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The best robot hoover can mop and vacuum without needing your attention, and it leaves your floors spotless. Its low cost and features that are high-end (such as dirt detection) are great features.

Be sure to regularly examine the brushes of your robot for hair tangled and large particles, and wash them when needed. Some models will automatically empty their onboard dust bin into a larger bin in the base, which reduces the amount of fine dust released into the air.

1. Roomba Q5 pro

The Q5 Pro and its sibling the more expensive Q7 Max Series, are among the most powerful robot vacuums we've examined. They are equipped with top-of-the-line motors which can produce up to 5,500 Pascals of suction force. Like other premium iRobots (including the most powerful model) they employ smart mapping to create detailed floorplans that avoid obstacles such as cords and furniture legs. They also come with carpet boost that increases the robot's power when it spots an abundance of dirt on the carpet to get it cleaned up quickly.

The Q5 and Q7 Max Series both scored very well in our tests on bare floors They are also adept at cleaning dog hair. However, they do have a few flaws however, which prevent them from being our first option. One of the weaknesses of the Q5 is its navigation system does not have AI-powered obstacles avoidance. It's therefore prone to become stuck on socks and shoes and could not navigate rooms with lots of people well during our tests. It also doesn't have a camera that would let it see the corners of an area.

It's still a good deal particularly if your office or home has lots of unfinished floors and you want to save some money. It's also very quiet and operates while you are at work or school. It lacks the edge-to-edge bare floor vacuuming feature that's available in the more expensive iRobot Roomba X30. It's also less effective when it comes to mopping. It relies on disposable wet wipes, which don't stick very well and cannot handle dried-on debris. The Q5 has an auto-emptying dock, however. If you need to, the mopping pad can be swapped for a wet one in minutes.

2. iRobot Roomba X30

The iRobot Roomba X30 packs impressive mopping and vacuuming into a compact, sleek package. Its quick navigation and smart cleaning maps make it quick to clean and efficient at dealing with larger particles such as pet hair. It also has a self-emptying dustbin, powerful suction, and support for virtual boundaries. It's the best robotic hoover for carpets, but it isn't as effective as some of its competitors when it comes to deep cleaning.

This high-performance autonomous vacuum and mops utilizes sensors that help it stay clear of obstacles and pet waste. It also learns the layout of your home over time and ensure more efficient cleaning. The app lets you set up zones and modify the cleaning schedule. Its battery life is average compared to other models.

You can instruct the X30 Ultra to remove its mop and extend them when it's in a carpeted area, which helps prevent cross-contamination. The flex arm is great for getting under low-lying furniture and along baseboards. It doesn't perform as well on the washboard as our other Editors' Choice Picks, the Ecovacs Ozmo N8Pro+ and the iRobot Combo j9+.

In the course of testing, X30 Ultra was the quickest robot vacuum cleaner vacuum/mop that could complete the task of cleaning a whole home, with 66 per cent of its battery remaining. It also did an excellent job cleaning a range of floors and rooms with various flooring types, such as certain area rugs. Its obstacle detection was great and it stayed clear of fake dog turds and socks, shoes and bundles of cables.

It's a bit more expensive than iRobot Combo v9+ or iRobot Roomba j9+ but has superior suction and an onboard bin that is automatically empty into the base. It also supports voice commands through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. It even cleans the floor after it vacuums, a feature that we haven't seen in other robot vacuum/mop combinations.

3. Roomba X40 from iRobot

With an elegant circular design that appears like a regular Roomba rather than the boxes This mop and robot vacuum is one of the most attractive looking models in our tests. The latest flagship model from iRobot is also among its most advanced. It features advanced features like enhanced dirt detection and future compatibility (another company's robot that is able to wash mop pads in a self-cleaning manner).

It's also the only robot vacuum or mop that scored the perfect 10/10 out of 10 in our tests. This is due to the combination of high-tech sensors, including a structured light system, a camera, and a variety of lasers. The X40 Ultra is also the only robot we tested that can fully autonomously refill and empty its base station and boasts an industry-leading 12,000Pa suction and self-cleaning mop pads.

The X40, like other iRobot products, is easy to operate. It has a simple mobile application interface, and it is compatible with Amazon Alexa and Apple HomeKit. The only issue is that the X40 is still a noisy unit. This could be a problem in the mornings before work, or during the night when you're trying to sleep.

It's also quite expensive, but it's not as pricey as Ecovacs X2 Omni or Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra Both of which are equally powerful and look better. This is a dual-purpose vacuum that's very capable however it's going to cost you more and produce more noise.

4. iRobot Roomba L20 Ultra

The L20 Ultra is a top-of-the-range robot vacuum and mop with a variety of sophisticated features that will let you forget about your chores. The L20 Ultra is a hands-free cleaning machine that is similar to Ecovacs top-of-the-line X2 Omni or Roborock's S8 Pro Ultra. It has a multifunction dock which automatically emptys the vacuum's bin and fills up the water tank, as well as washes and dry mop pads.

The smart robot vacuum reviews makes use of an array of LIDAR and structured light to create floor plans and identify obstacles, navigating more intelligently than some of its premium competitors. It also comes with a front-mounted camera for real-time hazards detection but this wasn't foolproof in our tests and was often confused with obstructions or power cords.

Its vacuum cleaner has an maximum suction of 7,000 Pascals which is more than enough to complete the task. It also has "Intelligent Dirt Detection", which regulates how hard the vacuum works and adjusts the frequency of cleaning for different areas of the home according to how dirty they are.

For larger houses, it's worth opting for a model with zone or spot cleaning modes that let you tell the robot to clean a particular area of your home using the app or voice controls. A stair mode can be useful if you have a lot furniture. Finally, a recharge and resume function that allows your robot vacuum to pick up right where it left off is ideal for busy families.

iRobot RX3

The RX3 is more sophisticated than its price would suggest. It vacuums well, picking up 55% debris in our tests. (It was only second to the Roomba Q5 Pro). It also mops using one pad that has a reciprocating motion, which does a better job cleaning than the other mop cleaners for robots we've examined. It's also self-sufficient, with a full-featured application and an auto-emptying washable base.

The well-designed iRobot application guides you through a mapping session that collects data about your floorplan and any "no-go" areas you set on the map. It can be used to make cleaning schedules, set up the perfect spot for cleaning or sort out your rooms with the most dirt for better performance. The app comes with a variety of options, including seasonal suggestions, customized mapping, and advanced cleaning settings.

It is also able to reach corners and under furniture better because its shape is more rectangular. It also has strong 8000 Pascal suction and combs that are intelligent for pet hair. You can also set up a spot-clean which will thoroughly clean an area.

The Miele Scout RX3 Home Vision HD is a more sleek and cheaper alternative to the iRobot Roomba. It has a more attractive design, akin to Dolce & Gabbana. The twin cameras are designed like cute eyes. It is capable of vacuuming, but is more prone to getting caught on low thresholds and is a bit noisier than the other top robot vacuums we've tested. It also has a less intuitive app and a tiny base station that can't be used as an emptying bin.