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A robot vacuum is able to keep the floors clean enough to cut down on the frequency you have to manually vacuum. Look for one that offers excellent navigation, is able to clean corners and stairs and has a huge dust bin that has to be emptied only once in a while.

You can also find models that clean and charge on their own which can be essential for those who have pets or kids. The top performers in our tests offer decent obstacle-avoiding capabilities.

1. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot 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 a good alternative for those who want a an automated, hands-free cleaning experience, but want to manually empty the dustbin of the robot after it has filled up.

Both robots excel at picking up surface debris off carpets and hard floors and they are very good at getting around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software makes a smart maps of your home to assist the i3+ to navigate and clean efficiently. The i3+ does not feature obstacle avoidance features like the i7+ or any other top-rated robots we have test. It could be stuck on power cords or socks and have trouble moving between different surfaces, like rug and hardwood.

iRobot suggests that you clean the area around the i3+ EVO vacuums prior to using it. This includes putting away any toys or other clutter it may encounter. It's also a good idea to keep the dust bin and filter clear so they aren't clogged by dirt. When the i3+ EVO's internal bin is empty or the battery is low it returns to the docking station and automatically emptys the dirt into the docking station’s external dustbin. It then continues cleaning from where it left off. The i3+ EVO's battery can last for about an hour and a half of continuous use, and it takes around three hours to recharge.

2. iRobot i7+ Roomba

The iRobot i7+ is an excellent model from iRobot's flagship line and comes with the latest features. It's self-charging and self-navigating. -- the most important feature of all -- it comes with an auto-emptying dustbin, which eliminates one of the most important sources of maintenance for any robot vacuum.

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

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

We were also impressed by the i7+'s integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant AI services, which we used to instruct the robot to begin, stop or pause its cleaning session, move itself around the room and vacuum an area. The iRobot Home App made it easy to connect the i7+ with these services. We were able, once connected, to voice commands to the i7+ like "Hey Alexa vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home App also offers options to manage i7+ settings and evaluating performance.

3. Dyson Cyclone V10

This tiny Dyson model is an all-sports car in a sea of cordless vacuums that feel like minivans and buses. It is powerful enough to replace a stand-up vacuum in the majority of homes, but it is also compact enough to fit on a bookcase or coffee table.

The V10 is powered by seven cells of energy-dense Lithium-ion batteries, which produces energy that lasts for 60 minutes. Its sophisticated whole-machine filtration system captures allergens and expels clean air back into your home. The specialized head uses rigid nylon bristles to drive deep into carpets and pick up large particles or fine dust. It comes with three suction settings to meet the task that is being completed. It is able to quickly change from handheld to floor vacuum, and vice versa.

The model also comes with an accessory dock that can charge to 100% in 3.5 hours and provides an easy access to two attachments and an wand clip. This is a significant improvement over previous Dysons which require a long charge and are difficult to store.

The main drawback of the V10 is its limited run time. The tests conducted by CR show that its claims to run up to 60 minutes are misleading. This is a common, not exceptional, battery-powered vacuum's run time. That's still enough run time to clean most of a typical-sized home but not long enough to clean every spot (though an additional run-through often can be effective). This model has its own advantages however: it's lighter and more mobile than previous Dysons cordless models, and its vacuuming ability is significantly better on low-pile floor carpet.

4. iRobot Roomba 694"

One of the most well-known robot vacuums the 694 is an affordable model that's a great choice for people who don't want to invest too much on a robot. It could pick up the majority of types of debris and sizes during our tests and would often go over the same area several times to ensure a thorough clean. Its flat front design allows it to reach corners and edges of walls.

Its smart navigation system uses iAdapt technology to avoid obstacles and help you navigate your home. However, it lacks the ability to map that is found in more advanced models, including our top picks, the i3+EVO and J7+ Series. It can get stuck on cords for phones or furniture that is low and often runs out of power before returning to its original location.

The Xiaomi Mi robot cleaner commercial is superior in many ways to the Roomba 694, as it has less parts that require regular cleaning robots for home, is outfitted with an allergen-trapping HEPA filtering system, incurs lower cost of recurring costs, has more advanced automation capabilities and can better maneuver its own. It also has a bigger dustbin and can charge faster.

The elegant RoboVac X8 is superior to the Roomba 694 in most purposes, because it has a longer battery life, has the ability to alter its suction power mode on its own and comes with physical boundary strips, and is operated by your phone's voice assistant. It's also more robust, has a more powerful motor, and is more effective on low-pile and bare floors.

5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a household name in home electronics. It's not surprising that they are also among the top producers of robot vacuums and mop. Their Jet Bot AI+ is equipped with cutting-edge onboard technology for navigation and obstacles avoidance.

The app gives you plenty of options to personalize your robotic cleaner, including virtual barriers mopping water levels, behavior customization, docking frequency settings, and much more. The app is easy to navigate and use as are other Samsung devices.

In our testing our tests, the Jet Bot AI+ excelled on hard floors and dealt with dog hair (on carpet) quite well, cleaning up 86% of it. However, it wasn't particularly well at avoiding higher-up objects like cords or socks which was a disappointment. It's also more expensive than some of the other models we've tested which could be a problem for certain shoppers.

The smart vacuum has an onboard camera that you can access via the app, and you can also create a live stream from the robot vacuum price's cleaning station. This feature allows you to check in on your pets or children while you're away. The dustbin and the filter can be cleaned for a quick, painless clean-up. The Jet Bot AI+ comes with self-emptying clean stations, which helps keep the bin clean and improves suction power.

6. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum

Contrary to other robotic vacuums that are specifically designed for hard floors and carpets, Black and Decker robots are specifically designed for hard floors. The robots come with an extra-wide cleaning path and dust bins that are 2X larger than the competition. This allows them to clean the area for a longer period of time. They also have two side sweepers that can be used to clean along edges and corners. The POWERSERIES Extreme model also includes AutoSense technology, which senses the presence of dirt or debris on the surface and then automatically adjusts the power level. The vacuum also has an app that lets users to see the virtual map, manage functions, and create schedules. You can also track the status of the vacuum and then send it to its dock for charging at the click of a button. The app also lets you to customize the lights on top of the vacuum by using different colors, so you can easily tell what areas it's focusing on or where it's gotten stuck.

The app allows you to steer the robot manually, if necessary. My living room rug for instance is darkly colored that can trip up some other robots. However, the HRV 425BL continued to move across the border without registering it as an incline. Also, the ability to create a weekly cleaning schedule is a fantastic time-saving feature.