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Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combos

Robot vacuums and mop are becoming more capable. They have passed our tests for cleaning, and can take care of various floors. Look for models that allow you to select from a variety of modes, and use their charging docks to automatically empty and clean up stairs.

Many of the best models work with your smartphone. Find an application that lets you save maps, set schedules, and choose cleaning modes.

1. Eufy Omni S1 Pro

Eufy's gunmetal-and gloss black Omni S1 Pro is one of the most impressive robot vacuums and mop combinations on the market. It uses lidar for navigation, creating maps of rooms and floors.

When I tested the S1, it was able to map our downstairs, which has Linoleum flooring in the kitchen/dining room and bathrooms, along with carpeting of medium-pile as well as a large area rug. It was able to drive close to walls and even over raised thresholds without any problems. However, it had some difficulty getting down the stairs in one pass. The S1 also did an excellent job cleaning hard floors, with its mop driving smoothly on its flat side against the floor and lifting itself when it reached carpet or rug.

After every mopping session, the docking station of the S1 automatically emptys its trash bin and fills up its water tank with clean filtered ozonated water. The dock also adds a cleaning solution to the water for deep cleaning. The S1 water tank is able to hold up to 12 cleaning sessions, but it will differ dependent on how often you use the mop.

The S1 needs periodic maintenance, just like other 2-in-1 robots. It is necessary to regularly wash out the tank that has been contaminated to prevent it from becoming clogged. Also, you'll need to clean your sensor and swivel wheel frequently to avoid them getting blocked by dirt or dust. Overall, the S1 requires less maintenance than other combos.

2. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo Complete

Ecovacs all-in-one robotic vacuum and mop is an efficient solution for your cleaning requirements. Its robot vacuum has 8700Pa of suction power and comes with a variety of advanced features like voice control and smart path scheduling that cleans furniture and avoids obstacles. The mopping capabilities of the robot are impressive, with mops that rotate that actually lift and scrub the floor, instead of simply dragging the pad across it. The mops are also cleaned and dried in the base station when required.

This robot has an easy-to-use interface that guides you through the process. It includes a rechargeable hand vacuum for those hard-to-reach areas that the robot can't reach as well as two water tanks that are automatically empty and refilled as needed. It also comes with a variety of useful settings for fine-tuning your cleaning preferences.

The Deebot X2 Combo Complete does excellent job of vacuuming, with strong suction that easily picks up most of the debris, and even smaller pieces of dust that other robots struggle with. Its navigation capabilities are solid as well, though it can sometimes get caught up on the tiny rug or area mats I have in my house (which is something you can mitigate by creating a virtual boundary within the app). Its mopping capabilities are also very good, with a pair spinning mop heads that are able to lift and scrub floors, rather than just dragging the pad across it. The mops are also cleaned using heated water and dried in the basestation when needed. Mops are also refilled from the top of the base station as required.

3. Dreame X40 Ultra

Dreame released the luxe X30 Ultra earlier this year, but their new top-of-the-line robot vacuum and mop has even more impressive features. It is a great cleaner and is simple to maintain. This makes it a worthy contender for our list of the best robot vacuum mops and robot vacuums. Its superior mapping capabilities, RGB AI smart detection and an extended side brush will ensure an effective, customized cleaning is achieved.

The X40 Ultra vacuums well, removing both fine and large debris. It is equally effective on hard floors and carpets. It also cleaned our tests' most soiled areas efficiently, while eliminating pet hairs that are tangled and other mess. The sweeping performance of the machine is enhanced by a sidebrush that automatically swings out in order to reach areas that are difficult to reach, and a mop pad that extends across baseboards.

Its navigation is nimble it can navigate narrow spaces and climbing stairs without missing a beat. It can move from one room to another without changing direction, which is a handy feature for homes with multiple rooms. Its obstacle avoidance technology isn't as advanced than other models however, and tends to leave a wide space over obstacles, which can result in missed spots.

The interface of the app is easy to use and streamlined. It should be simple to use for novice and experienced users. The app allows you to schedule and manage cleanings. You can also adjust suction power, mop settings and view 2D and 3-D maps. You can control it via the app, Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also use the X40 Ultra's camera remotely, for live video surveillance. But, you'll need a stable Wi-Fi connection to operate it through the app and external controls.

4. Roomba Q5 pro

Robot vacuums are fantastic in removing dirt and debris, but they can't reach every bit of dust. This is why it's important to make use of your regular vacuum once every week, particularly to clean dust from corners and on shelves and in the crevices of your couch. Roborock's Q5 Pro is a 2-in-1 vacuum and mop designed to accomplish exactly that. It's simple to connect to your home Wi-Fi network and works with Alexa and Apple Siri, making it an even more useful addition to your daily cleaning routine.

The Q5 is an unadorned version of the company's expensive S-series models. It includes the top-of-the-line Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra. It uses a similar LIDAR mapping sensor, but saves on cost by eliminating mopping functions and using a less expensive plastic body.

Despite losing the ability to wipe your floors, the Q5 offers the most impressive mopping and vacuum performance we've seen from a robotic in this price range. It's got a powerful suction power of 5500Pa and an automatic vacuum cleaner and mop emptying system, which means you don't need to manually empty the bin every time. It has a smart app that lets you schedule cleanings and choose the floor type. It also comes with an automatic water tank filling system and washing system that is hands-free.

Its mops are also impressive, with 2700Pa of power to take on dirt, dust and pet hair on hard floors and carpets. The Q5 is one of the few robots we tested that didn't have any issues with high-pile carpets or area rug, but it was unable to clean up cables or kitty litter, which is no surprise given that it doesn't have AI-powered obstacle avoidance.

5. K10 Plus

K10 Plus is one of the quietest robot vacuums that mop vacuums we have tested, it also uses a unique system to map your home this allows it to get into places that other vacuums cannot reach. This device also stores dust in a larger dustbin which means you have to empty it less often. Additionally, it has washable filters, which reduces the cost of using the device. The robot can also recognize carpets and boost the suction if required. The app allows you to mark off areas you want to stay clear of, which is a nice feature.