Best Self-Empting Robot Vacuums and Mops

The Eufy 11S robotic vacuum self emptying, check out this blog post via Huenhue, vacuum is one of the most affordable self-emptying vacuums available on the market. It was able to efficiently remove dry oatmeal from hard floors and low-pile carpeting in our tests. Its dustbin is easy to open and empty -- easier than those of other models in its price range.

It recharges at its base and then resumes cleaning when at its best. Its obstacle-avoidance tech gets tangled in socks and cords and it can't get under the thresholds of low.

1. iRobot Roomba 11S

The 11S is among the cheaper self-emptying robots available, and a lot of people seem to adore it. It is good at scooting underneath furniture and is a great choice for those with hard floors or daily cleaning. The suction is less powerful than our top picks, however it's still able to do the job. It comes with a huge dust bin and Robotic vacuum self emptying a durable battery. The app lets you schedule your daily cleaning or pick a room. You can also map your home to allow the device to avoid areas you don't want it visit.

The app is easy to use and has a clear layout. It doesn't come with any advanced capabilities, but it's simple enough to use and makes it easy to monitor the status of your robot. It also comes with an excellent tutorial that will provide you with the basics.

The cleaning pattern of Bounce Navigation isn't always logical. Sometimes it follows straight lines while at other times, it concentrates on the edges of the space. But it cleans your entire floor. It's not the best at negotiating obstacles, though - it struggled to get underneath our piano pedals as well as pet food bowls, and was tangled up in our 2.25-inch shag rug a few times.

We think that there are better robot vacuums than the 11S. The iRobot Roomba 694 is better-built and easier to maintain, has lower ongoing costs and charges faster. It also has a bigger dustbin and performs better on all types of surfaces, and it can overcome low-lying obstructions (like electrical cords) more easily.

The eufy RoboVac 11S makes an excellent choice for regular vacuuming. It is a close design to our top pick and is good at picking up smaller and fine dust from hard flooring. It also does a decent job on medium- and low-pile carpet. Like the Roomba from iRobot Roomba, it has a very large dirt compartment and uses BoostIQ to automatically adjust suction power. It also has a remote control that's easy to operate and you can schedule daily cleaning routines with the app. Its battery lasts about an hour and the dustbin can be empty without taking it from the dock.

2. Roborock S7 maxV Ultra

Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra robot mop and vacuum is a fantastic robot that comes with a a surprising array of features for automation. The Roborock S7 MaxV is available in three versions: the basic S7 model and the S7 Plus model, and the S7 Ultra. Only the latter has an Empty Wash Fill Dock (or an alternative Auto-Empty Dock). These docks allow the robot vacuum with self empty to return to its original location, empty the collected debris in a dust bag, or reservoir, empty the dirty water tank and wash its mopping pads.

Sensors on the S7 collaborate to clean and avoid obstacles. It can identify floor types and save a map of rooms and zones. It can even determine dirt levels. It's also capable of scheduling and executing spot-cleaning sessions. It performed well in standard tests, but could not match the iRobot Roomba j7+ during the carpet deep cleaning test.

You can program the S7 using the companion app to run a cleansing cycle according to your schedule. You can choose a time day, week, or even a day and select from several cleaning modes, like automatic, eco, and deep clean. You can also decide whether the robot vacuum self emptying will stop if it runs out of power or comes across an obstacle.

If you don't own an iPhone, you can still use the S7 by connecting a remote to the dock that charges it. The controls on the remote can be a bit difficult to understand however once you've got the hang of them they work well. The power button acts as a 'Cleaning' button, and the Spot Clean button directs the robot to clean an area around itself. The 'Spot Clean" button also activates the child lock.

In addition to the new mapping capabilities, Roborock improved its mobile app, adding live view that lets you see what the S7 is up to at home. You can enable it by pressing a particular sequence of buttons on your S7 and then creating an unlock pattern within the mobile app that you can use at any time you want to check out what the S7 is doing.

3. Shark IQ XL

Shark's robot vacuums aren't as popular as those made by iRobot or Roborock. However, our tests on the ground have proven that this model is among the most efficient self-emptying vacuums on the market. It is simple to set up, has an enormous bin that is easy to empty (albeit somewhat loudly) into a trash bin when it is full, and can easily be programmed to do a complete home clean on a regular basis or as required.

The IQ XL is able to connect to your WiFi at home and allow you to track its progress in cleaning using the Shark app. The app lets you create a cleaning schedule and receive push notifications about its current status, pause cleaning and resume cleaning or set it to a single area. It can also be controlled by voice commands through Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. The app can tell you which power mode it is currently in--Eco, Normal, or Max. However, we couldn't determine that any of the modes made a huge difference in cleaning performance.

When it's finished a cleaning cycle, the IQ XL automatically empties the bin into its base, and then automatically emptys itself. The bin can hold up to 60 days of debris so it won't be required to empty it more than once, unless your pets have long hair. If you do have to empty it, all you need to do is remove the side bin, put it over a trash container and then press a button to empty its contents.

There isn't much to dislike about the Shark IQ XL, although it is a little less sturdy than the Roomba 694. It is able to remove many messes on unfinished flooring and does a decent job of moving itself around, but it doesn't come close to matching the iRobot Roomba i7 in terms of performance on carpeted floors. The i7 is also built better, feels more durable and sturdy, has less maintenance requirements, is able to charge lower costs for recurring expenses, charges faster while offering comparable battery performance, and offers far more advanced automation features such as no-go zones as well as the ability to choose specific rooms to keep clean.

iRobot j7+

This robot vacuum and mop combination is a rare machine that can perform both tasks efficiently. IRobot's Combo J7+ comes with all the smarts of its j7 counterpart, including LiDAR mapping and self-emptying, however, it also comes with additional features for mopping and vacuuming.

The j7+ utilizes the latest acoustic sensor to detect the type of floor which allows it to mop or vacuum the room during its initial pass. This information can also be used to determine the best cleaning options for rooms with carpets or rug versus those with hard flooring.

The J7+ is quieter than the majority of robotic vacuums when it's running, and even quieter when it's mopping. The maximum reading of 64db on our decibel meter is similar to office chatter.

It's easy to set the schedule for cleaning and change the way that the j7+ operates when its dust container is full. The j7+ is also able to be controlled using voice assistants (Alexa, Google Assistant, etc.) for a hands-free approach and the app allows you to create and view maps of your home.

The j7+ performed well in our tests on both carpeted and hard floors, getting rid of most of the dirt we tossed at it. It has some issues with pet hair as well as large debris like sand, however it can clean these things with a bit of effort. It also has decent navigation abilities and a pair of cliff sensors to keep it from falling down stairs or getting stuck on furniture legs.

The J7+ has a few minor flaws. One of them is that it can be caught on rugs or cords and does not always turn off the mopping function when it's finished vacuuming. This is a great model that checks all the boxes.

iRobot j7+ has also one of the most efficient auto-emptying systems that we've ever examined. It dumps its 14oz/0.4-liter dust container into the base station, where it automatically emptys for you. This reduces the amount of garbage you have to throw away and you'll only have to change the reusable dust bag from the dock around every 60 days or so, based on how often you use the J7+.