Best Automatic Vacuum Cleaner Robots
Robot vacuums employ navigation tools like sensors cameras, lasers and sensors to map your space and clean effectively, while avoiding obstacles. Some robot vacuums even mop and self-empty your dustbins!
Many are connected to digital voice assistants or apps that allow for hands-free cleaning. Certain models come with features such as automatic docks and boundary strips that can help you reduce the amount of work you do.
1. Roborock S8 maxV Ultra
Roborock is well-known for its top-of-the-line robot vacuum cleaners, and the flagship model is no exception. It has more advanced features than the previous models, but the real benefit is its ability to intelligently clean your home for you. It can recognize stain types and floor types and also no-go areas. It does this by looking at its environment with a camera and a smart map. This helps it to determine what to do and when which means you don't need to press a button constantly or set different modes.
Like all Roborock vacuums, this one can also mop. This is a fantastic addition to the Roborock line-up, as it makes the robovac even better. The mop head is efficient too and can be switched to scrub mode for cleaning more difficult dirt. The robovac also has the ability to climb small thresholds with its rotating FlexiArm and front-mounted sensor.
It's simple to use, with the simple application that lets you set rooms for it to clean and customize settings. The voice assistant, Rocky, is very responsive and responds to commands with clarity. You can ask it to end the task or to recite the exact list of commands. It is compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant and Matter-certified for Apple HomeKit integration.
The S8 MaxV Ultra comes with an energy-efficient battery of 5,200mAh and can last for up to 180 minutes before returning to the dock to recharge. The battery is automatically empty and cleaned at the end of each run. This reduces the charging time.
2. Dreame X40
The Dreame X40 Ultra is a powerful cleaning machine that performs at the top of its class in both vacuuming and mopping. This vacuum cleaner has powerful suction, a variety of innovative features and is pet-friendly. It's a great choice for busy families. The advanced navigation, obstacle avoidance and customizable options make this robotic vacuum cleaner among the top on the market.
This robot vacuum uses a RGB camera to map its surroundings and detect obstacles with artificial intelligence. This stops it from sucking your cat's toy, or a cable that is lying on the ground and damaging your flooring. This feature also lets you to mark out specific areas that the robot must be aware of during its cleaning routine.
Dreame X40 also excels in mowing and sweeps, with an innovative dual brush system that removes dirt from the corners of your room. It can even clean baseboards, which makes it a perfect choice for people with kids and pets. This vacuum is easy to set up and use and comes with an app that offers various options for customization.
This vacuum also has a self-cleaning base that automatically empties the waste bin and refills the cleaning solution tank and saves you time. The robot vacuum has an average battery life of 198 minutes when in vacuuming mode and covers up to 308m2 in a single charge. It can return to its dock for charging in a timely manner, so that you can effortlessly pick up where it began. Additionally, this model is compatible with Alexa, Siri, and Google Home, allowing you to control it with your voice. Download the Dreame X40 App on iOS or Android to modify your cleaning routine.
3. Eufy X10
The Eufy X10 offers a wide range of features at a reasonable price. self cleaning vacuum can do everything you have a robot vacuum or mop to do, and all at a reasonable price point.
This model does an excellent job of taking on floor cleaning tasks without hands from mopping to sweeping and even dusting. The base station needs a bit more space than other models, with 50cm on either side and 150cm in the front.
Its advanced navigation technology is able to determine the layout of your home, storing and utilizing the information within its internal memory without ever transferring it to the cloud or another external source. The X10 can store room layouts using iPath and AI See. It can optimize cleaning routes to be efficient and thorough.
The X10's intelligent object recognition system works well it allows the robot to easily recognize and avoid hazards such as power cords. It can also be programmed to automatically clean and recharge its battery which is a nice feature. The X10 gets stuck on thicker rugs. It smacks them with a loud roar and then the front brush is pushed into the rug.
It's a great robot vacuum and mop however, it's let down by the confusing application. Unlike the iRobot app, which holds your hand throughout the process of setting up your robot and teaching you how to use it, the Eufy Clean app leaves you to work things out on your own. It's a great choice for those who want to modify the app to their preferences.
4. SwitchBot S10
The SwitchBot S10 is a full-fledged vacuum cleaner and mop robot, which gives the best of both worlds to cleaning your home. It comes with unique design framework that allows it to gather dust and supply mopping water within the same machine.
It comes with all the sensors found on high-end robotic vacuums. This allows it to map your home in real time while avoiding obstacles and recognizing different types of carpets and flooring. A front-facing camera with AI capabilities is also present which makes it easier to navigate around your home and find places that aren't accessible for most robotic vacuums.
This robot is fitted with a powerful suction motor capable of taking pet hair dirt, dust and other particles both from hard floors and low pile carpeting. The app lets you customize the robot to your needs. You can create your own cleaning routines, and also adjust the mopping and vacuuming power.
It is exceptionally efficient at mopping and comes with the RevoRoll roller mop that can create 10N of force on any floor, and a RinseSync system that automatically cleans itself as it moves through your home. This keeps the mop clean as it collects dirt and prevents it from spreading it around your home.
Unfortunately, the S10's battery life isn't like some of its rivals and may require the battery to recharge every so often in the event of an extensive house. It also sounds quite loud when it is operating, and might not be a good choice to use in areas where silence is desired. It is, however, an excellent value for the price. The SwitchBot S10 has a sleek, contemporary look that makes it a standout model in its category.
5. K10 Plus
The K10 Plus is a new version of Switchbot's Mini robot vacuum. The latest version comes with an Anti-Tangle Rubber Brush, Advanced Position Sensitive Detector (PSD) sensor and an upgraded suction capacity that goes up to 3000Pa, which provides superior corner coverage and overall cleaning.
The K10 Plus uses SLAM navigation, a simple app and a thorough cleaning process. The PSD sensor and rotary brush work together to navigate around furniture. The four-stage cleaning process is a consolidated method that collects, lifts and sweeps debris from floors and carpets. The dust bin automatically emptys itself and you don't need to worry about emptying it frequently.
You can also mark areas in the space you don't want the device to access for pets or power cords. This is a feature that's found on most robotic vacuums, and it's useful when you have specific areas in the home that need more attention than others.
You can set the K10 Plus to return to its base station every 60 90, 75 or 60 minutes to automatically empty its dust bin. This is a major improvement over other robots which require a return trip and manually emptied. It could save you a lot of time.
In my tests I found that the K10 Plus had a very good battery life result. It lasted for 110 minutes in a single run, which is higher than the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential's 127 minutes.
The K10 Plus has a fairly compact design, which makes it easy to put under furniture or tight spaces. It is connected to Wi-Fi and supports Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri shortcuts. It integrates with IFTTT Samsung SmartThings, Samsung SmartThings and IFTTT. The app tracks the use of its accessories, such as the filter, side brushes and dust bag to let you know when it's time to replace them.