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A robot vacuum will keep your floors tidy enough to decrease the frequency of manual hoovering. Pick a robot vacuum that has good navigation, can clean stairs and corners and has a large bin that will need to be emptying every so often.

There are models that mop and charge on their own, a feature that may be beneficial for those with children or pets. A lot of the top performers in our tests offer decent obstacle-avoiding capabilities.

۱. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot EVO

The i3+ EVO and its i3 EVO sibling the i3 EVO are both identical robots that differ only in that the i3+ comes with self-emptying features. The i3+ is a good option for those who want a fully automated, hands-off cleaning experience but are willing to manually empty the robot’s dustbin after it has filled up.

Both robots are good at picking up surface dirt on carpets and hard floors, and they can easily move around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software makes smart maps of your home that help the i3+ EVO to navigate and clean in a manner that maximizes efficiency. The i3+ doesn’t feature obstacle avoidance features like the i7+ or any other top-rated robots we have tested. It may get stuck on power cords or socks and have trouble moving between surfaces, such as carpet and hardwood.

iRobot suggests cleaning up the area where the i3+ EVO vacuums prior to using it. This includes getting rid of any toys or other clutter it might encounter. You should also keep the filters and dust bin clear to avoid getting blocked. If the i3+’s internal bin is empty or the battery is low it returns to the docking station and emptys the dirt into the docking station’s external dustbin. Then it continues cleaning where it started. The i3+ EVO’s batteries last for about an hour and a half continuous use, and it takes around three hours to recharge.

۲. iRobot Roomba i7+

The iRobot i7+ is a top model from iRobot’s flagship line, and it comes with the latest technology. It is self-charging and self-navigating. But the most significant feature is its self-emptying bin. This eliminates the need for routine maintenance.

The Roomba i7+ can keep up to 10 floor plans and their names with Imprint Smart Mapping, an application that lets it map rooms so it can clean them more efficiently. It also integrates with iRobot Home to schedule cleaning tasks, and you can control your robot through the app or voice.

The i7+ is faster and more maneuverable in our tests compared to the eufy RoboVac G30. It also removed large pet hair pieces from any surface including carpeting. The biggest advantage over the Eufy is its self-emptying bin that eliminates the main sources of maintenance and lowers the cost of recurring maintenance.

We were also impressed with the i7+’s compatibility with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant AI services. We used these services to instruct the robot to begin, stop, or pause cleaning sessions as well as move around the room, and to vacuum a particular area. The iRobot Home App made it easy to connect the i7+ to these services. After being connected, to give voice commands to the i7+, like “Hey Alexa vacuum the master bedroom.” The iRobot Home App also offers options for managing i7+ settings and evaluating performance.

۳. Dyson Cyclone V10

This tiny Dyson model is a sports car that is amidst a sea of vacuums powered by cordless that resemble minivans and buses. It has the power and features to replace a stand-up vacuum in the majority of households and can fit perfectly next to the table for a coffee or shelves where you can move it around like an enchanted device.

The V10 is powered by a Lithium-ion battery with 7 cells of energy, which produces power that is not fading for 60 minutes. Its advanced whole-machine filter system removes allergens, and then releases cleaner 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 that can be adjusted to the task. It is able to swiftly change from handheld to floor vacuum, and vice versa.

The model comes with a dock which charges the Dyson to 100 percent within 3.5 hours. It also offers an easy access to two attachments and an wand. This is a major improvement over older Dysons which require a long charge and are difficult to store.

The main drawback of the V10 is its short running time. The claims of its marketing that it has up to 60 minutes of run time are a bit misleading, as CR’s testing shows. This is a typical, not exceptional, battery-powered cordless vacuum’s running time. This is enough time to clean the average-sized home, but not enough to get into every corner. (A second run usually works). This model has its own advantages, however: it’s lighter and more maneuverable than older Dysons cordless models, and its vacuuming ability is noticeable superior on carpets with low pile.

۴. iRobot Roomba 694

The 694 is a basic robotic vacuum that’s a great choice for those who don’t have a lot of money to spend on an expensive robot. It was able to pick up all kinds of debris and sizes in our testing and often went over the same area many times for a thorough clean. Its flat front end helps it to reach into corners and along the walls’ edges, which is a nice touch.

Its intelligent navigation system makes use of iAdapt technology to steer clear of obstacles and guide you through your home. However, it lacks the mapping capabilities of more advanced models, such as our top picks, i3+EVO and the j7+ Series. As a result, it is sometimes stuck on things like phone cords and low furniture, and it often will run out of battery before making it back to its home base.

The Xiaomi Mi robot vacuum is superior to the Roomba 694 in many ways, as it has fewer components that require regular maintenance, is fitted with an allergen-trapping HEPA filter, has lower costs for recurring maintenance, has more advanced automation capabilities and is better at moving itself. It also has a larger dustbin and is charged 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 your smartphone’s voice assistance. It is also more robust, has a more powerful motor, and is more effective on floors with bare or low-pile.

۵. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a well-known brand in the field of home electronics. It’s not surprising that they are also among the top manufacturers of robot vacuums and mop. Their Jet Bot AI+ is equipped with 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 and behavior customization, docking frequency settings, and much more. It’s easy to comprehend and user-friendly, as is the case with other Samsung devices.

In our tests, the Jet Bot AI+ performed well on hard floors, and cleaned up 86 percent of dog hair (on carpet). It did not do well in avoiding taller items such as cords or socks. This was disappointing. It’s also more expensive than some of the other models we tested, which might be a problem for some buyers.

The smart vacuum comes with an onboard camera that is accessible via the app, and you can also set up a live stream from the robot’s cleaning station. This feature allows you to monitor your pets or kids when you’re away from home. The dustbin and filter are washable for quick, easy cleanup. The Jet Bot AI+ comes with an automatic clean station which helps keep the bin clean and improves suction power.

۶. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum

Black and Decker robots are designed specifically for flooring made of hard wood. They have a wider cleaning path as well as a large dustbin that holds twice as much debris than competitors to keep the area clean for the longest time. They also have two side sweepers for cleaning along edges and corners. The POWERSERIES Extreme model comes with AutoSense technology, which detects whether it’s picking up dirt on surfaces or embedded dirt and then automatically adjusts its power level. It also has a smart app that lets you view the virtual map and control functions and schedules. You can also track the status of the vacuum and then send it to its dock for charging with the touch of a single button. The app allows you to customize the LED lights on the top of the vacuum using different colors, so you can easily tell the areas where it’s focused or where it’s gotten stuck.

The app allows you to manually steer the robot in the event of need. For instance my living room rug has a darkly-colored border that has a tendency to make it difficult for other robots I’ve tested. The HRV 425BL, however, continued to move across the border without ever registering the cliff. Also, the ability to program a weekly cleaning schedule is a fantastic time-saving feature.