Top Rated Robot Vacuums
A robot vacuum will keep your floors tidy enough to reduce the frequency of manual hoovering. Find one that has good navigation, can clean corners and stairs, and has a large dust bin that requires emptying only periodically.
There are models that can mop and charge themselves, which is a feature that is essential for families with children or pets. The top performers in our tests also have decent obstacle avoidance.
1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO
The i3+ EVO and its i3 EVO sibling the i3 EVO are the same robots that differ only in that the i3+ has self-emptying features. The i3+ is a good alternative for those who want a an entirely automated, hands-free cleaning experience, but want to manually empty the dust bin when it is full.
Both robots are proficient at removing surface dirt on hard floors and carpets and can maneuver around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software makes smart maps of your home that aid the i3+ EVO to navigate and clean in a way that maximizes efficiency. The i3+ does not feature obstacle avoidance features like the i7+ or any other top-rated robots we tested. It could be stuck on power cords or socks and have trouble moving between different surfaces like carpet and hardwood.
iRobot recommends that you tidy up the area where the i3+ EVO vacuums prior to using it. This includes putting away any toys or other clutter it may encounter. It is also recommended to keep the dustbin and filter clear to avoid getting blocked. When the i3+'s internal bin is full or the battery is empty it will return to its docking station, automatically empties its trash into the station's dust bin and then resumes cleaning where it left off. Battery life is about an hour and a half of continuous usage. It takes about three hours to charge.
2. IRobot Roomba i7+
The iRobot i7+ is an excellent model from iRobot's flagship line, and it comes with the latest features. It has self-charging and self-navigating. However, the most significant feature is the self-emptying bin. This will eliminate the need for routine maintenance.
The Roomba I7+ is able to map rooms more efficiently with Imprint Smart Mapping. It also works with the iRobot Home app to let you schedule cleaning tasks and control your robot with voice or through the app.
The i7+ is more efficient and more maneuverable in our tests than the eufy RoboVac G30. It also cleaned large pet hair pieces from all surfaces, including carpeting. The biggest benefit over the eufy, though, is its self-emptying dustbin which eliminates a major source of maintenance and reduces the amount of time spent cleaning.
We were also awestruck by the i7+'s compatibility with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant AI services, which we used to instruct the robot to begin, stop or pause its cleaning sessions, move itself around the room, and even vacuum an area. The iRobot Home App made it easy to connect the i7+ with these services. After being connected, to give voice commands to the i7+, for example "Hey Alexa vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home app also provides options to manage the i7+'s settings and monitoring its performance.
3. Dyson Cyclone V10
This tiny Dyson model is a sports car that is amidst a sea of vacuums with cords that feel like minivans and buses. It's powerful enough to replace a stand-up vacuum in a majority of homes, but it is also compact enough to fit on a coffee table or bookcase.
The V10 is powered with a Lithium-ion battery with 7 cells of energy, which produces power without fading for 60 minutes. The sophisticated whole-machine filter system captures allergens, and then releases fresh air into your home. The cleaning head is specially designed to drive stiff nylon bristles deep into carpets to trap large crumbs and fine dust. It comes with three suction modes that can be adapted to the task. It swiftly switches from floor vac to handheld vacuum and back again.
The model also comes with an accessory dock that can charge to 100% in 3.5 hours, and gives users an easy access to two attachments and an Wand clip. This is a big improvement over earlier Dysons, which require a lengthy charge and are difficult to store.
The main issue with the V10 is its short running time. As CR's tests have shown, its marketing claims of up to 60 minutes are misleading. This is a standard battery-powered cordless vacuum's run time. This is enough time to clean the typical home however, it's not enough time to reach every area. (A second time generally works). This model has its own advantages, however: it's lighter and more mobile than previous Dysons cordless models, and its vacuuming ability is noticeable superior for carpet floors with low pile.
4. iRobot Roomba 694
One of iRobot's most adored robot vacuums, the 694 is a basic model that's an excellent choice for people who don't want to spend too much on a robot. It was able to pick up most types of debris in our tests and would often go over the same area multiple times to ensure an efficient clean. Its flat front end helps to get into corners and along the edges of walls, which is a nice addition.
Its smart navigation system uses iAdapt to avoid obstacles and navigate around your home, but it's not equipped with the mapping capabilities of more sophisticated models like our top selections and the i3+ EVO and j7+ series. This means that it can sometimes get stuck on things like phone cords or furniture that isn't as sturdy, and often is power-depleted before returning to its base.
The Xiaomi Mi robot is superior in many ways over the Roomba 694 in that it has less parts that require regular cleaning, is outfitted with an allergen-trapping HEPA filtering system, incurs lower cost of recurring costs and is more sophisticated in its automation capabilities and can better move itself. It also has a larger dustbin and is charged faster.
The sleek RoboVac X8 has a superior battery life than the Roomba. robot vacuum deals has physical boundaries and can be controlled using the voice assistant on your smartphone. It is also more durable, has a more powerful motor, and works better on bare floors and carpets with low pile, while offering a wider range of features for automation.
5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+
Samsung is a name that you see on all sorts of electronic gadgets for your home, so it comes as no surprise that they're one of the most reputable robot vacuum and mop manufacturers. Their Jet Bot AI+ is loaded with cutting-edge onboard intelligence technology for navigation and obstacle avoidance.
The app offers a wide range of options to customize your robotic cleaner. These include virtual barriers, mopping levels and behavior modifications docking frequency settings, and many more. It's simple to comprehend and user-friendly, as is the case with other Samsung devices.
In our testing, the Jet Bot AI+ excelled on hard floors and handled dog hair (on carpet) quite well, cleaning up 86% of it. However, it did not do particularly well at avoiding higher-up objects like cords or socks which was disappointing. It's also a bit more expensive than the other models we tested, which might be a problem for certain shoppers.
The app allows you to access the camera onboard of the smart vacuum. You can also create live streaming from the robot's cleaning zone. This feature lets you to monitor your children or pets while you are away. The filter and the dust bin can be washed for quick, easy cleanup. The Jet Bot AI+ also comes with a clean and tidy station that self-empties, which helps keep the robot's trash bin clean and maximizes suction power for each cleaning.
6. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum
In contrast to other robotic vacuums which are designed for both carpets and hard floors, Black and Decker robots are specifically designed for hard floors. They come with a wide cleaning path and a larger dustbin that holds 2X more debris than other models to keep the cleaning area clean for the longest time. Additionally, they come with two side sweepers that clean up around edges and in corners. The POWERSERIES Extreme model also includes AutoSense technology, which detects the presence of surface litter or embedded dirt and then automatically adjusts the power level. The vacuum also has an app that lets you to view the virtual map, manage functions, and create schedules. You can also track the vacuum's status and send it to the dock for charging with the click of a button. The app also lets you to customize the LED lights on the top of the vacuum using different colors so you can clearly see which areas it's focused on or where it's gotten stuck.
The app also makes it easy to steer the robot manually should you need to. My living room rug for example has a dark-colored border that could cause trouble for other robots. The HRV 425BL, however, continued to move across the border without ever registering the cliff. The ability to program a cleaning schedule for each week is a time-saving convenience.