Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner For Pet Hair

If you own pets, you'll need to find a robot vacuum cleaner that will keep up. This list contains the top robot vacuums that come with features like self-emptying bins, smart scheduling and more.

Look for a model that comes with a an automatic hazards avoidance feature that will allow you to avoid hitting objects within your home. Other important aspects include cleaning performance, levels of noise and mapping capabilities.

1. iRobot Roomba j7+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum

Robot vacuums are great time-saving gadgets but they can also run into trouble if cords or toys get stuck in the wheels. When that occurs, the machine shuts off. iRobot Combo J7+, however, tries not to do that, making it our first robot to mop. It's among the top in its class for cleaning and navigating different kinds of flooring.

The j7+'s navigation system utilizes both a front-facing camera and lasers to help it detect objects like furniture legs and power cords that might block its route. It also identifies surface types, which helps it choose the right cleaning mode for each surface. This means better performance for various floor types including pet hair and other debris that tends to stick to low-pile carpet.

In our test the j7+ did exceptionally well on bare floors, picking up 97.3 percent of a strewn with Cheerios floor, edging out the Roborock S4 Max and Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid, but not quite achieving their perfect cereal pickup scores. It did a decent job on carpets with low piles however, it struggled to climb onto high-pile and tended to skim the surface rather than dig into it.

The J7+ is a dock-based robot vacuum. Contrary to other robot vacuums that empty at the base the j7+ will empty itself. You can set a timer to automatically empty or start an emptying process with a single press of a button. iRobot also reduced the size of the dock, to allow it to be stored in more places within your home.

The J7+ is priced more than the vacuum-only Roomba i4, but it has the same features but with more. It is the best vacuum mop combo for pet hair robot we've seen for avoiding obstacles. It also has superior edge-sweeping brushes and mops. Dual multi-surface rubber brushes and better navigation. It's also backed by iRobot's Petowner Official Promise: The manufacturer guarantees to replace any unit that fails to eliminate solid pet waste. The j7+ we believe is worth the extra cost especially if your house is cluttered and you have pets.

2. Eufy RoboVac Hybrid X8

The sleek RoboVac X8 Hybrid ticks all of the boxes needed for robot cleaners. It is a great battery-life option and is programmable to clean according to a schedule, and has improved intelligence with multiple maps and LIDAR scanning. It can also mop hardwood floors and has twin-turbine suction technology that automatically adjusts to the surface type.

Comparatively to the previous robot vacuums, it's an improvement in terms of design and features. While it still looks quite similar to other robots on the market (round and relatively shallow) it is adorned with attractive bronze accents which give it a classy look.

The X8 is easy to use and comes with an app that is well-designed for iOS and Android devices. The interface is simple to use, clear and efficient. It has some unique capabilities, for instance the ability to block off areas that you don't want to clean. You can also transfer it to any location on your home's map by just pressing.

You can manually activate it by pressing the big play button or create a specific space or zone using an intuitive box system. If you prefer, you can opt for voice control with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. The mopping pad isn't included however you can purchase microfiber cloths and a small water bottle to fit the device.

As for the cleaning, it was a delight to see how fast the X8 managed to pick up pet hair and dirt from hard floors. It was equally impressive on carpets with large piles as well as floors that were bare. This makes it a versatile all-rounder. The roller brush does get blocked with hair however a quick lift of the comb and a cut with a pair of scissors will clear the issue.

The X8 comes with a two-year guarantee and comes with a convenient charging dock. The X8 requires four hours to fully charge.

3. ILIFE V3s Pro

The ILIFE V3s Pro is a robotic vacuum cleaner that has an eye on pet hair. It features tangle-free suction that eliminates the brushes that can easily become blocked by clumps and clumps hair, ensuring that your pet's fur isn't trapped within the machine and is effectively removed from the floor. The V3s Pro is also slim and automatically self-charges to add more convenience to its already impressive list of features.

The V3s Pro's tangle-free suction has earned it a top rating in our tests, collecting all the pet hair we placed on a hardwood floor without getting caught or tangled by the machine. It was also capable of picking up a few of the larger pieces of hair I placed on the floor, which other machines were unable to do. The ILIFE V3s Pro was also efficient in navigating tight spaces and its slim profile made it easy to travel under bed frames and sofas.

However, it's not without its faults. Like many budget robot vacuums such as the V3s Pro isn't capable of cleaning up dirt from rugs or carpets with high piles. It's able to only be able to get close to a tangle before it starts sucking up the hairs or rugs. The side suction and brush weren't sufficient to remove the mud pieces that had been stepped upon.

However, the ILIFE V3s Pro is still a great budget choice when you're looking for a low-cost pet-friendly robot vacuum. Its battery will last for more than two hours and it is possible to program it to clean while you're away from home. It also comes with a 300ml dust bin that can hold more debris than the Roomba 675 and doesn't have to be emptied as frequently. It also comes with Alexa and Google Assistant, making it more user-friendly than ever before. You can buy the ILIFE V3s Pro for $160 on Amazon for those who want to try it out. It's not a top-of-the-line vacuum, but with more than 11,000 5-star reviews, it must be doing something right.

4. Deebot X2 Omni

The X2 Omni is more than just outstanding cleaning performance - it also comes with smart navigation features that make it one of the most intelligent robot vacuum cleaners for pet hair. Utilizing a dual-laser LiDAR navigation system (similar to the technology that is used in self-driving cars), the X2 Omni can create a 3D map of its surroundings, which allows it to better navigate around obstacles and provide a thorough coverage. With the inclusion of the latest True Detect 3D 2.0 technology The X2 Omni can also identify pet waste and even phone chargers within its range and move away from it in accordance with.

The Deebot X2 Omni can clean your hardwood or carpet floors at the same time and allows you to select between the power of a powerful vacuum or a swift mop depending on your preference. The X2 Omni can also allow you to mop and vacuum at the same time or vacuum first, then mop. This allows you to have the most flexibility when it comes to cleaning your floors.

You can also set up areas that are off limits to prevent your robot vacuum from entering certain areas of your home. It doesn't matter if it's your kids in your bedroom or your dog's favorite place to nap You can make use of the X2 Omni app to create virtual boundaries around these spaces and ensure that your robovac only concentrates on the areas you'd like cleaned.

If you prefer to operate your robovac hands-free, the upgraded YIKO 2.0 voice assistant is able to take commands such as "talk back" commands, command modifications like "move forward and clean there" and advanced scheduling commands such as "schedule for 10am every Saturday". It is also compatible with third-party smart hubs such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant so you can easily integrate your existing system.

There are cheaper options that offer a excellent cleaning performance, as well as smart navigation. For example the $399 Deebot Neo offers basic vacuuming without a lot of navigation features, whereas the T20 Omni does not include mapping technology to offer an affordable alternative for those who only need to clean their floors.