Best Automatic Vacuum Cleaner Robots
Robot vacuums employ navigation tools like sensors cameras, lasers and sensors to map your space, clean efficiently and avoid obstacles. Some robot vacuums even mop and self-empty dustbins!
The majority of them connect to apps or digital voice assistants for hands-free cleaning. Certain models come with features like automatic docks and boundary strips that can help you reduce your work.
1. Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
Roborock is a household name for its high-end robot vacuum cleaners, and this flagship model isn't a disappointment. It comes with more advanced features than the previous models, but the primary selling point is its ability to effectively clean your home for you. It can identify floor types and stains as well as areas that are not to be cleaned. It does this by using a camera and smart map to analyze its surroundings. This lets it know what it should do at any given moment which means you don't have to keep pressing buttons or adjusting multiple modes.
It can mop like the other Roborock vacuums. This is a great addition to the Roborock line-up because it makes the robovac even better. The mop head can also be switched into a scrub mode to clean harder dirt. Another bonus feature is that the robovac has the ability to reach small thresholds for steps thanks to its front-mounted sensor and rotating FlexiArm.
It is easy to use, with the easy application that lets you set rooms for it to clean and customize settings. Rocky, its voice assistant, is responsive and can clearly understand commands. You can use it to give a list of commands or ask it to end an ongoing task. It is compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant and Matter-certified for Apple HomeKit integration.
auto vacuum has 5200mAh battery that can run for up to 180 minutes before returning to the dock to recharge. The battery is automatically empty and cleaned at the end each run. This reduces the charging time.
2. Dreame X40
The Dreame X40 Ultra vacuum cleaner is an extremely powerful machine that excels in both vacuuming and mopping. With suction power that is top of the line with innovative features, as well as pet-friendly features this vacuum cleaner is a great choice for busy households. The advanced navigation, obstacle avoidance, and customizable options make this robot vacuum cleaner among the top models available.
This robot vacuum makes use of an RGB camera to map out its surroundings and identify obstacles with artificial intelligence. This stops it from taking your cat's toy or a cable that is lying on the ground and damaging your floor. This feature also lets you to mark out certain areas that the robot should avoid when it is cleaning.
Dreame X40 also excels in mows and sweeps, thanks to a unique dual brush system that removes dirt in the corners of your living space. It can also clean baseboards, which makes it a great option for those with kids and pets. The robot vacuum is simple to set up and use, with a smart application that gives a variety of options for customization.
The robot vacuum also comes with a self-cleaning base, which automatically emptys the garbage bin and refills the tank with cleaning solution which saves your time. The robot vacuum can clean up to 308m2 in the time of 198 minutes. It will also return to its dock automatically to charge and allows you to effortlessly return to where it began. It is also compatible with Alexa Siri and Google Home so you can control it using your voice. Download the Dreame X40 App on iOS or Android to personalize your cleaning routine.
3. Eufy X10
The Eufy X10 offers a wide array of features at an affordable price. It can do everything you have a robot vacuum or mop to do, all at a fair price.
This model does an impressive job of tackling floor cleaning tasks with ease, from sweeping to mopping and even dusting. auto vacuum is smaller than its competitors and requires 50cm of room on either side and 150cm in front but for those who have the space it's capable of offering a completely hands-free clean.
The intelligent navigation technology of the X10 can track the layout and design of your home. It stores the information in its internal memory without ever sending it to the cloud. Combining AI See with iPath laser mapping technology the X10 can efficiently keep track of the layout of rooms and optimize cleaning routes for efficiency and thoroughness.
The X10 smart object recognition system is extremely efficient, allowing it identify and avoid hazards such as power cords. It is also able to automatically clean and recharge its battery which is a nice addition. The X10 gets stuck on thicker rugs. It slams into them with a loud roar and then the front brush is pushed into the rug.
Overall it's a top quality robot vacuum and mop, but it's disappointing due to a confusing application. As opposed to the iRobot app that guides you through the process of setting up your robot and teaching you how to use it, the Eufy Clean app leaves you to figure it out on your own. It's still a great alternative, though, and offers plenty of customizability for those that want to get the most of its capabilities.
4. SwitchBot S10
The SwitchBot S10 is a full-fledged vacuum cleaner and mop robot, which offers the best of both worlds to cleaning your home. It has an exclusive two-station design framework that allows it to provide water for mopping and also collect dust in the same machine, which results in complete automated cleaning.
It's outfitted with the standard sensors available on high-end robot vacuums to create a map of your household in real time, making sure to avoid obstacles, and also recognizing different kinds of carpets and hard floors. A front-facing AI camera is also included which makes it easier for you to navigate around your home and find areas that aren't accessible to robotic vacuums in general.
This powerful robotic device is outfitted with powerful suction motors capable of taking pet hair dirt, dust and other particles both from hard floors and low pile carpeting. It can also be customized using the app to meet your needs with specific cleaning routines, adjustments for vacuuming and mopping power and real-time updates of its condition.
The mop performs admirably. It comes with a RevoRoll roller that applies 10N of force to any flooring and it comes with a RinseSync cleaning system that cleans itself as it moves around your home. This helps keep the mop clean while it collects dirt and prevents it from spreading throughout your home.
Unfortunately, the S10's battery life isn't as good as some of its competitors. It may need an additional recharge if you have a larger house. It is also quite loud when it is in use and might not be suitable for use in areas where quiet is the preferred choice. However, it is an excellent value for its price. The SwitchBot S10 is sleek, modern design that makes it stand out model in its category.
5. K10 Plus
The K10 Plus is a new version of Switchbot's Mini robot vacuum. This latest version is a combination of an innovative Anti-Tangle Rubber Brush with an Advanced Position Sensitive Detector sensor (PSD) and an increased suction power of up to 3000Pa for better corner coverage.
Utilizing SLAM navigation and a user-friendly app that is easy to use, the K10 Plus cleans thoroughly and efficiently. The PSD sensor works in tandem with an rotary brush that can be used to navigate through furniture. The four-stage cleaning system combines, lifts, sweeps and vacuums up debris from floors and carpets. The dust bin automatically emptys itself, so you don't have to worry about emptying it frequently.
You can also mark areas in the space you don't want the robot to enter like power cords or pet toys. This is a standard feature in most robotic vacuums and is particularly useful when you have certain parts of the home that need more attention than others.
You can set the K10 Plus to return to its base station every 60 90, 75 or 60 minutes to automatically empty its trash bin. This is a significant improvement over other robots which have to be returned and manually empty. It will help you save a lot of time.
In my tests, the K10 Plus had a very excellent battery life. It lasted 110 mins on one run. This is much more than iRobot Roomba Combo's 127 mins.
The K10 Plus is a compact device that can be easily placed under furniture or in smaller spaces. It connects to Wi-Fi and has Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri shortcuts. It works with IFTTT, Samsung SmartThings and IFTTT. Its app tracks how often you use its accessories, including the side brushes, filters and dust bag. This will inform you when to replace them.