The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.
best robot cleaner tests and evaluates cleaning equipment, with a focus on robot vacuums and mopping combos. Multitaskers are a great option for those looking to cross mopping off the to-do list. Some models have superior mapping capabilities and obstacles avoidance. Some wash and refill mopping pads for a hands-free clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model you need to pick if you are looking for a robot vacuum cleaner that also mop. It's smaller than the other models on this list, making it easier to navigate in tight corners and under furniture. It comes with a 220 degree Lidar that, when combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, gives it one of my top navigation and avoidance capabilities I've seen in a robotic vacuum. It's got a battery of 4600mAh that can last for up to 170 minutes if cleaning and sucking are set to standard mode. (It can run longer when it is set to turbo). It can even return to its dock to recharge its battery in mid-clean.
It's extremely fast and does a fantastic job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It can vacuum carpeted rooms fast and hardwood floors in the kitchen, living room, and hallways with just one pass. The motor's 8,000pa power allows it to remove dirt as well as pet hair and droppings with ease. Carpet detection automatically increases power when it detects carpets and the double side brush assists in removing debris from corners.
The mopping performance, while still impressive, is not as good. The mop rotates at a high speed and pushes down with 2.2lbs of force, effortlessly cleaning up dirt and stains. I've also noticed that the front arms stick out a bit more than other robots, which is helpful for getting into tight corners and on baseboards. The same front arms can be used to sweep larger pieces of debris, such as broken toys and fallen books.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mop and vacuums I've tested. It is quieter and doesn't make as much noise when mopping or vacuuming. The only drawback is that the S1 Pro must use a proprietary cleaning solution for mopping and is sold separately from the vacuum. It's simple to install and performs well however, it's something you'll need to be aware of when you purchase this vacuum solely for the purpose of mopping.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo stands apart from most robot vacuums that mops in its class. It is equipped with a broad array of features that make it a great option for homeowners looking for an extremely 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 enables it to map out the house and find furniture and other obstacles. It then uses this information to clean methodically and intelligently. This will result in an effective, consistent cleaning which is also relatively fast.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad can reach many surfaces. These include corners or baseboards, as well as other hard-to-reach areas. They also have a stretchy side brush that can extend to reach the floor near walls and other fixtures. In addition, the mop pads can be dried and washed to prevent build-up and reduce odors.
App-based customization is another notable feature. The Q Revo allows you to alter the intensity of its suction, and choose between a back-and-forth or slightly more randomized pattern. You can also alter the number of passes it must make, which will determine how quickly the device can traverse your home. You can also turn off the side brush in order to prevent damage to carpets and carpets.
This device is expensive but has many smart features. It is important to note that the device incurs regular expenses, such as mopping supplies and regular maintenance. For instance the brushroll should be replaced every six to twelve months or after 300 hours. The filter will need to be cleaned after 150 hours and the mop pad needs to be replaced every three to six months.
The robot vacuum that mops is rated highly on Amazon and offers a wide range of physical automation features. The vacuum also has an power button that doubles as a 'Clean button' and a 'Home' button to send it home after cleaning. 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 an ideal choice for busy professionals or anyone looking to keep their home tidy without spending too much time doing chores. Its incredibly fast performance, sophisticated navigation, and long battery life make it simple to maintain a clean house with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop, that is, it can do both vacuuming and mopping. The robot has two modules: a dry bin and reservoir of water, and a separate mopping unit with a microfiber pad that snaps into and out of position. It's not the most modern thing to have separate modules for vacuuming and mopping however it does mean you don't have to worry about changing out disposable bags or refilling the tank with water.
Our testers discovered that the Matrix Plus did a great job of vacuuming as well as mopping. Its greatest feature is its precise floorplan map, which it utilizes when cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate through rugs, furniture and other obstacles. The app also gives you the option of setting "No-Go zones" as well as virtual barriers, which help to keep certain areas of your house from being scrubbed with a mop.
The Matrix Plus also did a surprising job of collecting hair of pets. It was able to collect the majority of hair shed by our cats and even got into the nooks and crannys of our stairs while other robots struggled. The noise levels of the robot were low and there were pleasant jingles to inform you that it was beginning and getting its work done.
The app was too simple and you had to change the modules every time you changed between mops and vacuuming. The app isn't able to store multiple maps, which could be a pain for homes that has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a great choice for those who want a 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 also has unique features that are worth a look. The X1 Omni's most appealing feature is its enormous dock which doubles as a charging base and the housing for two 4-liter water tanks, a sink for cleaning and the 2.5-liter dust bin that automatically eliminates.
The base has a couple of buttons for control, which allow you to manually start a cleaning task and then recall the robot or use the dock's auto-emptying procedure. Press two of the buttons to toggle a child lock, which is a nice feature for parents who are worried about their children playing with the vacuum.
Like other robotic vacuums, the Omni Omni uses its camera to identify furniture and obstacles in its path and eliminate them. Its True Mapping 2.0 navigation system maps your home 10 times faster than laser detection systems and is four times more accurate in recognizing objects.
Unfortunately this means that the X1 Omni will occasionally become so entangled with obstacles, like an electrical cord dangling across a rug--that it becomes stuck and stops working until you free it. While this was rare, it was a frustrating experience when it happened and especially because the X1 Omni doesn't have a "stuck" status alert in its application.
The X1 Omni isn't able to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming mode during cleaning. You'll need to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't that bad however, the mopping pad isn't washed or dried between uses. This can cause 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 dreamed up its modern, sleek base and mopping pad. It's a significant difference from the utilitarian black bases of rivals like Roborock or iRobot. And it's a welcome sight for the market that is dominated by boxy models.