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 appliances, focusing on mopping and robot vacuum combos. Multitaskers can be ideal for those who are looking to remove mopping from their list of things to do. Some of them have excellent mapping and obstacles avoidance. Others even wash and refill mopping pads themselves for a hands-free clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
If you're looking to buy a robot vacuum that can also mop, this is the model you should go for. It's smaller than the other options which makes it easier to maneuver into tight corners or under furniture. It uses a 220 degree lidar that combined with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it some of the most effective navigation and obstacle avoidance I've ever seen in a robotic vacuum. It comes with a massive 4600mAh battery that lasts for up to 170-minutes if mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it is able to run longer in turbo). It can even return to its dock to replenish its battery 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 living room, kitchen and hallways with only one sweep. Its 8,000pa suction motor makes short work of picking up dirt, droppings, and pet hair. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects carpets and the dual side brush helps to remove debris from corners.
The mopping performance is less impressive, but not by a lot. The mop's rotating motor spins at a high speed and is pushed down with 2.2lbs of force, effortlessly cleaning up dirt and stains. I've noticed that the front arm extends out a bit more than other robots. This is helpful in narrow corners or on baseboards. The front arms can be used to clean larger objects, such as broken toys or books.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mops and vacuums I've tested. It is quieter and doesn't make as much noise when mopping or vacuuming. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it needs to use a proprietary mopping solution and is sold separately. It is simple to install, and it works well. However should you purchase this robot vacuum for mopping it is important to pay attention to this.
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 looking to purchase a highly effective, versatile and adaptable cleaning machine.
The device is equipped with a powerful cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This allows it to map out the house, identify furniture and other obstacles. It then uses this information to clean methodically and intelligently. This results in an effective, consistent cleaning that is also quite fast.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad can reach a variety of surfaces. This includes corners, baseboards and other hard to reach areas. They also have a flexible side brush that can extend to reach the floor close to walls and other fixtures. In addition the mop pads are able to be cleaned and dried to prevent the build-up of dust and reduce the odors.
Another noteworthy feature is the app-based customization options. Best robot vacuum cleaner UK allows you to adjust the suction intensity and choose a back-and forth or slightly random pattern. You can also set the number of passes it will make, which will determine how fast the device will move through your home. You can also choose to disable the side brush to prevent damaging carpets and rugs.
The device comes with a high price tag but has a variety of advanced features. It is important to keep in mind that the device is subject to recurring expenses in the form mopping supplies and regular maintenance. For example the brushroll has to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to 12 months. The filter will need to be cleaned after 150 hours and the mop pad must be replaced every three to six months.
The robot vacuum mop is a top Amazon rating and includes many physical automation features. robot vacuums best has a power button that doubles as a general 'Clean button, as well as a 'Home button that will take it back to its base station once it has completed the cleaning process. It also has a multifunctional dock that automatically empties the dustbin, refills its water tank for mopping and washes and dries its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be a good choice for busy professionals or anyone who wants to keep their home tidy without spending too much time doing chores. Its powerful performance, smart navigation and long battery life make it easy to maintain a clean home with little effort.
The Matrix Plus is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop that is, it can do mopping and vacuuming. The robot is divided into two parts, a dry bin and water tank that can be easily snapped in and out and a mopping module which is equipped with microfiber pads. It's not the most modern thing to have separate modules for vacuuming and mopping but it does mean that you don't have to fret about changing the bags for disposables or refilling the tank with water.
The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming and mopping. Its greatest feature was its precise floorplan, which it uses to determine a route when cleaning. It was easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture, rugs and other obstacles. The app lets you create 'No-Go Zones' or virtual barriers that prevent certain areas from being cleaned by mop.
The Matrix Plus also did a amazing job of picking up pet hair. It was able to collect the majority of hair that our cats shed and even was able to get into the nooks and crannys of our stairs which other robots struggled. It was relatively silent and also had a few pleasant jingles that indicated when it was starting or finished its work.
The app was too basic and you had to change the modules each time you changed between vacuuming and mopping. The app doesn't have the capacity to contain multiple maps, which could be a problem if you have a home that has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a ideal choice for people who are looking for a smart device that can mop and vacuum.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni robot vacuum is the most expensive of our review. It does however, have certain unique features that are worth a look. 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 4-liter water tanks. It also houses the 2.5-liter dust bin and a 2.5 dust bin that is 2.5 liters.
The base also comes with a set of buttons to control the system. These let you manually start cleaning, recall the robot, or use the dock's automatic emptying process. Press two buttons to switch off the child lock. This is a wonderful feature for parents who are concerned about their children messing around with the vacuum.
The Omni Omni, like other robotic vacuums, utilizes its camera to spot obstacles and furniture 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.
This can cause the X1 to get stuck if it is entangled in a blockage like a power cable tangled over a rug. It will not work until you untangle it manually. This was a rare occurrence, but frustrating nonetheless, since the X1 does not have an "stuck status" alert in its application.
Another possible issue is one of the biggest drawbacks is X1 Omni's inability to automatically switch between vacuuming and mopping modes during cleaning. You'll need to manually swap between the two, which isn't an issue aside from the fact that the mopping pads aren't washed and dried between uses, which can lead to mildew or mold.
On the positive 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 a welcome sight for the market that is dominated by boxes.