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 equipment. His main focus is mopping robots and vacuum combinations. Multitaskers can be a great option for those who are looking to get rid of mopping off their list of tasks. Some models have superior mapping capabilities and obstacle avoidance. Some wash and refill mopping pads themselves for a hands-free cleaning.
The Eufy S1 Pro
If you're looking for a robotic vacuum that can also mop, this is the model to go for. It is smaller than other options, making it easier to maneuver into tight spaces or under furniture. It comes with a 220 degree Lidar that, combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, gives it some of my favorite navigation and avoidance capabilities I've seen in a robotic vacuum. It's powered by a 4600mAh battery which can last up to 170 minutes if cleaning and sucking are set to standard mode. (It can run longer on turbo). It can even return to the dock to replenish its battery midway through cleaning.
It's quick and does an excellent job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It vacuums carpeted rooms extremely quickly and the hardwood floors in the kitchen, hallways, and living room in a single pass. Its 8,000pa motor is able to pick up dirt hair, pet hair, and even droppings easily. Carpet detection increases power automatically when it comes into contact with rugs, and the two side brushes help pull out debris from corners.
The mopping performance is less impressive, but not by a lot. The mop's rotating motor spins at a high velocity and pushes down with 2.2lbs of force, easily scraping away dirt and staining. I've noticed that the front arms protrude out a bit more than other robots, which is useful to maneuver around tight corners and on baseboards. The same front arms can also be used to scoop up larger debris like broken toys and books.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mops and vacuums I've used. It is quieter and doesn't produce as much noise when mopping or vacuuming. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it must utilize a specific mopping solution and is sold separately. It is easy to install, and it works well. However should you purchase this robot vacuum solely for mopping purposes you must be aware of this.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo is different from other robot vacuums in its class. It is a powerful machine for cleaning with a range of features.
The device is equipped with a powerful cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This allows it to map out the house, detect furniture and other obstacles. It can then use this information to clean methodically and efficiently. This will result in an efficient, consistent clean which is also relatively fast.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad can reach a variety of surfaces. This includes corners, baseboards and other difficult to reach places. They also have a flexible side brush that extends to the floor in close proximity to walls and other fixtures. The mop pads can also be washable and dry to remove odors and prevent buildup.
Another notable feature is the customizable options available via apps. The Q Revo allows you to alter the intensity of its suction, and choose between a back-and-forth or slightly more random patterns. You can also adjust the number of passes it must make, which will affect how quickly the device can traverse your home. You can also decide to disable the side brush to prevent damaging carpets and rugs.
This device has a fairly high price tag but has a variety of innovative features. However, it's important to note that it incurs regular costs, such as mopping equipment and maintenance. For example brushrolls need to be replaced every six to twelve months or after 300 hours. The filter is to be cleaned every 150 hrs, and the mop pads should be changed every three months.
The robot vacuum mop has an excellent Amazon rating and includes an array of physical automation features. The robot vacuum also has an energy button that doubles as the 'Clean button' and a Home button that allows it to go back home after cleaning. It also comes with a multi-functional dock that automatically emptys 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 the ideal choice for busy professionals or anyone looking to keep their home tidy without spending too much time on chores. It has powerful performance, smart navigation, and a long battery life that allows you to keep your home tidy with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop which means it is able to handle both vacuuming and mopping. It has two modules: a dry bin and reservoir of water, and a separate mopping system with a microfiber pad that snaps into and out of the way. It's not the most modern thing to have separate modules for mopping and vacuuming however it does mean you don't need to worry about changing the bags for disposables or refilling the tank of water.
The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming and mopping. Its best feature is its accurate floorplan map, which it uses when cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate between rugs, furniture, and other obstacles. The app also offers the option of setting "No-Go zones" as well as virtual barriers, which help to protect certain areas of your house from being swept with mop.
We also found that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well in removing pet hair. It was able capture the majority of hair our cats shed and even found its way into the nooks and crannies of our stairs, where other robots struggled. Its noise levels were fairly low, and there were some pleasant jingles to inform you that it was beginning and working towards its goal.
Its biggest drawbacks were its simplistic app and the need to change out the modules when switching between vacuuming and mopping. The app can't keep multiple maps. This could be a problem if your home has a variety of floors. budget robot vacuum Plus robot is a ideal choice for people who want a smart device that can mop and vacuum.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni is the most expensive robot vacuum that can be found in our review, but it has some unique features that make it worth considering. The X1 Omni is most well-known for its enormous dock that doubles as an charging base for the robot, a cleaning sink and two water tanks that are 4 liters in size. It also houses two bins: a 2.5-liter dust bin as well as the 2.5 milliliter dust bin.
The base also has a number of buttons to control the system. These allow you to start cleaning and then recall the robot or start the dock's auto-emptying process. Press two buttons to turn off the child lock. This is a wonderful feature for parents who are concerned about their children playing with the vacuum.
The Omni Omni like other robotic vacuums, uses its camera to spot obstacles and furniture that are 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.
Unfortunately this means that the X1 Omni could sometimes get so entangled with an obstacle--such as an electrical cord dangling across a rug, that it gets stuck and ceases to function until you remove it manually. While this was rare but it was a very frustrating experience when it happened particularly since the X1 Omni does not come with a "stuck" status alert in its application.
The X1 Omni isn't able to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming mode during the cleaning process. You will have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't that bad however, the mopping pad doesn't get cleaned or dried between use. This could lead to mildew and mold.
On the bright side, 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 and sleek base as well as mopping pad apparatus. It's a big departure from the utilitarian all-black bases of rivals such as Roborock or iRobot. And it's an impressive sight in a market dominated by clunky boxy models.