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How to Choose the Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner A robot vacuum will save you a lot of time and effort when it comes to regular touch-ups. Top performers are good at getting rid of dust light debris, cords and dust. The more expensive ones can even sweep your floors, but they can't climb stairs. Find models with smart mapping, real-time safety features, and large self-emptying bins. Best Overall The best robots we tested were user-friendly, efficient and able to keep up with daily debris. You'll also need a robot that can take on stairs and has adequate pick-up power on carpets. If you're looking for additional features, you might be interested in a robot with smart mapping technology or an application that allows you to control the robot remotely. Camryn Rabideau is a contributing reviewer and writer for shopping at PEOPLE who has tried many robotic vacuums . She's a huge fan of robot vacuums that provide the greatest convenience, such as self-emptying bins and charging docks that automatically empty and fill the water tanks used by mopping robots. She also loves robots that recognize landmarks, such as furniture legs and power cables so they don't fall when climbing the stairs. The Black and Decker model has a lower navigation score and has less technology for avoiding objects than the most popular models. It comes with a large, non-refillable dustbin and a long battery. It also has an option that allows you to schedule cleaning times and then return to where it stopped last, making it easier to clean larger spaces. This model is also a great choice for pet owners because it can spot and avoid tangled hair and fallen food particles. In our tests we tested the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra combines with a LIDAR sensor that is able to map rooms and see obstacles with a structured light sensor to identify objects and detect edges. This combination lets it avoid stairs, droplets of liquid and furniture legs with ease and save up to four floor maps to be used in the future for references. It is also able to stop the cleaning process at any moment and pick up where it left off and let you do chores while the robot works. The app offers a 3D view of your home, complete with room labels as well as advanced cleaning options. This model isn't as effective at cleaning as our top models, but it is a pro in removing heavier objects like orzo pasta, metal screws and fine debris such as sand. Its only drawbacks are that it can't mop and has a less effective navigation system. Best for Carpet If you have carpeting in your home, search for a vacuum that has excellent pickup and good maneuverability scores on carpet and rug. A lot of models are adept at picking up dust in low-pile rugs. Some can be quite effective in sweeping up heavier debris, such as orzo pasta and screws made of steel. They aren't able to pick up small particles like an upright or canister, and they may miss dirt close to baseboards or thresholds. For homes with carpets the 2-in-1 robot vacuum is the best option. You can exchange the cleaning bin for a damp mopping mat. The Roborock Q Revo is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop that can clean and mop simultaneously with circular pads spinning at 200 rotations a minute. It detects and lifts its pads when it comes in contact with carpet, preventing the flooring from becoming wet. It is not necessary remove them or replace them every time. The Q Revo is also superior to other robot vacuum/mops at staying clear of obstacles and rugs, while also getting close to them and thresholds, and staying clear of obstacles. Another option that is worth considering is the iRobot Roomba Combo i5, which did exceptionally well in our tests and can be scheduled via the app to clean while you're away from home. It can be set to only mop. We were impressed by its ability to navigate on bare floors as well as carpets. The Combo i5 has a long runtime and excellent path-planning for the size of the device. If you want a more modern model, you can look at the Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 Self-Empty Robot Vacuum & Mop. It comes with a large charging dock that can last for months without needing to be empty and boasts amazing navigation capabilities and auto-emptying on both carpets and floors. It also has a clever mapping system, and can be set to only run during certain hours (a beneficial feature to keep pets and children who are prone to mischief from running wild). The Shark has less suction power than other robot vacuums and mops however it's still efficient in removing hair and pet hair and is the best value of our top choices. Best for Hard Floors Robot vacuums are the best choice for floors made of hardwood, since they can navigate through obstacles with ease without causing damage bare surfaces. They are excellent for removing dust and crumbs, but they struggle with pet hair and larger debris. They lack the suction of the top canister or upright vacuum, which makes them a poor choice for deep cleaning upholstery or carpeted areas. The most effective robots are those that are two-in-one, which combine the power of a mop with a vacuum to complete the task in one go. If you have floors that are mixed choose models with an onboard sensor which detects changes in the floor's texture and adjusts suction to match. The ECOVACS DEEBOT T9+ for example, has this feature and can go seamlessly from soft to hard carpeting. If your home is made up of hardwood floors, consider a robotic vacuum and mop combo like the eufy S1 Pro. This model uses a powerful robotic vacuum that has intelligent navigation to clean hardwood floors and other hard surfaces, and it has the ability to mop as well. Its sensors help it avoid staircases and other hazards, so you don't have to be worried about the robot falling down the stairs and breaking your hardwood. The Eufy S1 Pro mop is designed to clean hardwood floors using downward pressure, rather than simply swab them to get rid of dust and dirt. The mop pads that are reusable reduce the amount of waste and make it less likely to spread germs, and can be cleaned at the docking station, saving you time. The mop pads are also able to be washed, dried and reused. Both the robovac and mop are both controlled by your smartphone to make it easier to manage the device. You can, for example make use of the app to create zones where the vacuum cannot be allowed to enter, label different rooms or schedule specific cleaning times. The eufy S1 Pro also has an auto-emptying dock, which collects debris through a trapdoor, and is then stored in a disposable or bagless bin, which means you don't need to manually empty the bin as often as you do with other models. Ideal for small Spaces As the name implies the robots are best to be used in small areas. They have smaller bins which can hold less debris. They are also more efficient when it comes to moving around corners more efficiently than larger models. They can also fit under furniture, whereas bigger robots struggle to reach. They are also less expensive than more expensive models, but you'll need to empty their dirt compartments manually at the end each cleaning session. A few years back, robot vacuums went through an important change. Manufacturers began to add sensors that helped them avoid household items that their traditional sensors could be stuck on or across. This has have reduced the number of times our testers had to clean up after a robotic snag, whether it was a power cord, toy or pet waste. The new sensors haven't eliminated all the problems that these devices have, however. The cheapest models are still struggling with the same challenges that the older ones did, and many of them require a certain amount of light to see where they're going. If you live in a dark house or have a lot of furniture with low-profiles, consider purchasing top-mounted spinning LIDAR units to map your space like our top overall and runner-up choices do. This lets them avoid stairs and other barriers while working in the dark. In addition to being capable of working in dark and in the dark, these models can be configured to use their cliff sensors only on or near the floor, not when they're above them. It's essential to cover mirrors in order to stop this from happening. The lasers used by the LIDAR-based models could bounce off reflective surfaces, causing the robot to think it's in another room. A few of the models we recommend also allow you to set up virtual no-go zones for areas where you do not want the robot to go, which can be beneficial if you have small pets or children. These features aren't on all models we test. Read our full reviews before making your choice.