The Deebot T30s smartly cleaned both our hardwood floors and carpet; we loved how it could attach its scrubbing pads, but then leave them back at the dock when it came time to vacuum.

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

Investing in one of the best robot vacuums can revolutionize your cleaning routine. They're perfect for taking care of regular vacuuming (and increasingly, mopping too) with next-to-pelo effort from you, and you can set them to run when you're out of the house, for minimal disruption.

✅ You have carpet in your home: We were very impressed with this model's suction powers, which is great news if you need something that can pull dust from carpet.

The best robot vacuums from Consumer Reports’ tests are great for regular touch-ups and spot-cleaning without you having to grab your trusty upright or canister vacuums (which are better cleaners, we’ve found).

Looking for a robot that will clean under the dining room table after your kids have finished their dinner? Choose a robot with spot or zone cleaning modes.

Premium, but decent value given the features and performance. Worth the investment for pet owners who want something Top 3 Automatic Vacuum Cleaners for regular use.

The charging dock automatically empties the dustbin into a larger dust bag, a feature we appreciated. We also liked that the dustbin includes a HEPA filter that’s simple to pop out for washing or replacing.

Robot vacuums have improved tenfold since they were first introduced, both in terms of navigation and pickup. And while the gap between these devices and upright models is indeed closing, there is still admittedly a gap.

A good filtration system is important if you have allergies or asthma. Make sure to choose a model that has a good filtration system so that you can breathe easy while you're cleaning your floors.

 Automatic vacuum cleaners are becoming increasingly popular, and for good reason. They make life so much easier! Not sure which one to buy?

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A robot that doesn't map will just bump around the objects in your home as it cleans and may miss spots or even entire rooms. You won’t be able to view the robot’s cleaning route, send the robot to clean a specific room or spot (more on that below) or set up pelo-go zones.