5 Top Robot Vacuum Projects That Work For Any Budget

Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

Robots aren't so good in removing debris like screws made of metal or chunks of pasta. However, they are great at brushing away pet hair, dust and dust. The most effective models come with intelligent navigation technology and a feature to avoid objects that help them maneuver around toys, cords and other household obstacles.

1. iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO is a fantastic robot vacuum that comes with a range of innovative features that make it more easy to maintain than other models. Its automatic bin emptying is one of the most convenient features we've seen on the form of a robot and it's compatible with hard floors as well as carpets. It's also easy to set up and use with the app that guides you step-by-step through the process. Its ability to resume where it left off during our tests is another impressive feature. It could do this for 77 minute on one cleaning, and then the battery ran out.

In contrast to other robovacs we've evaluated, the i3+ EVO has self-emptying bins that dump debris into an external dirt compartment on its charging base when it's full. This makes it easier to maintain the unit and also helps prevent the i3+ EVO from overfilling, but it still requires manually cleaned after each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO dust bin can hold 2.4L, which will last for four to five cleaning sessions.

Like the i7model, this model is equipped with state-of-the-art floor tracking sensors to create maps and navigate in neat rows. The i3+ EVO can only store one map, whereas the i7 is able to store multiple. The i7's map can be used to create virtual barriers and no-go zones, but not the i3+ EVO.

While the i3+ EVO is superior in removing dirt and debris from surfaces than the other robovacs we reviewed but it's not the best when it comes to cleaning corners and edges. It's also less gentle on furniture, despite being fairly quiet. It was quite rough on furniture, since it moved chairs away. It also caused collisions with the sides of the test bed.

2. Black & Decker Pro Q5

If you're looking to expand your collection of robot vacuums or just starting out, the Q5 Pro is a great choice. It offers a sleek design with a powerful navigation system, as well as efficient automation at a low cost. It's the best value for the money on the market at the moment, and it even matches the Roborock models that are more expensive in many ways.

This robot does a fantastic job of cleaning floors with no dust and its avoidance technology helps it steer clear of furniture legs and other obstacles. It also does well on carpets, and earns the highest score on our tests on navigation. The only issue is that it's noisier than many other models we test and doesn't perform similarly in our user satisfaction or predicted reliability tests.

The Q5 Pro comes with a large dust bin of 770ml, which means that you won't need to empty it as often as other 2-in-1 robots. The Q5 Pro's 240-minute run time is also impressive when compared to other 2-in-1 robots we have tested. When the battery is low, it returns automatically to its dock where it recharges and resumes cleaning where it left off. You can control the Q5 Pro using the app or voice commands via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

This is one of the first robots we've seen incorporate 3D mapping. This along with other advances made it perform extremely well in our tests for vacuuming and mopping test. You can schedule cleanings or set up no-go zones. You can also view the status of your battery. The app is simple to use, but it isn't compatible with Apple HomeKit. The feature is scheduled to be added in 2025. As of November 1, Apple has updated a footnote on its website to note that this feature is delayed until 2025. A few other robots aren't compatible with HomeKit, but many of them are compatible with Siri Shortcuts.

3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus

The Tapo RV30 Plus TP-Link robot robotic vacuum cleaner commercial cleaner is a great option if you're searching for a vacuum that can mop as well and is affordable. It features a sleek design and amazing features for the price. You can control the device using different buttons on the machine or via the app and even use voice commands. The device has a long battery life and the vacuum container can be automatically empty.

The TP-Link RV30 Plus is a excellent vacuum cleaner that can handle standard messy messes. It can also be used to gently mop on hard floors. It comes with a replacement mopping cloth and sweeping brush and an HEPA filter. It can be connected to smart hubs such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to provide voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus can be easily set up and connected to various floor surfaces by using the automatic mode. This guarantees that the best results are achieved for each room and type of floor.

Three cleaning modes are available to meet your needs. The vacuuming mode uses the smart vacuum sensor for detection of obstacles, such as stairs, furniture edges, and stairs. The mopping mode can be used to sweep the floor in a systematic manner or to get rid of staining and liquid spills. You can combine both functions to get the most thorough and thorough cleaning.

The TP-Link RV30 Plus comes with a powerful suction, 3 settings for dry mopping, and can swiftly remove dust, pet hairs, crumbs, and other debris from floors of any type. It can also clean carpets without damaging them due to specially designed mop.

During the first mapping run the TP-Link RV30 Plus scans and stores the layout of your home using its LiDAR and Gyro dual navigation system. You can modify the map using the app and split or merge rooms according to your preferences. You can also create virtual walls and no-go zones to prevent the RV30 Plus from straying into areas you don't want.

4. Eufy iMop

The Eufy iMop robot vacuum bot and mop is one of best robot vacuum fully-featured machines for flooring made of hard wood. It features a high-tech mapping system that maps your home even across multiple floors. The well-designed base station nearly completely automates the cleaning process. It offers excellent obstacle avoidance and navigation.

The model is equipped with an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to map out your home and devise efficient cleaning routes. The iMop received high marks for its navigation and coverage. It also did an excellent job in avoiding obstacles like furniture. It also finds its way back to the base station in case it is unable to recharge its batteries during a cleaning session.

It also has a spot cleaning mode that allows you to mop or clean a specific part of your floor. It can also be programmed manually to follow a certain direction. This is great if you have narrow hallways or stairs. It was capable of cleaning carpets in our carpet cleaning evaluation however, it had trouble with higher pile carpets and rug. It is also able to automatically lift the mop pad when it comes in contact with carpet. This is a fantastic feature to not mop your carpets.

The iMop features an onboard dust bin as well as a water tank which it fills and refills at the end of each cleaning session. The dust bin onboard can hold up to 2.5 liters and only needs to be emptied every two cleaning cycles. The water tank can handle half a dozen mopping session before it is empty. The iMop is much easier to clean and maintain than a typical robot cleaner, and can be a major benefit for busy households.

The iMop smartphone app is simple to use and has a lot of configuration options. It offers multiple suction settings as well as mopping settings, and scheduling. It also lets you create virtual walls and no-go zones, to ensure that the robot doesn't wander into areas that aren't safe for it. Additionally, the app gives you access to your iMop's status as well as error messages.