No other products What I have tried has advanced as quickly as the humble robot vacuum cleaner. Just a few years ago, they were mostly annoying, expensive devices that fell off steps and got stuck in carpets. You can now find robot vacuums at all price points with an incredible array of features, including mapping capabilities, self-emptying bins, and even cameras.
Vacuuming an ever-changing home is a complex task and no robot vacuum cleaner is perfect. However, I test them in one of the most challenging environments possible (a two-story carpeted family home with messy kids and a shedding dog) and personally find them indispensable. Whether you’re choking on cat hair, need to lighten your housework load, or simply want to spend more time with your family, we’ve got a selection to help.
Looking for more cleaning solutions? Check out our guides to The Best Dyson Vacuum Cleaners, Best Cordless Vacuum Cleaners, and Best Air Purifiers for more information.
Updated November 2023: We added the Roborock Q5 Pro+, Ecovacs Deebot T9+, and TP-Link Tapo RV30C. We also update prices and links everywhere.
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