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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner A robot vacuum can help you save time and effort in the case of regular touch-ups. The top models do a great job of removing dust and light debris, and most allow you to create no-go zones for pets or power cords. The more expensive ones will even sweep your floor, but they can't climb up the stairs. Look for models with intelligent mapping, real-time hazards avoidance, and large self-emptying bins. Best Overall The top robots in our testing are efficient, easy to use, and able to cope with everyday debris. You'll also need a robot that can handle stairs and has adequate cleaning power for carpets. If you're looking for additional features, you may be interested in a robot equipped with smart mapping technology or an app that lets you control it remotely. Camryn Rabideau, a contributing shopping writer at PEOPLE and a product reviewer who has tested several robotic vacuums, has been credited with testing dozens of robot vacuums. She prefers the ones with the most features, such as those that have self-emptying bins and charging stations that automatically empty and refill water tanks to mop robotic vacuums. She's also a big fan of the robots that are able to detect landmarks such as furniture legs and power cords to ensure they don't get tripped up when climbing stairs. When compared to the top-rated models this Black and Decker robot vacuum has less object-avoidance technology and its score for navigation is lower. automatic vacuum cleaner comes with a huge, non-refillable dustbin and a long battery. It also comes with a feature which allows you to schedule cleaning sessions, and then return to the place it stopped last, making it easier to cover larger spaces. This model is a great choice for pet owners because it will prevent the tangles of fur and food particles. In our tests in our tests, the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combines with a LIDAR sensor that maps rooms and identify obstacles using a structured light sensor to identify objects and detect edges. It can avoid stairs, liquid droplets, and furniture legs easily with this combination. It also has the ability to save up to four floor plans for future use. It can pause and resume cleaning at any point, so that you can continue doing chores while it does. The included app offers the 3D image of your home, room labels, and more 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 such as baking soda and sand as well as larger objects, like orzo pasta and screws made of metal. The only drawbacks are that it's not able to mop and its navigation system is less impressive. The best for Carpet If you have carpeting in your home, look for a vacuum that has strong pickup and maneuverability scores on carpets and rug. Many models do a decent job of picking up dust that is embedded in carpets with low pile and some do a good job of sweeping up heavier debris like orzo pasta, metal screws and pet hair. However, they can't handle small particles like an upright or canister vacuum and may also be unable to pick up dirt in the vicinity of baseboards and thresholds. The best choice for most carpeted homes is a two-in-one robot vacuum/mop, which allows you to swap between the cleaning bin as well as a damp mopping pad. The Roborock Q Revo is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop that can clean and mop at the same time with circular pads that spin at 200 rpm. It detects and lifts the pads when it comes into contact with carpet to prevent wetting the floor. You do not need to take them off or replace them after every use. The Q Revo is also superior to other robot vacuums/mops in avoiding obstacles and rugs, while also getting close to them and thresholds and avoiding obstacles. The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another option worth considering. It was a great performer in our tests, and you can schedule it to sweep your home while you are away. It can be set to mop only. We loved its navigation on floors that are not bare as well as carpets. The Combo i5 also has a very long runtime and a great path-planning feature for such a small device. If you're looking to buy a high-tech vacuum that is high-tech, the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop is a great alternative. It has a large dock that can last for weeks without having to be emptied. It also features impressive navigation and auto-emptying capabilities on carpets and bare floors. It's also got a smart-mapping system and can be programmed to be operational during certain times of the day (a useful feature that can keep the sly kids and pets from running it amuck). The Shark has less suction power than other robot vacuum/mop combos, but its still very good at picking up hair and pet hair and is the most affordable of our top picks. Ideal for Hard Floors Robot vacuums are the ideal option for hardwood floors since they are able to easily maneuver around obstacles and not damage surfaces that are not bare. They are great in removing dust and crumbs but struggle with pet hair and larger debris. They lack the suction power of an upright or a top-quality canister vacuum, making them unsuitable for deep cleaning carpeted or upholstery areas. The best two-in-1 robots combine mopping and vacuum and take care of an entire task in one pass. Look for models that have an onboard sensor to detect any changes in the flooring and adjust suction accordingly. This feature is available on the ECOVACS Deebot T9+ and lets it effortlessly switch from hard carpeting to soft carpeting. If your home is primarily comprised of hardwood floors, you should consider an automated vacuum and mop combination like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model features an efficient robot vacuum with intelligent navigation to clean hardwood floors and other hard surfaces, and it can mop too. Its sensors help it avoid the stairs and other hazards, so you don't have to worry about the bot plummeting down the stairs and damaging your hardwood. The eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to clean hardwood floors using downward pressure, instead of simply swab them to get rid of dust and dirt. The pads that are reusable reduce waste and spread less germs. They can also be cleaned at docking stations to help save time. The mop pads can also be washed and dried to avoid spreading mold. Both the robovac and mop can be controlled by your smartphone to make it easier to manage the device. You can, for example make use of the app to designate areas that the vacuum won't enter, label different rooms, or schedule specific cleaning times. The eufy S1 Pro has an auto-emptying port that collects debris through trapdoors and then puts it into 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 Like the name suggests the robots are best suited for small areas. They have smaller bins, which hold less debris. They are also more efficient in maneuvering around tight corners as opposed to larger models. They can also be tucked under furniture, where the bigger robots struggle to reach. They are usually less expensive than the more expensive models, however, you'll need to manually empty their dirt bins at end of each cleaning session. A few years ago, robot vacuums went through a major change as manufacturers began adding sensors to help them navigate and avoid household objects that their traditional sensors would become stuck on or over. This has reduced the number of times our testers needed to clean up after a robotic snag, whether it was a power cord, toy or pet waste. The new sensors don't solve all the issues that these devices have, however. The lower-end models are not able to tackle the same obstacles as older models, and they require a certain level of light in order to be able to see where they're moving. If you live in a dark house or have a lot of low-profile furniture, consider buying a model that utilizes top-mounted spinning laser units to map your space, like our top overall and runner-up choices do. This lets them work in the dark and avoid obstacles like stairs. They can be programmed to only use their cliff sensors when they are near or on the ground, but not when they are above it. It's essential to cover mirrors to prevent this from occurring. The laser used by the LIDAR-based models may bounce off reflective surfaces, making the robot think it's in another room. Some of the models we recommend allow you to create virtual no-go zones in areas you do not want the robot go, which is useful if you have small children or pets. These features aren't on all models we test. Check out our complete reviews before making your choice.