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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 reviews and tests cleaning appliances, focusing on robot vacuums and mopping combos. Multitaskers are a great option for those looking to get rid of mopping off their to-do lists. Some have great mapping and obstacle avoidance. Others even wash and refill mopping pads themselves to ensure a hands-free clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model you need to select if you're looking for a robot vacuum cleaner that also mop. It's smaller than the other models on this list, making it easier to navigate into tight corners and underneath furniture. It has a 220-degree lidar that 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 vacuum. It packs a powerful 4600mAh battery that lasts for up to 170-minutes when mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it is able to run longer in turbo). It can even return to its dock to recharge its battery mid-clean.
It's extremely quick and does an excellent job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It is able to vacuum carpeted rooms quickly and hardwood floors in the living room, kitchen and hallways in just one motion. The suction motor's 8,000pa will quickly pick up sand, dirt, and pet hair. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects rugs, and the dual side brushes help to clean debris from corners.
The mopping performance, though still impressive, is not as good. The mop's rotating motor spins at a high speed and pushes down with 2.2lbs of force, easily scraping away dirt and staining. I've noticed that the front arms stick out a bit more than other robots, which can be helpful for getting into tight corners and along baseboards. The front arms can also be used to pick up larger pieces of debris, like books and broken toys.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mops and vacuums I've tried. It is quieter and doesn't produce more noise when mopping or vacuuming. The only downside is that the S1 Pro must use a specific cleaning solution to perform its mopping function and is separate from the automatic vacuum cleaner and mop. It's easy to install and is effective however, it's something you'll need to keep an eye on when you purchase this vacuum for the sole 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 choice for homeowners looking to purchase an extremely efficient, flexible and adaptable cleaning machine.
The device has 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 intelligently and methodically. This will ensure an efficient and consistent cleaning and is also fast.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad can reach a variety of surfaces. This includes corners, baseboards and other difficult to reach areas. They also come with a stretchy side brush that can extend to reach the floor close to walls and other fixtures. Additionally the mop pads can be cleaned and dried to prevent build-up and reduce the odors.
Another noteworthy feature is the app-based customization options. The Q Revo allows you to adjust the intensity of its suction and choose between a back-andforth or more randomized pattern. You can also alter the number of passes it must make, which will determine the speed at which the device can move through your home. You can also decide to turn off the side brush to avoid damaging carpets and rugs.
This device has a fairly expensive price tag, but it has a variety of innovative features. It is important to keep in mind, however, that the device will incur periodic costs in the form of mopping equipment and regular maintenance. For instance, a brushroll needs to be replaced every six to twelve months or after 300 hours. The filter will need to be cleaned after 150 hours and the mop pad needs to be replaced every one to three months.
This robotic vacuum cleaner has an excellent rating on Amazon and includes a broad variety of physical automation features. The robot vacuum also has an power button that doubles as a 'Clean' button' and a Home button that allows it to go home after cleaning. It also comes with a multi-functional dock that automatically empties the trash bin and refills its water tank for mopping and washes and dries its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be the ideal choice for busy professionals or anyone looking to keep their home tidy without spending too much time on chores. It's a top-performing device, smart navigation, and a long battery life that makes it simple to keep your home clean with little effort.
The Matrix Plus Robot Vacuums That Mop (Opensourcebridge.Science) vacuum is a two-in-one vacuum and mop. It is capable of vacuuming as well as mopping. The robot has two modules: a dry bin and water reservoir, and a separate mopping system with a microfiber pad that snaps into and out of the way. Separate modules for vacuuming and mopping might seem a bit outdated however, they mean that you don't need to worry about changing disposable bags or refueling the tank with water.
The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming as well as mopping. Its best automatic vacuum and mop feature is its accurate floorplan map, which it uses when cleaning. It was easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture, rugs and other obstacles. The app lets you create 'No-Go Zones' as well as virtual barriers to prevent certain areas from being cleaned by mopping.
We also discovered that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well in removing hair from pets. It was able to collect many of the hair that sheds from our cats. It even got into the nooks and crannies of our stairs, where other robots had struggled. Its noise levels were fairly low and there were nice jingles to let you know that it was beginning and getting its work done.
The app was too easy and you had to switch the modules every time you changed between vacuuming and mopping. The app isn't able to store multiple maps, which can be a hassle when you live in a house with multiple floors. The Matrix Plus is a good option for those who want an intelligent robot cleaner that is capable of mopping and vacuuming.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni is the most expensive robot vacuum that mops in our review, however it has some unique features that make it worth taking into consideration. The X1 Omni's most appealing feature is its huge dock which serves as the robot's charging base and the housing for two water tanks, a clean sink as well as the 2.5-liter dust bin that is automatically empties.
The base also has a number of buttons to control the system. These allow you to manually start a cleaning task, recall the robot, or run the dock's auto-emptying process. Hold down two buttons to toggle the child lock, which is a nice touch for parents worried about children playing with the vacuum.
Like other robotic vacuums the X1 Omni uses 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.
The X1 can be prone to become stuck if it is entangled in an obstacle, such as the power cable that is draped over a rug. It won't function until you remove it manually. This was a rare occurrence however it was frustrating because the X1 doesn't have a "stuck status" alert on its app.
Another possible issue is one of the biggest drawbacks is X1 Omni's inability to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming modes during a cleaning session. You'll need to manually switch between the two, which isn't too bad except for the fact that the mopping pads haven't been cleaned and dried between use, which can lead to mildew or mold.
On the positive side the X1 Omni is a beautiful-looking robot thanks to the design team at Jacob Jensen (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who dreamed up its modern and sleek base as well as mopping pad apparatus. It's a significant contrast to the basic black bases of competitors like Roborock or iRobot. And it's a welcome sight for the market that is dominated by boxes.
