15 Gifts For The Robots That Vacuum And Mop Lover In Your Life
Robots That Vacuum and Mop Robots that vacuum and mop provide the convenience of cleaning both dry debris (dust dirt) and wet mess (spills and staining) in one go without the need to switch out devices. They also can save space compared to two separate units, especially in smaller living spaces. A good combination bot will offer excellent navigation and obstacles avoidance. Look for models that can automatically empty their bin and fill up their water tank, and wash their mopping pads from a dedicated dock. 1. Eufy S1 Pro It has a lot to offer for its low cost and is one of the easiest robots we've tested to install. Unpacking is simple and the quick-start manual gets you up and running in no time with an entire dust bag, water tank, and a hard floor. The S1 Pro is an incredibly powerful machine that can mop and vacuum well. The mops spin at fast speeds and exert 2.2 pounds (1kg) of force, allowing for quick removal of dirt, pet hair, and dried sticky spills. The vacuum cleaner comes with four power settings, a range of attachments and brushes and an intuitive app that lets you choose the type of cleaning you want for each room. For example, you can opt for the robot to do a deep clean in the kitchen and living rooms but take it easy in the spare bedroom. The S1 Pro's front collision sensors and smart navigation tech are excellent too as the robot is capable of detecting small obstacles that other models struggle with. Its only drawback is that it can smash into walls and other objects at a high speed, but just a glance at the cleaning history in the app will tell you exactly what it's doing and where it's headed and the obstacles it's run into or avoided. The docking station has a handy LCD screen that displays when maintenance is needed like emptying the debris and washing the dirty water tank. It's also capable of mixing detergent automatically into the water tank, by using a 600ml bottle filled with eufy's own solution. Both the S1 Pro mop and vacuum have a long running time. The mop can operate for 184 mins in Quiet Mode. The vacuum can last for 136 minutes in normal mode, before needing to recharge or returning back to the base. You can view the complete cleaning details within the app, which is well laid out and easy to understand however we would have liked to be able to distinguish between a mop only vacuum and mop and vacuum clean when looking at a cleaned area in the history of cleaning. 2. Roborock S8 Pro Ultra The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra is the latest version of the company's flagship robot vacuum and mop. This year's model has two agitators built into its mopping pad. This enhances the cleaning capabilities of carpets with this model. The S8 Pro Ultra has an improved suction power which allows it to remove finer hairs and other debris other robotic cleaners may miss. This Roborock model, like the other two I tested is equipped with infrared and 3D obstacle avoidance technology to help it overcome obstacles like furniture, walls, and other obstacles. The S8 Pro Ultra goes one step further and incorporates a dual-camera that can identify objects, and determine if they are walls or other surfaces. It is able to change its direction automatically and clean the objects, without missing a step. It's the most expensive of the three models I've examined, but it's also the most loaded with features. Its sleek, angular style is attractive and it has just three physical buttons: the power button, that also resumes cleaning; a mop button that doubles as a child lock and a home button that can send the robot back to its dock. Lifting the hinged lid reveals the 350ml dust bin as well as a 200ml water tank. The water tank is self-emptying, and the bin is auto-filling. The only drawback I could find to this model was that the VibraRise mop pads mount is not removable. It is possible to replace the mopping cloth when required, but it's a challenge to take the mount off for washing manually. I've observed that any carpet that the robot touches will come into contact with the rough Velcro like fastener system on mount, which can cause abrasions. The S8 Pro Ultra is equipped with a number intelligent features, including support for Google Home and Amazon Alexa. The Roborock app lets you manage and set up these features. It also contains maps and advanced mopping options. The app allows you to schedule cleanings and track battery life. You'll need to jump through a few steps to enable voice control on this model. This is a shame considering how well-performing it is otherwise. 3. Dreame X40 The Dreame X40 is an industry-leading robot vacuum and mop equipped with exceptional suction power, advanced mowing capabilities, and ingenuity features. Its innovative design allows for personalized and efficient cleaning, while also saving time. The X40 robot vacuum cleaner is the first one to provide 12,000 Pascals cleaning power. It is one of the most powerful alternatives available. This powerful vacuum can clean up the dry mess, which includes pet hair and food particles. It also comes with a top-quality mop that makes hard floors spotlessly clean, even with a wet pad. The X40 is also very quiet when in operation, with only occasional bursts during mode changes or self-maintenance. Another notable feature is the X40's extendable and liftable side brush that allows it to reach hard-to-reach corners and intimately clean furniture, such as tables and chair legs. It also allows the robot to get under furniture with a low profile making it an ideal option for apartments or condominiums with small spaces. The side brush tilts automatically down when it spots wet spots. This is a wonderful feature that helps the X40 to prevent damage to floors from the frequent back-and-forth movement. Unlike other robots, which are limited to a single task, the X40 can mop and vacuum simultaneously. It can be programmed to mop only the hard floors and not skip carpeted areas, and reverse the process. It can be controlled using the Dreame app or via Alexa, Siri, and Google Home to ensure a smooth voice-controlled operation. The app is easy to use and intuitive The X40 comes with a variety of smart features that are easy to configure. Users can program the X40 to clean at certain times. It can also be adjusted to adjust suction power, switch modes, view floor plans and maps and control mopping settings. The X40 will also track its progress and notify you when it's done. The X40 is easy to clean and has many convenient features, making it a perfect option for busy families. The docking station automatically empty the dustbin into a huge 3.2 L bin, washes the mop pads, and refills them with fresh water and cleaning solution. It can also detect when the mop pad is full and notify you before it gets overflowing, reducing the necessity for manual maintenance. 4. L20 Ultra The L20 Ultra robot is one of the most expensive models available on the market. It has a number of characteristics that make it stand out. Smart DuoScrub is a brand new feature in its mop heads, makes use of two mop heads that are high-speed to scrub floors more thoroughly. It also has a suction force of 7,000Pa. This is higher than the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra and Ecovacs Deebots T20 Omni. It can also clean pet hair, dirt particles and pick up spills and dirty spots. The mops are cleaned and dried in the base station each time they are used. This is a fantastic feature as it stops the growth of mould and unpleasant odours in storage, and also makes the mop system more efficient. This is a feature we haven't seen on other robot mop or vacuum models. It could be a great method to keep your home clean longer. There are a lot of options, including the option to schedule cleaning times and adjust preferences. The app allows you to define these preferences, or utilize the buttons on the device itself. The app is simple to use and provides a variety of options for customising the cleaning process, and there are a lot of features that other robots don't include, such as the Clean Genius mode that automatically increases suction power whenever it detects dust particles, rather than using an individual setting. The L20 Ultra is also one of the most fashionable robots we've seen on market, with a white and metallic design that looks classy and sophisticated. It's a bit heavier at 4kg than the other robots on this listing, but it's still not too heavy. It is solid and well-built. Mopping is well-designed and the double-rotating mop is great for hard floors or in corners. They can also extend to 2mm baseboards thanks to the MopExtend feature which is a nice touch.