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A robot vacuum will keep floors clean enough to decrease the frequency at which you need to manually vacuum. Select a vacuum with good navigation, can clean stairs and corners and has an enormous bin that only needs to be cleaned out every now and then.

There are also models that mop and charge themselves which can be essential for those who have pets or children. The top performers in our tests have excellent ability to overcome obstacles.

1. iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO

The i3+ EVO is identical to its sibling i3 EVO. They differ only in that the i3+ has self-emptying capabilities. The i3+ is a good alternative for those who want a an automated, hands-free cleaning experience but are willing to manually empty the dustbin of the robot once it gets full.

Both robots are adept at removing surface dirt on floors and carpets and are able to move around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software creates a smart map of your home to assist the i3+ to navigate and clean up efficiently. However unlike the i7+ or other top-rated robots we evaluated, the i3+ doesn't have any obstacle-avoidance features, so it may get stuck on things such as socks or power cords, and it can have difficulty traversing transitions across surfaces like from hardwood to carpet.

iRobot suggests that you clear areas that the i3+ EVO will vacuum before you use it, and include putting away any toys or clutter it may come across. You should also keep the dustbin and filter free of dirt to prevent them from becoming clogged. When the i3+ EVO’s internal bin is empty or the battery is depleted, it returns to the docking station and takes the dirt out of the docking station's external dustbin. Then it continues cleaning from where it left off. Battery life is about an hour and a half of constant use. It takes three hours to charge.

2. Roomba by iRobot

The iRobot Roomba i7+ is the most powerful model in iRobot's flagship line, and it is equipped with the most recent features. It's self-charging, self-navigating and the most crucial feature of all -- it comes with an auto-emptying dustbin, which eliminates one of the most important sources of maintenance for any robot vacuum.

The Roomba I7+ can map rooms more efficiently with Imprint Smart Mapping. It also works with iRobot Home to schedule cleaning tasks, and it can control your robot via the app or via voice.

The i7+ is faster and more agile in our tests than the eufy RoboVac G30. It also picked up large pet hair pieces from any surface including carpeting. The biggest benefit over the eufy, though the dust bin is self-emptying, which removes a major source of maintenance and cuts down on the amount of time spent cleaning.

We were also amazed by the i7+'s integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant AI services, which we used to instruct the robot to start, stop or pause its cleaning routines and to move around the room and vacuum the area. The iRobot Home App made it easy to connect the i7+ with these services. Once connected, we were able to communicate with the i7+ using voice commands such as "Hey Alexa, vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home app also provides options to manage the i7+'s settings and monitoring its performance.

3. Dyson Cyclone V10

This tiny Dyson model is an athletic car in a sea of cordless vacuums that feel like minivans and buses. It's powerful and has features to replace a stand-up vacuum in the majority of households and can fit perfectly next to the table for a coffee or a bookshelf where you can wave it around like the magic device.

The V10 is powered by a 7-cell energy-dense lithium-ion battery that produces energy that is not faded for 60 minutes. The advanced whole-machine filter system captures allergens, and then lets cleaner air into your home. Its cleaning head is specially designed and drives stiff nylon bristles deep into carpet to collect large dust and crumbs. It comes with three suction settings to suit the task being performed. It is able to quickly switch between handheld and floor washing robot vacuum bot and vice versa.

This model has an attached dock that charges the Dyson to 100 percent in 3.5 hours. It also offers easy access to 2 attachments as well as an Wand. This is a huge improvement over the older Dysons models, which require a lengthy charge and are difficult to store.

The biggest issue with the V10 is its short run time. The claims of its marketing that it has up to 60 minutes of run time are a bit misleading as CR's tests have shown. This is an average and not a remarkable time to run a battery-powered cordless vac. It's enough time to sweep the average-sized home but not enough to reach every spot. (A second run is usually sufficient). This model has its own advantages, however: it's lighter and more mobile than previous Dysons cordless models, and its vacuuming ability is noticeably superior on carpets with low pile.

4. iRobot Roomba 694"

The 694 is a basic robot vacuum that's a great option for those who don't have a lot of money to spend on a robot. It's capable of sucking up a variety of kinds of debris in our tests, and often passes over the same areas several times to get a really thorough clean. Its flat front design allows it to reach the corners and the edges of walls.

Its navigation system is smart and uses iAdapt technology to avoid obstacles and navigate your home. It's not equipped with the capabilities for mapping of more advanced models, including our top robot vacuum picks, the i3+EVO and J7+ Series. It is prone to getting stuck on phone cords or low furniture and often runs out of power before returning to its base.

The Xiaomi Mi robot vacuum cleaner black friday is superior in many ways over the Roomba 694, as it has fewer parts that require regular cleaning, is outfitted with an allergen-trapping HEPA filtration system, incurs lower costs for recurring expenses and is more sophisticated in its automation capabilities and can better move its own. It also has a larger dustbin and charges faster.

The sleek RoboVac X8 has a superior battery life than the Roomba. It also has physical boundaries strips and can be controlled with your smartphone's voice assistance. It also feels more sturdy, has a more powerful motor, and is able to perform better on bare floors and low-pile carpet, while providing a greater variety of automation options.

5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a household name in the field of home electronics. It's not a surprise that they are one of the top makers of robot vacuums and mop. Jet Bot AI+ has the most advanced onboard technology to navigate and avoid obstacles.

The app gives you plenty of options to personalize your robotic cleaner, including virtual barriers, mopping water levels and behavior adjustments docking frequency settings and more. It's simple to comprehend and user-friendly, as is the case with other Samsung devices.

In our tests, the Jet Bot AI+ performed well on hard floors. It cleaned up 86% of dog hair (on carpet). However, it didn't do particularly well with taller objects like cords and socks, which was disappointing. It's also a bit more expensive than some of the other models we tried, which might be a problem for certain shoppers.

The app allows you to access the onboard camera of the smart vacuum. You can also set up live streaming from the robot's cleaning area. This feature lets you keep track of your pets or kids when you're away from home. The filter and the dust bin can be washed to make cleanup quick and easy. The Jet Bot AI+ also has a clean station that self-empties and helps keep the robot's trash bin clean and maximizes suction power for each cleaning.

6. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum

Black and Decker robots have been developed specifically for flooring made of hard wood. They feature an extra-wide cleaning path and a larger dustbin that holds 2X more debris than other models to keep the cleaning area clear for maximum runtime. In addition, they have two side sweepers that clean around edges and corners. The POWERSERIES model also comes with AutoSense that automatically adjusts the power level based on whether it is cleaning up dirt on the surface or embedded dirt. The vacuum also has an app that allows you to view a virtual map, control functions, and create schedules. You can also check the status of the vacuum and connect it to the dock for charging with the touch of a single button. The app also lets you to customize the LED lights on top of the vacuum with different colors so you can easily tell the areas where it's focused or where it's got stuck.

The app also makes it simple to manually steer the robot should you need to. For example my living room rug has a darkly colored border that has a tendency to cause confusion for other robots I've tried. However, the HRV 425BL continued to move across the border, but it didn't register it as a cliff. The ability to program a cleaning schedule for each week is a time-saving advantage.