The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst at Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.
He evaluates and tests cleaning equipment, focusing on mopping and robot vacuum combos. These multitaskers are a great option for those looking to take mopping off their to-do list. Some have great mapping and obstacles avoidance. Some wash and refill mopping pads themselves for a hands-free cleaning.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model to select if you're looking for a robot vacuum cleaner that also mop. It's smaller than the other options on this list making it easier to navigate into tight corners and underneath furniture. It features a 220 degree lidar that combined with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it some of the best navigation and obstacle avoidance I've ever seen in a robot vacuum. It's got a battery of 4600mAh that can last up to 170 mins when mopping and sucking is set to standard mode. (It can run longer when it is set to turbo). It can even return to the dock to top up its battery midway through cleaning.
It's quick and does an excellent job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It vacuums carpeted rooms incredibly quickly and the hardwood floors in the living room, and hallways in one go. The suction motor's 8,000pa is quick at picking up sand, dirt and pet hair. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it encounters rugs and the two side brushes help to tease away debris from corners.
The mopping efficiency, while still impressive, isn't as good. The mop rotates quickly and utilizes 2.2lbs to remove dirt and stain. I've noticed that the front arms protrude out slightly more than other robots, which is helpful to maneuver around tight corners and along baseboards. The front arms can also be used to collect larger pieces of debris, like broken toys and books.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mops and vacuums I've tested. It doesn't create the same volume of sound when mopping or vacuuming and is much quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. robot cleaner amazon is only limited by the fact that it needs to use a mopping solution that is proprietary and is sold separately. It's simple to install and is effective however this is something that you'll have to keep an eye on if you're buying this robot vacuum solely for the purpose of it mopping.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo stands apart from most robot vacuums that mops in its class. It has a robust suite of features that make it an ideal choice for homeowners who want an efficient, flexible and adaptable cleaning machine.
The device is equipped with an efficient cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This allows it to map out the house and identify furniture and other obstacles. It can then use this information to clean methodically and efficiently. This leads to a thorough, consistent clean which is also relatively fast.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad is capable of reaching many surfaces. They can reach corners, baseboards, and other hard-to-reach areas. They also come with a stretchy side brush that extends to reach the floor near walls and other fixtures. In addition, the mop pads can be cleaned and dried to prevent the build-up of dust and reduce the smell.
App-based customization is another notable feature. The Q Revo lets you adjust the strength of suction, and choose between a back-andforth or more random patterns. You can also alter the number of passes it will make, which will determine how fast the device will move around your home. You can also decide to turn off the side brush to prevent damaging rugs and carpets.
The device is costly, but has many smart features. However, it's important to keep in mind that it has recurring costs in the form of mopping equipment and maintenance. For instance, a brushroll needs to be replaced every six to 12 months or after 300 hours. The filter should be cleaned after 150 hours and the mop pad must be replaced every three to six months.
This robotic vacuum cleaner is a top Amazon rating and comes with a wide range of physical automation features. These include an energy button that serves as a general "Clean button, as well as a 'Home button that sends it back to its base station once it has completed its cleaning task. It also comes with a multi-functional dock that automatically empty the dustbin, refills its water tank, and wash and dry its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be a good option for busy professionals or anyone who needs to keep their home neat without spending too much time on chores. Its powerful performance, intelligent navigation and long battery life allow you to maintain a clean home with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a two-in-one mop and vacuum. It is capable of vacuuming as well as mopping. The robot is divided into two parts that include a dry bin as well as a water tank that can be snapped out and in and a mopping unit that is equipped with a microfiber pad. It's a bit old-fashioned to have separate modules for vacuuming and mopping, but it does mean you don't need to worry about changing disposable bags or refilling the tank of water.
Our test subjects discovered that the Matrix Plus did a great job at both vacuuming and mopping. Its best feature was its accurate floorplan that it uses to draw an outline for cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate effortlessly between rugs, furniture, and other obstacles. The app allows you to create 'No-Go Zones' as well as virtual barriers to stop certain areas from being cleaned by a mop.
We also noticed that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well at picking up hair from pets. It was able to capture a lot of the hair our cats shed, and even got into the nooks and crannies on our stairs, where other robots have struggled. It was relatively silent and also had a few pleasant jingles that indicated when it was starting or completing its task.
The app was too easy and you had to change the modules every time you changed between mops and vacuuming. The app doesn't have the capacity to store multiple maps, which can be a problem for homes with a mix of floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a ideal choice for people 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. It does however, have certain unique features that make it worth considering. The X1 Omni is most well-known for its enormous dock that serves as an charging base for the robot, a sink for cleaning and two water tanks that are 4 liters in size. It also houses a 2.5-liter dust bin and an 2.5 liter dust bin.
The base also has a number of control buttons that allow you to start cleaning and then recall the robot or run the dock's auto-emptying process. Hold down two buttons to switch off the child lock. This is a nice feature for parents who are worried about their children messing around with the vacuum.
The Omni Omni like other robotic vacuums, uses its camera to identify obstacles and furniture in its path. It will avoid them. True Mapping 2.0 navigation maps your home up to four times faster than laser detection systems.
The X1 can be prone to become stuck when it is entangled in a blockage, such as the power cable that is draped over a rug. It will not work until you manually untangle it. This was a rare occurrence however, it was a bit frustrating since the X1 does not have an "stuck status" alert in its app.
The X1 Omni is unable to automatically switch from mopping to vacuuming mode during the cleaning process. robot cleaner amazon 'll have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't too bad however, mopping pads don't get cleaned or dried between use. This can lead to mildew and mold.
On the bright 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 conceptualized its sleek, modern-looking base and mopping pad. It's a big difference from the utilitarian black bases of rivals such as Roborock or iRobot. It's also an impressive sight in the market that is dominated by boxes.