets dry by detecting wet mop pads and removing them from carpeted areas.
This robotic floor cleaner is easy to maintain and has only minimal cleaning requirements. The brushes must be cleaned every now and then to clean hair and other debris and the side brush should be cleaned out to prevent clogging. It is necessary to replace the filter on a regular basis.
The iRobot App offers a wide range of features and functions to make cleaning as convenient as it can be. You can schedule cleaning times and track your cleaning history. You can also alter your settings. The iRobot App can provide you with a comprehensive account of the areas that have been cleaned out of your house. It can also help you monitor the status of your bin and battery. The app is available for free and works on all iOS and Android devices.
Narwal Freo X Ultra
The Freo X Ultra, a highly rated and extremely functional Gen 4 robotic vacuum and mop is a high-quality machine. The price of $1,400 is a bit steep however, you will find it on sale often enough to make the purchase appealing. The unit looks fantastic and the base station takes up just a small space in a corner of the room.
The design of this robot is able to address a few problems that we have encountered with other robotic vacuum and mop units, like the brushes getting tangled in hair, and the brush not being able to reach floors with no furniture. The sweeping performance on carpets and bare floors is also impressive. The vacuum/mop has a high-quality debris collection and the mop can quickly soak up bare floors.
The mops also use an intelligent system to clean around the edges of furniture and around walls. The robot avoids most bulkier obstacles such as toys, food bowls, backpacks, and shoes without any issue. But it can get stuck or get caught up in smaller and flatter objects, such as shoelaces USB cables, and pens.
We used this robot to vacuum and mop a mixture of pile carpet tiles, FLOR carpet and hardwood floors in a large, open floor layout. With FREO Mind enabled, it vacuumed and mopped the 90m2 space in around 170 minutes that's close to the average for Gen 4.
Certain features differentiate this robot from others in its class. robot vacuum cleaner for sale has a array of sensors, software, and hardware improvements engineered to keep it at the top of its game. It claims 3.5 hours of autonomy for environments of up to 260 square meters.
Freo's app allows you to modify various functions, such as how often the robot goes to its base station. You can also change the frequency of mopping, the power level (silent or intelligent), or the mopping humidity. The app can detect heavily dirty spots and create a cleaning route. It can also distribute detergent and raise the carpet pads.
Other impressive features include an easy-to read display on the robot's underside and a dock door that is easy to open. The Freo X Ultra is the most efficient vacuum and mop for home or apartment owners who want to cut down on their chores while still keeping their homes clean and tidy.
Miele Scout RX3
Miele is a name synonymous with quality and innovation in the field of robot vacuuming. The new Miele robot is designed to take cleaning performance to a new level with its innovative features.
The RX3 has a dual suction system smart navigation system that incorporates 3D mapping and a camera which sends live images to your smartphone for easy control. The RX3's four-stage system is excellent for dust collection on hard floors and carpets. Swing-out side brushes, dual suction channels and intuitive controls clean corners. Its 8.5 cm height allows it to reach under low furniture. Front cameras and an infrared sensor assist in navigating obstacles, thresholds, and obstacles with ease.
In our test of how it cleaned baking soda near corners and on baseboards The Scout RX3 was impressive. Its 2,500Pa of suction was a little weaker than other robots but it was able to move quickly and was quiet. It didn't mop, and its cleaning pad that was removable was difficult to attach. It also couldn't handle dried-on dirt.
The app is basic and lacks features such as multiple cleaning modes and automated scheduling. It does support Alexa, but its voice controls aren't very clear or responsive. It's also a little erratic when it comes back to the charging station after a run. Other robots can follow an obstruction or follow an earlier route, but the RX3 is a mess until it finally gives up.
Another issue we encountered was with its smart features, particularly the mapping function as well as digital keep-out zones. It was good at keeping our shoes and furniture legs away but it was easily hanging up on cables, socks and rugs. This is the reason we decided not to include it on our Best Buy list. Still, with a decent price and a dazzling performance it's a Scout RX3 is worth considering in the event you're looking to find an alternative to the traditional uprights.