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How to Choose the best robot vacuum cleaner (a cool way to improve)

A robot vacuum will save you lots of time and hassle in the case of regular touch-ups. The best models do a great job of removing dust and lightweight debris and allow you to designate no-go zones in pet areas or power cords.

The most expensive models can even sweep your floors, but they can't climb up the stairs. Find models that feature intelligent mapping, real-time hazard avoidance, and large self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The best robots we tested were reliable, user-friendly and able to keep up with the daily messes. It is also important to choose a model capable of handling stairs and has good cleaning power for carpets. If you're looking to add more 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 is a contributing shopping writer and product reviewer at PEOPLE who has tried numerous robotic vacuums. She's a big fan of robot vacuums that provide the greatest convenience, including self-emptying dustbins and charging docks that automatically empty and fill the water tanks used by mopping robots. She's also a big fan of the robots that can recognize landmarks such as furniture legs and power cords, so they don't get tripped up when climbing steps.

This robot from Black and Decker has a lower score for navigation and has less object-avoidance technology than the best-rated models. It does however have a large dustbin that doesn't need frequent emptying, and has a long battery life. Additionally, it comes with an option that allows you to plan cleaning times and return to the place where it stopped last and makes it much easier to tackle larger spaces. 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 with a LIDAR sensor that can map rooms and see obstacles with an organized light sensor to identify objects and detect edges. It can stay clear of liquid droplets, stairs, and furniture legs easily with this combination. It can also save up to four floor plans for later use. It can also stop the cleaning process at any moment and return to where it stopped so that you can complete chores while the robot does its work. The app includes a 3D view of your home, with room labels and advanced cleaning options.

The robot isn't as efficient in cleaning as our top models, however it is great in removing heavier objects like orzo pasta, metal screws, and even fine particles like sand. The only drawbacks are that it isn't able to mop and its navigation system is less impressive.

Best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, pick an automatic floor cleaners vacuum with a high rating for rug and carpet maneuverability and pickup. Many models are capable of cleaning dust from low-pile carpets, and some are capable of sweeping up heavier debris like orzo pasta and screws made of metal. They can't take in fine particles like an upright canister, and could miss dirt that is close to baseboards or thresholds.

For homes with carpets, a 2-in-1 robotic vacuum/mop is the best budget robot vacuum option. You can swap out a cleaning bin for a damp mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo, for example, vacuums and mops wet with circular pads that spin at a rate of 200 rotations per minute. It is able to detect and lift its pads when it comes in contact with carpets, preventing the flooring from getting wet. It is not necessary to take them off or replace them every time. The Q Revo is also superior to other robot vacuum/mops at 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 schedule it to tidy your home while you are away. It can be set to only mop, and we liked its remarkable navigation on rug and floor surfaces and its ability to climb up and over furniture. The Combo i5 has a long runtime and excellent path planning for the size of the device.

If you want a more advanced model, look into the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum & Mop. It comes with a large charging dock that can go several weeks without having to be emptying and boasts amazing navigation capabilities and auto-emptying on both carpets and floors. It also has a smart-mapping system and can be programmed to only be operational during certain times of the day (a useful feature to keep children and pets who are prone to mischief from causing havoc). The Shark isn't as powerful as other mop/robot combinations, but it still picks up pet hair and hair with a high degree of accuracy. It's also the best value of our top choices.

Ideal for Hard Floors

Robot vacuums are ideal for floors with hardwood floors because they can navigate around obstacles without causing damage to the surfaces that are not. They are excellent for removing dust and crumbs, but struggle with pet hair or larger debris. They lack the suction power of a high-end canister or upright vacuum, making them unsuitable for deep cleaning carpeted or upholstery areas.

The most effective robots are those that are two-in-one, combining the power of a mop with a vacuum to do a complete job in one move. If you have floors that are mixed choose one with an onboard sensor that detects changes in the floor's texture and adjusts suction to match. This feature is available on the ECOVACS Deebot T9+ and allows it to effortlessly transition from hard carpeting to soft carpeting.

If you have a lot of hardwood flooring in your home, you may want to consider a robot mop and vacuum combination like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model is a powerful robotic automated vacuum equipped with intelligent navigation that can clean hardwood and other surfaces. It also mop. Its sensors allow it to stay clear of hazards like stairs.

The eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to clean hardwood floors by applying downward pressure, instead of simply swab them to remove dirt and dust. Its reusable pads reduce waste and help to spread less germs. They can also be cleaned in docking stations to reduce time. The mops can also be dried, washed and reused.

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 set up a zone that the vacuum cannot enter or mark rooms as separate or schedule cleaning sessions for specific areas. The eufy S1 Pro has an auto-emptying port that collects debris via trapdoors and then puts it into a bagless or disposable bin. This means you don'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 can store less garbage. They are also more efficient in maneuvering around tight corners as opposed to larger models. They can also fit under furniture, where the larger robots struggle to get in. These robots are also cheaper than the more expensive models, but you'll need to empty their dirt compartments manually at the end each cleaning session.

A couple of years ago, robotic vacuums went through a major change as manufacturers began adding sensors to help navigate and avoid household objects that their traditional sensors would become stuck on or over. These advances have reduced the number of times that our testers had to clean up after a robotic snag whether it was a power cord, a toy or pet waste.

However, the latest sensors haven't solved all of the issues these machines face. The cheapest models are still struggling with the same challenges that the older ones faced and most require a certain amount illumination to be able to see where they're going. You should consider an option that incorporates an LIDAR spinning unit that is that is mounted on top to create maps of the space. Our best home vacuum cleaner overall models and runners-up models have this feature. This lets them work in darkness and avoid obstacles such as stairs.

These models can be programmed to only use their cliff sensors when they are near or on the ground, but not when they are above it. It's essential to cover mirrors to prevent this from occurring. The lasers used by the LIDAR-based models could bounce off reflective surfaces, which makes the robot believe it's in a different room.

A few of the models we recommend will allow you to create virtual no-go zones for areas you don't want the robot to enter. This is helpful for those with pets or small children. These features aren't offered on all the models we've tested, so be sure to review our full reviews of each model below before you make a purchase.