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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

A robot vacuum cleaner price vacuum can save you a lot of time and hassle when it comes to regular touch-ups. Top performers do a good job of removing dust and lightweight debris and allow you to designate no-go zones in pet areas or power cords.

The pricier ones even mop your floors--though they still can't climb stairs. Look for models that have smart mapping, real time safety features, and large self cleaning vacuum cleaner-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The best robots we tried were user-friendly, efficient, and able keep up with the daily messes. You'll need a robot that has decent carpet-picking capability and the ability to handle stairs. If you're looking for extra features, you might be interested in a model equipped with smart mapping technology or an application that allows you to control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing reviewer and writer for shopping at PEOPLE who has tested many robotic vacuums. She's a fan of the robovacs that offer the most convenience, such as self cleaning vacuum-emptying bins and charging docks that automatically empty and refill the water tanks used by mopping robots. She also loves robots that recognize landmarks such as furniture legs and power cables, so they won't trip up when climbing the stairs.

When compared to the top-rated models, this Black and Decker vacuum has less object-avoidance technology and its navigation score is lower. However, it has an ample dust bin that doesn't require frequent emptying, and has a long battery life. It also has a feature which allows you to schedule cleaning times and then return to the place it stopped at the last point, making it easier to take care of larger areas. This model is a great choice 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 is able to map rooms and detect obstacles, with an organized light sensor to identify objects and detect edges. It can stay clear of stairs, liquid droplets, and furniture legs easily using this combination. It is also able to save up to four floor plans for later use. It is able to stop and restart the cleaning process at any point, so that you can continue doing chores while it works. The app provides the 3D image of your home with room labels as well as advanced cleaning options.

Although this robot isn't able to clean as well as our top-rated models but it excels in removing fine debris such as baking soda and sand, as well as heavier objects, like orzo pasta and screws made of metal. Its only drawbacks are that it's not able to mop, and has a less effective navigation system.

The best for Carpet

If you have carpeting in your home, search for a vacuum that has excellent pickup and good maneuverability scores on carpets and rug. Many models do a decent job of removing dust that has been embedded in carpets with a low pile and some are capable of cleaning up larger debris such as orzo pasta, metal screws and pet hair. They aren't able to pick up small particles like an upright canister, and may miss dirt close to thresholds or baseboards.

For most carpeted homes, a 2-in-1 robot mop/vacuum is the best option. It is possible to swap out an empty bin for a damp mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo, for example, vacuums and wet mop with circular pads that spin at 200 rotations per minute. It detects and lifts its pads when it comes into contact with carpet, which prevents the floor from getting wet. You don't need to take them off or replace them each time. The Q Revo is also better than other robot vacuums/mops in staying clear of obstacles such as rugs and thresholds, and staying clear of obstacles.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another solid option. It performed well in our tests and you can set it up to schedule it to tidy your home even when you're away. It can also be set to only mop and we were impressed by its remarkable navigation on carpets and floors as well as its ability to go up and over furniture. The Combo i5 also has a extremely long run time and a great path-planning feature for a device of this size.

If you want a more advanced model, look into the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum & Mop. It has a large dock that can last for weeks and not need to be empty. It also features impressive ability to navigate and auto-empty on carpets and bare floors. It also has a smart-mapping feature and can be programmed to only operate at certain times of the day (a useful feature that can keep the sly kids and pets from causing chaos). The Shark isn't as powerful as other robot vacuum/mop combinations, but it still manages to pick up pet hair and hair very well. It's also the highest value of our top choices.

Ideal for Hard Floors

Robot vacuums are the best choice for hardwood floors as they are able to easily maneuver around obstacles and not damage bare surfaces. They are capable of removing crumbs and dust, but they are unable to deal with pet hair and larger debris. They don't have the suction power of an expensive upright or canister vacuum, meaning they're not the best choice for carpeted rooms or upholstery that requires deep cleaning.

The best two-in-one robots combine a vacuum and a mop, taking care of a more complete chore in one go. If you have floors that are mixed, look for one with an onboard sensor which detects changes in floor texture and adjusts suction to match. The ECOVACS DEEBOT T9+, for instance, has this feature and can move seamlessly from hard to soft carpeting.

If you have lots of hardwood floors in your home, you might want to consider a robotic mop and vacuum combo like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model is a powerful robotic vacuum equipped with smart navigation that can clean hardwood and other surfaces. It can also mop. Its sensors let it avoid hazards such as stairs.

The eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to clean hardwood floors using downward pressure, instead of simply swab them in order to remove dirt and dust. The mop pads are reusable, which reduce the amount of waste, and spread germs less and can be cleaned at the docking station to save you time. The mops can also be washed and dried to avoid spreading mold.

Both the robovac as well as the mop can be controlled from your smartphone, making it easier to manage the device. For instance, you can, use the app to designate areas where the vacuum cannot be allowed to enter, label different rooms and schedule specific cleaning sessions. 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 need to empty the bin manually as often as you do with other models.

Ideal for small Spaces

These robots are designed for small spaces. They have smaller bins that hold less waste, and they're more efficient than the larger models in navigating tight corners. They can also fit underneath furniture that larger robots have difficulty reaching. They are usually less expensive than the pricier picks, too, although you'll need to empty their dirt storage compartments at the end of each cleaning session.

A couple of years ago, robotic vacuums went through a major change when manufacturers started adding sensors to help navigate and avoid household objects that their conventional sensors would get stuck on or run over. This has reduced the number of times that our testers had to clean up after a robotic snag, whether it was a power cord, toy or pet waste.

The new sensors don't solve all issues that these devices have, however. The cheapest models are still struggling with the same obstacles that the older models faced, and many of them need a certain amount of illumination to be able to see where they're going. If you reside in a dark area or have lots of furniture with low-profiles, consider buying a model that utilizes top robot vacuum-mounted spinning LIDAR units to map your area, like our top overall and runner-up picks do. This will allow them to avoid stairs and other barriers while working in the dark.

In addition to being capable of working in dark, these models can be programmed to use their cliff sensors only when they're on or near the floor, not above them. It's important to cover mirrors in order to stop this from occurring. The lasers used by LIDAR-based models may bounce off reflective surfaces, causing the robot to think it's in a different space.

Some of the models we recommend let you set up virtual no-go zones for areas you do not want the robot to move, which is beneficial if you have small children or pets. These features aren't available on all models we test. Check out our complete reviews before deciding.