10 Top Robot Vacuum Tricks Experts Recommend
Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos
While robots aren't able to replace a traditional vacuum in picking up ground-in debris such as metal screws and pieces of orzo pasta, they're great at sweeping dust, crumbs and hair from pets. The best models are equipped with smart navigation technology, which helps them avoid cords, toys, and other obstacles in the household.
1. iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO
The iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO is a great robot vacuum that has a variety of innovative features that make it more easy to maintain than most competing models. The automatic bin emptying feature is one of the most impressive features we've seen in a robot vacuum. It's great on both carpets and hard floors. It's also simple to install and use, with the app guiding you step-by-step through the procedure. Its ability to resume the same place it left off during our tests is an additional impressive feature. It could do this for 77 minute on one cleaning, and then the battery ran out.
Unlike some of the other robovacs we've test, the i3+ EVO has self-emptying bins that dump debris into an external dirt compartment on the base of its charging when it's filled. This reduces hands-on maintenance and keeps the i3+ EVO from overfilling, however it still requires manually cleaned after each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO dust bin can hold 2.4L that is enough to last through four to five cleaning sessions.
Similar to the i7, this model is equipped with state-of-the-art floor sensors to create maps and navigate in neat rows. However the i3+ EVO only stores one map, while the i7 is able to store multiple maps. The i7 also has the ability to utilize its map to create no-go zones as well as virtual barriers, however the i3+ EVO is not able to do this.
Although the i3+ EVO is better in removing debris on surfaces than the other robovacs we reviewed but it's not the best in terms of cleaning edges and corners. It's also not as gentle on furniture, despite being fairly quiet. It was a bit rough on furniture, since it moved chairs away. It also caused collisions against the sides of the bed.
2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro
The Q5 Pro is an excellent option, whether you're expanding your robot vacuum collection or are just beginning to get started. It packs a lot of power, advanced navigation, and handy automation into a sleek design for a reasonable price. It's the best pound-for-pound model currently available and even matches some of Roborock's much pricier models in several ways.
This robot does a fantastic job of cleaning floors with no dust and its avoidance technology helps it stay clear of furniture legs and other obstacles. It also performs well on carpets and gets the highest score on our tests on navigation. It's only downside is that it's louder than other models, and doesn't perform as well in our owner-satisfaction and predicted reliability tests.
The Q5 Pro has a very large 770ml dust bin that means you won't need to empty it as often as some other 2-in-1 robots. Its 240-minute runtime is quite generous in comparison to other robots we've examined. When the battery is running low, it will automatically return to its dock, where it recharges and then resumes cleaning from where it left off. You can manage the Q5 Pro using the app or voice commands via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
This is among the first robots we've seen to incorporate 3D mapping. This, along with other innovations made it perform extremely well in our tests for vacuuming and mopping test. It is possible to schedule cleanings and set up no-go zones. You can also view the battery's status. The app is easy to use, however it doesn't support Apple HomeKit. That feature is scheduled to be added in 2025. As of early November, Apple has updated a footnote on its website to reflect that the feature will be delayed until 2025. HomeKit isn't compatible with other robots, but Siri Shortcuts are.
3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus
If you're looking for a robot vacuum cleaner that is able to mop and is very affordable, the TP Link Tapo RV30 Plus is the best choice. It is stylish in design and a lot of amazing features for the money. floor vacuum robot can control the device using different buttons on the machine or via the app and even make use of voice commands. The device has long battery life, and the vacuum container can be automatically empty.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus is a ideal vacuum cleaner for everyday messes. It can also be used to lightly mop on hard floors. It comes with mopping cloths that can be replaced and a the sweeping brush and a HEPA filter. It can be combined with a smart home hub like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to provide convenient voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus is easy to set up and can be connected to a wide range of floor surfaces using the automatic mode. This guarantees the most effective cleaning results for each area and floor type.
Three cleaning modes are available to fit your requirements. The vacuuming mode is a thorough cleaning of the room. It uses the sensor's smart technology to detect edges furniture, stairs, and other obstacles. The mopping mode is used to clean the floor in a systematic manner or to eliminate staining and liquid spills. You can combine the two functions to get a thorough and deep cleaning.
The TP-Link RV30 Plus has a powerful suction, 3 settings for dry mopping, and can quickly remove dust, pet hairs, crumbs and other debris from floors of any type. The device can even clean carpets without damaging them thanks to specially designed mops.
In its initial mapping session, TP-Link RV30 Plus scans your home and saves it by using its dual navigation system that consists of LiDAR and Gyro. You can alter the map using the app and merge or split rooms according to your preference. You can also build virtual walls and no-go zones to stop the RV30 Plus from wandering in areas you do not want to be in.
4. Eufy iMop
The Eufy iMop robot vacuum and mop is one of best fully-featured machines for hard flooring. It comes with a cutting-edge mapping system that maps your home even across several floors. The base station is well-designed and automates cleaning to a great extent. It also provides impressive navigation and obstacle avoidance.
This model uses an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to map your home and create efficient cleaning routes. The iMop excelled in our navigation efficiency and coverage evaluations and was also adept at eliminating obstacles, like furniture. It's also able to locate its way back to the base station which is a great benefit in the event it runs out of battery during cleaning.
The spot cleaning mode lets you to clean a particular area on your floor. And it can be manually programmed to follow a predetermined route, which is helpful in narrow staircases or hallways. In our carpet cleaning test, it did a good job cleaning carpets. However, it was unable to clean carpets and rugs with longer piles. It is also possible to set it to automatically lift the mop pad when it comes in contact with carpet. This is a wonderful feature if you want to avoid mowing your carpets.
The iMop features an onboard dust bin as well as a water tank that it empties and refills at the end of each cleaning session. The dust bin that is onboard can hold up to 2.5 liters of debris. It will only require emptying after a couple of cleaning cycles. The water tank is capable of handling half a dozen mopping session before it is empty. The iMop is much easier to maintain and clean than the typical robot cleaner, and can be an important benefit for busy households.
The iMop's smartphone app is easy to use and comes with a variety of options for setting up. It comes with different suction settings, mopping settings and scheduling. It allows you to create virtual walls, no-go zones, and other limitations to ensure that the robot doesn't wander off into prohibited areas. In addition, the application provides access to your iMop's status and errors messages.