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How to Choose the best robot vacuum cleaner (More about the author)

Robot vacuums can save you time and effort when it comes to regular cleaning. The best models do a great job at removing dust and light debris and allow you to designate no-go zones in pet areas or power cords.

The ones that are more expensive can even mop your floor however they're not able to climb stairs. Find models that feature intelligent mapping, real-time hazards avoidance, and large self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The best robots we tried were user-friendly, efficient, and able keep up with the daily messes. It is also important to choose a model that can handle stairs and has good pick-up power on carpets. If you're looking for a robot with additional features, think about one that comes with smart mapping technology or an app that allows you to control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing shopping writer and product reviewer at PEOPLE who has tried numerous robotic vacuums. She prefers the ones with the most conveniences like those that have self-emptying bins and the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner charging stations that automatically empty and fill water tanks to mop robotic vacuums. She's also a big fan of robots that recognize landmarks like furniture legs and power cords to ensure they don't get caught when climbing steps.

When compared with the top-rated models this Black and Decker robot vacuum isn't as advanced in its object-avoidance capabilities and its score for navigation is lower. It has a large dust bin that is non-refillable and a long battery. Additionally, it has the ability to schedule cleaning sessions and then return to the spot the last time it was used and makes it much easier to tackle larger areas. This model is an excellent choice for pet owners, because it will prevent the tangles of fur and food particles.

In our tests, we observed that the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combined the LIDAR (light) sensor that can map rooms and detect obstacles using a structured-light sensor that can identify objects and detect edges. It can avoid the steps, liquid droplets and furniture legs with this combination. It also has the ability to save up to four floor plans for later use. It can also pause the cleaning process at any time and pick up where it left off, so you can do chores while the robot works. The app includes an interactive 3D model of your home, with room labels and advanced cleaning options.

This model isn't as good at cleaning like our top models, but it is a pro in picking up larger items like orzo pasta, metal screws, and even fine particles like sand. Its only drawbacks are that it's not able to mop, and has a slightly less effective navigation system.

Best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, select one that has a high score for carpet and rug mobility and pickup. Many models are good at picking up dust in low-pile carpets, and some are capable of picking up heavier debris such as orzo pasta and metal screws. However, they can't handle fine particles like an upright or canister vacuum, and they may be unable to pick up dirt in the vicinity of thresholds and baseboards.

For homes with carpets, a 2-in-1 robot mop/vacuum is the best option. It is possible to swap out an empty bin to a damp mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo, for instance, vacuums and a mops wet with circular pads that rotate at a rate of 200 rotations per minute. It detects and lifts the pads when it encounters carpet, preventing it from soaking the floor, and you do not need to take them off or replace them after each use. The Q Revo is also better than other robot vacuum/mops at staying clear of obstacles, getting close to rugs and thresholds and avoiding obstacles.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another good robot vacuum option. It did well in our tests and you can program it to tidy your home even when you're away. It can be set to only mop and we loved its excellent navigation on carpets and floors and its ability to go up and over furniture. The Combo i5 has a long runtime and excellent path planning for an item of this size.

If you're looking for a more high-tech model, consider the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum & Mop. It comes with a huge dock that can last for weeks without having to be emptied. It also has impressive capability to auto-empty carpets and floors with no floor. It's also got a smart-mapping feature and can be programmed to operate during certain hours of the day (a handy feature for keeping the sly kids and pets from causing havoc). The Shark isn't as powerful as other mop/robot combinations however, it still picks hair and pet hair extremely well. It's also the most affordable price of our top picks.

Best for Hard Floors

Robot vacuums are the best option for hardwood floors since they are able to easily navigate around obstacles without damaging bare surfaces. They are fantastic in removing dust and crumbs, but struggle with pet hair or other debris. They lack the suction power of a high-end canister or upright vacuum, which makes them unsuitable for deep cleaning upholstery or carpeted areas.

The best two-in-one robots combine a vacuum and a mop and take care of an entire task in one pass. Choose one that has an onboard sensor to detect changes in the floor's texture and adjust suction to match. This feature is available on the ECOVACS Deebot T9+ and lets it move seamlessly from hard carpeting to soft carpeting.

If you have a lot of hardwood flooring in your home, you may want to consider a robotic mop and vacuum combo like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model has a powerful robotic vacuum with intelligent navigation that can clean hardwood and other surfaces. It also mop. Its sensors help it avoid staircases and other hazards, so you don't need to worry about the robot falling down the stairs and breaking your hardwood.

When you need mops the eufy S1 Pro is designed to actually wash hardwood floors with downward pressure, rather than wipe them clean to get rid of light dust and dirt. Its pads that can be reused reduce waste and help to spread less germs. They can also be cleaned at docking stations to help save time. The mop pads can also be washed and dried to stop the spread of mold.

Both the robovac and mop can be controlled from your smartphone to make it easier to manage the device. For instance you can make use of the app to designate a zone where the vacuum can't go or mark rooms as separate or schedule cleaning times for certain areas. The eufy S1 Pro also has an auto-emptying dock, which collects debris through a trapdoor and puts it in a bagless or disposable bin, so you don't have to manually empty the bin as often as you do with other models.

Ideal for small Spaces

These robots are designed to work in small spaces. They have smaller bins that can hold less garbage, and are more efficient than larger models when it comes to navigating tight corners. They can also fit underneath furniture that larger robots can't reach. They tend to be cheaper than the pricier picks, however, you'll need to empty them manually from their dirt storage compartments at the end of each cleaning session.

A couple of years ago, robotic vacuums went through a major change when manufacturers started adding sensors to help navigate around and avoid household objects that their conventional sensors would be stuck on or over. This improved the number of times that our testers were required to clean up after a robotic snag.

The new sensors aren't completely eliminating all the problems with these devices, however. The less expensive models are not able to tackle the same obstacles as the older models, and require some level of illumination in order to be able to see where they're going. If you live in a dark house or have a lot of furniture that is low-profile, think about buying a model that utilizes top-mounted spinning LIDAR units to map your space like our best overall and runner-up picks do. This allows them to work in darkness and avoid obstacles such as stairs.

In addition being able to work in the dark, these models can be set to use their cliff sensors only on or near the floor, not above them. You'll still want to cover any mirrors that may interfere with this function, however, since the lasers used by a LIDAR-based model can bounce off reflective surfaces and cause the robot to believe it's in another room cleaning robot.

A few of the models we recommend allow you to create virtual no-go zones for areas you don't wish the robot vacuum hoover to go to. This is a great option for those with small children or pets. These features aren't on all models we test. Check out our complete reviews before deciding.