The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst for Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.
He tests and evaluates cleaning equipment, focusing on robot vacuums and mopping combos. Multitaskers can be an excellent choice for those who are looking to eliminate mopping from their to-do lists. They feature impressive mapping and obstacle avoidance, and some wash and refill their mopping pads for a hands-off clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
If you're looking to buy a robot vacuum that can also mop, this is the model to look for. It's smaller than other models and makes it easier to maneuver into tight corners or under furniture. It has a 220 degree Lidar that, combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, provides some of my favorite navigation and object avoidance capabilities I've seen in a robotic vacuum. It comes with a massive 4600mAh battery that can last for up to 170-minutes if mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it can last longer in turbo). It can even return to the dock to top up its battery midway through a clean.
It's extremely fast and does an excellent job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It vacuums carpeted rooms incredibly quickly and the hardwood floors in the kitchen, living room, and hallways in a single pass. The suction motor's 8,000pa makes short work of picking up dirt, droppings, and pet hair. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects rugs and the double side brush helps to remove debris from corners.
The mopping performance, while still impressive, isn't as good. The rotating mop spins fast and makes use of 2.2lbs to scrub dirt and stains. I've noticed that the front arm sticks out a bit more than other robots. This is useful in tight corners or on baseboards. The same front arms can also be used to pick up larger objects like broken toys and books.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mop and vacuums I've used. It doesn't produce as loud of a sound when mopping or vacuuming and is quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The only issue is that the S1 Pro must use a specific cleaning solution to perform mopping and is separate from the vacuum. It is simple to install and performs well. However, if you are buying this robot vacuum solely to mop you must be aware of this.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo stands apart from the majority of robot vacuums that mop in its class. It is a powerful cleaner with a range of features.
The device is equipped with a powerful cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This enables it to map out the home and find furniture and other obstacles. This information can be used to clean efficiently and efficiently. This will ensure an even and thorough clean, while also being relatively fast.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad can reach many surfaces. This includes corners, baseboards and other hard to reach spots. They also come with a stretchy side brush that can be extended to reach the floor close to walls and other fixtures. Additionally the mop pads are able to be cleaned and dried to avoid build-up and lessen the odors.
Another notable feature is the customizable options available via apps. The Q Revo lets you adjust the intensity of its suction and select between a back-and-forth or slightly more randomized pattern. You can also set the number of passes it will make, which will determine how quickly the device can move through your home. You can even choose to disable the side brush to prevent damaging carpets and rugs.
The device has a expensive price tag, but it is packed with a wide array of advanced features. However, it's important to remember that it carries periodic costs in the form of mopping equipment and maintenance. For example, a brushroll needs to be replaced every six to 12 months or after 300 hours. The filter must be cleaned after 150 hours, and the mop pad should be replaced every one to three months.
This robot vacuum mop has a high Amazon rating and comes with a wide range of physical automation features. The robot vacuum also has an power button that doubles as a 'Clean' button' as well as a 'Home' button to send it back home after cleaning. It also has a multifunctional dock that automatically emptys the dustbin and refills its water tank to mop and washes and dries its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
If you're a professional with a lot of work or someone who wants a cleaner home without spending much time doing chores, the Shark Matrix Plus is a excellent option. Its powerful performance, intelligent navigation and long battery life allow you to keep a clean home with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a two-in-one vacuum and mop. It is capable of vacuuming as well as mopping. The robot comes with two modules: a combined dry bin and water reservoir, and a separate mopping system with a microfiber pad that snaps in and out of place. It's a little old-fashioned to have separate modules for vacuuming and mopping however it does mean that 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 and mopping. Its best feature is its accurate floorplan map, which it uses when cleaning. It was easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture carpets, 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 collecting hair of pets. It was able capture a lot of the hair sheds from our cats. It even got into some of the nooks and crannies on our stairs, where other robots had struggled. The noise levels were low, and there were some lovely jingles that inform you that it was in the process of getting its work done.
Its biggest drawbacks were its simple app and the requirement to switch between the modules to switch between mopping and vacuuming. The app isn't able to contain multiple maps, which could be a pain if you have a home that has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a excellent choice for those who want a 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 has certain unique features that make it worth looking into. The X1 Omni is notable for its massive dock that serves as a charging base for the robot, a cleaning sink and two water tanks that are 4 liters in size. It also houses a 2.5-liter dustbin and the 2.5 liter dust bin.
autonomous vacuum comes with a couple of buttons for control that allow you to manually start a cleaning task and then recall the robot or run the dock's automatic emptying procedure. Hold down two buttons to switch off the child lock. This is a wonderful feature for parents who are worried about their children messing around with the vacuum.
The Omni Omni like other robotic vacuums, utilizes its camera to detect furniture and obstacles in its path. It will stay clear of them. Its True Mapping 2.0 navigation system can map your home 10 times faster than conventional laser detection systems and is four times more accurate in recognising objects.
Unfortunately this means that the X1 Omni will occasionally get caught up in an obstacle--such as an electrical cord dangling across a rug, that it gets stuck and ceases to function until you free it. This is a rare event however it was frustrating because the X1 doesn't have an "stuck status" alert in its app.
The X1 Omni cannot automatically switch from mopping mode to vacuuming mode during cleaning. You'll have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't that bad however, mopping pads don't get cleaned or dried between uses. This can cause mildew and 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 came up with its sleek, modern-looking base and mopping pad apparatus. It's a big difference from the utilitarian black bases of rivals like Roborock or iRobot. It's also an impressive sight in the market that is dominated by boxy models.