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Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combos

Robot vacuums and mop are getting more efficient. They pass our cleaning tests, and can handle various floors. Look for models that allow you to choose from a variety of modes, and use their charging dock to self-empty and clean up the stairs.

A lot of the top models work with your smartphone. Find an application that lets you save maps, schedules and choose cleaning modes.

1. Eufy Omni S1 Pro

The black and gloss gunmetal Omni S1 Pro from Eufy is one of most impressive robot vacuums and mop combos available. It makes use of lidar to navigate and create maps of floors and rooms (even multiple levels), and works with the free Eufy Clean application that lets you set schedules and customize the S1's behavior.

When I tested the S1 It was quick to locate the downstairs area, which has Linoleum flooring in the kitchen/dining room and bathrooms, plus carpeting with a medium-pile and an area rug. It was able to drive close to walls and even across raised thresholds without issue. However it had some issues traversing the stairs in one step. The S1 did a good robot vacuum job cleaning robot mop and vacuum hard floors. Its mop moved smoothly on its flat side and swung up when it came to carpets or rugs.

After every mopping session, the docking station on the S1 automatically emptys its trash bin and refills its water tank with clean ozonated filtered water. The dock provides an extra-deep cleaning solution to the water. The S1's water tank can hold enough water for about 12 cleaning sessions before needing to be empty, but this will vary depending the amount you use the mop.

Like all 2-in-1 robots the S1 requires regular maintenance to ensure that it's operating efficiently. You'll need to periodically rinse out the tank that has been contaminated to prevent it from becoming blocked. Also, you'll need to clean the swivel wheel and sensors regularly to prevent them from getting clogged by dust or dirt. Overall the S1 requires less maintenance than other combos.

2. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo Complete

Ecovacs all-in-one robot vacuum and mop is an efficient solution for cleaning. The Ecovacs robot vacuum comes with 8,700Pa suction power and comes with many advanced features like voice control and smart path planning that cleans furniture and eliminates obstacles. The mopping feature is impressive, with mops that rotate that actually lift and scrub the floor, as opposed to just drag the pad across it. The mops are also cleaned and dried in the base station as needed.

This robot has a simple interface that guides you throughout the process. It includes a rechargeable hand vacuum to reach those areas the robot vacuum cleaner reviews isn't able to reach and two water tanks that are automatically empty and replenished whenever needed. It has a variety of useful settings to fine-tune your cleaning preferences.

The Deebot X2 Combo Complete does excellent job of vacuuming, and has a powerful suction that effortlessly picks up all kinds of debris, including the smaller bits of dust that other robots struggle with. Its navigation capabilities are good, too, even though it does sometimes get hung up on the small rug or area mats I have in my house (which is something you can mitigate by creating a virtual border within the application). Its mopping capabilities are also excellent with a pair of spinning mop heads that lift and scrub the floor instead of dragging the pad across it. The mops are also cleaned using heated water and dried in the base station when needed. The mops are also refilled from the top of the base station when needed.

3. Dreame X40 Ultra

Dreame's X30 Ultra robot vacuum and mop were released earlier in the year. But their new flagship model has even more impressive features. It delivers outstanding cleaning results and is easy to maintain. This makes it a worthy contender for our top list of robot vacuums and mop. Its superior mapping capabilities, RGB AI smart detection and a larger side brush ensure that an efficient, custom-designed clean is accomplished.

The X40 Ultra vacuums well, removing both fine and large debris. It is equally effective on hard floors and carpets. It also cleaned our test's most soiled areas efficiently, while eliminating pet hairs that are tangled and other mess. The sweeping performance of the machine is boosted by a sidebrush that moves out to get into areas that are difficult to reach and a mop pad that extends along baseboards.

Its navigation is nimble it can navigate tight spaces and negotiating stairs without missing a beat. It can go from one room to the next without having to change direction. This is useful for homes that have multiple rooms. Its obstacle avoidance system is less advanced than that of some competitors and leaves a large margin around obstacles. This can lead to missed spots.

The app features a simple, intuitive interface that should be user-friendly for both new and experienced users. The app lets you schedule and manage cleaning tasks. You can also alter suction power, mop setting, and view 2D and 3-D maps. You can control it via the app, Alexa or Google Assistant. You can even remotely control the X40 Ultra camera for real-time monitoring. However, you will require a reliable Wi-Fi connection to operate it via the app and external controls.

4. Roomba Q5 Pro

Robot vacuums are excellent in removing dirt and debris but they aren't able to reach every speck of dust. This is why it's important to use your regular vacuum at least once every week, particularly to remove dust from corners, on shelves and in the corners of your couch. Roborock's Q5 Pro is a 2-in-1 vacuum and mop designed to do exactly that. It is simple to connect to your WiFI network at home and also works with Alexa or Apple Siri.

The Q5 is a stripped-down version of the more expensive S-series models from the company, including the top-of-the-line Roborock S8 maxV ultra. It has the same LIDAR mapping sensor, but cuts down on cost by removing mopping functions and using a lower-cost plastic body.

Despite losing the ability to mop floors, the Q5 has the best vacuum and mopping performance we've seen from a robotic in this price range. It has a strong suction of 5500Pa, and an automatic empty system that means you don't have to empty the bin by hand each time. It also has a clever application that lets you choose the type of floor and schedule cleanings, as well as an automatic water tank refill and wash system that allows hands-free operation.

Its mops also impress with their 2700Pa power to tackle dirt and pet hair on carpets as well as hard flooring. The Q5 was among the few robots that we tested did not show issues with high-pile carpets and rugs. However, it did not pick up kitty-litter or cable tangles. This isn't surprising because it doesn't contain AI-powered obstacle avoidance.

5. K10 Plus

K10 Plus is one of the quietest robot vacuums we have tested, it also uses a unique system to map your home, which allows it to get into the corners and tight spaces that other vacuums can't reach. This device also collects more dust in the bin, which means you don't need to empty it as often. Additionally, it has washable filters, which reduces the expenses associated with using the device. This robot can detect carpets and increase suction when needed. The app allows you to mark off areas you want to avoid, which is a nice feature.