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Robot vacuums will save you time and effort when it comes to cleaning. Top performers are good at cleaning up dust, light debris and cords.

The most expensive models can even mop your floor but they aren't able to climb stairs. Look for models that have intelligent mapping, real-time safety features, and large self-emptying bins.

Best Overall

The top robots we've tested that we have tested are effective and easy to use and are able to cope with the everyday messes. You'll need a robot that has decent carpet-picking capability and the capability to climb stairs. If you're looking for a model that has additional features, you should consider one that comes with smart mapping technology or an app to control it remotely.

Camryn Rabideau is a contributing reviewer and writer for shopping at PEOPLE who has tried dozens of robotic vacuums. She prefers the robovacs with the most conveniences, such as those with self-emptying bins and charging stations that automatically empty and fill water tanks for mopping robotic vacuums. She's also a fan of the robots that are able to recognize landmarks like furniture legs and power cords to ensure they don't get tripped up when climbing steps.

When compared to the top-rated models this Black and Decker remote vacuum cleaner is less equipped with object-avoidance technology and its navigation score is lower. However, it does have an enormous dust bin that doesn't need frequent emptying, and has a long battery life. It also comes with an option that allows you to schedule cleaning sessions and then return to where it stopped last, making it easier for you to clean larger homes. This model is an excellent 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 an LIDAR sensor that can map rooms and detect obstacles, with a structured light sensor that can identify objects and detect edges. The combination allows it to avoid steps, drops of liquid, and furniture legs easily and save up to four floor maps for future references. It is able to pause and resume the cleaning process at any time, meaning that you can continue doing chores while it works. The app includes the 3D image of your home with room labels as well as advanced cleaning options.

While this robot can't clean as well as our top-rated models, it is superior in removing small particles like baking soda and sand, as well as heavier objects, like orzo pasta and screws made of metal. Its only downsides are that it cannot mop and that its navigation system is less impressive.

Best for Carpet

If you have carpeting, pick an automatic vacuum that scores high for rug and carpet mobility and pickup. Many models are good at collecting dust from low-pile carpets, and some can be quite effective in sweeping up heavier debris, such as orzo pasta and metal screws. They can't take in small particles like an upright canister, and could miss dirt that is close to baseboards or thresholds.

The best choice for most carpeted areas is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum/mop. It allows you to swap between a cleaning bin and mopping pad that is damp. The Roborock Q Revo, for instance, vacuums and a wet mop with circular pads that spin at a speed of 200 rotations per minute. It detects and lifts the pads when it is in contact with carpet, preventing it from soaking the floor, and you don't need to remove or replace them after every use. The Q Revo also performs better than other robot vacuums/mops when it comes to avoiding obstacles and getting close to rugs and thresholds.

The iRobot Roomba Combo i5 is another good option. It did well in our tests and you can program it to sweep your home while you are away. It can also be set to mop only, and we liked its remarkable navigation on rug and floor surfaces and its ability to go over and up onto furniture. The Combo i5 has a long time to run and excellent path planning for an item of this size.

If you're looking for a top-of-the-line vacuum Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop is a fantastic option. It has a huge charging dock that can go weeks without needing to be emptying and has impressive navigation skills and automatic emptying on bare floors and carpets. It also comes with a smart robot vacuums mapping system, and can be programmed to only run for certain hours (a useful feature for keeping mischievous children and dextrous animals from running amok). The Shark has less suction power than some other robot vacuum/mop combos, but its still very efficient in removing hair and pet hair and is the most affordable of our top choices.

Best for Hard Flooring

Robot vacuums are the best pick for hardwood floors because they are able to easily maneuver around obstacles and not damage the floor's surface. They are excellent at of picking up crumbs and dust, but they aren't able to handle pet hair and other large debris. They also lack the suction power of an expensive upright or canister vacuum, which is why they're not the ideal option for rooms with carpets or upholstery that requires deep cleaning.

The most effective two-in-one robots incorporate a vacuum and a mop, taking care of an entire task in one go. Find a model that has an onboard sensor that detects changes in the floor texture and adjust suction accordingly. The ECOVACS DEEBOT T9+, for instance, comes with this feature and can go seamlessly from soft to hard carpeting.

If your home is primarily made up of hardwood floors, think about a robotic mop and vacuum combo like the eufy S1 Pro. This model is a powerful robotic vacuum with smart navigation that can clean hardwood and other surfaces. It also mop. Its sensors let it avoid dangers like stairs.

The Eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to wash hardwood floors using downward pressure, rather than simply swab them to get rid of dirt and dust. Its reusable pads reduce waste and help to spread less germs. They can also be cleaned at docking stations to help save time. They can also be washed, dried and reused.

The robovac is controlled via your smartphone, making it much easier to use. You can, for instance utilize the app to create no-go zones that the vacuum bot won't be allowed to enter, label different rooms, or plan specific cleaning times. The eufy S1 Pro also has an auto-emptying dock that sucks debris through a trapdoor and is then stored in a bagless or disposable bin, meaning you don't need to empty the bin manually every time as you would with other models.

Best for Small Spaces

These robots are made for small spaces. They have smaller bins that contain less waste, and they're more efficient than larger models in navigating tight corners. They can also fit under furniture, where the larger robots are unable to reach. They are generally less expensive than the more expensive models, too, although you'll need to empty their dirt storage compartments at the end of each cleaning session.

A few years ago, robot vacuums went through a major change when manufacturers began adding sensors to help navigate around and avoid household objects that their conventional sensors would be stuck on or over. These advancements decreased the amount of times our testers needed to clean up after a robotic snag, whether it was a power cord, toy, or piece of pet waste.

However, the new sensors haven't resolved all of these machines' problems. The most affordable models struggle with the same challenges that the older ones faced and most need a certain amount of illumination to be able to see where they're going. You should consider one that has a spinning LIDAR device mounted on top to create maps of the area. Our top pick and runner-up models use this. This allows them to work in the dark and avoid obstacles like stairs.

In addition to being capable of working in dark they can also be programmed to use their cliff sensors only when they're close to or on the floor, not when they're above them. You'll still want to cover any mirrors that may hinder this function, though, as the laser used by a laser-based model could bounce off reflective surfaces and cause the robot to think it's in another room.

A few of the models we recommend allow you to set up virtual no-go zones to protect areas you don't want the robot to go, which is useful if you have children or pets. These features aren't on all models we test. Read our full reviews before deciding.