The Best Self Emptying Robot Vacuum

The best robot vacuums that self-empty come with bases that can hold an entire month's worth of debris and automatically empty it. It can create a detailed home map, allowing you mark rooms and define "no go" zones.

It also is equipped with superior abilities to avoid obstacles, which means that it can stay away from power cords as well as rogue sock.

iRobot Roomba s9+

This robot is among the top models from iRobot and it certainly performs well. It can easily maneuver across a variety of surfaces and is very efficient in sucking up dirt, dust, and debris. It is also very well-built, and it looks great too.

The S9 is iRobot’s latest premium S Series robot vacuum. It has a few additional features that help it stand out from other models. The iRobot App can utilize, for instance, the camera to create a map that helps the unit navigate and clean more efficiently.

It can also automatically return to the location where it left off if its battery is depleted during a cleaning session which means you don't have to spend time cleaning the same areas. You can set the timer to start and stop cleaning by an audio command, or through the iRobot App. This smart vacuum can even clean in darkness!

Carpet Boost is another great feature. It provides the S9 more suction power when it comes into contact with carpeting, meaning it can pick up even more dirt. This unit has an elongated front design, which allows it to get closer to walls and corners than older round designs. This model doesn't work well with shag or high-pile carpeting.

During our tests, we discovered that the iRobot S9+ cleaned thoroughly and efficiently a range of floor surfaces including medium and hard carpets. It also did well with vinyl flooring, and laminate flooring. It did a good job of navigating furniture and objects, but it did have some issues with stairs where it could crash into bookcases.

We liked the feature that the S9 automatically returns to its base to empty its dust bin once it's empty, which dramatically reduces hands-on maintenance needs. Its dust bag should last about 30 loads, or about a month or two, and you'll have to replace the filter once every so often (which is actually recommended by iRobot). In our experience, the iRobot S9+ doesn't get extremely loud when it's in use which makes it a good choice for people who live with kids or pets.

Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid

Created to eliminate one of the most tedious tasks off your shoulders, robot vacuum cleaners do all the hard work and get hardwood and carpeted floors free of every day dust. Certain robot vacuum cleaners can be controlled via a smartphone application, while others come with mopping technology to bathroom and kitchen flooring. They're a great option for busy families, and they're becoming more affordable than ever. If you're looking to get the latest technology in your robotic vacuum cleaner, then you'll have to pay a little more.

The Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid vacuum and mopping machine is a fantastic choice for people who live in a multi-floored apartment. The vacuum's 0.6l bin can hold a lot of pet hair. Dual motors give impressive cleaning power. The dustbin is easily removed and empty which is great since you'll be required to do this on a regular basis.

It's also simple to set it up, although I recommend fully charging the X8 Hybrid prior to running it for the first time. You'll have to install the Eufy Home app and follow the directions for connecting to your Wi-Fi network. Once you've done this the app will help you create a precise map of your home. You can label rooms and divide large spaces into sub-rooms (good for open plan living) and guide the X8 Hybrid to specific areas that require cleaning at a given time. Other robots also have similar mapping and vacuums scanning functions, but Eufy's app feels more refined and intuitive than the other.

The X8 Hybrid has a great feature: you can control the vacuum cleaner or mop robot vacuum through voice thanks to the integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. This is a nice touch that makes the robot more hands-free. And it works well in our test home.

Like other robotic vacuums, the X8 Hybrid has some issues with floors that are not clean. It may miss pet hair and small items, and it tends to hit things, like its own charger that sits on its base for charging. It's also not as quiet as other models we've tried, and the whirring sounds can be distracting.

Roborock V3S Pro

The robot doesn't have as many features as some of the more expensive models we've tested but it does come with the basics. It has a large dust bin which can hold a lot of dirt before it needs to be empty. The vacuum and mop system is great for hard floors and carpets with low pile. It's also extremely quiet. We could watch television while it was cleaning without feeling like we were overwhelmed by the sound.

Our test participants were extremely pleased with how easy the machine was to use and set up. They also appreciated the ability to clean all the messes from their floors. It also did a good job at removing pet hair and messes from carpeting, but it was not as effective in tackling stubborn stuck-on stains. The app was easy to use and user-friendly. They were able set up the vacuum to clean on a regular basis to reduce the amount of manual work. It doesn't feature the ability to avoid objects or map technology, which means it cannot be able to be directed to specific rooms or follow virtual boundaries (though magnetic boundaries work).

The V3S Pro is another model in iRobot’s affordable line. It offers several impressive features for a reasonable price. It was the most efficient robot vacuum in our tests for mapping and avoiding obstacles. It's also the best budget option for those looking for a smarter, self-emptying robotic vacuum that can take care of hair and pet messes on floors made of hardwood or carpets with a low pile. It's also extremely quiet and has a large dust bin that holds lots of debris before it needs emptying so you don't need to worry about constantly emptying it.

The V3S Pro did not make it into our top choices lists from trusted sources who test hands-on, but it received high marks from Modern Castle, Smart Robot Reviews and The Ambient. They appreciated the ease with which it was setup and use, but they noted that its battery life is limited and it wasn't able to avoid some of the most stubborn problems we've encountered.

Roborock Q Revo

The Q Revo is an entry-level robot vacuum cleaner that offers a lot of features at a fair price. You can enjoy many of the premium features, including smart navigation and mapping, without spending a fortune. You can even use voice commands using Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple Siri shortcuts to create custom automations, and then start your cleaning routine remotely while you're away.

Roborock has spent time in the development of this clever cleaner. It is extremely well-constructed and feels as if high-end materials were used to make it. The base is strong and sturdy, with an integrated charging port for the battery. There's a docking station for the clean-water tank and dirty-water bins on top. You'll also find a panel under the dock that holds a sealed vacuum bag.

Once you pair your device with the app, you'll get a 2D or 3D map of your home that shows the exact location where your robot is located and what area it's cleaning. You can also create virtual barriers to keep the robot out of certain areas and ensure it's only cleaning certain kinds of floors. It can also adjust its power settings according to the floor type that is being cleaned. Select the most efficient cleaning method.

The Q Revo stands out from many other robot vacuums in that it can lift both mop heads while vacuuming. This helps to prevent carpet fibers from getting stained. In fact, it's the only vacuums on the market that can do this.

The Q Revo's suction capacity of 5500Pa can get rid of pet hair and dust specks while mopping. The all-rubber brush can be used to disentangle human and animal hair as it adapts to uneven surfaces.

The only drawback to this machine is that it takes some time to fill and empty both the clean and dirty tanks. Fortunately, you can cut down on the frequency of this by utilizing the auto-empty feature, which will automatically empty the container after a couple of days. You'll still need to check the level of water in the dock manually, though, as there isn't an automatic reminder.