The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.
He evaluates and tests cleaning appliances, focusing on robot vacuums and mopping combos. These multitaskers are a great option for those looking to get mopping off their to-do list. Some have great navigation and obstacles avoidance. Others even wash and refill mopping pads themselves for a hands-free cleaning.
The Eufy S1 Pro
If you're looking for a robot vacuum that also mop, this is the model you should go for. It's smaller than the other options on this list making it easier to navigate into tight corners and underneath furniture. It features a 220 degree lidar that combined with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it the best navigation and obstacle avoidance I've ever seen in a robot vacuum. It has a hefty 4600mAh battery that lasts for up to 170-minutes if mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it can last longer in turbo). It will even return to its dock to replenish its battery mid-clean.
It's extremely fast and does an excellent job of cleaning my two-bedroom apartment. It can vacuum carpeted rooms fast, and hardwood floors in the kitchen, living room, and hallways with just one sweep. The motor's 8,000pa power allows it to clean dirt, pet hair, and droppings easily. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects rugs and the dual side brushes help to clean debris from corners.
The mopping efficiency, while still impressive, is not as good. The mop rotates quickly and uses 2.2lbs to clean dirt and stain. I've noticed that the front arms extend out slightly more than other robots, which is helpful for getting into tight corners and along baseboards. The same front arms can also be used to pick up larger objects like books and broken toys.
Another great feature is that the S1 Pro is one of the most quiet robot vacuums and mops I've ever tried. It doesn't create the same amount of noise when mopping or vacuuming, and is much quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it must utilize a specific mopping solution and is sold separately. It is easy to set up, and it works well. However should you purchase this robot vacuum solely to mop you must 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 choice for homeowners looking to purchase a highly effective, versatile, and customizable cleaning machine.
The device comes with an efficient cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This allows it to map out the home and detect furniture and other obstacles. This information can be used to clean efficiently and efficiently. This ensures an even and thorough clean and is also quick.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad is capable of reaching many surfaces. This includes corners or baseboards, as well as other hard-to-reach areas. They also have a flexible side brush that can extend to reach the floor close to walls and other fixtures. The mop pads can also be washable and can be dried to reduce odors and prevent buildup.
App-based customization is yet another noteworthy feature. The Q Revo allows you to alter the intensity of its suction and select between a back-and-forth or slightly more randomized pattern. 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 even choose to disable the side brush to prevent damaging rugs and carpets.
This device has a fairly expensive price tag, but it is packed with a wide array of innovative features. It is important to keep in mind that the device will incur regular expenses, such as mopping supplies as well as regular maintenance. For instance the brushroll should be replaced every six to 12 months or after 300 hours. The filter is to be cleaned every 150 hours, and the mop pads should be changed every three months.
The robot vacuum that mops is rated highly on Amazon and includes a broad variety of physical automation features. These include an energy button that can also function as a general 'Clean button as well as a Home button that will take it back to its base station after finishing its cleaning session. It also has a multi-functional dock that automatically empty the dustbin and refills its water tank for mopping and washes and dry its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
If you're a busy professional or just want an organized home that doesn't require much time doing chores, the Shark Matrix Plus is a solid option. It's a top-performing device, intelligent navigation, and long battery life that allows you to keep your home tidy with little effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a two-in-one mop and vacuum. It can do both vacuuming as well as mopping. The robot is divided into two parts, a dry bin and water tank that can be easily snapped in and out and a mopping unit that has an elastomer pad. Separate modules for mopping and vacuuming might seem a bit outdated but they're a good thing because you don't have to worry about changing disposable bags or refueling the tank with water.
The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming and mopping. Its most impressive feature is its accurate floorplan map, which it employs when cleaning. This made it easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture, rugs, and other obstacles. The app lets you create 'No-Go Zones' and virtual barriers to stop certain areas from being cleaned by mopping.
The Matrix Plus also did a surprising job of collecting hair of pets. good robot vacuum was able to collect a large amount of hair that our cats shed and even got into the nooks and crannys of our stairs which other robots struggled. It was relatively quiet and had some nice jingles that indicated when it was starting or completing its task.
Its main drawbacks were its simple app and the need to change out the modules whenever switching between mopping and vacuuming. The app cannot store multiple maps. This can be a problem if your home has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a ideal choice for people who want a smart device that can vacuum and mop.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni robot vacuum is the most expensive of our review. It does however, have certain unique features that make it worth looking into. The X1 Omni's most appealing feature is its enormous dock, which serves as the robot's charging base and housing for two water tanks, a sink for cleaning and the 2.5-liter dust bin that automatically eliminates.
The base comes with several control buttons, which allow you to manually begin a cleaning task or recall the robot, or run the dock’s auto-emptying procedure. Press two buttons to switch off the child lock. This is a nice feature for parents who are worried about their children messing around with the vacuum.
The Omni Omni like other robotic vacuums, uses its camera to identify obstacles and furniture that are in its path. It will steer clear of them. True Mapping 2.0 navigation maps your home up to four times faster than laser detection systems.
Unfortunately, this means that the X1 Omni can sometimes get so entangled with an obstruction, such as an electrical cord dangling across a rug--that it becomes stuck and stops working until you manually free it. While this was rare however, it was a gruelling experience when it happened particularly since the X1 Omni does not come with an "stuck" status alert on its application.
The X1 Omni isn't able to automatically switch from mopping mode to vacuuming mode during a cleaning session. You'll have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't too bad however, mopping pads don't get cleaned or dried between use. This can 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 change from the utilitarian all-black bases that are used by rivals like Roborock and iRobot and is a refreshing view in a market that is dominated by clunky boxy models.