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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 focus is on mopping and robot vacuum combinations. These multitaskers are a great option for those who wish to cross mopping off the to-do list. They have impressive mapping capabilities and obstacles-avoiding capabilities, and some even wash and refill their own mopping pads to give themselves a hands-off clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model you should pick if you are looking for an automatic vacuum cleaner that can also mop. It's smaller than other models on this list, which makes it easier to maneuver in tight corners and under furniture. It has a 220 degree Lidar which, when combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, offers one of my top navigation and object avoidance capabilities I've seen in the form of a robotic vacuum. It packs a powerful 4600mAh battery which lasts up to 170-minutes when mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it can run longer in turbo). It will even return to the dock to replenish its battery midway through cleaning.
It's extremely fast and does an excellent job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It vacuums the carpeted areas extremely quickly, and hardwood floors in the kitchen, hallways, and living room in one go. Its 8,000pa motor is able to pick up dirt as well as pet hair and poop effortlessly. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects carpets, and the dual side brushes help to clean debris from corners.
The mopping efficiency, while still impressive, is not as effective. The mop rotates quickly and utilizes 2.2lbs to remove dirt and stains. I've noticed that the front arm extends out a little more than other robots. This is helpful in narrow corners or along baseboards. The same front arms can be used to clean larger objects, such as broken toys and fallen books.
Another nice feature is that the S1 Pro is one of the quietest robot vacuums and mop I've tried. It is quieter and doesn't create more noise when vacuuming or mopping. The only issue is that the S1 Pro must use a exclusive cleaning solution for its mopping function and is sold separately from the vacuum. It's easy to install and works well, but this is something you'll have to be aware of when you purchase this vacuum solely for the reason of mopping.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo stands apart from the majority of robot vacuums which mops in its class. It comes with a wide array of features that make it a great choice for homeowners who want a highly effective, versatile, and customizable cleaning machine.
The device has a powerful and impressive cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensors and an RGB camera to map the house and identify furniture and other obstacles. It then uses this information to clean efficiently and intelligently. This will result in an efficient, consistent clean that's also fairly fast.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad can reach many surfaces. They can reach corners, baseboards, and other hard-to-reach areas. They also come with a stretchy side brush that extends to the floor in close proximity to walls and other fixtures. Additionally, the mop pads can be cleaned and dried to prevent the build-up of dust and reduce odors.
Another notable feature is the customizable options available via apps. The Q Revo allows you to adjust the amount of suction and select between a back-and-forth or slightly more randomized pattern. You can also choose the number of passes which determines how fast it can move around your home. You can also choose to turn off the side brush to avoid damaging carpets and rugs.
The device has a expensive price, but has a variety of innovative features. It's important to keep in mind that it has regular costs in the form of mopping equipment and maintenance. For example, the brushroll will need to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to 12 months. The filter will need to be cleaned after 150 hours, and the mop pad needs to be replaced every three to six months.
This robotic vacuum cleaner has a high Amazon rating and includes a wide range of physical automation features. The robot vacuum also comes with a power button which doubles as a 'Clean button' and a 'Home' button to send it home after cleaning. It also comes with a multifunctional dock that automatically emptys the trash bin, fills up its water tank, and wash and dry its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be the ideal choice for busy professionals or anyone who needs to keep their home tidy without spending too much time on chores. It has powerful performance, intelligent 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 can handle mopping and vacuuming. The robot is divided into two modules that include a dry bin as well as a water tank that can be easily snapped in and out and a mopping unit that is equipped with microfiber pads. It's a little old-fashioned 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 as well as mopping. Its best feature is its precise floorplan map, which it utilizes when cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate around furniture, rugs and other obstacles. The app allows you to create 'No-Go Zones' or virtual barriers to prevent certain areas from being cleaned by mop.
The Matrix Plus also did a surprising job of picking up hair from pets. It was able to capture some of the hair our cats shed, and even got into the nooks and crannies of our stairs, where other robots struggled. It was fairly quiet and had some lovely jingles to signalled when it was beginning or finishing its work.
The biggest flaws were its simplistic app and the requirement to switch out the modules when switching between vacuuming and mopping. The app cannot keep multiple maps. robot vacuum cleaner cheap could be an issue if your home has several floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a excellent choice for those who want a smart device that can vacuum and mop.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni robot vacuum is the most expensive item in our review. However, it does have some unique features which are worth a look. The X1 Omni's biggest draw is its huge dock that serves as the robot's charging base as well as housing for two 4-liter water tanks, a cleaning sink as well as the 2.5-liter dust bin that automatically eliminates.
The base comes with a few control buttons that allow you to manually start a cleaning task or recall the robot, or use the dock's auto-emptying procedure. Press two buttons to turn off the child lock. This is a great feature for parents worried about their children playing with the vacuum.
The Omni Omni, like other robotic vacuums uses its camera to detect obstacles and furniture that are in its path. It will avoid them. Its True Mapping 2.0 navigation system will map your home 10 times faster than conventional laser detection systems and is four times more accurate in finding objects.
Unfortunately this means that the X1 Omni could sometimes get so entangled with an obstacle--such as the power cord that is draped across a rug that it becomes stuck and stops working until you free it. While this was rare however, it was a gruelling experience when it happened, especially since the X1 Omni doesn't come with an "stuck" status alert in its application.
Another potential downside is another issue is the X1 Omni's inability to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming modes during cleaning. You will have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't that bad but the mopping pad isn't washed or dried between uses. This can 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 came up with its modern and sleek base as well as mopping pad apparatus. It's a significant change from the utilitarian all-black bases used by competitors like Roborock and iRobot and is a refreshing view in a market that is dominated by bulky, boxy units.