Best Automatic Vacuum Cleaner Robots
Robot vacuums make use of navigation tools like sensors, lasers and cameras to map your space to clean efficiently and avoid obstacles. Some of them even self-empty their mop and dustbins!
The majority of them connect to apps or digital voice assistants to allow hands-free cleaning. Certain models include features like automatic docks and boundary strips to reduce your work.
- Roborock S8 maxV Ultra
Roborock's top-of-the-line robot vacuum cleaner does not fail to impress. It offers more advanced features than previous models, but the real benefit is its ability to effectively clean your home for you. It can detect the types of flooring and stains and also no-go areas. It does this using cameras and smart maps to evaluate its surroundings. This helps it to figure out what to do and when which means you don't need to push a button continuously or set different modes.
Like all Roborock vacuums, it can also mop. This is a fantastic addition to the Roborock range because it makes the robovac even better. The mop head can also be changed into scrub mode to remove harder dirt. Another bonus feature is that the robovac is able to overcome small thresholds of step due to its front-mounted sensor and a rotating FlexiArm.
It's simple to use, with a simple app allowing you to set rooms for it to clean and customize settings. Its voice assistant, Rocky, is very responsive and responds to commands clearly. It can repeat a list of specific commands or to end an ongoing task. It also works with Alexa and Google Assistant, and Matter-certified to integrate with Apple HomeKit.
The S8 maxV ultra has a battery of 5,200mAh and can be used for up to 180 mins before returning to the dock. The battery is automatically emptied and cleaned at the end every run. This reduces the time for charging.
- Dreame X40
The Dreame X40 Ultra is a powerful cleaning machine that is at the top of its class when it comes to mopping and vacuuming. This robot vacuum has a powerful suction, innovative features, and is pet-friendly. It's an excellent choice for busy families. Its advanced navigation, obstacle avoidance, and customizable options make it one of the top robot vacuum cleaners available on the market.
This robot vacuum uses a RGB camera to map out its surroundings and identify obstacles with artificial intelligence. This helps prevent it from sucking up your cat's toy or a cable lying on the floor and damaging your floors. This feature lets you mark specific areas the robot should not clean.
Dreame X40 also excels in mows and sweeps, thanks to an innovative dual brush system that eliminates dirt from the corners of your room. It can even clean baseboards, which makes it an excellent option for those with kids and pets. This vacuum is easy to use and set up, with an app that gives a variety customization options.
This vacuum also has a self-cleaning base that automatically empties the trash bin and fills the tank with cleaning solution and saves your time. The robot vacuum can clean up to 308 sq m in the time of 198 minutes. It will also return to its dock automatically to charge and allows you to effortlessly take it back to where it was when it left. Furthermore it is compatible with Alexa, Siri, and Google Home, allowing you to control it by voice. Download the Dreame X40 App on iOS or Android to customize your cleaning routine.
- Eufy X10
The Eufy X10 offers a wide variety of features for an affordable price. It can perform everything you'd expect to have a robot mop and vacuum to do at a reasonable price.
This model does an impressive job of handling floor cleaning tasks with ease, from sweeping to mopping and even dusting. Its base station is a slightly larger than other models and requires 50cm of space either side and 150cm front, but for those who have the space it's able to provide a completely hands-free clean.
The intelligent navigation technology of the X10 is able monitor the layout and design of your home. It stores the data in its internal memory, without ever sending it to the cloud. Combining AI See with iPath laser mapping technology, the X10 is able to efficiently keep track of room layouts and optimize cleaning routes for effectiveness and efficiency.
The X10's intelligent object recognition system also works well and allows the robot to easily identify and avoid hazards such as power cords. It can be programmed to clean and recharge the battery on a regular basis, which is an excellent touch. However, I noticed that the X10 can get stuck on some thicker rug, and then crash loudly over them, and sometimes pushing its front brush into them.
Overall, this is a top-notch robot vacuum and mop, but it's let down by a somewhat confusing application. As opposed to the iRobot app, which holds your hand through the process of setting up your robot and instructing you how to use it but the Eufy Clean app leaves you to work things out on your own. It's still a great choice however, and provides plenty of customizability for those who want to make the most out of its features.
- SwitchBot S10
The SwitchBot S10 is a full-fledged vacuum cleaner and mop robot, which gives the best of both worlds to cleaning your home. It is equipped with unique design and structure that allows it to gather dust and supply mopping water within the same machine.
It's fitted with all the usual sensors found on top-of-the-line robot vacuums to create a map of your household in real-time, while avoiding obstacles, and recognizing different types of carpets as well as hard flooring. A front-facing AI-capable camera included, making it easier to navigate your home and find nooks that are otherwise inaccessible for robotic vacuums in general.
This robot's powerhouse features a high-powered suction motor that is capable of removing dirt, pet hair, and other debris from carpeting and hard floors. It can also be customized in the app to suit your specific needs, with specific cleaning routines, adjustments to mopping and vacuuming power and real-time notifications of its status.
The mop is extremely effective. It has a RevoRoll roller that applies 10N of pressure to any floor, and a RinseSync cleaning system that cleans itself automatically when it moves through your home. This helps keep the mop clean while it collects dirt and prevents it from spreading throughout your home.
The S10's battery is not as long-lasting as its competitors and could require recharging halfway throughout the year when you live in a big house. It is also extremely loud when operating, and it may not be suitable for use in locations where quiet is required. However, it is an excellent value for the price. The SwitchBot S10 is an item that stands out from the rest because of its sleek, modern design.
- K10 Plus
The K10 Plus is a new version of Switchbot's Mini robot vacuum. This latest version is a combination of an anti-tangle rubber brush, Advanced Position Sensitive Detector (PSD) sensor, and upgraded suction power that can reach up to 3000Pa to offer superior corner coverage and overall cleaning.
The K10 Plus uses SLAM navigation which is a simple application and a thorough cleaning process. The PSD sensor and rotary brush work together to move around furniture. The four-stage cleaning process is a consolidated method that collects cleans, lifts and sweeps debris from carpets and floors. The dustbin is self-emptying and you don't need to worry about it being emptying frequently.
The app can also be used to mark off areas of the room that you want the device to stay clear of like pet toys or power cords. This is a feature typical of robotic vacuums. It's helpful when certain areas of your home require more attention.
You can set the K10 Plus to return to its base station every 60, 75 or 90 minutes to automatically empty its dust bin. This is an enormous improvement over other robots that have to be returned regularly and manually empty and emptied manually, which could save you time.
In my tests, I noticed that the K10 Plus' battery life was exceptional. It lasted for 110 minutes in one run that's more than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential's 127 minutes.
The K10 Plus is a compact device that can easily be placed under furniture or in small spaces. It connects to Wi-Fi and supports Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri shortcuts. It integrates with IFTTT, Samsung SmartThings and IFTTT. The app tracks the use of its accessories, such as the filter, side brushes and dust bag, letting you know when it's time to replace them.