Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo Self Empty
Vacuum and mop combos take the guesswork out of cleaning hard floors. These machines are perfect for quick cleaning between deep vacuuming.
Roborock S7 Max Ultra is a great option for those who prefer to mop without touching the machine. Its base is large but not unattractive, and it holds clean and dirt water tanks big enough to last for several sessions.
iRobot Combo j7+
The Combo J7+ is a combination of the Roomba j7 vacuum cleaner and the wet mopping feature. The robot can remove sticky spills while staying clear of obstacles. It returns to its dock after its cleaning process. Suggested Browsing is ideal for homes with hardwood floors and can be used to clean rugs tiles, tiles, or tiles with mixed surfaces.
The Combo J7+, as all Roomba models is great in taking in dirt. PrecisionVision and iRobot OS help the robot to navigate with greater efficiency. It is able to avoid common objects, like cords or pet mess. The iRobot Combo j7+ can even avoid furniture, such as high chairs with backs, which could trap the robot underneath them.
When the iRobot Combo j7+ detects that it is on a surface that needs to be cleaned it raises its arm and moves an apron that is mopped underneath it. It was a highly intuitive system that worked well during my testing. However, I noticed that it was not able to completely wipe away liquids based on water, like juice or wine. The mopping pad is easily washable and reusable.
The camera in the front of the iRobot Combo is also useful. It can spot potential hazards like power cables and pet waste and steer clear of them to ensure a thorough clean. This feature is better than the majority of robot vacuums' cameras, which could get stuck on things like rug tassels. The iRobot Combo ju7+ front camera has blind spots that could cause it to miss certain objects.
The iRobot Combo ju7+ is expensive, however it performs well enough to justify its price. It has a high rating from customers, who like its clever features. It's worth looking at alternatives, like the Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni. It's less expensive than iRobot Combo h7+, and it responds to voice commands without needing for third-party integration. It also mop and vacuum in one sweep. Plus, it has a huge water tank, and the mopping pads are self-cleaning.
Miele Scout RX3 Home Vision
The Scout RX3 Home Vision robot vacuum and mop is a fully-featured robot vacuum that comes with all the features you'd expect from a high-end brand. You can remotely monitor your home via its camera and even watch it work via the app (though the app itself doesn't offer the high-resolution image quality that you get from the camera).
The mops do a great job of cleaning tile or wood floors, as well as rugs, and picking up dirt, dust, and hair of pets. They also have efficient obstacle avoidance that doesn't push small and lightweight objects, like toys or socks, across the floor. It's the best mopping robotic we've evaluated. It also comes with a magnetic strip that can be used to block off areas that the robot isn't able to reach, such as rooms with many cables.
The robot is not equipped with the other aspects that are expected of the type of robot it is. While the mops do an excellent job, their maximum running time is 60 minutes and is lower than what we'd expect to see on such a high-end product. Also, it doesn't automatically empty itself into its charging station, or follow up the mopping with the quick vacuum.
But it's an ideal choice for people who have large homes as the cleaning and mapping process are fast and efficient. The app is simple to use, and you can make schedules. You can still use the remote to control it if don't want to use a strong WiFi connection.
The Miele Scout RX3 Home Vision isn't cheap but it has a lot of smart functions that make up for the cost. The live monitoring feature for homes is fantastic and also looks great. It's a great option for those with young children or pets, or anyone who needs to monitor their home while away. Many people who own a robotic mop and vacuum combo are amazed at the changes their floors look after using them often.
Roborock S7 Max Ultra
The S7 Max Ultra, Roborock's new robot vacuum and mop combination self-empty ($1299 on Amazon) is an excellent upgrade to the S6 and S7 models. It adds a host of beneficial features, including more aggressive mopping and higher-powered suction (up up to 5,100Pa as opposed to the earlier models which had a lower power of 2,400Pa). It also features a precise lidar navigation system that works in 3D similar to radar. This allows it to observe things such as baseboards, chairs and furniture legs so it can expertly maneuver around them. It can create customized cleaning routines that you can start by pressing, such as an "After meal mode" which systematically cleans and vacuums kitchen floors.
This robot also comes with an exclusive feature that isn't found on other robots: VibraRise, which raises the mopping plate when it detects carpeting so it doesn't get area rugs wet and makes mopping more efficient. It also comes with a deep-cleaning feature that vacuums and mops carpets with one pass, removing dirt and dust more effectively than spinning mops. You can also use the app to set a schedule for regular cleaning or clean on the go.
The S7 Max Ultra is a great device for its intended purpose, but it does have some disadvantages. The price is the most significant. It's the most expensive robot vacuum and mop set-up I've seen. Other issues aren't specific to this particular model but more indicative of robotic vacuums as a whole: it does not deal with large spills or sticky messes.
The S7 Max Ultra is easy to set up: just connect it and then sync it to your phone using Wi-Fi and begin a cleaning session. Once you've done this you can modify the settings within the app. For example, you can set up cleaning zones that are not allowed or schedule them.
Its remarkable obstacle avoidance is a further plus. In testing, it only got stuck twice in tight areas, which is better than the S6 MaxV's three attempts and the X1 Omni's four tries. The app allows you to mark an object as a temporary obstacle and the S7 Max Ultra ignores it when it comes to cleaning.
Narwal Freo
The Narwal Freo is a unique robot that combines mops and vacuums. It's one of the most affordable combo bots we've tested. The Freo is a fantastic option for anyone in need of a combination cleaner. Its impressive cleaning performance, as well its wide array of options for customization makes it a fantastic option. However, its lack of advanced obstacle avoidance and a polished app tempered our enthusiasm for this model.
The first thing you need to do is scan your space. This will help the Freo map the area that it will scrub. This process takes about one minute. Once the Freo knows the location of everything it will be able to navigate more efficiently throughout subsequent cleanings.
Another great feature is Freo's ability to register an area as mopping or dry vacuuming so that it is more efficient when switching between the two. It's also smart enough to detect when its mop pads are dirty and will automatically return to the dock for refills, then head back out to clean and wet hard surfaces.
The Freo's ability to mop and vacuum carpets is one of its strengths. The two mops pads on the Freo are automatically raised when the Freo is in contact with carpet and allows it to use less power and resources while still getting rid of debris. It also gets rid of sand and oatmeal without needing to go through multiple times using the mop/vac.
The Freo's unique tilted side brush are based on street sweeper trucks. They do well in taking in and sweeping out dirt particles. Its rounded body design and premium finish make the Freo an attractive appearance. The robot is controlled via an LCD screen on its base station. However, we preferred to use the app for smartphones.
The app comes with a range of options to alter the Freo's behavior, such as schedules for busy rooms, spot cleanings, and the option to turn on a parental lock. You can also select the length of time that the Freo spends air drying its mop pads, and choose the frequency at which it empties its trash bin. You can even set the maximum size of the trash bin.