The Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo

For pets that shed fur A robot vacuum/mop combination is among the best robot vacuum for pet hair on hardwood floors floor cleaning options. The machine can vacuum, mop and clean its own dual mop pad.

It also has the highest suction power of any robot we've tested, with 8,000Pa. It can also save maps of your home and set cleaning schedules from its app.

1. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni

The X2 Omni robot vacuum-mop is the latest in Ecovacs range of hybrid robot vacuum mops. This wet/dry model comes with the upgraded AIVI 3D2.0 lidar system Ecovacs, which offers improved mapping and obstruction avoidance. The system is equipped with dual laser LiDAR that is similar to that found in self-driving vehicles. It can scan a space up to 32 feet across by the 270-degree angle. This results in more precise mapping as well as faster response time and greater cleaning accuracy.

It also has an adjustable mopping pad made of chenille fabric, which makes it easier to scrub tough areas as opposed to traditional mop. In my tests, the X2 Omni washed its pad in less than a second and got to work. I noticed that it was more precise than other models, which seemed to follow the grid of rooms. It was able to navigate around corners and edges of my rooms, and also create "Zambani patterns" across the middle of the room. It returned to its OMNI Station regularly to empty the dustbin and wash the mop with hot water, before starting another task of cleaning.

Like other Ecovacs products, the X2 Omni is simple to set up and begin using. It takes only a few minutes to secure the dock into place, plug it in and connect it to your home Wi-Fi network. Then, you can launch the app to start your first cleaning project. I was able to customize my floor plan in about 15 minutes. This included creating restricted areas for mopping and sweeping, reworking the placement of wall-mounted furniture, and more. The X2 Omni performed admirably in my tests. It scored well in the areas of pet hair removal and debris removal, and also was near-perfect in its results for crevices and edge cleaning.

2. Deebot T10 Omni

If you need a powerful combination of vacuuming and mopping then check out the ECOVACS Deebot T10 Omni. It is the most advanced model of the brand's T-line, and features a new OZMO Turbo 2.0 mopping system that utilizes dual-spinning brushes to provide better cleaning than traditional oscillating scrubbing. It also has YIKO, a natural language processing technology that is a first of its kind. It can respond to a variety of voice commands. You can make use of the ECOVACS app to map your home, set up cleaning schedules and adjust settings.

The most significant issue with the T10 Omni is that it can't switch between mopping and vacuuming in a single run. The two modes require you attach and remove the mop heads as needed, which is fine for most homes but not an ideal choice for those with busy lifestyles.

The Deebot T10 is an excellent robot vacuum that produces impressive results. It removed more than 96% of the debris from our hardwood floors. This is a remarkable performance. It also did an excellent job with tile and carpet and tile, getting rid of more than 99percent of dirt and dust.

This robot vacuum and mop has an extensive docking system that allows for automatic cleaning using cool mop pads. It also comes with an auto-emptying 3L bag that's easy to replace and hot air drying for fast and easy maintenance. It also has a huge water tank that permits more frequent rinses and dry between mopping runs.

Deebot T10 has an integrated wash tray into its base, similar to other mopping robots. It makes use of the wash tray to rinse and dry its mop pads when it is using them. But it doesn't use an open tray, which means dirty water, dust and other grime accumulates in the bottom of the tray over time.

3. RoboVac X8 Hybrid

While Anker-owned Eufy is well-known in the world of robot vacuums, this model is its first foray into the world of mopping. It comes with enhanced smarts, multiple map support, and LIDAR scanning, in addition to twin-turbine suction technology that adjusts to the floor you're cleaning. It's a mid-range cleaner that's stylish, even if its promise of being a one-stop-shop for floor cleaning doesn't be realized.

The X8 Hybrid appears to be a standard robotic cleaner from the top. It has a circular form, sweeper wheels and a raised sensor area. On the other side, you'll see a motorised floorbrush as well as one side brush that pushes dust away from the edges and into the main path of its' mouth.' It's a bit smaller than the main brushes on the competing iRobot Roomba S9, which I found to be easier to fit under sofas and chairs.

Its mapping system is reasonably sophisticated that allows you to create no-mop zones and specific cleaning zones. However it is prone to bump into things (including its own charging dock) and isn't always great in negotiating rug. It was great at picking up pet hair from the floor. In our tests, it picked up 89.5 percent of cat litter.

While it's controllable via the app and the app, the X8 Hybrid also comes with physical buttons on its base, which allow you to choose the cleaning mode and turn the robot off and on. You can also use these to set no-go zones as well as see maps in real-time. It's a bit chatty as well, and will tell you what it's going to do next ("start cleaning") or alert you that something is wrong (it isn't able to charge, for example).

4. ILIFE A4s

This advanced model collects pet hair, kibble and other debris with top-notch efficiency and maneuvers flawlessly around furniture legs. It comes with a feature set that is impressive, such as two cleaning modes, an automatic docking station, and real-time obstacle avoidance technology. It is Wi-Fi-enabled and is best controlled through the Neato app where cleaning can be scheduled and overall maintenance needs be monitored. The X2 Omni is a great option for homes that have a mix of hard and carpet flooring. However, it will need some planning ahead to avoid getting entangled with power cables, toys, or other obstacles that might be unexpected.

In our tests of hardwood floors and kibble the robot performed very well and was able to take everything from one grain of rice to multiple pieces of dog food in just one go. It had a bit of difficulties transitioning to rugs however, in general, this vacuum cleaner is perfect for large spaces with different flooring types and a mix of pets.

The A4s Pro is expensive however it's a great buy for people who want to be able to leave the house without hands so that they can do other things or perform household chores. The A4s Pro also offers a useful auto-cleaning mode that automatically boosts suction power to tackle difficult spills and dirt, and is equipped with a battery-powered ElectroWall that allows you to define boundaries where the robot is not allowed to enter.

This budget-friendly robot from a renowned brand is the cheapest we've ever tested, and provides an outstanding value for money. The basic navigation system employs a super-basic random pathing algorithm and lacks room mapping capabilities, which makes it less time efficient than the other models on this list. It's still able to navigate under furniture and into the corners. Mopping mode was very effective in our tests, picking up stray hair and other debris.

5. Shark iQ

Shark's iQ may not be as sturdy as the Roomba S9, but it is superior in general at getting rid of pet hair on all surfaces. It clears bare floors more thoroughly and does a fair job on carpets with low pile and utilizes smart-pathing navigational technology to provide greater maneuverability. It also allows you to transfer it to a particular area, and its advanced suite of automation features include no-go zones as well as scheduling. It can even pause and resume cleaning sessions and is perfect for homes with pets.

Its self-cleaning brushroll prevents tangles with pet hair and other debris, and robot vacuum mops its self-emptying bagless dock station can hold up to 30 days worth of dirt prior to needing to be empty. It has a set of angled side brushes that can reach into corners, as well as a multi-stage filter system that captures dust, allergens, and dander.

The robot vacuum is built well and feels solid. It works with a smartphone application which lets you alter the settings of your vacuum and schedule cleaning sessions ahead of time. The app allows you to view the remaining battery life of the iQ and also receive push notifications for any problems it encounters during a cleaning session. You can utilize your voice to control the device using an Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device If you don't have either, you can mark off areas with physical boundary marker strips.

The iQ does a good job of clearing bare flooring and doing a good job on low-pile and shaggy carpet however it lacks the same degree of autonomy as our top choices. It's also expensive and its recurring cost can add up.