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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Robot vacuums can save you time and effort when it comes to cleaning. The top models do a great job at removing dust and other small particles and allow you to designate no-go zones in pet areas or power cords.

The ones that are more expensive can even sweep your floors but they aren't able to climb up the stairs. Choose models that have intelligent mapping, real-time hazard avoidance, and spacious self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The top 10 robot vacuum cleaner robots we've tested that we have tested are effective and user-friendly, and able to cope with the everyday messes. You'll also want a robot that can take on stairs and has good pick-up power on carpets. And, if you're looking for extra features, you might be interested in a robot with smart mapping technology or an app that lets you control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau, a contributing shopping writer for PEOPLE and a product reviewer who has tried dozens robotic vacuums, is recognized for her testing of dozens of robot vacuums. She's a big fan of robot vacuums that provide the greatest convenience, including self-emptying dustbins and charging docks that automatically empty and fill water tanks for mopping robots. She also loves robots that recognize landmarks, such as furniture legs and power cables so they won't trip up when climbing the stairs.

This Black and Decker robot has a lower score for navigation and less object-avoidance tech than the top-rated models. It does however have a large dustbin that doesn't need regular emptying and has a lengthy battery life. It also comes with a feature which allows you to schedule cleaning sessions, and return to where it was last. This makes it easier to take care of larger areas. This model is a great option for pet owners, because it will prevent the tangles of fur and food particles.

In our tests, we found that the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combined the LIDAR (light) sensor that can map rooms and detect obstacles by using a structured-light sensor to identify objects as well as detect edges. It is able to avoid liquid droplets, stairs, and furniture legs easily with this combination. It also has the ability to save up to four floor plans for future use. It can pause and resume the cleaning process at any time, so you can continue to do chores while it does. The app includes an interactive 3D model of your home, with room labels as well as advanced cleaning options.

Although this robot isn't able to clean as well as our top-rated models, it is superior in removing small particles like baking soda and sand and heavier items, such as orzo pasta and metal screws. The only drawback is that it can't mop and has a less effective navigation system.

Best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, pick an automatic vacuum that has a high score for rug and carpet ability to maneuver and pick up. Many models do a decent job of picking up dust embedded in low-pile carpet and some are capable of sweeping up heavier debris like orzo pasta, metal screws and pet hair. They aren't able to pick up small particles like an upright or canister, and they may be unable to pick up dirt close to thresholds or baseboards.

The Best Self Cleaning Vacuum option for carpeted homes is a two-in-one robot vacuum/mop, which lets you swap in the cleaning bin as well as a damp mopping pad. The Roborock Q Revo is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum/mop that can clean and mop at the same time with circular pads that spin at 200 revolutions per minute. It recognizes and raises its pads when they come into contact with carpets, preventing the flooring from becoming wet. You don't need to remove them or replace them every time. The Q Revo is also more efficient than other robot vacuums and mops in avoiding obstacles and getting close to rugs and thresholds.

Another solid option is the iRobot Roomba Combo i5, which was a great performer in our tests and can be scheduled via the app to clean when you're away from home. It can also be set to only mop and we were impressed by its remarkable navigation on rug and floor surfaces as well as its ability to go over and up onto furniture. The Combo i5 also has a very long run time and great path planning for a device of this size.

If you want a more advanced model, look into the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum & Mop. It has a huge charging dock that can last for several weeks without having to be emptying and has impressive navigation skills and auto-emptying on bare floors and carpets. It also has a smart robot vacuums-mapping feature and can be programmed to be operational during certain times of the day (a useful feature that can keep mischievous kids and dextrous pets from running it amuck). The Shark isn't as powerful as other mop/robot combinations however, it does pick hair and pet hair with a high degree of accuracy. It's also the highest price of our top picks.

Ideal for Hard Floors

Robot vacuums are the best option for hardwood floors since they are able to easily maneuver around obstacles and not damage the floor's surface. They are capable of picking up dust and crumbs, however they are unable to deal with pet hair and other larger particles. They lack the suction power of an upright or a top-quality canister vacuum, which makes them unsuitable for deep cleaning upholstery or carpeted areas.

The most effective robots are those that come with two-in-one features, combining a vacuum with a mop to complete the job in one step. Choose a model that has an onboard sensor that detects changes in the floor texture and adjust suction accordingly. The ECOVACS DEEBOT T9+ for instance, comes with this feature and can move effortlessly from hard to soft carpeting.

If you have a lot of hardwood flooring in your home, you might want to consider a robot mop and vacuum combination like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model is a powerful robotic vacuum that has intelligent navigation to clean hardwood and other hard surfaces, and it can mop as well. The sensors help it avoid staircases and other hazards, so you don't have to worry about the bot plummeting down the stairs and breaking your hardwood.

When it comes to mop pads the eufy S1 Pro is designed to actually wash hardwood floors with downward pressure, rather than wipe them to remove light dust and dirt. Its reusable pads reduce waste and help to spread less germs. They can also be cleaned at docking stations to help save time. The mop pads can also be dried, washed, and used again.

The robovac is controlled via your smartphone, making it easier to use. For instance you can use the app to set up a zone that the vacuum cannot enter or label rooms separately, or schedule cleaning sessions for certain areas. The eufy S1 Pro also has an auto-emptying dock, which collects debris through a trapdoor and puts it in a disposable or bagless bin, which means you don't need to manually empty the bin like you do with other models.

Best for Small Spaces

As the name suggests the robots are best to be used in small spaces. They have smaller bins that contain less debris, and they're more efficient than the larger models in navigating tight corners. They can also be tucked under furniture, where larger robots are unable to reach. They are also less expensive than the more expensive models, but you'll have to empty their dirt compartments manually at the end each automated cleaning session.

A couple of years ago, robotic vacuums underwent a major transformation when manufacturers started adding sensors to help them navigate and avoid household objects that their conventional sensors would be stuck on or over. This improved the number of times that our testers were required to clean up after a robot incident.

However, the new sensors haven't solved all of these machines' problems. The cheapest models are still struggling with the same issues that the older models faced and, in addition, they need a certain amount of illumination to see where they're going. Look into one that has a spinning LIDAR unit that is mounted on top to create maps of the space. Our best overall model and the runners-up use this. This allows them to work in darkness and avoid obstacles like stairs.

These models can also be programmed to only utilize their cliff sensors when they are on or near the ground, and not when they are above it. You'll still want to shield any mirrors that could interfere with this function however, because the laser used by a LIDAR-based model can bounce off reflective surfaces, causing the robot to think it's in a different room.

A few of the models we recommend let you create virtual no-go areas for areas you don't wish the robot to visit. This can be helpful when you have pets or children who are small. These features aren't included on all of the models we test and recommend that you read our full reviews of the models below before you make a purchase.