The Best Self Emptying Robot Vacuum

The best self emptying robot vacuum features an underlying container that can hold one month's worth of debris and automatically empty. It also makes a detailed map of your home and allows you to label rooms and establish "no-go" zones.

It is equipped with superior obstacle avoidance capabilities, and it is safe from power cords and rogue socks.

Roomba s9+ iRobot from iRobot

This is a top model from iRobot and it performs very well. It can move easily across a variety of surfaces, and is very effective at sucking dust, dirt and debris up. It's also extremely well-constructed and looks pretty nice, too.

The S9 is the latest iRobot premium S Series robot vacuum. It has a few additional features that help it distinct from other models. The iRobot App can use, for instance, the camera to create a map that assists the robot to navigate and clean efficiently.

It can also automatically return to the location where it started if its battery runs low during the cleaning process and you don't need to re-clean the same spots. You can start and stop cleaning with a voice command, or through the iRobot App. This smart vacuum can also clean in the dark!

Carpet Boost is another great feature. It gives the S9 more suction power when it comes into contact with carpeting so that it will pick up more dirt. This unit also uses the square front design, which is closer to the corners and walls as opposed to the earlier round designs. Be aware that this model isn't able to work well with shag or high-pile carpeting.

In our tests, we observed that the iRobot S9+ cleaned thoroughly and efficiently a variety of floor surfaces including hard and medium-pile carpets. It also performed well with laminate flooring, and vinyl flooring. It also did a great job of maneuvering between furniture and objects, although it struggled a bit with stairs, and can crash into objects like bookcases.

We liked the feature that the S9 automatically returns to its base to empty its dust bin when it's empty, which dramatically reduces hands-on maintenance needs. The dust bin should last about 30 loads, or about one month or so and you'll need to replace the filter once in a while (which is actually recommended by iRobot). Our experience suggests that the iRobot S9+ doesn't get loud during operation which makes it a good choice for people who live with kids or pets.

Eufy RoboVac Hybrid X8

Robot vacuum cleaners are made to take care of the dirty work for you, and can be used to remove carpets and hardwood floors. The best ones can be controlled and monitored via apps for smartphones, and some even have mopping tech for bathroom and kitchen floors. They are a great option for busy families and they are becoming more affordable. If you want top-of-the-line features for your robotic vacuum cleaner, you're going to be spending a little more.

The Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid vacuum and mopping machine is an excellent choice for people who live in a multi-floored apartment. Dual motors provide it with incredible cleaning power and the 0.6l dustbin can hold plenty of pet hair. The dustbin can be removed and emptied easily which is beneficial because you'll need to clean it often.

It's also easy to set up, though I recommend fully charging the X8 Hybrid prior to running it for the first time. Install the Eufy Home application and follow the instructions to connect it to your WiFi network. The app will then help you to create a map of your home. It can identify the rooms, divide large spaces into sub-rooms to make it easier to open-plan living, and direct the X8 Hybrid towards specific areas that need to be cleaned at a certain time. Eufy's app is more user-friendly and refined than other robots that have similar scanning and mapping functions.

One of the best features on the X8 Hybrid is that you can start the mop or vacuum using your voice, thanks to integration with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. This is a great feature that makes the robot hands-free. It worked well in our test home.

The X8 Hybrid, like many robotic vacuums, has a few problems with floors that are not fully covered. It can miss pet fur and small objects and tends to bump things, such as its charger on the charging platform. It's also not as quiet as some other models we've tested, and the whirring sound can be distracting.

Roborock V3S pro

This model isn't as feature-rich as some of the more expensive models we tested but it does come with the basics. It has a large dust bin that can hold a large amount of dirt prior to needing to be emptied. The vacuum and mop system is great for both carpets with hard floors as well as carpets with low pile. It's also very quiet, and we could watch the TV while it was working without feeling like it was bombarding us with the sound.

Our test subjects were extremely impressed with how easy the machine was to use and set up. They also appreciated its ability to eliminate all the mess from their floors. It was effective in cleaning pet hair, messes, and carpeting however it was a bit more difficult at eliminating stubborn stains. The users found the app to be user-friendly and easy to use, and could schedule the vacuum to clean on a regular basis to cut down on the amount they needed to do manually. The one downside is that it doesn't have any mapping technology or object avoidance technology, so you can't direct it to specific rooms or follow virtual boundaries (though magnetic boundary strips are compatible).

The V3S Pro is another model from the iRobot's budget line. It comes with several impressive features for an affordable price. It was the best robot vacuum we tested to avoid obstacles and map them. It's also the best budget choice for those seeking a more intelligent, self-emptying robot vacuum that is robot cleaner with mop able to handle hair and pet messes on floors made of hardwood or carpets with a low pile. It's also extremely quiet and has a huge dust bin which can hold a lot of dust before it has to be empty.

While the V3S Pro didn't earn a spot in our top picks roundups from reliable sources that conduct tests with hands-on, it was highly praised by reviewers at Modern Castle, Smart Robot Reviews and The Ambient. The V3S Pro was simple to use and set up, but the battery life was a bit short.

Roborock Q Revo

The Q Revo is an entry-level robot mop and vacuum that provides a wide range of features at a fair price. You can get many of the high-end features, like smart navigation and mapping, without spending a fortune. You can utilize voice commands with Alexa, Google Assistant or Apple Siri shortcuts for custom automations, and also to start your cleaning process while you're away.

Roborock has taken its time designing this smart cleaner. The result is that the product is extremely sturdy and feels as if it was made with premium materials. The base is sturdy and robust and has the charging port built into the battery. There's a docking station for the clean-water tank and the dirty-water bins above. Under those, you'll find an area that houses the sealed vacuum bag.

When you connect your device to the app, you'll get the map in 3D or 2D of your home that shows the location of where your robot is located and what area it's cleaning. You can also create virtual barriers to ensure that the robot isn't in certain areas and make sure that it only cleans certain types of floors. It's also able to adjust its power settings according to what type of floor is being cleaned, as well as choosing the most efficient method of cleaning.

In contrast to other robot vacuums, the Q Revo can lift up both of its mops while it's vacuuming to ensure that your carpet doesn't get stained fibres. In fact, it's one of the only vacuums on the market that can do this.

The Q Revo's suction power of 5500Pa is enough to get rid of pet hair and dust specks when mopping. The all-rubber brush is perfect for dissolving hair from animals and humans, as well as adapting to uneven surfaces.

The only drawback is that it takes an extended time to fill and empty water tanks, both clean and dirty. Luckily, you can reduce the frequency of this by utilizing the auto-empty feature that will automatically empty the container after a few days. There is no automatic reminder to examine the level of water at the dock.