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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 tests and evaluates cleaning equipment. His main focus is robot vacuums, and mopping combinations. Multitaskers are an excellent choice for those who are looking to eliminate mopping from their list of things to do. They have impressive mapping and obstacle avoidance, and some wash and refill their mopping pads to ensure a hands-free clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model to choose if you want an automatic vacuum cleaner that can also mop. It's smaller than other options and makes it easier to maneuver in tight spaces or under furniture. It uses a 220 degree lidar, which when combined with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it the best navigation and object avoidance I've ever seen in a robot vacuum. It's powered by a 4600mAh battery that can last for up to 170 minutes when mopping and sucking is set to standard mode. (It can run longer on turbo). It can even return to the dock to replenish its battery halfway through an efficient.
It's quick and does an excellent job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It vacuums the carpeted areas extremely quickly, and the hardwood floors in the kitchen, hallways, and living room in one go. Its 8,000pa motor is able to remove dirt, pet hair, and even droppings effortlessly. Carpet detection automatically increases power when it detects rugs and the dual side brushes help to clean debris from corners.
The mopping efficiency is less impressive, but not by much. The mop's rotating mechanism spins fast and makes use of 2.2lbs to remove dirt and stains. I've also noticed that the front arms protrude out slightly more than other robots, which can be helpful to get into tight corners and on baseboards. The front arms can also be used to pick up larger pieces of debris, like books and broken toys.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mops and vacuums I've tried. It doesn't make the same volume of sound when mopping or vacuuming, and is much quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it must utilize a specific mopping solution and is sold separately. It is easy to set up and performs well. However when you purchase this vacuum solely for mopping, you will need to be aware of this.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo is different from other robot vacuums in its class. It has a robust suite of features that make it a great choice for homeowners looking to purchase an efficient, flexible and adaptable cleaning machine.
The device is equipped with an efficient cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This enables it to map out your home, find furniture and other obstacles. This information can be used to clean intelligently and effectively. This will ensure an efficient and consistent cleaning and is also quick.
In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads can reach an array of surface areas. This includes corners, baseboards, and other hard-to-reach areas. The side brush can be stretched to extend to the floor, close to walls and other fixtures. The mop pads are washable and can be dried to reduce odors and prevent buildup.
App-based customization is yet another noteworthy feature. The Q Revo lets you adjust the suction intensity and choose an back-and-forth or random pattern. You can also select the number of passes, which will determine how quickly it can move around your home. You can also decide to turn off the side brush to prevent damaging carpets and rugs.
It's expensive, but it comes with a lot of smart features. It is important to remember that the device will incur recurring expenses in the form mopping supplies and regular maintenance. For instance brushrolls need to be replaced every six to 12 months or after 300 hours. The filter will need to be cleaned after 150 hours, and the mop pad needs to be replaced every one to three months.
The robot vacuum that mops has an excellent rating on Amazon and includes a broad array of physical automation features. It has the power button that serves as a general "Clean button, as well as a 'Home' button that will send it back to its base station after completing its cleaning task. It also comes with a multifunctional dock that automatically empty the trash bin, fills up its water tank, and wash and dry its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be the ideal option for busy professionals or anyone who needs to keep their home clean without spending too much time on chores. Its powerful performance, smart navigation, and long battery life make it easy to maintain a clean house with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is an all-in-one vacuum and mop. It can do both vacuuming as well as mopping. The robot comes with two modules: a combined dry bin and water reservoir and a separate mopping unit with microfiber pads that snap into and out of the way. It's a bit old-fashioned to have separate modules for vacuuming and mopping but it does mean that you don't have to worry about changing out disposable bags or refilling the tank of water.
The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming as well as mopping. Its best feature is its precise floorplan map, which it uses when cleaning. This made it a breeze for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture, rugs, and other obstacles. The app also gives you the option to set 'No-Go zones' and virtual barriers, which help to protect certain areas of your house from being cleaned with mop.
We also found that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well in removing hair from pets. It was able capture the majority of hair shed by our cats and even got into the nooks and crannies of our stairs which other robots struggled. It was fairly silent and also had a few pleasant jingles that indicated when it was about to start or completing its task.
The app was too basic and you had to switch the modules every time you switched between vacuuming and mops. The app cannot save multiple maps. This can be a problem if your home has multiple floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a great choice for those who want a device that can mop and vacuum.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni robot vacuum is the most expensive item in our review. However, it does have distinct features that make it worth considering. The X1 Omni is notable for its huge dock that serves as a charging base for the robot, a sink for cleaning and two 4-liter water tanks. It also houses two bins: a 2.5-liter dust bin and the 2.5 milliliter dust bin.
The base has a few control buttons, which allow you to manually begin a cleaning task and then recall the robot or run the dock’s auto-emptying procedure. Press two of the buttons to switch on the child lock that is a great feature for parents who are worried about children playing with the vacuum.
The Omni Omni like other robotic vacuums, uses its camera to identify obstacles and furniture in its path. It will stay clear of them. True Mapping 2.0 navigation maps your home up to four times faster than laser detection systems.
vacuum bot can cause the X1 to become stuck if it gets caught in a blockage, such as the power cable that is draped over a rug. It won't work until you remove it manually. This was a rare incident however it was frustrating since the X1 does not have an "stuck status" alert on its application.
The X1 Omni cannot automatically switch from mopping to vacuuming mode during cleaning. You will have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't that bad however, the mopping pad isn't washed or dried between uses. This can cause mildew and mold.
The X1 Omni looks great, thanks to the Jacob Jensen design team (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who designed its sleek modern base and mopping pad. It's a significant difference from the utilitarian black bases of rivals like Roborock or iRobot. And it's a welcome sight for an industry dominated by boxes.