7 Little Changes That'll Make The Biggest Difference In Your Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner And Mop

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7 Little Changes That'll Make The Biggest Difference In Your Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner And Mop

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If you're looking to tidy up messes quickly then a robot vacuum and mop is the way to go. The best robot vacuums and mops I've tested come with top-quality mapping and navigation, picking up Cheerios wires, tangled wires and fake dog turds with out leaving them behind.

They're also easy to use with an application that lets you plan cleaning tasks and track what they're doing.

1. Roborock S8 maxV Ultra

The Roborock S8 MaxV is the best robot mop and vacuum. It has the latest features. This premium vacuum is quick and agile, and it picked up pet hair and human dander almost flawlessly in our Debris Pickup Test. It comes with a sleek application interface that includes a mini-map of your home, as well as buttons on the screen to allow manual control.

Another noteworthy characteristic of the S8 is its ability to alter its cleaning mode according to the amount of dirt it encounters thanks to its Dirt Detection technology. It will wash its mopping pads more frequently when it encounters dust. Carpeted areas get priority for mopping using a damp mopping pad.

It comes with a range of other innovative features also, including an alternative dock that connects to your plumbing to clean and wash the mop roller, without having refilling it manually. With the built-in voice assistant of the S8 you can make use of voice commands to control room cleaning modes and the ability to control granular settings using only your voice.

2. Yeedi Cube

The Yeedi Cube offers a variety of options for those seeking a hands-free robot vacuum that can also mop. It's one of many combination robot vacuums that have mops that are also available at a lower cost than other models.

Like all robovacs, the Yeedi Cube requires a little bit of work to get started, including setting up an account with the app of the manufacturer and connecting it to your WiFi network. Once that's done the robot can begin mopping and vacuuming with ease.

It's important to note that the mapping process may take some time, and the Yeedi Cube may need a couple of attempts before it can get an accurate image of your space. The object detection is also not perfect. It was able to skirt around furniture and other obstacles but it was stuck on a rug with tassels, and needed to turn to release itself. But these are minor flaws and the Yeedi Cube is still a great option for those who want an all-in-one cleaner.

3. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo Complete

The Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo Complete delivers a three-in-one home cleaning solution. Its advanced mopping uses a rotating motion that is similar to hand scrubbing. This results in floors being cleaned, not just being swept. The detachable stick vacuum is a game changer that enables you to get into places that robot vacuums can't.

The model is basically the same as the popular X2 Omni, but with an increased suction power of 8700Pa and some additional intelligent features. The RGBD sensor upgrade can learn your home's environment and provide the ability to avoid obstacles in a dynamic manner. The smart app allows you to modify a range of settings including AI cleaning and virtual boundaries.

The X2 Combo is also self-prepping by having both the robot vacuum as well as the mop returning to their charging base after each task to wash their pads and empty their dust bins and then place the debris in bags that self-seal. This keeps the system tidy and prevents allergens recirculating. The battery longevity is sufficient to handle large spaces without the need for a recharge during cleaning.

4. Eufy S1 Pro

As one of the top-quality robot vacuums and mop models that are available, the Eufy S1 Pro offers impressive features for its price. It has powerful 8,000 Pa suction, a moving floor brush for carpets, and a fantastic obstacle avoidance. It also has an innovative mopping system which utilizes a continuous roller doused with water to pull dirt and place it in the dirty water tank.

Its navigation technology was effective and was able to navigate close to walls without crashing and avoiding steps. It was unable to handle small particles and did not always clear the thresholds in rooms. Its operating noise level is also quite high, which suggests it could be less of a set-and-forget model than some.

As with most robotic vacuums and mop cleaners, the S1 Pro comes with a docking station that lets you refill its clean water as well as empty its dustbin and mop pad, as well as wash and dry its mop.  robot vacuum reviews  makes maintenance easier and lets the S1 Pro spend more time cleaning floors according to an established schedule. You can control all of its functions via the Eufy app. It provides a clear overview and plenty of configurability.

5. Freo X Ultra

The Freo X Ultra is one of the best robot mowers available, and it provides impressive mixed vacuuming and mopping performance. The LIDAR mapping sensors can recognize furniture legs, obstacles, and other obstacles with decent precision. The app allows users to fine-tune the coverage of the map, create no-go zones and alter the cleaning preferences. The Freo's brush is designed to stop hair from wrapping itself around it. This is a major problem with many robotic vacuums.

The Mop Mode also impresses, with Reuleaux triangular mop heads spinning at 180 RPM and apply up to 12N downward pressure. The mopping system incorporates intelligent carpet detectors, which lift the pads up when they are close to soft surfaces in order to avoid contamination.

The docking station functions as an automated maintenance center that is able to wash and dry the mops and refills them with detergent and distillate water. The base station also comes with integrated dust processing that compacts dust for seven weeks of hassle-free operation unlike conventional robot vacuums that empty their dust bins each time they have to be empty.

6. S10

A few hundred dollars more than the S8 and this robot does a bang-up job at keeping my home office tidy and is able to take on the corners of my tight apartment. It uses laser mapping and camera to create a 3D model of your home so it knows what to stay clear of. It also has a detector for objects and obstructions that can avoid things like dog bowls and toys (but not the poop) unlike most vacuums.

Other great features include a self emptying dustbin, a mop that is self-washing, adjustable for water temperature and an extended side-reaching brush that is able to reach areas that other mops cannot reach. You can also set up cleaning schedules within the app and adjust settings for every room in your home.

It comes with the same multi-room smart mapping that is found in the S8 and can differentiate between laminate and carpets, with high-pile carpets. It can also avoid cleaning rooms that aren't dirty if you're looking to save time. If you have several types of flooring options in your home and don't want to spend additional money for a Roborock that has advanced mapping features it is a great option.

7. Q5 Pro

If you're looking for a versatile robot vacuum and mop that is able to handle both regular daily maintenance as well as touch-ups to wet messes, this robot is a good choice. It comes with a variety of features such as a self-emptying dustbin as well as a dock that can be used for refilling water, and customizable settings via the app. It's extremely quiet and easily moves around furniture legs or socks. However, it can't pick up knotted rug tassels, and its battery drains slightly quicker than other models in our tests.


With a price tag of less than $250, the Q5 Pro is a bargain-friendly device that packs powerful suction and a handy automation into a sleek. It didn't perform as well as the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra in our tests of vacuuming, but overall it did very well. It also offers a selection of cleaning options to suit your needs, ranging from the low-power 'Quiet' mode for light debris to the more powerful 'Turbo' mode for rooms with carpet. It can even remove and reconnect the mop pads, without getting your carpets soaked.

8. K10 Plus

The K10 Plus is an excellent robot mop and vacuum cleaner that can be used even in small spaces. It's quick and quiet, and it can navigate tight spaces efficiently. It's also excellent in removing pet hair from carpets.

It's smaller than most of its rivals, but it doesn't sacrifice features. It has decent suction power and can be set to take pictures of each object it picks (i.e. chew toys, socks), and mark them in the app as "not located' so that they won't be taken up in subsequent cleanings. Its photos are encrypted and are not tied to your account.

It is great at vacuuming, but it's not so well in mopping. It uses disposable wipes that are clipped onto the bottom of the bot and drags them across the floor. Compare this to the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra or Narwhal which have water reservoirs and will automatically wash and attach their mophead.