Best Self-Expelling Robot Vacuum For Pet Hair

Selecting a robot vacuum for pet hair isn't a simple choice. Think about how much you'd like to spend on a model and what features are most important to your home.

For example the smart Roomba J7+ is guaranteed to avoid solid pet waste thanks to its advanced obstacle detection that detects common objects like cords and socks and then moves around them. It also excels on bare carpets and floors.

1. iRobot Roomba 900

The iRobot Roomba 900 is the latest iteration of this popular robot vacuum. It features many of the same features however, at a lower cost. Its smart technology and intuitive navigation make it among the top robot vacuums designed for pet hair. The Roomba 900 can be controlled via a smartphone app, and voice commands using Alexa or Google Assistant.

The Roomba 900, like other iRobot robotic vacuums, makes use of advanced dirt detection technology and iAdapt 2.0 navigation. This allows it to clean an area in a more systematic way with less bumps and straighter lines than earlier models. The 900 series features two counter-rotating Tangle-Free Extractors to cut down on hair tangles. It can maneuver under furniture and other objects due to its low-profile design, and can be programmed to return to its charging dock to recharge and then resume cleaning until the task is done. It can be scheduled using the iRobot HOME App, and comes with 120 minutes of run time.

Virtual walls are another fantastic feature of the iRobot Roomba. They allow you to block off areas of your house where you don't want the robot to access. This prevents the Roomba from wandering in to your bedroom or other areas you would not like it. It can be linked to iRobot Mopping Bots to ensure that they will automatically mop after the Roomba has finished vacuuming.

The Roomba 960 & 980 are the most recent robots in the iRobot's flagship line. The 960 is a slightly cheaper version of the 980, however it comes with many of the same features and is a great option for those who have a home that is divided between carpeting and floors. The only real difference between the two is that the 980 comes with some extras including a virtual wall beacon and carpet boost, however it's not worth the cost to the majority of people. The 960 is the best choice for the rest.

2. Eufy Robovac X

The Eufy Robovac X, the flagship model of eufy’s robot vacuum line, is placed ahead of models like the eufy G20 or eufy RoboVac 15C. It has advanced automation capabilities, a more powerful battery and a Superior Robotic Vacuum Cleaner: Ultimate Cleaning Solution performance across a wider range surfaces. It is also more durable and has an integrated mapping system that has a more sophisticated mapping system. This lets you set up virtual boundaries or cleaning zones that are specific to.

The sleek Robovac X is great on the floor, picking up pet fur and other small particles. Its technology and navigation allow it to navigate your home in the most efficient way and avoid any obstacles. It can even save multiple maps, allowing you to switch between them based on what floor of your house it is currently cleaning. The model also has the ability to spot clean that thoroughly cleans a 4.9 feet x 4.9 ft area -- ideal for spills that happen suddenly or pet hair buildup.

Despite the eufy Robovac x's performance on plain floors however, it had a difficult time maneuvering during our tests, particularly when climbing on carpets. It was smashed into obstacles, including its charging dock and electric cords. It also had trouble navigating around some high-pile rugs. It is essential to eliminate unwanted objects from the floor before you use your Bagotte 4-in-1 Robot Vacuum Cleaner: Mop Boost And Navigation vacuum, since they could cause it to get stuck or become entangled in them.

The eufy Robovac, like other eufy robot vacuums, has dual turbines which generate up to 2 000 pacals of suction. This is an excellent number for a robotic vacuum. Its BoostIQ Technology automatically boosts the power for 1.5 seconds when it is able to see that it is struggling to suction hard debris, like pet hair or large pieces of crumbs.

Another nice feature of the cute Robovac is that you can identify it in the app. You can also set up a schedule so the robot vacuum will sweep your home at a time that works for you. In the app, you can create boundary or no-go zones this feature is absent from many robot vacuums. This model includes an charging station along with a cleaning tool as well as an additional filter.

3. Shark DuoClean Robotic Vacuum

Shark has made a name for itself in the vacuum industry, with its powerful uprights powered by cordless technology that can give big vacuums like Dyson a run for their money. The brand has now moved into robot vacuums, and this DuoClean is a good entry. It was a success in CR's tests, picking up cereal and pet hair from both soft and hard floors.

Its best feature is the Lift-Away mode which allows you to remove the body of the vacuum from its base to make it a handheld vac for stairs and car interiors. Once you're finished, just return it to its base. This lets you quickly remove pet hair and food crumbs. It also allows you to reach into corners where a normal vacuum could be stuck.

Another excellent feature is the LIDAR mapping sensor, which works to map out your entire floor space while it's cleaning to avoid obstacles and effectively clean every area of the room. You can also make use of the app to create no-go zones that prevent the vacuum from entering rooms where furniture or items could be knocked over.

The vacuum comes with two additional accessories as a bonus which include a crevice tool and a Pet Power Brush. The latter uses the airflow of the vacuum to spin a rubber-finned, roller which is less likely to get blocked by hairs that are long than a standard toothbrush. This accessory is a welcome addition, but one of our testers noticed that the pet-specific cleaning mode wasn't as effective as the regular carpet and hard floor modes.

The price tag on this robot is also rather expensive at $649 however, you can save money by picking up a used one for a fraction of price. BJ's Wholesale Club offers discounts on Shark robotic vacuums. If you're still unsure about the initial investment, you can add an extensive extended warranty from Upsie to your purchase for extra peace of mind.

4. iRobot Roomba 980

This Roomba is iRobot’s top-of the-line robot vacuum, and it comes with an impressive list. It's one of the most expensive robots on our list, but it has one of the most impressive cleaning results we've seen from a robot. It dominated 11 of our 12 categories.

It has a powerful and efficient motor that can provide excellent suction on carpet as well as hardwood floors, particularly to remove pet hair. It can handle multiple flooring types easily and can climb stairs easily.

The large silver "CLEAN" button on the outside of the Roomba 980 doubles as a power button, and it can be set to go to an automatic cleaning schedule. It is controlled by hand via the iRobot app on iOS and Android. You can program and manage specific cycles, regulate suction booster for carpets (Clean+CarpetBoost) and request 2 cleaning passes for areas that need of attention.

You can also control your robot using a variety of other features. Some of these are standard, others are available as options and at an additional cost. You can create a schedule for cleaning on specific days of the weeks and then create an invisible barrier that prevents it from entering any rooms that you don't want it in. This feature is helpful for parents who do not want their robot to accidentally run into their children's toys, food or water bowls.

You can also alter the robot's sensitivity toward dust and debris via the app. You can alter the threshold for sensors to pick up only small particles, like small crumbs, and not larger objects. The robot will still be able to detect these objects, but they're not going to become stuck in the motor or get tossed out of the vacuuming path like they would with an increased threshold.

The iRobot 980 is one of our most effective cleaners thanks to its excellent navigation and mapping technologies. It is able to remember the layout of your home. It is able to navigate complicated floor plans quickly and has an average battery life of two hours per charge.