Five Lessons You Can Learn From Best Robot Vacuum That Mops

The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops

Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst at Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.

He tests and evaluates cleaning equipment. His main focus is mopping and robot vacuum combinations. These multitaskers can be ideal for those who want to eliminate mopping from their list of tasks. Some models have superior mapping and obstacles avoidance. Some wash and refill mopping pads for 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 on this list making it easier to maneuver in tight corners and under furniture. It features a 220 degree lidar which, when paired with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it some of the best robot cleaner navigation and obstacle avoidance I've ever seen in a robotic vacuum. It has a hefty 4600mAh battery that can last for up to 170-minutes, if mopping and suction are set to standard mode (it can run longer in turbo). It can even return to its dock to recharge its battery during the cleaning.

It's very efficient and does a great job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It cleans the carpeted rooms incredibly quickly and the hardwood floors in the hallways, and living room in a single pass. The suction motor's 8,000pa will quickly pick up dirt, crumbs, and pet hair. Carpet detection increases power automatically when it encounters rugs and the two side brushes help draw away debris from corners.

The mopping performance is a little less impressive, though not by much. The mop's rotating motor spins at a high speed and is pushed down with 2.2lbs of force, effortlessly scrubbing up dirt and staining. I've noticed that the front arms stick out slightly more than other robots, which is helpful to get into tight corners and along baseboards. The same front arms can also be used to scoop up larger objects like broken toys and books.

The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mops and vacuums I've tried. It is quieter and doesn't make as much noise when mopping or vacuuming. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it has to use a proprietary mopping solution and is sold separately. It is easy to set up and performs well. However should you purchase this robot vacuum solely for mopping you must pay attention to this.

The Roborock Q Revo

The Q Revo stands apart from most robot vacuum reviews vacuums that mops in its class. It has a robust suite of features that make it an ideal choice for homeowners who want an efficient, flexible and adaptable cleaning machine.

The device comes with a powerful cleaning system that combines LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This allows it to map out your home and also find furniture and other obstacles. It can then use this information to clean efficiently and intelligently. This ensures an even and thorough clean, while also being relatively fast.

The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad can reach a variety of surfaces. This includes corners, baseboards and other hard to reach places. The side brush can be stretched to reach the floor near to walls and other fixtures. The mop pads can also be washable and can be dried to reduce odors and prevent buildup.

Another feature worth mentioning is the customization options that are available through apps. The Q Revo allows you to adjust the suction level and select an back-and-forth or random pattern. You can also choose the number of passes, which will determine how quickly it can move around your home. You can also decide to turn off the side brush to avoid damaging carpets and rugs.

This device is expensive however it has many useful features. It is important to remember that the device is subject to recurring expenses in the form mopping supplies and regular maintenance. For instance brushrolls need to be replaced every six to twelve months or after 300 hours. The filter is to be cleaned every 150 hours, and mop pads should be changed every one to three months.

The robot vacuum mop has a high Amazon rating and comes with an array of physical automation features. The robot vacuum also has an energy button that doubles as the 'Clean button' and a Home' button to send it back home after cleaning. It also comes with a multi-functional dock which automatically empty the dustbin, refills its water tank and washes and drys its mop pads.

The Shark Matrix Plus

The Shark Matrix Plus will be a good option for busy professionals or anyone who wants to keep their home clean without spending too much time on chores. It is a powerful machine with intelligent 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 is able to perform vacuuming as well as mopping. The robot is divided into two modules, a dry bin and water tank that can be snapped in and out and a mopping unit that is equipped with a microfiber pad. It's not the most modern thing to have separate modules for mopping and vacuuming but it does mean you don't have to fret about changing disposable bags or refilling the tank of water.

Our test subjects discovered that the Matrix Plus did a great job of vacuuming as well as mopping. Its greatest feature is its accurate floorplan map, which it utilizes when cleaning. It was easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture rug, furniture, and other obstacles. The app also gives you the option to set "No-Go zones" as well as virtual barriers, which help to protect certain areas of your house from being cleaned with mop.

We also found that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well in picking up hair of pets. It was able to capture the majority of hair our cats shed and even found its way into the nooks and crannys of our stairs while other robots struggled. It was silent and also had a few pleasant jingles that let you know when it was about to start or finished its work.

Its biggest drawbacks were its lack of sophistication and the need to change between the modules to switch between mopping and vacuuming. The app is not able to store multiple maps. This can be an issue if your home has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus is a good choice for people who want a smart robot vacuum with mop that can do both mopping and vacuuming.

The Yiko X1 Omni

The X1 Omni is the most expensive robot vacuum that can be found in our review, but it has some distinct features that make it worth taking into consideration. The X1 Omni's most appealing feature is its huge dock, which doubles as a charging base and the housing for two water tanks, a cleaning sink and the 2.5-liter dust bin that is automatically emptys.

The base also has a number of buttons to control the system. These let you manually start a cleaning task or recall the robot vacuums that mop or run the dock's auto-emptying process. Press two of the buttons to toggle the child lock that is a great feature for parents who are worried about their children playing with the vacuum.

Like other robotic vacuums, the X1 Omni utilizes its camera to spot furniture and obstacles in its path, and then avoid them. Its True Mapping 2.0 navigation system can map your home 10 times faster than standard laser detection systems and is four times more precise in recognising objects.

This can cause the X1 to become stuck when it gets caught in a blockage, such as a power cable tangled over a rug. It will not work until you remove it manually. Although this is not a common occurrence, it was a frustrating experience when it happened particularly since the X1 Omni does not have an "stuck" status alert in its application.

The X1 Omni isn't able to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming mode during cleaning. You'll have to manually switch between the two modes, which isn't too bad apart from the fact that the mopping pads aren't cleaned and dried between uses which could lead to mildew or mold.

On the bright side, the X1 Omni is a beautiful-looking robot, thanks to the design team at Jacob Jensen (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who conceptualized its modern, sleek base and mopping pad apparatus. It's a big change from the utilitarian black bases of competitors like Roborock and iRobot, and a welcome view in a market that is dominated by bulky boxes and clunky models.