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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Robot vacuums can save you time and effort when it comes to regular cleaning. Top performers are good at picking up dust as well as light debris and cords.

The most expensive models can even mop your floor but they aren't able to climb up stairs. Look for models with intelligent mapping, real-time hazard avoidance, and large self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The top robots we tested were efficient, easy-to-use and able to keep up with daily debris. You'll also need a robot Broom (bsme.moscow) that can handle stairs and that has decent cleaning power for carpets. If you want a robot with extra features, consider one that comes with smart vacuum mapping technology or an app to control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing shopping writer and product reviewer at PEOPLE who has tried many robotic vacuums. She prefers robovacs that have the most conveniences, such as those with self-emptying bins and charging stations that automatically empty and fill water tanks for mopping robotic vacuums. She also likes the robots that are able to recognize landmarks like furniture legs and power cords to ensure they don't get caught when climbing the stairs.

This Black and Decker robot has a lower score for navigation and has less technology for avoiding objects than the best-rated models. It does however have an ample dust bin that doesn't require frequent emptying, and has a long battery life. It also has a feature which allows you to schedule cleaning times and return to where it stopped at the last point, making it easier for you to cover larger spaces. This model is a great option for pet owners, since it is able to avoid tangled fur and food particles.

In our tests we tested the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combines with a LIDAR sensor that maps rooms and identify obstacles using a structured light sensor that can identify objects and detect edges. The combination allows it to avoid steps, drops of liquid, and furniture legs with ease and save up to four floor maps to be used in the future for references. It is able to pause and resume cleaning at any point, so that you can continue with your chores while it does. The app includes the 3D image of your home, with room labels as well as advanced cleaning options.

Although this model isn't able to clean as well as our top-rated models, it is superior in removing small particles like baking soda and sand and heavier objects, like orzo pasta and screws made of metal. Its only drawbacks are that it isn't able to mop and has a slightly less effective navigation system.

The best option for Carpet

If you have carpeting in your home, search for a vacuum that has strong pickup and maneuverability scores on carpet and rug. Many models do a decent job of removing dust embedded in low-pile carpet and a few do a good job of cleaning up larger debris such as orzo pasta, metal screws and pet hair. However, they can't handle small particles as well as canister or upright vacuums and may also be unable to pick up dirt in the vicinity of thresholds and baseboards.

For carpeted homes the 2-in-1 robot vacuum is the best option. You can exchange a cleaning bin for a moist mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo, for example, is a vacuum cleaner and mops wet with circular pads that rotate at a speed of 200 rotations per minute. It is able to detect and lift its pads when they come into contact with carpet, which prevents the flooring from getting wet. You don't need to take them off or replace them every time. The Q Revo is also superior to other robot vacuum/mops at keeping away from obstacles, getting close to rugs and thresholds, and avoiding obstacles.

Another solid option is the iRobot Roomba Combo i5, which performed very well in our tests and can be scheduled through the app to clean when you're away from home. It can be set to mop only. We loved its navigation on floors that are not bare and carpets. The Combo i5 also has a very long runtime and a great path-planning feature for such a small device.

If you're looking for a top-of-the-line vacuum Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop is a fantastic option. It comes with a large dock that can last for weeks and not need to be emptied. It also features impressive navigation and auto-emptying capabilities on carpets and floors with no automatic floor cleaners. It also has a clever mapping system that can be set to only run for certain hours (a useful feature to stop mischievous children and dextrous animals from running wild). The Shark is less powerful than other robot vacuum/mop combinations however, it still picks hair and pet hair with a high degree of accuracy. It's also the best price of our top picks.

Best for Hard Flooring

Robot vacuums are the best option for hardwood floors since they are able to easily maneuver around obstacles without damaging the floor's surface. They are excellent at of removing dust and crumbs, however they struggle with pet hair and other larger particles. They lack the suction power of an expensive upright or canister vacuum, so they're not the best choice for carpeted areas or upholstery that needs deep cleaning.

The best robots are two-in-one, combining a vacuum with a mop to complete the job in one go. If you have floors that are mixed choose one with an onboard sensor that detects changes in the floor's texture and adjusts suction to match. The ECOVACS DEEBOT T9+, for instance, has this feature and can transition seamlessly from hard to soft carpeting.

If your home is mostly composed of hardwood floors, think about a robotic vacuum and mop combination like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model is a powerful robot vacuum with smart navigation to clean hardwood floors and other hard surfaces, plus it can mop as well. The sensors in it allow it to stay clear of hazards like stairs.

The Eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to clean hardwood floors by applying downward pressure, instead of simply swab them to remove dirt and dust. Its pads that can be reused reduce waste and spread fewer germs. They can also be cleaned at the docking stations to save time. The mop pads can also be cleaned and dried to prevent the spread of mold.

The robovac can be operated by your smartphone, making it easier to use. For instance, you can use the app to set up an area that the vacuum won't enter or label rooms separately, or schedule cleaning robot price sessions for certain areas. The eufy S1 Pro also has an auto-emptying dock that sucks debris through a trapdoor, and puts it in a disposable or bagless bin, so you don't have to empty the bin manually as often as you do with other models.

Ideal for small Spaces

These robots are specifically designed for smaller spaces. They have smaller bins, which hold less garbage. They are also more efficient when it comes to maneuvering around tight corners than larger models. They can also fit under furniture where larger robots aren't able to reach. They are also less expensive than more expensive models, however you will need to empty their dirt bins manually at the end each cleaning session.

A couple of years ago, robotic vacuums underwent a major transformation as manufacturers began adding sensors to help them navigate and avoid household objects that traditional sensors would become stuck on or over. This has have reduced the number of times that our testers had to clean up after a robotic snag whether it was a power cord, a toy or pet waste.

The new sensors aren't completely eliminating all issues with these machines, however. The cheaper models are still not able to traverse the same obstacles as older models, and they need a certain level of light in order to be able to see where they're moving. Look into an option that incorporates a spinning LIDAR unit mounted on top to create maps of the space. Our best overall models and runners-up models have this feature. This will allow them to avoid stairs and other barriers when working in darkness.

In addition to being capable of working in the dark, these models can be programmed to use their cliff sensors only near or on the floor, not when they're above them. You'll still want to shield any mirrors that could hinder this function, however, because the laser used by a LIDAR-based model could bounce off reflective surfaces and cause the robot to believe it's in another room.

Some of the models we recommend allow you to create virtual no-go zones for areas you do not want the robot to move, which is useful if you have pets or children. These features aren't included on all the models we've tested, so be sure to read our full reviews of each model below before you make a purchase.