Seven Reasons Why Best Robot Vacuum That Mops Is Important
The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops
Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst at Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.
He reviews and tests cleaning equipment, with a focus on robot vacuums and mopping combos. Multitaskers are a great choice for those who want to take mopping off their to-do list. They feature impressive mapping capabilities and obstacles-avoiding capabilities, and some wash and refill their own mopping pads to ensure a hands-free clean.
The Eufy S1 Pro
This is the model you should choose if you want an automatic vacuum cleaner that can also mop. It's smaller than the other models on this list which makes it easier to maneuver through tight corners and under furniture. It uses a 220 degree lidar which, when paired with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it the best navigation and object avoidance that I've ever seen in a robot vacuum. It has a 4600mAh battery that can last up to 170 minutes if mopping and sucking is set to standard mode. (It can be more efficient when using turbo). It will even return to its dock to recharge its battery mid-clean.
It's extremely quick and does an excellent job of cleaning my two bedroom apartment. It can vacuum carpeted rooms fast, and hardwood floors in the kitchen, living room, and hallways with just one sweep. Its 8,000pa motor is able to remove dirt, pet hair, and poop effortlessly. Carpet detection automatically boosts power when it detects rugs and the dual side brushes help to clean debris from corners.
The mopping performance is a little less impressive, but not by a lot. The mop rotates at a high velocity and is pushed down with 2.2lbs of force, easily cleaning up dirt and staining. I've noticed that the front arm extends out a little more than other robots. This is useful when getting into difficult corners or on baseboards. The front arms can also be used to clean up larger debris, like broken toys and books.
The S1 Pro is also one of the quietest robot mop and vacuums I've used. It is quieter and doesn't produce as much noise when mopping or vacuuming. The only issue is that the S1 Pro must use a specific cleaning solution to perform mopping and is separate from the vacuum. It's simple to install and works well however this is something that you'll have to keep an eye on in case you're purchasing this vacuum solely for the purpose of it mopping.
The Roborock Q Revo
The Q Revo stands apart from the majority of robot vacuums which mops in its class. It is equipped with a broad array of features that make it a great choice for homeowners looking to purchase a highly effective, versatile, and customizable cleaning machine.
The device comes with a powerful cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensor technology with an RGB camera. This allows it to map out the house and also detect furniture and other obstacles. This information can be used to clean efficiently and effectively. This will result in an effective, consistent cleaning which is also relatively quick.
In terms of mopping, Q Revo's DuoRoller mop pads can reach a wide range of surface areas. This includes baseboards, corners and other hard to reach spots. The side brush can be stretched to reach the floor close to the walls and other fixtures. The mop pads are also washable and can be dried to eliminate odors and stop buildup.
App-based customization is yet another noteworthy feature. The Q Revo lets you adjust the suction strength and select an back-and-forth or random pattern. You can also select the number of passes, which will determine the speed at which it can move around your home. You can also turn off the side brush to prevent damage to carpets and carpets.
The device comes with a high price tag but comes with a large selection of innovative features. It's important to keep in mind that it has recurring costs, such as mopping equipment and maintenance. For instance brushrolls need to be replaced every six to twelve months or after 300 hours. The filter is recommended to be cleaned after 150 hrs, and the mop pads must be changed every three month.
This robot cleaner with mop vacuum mop has an excellent Amazon rating and comes with an array of physical automation features. The robot vacuum also comes with an power button that doubles as a 'Clean' button' and a 'Home button that allows it to go home after cleaning. It also comes with a multifunctional dock that automatically empty the dustbin, refills its water tank, and cleans and dry its mop pads.
The Shark Matrix Plus
If you're a busy professional or someone who just wants a cleaner home without spending much time doing chores, the Shark Matrix Plus is a solid choice. Its powerful performance, intelligent navigation, and long battery life make it easy to maintain a clean home with little effort.
The Matrix Plus is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop which means it is able to handle both vacuuming and mopping. The robot vacuums best is divided into two components, a dry bin and water tank that can be snapped out and in and a mopping unit that is equipped with microfiber pads. It's a bit old-fashioned to have separate modules for mopping and vacuuming but it does mean that you don't have to fret about changing the bags for disposables or refilling the tank with water.
Our test subjects discovered that the Matrix Plus did a great job of vacuuming and mopping. Its greatest feature is its accurate floorplan map, which it uses when cleaning. The Matrix Plus was able to navigate easily around furniture, rugs and other obstacles. The app also gives you the option of setting 'No-Go zones' and virtual barriers that help to shield specific areas of your home from being swept with mop.
We also found that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well at picking up hair of pets. It was able to capture some of the hair our cats shed, and even got into the nooks and crannies on our stairs where other robots had struggled. The noise levels of the robot were low, and there were some nice jingles to inform you that it was starting and finishing its work.
The app was too basic and you had to change the modules each time you changed between vacuuming and mopping. The app is not able to keep multiple maps. This can be an issue if your home has multiple floors. The Matrix Plus robot is a great choice for those who want a smart device that can mop and vacuum.
The Yiko X1 Omni
The X1 Omni is the most expensive robot vacuum that mops in our review, but it comes with some distinctive features that make it worth taking into consideration. The X1 Omni is most well-known for its huge dock that serves as a charging base for the robot, a cleaning sink and two water tanks of 4 liters. It also houses two bins: a 2.5-liter dust bin as well as an 2.5 liter dust bin.
The base also has a variety of control buttons that allow you to start a cleaning job, recall the robot, or use the dock's automatic emptying process. Hold down two buttons to turn off the child lock. This is a wonderful feature for parents who are concerned about their children messing around with the vacuum.
The Omni Omni like other robotic vacuums, uses its camera to spot obstacles and furniture in its path. It will stay clear of them. Its True Mapping 2.0 navigation system can map your home 10 times faster than conventional laser detection systems and is four times more precise in finding objects.
Unfortunately this means that the X1 Omni can sometimes get so entangled with an obstacle--such as the power cord that is draped across a rug--that it becomes stuck and ceases to function until you free it. This was a rare incident, but frustrating nonetheless, since the X1 does not have a "stuck status" alert in its app.
Another possible issue is another issue is the X1 Omni's inability to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming modes during a cleaning session. You'll have to manually swap between the two, which isn't a big deal apart from the fact that mopping pads aren't washed and dried between uses and can cause mildew or mold.
The X1 Omni looks great, thanks to the Jacob Jensen design team (of Bang & Olufsen fame) who designed the sleek modern, contemporary base and mopping pad. It's a major change from the utilitarian black bases of competitors like Roborock and iRobot, and a welcome sight in a space that is dominated by clunky boxy models.
