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How to Choose the Best robot vacuum cleaners Vacuum Cleaner

A robot vacuum will save you lots of time and robotic vacuums effort in the case of regular touch-ups. The best ones are adept at getting rid of dust as well as light debris and cords.

The higher-end models even sweep your floors, but they can't climb the stairs. Find models with intelligent mapping, real-time hazard avoidance and large self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The best robots that we have tested are effective and easy to use and able to keep up with everyday debris. You'll also need a robot capable of handling stairs and has good 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 app that lets you control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing shopping writer and product reviewer at PEOPLE who has tried many robotic vacuums. She's a huge fan of robotic vacuums that offer the greatest convenience, including self-emptying dustbins and charging docks that automatically empty and refill the water tanks used by mopping robots. She's also a big fan of the robots that are able to recognize landmarks such as furniture legs and power cords, so they don't get tripped up when climbing stairs.

This robot from Black and Decker has a lower navigation score and has less technology for avoiding objects than the most popular models. It comes with a large non-refillable dustbin as well as a long battery. It also has a feature which allows you to schedule cleaning sessions and then return to where it stopped last, making it easier to clean larger areas. This model is an excellent choice for pet owners because it will prevent the tangles of fur and food particles.

In our tests, we found that the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combined a LIDAR (light) sensor which can map rooms and detect obstacles with a structured-light sensor to identify objects as well as detect edges. The combination allows it to avoid stairs, droplets of liquid, and furniture legs with ease and save up to four floor maps for future references. It is able to pause and resume the cleaning process at any point, so that you can continue with your chores while it does. The app provides an interactive 3D model of your home with room labels as well as advanced cleaning options.

This model isn't as good at cleaning like our top models, but it is great at picking up heavier items like orzo pasta, metal screws, and even fine particles like sand. Its only downsides are that it's not able to mop and that its navigation system is less impressive.

Best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, select a robot vacuum that scores high for carpet and rug mobility and pickup. A lot of models are adept at cleaning dust from low-pile carpets, and some are capable of picking up heavier debris like orzo pasta and metal screws. They can't take in fine particles like an upright canister, and they may miss dirt close to thresholds or baseboards.

The best option for carpeted areas is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum/mop, which allows you to swap out a cleaning bin and a damp mopping pad. The Roborock Q Revo is a 2-in-1 robotic vacuum/mop that is able to clean and mop simultaneously with circular pads spinning at 200 revolutions per minute. It automatically detects and lifts the pads when it comes into contact with carpet to prevent wetting the floor vacuum robot, and you don't have to take them off or replace them after every use. The Q Revo is also more efficient than other robot vacuums/mops when it comes to the absence of obstacles and in being close to carpets and thresholds.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another solid option. It was a great performer in our tests and you can program it to sweep your home even when you're away. It can be set up to only mop. We loved its navigation on bare floors as well as rug. The Combo i5 has a long runtime and excellent path planning for a device of this size.

If you're looking for a high-tech vacuum that is high-tech, the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 robot broom Vacuum & Mop is a great option. It comes with a huge dock that can last for weeks and not need to be empty. It also has amazing ability to navigate and auto-empty on carpets and bare floors. It also has a smart-mapping feature and can be programmed to be operational during certain times of the day (a handy feature for keeping the sly kids and pets from causing havoc). The Shark isn't as powerful than other mop/robot combos however it's still good at picking up hair and pet hair. It is the best value among our top picks.

The best choice for hardwood floors

Robot vacuums are the best choice for hardwood floors as they can easily navigate around obstacles without damaging bare surfaces. They do an excellent job of picking up crumbs and robotic vacuums dust, but they struggle with pet hair and larger debris. They don't have the suction power of a top-of-the-line upright or canister vacuum, which is why they're not an ideal option for rooms with carpets or upholstery that needs deep cleaning.

The most effective robots are two-in-one, combining a vacuum with a mop to complete the job in one step. Choose models that have an onboard sensor that detects changes in the floor's texture and adjust suction accordingly. The ECOVACS DEEBOT T9+ for instance, comes with this feature and can move effortlessly from hard to soft carpeting.

If you have lots of hardwood flooring in your home you might want to consider a robot mop and vacuum combination like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model uses a powerful robot vacuum with intelligent navigation to clean hardwood floors and other hard surfaces, plus it can mop as well. Its sensors let it stay clear of hazards like stairs.

When you need mops the Eufy S1 Pro is designed to actually wash hardwood floors using downward pressure rather than wipe them to remove light dust and dirt. Its pads that can be reused reduce waste and spread less germs. They can also be cleaned at the docking stations to save time. The mop pads can also be washed and dried to stop the spread of mold.

Both the robovac and mop can be controlled from your smartphone to make it easier to manage the device. For instance you can make use of the app to designate 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 the 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

As the name implies the robots are best designed for smaller spaces. They have smaller bins that contain less debris, and they're more efficient than larger models when it comes to navigating tight corners. They can also fit under furniture where larger robots can't reach. They tend to be cheaper than the more expensive models, as well, but you'll have to empty them manually from their dirt compartments at the end of each cleaning session.

A few years back robotic vacuums experienced significant changes. Manufacturers began to add sensors that allowed them to navigate around and avoid household items that their traditional sensors could get stuck on or run across. This improved the number of times our testers were required to clean up after a robotic incident.

The new sensors don't solve all the problems with these devices however. The cheapest models are still struggling with the same issues that the older ones faced, and many of them require a certain amount of illumination to be able see where they're headed. You should consider an option that incorporates a spinning LIDAR device mounted on top to trace the space. Our top overall models and runners-up models do this. This will allow them to stay clear of stairs and other obstacles while working in the dark.

These models can also be programmed to use their cliff sensors when they are in or near the ground, and not when they are above it. It is essential to cover mirrors in order to stop this from happening. The laser used by the LIDAR-based models could bounce off reflective surfaces, causing the robot to think it's in another room.

Some of the models we recommend let you create virtual no-go zones for areas you don't want the robot to visit. This is a great option for those with pets or small children. These features aren't available on all models we test. Check out our complete reviews before deciding.