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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Robot vacuums will save you time and effort when it comes to cleaning. Top performers do a good job picking up dust and light debris and many allow you to create no-go zones for pets or power cords.

The more expensive models even clean your floors, but they can't climb the stairs. Look for models with intelligent mapping, real-time hazards avoidance, and large self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The best robots we tested were user-friendly, efficient and able to cope with the daily debris. You'll also need a buy robot vacuum cleaner that can take on stairs and that has decent ability to pick up carpets. If you're looking to add more features, you might be interested in a robot with smart mapping technology or an application that allows you to control the robot remotely.

Camryn Rabideau, a contributing shopping writer for PEOPLE and a product reviewer who has tried dozens robotic vacuums, is acknowledged for her work in testing numerous robot vacuums. She's a fan of the robot vacuums that provide the greatest convenience, such as self-emptying dustbins and charging docks that automatically empty and fill the water tanks used by mopping robots. She's also a fan of robots that detect landmarks such as furniture legs and power cords so they don't trip when climbing the stairs.

The Black and Decker model has a lower navigation score and has less technology for avoiding objects than the best-rated models. It comes with a large non-refillable dustbin as well as an extended battery. It also has a feature which allows you to schedule cleaning sessions and return to where it stopped last, making it easier for you to clean larger homes. This model is also a great option for pet owners as it can spot and prevent tangled hair as well as fallen food particles.

In our tests, we found that the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combined a LIDAR (light) sensor that can map rooms and detect obstacles using a structured-light sensor that can identify objects and detect edges. It is able to avoid stairs, liquid droplets, and furniture legs easily using this combination. It is also able to save up to four floor plans to be used in the future. It is also able to stop the cleaning process at any time and pick up where it left off, so you can do chores while the robot does its work. The app offers an interactive 3D model of your home with room labels and advanced cleaning options.

Although this robot isn't able to clean as well as our top-rated models, it is superior in removing fine debris like baking soda and sand as well as larger items, such as orzo pasta and screws made of metal. Its only drawbacks are that it's not able to mop, and has a slightly less effective navigation system.

The best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, select one that scores high for rug and carpet maneuverability and pickup. Many models are good at picking up dust in low-pile rugs, and some are capable of sweeping up heavier debris, such as orzo pasta and screws made of steel. However, they can't handle small particles as well as an upright or canister vacuum and can not pick up dirt that is ground-in close to baseboards and thresholds.

For most carpeted homes, a 2-in-1 robotic vacuum/mop is the best option. You can swap out a cleaning bin to a damp mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum/mop that can clean and mop simultaneously with circular pads that spin at 200 revolutions per minute. It automatically detects and lifts the pads when it comes into contact with carpet to prevent wetting the floor. You don't need to remove or replace them after each use. The Q Revo is also superior to other robot vacuum/mops at staying clear of obstacles such as rugs and thresholds and staying clear of obstacles.

Another good option is the iRobot Roomba Combo i5, which was a great performer in our tests and can be scheduled using the app to clean when you're away from home. It can be set to mop only and we loved its remarkable navigation on rug and floor surfaces, as well as its ability to climb over and up onto furniture. The Combo i5 also has a extremely long run time and a great path-planning feature for such a small device.

If you're looking for a high-tech vacuum, the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop is a great alternative. It comes with a large charging dock that can last for several weeks without having to be empty and boasts impressive navigation skills and automatic emptying on carpets and floors. It also has an intelligent mapping system that can be programmed to only be operational during certain times of the day (a useful feature that can keep the sly kids and pets from causing havoc). The Shark isn't as powerful than other robot vacuum/mop combos, but its still very good at picking up hair and pet hair. It is the best self cleaning vacuum value among our top choices.

Best for Hard Floors

Robot vacuums are the best choice for floors made of hardwood, since they can maneuver around obstacles without causing damage to floors that aren't. They are capable of picking up dust and crumbs, however they struggle with pet hair and other large debris. They lack the suction of the top canister or upright vacuum, making them unsuitable for deep cleaning carpeted or upholstery areas.

The best two-in-one robots combine mopping and vacuum and take care of an entire task in one pass. Choose a model that has an onboard sensor that can detect changes in the floor's texture and adjust suction in line with the changes. This feature is available on the ECOVACS Deebot T9+ and lets it effortlessly switch from hard carpeting to soft carpeting.

If your home is mostly made up of hardwood floors, you should consider an automated vacuum and mop combo like the eufy S1 Pro. This model is an impressive robotic vacuum that has intelligent navigation that can clean hardwood and other surfaces. It can also mop. The sensors help it avoid the stairs and other hazards, so you don't need to worry about the bot plummeting down the stairs and damaging your hardwood.

The eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to clean hardwood floors by applying downward pressure, not simply swab them to remove dirt and dust. Its pads that can be reused reduce waste and spread less germs. They can also be cleaned in docking stations to help save time. The mops are also able to be washed, dried and used again.

Both the robovac and the mop can be controlled from your smartphone, making it easier to manage the device. For instance, you can use the app to set up an area that the vacuum won't enter or mark rooms as separate or schedule cleaning sessions for certain areas. The eufy S1 Pro has an auto-emptying port that collects debris via trapdoors, and then stores it in a bagless or disposable bin. This means that you won't have to empty the bin manually as often as with other models.

Best for Small Spaces

These robots are made to work in small spaces. They have smaller bins that hold less debris, and they're more efficient than the larger models when it comes to maneuvering tight corners. They can also be placed under furniture where larger robots can't reach. They tend to be cheaper than the more expensive models, however, you'll need to empty them manually from their dirt bins at end of each cleaning session.

A few years ago, robot vacuums underwent a major transformation when manufacturers started adding sensors to help navigate and avoid household objects that traditional sensors would get stuck on or run over. These advancements have reduced the number of times that our testers had to clean up after a robotic snag whether it was an electrical cord, toy or pet waste.

However, the latest sensors haven't solved all of these machines' problems. The cheapest models are still struggling with the same challenges that the older models faced, and many of them need a certain amount of illumination to see where they're going. Consider getting one that has an LIDAR spinning unit that is mounted on top to map the space. Our best automatic vacuum cleaner overall model and the runners-up have this feature. This lets them work in the dark and avoid obstacles such as stairs.

In addition to being able to work in the dark, these models can be programmed to use their cliff sensors only when they're on or near the floor, not above them. You'll still need to shield any mirrors that may hinder this function, however, because the lasers used by a LIDAR-based model can bounce off reflective surfaces and cause the robot to think it is in another room.

Some of the models we recommend will allow you to create virtual no-go areas for areas you don't want the robot vacuum cleaner to visit. This is a great option when you have small children or pets. These features aren't offered on all the models we test, so be sure to read our full reviews of each model below prior to making a purchase.