Robot Vacuums
Let a robot handle the crumbs, pet hair, and dust so you can focus on more important things than daily floor cleaning.
Compare basic models, advanced mapping robots, and vacuum–mop combos to find the best match for your home and budget.
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Start with your space: small apartment or multi-floor house, mostly hard floors or thick carpets, pets or no pets.
From there, it’s about navigation, suction power, and how much maintenance you’re willing to do yourself between runs.
- Navigation: Random bump-and-go vs. smart mapping with LiDAR or cameras.
- Floor types: Check performance on hard floors, rugs, and medium-pile carpet.
- Dust bin & base: Standard bin or self-emptying dock for less frequent emptying.
- Smart features: App control, no-go zones, scheduling, room-specific cleaning.
Robot vacuums by home type
Organise your picks by what matters most: pet hair, busy family homes, mixed floors, or quiet operation for apartments.
When is it time to upgrade your robot vacuum?
Older robots can miss dirt, get stuck often, and require constant supervision—defeating the whole point of “set and forget” cleaning.
An upgrade can give you stronger suction, better navigation, and less day-to-day maintenance.
- Gets stuck on cables, rugs, or chair legs almost every run.
- Leaves obvious debris behind, especially along edges and in corners.
- Battery no longer lasts long enough to finish your main areas.
- You want smarter mapping, self-emptying, or mop functionality in one device.
Robot vacuums – common questions
These quick answers help readers understand what a robot vacuum can and can’t replace in their cleaning routine.
Can a robot vacuum replace my regular vacuum?
For many homes, a robot handles day-to-day dust and crumbs, but you may still need an upright or stick vacuum for deep cleaning.
How often should a robot vacuum run?
Most people schedule daily or every-other-day runs in high-traffic areas and less frequently in bedrooms or low-use rooms.
Do robot vacuums work on thick carpets?
Some models manage medium-pile carpets well, but very thick or shag carpets are still challenging and may reduce performance.