The Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo
A robot vacuum/mop combo is the best solution for pets who shed fur. This machine can vacuum and mop and even clean and dry its own dual mop pads.
It also has 8,000Pa suction which is the highest of any robot we've evaluated. It can also create cleaning schedules and save your house's maps through its app.
1. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni
The X2 Omni is the latest in Ecovacs' line of hybrid robot vacuums and mops. This wet/dry model comes with the upgraded AIVI 3D2.0 lidar system Ecovacs, which offers enhanced mapping and obstruction-free operation. The system is equipped with dual laser LiDAR, similar to that used in self-driving vehicles. It can scan up to 32 feet by 360 degrees. This means more precise mapping as well as faster response time and better cleaning accuracy.
It also has a rotating mopping mat constructed of chenille, which makes it easier to scrub hard spots than traditional mopping. In my testing the X2 Omni took just over an hour to wash its pad and begin work, and I noticed it was much more accurate than other models that were able to follow a grid-like path around rooms. It was able to navigate around corners and edges of my rooms and also make "Zambani patterns" across the middle of the room. It returned to its OMNI Station regularly to empty the dust bin and clean the mop with hot water before beginning another cleaning task.
Like other Ecovacs products the X2 Omni is simple to set up and begin using. It takes only a few minutes to secure the dock into its place, plug it into and connect it to your home Wi-Fi network. Then, you're able to launch the app and start with your first task of cleaning. I was able to modify my floor plan in about 15 minutes. This included creating restricted areas for mopping and sweeping as well as rearranging the positioning of furniture on the wall, and more. The X2 Omni did a great job during my tests, with excellent scores in cleaning pet hair and debris cleaning, as well as near-perfect results for crevice and edge cleaning.
2. Deebot T10 Omni
If you're looking for a powerful combination of mopping and vacuuming look into the EcoVACS Deebot T10 Omni. It is the most advanced model of the T-line of the brand and comes with the latest OZMO Turbo 2.0 mopping system that uses dual-spinning brushes for better cleaning than traditional oscillating scrubbers. It has YIKO, which is a natural language processing system that is a first of its kind. It can respond to various voice commands. You can use the ECOVACS app to map your home, establish cleaning schedules, and adjust settings.
The T10 Omni's biggest flaw is that it cannot switch between vacuuming and mopping in a single run. The two modes require that you attach and take off the mop heads as you need to which is great for most homes, but not a good fit for people with busy lifestyles.
However, the Deebot Omni is an excellent robot vacuum and delivers impressive results in our tests for pet hair. It was able to remove more than 96% debris from our hardwood floors. This is a fantastic performance. It was a success on tiles and carpets cleaning up the majority of dirt.
This robot vacuum and mops has large docking systems that allows for automatic cleaning using cool water for the mop pads. It also comes with an auto-emptying 3L bag which is easy to replace and hot air drying for fast and simple maintenance. It also has a huge water tank that allows frequent washing and drying between mopping runs.
The Deebot T10 comes with a wash tray built into its base, similar to other mopping robots. It makes use of the wash tray to wash and dry the mop pads while using them. However, it doesn't come with an open tray, which means that dirty water dust, dirt and other grime slowly builds up in the bottom of the tray over time.
3. RoboVac X8 Hybrid
While the Anker-owned Eufy is well-known in the robot vacuum space but this model is its first venture into the world of mopping. It features enhanced intelligence and support for multiple maps, LIDAR scanning and twin-turbine technology that automatically adjusts for the floor you're cleaning. It's a mid-range cleaner that's attractive even if its claim of being a one-stop shop for floor cleaning doesn't make sense.
The X8 Hybrid looks like a standard robotic vacuum cleaner from the top with its circular design, sweeping wheels and an elevated space for sensors. Flip it over, however, and you'll find an electric floor brush as well as a single side sweeper which pushes dirt from the edges into the main path of the robot's mouth. It's a little smaller than the main brushes of the iRobot Roomba S9 which I found made it easier to reach under couches and chairs.
Its mapping system lets you create no-mop zones and specific cleaning zones. However it is prone to hit things (including its charging dock) and isn't always adept in negotiating rug. It was good at getting pet hair off of the floor. In our tests it picked up 89.5 percent of kitty litter.
The X8 Hybrid is controlled via an app, however it also has physical buttons at its base. These buttons let you select the cleaning mode, or turn the robot on/off. You can also use them to set no-go zones as well as see maps in real-time. It's also a bit chatty and will inform you of what it's going to do next (start cleaning) or warn you when something isn't right.
4. ILIFE A4s
This high-tech vacuum model can pick up pet hair, kibble, and other messes with remarkable effectiveness. self emptying robot vacuum pet hair can also move effortlessly around furniture legs. It also comes with an impressive feature set that includes two cleaning modes as well as a self-emptying dock and a real-time obstacle-avoiding technology. The Wi-Fi enabled device can be controlled best through the Neato App where cleaning schedules are set and maintenance requirements are tracked. The X2 Omni is a great option for homes with large spaces with a mix of hard and carpet flooring. However it will require some planning in advance to avoid getting entangled with toys, power cables, or other unintentional obstructions.
The robot performed well in our tests of hardwood floors and kibble. It was able to pick up everything, from a single rice grain to several dog food pieces with just one pass. It had some trouble with rugs but, generally speaking this vacuum cleaner is perfect for large rooms that have different flooring types as well as a mixture of pets.
The A4s Pro is expensive but it's an excellent buy for people who want to be able to leave the house hands-free so they can do other things or take care chores. The A4s Pro has a convenient auto-cleaning mode that increases suction to tackle the most difficult spills or dirt. It also has a battery-powered ElectroWall to define the boundaries of the robot.
This budget-friendly option from a well-known upstart brand is the cheapest robot we've tested to date and offers an outstanding value for money. Its navigation system is basic and uses an extremely basic random pathing algorithm that isn't equipped with room mapping capabilities, which makes it less efficient than other models on this list. However it's still able reach under furniture and in corners and its mopping mode was very effective in our testing and was able to pick up pet hair and other debris with ease.
5. Shark iQ
Shark's iQ isn't quite as robust as the Roomba S9, but it does better overall at getting rid of pet hair from all surfaces. It clears bare floors more thoroughly and does a good job on low-pile carpet and also utilizes smart-pathing navigational technology to provide better maneuverability. It can be sent to a specific area, and comes with a range of advanced automation options, including no-go zones and schedules. It lets you stop and restart cleaning sessions which is ideal for homes with pets.
Its self-cleaning brushroll helps prevent the tangles caused by pet hair and other debris, and its self-emptying docking station can hold up to 30 days worth of dirt before needing to be emptied. It comes with of side brushes that are angled to reach into corners and a multi-stage filter system to capture dust, allergens and dander.
This robot vacuum is well-built and feels solid. It is compatible with a smartphone application that allows you to change the vacuum's settings and schedule cleaning times ahead of time. The app allows you to see the remaining battery life of the iQ and receive push notifications when it encounters any problems during a cleaning session. You can use your voice to control the device using an Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device If you don't have either of those options, you can mark zones with physical boundary strips.
The iQ excels at cleaning bare floors and does an adequate job with carpets with low pile and shaggy edges. However it's not able to provide the same level of autonomy as our top choices. It's also costly and the recurring costs can become expensive over time.