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Top Rated Robot Vacuums A robot vacuum is able to keep floors clean enough to decrease the frequency you'll need to manually vacuum. Choose one that has good navigation, can clean corners and stairs and has a huge dust bin that needs emptying only every few times. There are also models that mop and charge on their own, a feature that may be important for people with pets or children. A lot of the top performers in our tests have decent obstacle avoidance. 1. iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO The i3+ EVO and its i3 EVO sibling, the i3 EVO, are identical robots, but they differ in that the i3+ has self-emptying capabilities. The i3+ is a great alternative for those who want a an automated, hands-free cleaning experience but are willing to manually empty the dust bin once it gets full. Both robots are adept at picking up surface debris off hard floors and carpets, and they're excellent at maneuvering around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software creates a smart maps of your home to assist the i3+ to navigate and clean up efficiently. However, unlike the i7+ or other top-rated robots that we tested the i3+ does not have any obstacle-avoidance features which means it can get stuck on things like power cords or socks, and may have issues traversing transitions across surfaces like hardwood to rug. iRobot suggests that you clean the area around the i3+ EVO vacuums before using it. This includes putting away any toys or clutter it might encounter. It's also an excellent idea to keep the dust bin and filter clear so they aren't clogged by dirt. If the i3+'s internal bin is empty or the battery is depleted, it returns to the docking station and automatically emptys the dirt into the docking station's external dustbin. Then it continues cleaning where it left off. The battery's life span is approximately an hour and a half of continuous use. It takes about three hours to charge. 2. IRobot Roomba i7+ The iRobot Roomba i7+ is the most powerful model in iRobot's flagship line, and it comes with all the latest features. It's self-charging and self-navigating. However, the most important feature is its self-emptying bin. This removes the need for routine maintenance. The Roomba i7+ is able to remember up to 10 floor plans and their names using Imprint Smart Mapping, a system that allows it to map rooms so it can clean them more efficiently. It also integrates with iRobot Home to schedule cleaning tasks, and you can control your robot through the app or by voice. In our tests the i7+ was quicker and more maneuverable than our runner-up which was the eufy RoboVac G30, and it took large pieces of pet hair from all surface types including carpeting. Robot Vacuum Mops over the Eufy is the self-emptying bin which eliminates the main sources of maintenance and lowers the cost of recurring maintenance. We were also impressed with the i7+'s compatibility Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant AI services. We utilized these services to instruct the robot to start or stop cleaning sessions, as well as to move around the room and vacuum a particular area. The iRobot Home App made it easy to connect the i7+ to these services. Once connected to these services, we were able use the i7+'s voice commands such as “Hey Alexa, vacuum the master bedroom.” The iRobot Home App also offers options for managing i7+ settings and evaluating the performance. 3. Dyson Cyclone V10 In a world full of vacuums with cords that look like minivans or buses, this tiny Dyson model feels like an automobile. It has the power and features to replace a stand-up vacuum for most households and can fit nicely on a coffee table or on shelves where you can move it around like a magic device. The V10 is powered by a seven-cell, energy-dense lithium-ion battery which produces fade-free power for 60 minutes. The advanced whole-machine filtering system captures allergens, and then lets cleaner air into your home. The cleaning head is specially designed to drive bristles of nylon that are stiff and deep into carpet to collect large crumbs and fine dust. It has three different suction modes that can be adjusted to the specific task. It quickly converts from handheld vacuum to floor vacuum and back again. The model also comes with a dock that charges to 100% in around 3.5 hours and offers an easy access to two attachments and an clip for a wand. This is a huge improvement over the older Dysons, that require a long charge and are difficult to store. The V10's biggest drawback is its sluggish run time. Its claims on the market that it has up to 60 minutes of run time are not true, as CR's testing shows. This is a common, not exceptional, battery-powered vacuum's run time. This is still enough to clean most of an average-sized house, but not quite long enough to cover every spot (though an additional run-through often can be effective). This model has its own advantages, however: it's lighter and more maneuverable than older Dysons cordless models, and its vacuuming ability is noticeably superior on low-pile floor carpet. 4. iRobot Roomba 694 One of iRobot's most adored robot vacuums, the 694 is an affordable model that's a good choice for people who don't wish to spend too much money on a robot. It's capable of sucking up a variety of types of debris and sizes during our testing, and it often goes over the same areas many times to get a really thorough clean. Its flat front end helps it to reach into corners and along the walls' edges which is a nice feature. Its smart navigation system uses iAdapt technology to stay clear of obstacles and help you navigate your home. However, it isn't equipped with the capabilities for mapping of more advanced models, such as our top picks, the i3+EVO and the j7+ Series. This means that it can sometimes get stuck on things like phone cords or furniture that isn't in good condition, and frequently runs out of battery power before making it back to its original location. The Xiaomi Mi robot vacuum is superior to the Roomba 694 in all aspects because it has fewer parts that need regular cleaning, is fitted with an allergen-trapping HEPA filter, has lower recurring costs, comes with more advanced automation capabilities and is more efficient in moving itself. It also has a larger dustbin and is charged faster. The eufy RoboVac X8 is superior to the Roomba 694 for most purposes, as it has a longer battery life, has the ability to alter the suction power mode by hand and has physical boundary strips, and can be operated by your phone's voice assistant. It is also more robust, has a more powerful motor, and performs better on low-pile and bare floors. 5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+ Samsung is a well-known brand in the field of home electronics. It's not surprising, then, that they are one of the top makers of robot vacuums and mop. Jet Bot AI+ has an advanced onboard technology that allows to navigate and avoid obstacles. The app offers a variety of options to customize your robotic cleaner, such as virtual barriers, mopping water levels and behavior modification, docking frequency settings, and much more. It's easy to understand and easy to use, just as is the case with other Samsung devices. In our tests, the Jet Bot AI+ performed well on hard floors, and cleaned up 86% of dog hair (on carpet). However, it did not do particularly well with higher-up objects like cords or socks which was a disappointment. It's also more expensive than the other models we've tested, and this could be a deal breaker for some buyers. The app lets you access the camera onboard of the smart vacuum. You can also create live streaming from the robot's cleaning area. This feature allows you to check in on pets or children when you're away from home. The dustbin and the filter can be cleaned to ensure an easy, quick clean-up. The Jet Bot AI+ also has a clean station that self-empties, which helps keep the robot's dustbin clean and maximizes suction power for each cleaning. 6. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum Black and Decker robots have been designed specifically for hard flooring. They come with a wide cleaning path as well as a large dust bin that can hold 2X more debris than competitors to keep the area free of debris for the longest period of time. In addition, they have two side sweepers that clean up around edges and in corners. The POWERSERIES Extreme model also comes with AutoSense technology, which senses if it's picking up surface litter or embedded dirt and then automatically adjusts its power level. The vacuum also comes with an app that allows you to view an interactive map, control functions, and create schedules. You can also monitor the vacuum's status and send it to the dock for charging at the press of a single button. The app allows you to modify the LEDs on the top of the vacuum so that you can determine where it is focused or if it has gotten stuck. The app also makes it easy to manually steer the robot in the event of need. For example my living room rug has a darkly colored border that can cause confusion for other robots I've tried. The HRV 425BL however continued to travel across the border without ever registering the cliff. The ability to program a weekly cleaning schedule for each week is a time-saving advantage.