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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner Robot vacuums can help you save time and effort when it comes to regular cleaning. The top models do a great job picking up dust and lightweight debris and many allow you to create no-go zones for pets or power cords. The most expensive models can even sweep your floors however they're not able to climb up the stairs. Look for models that have smart mapping, real-time hazard avoidance and large self-emptying bins. Best Overall The best robots we tried were efficient, easy-to-use, and able keep up with daily debris. You'll need a robot that has adequate carpet-picking capabilities and the ability to handle stairs. If you want a robot with additional features, think about a model that has smart mapping technology, or an app to control it remotely. Camryn Rabideau is a contributing reviewer and writer for shopping at PEOPLE who has tested numerous robotic vacuums. She's a fan of the robotic vacuums that offer the greatest convenience, such as self-emptying bins and charging docks that automatically empty and refill water tanks for mopping robots. She's also a fan of the robots that can recognize landmarks like furniture legs and power cords, so they don't get caught when climbing stairs. This Black and Decker robot has a lower navigation score and has less object-avoidance technology than the most popular models. However, it has a large dustbin that doesn't require regular emptying and has a lengthy battery life. Additionally, it comes with a feature that allows you to schedule cleaning sessions and return to the spot where it stopped last which makes it easier to tackle larger areas. This model is a great option for pet owners, since it is able to avoid the tangles of fur and food particles. In our tests, the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combines an LIDAR sensor that maps rooms and see obstacles with a structured light sensor that can identify objects and detect edges. The combination lets it avoid stairs, droplets of liquid, and furniture legs with ease and save up to four floor maps to be used in the future for reference. It can also stop the cleaning process at any time and pick up where it left off so that you can complete chores while the robot is working. The included app offers an interactive 3D model of your home, room labels, and advanced cleaning options. This model isn't as efficient in cleaning like our top models, however it is a pro in picking up larger items like orzo pasta, metal screws, and fine debris such as sand. The only drawbacks are that it isn't able to mop and its navigation system is less impressive. The best option for Carpet If you have carpeting in your home, look for a robotic vacuum that has good pickup and a high score for maneuverability on carpet and rugs. Many models are capable of cleaning dust from low-pile carpets, and some do a decently job of cleaning up larger debris like orzo pasta and screws made of steel. They can't take in small particles like an upright canister, and may be unable to pick up dirt close to baseboards or thresholds. The best choice for most carpeted homes is a two-in-one robot vacuum/mop. It allows you to swap between an empty bin for cleaning and a damp mopping pad. The Roborock Q Revo, for example, is a vacuum cleaner and wet mop with circular pads that rotate at 200 rotations per minute. It detects and lifts its pads when it comes in contact with carpets, preventing the floor from getting wet. It is not necessary to take them off or replace them each time. The Q Revo is also more efficient than other robot vacuums/mops when it comes to the absence of obstacles and in getting close to rugs and thresholds. The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another good option. It performed well in our tests and you can set it up to schedule it to tidy your home while you are away. It can be set to mop only, and we liked its remarkable navigation on carpets and floors, as well as its ability to go up and over furniture. The Combo i5 has a long runtime and excellent path-planning for the size of the device. If you're looking for a high-tech vacuum Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop is a fantastic alternative. It has a large dock that can last for weeks and not need to be cleaned. It also features impressive navigation and auto-emptying capabilities on carpets and floors with no floor. It's also got a smart-mapping system and can be programmed to operate at certain times of the day (a useful feature to keep the sly kids and pets from causing havoc). The Shark isn't as powerful than some other mop/robot combos, but its still very effective in removing hair and pet hair and is the most affordable of our top choices. Best for Hard Flooring Robot vacuums are the best option for hardwood floors since they are able to maneuver around obstacles without damaging bare surfaces. They are excellent at of removing crumbs and dust, but they struggle with pet hair and other large debris. They lack the suction power of an upright or a top-quality canister vacuum, which makes them a poor choice for deep cleaning upholstery or carpeted areas. The most effective two-in-one robots incorporate a vacuum and a mop and take care of the entire chore in one go. Look for a model that has an onboard sensor to detect changes in the floor texture and adjust suction in line with the changes. This feature is available on the ECOVACS Deebot T9+ and allows it to effortlessly transition from hard carpeting to soft carpeting. If you have a lot of hardwood flooring in your home, you may want to consider a robotic mop and vacuum combo like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model uses a powerful robot vacuum with intelligent navigation to clean hardwood floors and other hard surfaces, and it has the ability to mop as well. The sensors in it allow it to avoid hazards such as stairs. When it comes to mops the eufy S1 Pro is designed to actually wash hardwood floors with downward pressure rather than wipe them over to remove light dust and dirt. The mop pads are reusable, which reduce waste, make it less likely to spread germs and can be cleaned in the docking station to save you time. The mops can also be cleaned and dried to stop the spread of mold. Both the robovac as well as the mop are both controlled by your smartphone to make it easier to manage the device. You can, for instance, use the app to designate areas that the vacuum won't be allowed to enter, label different rooms, or schedule specific cleaning times. The Eufy S1 Pro also has an auto-emptying dock that collects debris through a trapdoor and puts it in a disposable or bagless bin, which means you don't need to manually empty the bin as often as you do with other models. Best for Small Spaces Like the name suggests, these robots are best designed for smaller areas. They have smaller bins that can hold less waste, and they're more efficient than the larger models in navigating tight corners. They can also fit under furniture, whereas larger robots struggle to get in. They are also less expensive than higher-end models, however you will have to empty their dirt compartments manually at the end of each cleaning session. A few years ago robotic vacuums experienced a major change. Manufacturers began to add sensors that helped them navigate and avoid household items that conventional sensors might get stuck on or run across. The improvements in technology reduced the number of times our testers were required to clean up after a robot incident. The new sensors don't solve all issues that these devices have, however. The cheapest models still struggle with the same obstacles that the older models faced, and many of them require a certain amount of illumination to be able to see where they're going. Look into a model that uses a spinning LIDAR unit that is mounted on top to map the area. Our top overall model and the runners-up have this feature. This lets them avoid stairs and other barriers while working in the dark. They can also be programmed to only use their cliff sensors when they are in or near the ground, but not when they are above it. It's important to cover mirrors in order to stop this from occurring. The lasers used by the LIDAR-based models could bounce off reflective surfaces, which makes the robot think it's in another room. Some of the models we recommend let you create virtual no-go zones for areas you don't wish the robot to go to. This is a great option when you have pets or children who are small. These features aren't on all models we test. Check out robotvacuummops before making your choice.