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The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst for Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.
He reviews and tests cleaning equipment, with a focus on robot vacuums and mopping combos. These multitaskers are a great option for those who wish to take mopping off their to-do list. Some have great navigation and obstacles avoidance. Others even wash and refill mopping pads for a hands-free cleaning.
The Eufy S1 Pro
If you're looking for a robotic vacuum that also mops then this is the model to look for. It's smaller than the other models, making it easier to maneuver in tight corners or under furniture. It has a 220 degree Lidar which, when combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, offers some of my favorite navigation and avoidance capabilities I've seen in robot vacuums. It's powered by a 4600mAh battery that can last for up to 170 mins when mopping and sucking are set to standard mode. (It can run longer when it is set to turbo). It will even return to its dock to recharge its battery mid-clean.
It's fast and does a fantastic job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It vacuums carpeted rooms incredibly quickly and the hardwood floors in the kitchen, living room, and hallways in a single pass. Its 8,000pa suction motor will quickly pick up sand, dirt and pet hair. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects carpets and the double side brush assists in removing debris from corners.
The mopping efficiency is less impressive, though not by a lot. The mop rotates at a high speed and pushes down with 2.2lbs of force, easily scraping away dirt and staining. I've noticed that the front arm protrudes out a little more than other robots. This is helpful in tight corners or on baseboards. The front arms can be used to sweep larger objects, such as broken toys and fallen books.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mop and vacuums I've tested. It doesn't create the same amount of noise when mopping or vacuuming and is much quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The only drawback is that the S1 Pro must use a specific cleaning solution to perform mopping and is sold separately from the vacuum. It is simple to install and performs well. However when you purchase this robot vacuum solely to mop it is important to be aware of this.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo is different from other robot vacuums in its class. It is a powerful cleaner with a variety of features.
The device is equipped with a powerful cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This enables it to map out the home, identify furniture and other obstacles. This information can be used to clean intelligently and efficiently. This will ensure a thorough and consistent clean and is also quick.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad is capable of reaching many surfaces. This includes corners or baseboards, as well as other difficult-to-access spots. They also come with a stretchy side brush that can extend to the floor in close proximity to walls and other fixtures. In addition, the mop pads can be washed and dried to avoid build-up and lessen the odors.
App-based customization is a different interesting feature. The Q Revo lets you adjust the suction strength and select either a back-and-forth or a random pattern. You can also alter the number of passes it will make, which will determine how fast the device will traverse your home. You can also disable the side brush in order to avoid damaging carpets and rugs.
It's expensive, but has many smart features. It's important to remember that it carries regular costs, such as mopping equipment and maintenance. For instance, the brushroll will need to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to twelve months. The filter is recommended to be cleaned after 150 hours, and mop pads must be changed every one to three months.
This robotic vacuum cleaner is a top Amazon rating and comes with many physical automation features. The vacuum also has an energy button that doubles as a 'Clean button' as well as a 'Home button that allows it to go back home after cleaning. It also comes with a multi-functional dock which automatically empty the dustbin, refills its water tank and washes and dry its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be the ideal choice for busy professionals or anyone looking to keep their home clean without spending too much time on chores. It has powerful performance, smart navigation, and a long battery life that allows you to keep your home clean with little effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a 2-in-1 vacuum and mop. It is able to perform vacuuming as well as mopping. The robot has two modules: a dry bin and water reservoir, and a separate mopping module with microfiber pads that snap in and out of place. Separate modules for vacuuming and mopping may appear a bit dated however, they mean you don't have to worry about changing bags for disposables or refilling the tank with water.
Our test participants found that the Matrix Plus did a great job of vacuuming as well as mopping. Its best feature is its accurate floorplan map, which it utilizes when cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate easily between rugs, furniture, and other obstacles. The app lets you create 'No-Go Zones' or virtual barriers that prevent certain areas from being cleaned by mop.
We also noticed that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well in picking up hair of pets. It was able to collect many of the hair our cats shed, and even got into some of the nooks and crannies of our stairs, where other robots have struggled. It was fairly quiet and had some pleasant jingles that indicated when it was beginning or completing its task.
Its biggest drawbacks were its lack of sophistication and the necessity to change out the modules when switching between vacuuming and mopping. The app doesn't have the capacity to store multiple maps, which can be a problem when you live in a house that has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a excellent choice for those who want a smart device that can vacuum and mop.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni robot vacuum is the most expensive item in our review. It does however, have certain unique features that make it worth considering. The X1 Omni's most appealing feature is its huge dock that doubles as the robot's charging base as well as housing for two 4 liter water tanks, a clean sink, and an automatic 2.5-liter dust bin that automatically eliminates.
The base comes with a couple of buttons for control that let you manually begin a cleaning task, recall the robot or run the dock's automatic emptying procedure. Hold down two buttons to switch on a child lock that is a great touch for parents worried about their children playing with the vacuum.
The X1 Omni like other robotic vacuums, utilizes its camera to identify obstacles and furniture that are in its path. Robot Vacuum Mops will stay clear of them. True Mapping 2.0 navigation maps your home up to four times faster than laser detection systems.
The X1 can be prone to get stuck if it gets entangled in a hazard like the power cable that is draped over a rug. It won't function until you manually untangle it. While this was rare but it was a very frustrating experience when it happened particularly since the X1 Omni does not have an "stuck" status alert in its application.
The X1 Omni is unable to automatically switch from mopping mode to vacuuming mode during cleaning. You'll need to manually swap between the two modes, which isn't a big deal apart from the fact that mopping pads aren't washed and dried between use and can cause mildew or mold.
On the positive side it's worth noting that the X1 Omni is a beautiful-looking robot thanks to the design team at Jacob Jensen (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who came up with its modern and sleek base as well as mopping pad. It's a huge difference from the utilitarian black bases of rivals such as Roborock or iRobot. And it's a welcome sight for a market dominated by clunky boxy units.
