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The Best Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo

For pets with shedding fur A robot vacuum/mop set-up is among the top floor cleaning options. It can mop and vacuum and can even dry and clean its own dual mop pads.

It also has 8,000Pa suction which is the highest of any robot we've tested. It can also save your home's maps and create cleaning schedules through its app.

1. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni

The X2 Omni robot vacuum-mop is the latest model in Ecovacs line of hybrid robot vacuum mops. This model is equipped with the company's upgraded AIVI 3D 2.0 lidar system that offers better mapping and obstacle avoidance. The system uses dual-laser LiDAR -- similar to what you'd find in self-driving cars and is able to scan an area of up to 32 feet wide by 270 degrees. This translates to more accurate mapping, faster response time, and better cleaning accuracy.

It also comes with a rotating mopping mat constructed of chenille, making it easier to scrub hard spots than traditional mopping. In my testing the X2 Omni took just over one minute to clean its pad and get to work. I also noticed that it was much more accurate than the previous models, which seemed to follow a grid path around rooms. It was adept at navigating my rooms by the corners and edges and also create an "Zambani pattern" across the center of the room. It also returned to its OMNI station regularly to empty the trash bin and clean the mop using hot water prior to starting another clean-up job.

Like other Ecovacs products The X2 Omni is a breeze to set up and begin using. It takes just minutes to put the dock in its place, plug it into and connect it to your home Wi-Fi network. You can then open the app to begin your first cleaning task. I was able to customize my floor plan within 15 minutes. This included creating restricted areas for sweeping and mopping, reworking the placement of furniture that is mounted on walls and much more. The X2 Omni impressed me in my tests. It scored well in the areas of pet hair removal as well as debris removal, and achieved near-perfect results in crevices and edge cleaning.

2. Deebot T10 Omni

If you're looking for a Lefant M210: Powerful Wi-Fi Robot Vacuum with Strong Suction combination of mopping and vacuuming then check out the ECOVACS Deebot T10 Omni. It is the most advanced of the T-line offered by the brand and features the OZMO Turbo2.0 mopping system, which uses dual-spinning brush for better cleaning than the traditional scrubbers. It has YIKO, a natural language processing technology that is a first of its kind. It can respond to a variety of voice commands. You can make use of the ECOVACS app to map your home, establish cleaning schedules, and adjust settings.

The main drawback of the T10 Omni is that it's not able to switch between mopping and vacuuming in a single run. The T10 Omni has two modes that require you to attach and remove mop heads in accordance with your needs. This is great for the majority of households, but not for those who lead busy lives.

The Deebot T10 Omni is a superb robot vacuum that has impressive results in our tests for pet hair. It removed more than 96% debris from our hardwood floors. This is an excellent performance. It also did an excellent job on carpet and tile, removing over 99% of dirt and other debris.

This robot vacuum and mops comes with a large docking system that lets you clean the mop pads automatically using cool water for the mop pads. It also features an auto-emptying 3L bag that is easy to replace and hot air drying for quick and simple maintenance. It also has a large reservoir of water that allows it to be rinsed and dried more frequently between mopping sessions.

The Deebot T10 features a wash tray that is built into its base, which is similar to other mopping robots. It uses the wash tray to rinse and dry its mop pads when it is using them. It does not have a tray that can be removed, which means that dust, dirt and other grime will gradually build up at the bottom.

3. RoboVac X8 hybrid

This is the first mopping model from Anker that is renowned for its robot vacuums. It has upgraded smarts, multiple maps support, and LIDAR scanning, along with twin-turbine suction technology that automatically adjusts to the floor you're cleaning. It's a mid-range cleaner that's appealing, even if its claim of being a one-stop-shop for floor cleaning doesn't quite be realized.

The X8 Hybrid looks like a regular robotic vacuum cleaner from the top with its circular design with sweeping wheels, as well as a raised area for sensors. Turn it upside down, however you'll see an electric floor brush and one side sweeper brush that carries dirt from the edges of the machine into the main path of the robot's 'mouth'. It's smaller than the main brushes on the competing iRobot Roomba S9, which I discovered makes it easier to get under chairs and sofas.

Its mapping system is fairly sophisticated, allowing you to set no-mop zones as well as specific cleaning zones. However it is prone to hit things (including its charging dock) and isn't the best robovac for pet hair in negotiating rug. It was great at getting pet hair off of bare floors. In our tests it was able to pick up 89.5 percent of kitty litter.

While it's controllable via the app and the app, the X8 Hybrid also comes with physical buttons on its base, which let you select a cleaning mode, and switch the robot off or on. These buttons can be used to establish zones that are not allowed to be visited and to look up maps in real-time. It's also a bit chatty and will let you know what it's planning to do next (start cleaning) or alert you when something isn't right.

4. ILIFE A4s

This high-tech model can remove pet hair, kibble, and other messes with remarkable effectiveness. It also maneuvers perfectly around furniture legs. It comes with a feature set that is impressive, such as two cleaning modes and an automatic docking station, and a real-time obstacle avoidance system. It's Wi-Fi-connected and best controlled using the Neato app which allows cleaning to be scheduled and overall maintenance needs be monitored. The X2 Omni is an excellent option for homes with a large carpet, hard carpet and flooring, however it requires some planning ahead to avoid getting stuck by power cords, toys or other unexpected obstacles.

This robot did well in our tests on hardwood floors and kibble. It ate everything, from one rice grain to a variety of dog food pieces with only one sweep. It had a bit of difficulty transitioning to carpets, but in general this vacuum cleaner is great for large spaces with both types of flooring and a mix of pets.

It's a bit expensive but if you're able to handle the cost it's an excellent buy for those who want to be able to leave their homes free to do other tasks or complete chores. The A4s Pro has a convenient auto-cleaning mode that boosts suction to get rid of the most difficult spills or dirt. It also includes a battery-powered ElectroWall to define the boundaries of the robot.

This budget-friendly choice from a popular upstart brand is the cheapest model we've tested to date and offers an incredible value for cost. Its navigation system is basic and uses an extremely basic random pathing algorithm and lacks room mapping capabilities, making it less efficient than other models on this list. However it's still able to navigate under furniture and into corners and its mopping mode performed well during our tests it picked up pet hair and other debris easily.

5. Shark iQ

Shark's iQ may not be as well-built as the Roomba S9, but it does a better job overall in cleaning up pet hair on all surfaces. It is more effective of cleaning low-pile carpet and floors that are not covered. It also utilizes the smart-pathing software for better mobility. It also allows you to assign it to a specific room, and its advanced set of automation features include no-go zones and scheduling. It also lets you stop and restart cleaning sessions which is ideal for homes with pets.

Its self-cleaning brushroll is able to prevent knots and holds up to 30 day's worth of dirt. It also has an assortment of side brushes that are angled to dig deep into corners, and its multi-stage filtration system can capture dust, dander and allergens for cleaner air.

This vacuum feels solid and well-built, and it comes with an app for smartphones that enables you to change its vacuum settings and schedule cleaning sessions in advance. The app allows you to view the remaining battery life of the iQ and also receive push notifications for any problems it encounters during its cleaning process. You can use your voice to control it with an Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device If you do not have either of these, you can mark off areas with physical boundary strips.

The iQ excels for cleaning floors that aren't clean, and does an adequate job with shaggy and low-pile carpets. However, it doesn't offer the same level autonomy as our top picks. It's also costly, and its recurring expenses can add up over time.