The Best Robot Vacuum That Mops

Noah Pinsonnault works as a product analyst for Good Housekeeping's Home Care and Cleaning Lab.

He evaluates and tests cleaning equipment. His focus is on mopping and robot vacuum combinations. Multitaskers can be a great option for those looking to get rid of mopping off their list of tasks. Some models have superior navigation and obstacle avoidance. Some wash and refill mopping pads themselves for a hands-free clean.

The Eufy S1 Pro

If you're looking to buy a robot best automatic vacuum cleaner that can also mop, this is the model you should go for. It's smaller than other options which makes it easier to maneuver in tight spaces or under furniture. It uses a 220 degree lidar that combined with its 3D Matrix camera system gives it some of the most effective navigation and obstacle avoidance I've ever seen in a robotic vacuum. It's powered by a 4600mAh battery that can last for up to 170 minutes when mopping and sucking is set to standard mode. (It can run longer when it is set to turbo). It can even return to the dock to replenish its battery part way through cleaning.

It's extremely fast and does an excellent job of cleaning my two-bedroom apartment. It vacuums carpeted rooms quickly, and hardwood floors in the living room, kitchen and hallways with only one sweep. The suction motor's 8,000pa will quickly pick up sand, dirt and pet hair. Carpet detection increases power automatically when it comes in contact with carpets and the dual side brushes help to tease out debris from corners.

The mopping performance, though still impressive, is not as impressive. The mop rotates at a high rate and is pushed down with 2.2lbs of force, easily scrubbing up dirt and stains. I've noticed that the front arm protrudes out a little more than other robots. This is helpful when getting into tight corners or along baseboards. The front arms can also be used to pick up larger debris such as books and toys that have been damaged.

Another nice feature is that the S1 Pro is one of the most quiet robot vacuums and mops I've tried. It is quieter and doesn't create as much noise when mopping or vacuuming. The S1 Pro is only limited by the fact that it needs to use a proprietary mopping solution and is sold separately. It's simple to set up and is effective however, it's something you'll have to be aware of in case you're purchasing this vacuum for the sole purpose of mopping.

The Roborock Q Revo

The Q Revo stands apart from the majority of robot vacuums that mop in its class. It is a powerful cleaner with a wide range of features.

The device is equipped with a powerful and impressive cleaning system that integrates LiDAR sensors and an RGB camera to map the house and detect furniture and other obstacles. It then uses this information to clean effectively and efficiently. This ensures an even and thorough clean and is also fast.

The Q Revo DuoRoller mop pad can reach many surfaces. These include corns is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop, which means it is able to handle both vacuuming and mopping. It has two modules: a dry bin and water reservoir and a separate mopping system with a microfiber pad that snaps into and out of the way. Separate modules for mopping and vacuuming may appear a bit dated, but they do mean you don't have to worry about changing disposable bags or refilling the tank with water.

The Matrix Plus performed well at vacuuming and mopping. Its greatest feature is its accurate floorplan map, which it employs when cleaning. It was easy for the Matrix Plus to navigate around furniture, rugs, and other obstacles. The app also offers the option to set "No-Go zones" as well as virtual barriers, which help to keep certain areas of your house from being scrubbed with mop.

We also noticed that the Matrix Plus did surprisingly well in picking up pet hair. It was able to capture an enormous amount of hair our cats shed, and even found its way into the nooks and crannys of our stairs while other robots struggled. The noise levels were low and there were nice jingles to signal that it was in the process of getting its work done.

The app was too basic and you had to switch the modules each time you changed between vacuuming and mopping. The app can't contain multiple maps, which can be a problem when you live in a house that has a variety of floors. The Matrix Plus is a good option for those looking for an intelligent robot that can do both vacuuming and mopping.

The Yiko X1 Omni

The X1 Omni is the most expensive robotic vacuum that is able to mop in our review, but it comes with some distinct features that are worth a look. The X1 Omni is most well-known for its massive dock that serves as a charging base for the robot, a cleaning sink and two water tanks of 4 liters. It also houses two bins: a 2.5-liter dustbin and an 2.5 milliliter dust bin.

The base has several control buttons that let you manually start a cleaning task and then recall the robot or run the dock's automatic vacuum cleaner and mop emptying procedure. Hold down two buttons to toggle the child lock. This is a nice feature for parents who are worried about their children playing with the vacuum.

Similar to other robotic vacuums, the Omni Omni uses its camera to detect furniture and obstacles in its path, and then avoid them. True Mapping 2.0 navigation maps your home up to four times faster than laser detection systems.

Unfortunately, this means that the X1 Omni could occasionally become so entangled with an obstacle--such as an electrical cord dangling across a rug--that it becomes stuck and stops working until you manually free it. This was a rare occurrence however it was frustrating because the X1 doesn't have an "stuck status" alert on its app.

Another possible issue is the X1 Omni's inability to automatically change between vacuuming and mopping modes during the cleaning process. You'll have to manually swap between the two, which isn't a big deal apart from the fact that the mopping pads aren't cleaned and dried between uses, which can lead to mildew or mold.

The X1 Omni looks great, thanks to the Jacob Jensen design team (of Bang & Olufsen fame), who created its sleek modern base and mopping pad. It's a significant departure from the utilitarian all-black bases of competitors like Roborock or iRobot. And it's an impressive sight in an industry dominated by boxy units.