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A robot vacuum can keep floors clean enough to decrease the frequency you need to manually vacuum. Select a vacuum that has good navigation, is able to clean stairs and corners, and that has a large bin that needs to be emptying every so often.

There are models that mop and charge themselves, which is a feature important for families with children or pets. Many of the top performers in our tests have good obstacle avoidance.

1. iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The i3+ EVO is identical to its sibling, the i3 EVO. They differ only in that the i3+ comes with self-emptying capabilities. The i3+ is an excellent option for those who want a fully automated cleaning, hands-off cleaning experience, but are willing to manually empty the dust bin once it gets full.

Both robots do well cleaning up surface debris from carpets and hard floors and they're excellent in moving around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software makes a smart maps of your home to aid the i3+ in its navigation and clean up efficiently. However, unlike the i7+ and other top-rated robots that we test the i3+ does not have obstacle-avoidance capabilities, so it may get stuck on things such as power cords or socks, and it can have difficulty navigating across surface transitions, such as from hardwood to carpet.

iRobot suggests that you clear areas where the i3+ EVO will vacuum before you use it, including putting away any toys or clutter it may come across. You should also keep the dustbin and filters free of dirt to prevent them from getting blocked. When the i3+ EVO's internal bin is full or its battery is low it will return to its docking station and automatically empties its dirt into the station's external dustbin and continues cleaning where it started. The battery's life span is approximately an hour and a half of continuous usage. It takes about three hours to charge.

2. iRobot i7+ Roomba

The iRobot Roomba i7+ is the most powerful model in the iRobot flagship line, and it has the most up-to-date features. It's self-charging and self-navigating. -- the most important feature of all -- it comes with self-emptying bins that eliminate one of the most important sources of maintenance for any buy robot vacuum cleaner vacuum.

The Roomba I7+ is able to better map rooms with Imprint Smart Mapping. It also works with the iRobot Home app to let you schedule cleaning jobs and direct your robot by voice or through the app.

In our tests, the i7+ was quicker and more maneuverable than our second-placed model and the eufy RoboVac G30, and it took large pieces of pet hair from all surface kinds, including carpeting. The main advantage it has over the Eufy is its self-emptying bin which eliminates the main sources of maintenance and reduces the cost of maintenance.

We were also impressed by the i7+'s compatibility Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant AI services. We utilized these services to instruct the robot on how to begin, stop, or pause cleaning sessions, as well as to move around the room and to vacuum a particular area. The process of connecting the i7+ to these services was simple and easy with the iRobot Home app. After connecting we were able to give the i7+ voice commands like "Hey Alexa, vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home app also provides options for managing the i7+'s settings and monitoring its performance.

3. Dyson Cyclone V10

This tiny Dyson model is an athletic car that is amidst a sea of vacuums robot with cords that feel like minivans and buses. It has the power and features to replace a stand-up vacuum for many households, but it also fits in well next to the table for a coffee or shelves where you can wave it around like an enchanted wand.

The V10 is powered by a seven-cell, energy-dense lithium-ion battery which produces continuous, non-fading power for 60 minutes. Its advanced whole-machine filter system captures allergens and expels cleaner air back into your home. The cleaning head is specially designed to drive bristles of nylon that are stiff and deep into carpets to trap large crumbs and fine dust. It comes with three suction modes to suit the task being performed. It can quickly change from handheld to floor vacuum and vice versa.

This model also has an accessory dock that can charge to 100% in 3.5 hours, and gives users an easy access to two attachments as well as an Wand clip. This is a huge improvement over older Dysons, which require a lengthy charge and are a pain to store.

The main drawback of the V10 is its sluggish run time. Its marketing claims that it can last up to 60 minutes of running time are not true as CR's tests show. This is a typical, not an exceptional, time for a battery-powered cordless vac. This is enough time to sweep the typical home however, it's not enough time to get into every corner. (A second run generally works). This model has its own advantages, however: it's lighter and more mobile than previous Dysons cordless models and its ability to vacuum is noticeably superior on low-pile floor carpet.

4. iRobot Roomba 694

The 694 is a basic robotic Floor vacuums vacuum that's an excellent choice for those who don't have a lot of money to invest in an expensive robot. It could pick up the majority of types of debris in our tests, and frequently went over the same area multiple times for an efficient clean. Its flat front design allows it to reach corners and edges of walls.

Its navigation system is smart and uses iAdapt technology to steer clear of obstacles and guide you through your home. However, it lacks the mapping capabilities of more advanced models, including our top picks, the i3+EVO and j7+ Series. As a result, it can sometimes get stuck on things like phone cords or low furniture, and it frequently will run out of battery before returning to its original location.

The Xiaomi Mi robot is superior in many ways to the Roomba 694 in that it has fewer components that require regular cleaning, is outfitted with an allergen-trapping HEPA filtering system, incurs lower recurring cost and is more sophisticated in its automation capabilities and is better able to navigate itself. It also has a bigger dustbin, and charges more quickly.

The sleek RoboVac X8 has a superior battery life than the Roomba. It also comes with physical boundaries strips and can be controlled using the voice assistant on your smartphone. It also feels more sturdy and has a more powerful motor, and is able to perform better on floors that are bare and carpets with a low pile, as well as providing a greater variety of automation features.

5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a household name in the field of home electronics. It's not a surprise, then, that they are also among the top producers of robot vacuums and mop. Jet Bot AI+ has the most advanced onboard technology to navigate and avoid obstacles.

The app provides plenty of options to customize your robotic cleaner, such as virtual barriers, mopping water levels and behavior adjustments docking frequency settings and more. The app is simple to use and understand as are other Samsung devices.

In our tests in our tests, the Jet Bot AI+ performed well on hard floors, and removed 86% of dog hair (on carpet). It didn't do very well in avoiding taller objects like cords or socks. This was disappointing. It's also more expensive than some of the other models we tried and could be a deterrent for certain shoppers.

The smart vacuum comes with an onboard camera that you can access through the app. You can also set up a live streaming from the robot's cleaning station. This feature allows you to check in on pets or children when you're away from home. The dustbin and the filter can be washed for the quick and easy cleaning. The Jet Bot AI+ comes with self-emptying clean stations, which helps to keep the robot's bin clear and optimizes suction power.

6. Black & Decker robot vacuum ebay Vacuum

Black and Decker robots have been designed specifically for flooring made of hard wood. The robots come with an extra wide cleaning path and dust bins that are 2X bigger than the competitors. This lets them clean the area for longer. They also have two side sweepers to clean along edges and corners. The POWERSERIES model also comes with AutoSense which adjusts the power level according to whether it's collecting dirt that is on the surface or embedded. It also includes a smart application that lets you view the virtual map, and control the functions and schedules. You can also track the status of the vacuum and connect it to its dock for charging at the click of a button. The app allows you to customize the lights on top of the vacuum using different colors so you can clearly see what areas it's focusing on or where it's got stuck.

The app allows you to steer the robot manually when needed. My living room rug, for instance, has a darkly-colored border that could cause trouble for other robots. However the HRV 425BL kept moving across the border, but it didn't register it as an incline. The ability to program weekly cleaning schedules is a great time-saving convenience.