Top Rated Robot Vacuums

A robot vacuum will keep your floors clean enough to reduce the frequency of manual hoovering. Pick a robot vacuum that is well-trained in navigation, is able to clean corners and stairs and has large bins that will need to be emptied periodically.

There are also models that mop and charge themselves, a feature that may be important for people with pets or kids. A lot of the top performers in our tests also have good obstacle avoidance.

1. IRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The i3+ EVO is identical to its sibling the i3 EVO. They differ only in that the i3+ has self-emptying capabilities. The i3+ is a great alternative for those who want a a fully automated, hands-off cleaning experience, but are willing to manually empty the robot's dustbin after it has filled up.

Both robots excel at cleaning up surface debris from carpets and hard floors, and they're excellent in moving around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software creates intelligent maps of your home, which help the i3+ EVO to navigate and clean in a manner that maximizes efficiency. However, unlike the i7+ and other top-rated robots we test the i3+ does not have any obstacle-avoidance features which means it can get stuck on things such as power cords or socks, and it may have trouble in navigating through transitions between surfaces like hardwood to rug.

iRobot recommends that you tidy up the area where the i3+ EVO vacuums prior to using it. This includes putting away any toys or clutter it might encounter. Also, keep the dustbin and filter clear to avoid becoming clogged. When the i3+ EVO's internal bin is full or the battery is depleted it goes back to its docking station, automatically emptying its trash into the station's dust bin and then resumes cleaning where it began. The battery's lifespan is around an hour and a half of constant usage. It takes about three hours to fully charge.

2. Roomba by iRobot

The iRobot i7+ is a top model from iRobot’s flagship line and comes with the most recent features. It's self cleaning vacuum-charging, self-navigating and -- the most important feature of all -- it has an auto vacuum-emptying dustbin, which eliminates one of the main sources of maintenance for any robot vacuum.

The Roomba i7+ is able to remember up to 10 floor plans and their names with Imprint Smart Mapping, an application 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 using voice or through the app.

The i7+ is quicker and more agile in our tests than the eufy RoboVac G30. It also cleaned large pet hair pieces from all surfaces, including carpeting. The biggest advantage over the Eufy is its self-emptying bin that eliminates the main sources of maintenance and reduces recurring cost.

We were also awestruck by the i7+'s integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant AI services that we used to instruct the robot vac to begin, stop or pause its cleaning session and move around the room and vacuum the area. Connecting the i7+ to these services was simple and straightforward through the iRobot Home app. After connecting to these services, we were able communicate with the i7+ using voice commands such as "Hey Alexa, automatic vacuum cleaner the master bedroom." The iRobot Home App also offers options to manage i7+ settings and monitoring the performance.

3. Dyson Cyclone V10

In a world of cordless vacs that look like minivans or buses, this tiny Dyson model feels like a sports car. It's powerful enough to replace a traditional stand-up vacuum in the majority of homes, yet it is also small enough to fit on a bookcase or coffee table.

The V10 is powered with seven cells of energy-dense Lithium-ion batteries, which produces power without fading for 60 minutes. The advanced whole-machine filter system captures allergens, and then lets cleaner air into your home. The specially designed head utilizes stiff nylon bristles to drive deep into carpets and collect large dust or crumbs. It comes with three suction settings to suit the task that is being completed. It is able to swiftly change from floor vacuum to handheld vacuum, and vice versa.

This model also has docks that charge to 100% in about 3.5 hours and offers easy access to two attachments and the wand clip. This is a huge improvement over the older Dysons, which take a long time to charge and are a pain to store.

The V10's biggest drawback is its sluggish run time. Its marketing claims that it can last up to 60 minutes of run time are not true, as CR's testing shows. This is a standard, not exceptional, battery-powered vacuum's run time. This is still enough to clean most of a home that's average size but not long enough to get every single area (though the second time around usually does the trick). This model has its own advantages, however: it's lighter and more mobile than previous Dysons cordless models and its ability to vacuum is significantly better on low-pile floor carpet.

4. iRobot Roomba 694

One of iRobot's most adored robot vacuums, the 694 is an affordable model that's a good robot vacuum option for those who don't want to spend too much money on a robot. It was able to pick up all kinds of debris and sizes during our tests and would often go over the same area many times to ensure an efficient clean. Its flat front side helps it reach into corners and along the edges of walls, which is a nice touch.

Its navigation system is smart and uses iAdapt to stay clear of obstacles and navigate your home, but it lacks the mapping capability of more advanced models like our Top Rated Robot Vacuum choices, the i3+ EVO and j7+ series. As a result, it can sometimes get stuck on things like phone cords or furniture that isn't in good condition, and frequently runs out of battery power before making it back to its home base.

The Xiaomi Mi robot is superior in many ways to the Roomba 694 in that it has less parts that require regular cleaning, is outfitted with an allergen-trapping HEPA filtration system, incurs lower costs for recurring expenses, has more advanced automation abilities and is better able to navigate itself. It also has a larger dustbin and is charged faster.

The eufy RoboVac X8 has a superior battery life than the Roomba. It also has physical boundaries strips that can be controlled by the voice assistant on your smartphone. It also feels more sturdy and has a more powerful motor, and works better on floors that are bare and carpets with a low pile, as well as offering a wider range of automation options.

5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a name that is seen on a variety of home electronics So it's no surprise that they're also one of the most reputable robotic vacuum and mop makers. Their Jet Bot AI+ is loaded with cutting-edge onboard intelligence tech for navigation and obstacle avoidance.

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

In our tests in our tests, the Jet Bot AI+ performed well on hard floors, and it removed 86 percent of dog hair (on carpet). It was not as successful in avoiding taller objects like socks or cords. This was disappointing. It's also a little more expensive than the other models we tried which could be a deal-breaker for certain shoppers.

The smart vacuum has an onboard camera that can be accessed via the app, and you can also create a live stream from the robot's cleaning station. This feature allows you check in on your children or pets while you're away. The filter and the dustbin can be washed for an easy, quick clean-up. The Jet Bot AI+ also comes with a clean and tidy station that's self-emptying to keep the robot's dustbin clean and optimizes its suction power for each cleaning.

6. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum

Black and Decker robots have been developed specifically for hard flooring. They have an extra wide cleaning path, as well as dust bins that are 2X bigger than the competitors. This allows them to keep the area clean for longer. They also have two side sweepers that can be used to clean along edges and corners. The POWERSERIES model comes with AutoSense, which automatically adjusts the power level based on whether it is cleaning up dirt on the surface or embedded dirt. The vacuum also has an app that allows you to view the virtual map, manage functions, and create schedules. You can also check the vacuum's status and send it to its dock for charging at the press of a single button. The app also lets you to personalize the LED lights on the top of the vacuum by using different colors, so that you can easily identify what areas it's focusing on or [Redirect-302] where it's gotten stuck.

The app makes it possible to manually steer the robot when needed. For example my living room rug has a darkly-colored border that can trip up some of the other robots I've tried. However the HRV 425BL kept moving across the border without registering it as an incline. The ability to program a daily cleaning schedule for each week is a time-saving advantage.