Top Rated Robot Vacuums
A robot vacuum will keep your floors clean enough to decrease the frequency of hoovering manually. Choose a robot vacuum with good navigation, is able to clean corners and stairs, and that has large bins that needs to be cleaned out every now and then.
There are models that can mop and charge themselves This is an advantage essential for families with children or pets. A majority of the top performers in our tests have excellent obstacles to avoid.
1. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot EVO
The i3+ EVO is similar to its sibling, the i3 EVO. They differ only in that the i3+ has self-emptying capabilities. This makes the i3+ a great option for those who want an automated, hands-free cleaning experience, but don't mind taking the time to empty their robot's trash bin as it gets full.
Both robots are proficient at picking up surface dirt on hard floors and carpets, and they can easily navigate around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software creates a smart maps of your home that help the i3+ navigate and clean efficiently. The i3+ doesn't feature obstacle avoidance features like the i7+ or other top-rated robots we have test. It may be stuck on power cords and socks, and may have trouble navigating between different surfaces like rug and hardwood.
iRobot recommends clearing areas in which the i3+ EVO will vacuum prior to when you use it, which includes clearing out any toys or clutter it may encounter. Also, keep the dustbin and filter clean to prevent them from getting blocked. When the i3+'s internal bin is full or the battery is empty it will return to its docking station and automatically empties its debris into the station's external dustbin and then resumes cleaning where it started. Battery life is about an hour-and-a-half of continuous use. It takes 3 hours to fully charge.
2. IRobot Roomba i7+
The iRobot Roomba i7+ is the most powerful model in iRobot's flagship line, and it has the most up-to-date features. It has self-charging and self-navigating, but the most significant feature is its auto-emptying bin. This eliminates the need for regular maintenance.
The Roomba i7+ can remember up to 10 floor plans and their names with Imprint Smart Mapping, a system that lets it create maps of rooms so that it can clean them more efficiently. It also integrates with iRobot Home to schedule cleaning tasks, and you can direct your robot using the app or by voice.
In our tests the i7+ performed more agile and faster than our top choice, the eufy RoboVac G30, and it took large pieces of pet hair from all surface kinds, including carpeting. The biggest benefit over the eufy, though, is its self-emptying dustbin, which removes a major source of maintenance and reduces the cost of maintenance.
We were also amazed by the i7+'s integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant AI services, which we used to instruct the robot to start, stop or pause its cleaning sessions and to move around the room and vacuum the area. Connecting the i7+ to these services was easy and easy with the iRobot Home app. Once connected, to speak commands to the i7+, for example "Hey Alexa vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home app also provides options for managing the i7+'s settings and monitoring its performance.
3. Dyson Cyclone V10
This tiny Dyson model is a sports car in a world of vacuums powered by cordless that resemble minivans and buses. It's powerful and has features to replace a stand-up vacuum in most households however, it can also fit perfectly next to the table for a coffee or shelves where you can move it around like the magic device.
The V10 is powered by a 7-cell energy-dense Lithium-ion battery, which produces power that is not fading for 60 minutes. Its advanced whole-machine filter system captures allergens and expels clean air back into your home. The cleaning head is specially designed to drive stiff nylon bristles deep into carpets to trap large crumbs and fine dust. It has three suction modes that can be adapted to the specific task. It quickly converts from handheld vacuum to floor vacuum, and then back to floor.
This model has a dock which charges the Dyson to 100 percent in 3.5 hours. It also provides easy access to 2 attachments and the wand. This is a significant improvement over older Dysons, which take a long time to charge and are a pain to store.
The main issue with the V10 is its limited run time. robot floor cleaner marketing claims that it can last up to 60 minutes of run time are misleading as CR's tests show. This is a typical, not an exceptional, run time for a battery-powered cordless vac. It's enough time to sweep the average-sized home but not enough to get into every corner. (A second run generally works). This model has its own advantages however: it's light and more mobile than previous Dysons cordless models, and its vacuuming ability is noticeably superior on carpets with low pile.
4. iRobot Roomba 694
The 694 is a basic robotic vacuum that's a great option for those who don't have a lot of money to invest in an expensive robot. It's capable of sucking up all debris types and sizes during our testing, and it frequently goes over the same areas many times to ensure a thorough clean. Its flat front end helps it to reach into corners and along the edges of walls which is a nice addition.
Its navigation system is smart and uses iAdapt technology to stay clear of obstacles and navigate your home. However, it isn't equipped with the capabilities for mapping of more advanced models, including our top picks, the i3+EVO and the j7+ Series. This means that it can sometimes get stuck on things like phone cords and low furniture, and it often runs out of battery power before returning to its base.
The Xiaomi Mi robot is superior in many ways to the Roomba 694 in that it has fewer parts that require regular cleaning, comes with an allergen-trapping HEPA filtering system, incurs lower recurring cost and has more advanced automation abilities and is better able to maneuver itself. It also has a bigger dustbin and is charged faster.
The elegant RoboVac X8 is superior to the Roomba 694 for most reasons, since it has a longer battery life, can change the suction power mode by hand and comes with physical boundary strips, and can be operated by your phone's voice assistant. It's also more robust, has a larger motor, and performs better on floors with low pile and bare.
5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+
Samsung is a name is found on all kinds of electronic gadgets for your home It's no surprise that they're also one of the most reputable robotic vacuum and mop makers. Their Jet Bot AI+ is loaded with cutting-edge onboard intelligence tech for navigation and obstacles avoidance.
The app offers a wide range of options to customize your robotic cleaner. These include mopping levels, virtual barriers and behavior customizations docking frequency settings, and much more. It's easy to comprehend and is user-friendly, which is the case with other Samsung devices.
In our tests our tests, the Jet Bot AI+ excelled on hard floors and handled dog hair (on carpet) quite well, cleaning up 86% of it. However, it didn't do particularly well at avoiding taller objects like cords and socks which was a disappointment. It's priced higher than other models that we tested, and this could be a deal breaker for some shoppers.
The smart vacuum has an onboard camera that can be accessed through the app. You can also create a live stream from the robot's cleaning station. This feature lets you monitor your pets or kids when you're away from home. The filter and the dust bin can be washed to make cleanup quick and easy. The Jet Bot AI+ comes with self-emptying clean stations, which helps to keep the bin clean and maximizes suction power.
6. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum
Black and Decker robots are designed specifically for hard flooring. The robots come with an extra wide cleaning path, and dust bins that are 2X larger than the competition. This allows them to clean the area for a longer period of time. Plus, they include two side sweepers to clean around edges and corners. The POWERSERIES model includes AutoSense which adjusts the power level based on whether it is collecting surface dirt or embedded dirt. It also comes with a smart app that lets you see the virtual map, and control the functions and schedules. Additionally, you can track the battery's status and then return it to its dock to charge at the touch of a button. The app allows you to alter the LED lights on the top of the vacuum so that you can determine where it is focused or if it has gotten stuck.
The app allows you to manually steer the robot when needed. My living room rug for instance has a dark-colored border which could cause a problem for other robots. However the HRV 425BL continued to move across the border, but it didn't register it as an incline. Also, the ability to create the weekly cleaning schedule is a great time-saving convenience.