These top 10 robot vacuum cleaners offer the latest in technological advancements to help keep your home and office floor tidy and clean with next to zero effort.
Best Robot Vacuums Roundup
Check out the top robot vacuums that come with a diverse range of functionality and tech to make light work of cleaning floors.
iRobot Roomba i7+ with Braava Jet M6 Mop
The iRobot i7+ cleans and empties itself automatically and is smart enough to dock for a recharge/empty and then return to where it left off for continuous cleaning.
Our Choice
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Automatic
The automatic dirt disposal system allows the vacuum to empty itself into an allergen lock bag that traps 99% of pollen and mold allergens.
Braava Jet M6
A mop companion that works in concert with the i7+ to clean up sticky messes and grime (like kitchen grease spills).
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Carpets
Coredy R3500S Robot Vacuum
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Hard Floors
ILIFE V8s 2-in-1 Vacuum & Mop
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Pet Hair
Shark IQ R101 Robot Vacuum
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Best Overall
Roborock S6 Robot Vacuum
Cleaning floors is arguably one of the most time-consuming and disliked of all household chores. It can also have an impact on the amount of productive work time you spend at your desk. But, it’s gotta be done.
Fortunately, robot vacuums are here to help.
Offering a range of technologies and smart features, you can be sure to find a vacuum to suit the specific needs of your home and office – depending on size, type of floors, obstacles (such as carpets, stairs, wires, etc), and pets.
To help you choose the right one we’ve focused on models that have proven to deliver excellent value for money – over a range of price points. Only robot vacuums that are popular, with excellent reviews are included in this list.
1. Roborock S5 Robot Vacuum and Mop
Roborock’s S5 Robot Vacuum and Mop comes packed with a range of smart features that take a lot of the hassle of maintaining a functional bit of tech like this a breeze.
Features
- Best-in-class smart navigation technology
- Synchronous sweeping and mopping
- Smart APP control
- 2000Pa suction
- Multi-mode system – carpet, quiet, mopping, balanced, turbo & max mode
- Ultra-high battery capacity
What I like most about the S5 is that fact that is can get up onto carpets – something my first robot vacuum couldn’t do without help – and then adjust its suction for seamless cleaning between different surface types.
A great option for larger households with plenty of different terrain and diverse cleaning requirements.
What People Say
Almost 80% of reviewers were extremely positive about this unit, giving it five out of five stars. In particular, a lot of people rate it very highly for hard floor cleaning and said that the mop feature is definitely worthwhile, but not (yet) a complete replacement for good old manual labor mopping. It also cleans carpets very well but is better suited to low pile carpets.
2. eufy BoostIQ RoboVac 30C MAX
eufy’s BoostIQ RoboVac 30C MAX is an elegant, super thin unit that delivers a full 2000Pa suction and comes with a variety of smart controls systems, including a remote, WiFi and voice, that make it easy to operate from wherever you are.
Features
- 2000Pa max suction power
- Quiet operation
- Control with WiFi or voice – EufyHome app, Alexa and Google Assistant
- BoostIQ Technology
- Boundary Strips
- Custom cleaning schedules
- Find my robot button
If, like me, you prefer a set ‘n forget type system then this is a great option for you. Configure cleaning schedules and have the robot work when it’s convenient for you without having the hassle of constantly setting up and packing away.
It’s also quiet. Allowing it to work in the background without interrupting your train of thought while you work.
What People Say
Most reviewers comment on how much they liked the peace and quiet – when it’s operating. For a small model it packs a surprising punch although a few people didn’t like the fact that it uses random movements to clean – instead of mapping out the room. Overall the consensus is that this is a great vacuum that helps clean your home more often than you would normally, in places you wouldn’t usually clean very well.
3. Coredy R3500S Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Coredy’s R3500S Robot Vacuum Cleaner is a smart vacuum that can easily be controlled using the smartphone app or voice controls (Alexa and Google Assistant).
Features
- WiFi Connected and works with Alexa and Google Assistan
- Remote control and Coredy App
- 1700Pa suction
- 550ml prevent-spill dust bin holds more debris
- Washable HEPA filter for convenient daily maintenance
- Boundary Strips and Smart Sensor
- “Find me” function
- Multiple cleaning modes
- Up to 120 minutes of constant
- Automatic charging dock return
- 1-year warranty
While not as powerful as some of the other vacuums in this list, the R3500S has a long battery life and can cover a lot of ground on a single charge. This makes it a great option for regular, light floor and carpet cleaning to keep the house presentable and tidy between manual cleanings.
It’s also a bit of a jack-of-all-trades in terms of surfaces it can clean – from hard floors and tile to low and medium pile carpets.
What People Say
Incredibly positive ratings overall, without about 90% of reviewers giving it four stars and up. Almost everyone commented on how quick and easy it is to setup and control using the app. Overall, the most common sentiment is that this is arguably the best ‘value for money’ robot vacuum around. It’s not the best at any one thing, but for the money it’s a great option.
4. Roborock S6 Robot Vacuum
Roborock’s S6 Robot Vacuum and Mop is an efficient and full-featured unit that has earned some fairly serious praise, including Best Robot Vacuum, 2019 by T3.
A great high-end option that uses technology to do away with a lot of minor hassles that plague other models. It doesn’t require manual barrier strips, for example.
Features
- Adaptive routing
- Edge optimized cleaning
- Selective room scheduling, zone cleaning, and virtual no-go zones
- 2000 Pa suction
- 3-hours of cleaning in quiet mode.
- Easy mopping
- Quiet cleaning volume of just 56dB in balanced mode
My personal favorite feature of the S6 is the adaptive route optimization that can learn the layout of your home or office and then work out he most efficient way to clean it. This means you get a better clean, more efficiently. Over time that means less wear and tear and power usage, saving you money.
What People Say
Quite a few reviewers actually tested the S6 against the performance of the earlier S5 model and other brands, finding that it is actually extremely efficient and can clean the same size room in less time. Overall, the quality of the cleaning was able to backup the technological advancements and features making this one of the best on the market.
5. iRobot Roomba i7+ with Automatic Dirt Disposal
iRobot’s Roomba i7+ Robot Vacuum has kicked things up a notch with the addition of an automatic dirt disposal system that takes care of one of the less pleasant chores of owning a robot vacuum.
Features
- Automatic dirt disposal with AllergenLock bag
- Imprint smart mapping
- WiFi or voice controls with Alexa or Google Assistant
- Intelligently maps and remembers multiple floor
- Keep Out Zones
- Imprint Link Technology allows Roomba i7+ and Braava jet m6 robots to automatically clean in sequence – vacuuming and then mopping
- Dual multi-surface rubber brushes
- AllergenLock bags use 4 layers of allergen blocking material to trap 99% of pollen, mold, and dust mites
Ok, look. I’m not lazy. It’s just that I really don’t like to waste my time stuck on repetitive chores when they could just as easily be handled by software or hardware.
Having a vacuum cleaner that can empty itself into a bag that can hold 60 days worth of dirt (meaning I don’t have to empty it more than once every month or so) is something I’m interested in. Very interested.
What People Say
Most owners rate the i7+ as an excellent option for larger, complex households with pets. The right option for busy people who need reliable cleaning done without having to constantly monitor or control the system. Overall very high ratings – especially given that this comes with a relatively hefty price tag.
6. iRobot Roomba 675 Robot Vacuum
iRobot’s Roomba 675 Robot Vacuum is a stalwart unit that helped propel the iRobot brand to fame. It comes packed with a host of smart features and technology at relatively low cost.
Features
- 3 stage cleaning system
- Dual multi surface brushes
- Auto Adjust cleaning head
- Patented Dirt Detect sensors
- Intelligent navigation
- Edge sweeping brush
- Connect and schedule from anywhere
- Use Alexa or Google Assistant voice control
- 90 minute run time
- Automatic docking and recharging
As one of the all time bestselling robot vacuums, the Roomba 675 is a great option for more modest cleaning needs and is a great entry level unit that will still do an incredibly good job of lifting pet hair and cleaning a range of hard floors and carpets.
What People Say
Owners loved the fact that it can clean everything from sand and dirt to pet hair. But pet hair is the big thing. People with pets loved it because it genuinely managed to lift out stubborn hairs and get access to places that hair tends to build up and get forgotten about. A fantastic, cheaper option for pet lovers.
7. ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO 950 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum Cleaner
ECOVACS’ DEEBOT OZMO 950 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum Cleaner & Mop offers some seriously great performance packaged in some pretty smart technology to tackle even the most challenging household cleaning tasks.
Features
- Remove up to 99.26% of bacteria on floors (study by Hygiene and Microbiology Research Center).
- Carpet detection avoids carpets during mopping
- Smart NAVI 3.0 with virtual boundaries to clean specific areas/rooms or avoid others
- 3 hours of run time
- 3 levels of suction power
- Multi-floor mapping
- Voice & app controls: Alexa & Google Assistant voice commands
- Scheduling
Carpet recognition is one of the most useful features in this device. You can sit back and relax safe in the knowledge that your carpets won’t be mopped and ruined without the hassle of having to set up physical or virtual no-go areas.
What People Say
Quite a few reviewers commented that they rarely, if ever, need to sweep or mop their homes anymore. A testament to just how well the OZMO can actually clean. That and the fact that it recognizes surfaces reliably makes it a well-liked option for people with plenty of rugs and carpets and some heavy duty cleaning requirements – like shedding labs.
8. Shark IQ R101 Robot Vacuum
Shark’s IQ R101 Robot Vacuum is a hassle free option that not only knows when to head home to dock and recharge, but also where to return and pick up where it left off. A great feature for larger households that need multiple charges worth of cleaning.
Features
- Self-cleaning brush roll
- Scheduling – whole-home or specific rooms
- Shark Clean app and voice controls with Alexa or Google Assistant
- Total home mapping with room select
- Dual edge and corner brushes
- XL dust cup
- Methodically cleans row by row and then navigates room to room for complete home coverage.
Powerful suction, combined with the self-cleaning brush rolls that prevents the brushes being tangled up with hair, makes this a great option for households with pets.
It’s also well-suited for large homes because it can hold a lot of dirt and continuously clean, recharge and clean again until it’s done.
What People Say
Most of the compliments are reserved for the way in which the household is efficiently mapped and then cleaned – even if that requires a trip to the docking station to recharge. All with little to no oversight and hassle. The perfect companion for people who like clean homes, efficient gadgets and quiet operation.
9. Shark IQ Robot Vacuum
Shark’s IQ Robot Vacuum with Self-Empty Base is the logical step up for anyone who wants a robot vacuum but also doesn’t want to have to constantly empty or clean it.
Like the previous IQ model, this one knows when to leave and where to pick up again. The only difference is this one will trundle off to empty itself too.
Features
- Bagless, self-emptying base holds up to 30 days of dirt
- Self-cleaning brush roll
- Scheduling – whole-home or specific rooms
- Shark Clean app and voice control with Alexa or Google Assistant.
- Total home mapping
- Dual edge and corner brushes
- IQ Nav
Like the Roomba i7+ mentioned earlier, this is a great alternative for anyone who is prepared to pay a bit extra to reduce the amount of time and effort spent cleaning out their vacuum.
Not having to think about cleaning the house for a whole month? Priceless.
What People Say
Again, impressive levels of efficiency are common praise for this device. People love the fact that it takes little to no effort to get up and running and then maps out the whole house quickly and efficiently to hand over better control over when and where it should clean, via the app. Definitely a worthwhile option if you are looking for high end features for cheap.
10. ILIFE V8s 2-in-1 Robotic Vacuum
ILIFE’s V8s 2-in-1 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner offers excellent suction power and a large dustbin to handle big cleaning jobs for anyone who is sick and tired of constantly picking up dog or cat hair from their floors.
Features
- Vacuuming, sweeping and damp mopping all in one
- Maintain hard floors including hardwood, tile, laminate and stone
- Pure, high suction generated by a powerful BLDC motor
- Tangle-free and easy maintenance.
- Large 0.75L dustbin holds more dirt
- 6 cleaning modes
- 3-speed water dropping control makes mopping efficient and reliable
- 12-month warranty and U.S. customer service
The V8s specializes in hard floors and, in particular, can be extremely effective at picking up hair from uneven surfaces, such as tiles with wide grouting. A fantastic option for households with a lot of uneven surfaces that require a more rugged vacuum cleaner.
What People Say
Very happy reviewers comment frequently on how quickly and effectively the V8s picks up their pets’ hair. Buyers were delighted with the performance and value to price ratio, making this a great option for anyone who needs powerful cleaning on hard floors on a budget.
So that’s our round up of the best robot vacuums for people who want more time to work in their home office and less time working at household cleaning chores. Hopefully it’s helped you decide on the right type of vacuum to suit your budget while allowing you to benefit from a diverse range of cleaning specialties on a range of floor types and dirt types.
