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Best Robotic Mop and Vacuum Combos
Most robot vacuum-mop combos can be customized using an app that can save maps of your home, set cleaning schedules and select mopping modes. They also let you change suction power and fine-tune the amount of water and scrub action your mop makes use of.
A mapping feature helps your robot navigate through rooms and obstacles, while an obstacle avoidance function prevents it from running into wires, furniture, or even stray pet toys. These are must-have features in my house, filled with toys that are scattered about.
1. Roborock S8 Pro Ultra
The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra is the company's flagship mop and vacuum, so it is naturally packed with features. It's able to mop and sweep in a single session and even raise its brushes and mop pads to stop soft surfaces from becoming too damp. It also has the ability to see and avoid obstacles, thanks to the ability to spot pet toys plants, small objects.
The robotic vacuum has a suction power of 6,000 pascals, which is more than any other robot vacuum we've tested up to now. It is also equipped with PreciSense LiDAR Navigation, which tracks its location, preventing it becoming stuck on objects.
Its mopping functionality is also impressive, with the S8 Pro Ultra able to apply a constant pressure of more than 6 Newtons to the mop pad to provide a deep clean. It also comes with a mop lifter system that will lift the pad automatically when it changes between tile and laminate or hardwood flooring, as well as carpet or rugs, to avoid soaking the soft surfaces.
The S8 Pro Ultra also has self-washing and self drying features. The pad can be rinsing and then drying within the dock. The dust bin will automatically empty and return to the dock. You can set it and forget about it. You will only need to replenish the water tank or replace the dust bag occasionally.
All of this is powered by a lithium-ion 5,200mAh battery. The S8 Pro Ultra ran on its standard mop- and vac-settings for around 160 minutes before beginning to lose power, and then returned to its base to recharge. This is not far off of the 180-minute time that Roborock claims, and is on par with other hybrids that I've tested.
This is a highly well-rounded and capable product, with the only drawback being the fact that it's expensive. But, the sheer number of features makes it a very tempting choice for anyone looking to ditch their old stick vacuums and mops. We highly recommend this vacuum when you can justify the cost.
2. Dreametech L10S Ultra
The Dreametech L10S Ultra robot vacuum and mop is an expensive combination. Its premium price tag is justified by its robust features, which include a large vacuuming capacity and two gyrating mop mops. It comes with an app-enabled smart controller as well as an advanced obstacle-avoidance system.
The L10S Ultra is one of the most expensive robotic vacuums and mop combos available, at a recommended retail price of 999 euros. In my testing it performed very well in all areas of the home, taking out 98.4% of debris on all types of floors and able to lift long hair without knots. The mops were also excellent, achieving great cleaning results with less effort than mid-range models due to their rotational motion as well as an incredibly strong cleaning solution.
The docking station is the real selling aspect of the L10S Ultra. It's multifunctional and advanced. The dock empties its dustbin into dirt bag, then refills its water tank for the mopping function and even dry its mop pads for you. It features a real-time risk detection system, and its intelligent controls allow you to schedule regular cleaning sessions.
The L10S Ultra does not offer better performance for removing carpet debris in comparison to the other hybrid mops I tested. The mops of the L10S Ultra are not as effective in removing stubborn staining as the Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra.
Despite the L10S Ultra's premium features, it requires regular maintenance. To prevent mildew or unpleasant smells, the base station dustbag, water and tanks must be cleaned regularly, emptied, and dried. It is also important to remember that the mop pads, which are bought separately will need to be replaced regularly too.
With the L10S Ultra's pricey cost and robust features I would recommend it to anyone with the budget for it. If you're on a budget, I would suggest an easier model that will allow you to save money while still enjoying clean hands at your home. It's worth noting that even if the L10S Ultra is the best robot vacuum and mop you can find, its high purchase cost and maintenance costs will ultimately make it more of a want than a necessity.
3. Eufy S1 Pro
If you're looking for a robot mop and vacuum that will pick up dirt and dust on your hard floors, while taking care of wet mess take a look at the Eufy S1 Pro. This powerful mop and robovac combo packs an impressive suction power of 8,000 Pa as well as a massive battery capacity to power both vacuuming and mowing, and top-notch obstacle avoidance. It has a mop with a roller that cleans by itself and makes it stand out from models which require you to return to the base station to wash off the mop pad.
The S1 Pro uses a unique mopping system that is a major departure from the microfibre pads and spinning discs that other robots. The roller is almost full width of the bot, and it is constantly supplied with clean, ozonated water from its dock. While it spins, the roller scrubs your floors while soaking up dirt and any dry debris is removed by the side brushes or swept away into the front colision bumper. The S1 Pro removes the dirty mop water into its base station where it is sucked in by the tank's heater elements, and then it is emptied into a bigger storage container. The tank that is onboard can hold a good amount of water and can handle up to a half dozen mopping sessions before rushing out.
The S1 Pro comes ready to use out of the package as do most robotic vacuums/mops. The S1 Pro will need to be refilled with clean water. This is easily accomplished in the cleaning dock. If you want to use your own cleaner you can add a cleaning solution to the dock. If you choose this feature, however, you will have to purchase the Eufy-branded cleaning solution, which is more costly than other robot brands allowing you to choose your preferred brand of cleaners.
Like many robots like it, the S1 Pro did well in the area of coverage and navigation efficiency. It was quick to map out a space and moved around furniture. The only problem is that it got stuck a few times on longer pile carpets and rugs during my testing however this can be rectified when the software is upgraded. The S1 Pro is an all-in-one robot that provides a lot of functionality at a reasonable cost.
4. Roborock Qrevo
The Qrevo is Roborock's basic mop and vacuum, and it still offers some impressive features. Its multi-function dock drains the robot's dirtbag, and refills its water tanks, while washing and sanitizing the mop pads as they go. The mopping system can be able to clean a large area prior to returning to its dock. The vacuum's powerful suction is perfect for picking up pet hair and other debris that accumulates on carpets.
The software that runs this appliance is dense, offering a wide range of options to customize the cleaning process. You can manually clean every area that is mapped by this device or choose individual rooms, an expandable zone or a custom routine you've designed. SmartPlan is one of the mopping options. It uses the sensors on the mops to map out the area and determine the most efficient method to clean it.
The Qrevo was a great performer in our tests, just like the other Roborock models that we've test. Its navigation system works well by quickly mapping rooms and cleaning in an organized manner. The default pathing setting does a great job of covering a room, with no gaps or missing areas. The Reactive Tech hazard avoidance system is quite reliable, too although it's not as sophisticated as the color camera system of the Qrevo Master or the S8 Pro Ultra. It can detect dangers such as thick carpets but may not be able detect smaller objects such as electrical wires and rug tassels.
One of the biggest flaws of this model is the absence of a mop-after-vacuum option, which could be an issue for people who do a lot of vacuuming prior to cleaning with their robot. There's robot vacuum cleaners : The app offers an option that allows you to "clean up" at the conclusion of each session. This lets you utilize the mopping function of the vacuum to eliminate the last traces of debris and dust left behind by the vacuuming. It's a nice addition, and it helps this robot make its clean better than its competitors with lower prices.
