The Best Robot Vacuums We’ve Tested (March 2025)

The Ecovacs Deebot X8 Pro Omni vacuums thoroughly, with strong suction power and efficient LiDAR navigation. It also mops with a roller that refreshes itself as it works to limit cross-contamination. After each cleaning run, the base station empties the robot’s dustbin and then washes and dries the mop with hot water and hot air. In short, it does everything you want from a high-end hybrid, and while not cheap, it costs less than a few other premium models on this list.

If you’re willing to pay a premium for a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop that effectively cleans your floors and maintains itself, the Deebot X8 Pro Omni is our top pick. With efficient navigation, long battery life, and the ability to store multiple maps, it’s a good fit for large, multi-level homes. It handles pet hair without tangles, so it’s suitable for homes with shedding animals. Its predecessor, the Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni, previously held this spot and is still an excellent option, but the X8 Pro Omni updates the mop design for better hardwood cleaning, increases the suction power, and adds a separate detergent dispenser for mopping solution and an extendable side brush.

These days, automatic dustbin emptying is becoming a standard feature of robot vacuums. While most self-emptying robot vacuums transfer the contents of their bin into a bag, the Shark IQ Robot XL takes a different approach. It has two dustbins: one in the robot itself and a larger one in the base station that only needs to be emptied about once a month. The advantage of Shark’s bagless auto-empty system is that you never have to worry about running out of bags. 

The Shark IQ Robot XL also stands out for its self-cleaning brush roll, which, in our testing, successfully prevented hair from getting wrapped around it, a common problem with many robot vacuums. It delivered strong suction power, effectively cleaning dust, debris, and pet hair from hard flooring and carpet, and it never got stuck. It offers a number of useful smart features, including home mapping for targeted room cleaning and virtual no-go zones.

If you’re looking to upgrade from a basic robot vacuum to one with self-emptying abilities, the Shark IQ Robot XL is an excellent choice. Thanks to its bagless self-emptying system and self-cleaning brush roll, it’s one of the lowest-maintenance robot vacuums we’ve tested. The more expensive Shark AI XL is another compelling choice that offers double the bin capacity of the Shark IQ XL.

The Roomba j9+ uses a camera and machine learning technology to recognize and avoid obstacles as it works. It also learns which rooms in your home tend to be dirtier, and will prioritize those places first on future runs. After it learns its way around, it will navigate your home with ease and efficiency, moving gracefully around chair legs and into corners. The Roomba j9+ series also offers best-in-class obstacle avoidance, with the ability to steer clear of common household objects like slippers, pet toys, and pet waste better than the competition. When it recognizes an obstacle, it snaps a picture that you can review in the app to easily create a Keep Out Zone for future runs. Add in strong cleaning power and long battery life, and the Roomba j9+ checks all the boxes for a premium robot vacuum.

If you want a premium robot vacuum with standout obstacle avoidance and a poop-evasion guarantee, the Roomba j9+ is the choice for you. Its predecessor, the Roomba j7+, offers the same reliable obstacle avoidance, serving as a good alternative if you want to save a little money, but the j9+ has stronger suction power, longer battery life, and added smarts to prioritize dirty areas.

The TP-Link Tapo RV30 Max Plus robot vacuum and mop brings important features like LiDAR navigation and a self-emptying dustbin to an affordable price. These features significantly improve convenience and efficiency, and the RV30 Max Plus backs up its feature list with capable cleaning prowess. It’s particularly adept at capturing large crumbs and pet hair. You can control it with an app or voice commands via Alexa or Google Assistant, and its mop attachment does a decent job of scrubbing your floors.

The Tapo RV30 Max Plus is an affordable 2-in-1 robot floor cleaner that doesn’t feel like a compromise. It has you covered for all the basics.

The Dreame X30 Ultra robot mop and vacuum is a solid performer and practically maintenance-free. As expected for a high-end model, the Dreame X30 Ultra empties its dustbin when it returns to its base station. Like a few select others, it also washes and dries its own mop pads. Beyond that, the base station even washes its own basin, taking one more chore off your plate. It also takes a unique approach to managing its mop pads as it can automatically remove them when it senses high-pile carpeting or at your command, then reattach them when necessary. While cleaning, the X30 Ultra vacuums with an impressive 8,300Pa of suction and extends its mop pads to reach under cabinets and furniture. After each mopping run, the base automatically refills the robot’s internal tank with fresh water and adds a dose of detergent so it’s ready for the next job.

If money is no object and you want a robot vacuum and mop that requires very little help from you, the Dreame X30 Ultra is a top contender. It’s our recommendation if you have high-pile carpets that can’t get wet or you’re simply willing to pay more to minimize cross-contamination.

The Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo N8 Pro+ mops, vacuums, and empties its own dustbin, all for around $400 on sale. It is also quiet, efficient, and works in neat, orderly rows. It even senses carpet and increases suction accordingly. With 2,600Pa of suction, the Deebot Ozmo N8 Pro+ isn’t quite as powerful as current high-end models, and it lacks some self-maintenance perks like automatic mop washing and drying, but it’s still a versatile 2-in-1 robot vacuum that cleans well.

Now available for around half its 2021 launch price, the Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo N8 Pro+ is an excellent buy if you’re looking for a hybrid robot vacuum with self-emptying capabilities on the cheap.

As robot vacuums get more technologically advanced, with laser navigation sensors and home security cameras, they’re also getting bigger and taller. These days, it’s hard to find a model that stands less than 3 inches. The Eufy RoboVac G30, on the other hand, stands out for its short stature. Measuring 12.8 inches in diameter and 2.85 inches tall, it’s one of the smallest robot vacuums we’ve tested, meaning it can clean where a lot of other robot vacuums won’t fit, like under couches.  

Its battery life is just OK, but the RoboVac G30 smartly navigates your home, cleaning in orderly lines instead of randomly bouncing from wall to wall like some other affordable models. The RoboVac G30 offers a lot of power for its size, and it automatically increases the suction when it moves over carpets and heavily soiled areas. Moreover, Eufy ranked as the top robot vacuum brand in our 2024 Readers’ Choice survey.

With app and voice control support, smart navigation, and strong suction power, the RoboVac G30 is a solid choice for anyone on a budget. Its compact design makes it especially appealing for small homes and apartments, particularly if you have low-profile furniture. If your current robot vacuum can’t clean under the couch or constantly gets stuck between chair legs, the G30 is worth a look. 

The iRobot Roomba Combo j7+ is the first floor-cleaning robot with a fully retractable mop. When the pricey 2-in-1 detects carpet, it automatically lifts its mopping plate out of the way, rests it on top of the device where it has no risk of wetting carpets, and continues vacuuming. By comparison, Roborock’s similar VibraRise mop-lifting system only works well on low-pile carpets because it doesn’t lift high enough to avoid medium- and high-pile rugs. The Roomba j7+ series also features a self-emptying dustbin, AI-powered obstacle avoidance, and a poop-evasion guarantee.

With all the standard Roomba j7+ features plus mopping abilities, this Combo model is an excellent option for homes with a mix of hard floors and carpeting. Some high-end hybrids require less maintenance, but the Combo j7+ is the best option if you have light-colored carpeting thanks to its fully retractable mop.

The Roborock Qrevo Curv can both vacuum and mop, empty its own dustbin, and wash and dry its own mop pads. Most notably, the Qrevo Curv has a unique set of wheels that can actually lift the robot over thresholds as tall as 1.6 inches. While not intended to climb stairs, the lifting body allows the Qrevo Curv to easily navigate multi-level floors. The wheels even help the robot lift itself over cords and other obstacles to avoid getting stuck. Beyond the lifting wheels, the Qrevo Curv has an extendable mop arm and side brush. The two combined did a better job of cleaning along edges and into corners than any other robot vacuum that we’ve tested.

If you have a multi-level floorplan and want a premium robot cleaner that can traverse it easily, the Roborock Qrevo Curv could be the right choice for you. This is also a strong pick if you prioritize thorough corner and edge cleaning, or your floors have a lot of hard-to-reach crevices that collect dust and debris.

The SwitchBot Mini K10+ packs handy features like smart navigation and self-emptying functionality into a compact body for an affordable price. Its petite frame allows it to clean corners well and fit in tight spaces. It also cleans dirt and dust with more power than you’d expect for such a small robot.

If you need a small robot vacuum that can clean in tight spaces and pick up stubborn dirt, the SwitchBot Mini K10+ fits the bill. This model works best for vacuuming and offers limited mopping functionality. If you need more scrubbing power for mopping, the larger TP-Link Tapo RV30 Max Plus delivers.