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The Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo
For pets that shed fur, a robot vacuum/mop combo is among the best floor cleaning solutions. The machine can vacuum and mop and even clean and dry its own dual mop pads.
It also has 8,000Pa suction, the most of any robot that we’ve evaluated. It can also save maps of your home and schedule cleaning schedules using its app.
1. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni
The X2 Omni robot vacuum-mop is the latest in Ecovacs line of hybrid robot vacuum mops. This model that is dry and wet includes the updated AIVI 3D2.0 lidar system Ecovacs, which gives improved mapping and obstruction avoidance. It uses dual laser LiDAR, which is similar to the one used in self-driving vehicles. It can scan up to 32 feet across by the 270-degree angle. This means more precise mapping as well as faster response time and higher cleaning accuracy.
It also comes with an alternating mopping mat made of chenille, making it much easier to scrub hard areas than traditional mops. During my testing the X2 Omni took just over an hour to wash its pad and get to work, and I noticed it was more precise than previous models that seemed to follow a grid route around rooms. It was able to navigate my rooms with its corners and edges as well as create an “Zambani pattern” that ran up and down the center of the room. It returned to its OMNI Station frequently to empty the dust bin and clean the mop using hot water before beginning another cleaning task.
The X2 Omni is as simple to use and set up as other Ecovacs products. Simply snap the dock into place, plug it in and connect it to your home WiFi network. It takes just a few minutes. You can then launch the app to begin your first cleaning task. I was able to dig into the settings and personalize my floor plan in about 15 minutes, which included creating restricted areas to sweep and mop and reworking my furniture placements, and so on. The X2 Omni did a great job in my tests, achieving excellent scores for the removal of pet hair and debris cleaning, as well as near-perfect results in crevice and edge cleaning.
2. Deebot T10 Omni
The T10 Omni from ECOVACS is an extremely powerful mopping and vacuum machine. It is the most sophisticated of the T-line from the brand and features the new OZMO Turbo2.0 mopping system, which utilizes a dual-spinning brush for superior cleaning than conventional scrubbing. It also has YIKO, an artificial language processing technology that is a first of its kind. This allows it to respond to various voice commands. You can use the ECOVACS app to map your home, set up 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 and remove mop heads according to your needs. This is great for most households, but not so for those who lead busy lives.
The Deebot T10 is an excellent robot vacuum that produces impressive results. It removed more than 96% of the debris from our hardwood floors. This is a fantastic performance. It also did an excellent job on tile and carpet cleaning up more than 99percent of dirt and other debris.
This robot vacuum and mop has an enormous docking station that offers cool water auto-cleaning for its mop pads, and auto-emptying into a 3L plastic bag that is easy to replace, and hot-air drying for quick and simple maintenance. It also comes with a large tank of water that allows it to be washed and dried more often between mopping sessions.
As with other mopping robots, the Deebot T10 Omni has a wash tray in its base, which rinses and dry its mop pads when it uses them. But it doesn’t use a removable tray, which means that dirty water, dust, and other grime gradually build up on the bottom of the tray over time.
3. RoboVac X8 Hybrid
This is the first mopping model from Anker that is renowned for its Bagotte BG600: Upgraded Robot Vacuum Cleaner with Mop vacuums. It comes with improved smarts, multiple map support, and LIDAR scanning, along with twin-turbine suction technology that automatically adjusts to the surface you’re cleaning. It’s a mid-range robotic cleaner that’s attractive even if the promise of being a one-stop-shop for floor cleaning doesn’t come true.
The X8 Hybrid appears to be an ordinary robotic cleaner from the top. It has a circular form, sweeping wheels, and an elevated sensor. On the other side there’s a motorized floorbrush and one side brush that pushes dust from the edges into the main path of its’mouth.’ It’s a little smaller than the main brushes on the rival iRobot Roomba S9, which I discovered makes it easier to fit under sofas and chairs.
Its mapping system allows you to create no-mop zones and specific cleaning zones. It has a habit of hitting objects, including its own charging station, and isn’t the best in climbing over carpets. It did a great job of removing pet hair on floors that were not paved However, in our tests, it was able to pick up 89.5 percent of litter, which puts it ahead of all but the strongest robots we’ve tested.
The X8 Hybrid is controlled via an app, however it also has physical buttons on its base. These buttons let you select a cleaning mode or turn the robot on/off. You can also use them to set no-go zones as well as view real-time maps. It’s also a little chatty and will inform you of what it’s going to do next (start cleaning) or alert you when something isn’t right.
4. ILIFE A4s
This model of high-tech vacuum is able to pick up pet hair, kibble, and other messes with remarkable effectiveness. It can also move effortlessly around furniture legs. It also comes with a remarkable feature set that includes two cleaning modes as well as a self-emptying dock and real-time obstacle avoidance technology. The device that is Wi-Fi-connected can be operated via the Neato App which schedules cleanings and maintenance needs are monitored. The X2 Omni is an excellent option for homes with a large hardwood floors and carpet, but it requires some planning ahead to avoid getting stuck on toys, power cords or other obstacles that might be unexpected.
This robot did well in our tests of hardwood floors and kibble. It picked up everything from one rice grain to multiple pet food pieces in just one pass. It did have some issues with rugs but, in general the vacuum cleaner is perfect for rooms with different flooring types as well as a mix of pets.
It’s not cheap but if you’re able to handle the cost it’s an excellent buy for those who want to be able to leave their homes free to do other tasks or complete chores. The A4s Pro also offers a useful auto-cleaning mode that automatically boosts Experience Unmatched Cleaning: Ultra Strong Suction G20 PRO power to handle tough dirt and spills, and is equipped with batteries that power the ElectroWall that allows you to define boundaries where the robot isn’t permitted to access.
This budget-friendly option from a well-known upstart brand is the cheapest model we’ve ever tested and provides an outstanding value for money. The basic navigation system is based on a basic random pathing algorithm, and it lacks the ability to map rooms. This makes it less efficient than other models in this list. It’s still able to navigate under furniture and into the corners. And its mopping mode performed very well in our tests by picking up hairs and other debris.
5. Shark iQ
Shark’s iQ isn’t quite as well-built as the Roomba S9, but it is superior in general at getting rid of pet hair on all surfaces. It is more effective of cleaning carpets with low piles and floors that are not covered. It also makes use of smart-pathing navigational software for greater mobility. It can be positioned to a particular area and has a suite of advanced automation features, including no-go zones and schedules. It allows you to stop and restart cleaning sessions, making it perfect for homes with pets.
Its self-cleaning brushroll prevents the tangles caused by pet hair and other debris, and its bagless self-emptying dock station can store up to 30 days worth of dirt before needing to be cleaned. It also comes with an array of angled side brushes that dig deep into corners, and its multi-stage filtration system captures dust, dander, and allergens to ensure a healthier air.
The iQ robot vacuum is well-built and feels solid. It is compatible with a smartphone application that lets you change the vacuum’s settings and schedule cleaning times ahead of time. The app also lets you see the remaining battery life of the iQ and send notifications via push for any issues it encounters during its cleaning cycle. You can control it using your voice with an Amazon Alexa device or Google Assistant device. If you don’t have either of these devices you can mark out areas with physical boundary markers strips.
The iQ is good for cleaning floors that aren’t clean and is able to do a decent job on shaggy and low-pile carpets. However, it doesn’t offer the same level of autonomy as our top choices. It’s also expensive and the recurring costs can add up over time.