The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst at Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.
He tests and evaluates cleaning equipment, with a focus on robot vacuums and mopping combos. These multitaskers can be ideal for those looking to remove mopping from their list of things to do. Some of them have excellent mapping capabilities and obstacles avoidance. Some even wash and refill mopping pads themselves to ensure a hands-free clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model you should choose if you want an automatic vacuum cleaner that can also mop. It is smaller than other options and makes it easier to maneuver in tight corners or under furniture. It features a 220-degree Lidar that, when combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, offers some of the best navigation and object avoidance capabilities I've seen in the form of a robotic vacuum. It has a 4600mAh battery that can last up to 170 minutes if mopping and sucking are set to standard mode. (It can be more efficient when using turbo). It can even return to its dock to recharge its battery during the cleaning.
It's very quick and does an excellent job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It vacuums the carpeted areas extremely quickly, and the hardwood floors in the living room, and hallways in one go. Its suction motor of 8,000pa is quick at picking up dirt, droppings, and pet hair. Carpet detection increases power automatically when it encounters rugs and the dual side brushes help pull out dirt from corners.
The mopping performance, though still impressive, isn't as good. The rotating mop spins fast and uses 2.2lbs to remove dirt and stain. I've noticed that the front arms extend out a bit more than other robots, which can be helpful to get into tight corners and on baseboards. The front arms can also be used to sweep larger objects, such as broken toys and books.
Another nice feature is that the S1 Pro is one of the quietest robot vacuums and mops I've tried. It is quieter and doesn't produce more noise when mopping or vacuuming. robot cleaner is that the S1 Pro must use a proprietary cleaning solution for mopping, and is sold separately from the vacuum. It's simple to set up and performs well however, this is something that 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 is different from other robot vacuums in its class. It is a powerful machine for cleaning with a range of features.
The device comes with a powerful and impressive cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensors with an RGB camera to map the house and locate furniture and other obstacles. This information can be used to clean efficiently and methodically. This ensures an efficient and consistent cleaning and is also rapid.
In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads can be used to reach many different surfaces. These include corners and baseboards as well as other hard-to-reach spots. They also come with a stretchy side brush that can extend to the floor in close proximity to walls and other fixtures. In addition the mop pads are able to be cleaned and dried to avoid build-up and lessen the smell.
Another feature worth mentioning is the customizable options available via apps. The Q Revo allows you to adjust the amount of suction, and choose between a back-andforth or more random patterns. You can also adjust the number of passes it will make, which will affect how quickly the device can traverse your home. You can also disable the side brush in order to prevent damage to carpets and rug.
It's expensive, but it comes with a lot of smart features. It's important to keep in mind that it has recurring costs in the form of mopping equipment and maintenance. For example, a brushroll needs to be replaced every six to twelve months or after 300 hours. The filter is to be cleaned every 150 hours, and mop pads should be replaced every one to three month.
The robot vacuum that mops has an excellent rating on Amazon and offers a wide range of physical automation features. It has an energy button that can also function as a general 'Clean' button and a 'Home button that will take it back to its base station after completing its cleaning session. It also comes with a multi-functional dock which automatically empty the dustbin, refills its water tank, and wash and dry its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be the ideal option for busy professionals or anyone looking to keep their home neat without spending too much time doing chores. It's a top-performing device, smart navigation, and a long battery life that makes it easy to keep your home clean with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop that is, it can do mopping and vacuuming. It has two modules: a dry bin and water reservoir and a separate mopping module with a microfiber pad that snaps into and out of the way. It's not the most modern thing to have separate modules for mopping and vacuuming however it does mean that you don't have to fret about changing out disposable bags or refilling the tank of water.
The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming and mopping. Its best feature is its precise floorplan map, which it uses when cleaning. This made it easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture, rugs and other obstacles. The app lets you create 'No-Go Zones' or virtual barriers to prevent certain areas from being cleaned by mop.
We also found that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well in removing hair of pets. It was able capture many of the hair shed by our cats, and even made it into the nooks and crannies on our stairs, where other robots struggled. The noise levels were low, and there were some pleasant jingles to inform you that it was beginning and getting its work done.
The app was too basic and you had to alter the modules each time you changed between mops and vacuuming. The app is not able to store multiple maps. This can be an issue if your home has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a ideal choice for people who want a smart device that can vacuum and mop.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni is the most expensive robot vacuum that can be found in our test, but it also has distinct features that are worth a look. The X1 Omni is most well-known for its huge dock that serves as an charging base for the robot, a cleaning sink and two 4-liter water tanks. It also houses the 2.5-liter dustbin and the 2.5 milliliter dust bin.
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 switch off the child lock. This is a nice feature for parents who are worried about their kids messing around with the vacuum.
Similar to other robotic vacuums, the Omni Omni uses its camera to detect 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 when it gets caught in a blockage, such as a power cable draped over a rug. It will not work until you manually untangle it. While it was not common but it was a very frustrating experience when it happened particularly since the X1 Omni doesn't have an "stuck" status alert in its application.
Another issue that could be a problem is another issue is the X1 Omni's inability to automatically change between vacuuming and mopping modes during cleaning. You'll need to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't that bad, except that the mopping pad isn't washed or dried between uses. This can cause 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, sleek base and mopping pad apparatus. It's a big contrast to the utilitarian, all-black bases used by competitors like Roborock and iRobot, and a welcome view in a market that is dominated by clunky boxy models.