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A robot vacuum will keep your floors tidy enough to decrease the frequency of hoovering manually. Find one that has good navigation, can clean stairs and corners and also has a large dust bin that needs emptying only periodically.

There are models that can mop and charge themselves, which is a feature that is essential for families with children or pets. A majority of the top performers in our tests have great obstacle avoidance.

1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The i3+ EVO and its i3 EVO sibling, the i3 EVO are both identical robots, but they differ in that the i3+ comes with self-emptying features. That makes the i3+ an excellent option for those who want an entirely automated, hands-free cleaning experience but don't mind manually emptying their robot's dustbin as it gets full.

Both robots do well picking up surface debris off carpets and hard floors, and they are very good in moving around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software makes a smart map of your home to aid the i3+ in its navigation and clean efficiently. The i3+ isn't able to have obstacle avoidance capabilities like the i7+ or other top-rated robots we have test. It could get stuck on power cords or socks, and may have trouble navigating between different surfaces like rug and hardwood.

iRobot suggests that you clean the area around the i3+ EVO vacuums before using it. This includes putting away any toys or other items it may encounter. You should also keep the dustbin and filters clean to prevent them from getting blocked. If the i3+ EVO's internal bin is full or the battery is low it goes back to its docking station, automatically emptying its dirt into the station's external dustbin and continues cleaning the area where it left off. The battery's lifespan is around an hour and a half of constant usage. It takes three hours to charge.

2. iRobot Roomba i7+

The iRobot Roomba i7+ is the most powerful model in iRobot's flagship line, and it is equipped with the most recent features. It's self-charging, self-navigating and the most crucial feature of all -- it has an auto-emptying dustbin, which eliminates one of the primary sources of maintenance for any robot vacuum.

The Roomba i7+ can keep up to 10 floor vacuum robot plans and their names thanks to Imprint Smart Mapping, a system that lets it create maps of rooms so that it can clean them more efficiently. It also works with the iRobot Home app to let you schedule cleaning tasks and control your robot cleaning machine with voice or through the app.

The i7+ is quicker and more maneuverable in our tests than the eufy RoboVac G30. It also removed large pet hair pieces from any surface, including carpeting. Its biggest advantage over the eufy, is its self-emptying dustbin, which eliminates a major source of maintenance and reduces recurring costs.

We were also awestruck by the i7+'s integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant AI services that we used to instruct the robot to start, stop or pause its cleaning routines, move itself around the room and sweep a specific space. The process of connecting the i7+ to these services was easy and straightforward through the iRobot Home app. After connecting, we were able to communicate with the i7+ using voice commands like "Hey Alexa, vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home App also offers options to manage i7+ settings and monitoring performance.

3. Dyson Cyclone V10

In a world of vacuums with cords that are like minivans and buses, this tiny Dyson model feels like a sports car. It's got the power and features to replace a stand-up vacuum in the majority of households and can fit perfectly next to a coffee table or on a bookshelf where you can move it around like the magic wand.

The V10 is powered by a 7-cell energy-dense lithium-ion battery which produces energy that is not faded for 60 minutes. Its sophisticated whole-machine filtration system removes allergens, and then releases clean air back into your home. Its specialized head uses stiff nylon bristles to drive deep into carpets and pick up large dust or crumbs. It comes with three suction modes to suit the task at hand. It quickly switches from handheld to floor vacuum and back again.

This model also has docks that charge to 100% in about 3.5 hours and offers an easy access to two attachments and an clip for a wand. This is a huge improvement over earlier Dysons that require a long charge and are difficult to store.

The main issue with the V10 is its short running time. The tests conducted by CR show that its marketing claims of up to 60 minutes are misleading. This is an average and not a remarkable time for the battery-powered cordless vacuum. That's still enough run time to get rid of the majority of a home that's average size but not long enough to clean every spot (though a second run-through usually does the trick). This model has its own advantages however: it's lighter and more maneuverable than earlier Dysons cordless models, and its vacuuming ability is noticeably superior on carpets with low pile.

4. iRobot Roomba 694

The 694 is a basic robotic vacuum that's a great option for those who don't have lots of money to invest in the latest model of robot. It's capable of sucking up most types of debris and sizes during our tests, and it often goes over the same areas multiple times to get a really thorough clean. Its flat front end helps it reach into corners and along the edges of walls which is a nice addition.

Its smart navigation system uses iAdapt to avoid obstacles and navigate your home, but it lacks the ability to map that comes with more advanced models like our top choices and the i3+ EVO and the j7+ series. It can get stuck on phone cords or furniture and often runs out of power before returning to its home base.

The Xiaomi Mi robot vacuum cleaner for sale is superior in many ways over the Roomba 694, as it has less parts that require regular cleaning, is outfitted with an allergen-trapping HEPA filtering system, incurs lower costs for recurring expenses and is more sophisticated in its automation capabilities and is able to better move its own. It also has a bigger dustbin and can charge faster.

The sleek RoboVac X8 has a superior battery longevity than the Roomba 694. It also comes with physical boundaries strips that can be controlled using the voice assistant on your smartphone. It's also more robust, has a larger motor, and can perform better on floors with bare or low-pile.

5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a household name in the field of home electronics. It's not surprising, then, that they are also among the top manufacturers of robot vacuums and mop. Jet Bot AI+ has a cutting-edge onboard technology for navigation and obstacle avoidance.

The app gives you plenty of options to customize your robotic cleaner, such as virtual barriers mopping water levels, behavior customization docking frequency settings and much more. It's easy to comprehend and is user-friendly, which is the case with other Samsung devices.

In our tests our tests, the Jet Bot AI+ excelled on hard floors, and also handled dog hair (on carpet) quite well, clearing up 86 percent of it. However, it didn't do particularly well with larger objects, like cords and socks, which was disappointing. It's also more expensive than the other models we've tested, and this could be a deal breaker for some buyers.

The app lets you access the camera onboard of the smart vacuum. You can also create live streaming from the robot's cleaning area. This feature lets you to check in on your pets or children while you're away. The filter and dustbin can be washed for quick, easy cleanup. The Jet Bot AI+ comes with self-emptying clean stations, which helps to 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. They come with a wide cleaning path and a larger dustbin that holds 2X more debris than competitors to keep the cleaning area clear for maximum runtime. Plus, they include two side sweepers to clean around edges and corners. The POWERSERIES model includes AutoSense that automatically adjusts the power level according to whether it's cleaning up dirt on the surface or embedded dirt. It also has a smart app that lets you view the virtual map, and control functions and schedules. Additionally, you can track the vacuum's battery status and send it back to its dock for charging at the touch of a button. The app lets you modify the LEDs on the top of the vacuum to discern where it is focusing or if it's stuck.

The application also allows you to manually steer the robot should you need to. For instance, my living room rug has a darkly colored border that can trip up some of the other robots I've tested. However the HRV 425BL continued to move across the border without registering it as an incline. The ability to program a cleaning schedule for each week is a time-saving convenience.