The Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo
The Q Revo is a great choice if you're looking for a robotic vacuum and mop that is mid-range. It offers a great mopping experience, but doesn't have the advanced features of its more expensive sibling.
In the course of testing, it was able to tackle dry oats and dust on medium-pile carpet and pet hair on hard flooring. It doesn't employ LIDAR, however, as other models do to locate your home.
1. iRobot Roomba S9+
The iRobot Roomba S9+ is one of the most highly-rated robot vacuums. It is loaded with features and incredible cleaning power, including a dirt compartment that is built into the charging base. It can also learn your habits of cleaning and suggest automated schedules for a truly hands-free experience.
The setup process is simple thanks to the iRobot Home app that walks you through the procedure. Once the system is setup it can begin automated cleaning with a single button press. You can opt for an overall clean that focuses on getting rid of larger pieces of debris such as cereal and rice or go for two thorough mappings of your space to ensure that your home has a clean and tidy appearance.
This robot vac performs well on both floors that are bare and carpets with low pile. It sucks up large items and doesn't lose suction as quickly as some others do and can clean up pet hair without much difficulty. It has a difficult time with carpets that are high-pile or plush however, iRobot promises that the next models will be better.
The S9+ is a new design from iRobot that is focused on improving edge and corner cleaning. It's the very first Roomba that has flat-fronted D-shaped designs. The company hopes this will allow it hug walls and furniture. It's a nice change from the standard hockey puck shape of robovacs, but we found it to be marginally better than circular models.
iRobot claims that the S9+ also features superior filtration which blocks micro-sized particles and allergens from circulating throughout your home. It's a nice claim, but we're not convinced it's enough to justify the price cost.
Its intelligent navigation system makes use of sensors that remember your home's layout and vSLAM technology to map the interior. It then cleans your entire house efficiently by avoiding obstacles like stairs and other barriers. The iRobot Home app lets you control the robot and set cleaning times, and create virtual boundaries, so it is aware of areas that need extra attention.
2. Roborock Q Revo
Roborock Q Revo is a robotic that combines mopping and vacuuming. Its vac settings are just as efficient as those found on higher-end models, and its mopping system is superior, as its spinning pads do a much more impressive job of cleaning your floors than a stationary vibration pad.
The only issue is the absence of a second brush to allow for deeper cleaning. However, it's not a big deal if you want to own one of the best robots available. The robo-vac's tank for dust is also larger than many of its rivals, and it takes just two or three cycles to fill it up, even at the highest dirt level.
As for the mopping device, I was impressed by its ability to scrub the tough dirt off my floors. The two lowest mopping settings which are less powerful than high-powered modes, produce very little noise, so you can work or even watch television without being distracted. If it comes across a wall or piece of furniture, it gently bumps into it and moves forward.
What distinguishes the Q Revo apart is that it's designed to operate almost completely on its own, with no need for user intervention. The robo-vac features a multi-function dock that automatically transfers physical trash to the bin hidden from view and cleans and drys the mop pads and refills its clean water tank. The app is capable of alerting you when something needs attention, for example, the water tank being empty or a scheduled cleaning session being cancelled due to a full dust bin.
You can also create or combine actual rooms to alter the way Q Revo treats your home. This feature is useful when you have different flooring in different areas of your home, or when you have to frequently clear out clutter such as toys, clothes and books. The robo-vac was also one of the best performers in my tests and was able to remove debris from carpets and hardwood floors on the first go. It can even vacuum up wet spills, though I recommend drying them with a damp cloth prior to sending the robot in.
3. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni
The X2 Omni has all of the features you'd expect from floor vacuum robot a high-end robot vacuum and mop combo and more. Like the iRobot Roomba S9+, it has an excellent vacuum that has powerful suction that cleans hard and carpet floors, plus the mop's rotating design that can scrub tough staining. It also has an auto-cleaning station that automatically washes and cleans the mop pads, keeping them clean and ready for reuse. It also has a sensor system that recognizes obstacles better, allowing it to avoid falling onto furniture and other objects.
The biggest difference over the ECOVACS Deebot X1 is that this version is sleeker and more modern design due to Danish firm Jacob Jensen Design (best known for its Bang & Olufsen products). The robot is still big. It has a height of more than two feet the height and depth and weighs in at least four pounds. However, the robot and its base are smaller than the Roborock Q Revo and iRobot j7.
This version is more efficient than the X1 as it charges faster and cleans 1,500 square feet in a single charge. It also comes with a larger and more robust dustbin that can store more debris. This makes it easier to empty.
Additionally it is worth noting that the X2 Omni has a more intuitive app as well as voice assistant that operates offline, allowing you to use it even if you're not at home. It also has a smart routing feature that lets it clean specific areas or rooms of your home instead of following a predetermined route.
The X2 Omni has the best mopping performance of any robot we've tested because of its mop pads rotating to remove tough stains and a motor that creates plenty of downward pressure. Its vacuuming performance is also outstanding, and it also increases suction when it senses a carpet to ensure a thorough cleaning. It comes with a huge, rechargeable battery that lasts up to a week. The mopping mode of the robot is also powerful.
4. Dreametech L10s Ultra
The Dreametech L10s Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a premium model that has a range of features that aren't typically found on robots in this price range. It can make detailed floor maps and identify different types of flooring. It's also among the few robots that can automatically clean and dry its mop pad. These are nice features however they can push the L10s into the luxury category. This could make it more expensive than what homeowners would need.
The L10s Ultra looks like a modern floor cleaning machine. It is tall and slim with a white finish that is complemented by silver elements and mirror plating. The front of the machine has a large bumper that protects the furniture and vacuum cleaner while moving around your home. Behind the pane at the front is an additional navigation technology that is comprised of sensors that aid the L10s Ultra navigate around tight corners and avoid obstacles.
On the top of the vacuum there is a single button which acts as an on/off switch. This button will turn on the vacuum. By pressing it again, you can turn it off and send it back to its base station. The control panel is the circular menu which lets you select cleaning modes or schedules, as well as preferences. The left and right buttons will allow you to access the settings in the app, where you can alter the way the L10s Ultra interacts with your home.
The L10s Ultra, like the iRobot Roomba S9+ or Roborock Q Revo uses a combination of LIDAR and cameras-based navigation technology to map your home. This helps the robot clean and mop efficiently, without getting stuck. The LIDAR assists the robot vacuum to avoid obstacles and identify them as obstacles, which is an excellent feature for homes with pets or children.
The L10s Ultra has a solid vacuuming capability, clearing 98.4% of debris from our hardwood floor test and removing all but the most stubborn juice stain. The mops also work well in removing 98.4 percent of debris from our carpet, tile and wood tests. However, it wasn't quite as efficient in dealing with sand on the hard floor and Quaker oats on carpet.