Cleaning — Robot Vacuums (2026)

Pros

• Smart mapping cleans by room in tidy rows rather than random bouncing
• Combined vacuum and mop in one pass, works with Alexa
• Ideal for pet hair on both carpets and hard floors

Cons

• No auto-empty base included at this price point

Pros

• Combined vacuum and mop in one pass saves buying two machines
• dToF laser navigation with carpet detection avoids furniture and cables reliably

Cons

• Mopping pad needs manual rinsing after each use
• App setup can be fiddly on first pairing

Pros

• Self-empty base for weeks of hands-off dust and debris storage
• LiDAR home mapping with edge cleaning catches missed patches
• Strong suction handles pet hair on carpet and rugs, plus built-in mopping

Cons

• Premium price compared with standard robot vacuums
• Self-empty base is bulky to find space for

Pros

• Super-slim 7.2cm body slides under sofas and low furniture other robots miss
• BoostIQ automatically increases suction power on carpet
• Quiet operation suits open-plan living spaces

Cons

• No smart mapping — cleans in a random bounce pattern
• No mopping function

Pros

• LiDAR navigation with multi-level mapping remembers several floors
• 4200Pa suction with mopping handles carpets and hard floors in one pass
• No-go and no-mop zones set through the app protect rugs and cables

Cons

• No auto-empty dock included at this price

Pros

• LDS laser navigation maps rooms accurately for efficient runs
• Combined vacuum and electronically controlled mop in one unit

Cons

• App and setup instructions default to a non-UK region on first pairing

Pros

• Twin-turbine technology doubles suction power for a deeper clean
• iPath laser navigation with AI.Map 2.0 plans efficient room-by-room routes
• Wi-Fi app control lets you set no-go zones and schedule cleans remotely

Cons

• No auto-empty dock included at this price point

Pros

• Sonic mopping vibrates up to 3000 times a minute for a deeper scrub
• Mop automatically lifts when it detects carpet, protecting rugs from moisture
• Multi-level mapping remembers layouts across several floors of a home

Cons

• Premium price compared with suction-only robot vacuums

Pros

• Matrix Clean navigation with precision home mapping avoids obstacles reliably
• Self-empty HEPA base stores dust for up to 30 days
• Great for pet hair on carpets and hard floors

Cons

• Premium price compared with standard suction-only robot vacuums

Pros

• Personalised cleaning recommendations via the iRobot app
• Self-charging and resumes cleaning where it left off
• Reliable, well-reviewed entry point into the Roomba range

Cons

• No smart mapping — cleans in a random bounce pattern

Pros

• Slim square design reaches into corners that round robots miss
• 8000Pa suction with OZMO rotating mop pads deep-cleans carpets and hard floors
• All-in-one station empties dust, washes and dries mop pads automatically

Cons

• Premium price compared with suction-only or basic mopping robots

Pros

• Smart Dynamic Navigation 2.0 plans efficient room-by-room routes
• 2-in-1 vacuum and mop tackles hard floors in a single pass
• Boundary strips included to keep it out of specific rooms or zones

Cons

• No smart mapping app view of the floor plan like pricier LiDAR models

Pros

• PrecisionVision navigation recognises and avoids cords, pet waste and clutter
• Automatic dirt disposal base holds up to 60 days of debris
• Learns, maps and adapts cleaning routes to your home over time

Cons

• Premium price compared with entry-level Roomba models

Pros

• Auto-empty base with a 2.5L dust bag lasts up to 7 weeks without emptying
• 180ml water tank adds mopping alongside strong suction
• LiDAR navigation maps rooms efficiently and avoids obstacles

Cons

• Auto-empty base is bulky to find space for

Pros

• Twin-Turbine 2x 4,000 Pa suction lifts pet hair deep from carpets
• Active Detangling roller brush clears wrapped hair automatically
• iPath laser navigation maps the home accurately for efficient runs

Cons

• No self-empty base included at this price point

Pros

• Dual spinning mops scrub floors while vacuuming in the same pass
• Auto-empty, auto-refill and auto mop washing base needs minimal manual upkeep
• Reactive Tech obstacle avoidance steers around cables and clutter reliably

Cons

• Large all-in-one dock needs a dedicated corner of floor space

Pros

• Dual mops auto-lift when carpet is detected, protecting rugs from moisture
• Self-emptying, self-washing and self-drying station needs weeks between manual top-ups
• AI obstacle avoidance recognises cables, shoes and pet mess in low light

Cons

• Premium price and bulky all-in-one base station