Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst at Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.
He evaluates and tests cleaning equipment. His focus is on best robot hoover vacuums, and mopping combinations. Multitaskers can be ideal for those looking to eliminate mopping from their list of things to do. They feature impressive mapping and obstacle avoidance, and they can even wash and refill their mopping pads to ensure a hands-free clean.The Eufy S1 Pro
If you're looking for a robot vacuum that can also mop, this is the model you should go for. It's smaller than the other options which makes it easier to maneuver in tight corners or under furniture. It uses a 220 degree lidar, which when combined with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it some of the most effective navigation and object avoidance that I've ever seen in a robot vacuums uk vacuum. It has a hefty 4600mAh battery that can last for up to 170-minutes when mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it is able to run longer in turbo). It will even return to the dock to top up its battery part way through a clean.
It's extremely fast and does an excellent job cleaning my two-bedroom apartment. It vacuums the carpeted rooms extremely quickly and the hardwood floors in the kitchen, hallways, and living room in one go. Its 8,000pa suction motor will quickly pick up dirt, droppings, and pet hair. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects carpets, and the dual side brush assists in removing debris from corners.
The mopping performance, while still impressive, is not as good. The mop's rotating mechanism spins fast and makes use of 2.2lbs to clean dirt and stains. I've also noticed that the front arms protrude out slightly more than other robots, which is useful to get into tight corners and along baseboards. The same front arms can also be used to scoop up larger objects like books and broken toys.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mop and vacuums I've used. It is quieter and doesn't make 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's easy to install and is effective however, this is something you'll have to be aware of if you're buying this robot vacuum solely for the purpose of it mopping.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo stands apart from most robot vacuums that mops in its class. It comes with a wide array of features that make it a great option for homeowners looking for an extremely efficient, flexible, and customizable cleaning machine.
The device comes with an extremely powerful and impressive cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensors with an RGB camera to map the house and identify furniture and other obstacles. This information can be used to clean effectively and efficiently. This will ensure an even and thorough clean and is also rapid.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad is capable of reaching many surfaces. This includes baseboards, corners and other hard to reach spots. They also come with a stretchy side brush that can extend to reach the floor close to walls and other fixtures. The mop pads are washable and can be dried to eliminate odors and stop buildup.
App-based customization is yet another noteworthy feature. The Q Revo allows you to alter the strength of suction, and choose between a back-and-forth or slightly more randomized pattern. You can also alter the number of passes it will make, which will determine the speed at which the device can move through your home. You can also choose to disable the side brush to avoid damaging rugs and carpets.
The device has a expensive price tag, but it comes with a large selection of smart features. It is important to remember that the device will incur periodic costs in the form of mopping supplies as well as regular maintenance. For instance, the brushroll will need to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to 12 months. The filter is to be cleaned every 150 hours, and the mop pads must be replaced every one to three months.
The robot vacuum that mops is rated highly on Amazon and includes a broad range of physical automation features. The vacuum also has an energy button that doubles as a 'Clean button' as well as a 'Home button to send it back home after cleaning. It also comes with a multi-functional dock which automatically empty the trash bin, fills up its water tank and washes and drys its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
If you're a professional with a lot of work or someone who wants an organized home that doesn't require hours doing chores, the Shark Matrix Plus is a solid option. Its powerful performance, smart navigation and long battery life make it easy to maintain a clean home with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop which means it can handle mopping and vacuuming. The robot is divided into two components that include a dry bin as well as a water tank that can be easily snapped in and out and a mopping module that has an elastomer pad. Separate modules for mopping and vacuuming might seem a bit outdated however, they mean you don't have to worry about changing bags for disposables or refilling the water tank.
Our testers found that the Matrix Plus did a great job of vacuuming as well as mopping. Its greatest feature was its accurate floorplan that it uses to determine an outline for cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate easily between rugs, furniture, and other obstacles. The app also offers the option of setting "No-Go zones" and virtual barriers, which help to keep certain areas of your home from being scrubbed with a mop.
We also noticed that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well in picking up pet hair. It was able to collect the majority of hair our cats shed, and even found its way into the nooks and crevices of our stairs, where other robots struggled. The noise levels were low and there were nice jingles to signal that it was starting and working towards its goal.
The app was too easy and you had to alter the modules every time you changed between vacuuming and mopping. The app cannot keep multiple maps. This can be an issue if your home has several floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a ideal choice for people who are looking for a smart device that can mop and vacuum.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni is the most expensive robot vacuums That mop vacuum that mops in our review, but it also has distinctive features that are worth considering. The X1 Omni's most appealing feature is its massive dock which doubles as a charging base and housing for two 4 liter water tanks, a sink for cleaning, and an automatic 2.5-liter dust bin that is automatically empties.
The base comes with several control buttons, which allow you to manually start cleaning tasks and then recall the robot or run the dock’s auto-emptying procedure. Press two buttons to turn off the child lock. This is a nice feature for parents who are concerned about their children playing with the vacuum.
Like other robotic vacuums, the Omni Omni utilizes its camera to spot 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.
This can cause the X1 to get stuck if it gets caught in an obstacle like the power cable that is draped over a rug. It won't work until you untangle it manually. While it was not common however, it was a gruelling experience when it happened particularly since the X1 Omni doesn't come with an "stuck" status alert on its app.
The X1 Omni cannot automatically switch from mopping mode to vacuuming mode during a cleaning session. You'll have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't too bad but the mopping pad doesn't get washed or dried between uses. This could lead to mildew and mold.
The X1 Omni looks great, thanks to the Jacob Jensen design team (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who designed its sleek modern, contemporary base and mopping pad. It's a significant contrast to the utilitarian, all-black bases used by competitors like Roborock and iRobot and is a refreshing view in a market which is dominated by clunky, boxy units.