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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner

A robot vacuum will save you lots of time and hassle when it comes to regular cleaning. The best models are capable of picking up dust, light debris and cords.

The pricier ones even mop your floors--though they still can't climb stairs. Look for models that have smart mapping, real-time hazards avoidance, and large self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The top robots we tested were reliable, user-friendly, and able keep up with the daily debris. You'll need a model with decent carpet-picking capability and the ability to handle stairs. If you're looking for additional features, you may be interested in a robot with smart mapping technology or an application that allows you to control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing shopping writer and product reviewer at PEOPLE who has tested numerous robotic vacuums. She's a fan of the robotic vacuums that offer the greatest convenience, including self-emptying dustbins and charging docks that automatically empty and fill the water tanks used by mopping robots. She also likes the robots that can recognize landmarks such as furniture legs and power cords, so they don't trip when climbing the stairs.

This Black and Decker robot has a lower score on navigation and less object-avoidance tech than the most popular models. It comes with a huge non-refillable dustbin as well as a long battery. It also comes with the ability to schedule cleaning sessions, and return to where it was last. This makes it easier for you to clean larger homes. This model is also a great option for pet owners since it is able to identify and avoid tangled hair and fallen food particles.

In our tests, we found 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. The combination lets it avoid steps, drops of liquid, and automatic vacuum furniture legs easily and save up to four floor vacuum robot maps to be used in the future for use. It is able to pause and resume the cleaning process at any time, so that you can continue with your chores while it does. The included app provides the 3D image of your home, room labels, and more advanced cleaning options.

This model isn't as efficient in cleaning like our top models, however it is great in picking up larger items like orzo pasta, metal screws, and fine debris such as sand. The only downside is that it can't mop and has a less effective navigation system.

The best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, pick an automatic vacuum that scores high for carpet and rug ability to maneuver and pick up. Many models are good at collecting dust from low-pile carpets, and some can be quite effective in cleaning up larger debris, such as orzo pasta and screws made of metal. However, they can't handle fine particles like canister or upright vacuums, and they may miss ground-in dirt close to baseboards and thresholds.

For carpeted homes the 2-in-1 robot vacuum is the best option. You can swap out an empty bin for a damp mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo, for instance, vacuums and a mops wet with circular pads that spin at a rate of 200 rotations per minute. It detects and raises the pads when it comes into contact with carpet, preventing it from soaking the floor. You don't have to take them off or replace them after every use. The Q Revo is also more efficient than other robot vacuums/mops when it comes to avoiding obstacles and being close to carpets and thresholds.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another solid option. It performed well in our tests, and you can schedule it to clean your home when you are away. It can be set up to only mop. We loved its navigation on floors with no flooring and carpets. The Combo i5 has a long runtime and excellent path-planning for the size of the device.

If you're looking for a 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 empty. It also features impressive capability to auto-empty carpets and floors with no floor. It also has a smart mapping system, and can be programmed to only run during certain hours (a beneficial feature to keep pets and children who are prone to mischief from running amok). The Shark has less suction power than other robot vacuum bot/mop combos but it's efficient in removing hair and pet hair. It is the best value among our top picks.

Ideal for Hard Floors

Robot vacuums are best robot vacuum for tile floors for floors with hardwood floors because they can navigate through obstacles with ease without causing damage bare surfaces. They do an excellent job of removing dust and crumbs, but they struggle with pet hair and other large debris. They don't have the suction of an upright or a top-quality canister vacuum, which makes them a poor choice for deep cleaning upholstery or carpeted areas.

The most effective robots are those that are two-in-one, which combine mop and vacuum to complete the job in one move. If you have mixed flooring you should look for one with an onboard sensor which 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 move seamlessly from hard carpeting to soft carpeting.

If you have lots of hardwood flooring in your home you might want to consider a robot mop and vacuum like the Eufy S1 Pro. This model is a powerful robot vacuum with intelligent navigation to clean hardwood and other hard surfaces. Additionally, it has the ability to mop as well. The sensors help it avoid staircases and other hazards, so you don't have to be worried about the robot falling down the stairs and breaking your hardwood.

The eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to clean hardwood floors using downward pressure, rather than simply swab them in order to remove dirt and dust. The mop pads that are reusable reduce the amount of waste, and reduce the spread of germs, and can be cleaned at the docking station to save your time. The mops can also be cleaned and dried to avoid spreading mold.

The robovac is controlled via your smartphone, making it easier to use. For instance you can make use of the app to designate an area that the vacuum cannot enter, label separate rooms, or schedule cleaning times for certain areas. The eufy S1 Pro has an auto-emptying port that collects debris through trapdoors, and then stores it into a bagless or disposable bin. This means that you don't have to empty the bin manually as often as with other models.

Best for Small Spaces

Like the name suggests the robots are best designed for smaller areas. They have smaller bins which hold less debris. They are also more efficient when it comes to moving around corners more efficiently over larger models. They can also be tucked under furniture, whereas bigger robots struggle to reach. They are usually less expensive than the more expensive models, as well, but you'll have to manually empty their dirt compartments at the end of each cleaning session.

A few years ago robot cleaner vacuums underwent an important change. Manufacturers began to add sensors that helped them navigate and avoid household items that their traditional sensors might get stuck on or run across. The improvements in technology reduced the number of times our testers had to clean up after a robotic snag.

However, the new sensors aren't solving all of these machines' problems. The cheaper models are still not able to tackle the same obstacles as older models, and they need some level of illumination in order to know where they are going. If you are living in a dark space or have a lot of low-profile furniture, consider getting one that uses top robot vacuum cleaner-mounted spinning laser units to map your space, like our top overall and runner-up choices do. This allows them to work in darkness and avoid obstacles like stairs.

These models can also be programmed to only use their cliff sensors when they are on or near the ground, but not when they are above it. It is still recommended to cover any mirrors that may interfere with this function, though, as the laser used by a LIDAR-based model can bounce off reflective surfaces and cause the robot to think it is in another room.

A few of the models we recommend let you set up virtual no-go zones in areas you do not want the robot to go, which can be useful if you have small children or pets. These features aren't on all models we test. Read our full reviews before deciding.