The Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo
A robot vacuum/mop combo is the ideal solution for pets that shed fur. The machine can mop and vacuum and even dry and clean its own dual mop pads.
It also has the highest suction power of any robot we’ve examined, with 8,800Pa. It also can save your home’s maps and schedule cleaning schedules using its app.
1. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni
The X2 Omni robot vacuum-mop is the latest model in Ecovacs line of hybrid robot vacuum mops. This model is equipped with Ecovacs’ upgraded AIVI 3D 2.0 lidar system, which offers improved mapping and obstacle avoidance. It uses dual laser LiDAR that is similar to the one used in self-driving vehicles. It can scan an area up to 32 feet across by the 270-degree angle. This translates to more accurate mapping as well as faster response time and greater cleaning accuracy.
It also comes with a rotating mopping mat constructed of chenille, which makes it easier to scrub hard-to-clean spots than traditional mop. In my testing, the X2 Omni took just over an hour to wash its pad and get to work, and I noticed it was much more accurate than previous models that were able to follow a grid-like route around rooms. It was able to navigate around corners and edges of my rooms and also make “Zambani patterns” both in and out of the middle of the room. It returned to its OMNI Station frequently to empty the dustbin and clean the mop using hot water, before starting another cleaning task.
Like other Ecovacs products the X2 Omni is a breeze to set up and start using. It takes just minutes to snap the dock into its place, plug it into and connect it to your home Wi-Fi network. You can then open the app to begin your first cleaning task. I was able customize my floor plan within 15 minutes. This included creating limited areas for sweeping and mopping and rearranging the layout of wall-mounted furniture and much more. The X2 Omni performed impressively in my tests, achieving excellent scores for debris removal and pet hair cleaning and near-perfect results for crevice and edge cleaning.
2. Deebot T10 Omni
If you need a powerful combination of mopping and vacuuming then check out the EcoVACS Deebot Omni. It is the most advanced model of the brand’s T-line, and features the latest OZMO Turbo 2.0 mopping system that uses dual-spinning brushes for better cleaning than traditional oscillating scrubbers. It also has YIKO built-in, a unique natural language processing tech that allows it to respond to a range of voice commands. The ECOVACS App allows you to plan your home, make cleaning schedules and adjust settings.
The T10 Omni’s biggest flaw is that it can’t switch between vacuuming and mopping in a single run. The T10 Omni comes with two modes that require you to attach mop heads to and from the vacuum in accordance with Upgrade Your Cleaning Game with Roborock Q7 needs. This is fine for most households, but not for those who lead busy lives.
The Deebot T10 is an excellent robot vacuum that delivers impressive results. It was able to remove more than 96% of the debris from our hardwood flooring. This is a fantastic performance. It also did a fantastic job with tile and carpet, removing over 99% of dirt and debris.
This robot vacuum and mops comes with a large docking system that allows for automatic cleaning using cool mop pads. It also comes with an auto-emptying 3L bag that’s easy to replace and hot air drying for fast and simple maintenance. It also has a large water tank that allows more frequent rinses and dry between mopping runs.
As with other mopping robots, the Deebot T10 Omni features a wash tray in its base that rinses and dry its mop pads as it utilizes them. It does not have a removable tray, so dust, dirt and other grime can slowly build up in the bottom.
3. RoboVac X8 Hybrid
While the Anker-owned Eufy is well known in the robot vacuum space, this model is its first venture into the realm of mopping. It offers upgraded smarts, multiple maps support, and LIDAR scanning, along with twin-turbine suction technology that adjusts to the surface you’re cleaning. It’s a mid-range robotic cleaner that’s appealing even if its claim of being a one-stop-shop for floor cleaning does not be realized.
The X8 Hybrid looks like a regular robotic vacuum cleaner from the top with its circular design, sweeping wheels and a raised area for sensors. On the other side you’ll find a motorized floorbrush as well as a single side brush that moves dust away from the edges and into the main path of its’ mouth.’ It’s a little smaller than the main brushes of the iRobot Roomba S9, which I discovered makes it easier to get under chairs and sofas.
The mapping system is quite sophisticated and allows you to set no-mop zones, as well as specific cleaning zones. It has a tendency of hitting things like its charging station, and isn’t great at climbing over carpets. It was good at getting pet hair off of the floor. In our tests, it picked up 89.5% kitty litter.
The X8 Hybrid is controlled via an app, but it also has physical buttons on its base. These buttons allow you to select a cleaning mode or turn off the robot. These buttons can be used to create zones that are not allowed to be visited and to look up maps in real-time. It’s a little chatty, and will inform you of what it’s going to do next (“start cleaning”) or warn you that something is wrong (it isn’t able to charge, for instance).
4. ILIFE A4s
This model of high-tech vacuum can pick up pet hair, kibble, and other debris with great effectiveness. It can also move effortlessly around furniture legs. It also comes with an impressive feature set that includes two cleaning modes and a self-emptying dock and real-time obstacle avoidance technology. It is Wi-Fi-enabled and is best controlled through the Neato app, where cleanings can be scheduled and the overall maintenance requirements be monitored. The X2 Omni is an excellent choice for large homes with hardwood floors and carpet, but it requires some advanced planning to avoid getting stuck by toys, power cords or other unexpected obstacles.
This robot was very successful in our tests of hardwood floors and kibble. It ate everything from one rice grain to several pet food pieces in only one swipe. It had some trouble with rugs, but in general the vacuum cleaner is great for large rooms that have both types of flooring as well as a mixture of pets.
It is a bit pricey however, if you are able to afford it, this is a great option for those who want to be able to leave their homes free to do other tasks or take care of chores. The A4s Pro also offers a useful auto-cleaning mode that automatically boosts suction power to tackle difficult spills and dirt, and includes batteries that power the ElectroWall that allows you to define boundaries where the robot is not allowed to enter.
This budget-friendly robot from a popular new brand is the most affordable we’ve ever tested, and provides exceptional value for money. The basic navigation system is based on a very basic random pathing algorithm, and it’s not able to map rooms. This is why it’s less effective as other models on this list. It’s still able to navigate under furniture and into the corners. And its mopping mode was very effective in our tests, picking up stray hair and other debris.
5. Shark iQ
Shark’s iQ may not be as well-built however, it’s better in cleaning pet hair off all surfaces. It does a better job of cleaning low-pile carpet and floors that are not covered. It also makes use of intelligent-pathing navigational software to improve maneuverability. It also lets you transfer it to a particular room, and its sophisticated suite of automation features includes no-go zones as well as scheduling. It lets you pause and restart cleaning sessions making it ideal for homes that have pets.
Its self-cleaning brushroll prevents tangles with pet hair and other debris, and its self-emptying dock station can hold up to 30 days worth of dirt prior to needing to be cleaned. It comes with of angled side brushes that can reach into corners, as well as a multi-stage filter system to capture dust, dander and allergens.
This vacuum feels solid and well-built, and it comes with an app for smartphones that enables you to change the settings of your vacuum and schedule cleaning sessions in advance. The app lets you see the remaining battery life of the iQ, and send push notifications in the event of any issues during the cleaning session. You can utilize your voice to control the device using an Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device or, if you do not have either of these devices, you can mark areas with physical boundary marker strips.
The iQ does a decent job of cleaning floors and doing a fair job on low-pile and shaggy carpet however, it doesn’t have the same level of autonomy as our top picks. It’s also costly and its monthly costs can increase.