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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

A robot vacuum can save you lots of time and hassle when it comes to regular touch-ups. Top performers do a good job at removing dust and light debris, and most allow you to designate no-go zones in pet areas or power cords.

The higher-end models even sweep your floors--though they still can't climb stairs. Find models with smart mapping, real time hazards avoidance, and large self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The best robots that we have tested are effective and user-friendly, and able to keep up with the everyday messes. You'll also need a robot that can take on stairs and has good pick-up power on carpets. If you want a robot that has additional features, you should consider one that comes with smart mapping technology or an app that allows you to control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing shopping writer and product reviewer at PEOPLE who has tried numerous robotic vacuum cleaners vacuums. She prefers robovacs that have the most features such as those with self-emptying bins and charging stations that automatically empty and fill water tanks for mopping robotic vacuums. She also likes robots that can recognize landmarks such as furniture legs and power cables, so they won't get tripped up when climbing steps.

In comparison with the top-rated models this Black and Decker vacuum has less object-avoidance technology and its score for navigation is lower. However, it does have a large dustbin that doesn't require frequent emptying and a long battery life. It also has the ability to schedule cleaning sessions and then return to the place it was last. This makes it easier for you to clean larger homes. This model is also a great option for pet owners as it is able to identify and eliminate hair tangled and fallen food particles.

In our tests, we discovered that the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combined the LIDAR (light) sensor that can identify obstacles and map rooms using a structured-light sensor that can detect objects and detect edges. The combination lets it avoid stairs, droplets of liquid, and furniture legs easily and save up to four floor maps to be used in the future for references. It is able to stop and restart cleaning at any time, meaning that you can continue doing chores while it works. The app provides the 3D image of your home with room labels as well as advanced cleaning options.

This Robot Vacuum cleaner best is not as good at cleaning like our top models, but it excels at picking up heavier items like orzo pasta, metal screws and fine debris such as sand. Its only downsides are that it cannot mop and its navigation system is a little less impressive.

The best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, pick one that has a high score for carpet and rug maneuverability and pickup. Many models are good at collecting dust from low-pile carpets, robot vacuum cleaner best and some can be quite effective in sweeping up heavier debris such as orzo pasta and screws made of metal. However, they aren't able to pick up small particles as well as an upright or canister vacuum and can not pick up dirt that is ground-in close to thresholds and baseboards.

The best option for carpeted homes is a two-in-one robot vacuum/mop, which allows you to swap out the cleaning bin as well as a damp mopping pad. The Roborock Q Revo, for instance, vacuums and a wet mop with circular pads that spin at 200 rotations per minute. It detects and lifts its pads when it comes in contact with carpet, which prevents the flooring from becoming wet. It is not necessary to remove them or replace them every time. The Q Revo is also superior to other robot vacuum/mops at avoiding obstacles, getting close to rugs and thresholds, and avoiding obstacles.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another solid option. It was a great performer in our tests and you can program it to clean your home while you are away. It can be set up to only mop. We loved its navigation on floors that are not bare and carpets. The Combo i5 also has a very long run time and excellent path planning for such a small device.

If you're looking for a high-tech vacuum that is high-tech, the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop is a fantastic option. It comes with a huge dock that can last for weeks without needing to be empty. It also has amazing navigation and auto-emptying capabilities on carpets and floors with no floor. It also has an intelligent mapping system that can be programmed to only be operational during certain times of the day (a handy feature for keeping children and pets who are prone to mischief from causing havoc). The Shark has less suction power than other mop/robot combos but it's efficient in removing hair and pet hair and is the best value among our top picks.

The best choice for hardwood floors

Robot vacuums are the ideal option for hardwood floors since they are able to easily maneuver around obstacles and not damage bare surfaces. They are excellent at picking up dust and crumbs, but they struggle with pet hair or other debris. They lack the suction of an upright or a top-quality canister vacuum, which makes them a poor choice for deep cleaning upholstery or carpeted areas.

The most effective robots are two-in-one, which combine mop and vacuum to complete the task in one go. If you have floors that are mixed, look for models with an onboard sensor that detects any changes in floor texture and adjusts suction accordingly. This feature is available on the ECOVACS Deebot T9+ and allows it to move seamlessly from hard carpeting to soft carpeting.

If you have lots of hardwood floors in your home, you may want to consider a robot mop and vacuum combination like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model features an efficient automatic hoover robot vacuum with intelligent navigation to clean hardwood and other hard surfaces, plus it can mop as well. The sensors help it avoid stairs and other hazards so you don't have to worry about the robot falling down the stairs and damaging your hardwood.

The eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to clean hardwood floors by applying downward pressure, instead of simply swab them to get rid of dust and dirt. The mop pads are reusable, which reduce the amount of waste and reduce the spread of germs, and can be cleaned in the docking station, saving your time. They are also able to be dried, washed, and reused.

Both the robovac as well as the mop are both controlled by your smartphone to make it easier to manage the device. For instance, you can, use the app to create no-go zones that the vacuum won't enter, label different rooms, or plan specific cleaning times. The Eufy S1 Pro also has an auto-emptying dock that sucks debris through a trapdoor, and puts it in a disposable or bagless bin, so you don't have to manually empty the bin as often as you do with other models.

Best for Small Spaces

These robots are made to work in small spaces. They have smaller bins that can store less garbage. They are also more efficient when it comes to maneuvering around tight corners than larger models. They can also be tucked under furniture, where the larger robots struggle to get in. They tend to be cheaper than the more expensive models, as well, but you'll have to manually empty their dirt compartments at the end of each cleaning session.

A few years ago, robot floor cleaner vacuums went through significant changes. Manufacturers began adding sensors that allowed them to navigate around and avoid household items that traditional sensors might get stuck on or run across. These advances reduced the number of times our testers had to clean up after a robotic snag whether it was an electrical cord, toy or pet waste.

The new sensors haven't eliminated all the issues with these devices however. The lower-end models are not able to traverse the same obstacles as older models, and require a certain level of light to be able to see where they're moving. Look into a model that uses a spinning LIDAR unit placed on top of the model to create maps of the area. Our top overall model and the runners-up have this feature. This lets them work in the dark and avoid obstacles such as stairs.

The models can also be programmed to only use their cliff sensors when they are in or near the ground, but not when they are above it. It's essential to cover mirrors in order to stop this from happening. The lasers used by the LIDAR-based models could bounce off reflective surfaces, which makes the robot believe it's in a different room.

A few of the models we recommend allow you to create virtual no-go zones to protect areas where you do not want the robot go, which can be beneficial if you have small children or pets. Those features aren't available on all the models we test and recommend that you go through our complete reviews of the choices below prior to making a purchase.