The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.
He evaluates and tests cleaning equipment, with a focus on mopping and robot vacuum combos. These multitaskers can be ideal for those who want to get rid of mopping off their list of things to do. They have impressive mapping capabilities and obstacles-avoiding capabilities, and some wash and refill their mopping pads for a hands-off clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model to select if you're looking for an automatic vacuum cleaner that can also mop. It's smaller than the other models on this list, making it easier to navigate into tight corners and underneath furniture. It has a 220 degree Lidar which, when combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, provides some of the best navigation and avoidance capabilities I've seen in robot vacuums. It's powered by a 4600mAh battery which can last up to 170 minutes when cleaning and sucking are set to standard mode. (It can be more efficient when using turbo). It will even return to its dock to recharge its battery in mid-clean.
It's extremely fast and does an excellent job of cleaning my two-bedroom apartment. It is able to vacuum carpeted rooms quickly, and hardwood floors in the living room, kitchen and hallways with only one sweep. Its 8,000pa suction motor will quickly pick up dirt, crumbs and pet hair. Carpet detection boosts power automatically when it comes into contact with rugs, and the two side brushes help pull away debris from corners.
The mopping performance, while still impressive, is not as impressive. The rotating mop spins at a high speed and pushes down with 2.2lbs of force, easily cleaning up dirt and staining. I've also noticed that the front arms protrude out slightly more than other robots, which is helpful for getting into tight corners and along baseboards. The front arms can be employed to clean larger objects, such as broken toys and fallen books.
Another nice feature is that the S1 Pro is one of the most quiet robot vacuums and mops I've tried. It doesn't produce as loud of a sound while vacuuming or mopping and is quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it needs to use a proprietary mopping solution and is sold separately. It's easy to install and is effective, but this is something you'll need to be aware of if you're buying this robot vacuum for the sole reason of mopping.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo is different from other robot vacuums in its class. It has a robust suite of features that make it a great option for homeowners looking for a highly effective, versatile, and customizable cleaning machine.
The device is equipped with a powerful cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This enables it to map out the house and detect furniture and other obstacles. This information can be used to clean efficiently and methodically. This results in an effective, consistent cleaning that is also quite quick.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad can reach a variety of surfaces. This includes baseboards, corners and other difficult to reach spots. The side brush can be stretched to reach the floor close to walls and other fixtures. In addition the mop pads are able to be dried and washed to prevent the build-up of dust and reduce the smell.
Another noteworthy feature is the customization options that are available through apps. The Q Revo lets you adjust the suction level and select either a back-and-forth or a random pattern. You can also select the number of passes, which will determine the speed at which it can move around your home. You can also choose to disable the side brush to avoid damaging carpets and rugs.
The device is costly, however it has many useful features. It is important to remember that the device incurs periodic costs in the form of mopping supplies as well as regular maintenance. For example, the brushroll will need to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to twelve months. The filter is recommended to be cleaned after 150 hrs, and the mop pads must be replaced every one to three months.
The robot vacuum mop has an excellent Amazon rating and includes many physical automation features. This includes a power button that can also function as a general 'Clean' button and a 'Home button that will take it back to its base station after completing its cleaning task. It also has a multifunctional dock that automatically emptys the dustbin and refills its water tank to mop and washes and dries its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be an ideal option for busy professionals or anyone looking to keep their home neat without spending too much time on chores. It has powerful performance, smart navigation, and a long battery life that makes it simple to keep your home clean with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is an all-in-one vacuum and mop. It is capable of mopping and vacuuming. The robot is divided into two components which include a dry bin and water tank that can be snapped out and in and a mopping unit that is equipped with a microfiber pad. Separate modules for mopping and vacuuming may seem a bit old-fashioned, but they do mean you don't have to worry about changing disposable bags or refilling the water tank.
The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming and mopping. Its best feature was its accurate floorplan which it uses to determine an outline for cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate easily through rugs, furniture and other obstacles. The app also gives you the option to set "No-Go zones" as well as virtual barriers that help to keep certain areas of your home from being swept with a mop.
The Matrix Plus also did a remarkable job at collecting hair from pets. It was able to collect an enormous amount of hair our cats shed, and even was able to get into the nooks and crannys of our stairs while other robots struggled. The noise levels were low and there were lovely jingles that inform you that it was in the process of working towards its goal.
The app was too basic and you had to change the modules every time you changed between vacuuming and mopping. The app doesn't have the capacity to store multiple maps, which can be a problem if you have a home with a mix of floors. robot vacuums best Plus robot is a excellent choice for those who want a smart device that can vacuum and mop.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni is the most expensive robot vacuum that can be found in our test, but it comes with some unique features that are worth taking into consideration. The X1 Omni is most well-known for its enormous dock that doubles as an charging base for the robot, a sink for cleaning and two water tanks of 4 liters. It also houses two bins: a 2.5-liter dustbin and the 2.5 milliliter dust bin.
The base has a couple of buttons for control, which allow you to manually start cleaning tasks and then recall the robot or use the dock's auto-emptying procedure. Press two of the buttons to turn off the child lock that is a great feature for parents who are worried about kids tinkering with the vacuum.
The X1 Omni, like other robotic vacuums, uses its camera to identify furniture and obstacles in its path. It will stay clear of 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 gets entangled in a hazard like a power cable draped over a rug. It won't function until you untangle it manually. This was a rare incident, but frustrating nonetheless, because the X1 doesn't have a "stuck status" alert on its application.
Another issue that could be a problem is the X1 Omni's inability to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming modes during the cleaning process. You will need to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't an issue aside from the fact that the mopping pads haven't been cleaned and dried between use and can cause mildew or 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 dreamed up its modern and sleek base as well as mopping pad apparatus. It's a big departure from the utilitarian all-black bases of rivals such as Roborock or iRobot. And it's a welcome sight for the market that is dominated by boxy units.