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There is a certain convenience in owning a robotic vacuum cleaner that does the cleaning for you while you do something else. Here are some of the best models available.
We’ve scoured the web for the most complete and affordable models for cleaning up pet hair, hardwood floors, and more.
Roomba s9+ self-emptying robot vacuum cleaner
The most famous robot vacuum cleaner brand, the top-of-the-range Roomba s9+, is fully connected and remotely controlled from your iPhone through the app.
The app allows the robot vacuum to quickly clear clutter when they occur with just a single tap. The PerfectEdge technology, with a special corner brush and 30% wider rubber bristles, ensures a good cleaning around the tightest corners.
With 40 times the suction power compared to the Roomba 600 series models, the Clean Base automatically empties the Roomba for up to 60 days.
Roborock S7+ Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Combining a 2500 Pa suction motor with an automatic charging function, the Roborock S7+ is one of the most complete robotic vacuum cleaners available and one of the best models the company has to offer.
The Sonic Vibration function, one of the distinguishing features of this model, moves the bristles up to 3000 times per minute. This allows the S7+ to clean more deeply than most robots and remove dried-on stains and grime more effectively. The multi-layer air filtration technology captures 99.9% of the dirt in the dirt bag for better cleaning.
Advanced LIDAR training schedules and carpet treatment options allow the user to tailor the cleaning routine appropriately to their home layout. The vacuum cleaner can run for up to three hours on a single charge, the longest run time on our list.
Shark AI VACMOP Robot Vacuum and Mop
A remarkable budget robot vacuum, it inherits the best features of the very best robot vacuums at a more affordable price.
The vacuum cleaner’s Sonic Mopping function scrubs the toughest mess into easily absorbable residues for the vacuum to vacuum up. The UltraClean technology focuses on designated rooms and areas for better coverage.
LIDAR and laser sensors accurately map the space for a more complete clean and avoid collisions to ensure the vacuum doesn’t damage or break items. Finally, the powerful vacuum outperforms Shark’s lower-end models thanks to the more powerful motor. The user can control all these functions hands-free from the SharkClean app.
Samsung Jet Bot AI+ robot vacuum cleaner with object recognition
Samsung’s flagship robotic vacuum cleaner uses artificial intelligence to detect objects for tailor-made cleaning.
A five-layer filter system ensures hygienic cleaning, while the suction system dynamically adjusts power for best performance, while being careful with a wide variety of materials. Highly efficient brushes and the internal Jet Cyclone extraction system ensure a clog-free cleaning process.
The high capacity trash can is fully washable and easy to empty.
The SmartThings app allows any compatible iPhone or Android device to set cleaning routines, set up zones without cleaning, track the progress of a cleaning, and check battery levels.
Miele Scout RX2 Home Vision
As with the Shark model, the Scout RX2 Home Vision uses home mapping and vision sensors in addition to granular cleaning controls for a much better price.
The side brushes, powerful suction system and AirClean dust filter systems are all powered by the camera-based chamber tracking system that uses dual cameras to distinguish between objects in 3D. As with the more expensive models, it can also dispense with cleaning specific areas.
The four suction motors work with four different cleaning programs, with the same automatic, spot-clean and adaptive modes of the more expensive models. It is gentle on the furniture and has room for carpets up to 3/4 inch thick. The app allows users to look through the vacuum cleaner’s camera and turn it off when it needs to be charged.