Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.
He reviews and tests cleaning equipment, with a focus on mopping and robot autonomous vacuum combos. These multitaskers are an excellent option for those looking to get mopping off their to-do list. Some of them have excellent mapping and obstacle avoidance. Others even wash and refill mopping pads for a hands-free cleaning.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model you need to select if you're looking for an automatic vacuum cleaner that can also mop. It's smaller than the other models on this list making it easier to maneuver through tight corners and under furniture. It features a 220 degree lidar, which when combined with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it some of the best navigation and obstacle avoidance I've ever seen in a robotic vacuum. It's got a battery of 4600mAh which can last up to 170 minutes when mopping and sucking is set to standard mode. (It can run longer on turbo). It will even return to its dock to recharge its battery during the cleaning.
It's very efficient and does a great job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It cleans the carpeted areas extremely quickly, and the hardwood floors in the living room, and hallways in a single pass. Its motor of 8,000pa is able to remove dirt hair, pet hair, and droppings easily. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects carpets, and the dual side brush assists in removing debris from corners.
The mopping performance, though still impressive, isn't as effective. The rotating mop spins fast and makes use of 2.2lbs to remove dirt and stain. I've noticed that the front arm extends out a little more than other robots. This is helpful when getting into difficult corners or along baseboards. The same front arms can be employed to clean larger pieces of debris, such as broken toys and fallen books.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mops and vacuums I've tried. It is quieter and doesn't create as much noise when mopping or vacuuming. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it has to utilize a specific mopping solution and is sold separately. It is easy to set up, and it works well. However, if you are buying this robot vacuum cleaner best vacuum 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 equipped with a broad array of features that make it an ideal choice for homeowners looking to purchase a highly effective, versatile and ad-hoc cleaning machine.
The device comes with a powerful cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This enables it to map out the home and detect furniture and other obstacles. It can then use this information to clean efficiently and effectively. This will ensure a thorough and consistent clean, while also being relatively fast.
In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads are capable of reaching a wide range of surfaces. This includes baseboards, corners and other difficult to reach spots. The side brush can be stretched out to reach the floor close to the walls and other fixtures. In addition, the mop pads can be cleaned and dried to prevent the build-up of dust and reduce odors.
App-based customization is a different interesting feature. The Q Revo allows you to adjust the suction strength and select either a back-and-forth or a random pattern. You can also set the number of passes it should make, which will affect the speed at which the device can traverse your home. You can also decide to turn off the side brush to prevent damaging carpets and rugs.
This device has a fairly high price tag but has a variety of innovative features. It is important to keep in mind, however, that the device incurs recurring expenses in the form mopping equipment and regular maintenance. For example the brushroll should be replaced every six to twelve months or after 300 hours. The filter should be cleaned after 150 hours and the mop pad must be replaced every three to six months.
This robotic vacuum cleaner is a top Amazon rating and comes with many physical automation features. These include an energy button that can also function as a general 'Clean button, as well as a 'Home button that sends it back to its base station after completing the cleaning process. It also comes with a multifunctional dock that automatically emptys the dustbin, refills its water tank, and cleans and drys its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be a good choice for busy professionals or anyone who needs to keep their home clean without spending too much time doing chores. It has powerful performance, smart navigation, and a long battery life that makes it simple to keep your home clean with little effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a two-in-one mop and vacuum. It is able to perform mopping and vacuuming. The robot is divided into two modules which include a dry bin and water tank that can be easily snapped in and out and a mopping module that has a microfiber pad. It's a little old-fashioned to have separate modules for vacuuming and mopping however it does mean that you don't have to fret about changing disposable bags or refilling the tank of water.
Our test subjects found that the Matrix Plus did a great job of vacuuming as well as mopping. Its most impressive feature was its precise floorplan that it uses to determine the path to follow when cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate through rugs, furniture and other obstacles. The app allows you to create 'No-Go Zones' or virtual barriers that prevent certain areas from being cleaned by mop.
The Matrix Plus also did a surprising job of collecting pet hair. It was able capture an enormous amount of hair that our cats shed, and even found its way into the nooks and crevices of our stairs while other robots struggled. It was quiet and had some pleasant jingles that let you know when it was starting or finished its work.
The biggest flaws were its simple app and the necessity to change out the modules when switching between mopping and vacuuming. The app doesn't have the capacity to contain multiple maps, which could be a pain for homes with multiple floors. The Matrix Plus robot vacuum cleaner uk is a excellent choice for those who are looking for a smart device that can mop and vacuum.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni robot vacuum is the most expensive item in our review. However, it does have certain unique features that are worth a look. The X1 Omni is most notable for its huge dock that serves as a charging base for the robot vacuum with mop, a sink for cleaning and two water tanks of 4 liters. It also houses the 2.5-liter dust bin and the 2.5 milliliter dust bin.
The base has a few control buttons, which allow you to manually start cleaning tasks, recall the robot or run the dock’s auto-emptying procedure. Hold down two buttons to toggle the child lock, which is a nice touch for parents worried about children playing with the vacuum.
The X1 Omni, like other robotic vacuums uses its camera to identify 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 laser detection systems and is four times more accurate at finding objects.
The X1 can be prone to become stuck if it gets entangled in an obstacle like a power cable tangled over a rug. It won't work until you remove it manually. Although this is not a common occurrence however, it was a gruelling experience when it did happen, especially since the X1 Omni doesn't have a "stuck" status alert in its app.
Another possible issue is the X1 Omni's inability to automatically change between vacuuming and mopping modes during a cleaning session. You will need to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't too bad aside from the fact that the mopping pads aren't washed and dried between uses which could 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 conceptualized its modern and sleek base as well as mopping pad. It's a big contrast to the basic black bases of rivals such as Roborock or iRobot. It's also an excellent choice for the market that is dominated by boxy units.