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The iRobot Combo j5+ is our top pick. It scored well in CR's vacuuming and mopping tests. It effortlessly navigates obstacles in the household and leaves hardwood floors spotless, while also cleaning low-pile carpets.
iRobot Roomba Combo i5
This robot vacuum and mop is one of the most versatile machines made by iRobot. It has a standard bin for dry waste and an additional tank for wet. The tank is easy-to-fill and will alert when it is empty. You can also purchase a factory-compatible cleaning concentrate to use with this machine.
It is extremely adept in navigating around the floor and staying clear of obstacles. It has an mops retractable that stops carpets from becoming wet. The robot also works well in removing pet hair from various floor surfaces. However, it's loud and doesn't perform as well as some competitors in picking up dirt and debris from the bare floors.
The Roomba Combo i5 is an excellent choice for people who want a powerful machine that can do both vacuuming and mopping without any additional equipment. It is a good fit for homes that don't have carpet and are primarily composed of hard flooring. It is not recommended for homes with a lot of stairs or rooms with lots of rugs. It is expensive, but its features and performance are worth the price.
It utilizes its own patent-pending Dirt Detect technology to pinpoint areas with a higher amount of dirt and scrub them more thoroughly than other 2-in-1s. It also features advanced navigation that allows it to follow neat rows and completely cover a room's walls. The mop pads can be cleaned and reused 30 times.
You can easily create your own personalized cleaning schedule with the iRobot Home app or using your voice assistant1. Use the iRobot App to create the schedule and add rooms that you'd like to keep out of future mopping sessions.
The iRobot Combo j5+ is a more budget-friendly option than the i7 or J9 combo models. It features similar mops with the patented dirt detection system as well as powerful vacuuming. The iRobot j5+ also does well in our vacuum and mopping tests, however it's not as efficient as the Ecovacs Deebot Omni in these tests, which makes the Combo j5+ a less flexible option.
iRobot Roomba Combo j5+
The iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ robot floor cleaner is a multi-functional piece of equipment that can clean your floors and vacuum at the simultaneously. It has advanced navigation technology that allows it to map your home and adapt to different types of ground, ensuring effective cleaning from room to room. It can also identify obstructions like walls, furniture, and pet toys. It also comes with a specialized mopping pad that is able to tackle dirt, footprints and dust on unique surfaces.
The Combo J5+ is different from other all-in-one robot floor cleaners because it can mop and vacuum simultaneously without switching bins or using an alternative setting. Attach the mops and fill the bins with water or other compatible cleaners. The robot will begin working instantly. You can also control the robot with voice commands by pairing it with Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant-enabled devices. The Combo J5+ can comprehend more voice commands than other 2-in-1 models.
When it comes to cleaning the Combo J5+ is a great choice on hardwood floors as well as carpets. It uses a powerful 4-stage cleaning system that allows you to vacuum up dirt, mop the floor and then sweep away any remaining dirt. This assures that your floors are completely cleaned and appear brand new.
To prevent your carpets from getting wet to avoid soaking your carpets, you can set up Mop Zones that are not mopped in the iRobot app or use voice assistants* to instruct it to skip mopping on those surfaces. Mopping Intelligence helps keep carpets dry, by detecting wet mop pads and removing them from carpeted areas.
This robotic floor cleaner requires minimal maintenance. Its brushes can be removed to remove hair and other particles. The side brush should also be cleaned to avoid the clogging. It is necessary to replace the filter on a regular basis.
The iRobot App offers a wide range of features and functions to make cleaning as easy as possible. You can schedule cleaning sessions and check your cleaning history and modify your settings. In addition the iRobot app will provide you with a a detailed report of the areas that have been cleaned in your home. It also helps you keep track of the health of your battery and waste bin. The app is free and compatible with all iOS and Android devices.
Narwal Freo X Ultra
A highly-rated, highly-functional Gen 4 robot vacuum and mop that has a new approach to design and functionality, the Freo X Ultra is a well-made machine. The price of $1400 might be difficult to swallow, however, it is usually available to make it more affordable. The unit looks stunning, and the base takes up small space in the corner of your home.
The design of this robot is a solution to some of the issues we've experienced with other robotic mops and vacuum units, such as brushes that get caught in hair and the brush not being able to reach bare flooring underneath furniture. The sweeping capabilities are impressive on carpets and bare flooring. The vacuum/mop features a high-quality debris collection and the mop will quickly soak up bare floors.
The mops utilize a clever system that cleans the edges of walls, and around furniture. The robot avoids most bulkier obstacles such as toys, food bowls, backpacks, and shoes without any problem. However, it could get stuck or entangled with smaller and flatter objects, such as shoelaces USB cables, and pen.
This robot was used to mop and vacuum hardwood flooring FLOR carpet tiles as well as pile rugs in an open-plan house. With FREO Mind enabled, it cleaned and mopped the 90m2 space in around 170 minutes which is about the average for Gen 4.
A number of features set this robot apart from others in its class. Freo X Ultra is equipped with numerous improvements in terms of sensors, software, and hardware to keep it on top of its class. It has declared autonomy of 3.5 hours in environments up to 260m2.
You can modify a variety of features of the Freo app, including how often the robot comes back to the base station as well as its mopping frequency and power (silent or smart) and mopping humidity. The app can detect heavily dirty spots and create an effective cleaning route. It can also distribute detergent, or raise the carpet pads.
Other notable features include a simple-to-read display on the robot’s underside and the dock door is easy to open. The Freo X Ultra vacuum and mop is perfect for home and apartment owners who want to simplify their chores and keep their homes tidy.
Miele Scout RX3
Miele has a reputation of quality and innovation in the field of robotic vacuuming. This new robot aims to take that to the next level, with high-end features and superior cleaning performance.
The RX3 comes with dual suction technology smart navigation system that incorporates 3D mapping and a camera which transmits live images to your smartphone for effortless control. The RX3's four-stage system offers excellent dust collection on hard floors and carpets. Side brushes can be swept out, dual suction channels and intuitive controls clean corners. The 8.5 cm height lets it fit under furniture with ease, while front cameras and infrared sensors assist it navigate around obstacles and thresholds with ease.
The Scout RX3 impressed us in our test of how well it was able to clean baking powder around corners and baseboards. Its suction of 2,500Pa was weaker than other robots, but it was still very quiet and swift in its movements. It didn't mop and its cleaning pad that was removable was difficult to attach. It also couldn't handle dried-on dirt.
Its app isn't equipped with advanced features like multiple cleaning modes or automated scheduling. It works with Alexa but its voice controls don't seem to be very precise or responsive. And it's also a little difficult when it comes to returning to the charging station after a run -- other robots can follow a previous route or even follow a wall around until they reach their destination however, the RX3 simply bumbles around until it quits and then sends a message about failure to your phone.
We also encountered issues with the smart features of the device, such as its mapping feature and digital stay-out zones. While it did a good job of keeping away from our shoes and furniture legs however, it was easily hung up by cables and socks, and was unable to handle the tassels of rugs. This is the reason we decided not to include it in our Best Buy list. The Scout RX3 offers a good price and impressive performance. It's worth considering as an alternative to the traditional uprights.