Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.
He tests and evaluates cleaning equipment, with a focus on robot vacuums and mopping combos. These multitaskers are an excellent choice for those who want to get mopping off their to-do list. They are equipped with impressive mapping capabilities and obstacle avoidance, and some wash and refill their own mopping pads for a hands-off clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
If you're looking to buy a robot vacuum that also mop, this is the model you should go for. It's smaller than the other models which makes it more maneuverable in tight corners or under furniture. It uses a 220 degree lidar, which when 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 autonomous vacuum. It has a 4600mAh battery that can last up to 170 minutes when mopping and sucking are set to standard mode. (It can be more efficient when using turbo). It can even return to the dock to replenish its battery halfway through a clean.
It's very efficient and does a great job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It cleans the carpeted rooms incredibly quickly and the hardwood floors in the kitchen, hallways, and living room in a single sweep. The motor's 8,000pa power allows it to clean dirt hair, pet hair, and poop with ease. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects carpets, and the dual side brushes help to clean debris from corners.
The mopping performance, while still impressive, is not as impressive. The mop rotates at a high speed and is pushed down with 2.2lbs of force, effortlessly scraping away dirt and staining. I've noticed that the front arm extends out a little more than other robots that vacuum and mop. This is helpful in narrow corners or on baseboards. The front arms can also be used to scoop up larger debris like broken toys and books.
Another great feature is that the S1 Pro is one of the quietest robot vacuums and mop I've ever used. It is quieter and doesn't produce as much noise when vacuuming or mopping. The only issue is that the S1 Pro must use a specific cleaning solution to perform mopping, and is sold separately from the vacuum. It is easy to install and works well. However when you purchase this Robot Vacuums That Mop vacuum for mopping purposes, you will need to pay attention to this.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo stands apart from most robot vacuums that mops in its class. It has a robust suite of features that make it an ideal option for homeowners looking for a highly effective, versatile and adaptable cleaning machine.
The device is equipped with an extremely powerful and impressive cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensors and an RGB camera to map the home and locate furniture and other obstacles. It can then use this information to clean efficiently and effectively. This ensures an even and thorough clean, while also being relatively quick.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad is capable of reaching many surfaces. This includes baseboards, corners and other hard to reach areas. They also come with a stretchy side brush that can extend to reach the floor near walls and other fixtures. The mop pads are also washable and can be dried to remove odors and prevent buildup.
Another notable feature is the customizable options available via apps. The Q Revo lets you alter the suction level and select an back-and-forth or random pattern. You can also choose the number of passes which will determine how quickly it can move around your home. You can also choose to disable the side brush to avoid damaging rugs and carpets.
This device has a fairly expensive price tag, but it comes with a large selection of smart features. It is important to remember that the device incurs regular expenses, such as mopping supplies and regular maintenance. For instance, a brushroll needs to be replaced every six to twelve months or after 300 hours. The filter is recommended to be cleaned after 150 hours, and mop pads should be replaced every one to three months.
The robot vacuum uk vacuum mop has an excellent Amazon rating and includes an array of physical automation features. These include a power button that serves as a general "Clean' button and a 'Home' button that will send it back to its base station once it has completed its cleaning session. It also has a multifunctional dock that automatically empties the dustbin, refills its water tank to mop and washes and dries its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be the ideal option for busy professionals or anyone who needs to keep their home clean without spending too much time doing chores. Its powerful performance, intelligent navigation and long battery life make it simple to keep a clean home with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a 2-in-1 vacuum and mop. It can do both mopping and vacuuming. The robot is divided into two components that include a dry bin as well as a water tank that can be snapped in and out and a mopping module that is equipped with an elastomer pad. Separate modules for vacuuming and mopping might seem a bit outdated but they're a good thing because you don't have to worry about changing bags for disposables or refilling the water tank.
Our test participants discovered that the Matrix Plus did a great job at both vacuuming and mopping. Its most impressive feature is its accurate floorplan map, which it employs when cleaning. This made it a breeze for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture rug, furniture and other obstacles. The app also gives you the option of setting 'No-Go zones' and virtual barriers that help to shield certain areas of your house from being swept with mop.
The Matrix Plus also did a surprising job of picking up pet hair. It was able to capture many of the hair our cats shed, and even got into the nooks and crannies on our stairs, where other robots had struggled. It was silent and also had a few pleasant jingles that let you know when it was about to start or finished its work.
The app was too simple and you had to switch the modules each time you switched between vacuuming and mops. The app can't keep multiple maps. This can be an issue if your home has multiple floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a excellent choice for those who are looking for a smart device that can vacuum and mop.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni is the most expensive robotic vacuum that is able to mop in our test, but it comes with some distinct features that make it worth taking into consideration. The X1 Omni is most well-known for its enormous dock that doubles as a charging base for the robot, a sink for cleaning and two water tanks of 4 liters. It also houses two bins: a 2.5-liter dust bin and the 2.5 dust bin that is 2.5 liters.
The base also has a number of buttons to control the system. These let you manually start cleaning, recall the robot, or run the dock's auto-emptying process. Press two of the buttons to toggle a child lock, which is a nice option for parents concerned about children playing with the vacuum.
Like other robotic vacuums the X1 Omni utilizes its camera to identify furniture and obstacles in its path and 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 an obstacle, such as a power cable draped over a rug. It won't work until you untangle it manually. This was a rare incident however, it was a bit frustrating since the X1 does not have an "stuck status" alert on its app.
The X1 Omni cannot automatically switch from mopping to vacuuming mode during the cleaning process. You'll have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't too bad but the mopping pad isn't washed or dried between uses. This could lead to mildew and mold.
The X1 Omni looks great, thanks to the Jacob Jensen design team (of Bang & Olufsen fame), who created its sleek modern, contemporary base and mopping pad. It's a big difference from the utilitarian black bases of rivals such as Roborock or iRobot. It's also an impressive sight in the market that is dominated by boxes.