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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner A robot vacuum will help you save time and effort in the case of regular touch-ups. Top performers are good at picking up dust, light debris and cords. The most expensive models will even sweep your floor but they aren't able to climb up stairs. Find models with smart mapping, real time hazards avoidance, and large self-emptying bins. Best Overall The top robots that we have tested are effective and user-friendly, and able to keep up with everyday debris. You'll need a robot that has adequate carpet-picking capabilities and the capability to climb stairs. And, if you're looking for additional features, you may be interested in a robot that uses smart mapping technology, or an application that allows you to control the robot remotely. Camryn Rabideau, a contributing shopping writer at PEOPLE and a product reviewer who has tested numerous robotic vacuums, is acknowledged for her work in testing numerous robot vacuums. She prefers the ones with the most features like those with self-emptying bins and charging stations that automatically empty and fill water tanks for mopping robotic vacuums. She also enjoys robots that can recognize landmarks such as furniture legs and power cables so they won't get tripped up when climbing steps. Compared to the top-rated models, this Black and Decker robot vacuum isn't as advanced in its object-avoidance capabilities, and its navigation score is lower. However, it does have an enormous dust bin that doesn't need regular emptying and has a lengthy battery life. It also has an option that allows you to schedule cleaning times and return to where it stopped at the last point, making it easier for you to clean larger areas. This model is also a good option for pet owners as it can spot and prevent tangled hair as well as fallen food particles. In our tests, we observed that the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combined with a LIDAR (light) sensor which can map rooms and detect obstacles using a structured-light sensor that can detect objects and detect edges. The combination lets it avoid steps, drops of liquid and furniture legs with ease and save up to four floor maps for future references. It is able to pause and resume cleaning at any time, so you can continue to do chores while it is working. The included app offers an interactive 3D model of your home, room labels and more advanced cleaning options. While this robot can't clean as well as our top-rated models, it is superior in removing fine debris like sand and baking soda and heavier objects, like orzo pasta and screws made of metal. Its only downsides are that it cannot mop and that its navigation system is less impressive. The best for Carpet If you have carpeting, choose a robot vacuum that has a high score for rug and carpet mobility and pickup. Many models do a decent job of picking up dust that has been embedded in carpets with a low pile and a few are capable of cleaning up larger debris such as orzo pasta, metal screws and pet hair. However, they aren't able to pick up fine particles as well as canister or upright vacuums and may also not pick up dirt that is ground-in close to thresholds and baseboards. The best choice for most carpeted areas is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum/mop. It lets you swap in a cleaning bin and mopping pad that is damp. The Roborock Q Revo is a 2-in-1 robotic vacuum/mop that is able to clean and mop simultaneously with circular pads that spin at 200 revolutions per minute. It detects and lifts its pads when it comes into contact with carpet, which prevents the floor from becoming wet. You don't have to remove them or replace them each time. The Q Revo also performs better than other robot vacuum/mops in the absence of obstacles and in getting close to rugs and thresholds. The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another solid option. It was a great performer in our tests, and you can schedule it to tidy your home even when you're away. It can be set to only mop and we loved its remarkable navigation on carpets and floors and its ability to go over and up onto furniture. The Combo i5 also has a very long runtime and great path planning for a device of this size. If you want a more high-tech model, consider the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum & Mop. It has a large charging dock that can run for several weeks without having to be empty and has amazing navigation capabilities and auto-emptying on carpets and floors. It also has a clever mapping system and can be set to run only during specific hours (a useful feature to stop the sly children and animals from running wild). The Shark isn't as powerful than some other robot vacuum/mop combos, but its still very good at picking up hair and pet hair. It is the best value of our top picks. Best for Hard Flooring Robot vacuums are best for floors made of hardwood, since they can maneuver around obstacles without causing damage to the surfaces that are not. They are excellent at of picking up crumbs and dust, but they struggle with pet hair and other large debris. They lack the suction power of the top canister or upright vacuum, which makes them a poor choice for deep cleaning carpeted or upholstery areas. The most effective robots come with two-in-one features, combining mop and vacuum to complete the job in one step. If you have flooring that is mixed choose a model with an onboard sensor that detects any changes in floor texture and adjusts suction accordingly. The ECOVACS DEEBOT T9+, for example, has this feature and can transition seamlessly from soft to hard carpeting. If you have a lot of hardwood floors in your home, you might want to consider a robot mop and vacuum combination like the Eufy S1 Pro. self cleaning vacuum comes with an impressive robotic vacuum that has smart navigation that can clean hardwood floors and other surfaces. It also mop. The sensors help it avoid staircases and other hazards, so you don't have to worry about the robot falling down the stairs and damaging your hardwood. When you need mops the Eufy S1 Pro is designed to actually wash hardwood floors with downward pressure rather than wipe them to remove light dust and dirt. The mop pads that are reusable reduce the amount of waste and reduce the spread of germs, and can be cleaned in the docking station, saving you time. They are also able to be washed, dried and reused. The robovac can be controlled by your smartphone, making it much easier to use. For instance, you can utilize the app to create zones where the vacuum cannot enter, label different rooms or schedule specific cleaning sessions. The eufy S1 Pro also has an auto-emptying dock that sucks debris through a trapdoor, and puts it in a disposable or bagless bin, so you don't have to empty the bin manually like you do with other models. Best for Small Spaces These robots are made to work in small spaces. They have smaller bins that hold less waste, and they're more efficient than the larger models when it comes to maneuvering tight corners. They can also fit under furniture, whereas bigger robots struggle to reach. These robots are also cheaper than more expensive models, but you will have to empty their dirt compartments manually at the end of each cleaning session. A few years ago, robot vacuums underwent a significant change as manufacturers began adding sensors to help navigate around and avoid household objects that their traditional sensors would become stuck on or over. These advancements decreased the amount of times our testers had to clean up after a robotic snag, whether it was a power cord, toy or pet waste. However, the latest sensors haven't resolved all of these machines' problems. The cheaper models are still unable to navigate the same obstacles as the older models, and they need a certain level of light to see where they are going. Look into a model that uses an LIDAR spinning unit that is placed on top of the model to trace the area. Our best overall model and the runners-up use this. This allows them to work in darkness and avoid obstacles such as stairs. In addition being capable of working in dark, these models can be programmed to use their cliff sensors only on or near the floor, not above them. You'll still need to cover any mirrors that might interfere with this function though, as the laser used by a laser-based model could bounce off reflective surfaces and cause the robot to believe it's in a different room. A few of the models we recommend allow you to create virtual no-go zones to protect areas you do not want the robot go, which is useful if you have small children or pets. These features aren't included on all the models we've tested, so be sure to review our full reviews of the choices below before you make a purchase.