This is then stored in the dock until this larger bin is full and needs emptying, which you will need to do, usually once a month or less, depending on how often your robot vacuum cleans.

Choosing the best automatic vacuum cleaner can make your life easier. These devices offer convenience and efficiency. They clean your home while you relax. With many options available, finding the right one is important. Consider features like battery life, suction power, and smart connectivity. Think about the size of your home and types of flooring.

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Bagged vacuums are easier and neater to maintain and are great for allergy sufferers since all dust and allergens remain sealed in the dust bag. All you do is toss the bag when it’s about ⅔ full. You do need to keep a supply of replacement bags on hand.

❌ You want something that mops well: The mopping here is just dragging a wet wipe across the floor, and not worth bothering with.

Who it's best for: If you have a busy schedule and no time to clean your floors, this is our favorite robot vacuum. It can suck up dry debris, spot clean small areas and pick up pet hair, all while remembering floor layouts.

Even better, its onboard AI is smart enough to detect stains and scrub them harder, finding dirt to boost suction power for maximum performance.

In our Lab tests: Dyson stick vacuums are always among the best in our tests for both excellent performance and incredible features, and this Top 3 Automatic Vacuum Cleaners V15 Detect is no exception.

The Roborock Qrevo Edge adequately handles regular cleaning, but this robot vacuum stumbles in the one area it should shine

It is one of the most expensive canister vacuums we’ve tested, but it is a favorite in our Lab and will last for years, preventing you from needing to replace it down-the-line.

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The mopping is also so basic as to be not really worth bothering with; the robovac just drags a wet wipe across your floor. On test it also sometimes struggled to clear thresholds of over 2cm.

100% of the fees we collect are used to support our nonprofit mission. Learn more. The best robot vacuums complement regular vacuuming and require little attention, though their built-in smarts raise privacy concerns.

Premium, but there are very few alternatives with this roller mop system. Plus you're paying for the comprehensive dock.