The Best Robot Vacuum Mop Combo For Pet Hair

If you've got shedding pets, a robot vacuum mop combo can keep your home in check between deep cleanings. They can tackle areas that are difficult to see by getting under furniture or into corners.

Jodhaira Rodriguez has tested a myriad of floor-cleaning tools in the Good Housekeeping Institute Cleaning Lab which includes a variety of mop and robotic vacuums. She has compiled a list of the top models to deal with pet hair.

1. Battery life

The size of your home and the number of pets you have are important considerations when you're looking for a robotic vacuum and mop combo. The larger your home, the more power you'll require for a robot vacuum, and more pets will typically mean more hair. It's also important to think about the flooring type within your home, as some models are better suited to clean hard floors.

A robotic vacuum and mop will be able get rid of pet hair from any floor surface, including hardwood, tile and carpet. If you have more than one pet you may want to choose a model equipped with a high-efficiency hair comb. Most robot cleaners use suction to clean up dirt and debris. However, some models have an additional water feature that can help with sticky spills and staining. The water that these models use can also help to disinfect floors.

Robot mops that vacuum as well as mop come with longer battery life. This is because you're using two functions in one device, which reduces the time required to charge and shut down. Some models can even empty themselves into the charging station at the end of each run, drying the pads as they do so. This stops bacteria from growing on wet pads.

For the Best robot Vacuum for pet hair and Carpet robot vacuum and mop combination that can cope with pet hair and footprints, we recommend the Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni. This model is a solid performer in our tests and has many smart features, including TrueMapping 2.0 and TrueDetect 3D technology to map your home for ideal cleaning patterns and avoid bumping into furniture or other obstacles. It is equipped with base that houses the clean and dirty tanks all in one place which makes maintenance easy.

2. App control

Many robot vacuums and mop sets come with an app which lets you save maps of your house as well as set up cleaning schedules, and monitor maintenance requirements. Some robots can be controlled remotely. There are still models that have the power button on the charging dock, base station or remote included.

In general, look for a model with an option to clean up that vacuums, mops or does both and doesn't need the user to press a manual button to shut off. This way you can return the robot to its dock to empty its dirt bin, change a wet pad, wash a mop cloth or fill its water tank. You should also check whether the robot is compatible with your voice-activated assistant. This means that you can make simple commands such as "OK Google" and "OK Alexa" to begin a cleaning process, ask for assistance in a situation or other.

Consider how long you want to spend tending to your robotic cleaner and how often your floors get behe best two-in-one robots have superior capabilities that are worth the price. For example, the Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni will vacuum and mop in one go with suction of 8,000-Pa and two mop heads that rotate. It can also detect and identify your furniture and other objects to stay clear of them during cleaning, and it can even communicate with you via two-way audio. It can also take care of itself and will return to its dock for a wash when it is time.

4. Water tank capacity

Robot vacuums lift dirt, then deposit it in a bin or bag, while robot mop mops spread cleaning solution over the floor and scrub it off with pads. Some models combine both functions, while others have specific capabilities for different types of floors. To ensure that you get right kind of clean for your home, make a list of the flooring's surface and the amount of foot traffic they receive.

The cleaning formula for most robot vacuums and mop combos will vary from brand to brand. It is possible to buy cleaners from third parties, but it is recommended to stick with the one recommended by the manufacturer. This will protect your machine from damage and keep your robot running as efficient as it can.

If your robot vacuum and mop uses a dust bin, you'll have to empty it regularly. Most come with a handy indicator that lets you know when it's time switch out the bin. Similarly, you'll likely need to replace the filters and side sweeping brushes, rollers and other accessories from time time to ensure optimal performance.

A self-emptying robot could make this process easier, allowing you simply dump the contents of the dustbin into a trash can or recycling bin. However, many of these devices do not automatically wash and dry their mopping pads or rags that can cause bacterial growth and mildew. If your machine does not include this feature, you must remove the pad and wash it every use. You can also lay it flat to dry between runs if you do not own a machine equipped with this feature.

This feature is available on the iRobot Roomba j7: Smart Mapping Vacuum Cleaner Combo i5+ as well as the Shark Matrix Plus 2 in 1 and the Eureka E10S. The budget-friendly iLife V5s Pro, on the other hand, is focused on minimalism, and does not have this functionality.

5. Mop mode

If you're looking for a robotic mop and vacuum combo that will clean your floors even when you're not there, the best option is the iRobot Roomba j7. It's not expensive, but its AI obstacle-avoidance technology is among the best available in the marketplace. It can spot urine, sweep up Cheerios and even navigate the mess of phone cords and socks that tend to accumulate on your floors. This makes it an excellent option for homes that have pets or children and want to keep their floors clutter-free.

It's also one of the few robots we tested that could sweep hard floors, like tile, hardwood and Linoleum. In our tests, it did a great job cleaning sticky and wet dirt and remove pet hair from carpets, too.

The only issue is that it's not a 2-in-1 robot, and it can take up to 6.5 hours to fully charge. It also requires the manual emptying of the dust bin unlike most robots that automatically empty into the dust bag in the base station. That can be a hassle, especially in larger homes with high ceilings or stairs.

If you want a more traditional 2-in-1, try the Ecovacs Deebot T10 Plus. It has a powerful suction that can easily remove pet hair from carpets. It also comes with a self-emptying bin. It also comes with scented air filter pods, allowing you to choose your favorite scent. It has a lower life battery than the best models that we reviewed, and it needs to be recharged frequently.