The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault is a product review analyst for the Home Care and Cleaning Lab at Good Housekeeping.
He reviews and tests cleaning appliances, focusing on robot vacuums and mopping combos. Multitaskers can be an excellent choice for those who want to remove mopping from their list of tasks. Some models have superior navigation and obstacles avoidance. Some even wash and refill mopping pads themselves to ensure a hands-free clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model you need to choose if you want an automatic vacuum cleaner that can also mop. It's smaller than the other models and makes it easier to maneuver in tight corners or under furniture. It features a 220 degree lidar which, when paired with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it some of the best navigation and object avoidance I've ever seen in a robot vacuum. It has a hefty 4600mAh battery which lasts up to 170-minutes, if mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it is able to run longer in turbo). It will even return to its dock to recharge its battery in mid-clean.
It's fast and does a fantastic job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It vacuums the carpeted rooms incredibly quickly and hardwood floors in the living room, and hallways in a single pass. Its 8,000pa motor is able to clean dirt as well as pet hair and droppings effortlessly. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects rugs and the double side brush assists in removing debris from corners.
The mopping efficiency is less impressive, but not by much. The rotating mop spins fast and uses 2.2lbs to remove dirt and stains. I've noticed that the front arms stick out a bit more than other robots, which is helpful for getting into tight corners and on baseboards. The same front arms can also be used to pick up larger pieces of debris, like broken toys and books.
Another great feature is that the S1 Pro is one of the quietest robot vacuums and mops I've tried. It doesn't create the same amount of noise while vacuuming or mopping and is much quieter than the Narwal Freo X Ultra or RoboRock S7. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it has to utilize a specific mopping solution and is sold separately. It is simple to install and performs well. However should you purchase this robot vacuum solely for mopping purposes, you will need to pay attention to this.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo is different from other robot vacuums 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 ad-hoc cleaning machine.
The device comes with an extremely powerful and impressive cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensors and an RGB camera to map the house and locate furniture and other obstacles. It then uses this information to clean effectively and effectively. This leads to a thorough, consistent clean that is also quite fast.
The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad can reach a variety of surfaces. This includes corners, baseboards, and other difficult-to-access spots. The side brush can be stretched out to extend to the floor, close to the walls or other fixtures. The mop pads are also washable and dry to remove odors and prevent buildup.
App-based customization is another notable feature. The Q Revo lets you adjust the suction strength and select either a back-and-forth or a random pattern. You can also choose the number of passes, which determines how fast it can move around your home. You can also decide to disable the side brush to avoid damaging carpets and rugs.
The device is costly, but it comes with a lot of smart features. It's crucial to note that it incurs periodic expenses in the form of mopping supplies and maintenance. For instance, the brushroll will need to be replaced after 300 hours or every six to 12 months. The filter will need to be cleaned after 150 hours and the mop pad needs to be replaced every one to three months.
This robotic vacuum cleaner has a high Amazon rating and includes many physical automation features. The robot vacuum also comes with an power button that doubles as the 'Clean button' as well as a 'Home button to send it home after cleaning. It also comes with a multifunctional dock which automatically empty the dustbin, refills its water tank and washes and dry its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
If you're a busy professional or someone who wants to have a clean home without spending hours doing chores then the Shark Matrix Plus is a excellent choice. It has powerful performance, smart navigation, and a long battery life that makes it easy to keep your home tidy with minimal effort.
The Matrix Plus robot vacuum is a two-in-one vacuum and mop. It can do both mopping and vacuuming. The robot is divided into two modules that include a dry bin as well as a water tank that can be easily snapped in and out and a mopping unit that is equipped with a microfiber pad. It's a bit old-fashioned to have separate modules for vacuuming and mopping but it does mean that you don't have to worry about changing disposable bags or refilling the tank of water.
The Matrix Plus performed well at both vacuuming as well as mopping. Its most impressive feature was its precise map of your floorplan which it uses to draw an outline for cleaning. This made it easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture rug, furniture and other obstacles. The app also gives you the option of setting "No-Go zones" as well as virtual barriers, which help to shield certain areas of your house from being swept with a mop.
The Matrix Plus also did a amazing job of collecting hair from pets. It was able to capture a lot of the hair shed by our cats, and even made it into the nooks and crannies on our stairs, where other robots struggled. The noise levels of the robot were low and there were pleasant jingles to signal that it was beginning and working towards its goal.
The app was too simple and you had to alter the modules every time you changed between vacuuming and mopping. The app is not able to store multiple maps. This can be an issue if your house 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 item in our review. It does however, have certain unique features that make it worth looking into. The X1 Omni's most appealing feature is its massive dock, which doubles as a charging base and the housing for two water tanks, a clean sink and the 2.5-liter dust bin that automatically emptys.
The base also comes with a set of buttons to control the system. These allow you to manually start cleaning, recall the robot, or use the dock's automatic vacuum cleaner and mop emptying process. Hold down two of the buttons to turn off the child lock, which is a nice option for parents concerned about kids tinkering with the vacuum.
The X1 Omni like other robotic vacuums uses its camera to identify obstacles and furniture that are in its path. It will avoid them. Its True Mapping 2.0 navigation system maps your home 10 times faster than laser detection systems and is four times more accurate in recognising objects.
The X1 can be prone to become stuck when it is entangled in a blockage, such as the power cable that is draped over a rug. It won't function until you remove it manually. While it was not common but it was a very frustrating experience when it happened and especially because the X1 Omni doesn't have a "stuck" status alert on its app.
The X1 Omni cannot automatically switch from mopping mode to vacuuming mode during cleaning. You'll have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't an issue aside from the fact that the mopping pads aren't cleaned and dried between uses which could lead to mildew or mold.
On the positive side the X1 Omni is a beautiful-looking robot vacuum best thanks to the design team at Jacob Jensen (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who came up with its modern, sleek base and mopping pad apparatus. It's a significant difference from the utilitarian black bases of competitors like Roborock or iRobot. It's also a welcome sight for an industry dominated by boxy models.