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Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combos Robot vacuums and mops are becoming more efficient, passing our cleaning tests and tackling various floor types. Look for models that allow you to choose from multiple modes, use their charging dock to self-empty and clean stairs. A lot of the top models work with smartphones. Find an application that lets you save maps, schedules and choose cleaning modes. 1. Eufy Omni S1 Pro The gloss black and gunmetal Omni S1 Pro from Eufy is one of most impressive robot vacuums and mop combinations available. It makes use of lidar to navigate, creating maps of rooms and floors. When I tried the S1, it was able to locate the downstairs area, which has laminate flooring in the kitchen, dining room and bathrooms, plus carpeting with a medium-pile and an area rug. It was able to drive close to walls without colliding with them, and even managed to cross raised room thresholds with no issue, though it occasionally struggled to get down stairs in a single step. The S1 also did an excellent job cleaning hard floors, with its mop driving smoothly on the flat side against the floor, and then lifting its own weight when it reaches carpet or rug. After every mopping session, the docking station on the S1 automatically emptys its dust bin and fills up its water tank with clean filtered ozonated water. The dock also includes a cleaning solution in the water for deep cleaning. The S1's tank of water holds enough water for around a dozen cleaning sessions before it has to be cleaned, although this can vary based on how much you use the mop. Like all 2-in-1 robots the S1 requires regular maintenance to ensure that it's operating well. It is necessary to regularly wash out the dirty tank to prevent it from becoming clogged. You'll also need to clean the swivel wheels and sensors regularly to prevent them from getting blocked by dust or dirt. Overall the S1 requires less maintenance than other combos. 2. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo Complete This all-in-one robot vacuum and mop combo from Ecovacs is a great choice for your cleaning requirements. Its robot vacuum has 8,700Pa suction power and comes with many advanced features like voice control and smart path planning that cleans furniture and eliminates obstacles. The mopping capabilities of the robot are impressive. Rotating mops actually lift the floor and scrub it, rather than simply moving a pad across the surface. The mops can also be cleaned and dried at the base station when required. The robot comes with a simple interface that guides you throughout the process. It also comes with a hand-vacuum which can be used to clean hard-to reach areas that the robot cannot reach. There are also two water tanks which are automatically filled or empty. It also has a number of settings that can be used to fine tune your cleaning preferences. The Deebot X2 Combo Complete is an excellent vacuum cleaner. It has a powerful suction that is able to effortlessly remove dust and debris that other robots have trouble with. Its navigation capabilities are robust, however it does sometimes get hung up on the small area mats or rugs that I have in my house (which is something you can mitigate by defining a virtual boundary in the application). Mopping capabilities are very good, with a pair spinning mops which can lift and scrub the floor instead of dragging the pad across it. The mops can also be cleaned with hot water and dried in the base station as required. Mops are also refilled from the top of the base station when required. 3. Dreame X40 ultra Dreame's X30 Ultra robot vacuum and mop were released earlier in the year. But their new flagship model comes with even more impressive features. It boasts fantastic cleaning results and hands-free maintenance making it a top contender on our top mop and robot vacuum list. Its superior mapping capabilities, RGB AI smart recognition, and an extended side brush guarantee a thorough, custom-designed clean. The X40 Ultra does an excellent job of vacuuming and removing large and small particles from both hard floors and carpets. It also cleaned our test's most filthy areas well, and avoiding tangled pet hairs and other messes. The sweeping capability of the machine is boosted by a sidebrush which automatically moves out to reach hard-to-reach areas, and mop pads that run along baseboards. Its navigation system is intelligent, navigating tight spaces and negotiating the stairs without a hitch. It is able to move from one room to the next without needing to reverse the direction. This is a great feature for homes that have multiple rooms. Its obstacle avoidance system is less advanced than some competitors, however, and tends to leave a thick space around obstacles, which could result in missed spots. The app is streamlined and intuitive interface that will be user-friendly for both new and experienced users. The app allows you to plan and manage cleanings, alter suction power and mopping settings as well as view 3D and 2D maps, and much more. You can control it via the app, Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also remotely control the X40 Ultra camera for real-time monitoring. But, you'll need a stable Wi-Fi connection in order to operate it through the app and external controls. 4. Roomba Q5 pro A robot vacuum can do a fantastic job of removing debris and dirt, but it can't always be able to reach every piece of dust. That's why it's important to use your regular vacuum once a week, especially to remove dust from corners, on shelves and in the crevices of your couch. Roborock's Q5 Pro, a 2-in-1 robot that vacuums and mop, is designed to do exactly that. robot cleaner is simple to connect to your home Wi-Fi network and also works with Alexa or Apple Siri. The Q5 is a stripped-down version of the company's expensive S-series models. It includes the top-of-the-line Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra. It has a similar LIDAR mapping sensor, but cuts down on price by eliminating the mopping functionality and by using a cheaper plastic body. Even though it's not able to clean your floors, the Q5 still offers the best vacuum and mopping performance we've seen from a robot in this price range. It has a suction power of 5500Pa and an automatic-empty system so you don't need to empty the bin by hand each time. It has a smart app which allows you to schedule cleanings and determine the floor type. It also has an automatic water tank filling 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 carpets and hard floors. The Q5 was among the few robots we tested to not have issues with high-pile rugs and carpets. However, it did not pick up kitty-litter or cable tangles. This isn't too surprising because it doesn't include AI-powered obstacle-avoidance. 5. K10 Plus K10 Plus is one of the quietest robot vacuums we have tested, it also has a unique method to map your home. This allows it to get into corners and tight spaces that other vacuums are unable to reach. It also has the bin, which means you don't have to empty it as often. It also has washable filters, which further reduces costs. This robot can detect carpets and increase suction if necessary. The app also lets you to mark off areas that you want it to stay clear of, which is a nice feature.