The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst for Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.
He evaluates and tests cleaning equipment. His main focus is robot vacuums, and mopping combinations. These multitaskers are an excellent option for those who wish to take mopping off their to-do list. They feature impressive mapping capabilities and obstacles-avoiding capabilities, and some even wash and refill their own mopping pads to ensure a hands-free clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model to choose if you want an automatic vacuum cleaner that can also mop. It is smaller than other options and makes it easier to maneuver in tight corners or under furniture. It has a 220-degree lidar that combined with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it some of the most effective navigation and obstacle avoidance I've ever seen in a robot vacuum. It packs a powerful 4600mAh battery which lasts up to 170-minutes if mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it is able to run longer in turbo). It can even return to the dock to replenish its battery midway through a clean.
It's quick and does a great job of cleaning my two-bedroom apartment. It can vacuum carpeted rooms fast and hardwood floors in the kitchen, living room and hallways in just one sweep. The suction motor's 8,000pa is quick at picking up sand, dirt, and pet hair. Carpet detection increases power automatically when it comes in contact with carpets and the two side brushes help pull away debris from corners.
The mopping efficiency is less impressive, but not by much. The rotating mop spins fast and makes use of 2.2lbs to scrub dirt and stain. I've also noticed that the front arms extend out a bit more than other robots, which can be helpful to get into tight corners and along baseboards. The front arms can be used to sweep up larger debris, like broken toys or books.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mop and vacuums I've tried. It doesn't make the same volume of sound when mopping or vacuuming and is much quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The only downside is that the S1 Pro must use a exclusive cleaning solution for its mopping function and is separate from the vacuum. It's easy to install and works well however it's something you'll need to be aware of when you purchase this vacuum solely for the purpose of it mopping.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo is different from other robot vacuums in its class. It is equipped with a broad array of features that make it an ideal choice for homeowners looking to purchase an extremely efficient, flexible and ad-hoc cleaning machine.
The device has a powerful and impressive cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensors and an RGB camera to map your home and detect furniture and other obstacles. It can then use this information to clean methodically and intelligently. This will result in a thorough, consistent clean that's also fairly fast.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad is capable of reaching many surfaces. These include corners, baseboards, and other hard-to-reach areas. They also have a stretchy side brush that can be extended to reach the floor close to walls and other fixtures. The mop pads are also washable and dry to remove odors and prevent buildup.
App-based customization is a different interesting feature. The Q Revo lets you alter the suction strength and select a back-and forth or slightly random pattern. You can also choose the number of passes which will determine the speed at which it can move around your home. You can also disable the side brush in order to avoid damaging carpets and rug.
The device has a expensive price tag, but it comes with a large selection of innovative features. It's crucial to note that it incurs regular costs, such as mopping equipment and maintenance. For example the brushroll should be replaced every six to 12 months or after 300 hours. The filter must be cleaned after 150 hours, and the mop pad should be replaced every three to six months.
This robotic vacuum cleaner is a top Amazon rating and includes a wide range of physical automation features. The robot vacuum also has an energy button that doubles as the 'Clean button' and a Home' button to send it back home after cleaning. It also comes with a multifunctional dock that automatically empty the trash bin, fills up its water tank, and wash and drys its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be the ideal option for busy professionals or anyone looking to keep their home tidy without spending too much time on chores. It has powerful performance, intelligent navigation, and long battery life that allows you to keep your home tidy with little effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a 2-in-1 mop and vacuum. It is capable of vacuuming as well as mopping. The robot comes with two modules: a combined dry bin and water reservoir, and a separate mopping module with microfiber pads that snap into and out of the way. It's not the most modern thing to have separate modules for mopping and vacuuming but it does mean you don't have to worry about changing the bags for disposables or refilling the tank with water.
The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming as well as mopping. Its greatest feature was its precise floorplan, which it uses to create a route when cleaning. This made it a breeze for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture, rugs 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 a mop.
The Matrix Plus also did a remarkable job at picking up hair of pets. It was able to capture many of the hair that sheds from our cats. It even got into some of the nooks and crannies on our stairs, where other robots have struggled. It was silent and also had a few pleasant jingles that indicated when it was beginning or completing its task.
Its main drawbacks were its simple app and the requirement to switch out the modules when switching between vacuuming and mopping. The app can't store multiple maps, which can be a problem for homes that has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus is a good option for those who want a smart robot that is capable of mopping and vacuuming.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni is the most expensive robot vacuum that can be found in our test, but it also has unique features that make it worth a look. The X1 Omni's most appealing feature is its huge dock that doubles as the robot's charging base and housing for two 4 liter water tanks, a cleaning sink, and an automatic 2.5-liter dust bin that is automatically emptys.
The base also has a number of control buttons that allow you to manually start a cleaning task or recall the robot or run the dock's auto-emptying process. Hold down two buttons to switch on the child lock which is a great touch for parents worried about kids tinkering with the vacuum.
Similar to other robotic vacuums, the Omni Omni uses its camera to detect furniture and obstacles in its path, and then avoid 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 will occasionally become so entangled with obstacles, like a power cord draped across a rug, that it gets stuck and stops working until you manually free it. This is a rare event however it was frustrating because the X1 doesn't have an "stuck status" alert on its app.
Another issue that could be a problem is the X1 Omni's inability to automatically change between vacuuming and mopping modes during a cleaning session. You'll need to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't that bad but mopping pads don't get cleaned or dried between uses. This can cause mildew and mold.
On the positive side, the X1 Omni is a beautiful-looking robot thanks to the design team at Jacob Jensen (of Bang &