Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at good robot vacuum Housekeeping.
He evaluates and tests cleaning appliances. His focus is on mopping and robot vacuum combinations. These multitaskers can be an excellent choice for those looking to get rid of mopping off their list of things to do. They have impressive mapping and obstacle avoidance capabilities, and some wash and refill their mopping pads to give themselves a hands-off clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
If you're looking to buy a robot vacuum uk vacuum that also mop, this is the model to look for. It's smaller than other options on this list making it easier to maneuver in tight corners and under furniture. It comes with a 220 degree Lidar that, when combined with the 3D Matrix Camera System, provides some of the best navigation and object avoidance capabilities I've seen in robot vacuums. It has a hefty 4600mAh battery which lasts 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 part way through cleaning.
It's extremely fast and does a fantastic job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It vacuums carpeted rooms incredibly quickly and hardwood floors in the hallways, and living room in a single pass. Its motor of 8,000pa is able to remove dirt as well as pet hair and droppings with ease. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it comes in contact with carpets and the dual side brushes help pull out debris from corners.
The mopping efficiency, while still impressive, isn't as effective. The mop rotates quickly and utilizes 2.2lbs to clean dirt and stains. I've noticed that the front arms protrude out slightly more than other robots, which is useful to maneuver around tight corners and along baseboards. The same front arms can also be used to pick up larger objects such as books and toys that have been damaged.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot vacuum cleaner uk mops and vacuums I've tried. 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 exclusive cleaning solution for mopping, and is sold separately from the vacuum. It is easy to set up and performs well. However, if you are buying this vacuum solely for mopping purposes it is important to 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 comes with a wide array of features that make it an ideal option for homeowners looking for an efficient, flexible and ad-hoc cleaning machine.
The device has an extremely powerful and impressive cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensors and an RGB camera to map your home and identify furniture and other obstacles. It then uses this information to clean efficiently and efficiently. This ensures a thorough and consistent 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. The side brush can be stretched to reach the floor near to the walls and other fixtures. Additionally, the mop pads can be dried and washed to prevent the build-up of dust and reduce odors.
App-based customization is a different interesting feature. The Q Revo lets you adjust the strength of suction, and choose between a back-and-forth or slightly more random patterns. You can also adjust the number of passes it must make, which will affect how fast the device will move around your home. You can also deactivate the side brush in order to prevent damage to carpets and rugs.
It's expensive, but it comes with a lot of smart features. However, it's important to note that it incurs recurring costs in the form of mopping supplies and maintenance. For instance brushrolls need to be replaced every six to 12 months or after 300 hours. The filter is to be cleaned every 150 hrs, and the mop pads must be changed every one to three months.
This robot vacuum mop has an excellent Amazon rating and includes an array of physical automation features. It has an energy button that can also function as a general 'Clean' button and a 'Home' button that will send it back to its base station after completing its cleaning task. It also comes with a multi-functional dock which automatically empty the dustbin, refills its water tank and washes and dry its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
The Shark Matrix Plus will be an ideal option for busy professionals or anyone who wants to keep their home tidy without spending too much time doing chores. Its powerful performance, smart navigation and long battery life make it simple to maintain a clean house with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a 2-in-1 mop and vacuum. It is capable of vacuuming as well as mopping. The robot has two modules: a dry bin and reservoir of water, and a separate mopping module with microfiber pads that snap into and out of position. It's a bit old-fashioned to have separate modules for mopping and vacuuming however it does mean that you don't have 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 precise floorplan map, which it utilizes when cleaning. It was easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture, rugs and other obstacles. The app also gives you the option of setting "No-Go zones" as well as virtual barriers that help to protect specific areas of your home from being cleaned with a mop.
We also found that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well in removing pet hair. It was able to capture a lot of the hair that shed by our cats, and even got into some of the nooks and crannies of our stairs, where other robots have struggled. It was quiet and had some nice jingles that let you know when it was beginning or finished its work.
The app was too basic and you had to change the modules every time you changed between mops and vacuuming. The app can't store multiple maps, which could be a hassle when you live in a house with a mix of floors. The Matrix Plus is a good option for those looking for a smart robot that can do both vacuuming and mopping.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni robot vacuum is the most expensive of our review. However, it does have certain unique features that are worth a look. The X1 Omni's biggest draw is its massive dock, which doubles as a charging base and the housing for two 4 liter water tanks, a sink for cleaning, and a 2.5-liter dust bin that automatically eliminates.
The base comes with several control buttons that let you manually begin a cleaning task, recall the robot or use the dock's auto-emptying procedure. Press two buttons to turn off the child lock. This is a great feature for parents worried about their children playing with the vacuum.
The Omni Omni, like other robotic vacuums, uses its camera to detect furniture and obstacles in its path. It will avoid them. Its True Mapping 2.0 navigation system maps your home 10 times faster than laser detection systems and is four times more precise in finding objects.
The X1 can be prone to become stuck if it gets entangled in a blockage like a power cable tangled over a rug. It won't function until you untangle it manually. This was a rare occurrence, but frustrating nonetheless, because the X1 doesn't have an "stuck status" alert on its application.
Another potential downside is one of the biggest drawbacks is X1 Omni's inability to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming modes during a cleaning session. You will need to manually swap between the two, which isn't a big deal aside from the fact that mopping pads haven't been cleaned and dried between uses, which can lead to mildew or mold.
The X1 Omni looks great, thanks to the Jacob Jensen design team (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who designed the sleek, modern base and mopping pad. It's a huge difference from the utilitarian black bases of rivals such as Roborock or iRobot. It's also an impressive sight in an industry dominated by boxes.