Robot vacuums use instruments for navigation, such as lasers, sensors, and cameras to map out your space and clean efficiently while staying clear of obstacles. Some even self-empty their own mop and dustbins!
Many are connected to digital voice assistants or apps for cleaning hands-free. Certain models come with features such as automatic docks and boundary strips to simplify your work.
1. Roborock S8 maxV Ultra
Roborock's most popular robot vacuum cleaner doesn't fail to impress. It offers more advanced features than previous models, but the real attraction is its capacity to effectively clean your home for you. It can recognize stain types and floor types, as well as zones that aren't allowed. It does this by analyzing its surroundings using an image sensor and a map. This allows it to determine what it should do at any given time which means you don't have to press buttons repeatedly or setting multiple modes.
It has the ability to mop just like it does all Roborock vacuums. This is a welcome addition to the range since it makes this robovac even more efficient than before. The mop head is efficient too and can be switched to scrub mode to clean tougher dirt. Another benefit is that the robovac can reach small thresholds for steps thanks to its front-mounted sensor as well as a rotating FlexiArm.
The app is easy to use and lets you alter settings. You can also create rooms for the robot to clean. Rocky, its voice assistant, is responsive and can clearly understand commands. You can ask it to cancel a task or recite the exact list of commands. It also works with Alexa and Google Assistant, and Matter-certified to work with Apple HomeKit.
The S8 MaxV Ultra comes with a 5,200mAh battery and can run for up to 180 minutes before returning to the dock to recharge. The battery is automatically empty and cleaned at the end of each run. This cuts down the charging time.
2. Dreame X40
The Dreame X40 Ultra is a powerful cleaning machine that performs at the top of its class in both mopping and vacuuming. With suction power that is world-class, innovative features, and pet-friendly features This robot vacuum is a great choice for families with a busy schedule. Its advanced navigation, obstacle avoidance, and custom options make it one of the best robot vacuum cleaners available on the market.
This robot vacuum uses a RGB camera to map its surroundings and identify obstacles with artificial intelligence. This helps it avoid sucking your cat's toy, or a cable that is lying on the ground, and causing damage to your flooring. This feature lets you identify specific areas that the robot shouldn't clean.
Dreame X40 also excels in sweeps and mowing, with a unique dual brush system that eliminates dirt from the corners of your room. It can even clean baseboards, which makes it a perfect option for those with kids and pets. This vacuum is easy to use and set up and comes with an app that gives a variety customization options.
This vacuum comes with an automatic cleaning system that empties the waste bins, and then refills the tank for cleaning solutions. This saves you time. This robot vacuum has a battery life of 198 minutes in a vacuuming mode, and can cover 308 square meters in a single charge. It can return to its dock to recharge automatically, allowing you to seamlessly pick up from where it was when it left. It is also compatible with Alexa Siri and Google Home so you can operate it using your voice. Download the Dreame X40 App on iOS or Android to modify your cleaning routine.
3. Eufy X10
If you're looking to buy a high-end all-rounder that is a good value, the Eufy X10 is hard to beat. It does everything you could ask a robot vacuum and mop to do, and all at a fair price.
This model can handle floor cleaning tasks without any assistance, such as sweeping, mopping and dusting. The base station needs a bit more space than other models, with 50cm either side and 150cm in front.
Its smart navigation technology can track the layout of your home, while storing and utilizing the data in its internal memory, without ever having to transfer it to the cloud or any other external source. Combining AI See with iPath laser mapping technology, the X10 is able to effectively keep track of the layout of rooms and optimize cleaning routes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
The X10 smart object recognition system is very effective, allowing it to recognize and avoid dangers such as power cords. It can even be programmed to automatically clean and recharge its battery, which is a nice addition. However, I discovered that the X10 could get stuck on some thicker rug, and then crash loudly over them and occasionally pushing its front brush into the rugs.
Overall, this is a top-notch robo vacuum and mop that's disappointing due to a confusing application. Eufy Clean's app is not as user-friendly as the iRobot App that guides you through the process of setting your robot up and shows you how to use. It's a great option for those who wish to customize the app to their preferences.
4. SwitchBot S10
The SwitchBot S10 vacuum cleaner robot is the perfect solution for home cleaning. It combines a vacuum cleaner with mop. It has a unique two-station design framework that allows it to supply water for mopping and also collect dust in the same machine, resulting in a complete cleaning automation.
It is equipped with all the sensors used on high-end robotic vacuums. This lets it map your home in real-time while staying clear of obstacles and recognizing different types carpets and hard flooring. A front-facing AI camera is also available to help you to navigate around your home and find places that are inaccessible to the majority of robotic vacuums.
This robotic powerhouse is equipped with an impressive suction motor capable of removing pet hair, dirt and other debris both from hard flooring and carpets with low pile. The app lets you personalize the robot according to your preferences. You can create your own cleaning routines, and also adjust the mopping and vacuuming powers.
The mop performs exceptionally well. It has a RevoRoll roller that applies 10N of pressure to any floor, and it comes with a RinseSync cleaning system that cleans itself when it moves throughout your home. This helps to keep the mop clean while it sifts dirt and stops it from spreading it around your home.
The battery life isn't as good as some of its competitors and might require a recharge halfway through when you have more space in your home. It can also be very loud when in use, and therefore it may not be suitable for use in areas where silence is required. It is a great price for the quality. The SwitchBot S10 is a model that is unique in its class due to its sleek, modern design.
5. K10 Plus
The K10 Plus is an upgrade from Switchbot's bestselling Mini robot vacuum. This latest version is a combination of the latest Anti-Tangle Rubber brush with an Advanced Position Sensitive Detector sensor (PSD) and a higher suction power of up to 3000Pa for superior corner coverage.
The K10 Plus uses SLAM navigation an easy app, and a thorough cleaning process. The PSD sensor works in tandem with an rotary brush that can be used to navigate through furniture. Its four-stage cleaning method consolidates sweeps, lifts, and vacuums up debris from carpets and floors. The dust bin automatically emptys itself and you don't need to worry about it being emptying frequently.
The app can also be used to mark areas of the room which you want the device to stay clear of like pet toys or power cords. This is a feature that's typical of robotic vacuums. It's helpful when certain areas of your home require more attention.
You can set the K10 Plus to return to its base station every 60, 75 or 90 minutes to automatically empty its trash bin. This is a major improvement over other robots which have to be returned and manually emptied. It will help you save a lot of time.
In my tests I found that the K10 Plus had a very good battery life. It lasted for 110 minutes in a single run that's more than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential's 127 minutes.
The K10 Plus has a fairly compact design, which makes it easy to fit under furniture or tight spaces. It connects via Wi-Fi, and has Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri shortcuts. It also works with IFTTT and Samsung SmartThings. The app tracks the use of its accessories like the filter, side brushes and dust bag, letting you know when it's time to change them.
