Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner UK

Robot vacuum cleaners are perfect if you don't like to make your hands messy. They save time and effort in comparison to manual cleaning, and are great for single-storey homes or flats.

Smart features are a nice bonus. They include mapping technology that will remember your home's layout, avoidance of rugs and furniture, and avoiding those nipples beneath furniture that bigger robots struggle with.

iRobot Roomba j7+

The iRobot Roomba J7+, an upgrade to the previous model made by the company, features new technology that makes it more effective in avoiding pet waste. It uses smart mapping and navigation to create maps of rooms and floors and works hard to avoid obstacles such as charging cords, furniture and shoes. It also detects dirt and prioritize cleaning areas that are heavily filthy. This is a major improvement over previous models that sometimes ignored the dirty spots or cleaned them for only the shortest amount of time.

The robot vacuum is equipped with a self-emptying base which can deposit dustbin debris into its own 2.4L dirt bag. iRobot claims that the bag can hold debris for up to 60 days, which means you only have to empty it and replace it every three months. The base station also comes with a spare bag that can be used to quickly replace.

It's easy to set-up and use the Roomba that is compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant and is fully controllable via the iRobot Genius app. The app allows you to decide when to begin and end the cleaning, as well as how it should take to complete an individual task and also create a schedule.

In our tests, the iRobot Roomba J7+ was able to clean the floors of area rug and hardwood without any problems in the kitchen, foyer, and family room. It was quiet and listened to us as it performed its task. The decibel meter measured only 64db during the operation. It took about 90 minutes to complete one cleaning and its battery needed an hour and 58 minutes to recharge afterward. You can also expand your iRobot ecosystem by using the Combo J7, which lets you to connect it with the iRobot mop m6 to have one mop while the other moves around the room.

Dyson 360 Viz Nav

The Dyson 360 Viz Nav Robot Vacuum Mops vacuum cleaner is the ideal option for anyone who lives in a multi-floored home. This model can create maps for several floors and save them to the app. It is then easy to switch between spaces without having the setup process repeated. The robot is controlled via voice commands, like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Dyson's robot vacuum employs a combination of sensors, cameras and other technologies to identify obstacles. A panoramic camera on the top of the robot, along with 26 external sensors, help to create a map of the space as it moves. This allows the robot to avoid furniture and obstacles.

In our tests, we discovered that the Dyson 360 Vis Nav could reach all the way to baseboards and edges, and could navigate through furniture with tight corners. The suction of the robot was powerful, and it was able to take every dust speck, strand of hair and dried-out bit of Playdoh that we threw at it. The vacuum was able to empty the bin quickly and easily and cut down cleaning time by half.

However the Dyson 360 Viz Nav didn't perform better than other robots in our tests of obstacle avoidance. It had a tough time with a temporary drying rack that it kept trying to move under, but ended up getting stuck and interrupting the cleaning cycle. It also had trouble avoiding furniture that was taller, such as the chair or coffee table. The Dyson 360 Vis Nav is also not able to climb stairs, which could be an issue for many people who live in multi-story houses.

Roborock

Roborock robot vacuums come with high-end features that make them stand out from the rest. It includes two mop heads that spin while pressing down to effortlessly lift the stains. They also lift automatically when vacuuming carpets to prevent dirty streaks from appearing and re-clogging vacuums with dirt. They have extreme suction of 5,500 Pa to ensure superior dust and dirt removal. They also have sophisticated water flow controls to ensure that the appropriate amount of moisture is applied to every floor type.

One of the most impressive aspects about Roborock is its ability to create a complete home's layout using laser technology. The LiDAR system of the Roborock robotic arm rotates constantly, emitting lasers and measuring the time it takes for to bounce off the surrounding objects. This data is then used to create an accurate map of your home layout that allows it to navigate with a high degree of accuracy and avoid obstacles.

Depending on the model you choose, you can customize the map to include furniture placements, no-go zones and room-specific cleansing. You can also choose a cleaning schedule for vacuum only, mop alone or a combination of vacuum and mop. You can schedule regular cleanings using an app-based cleaning system that lets you set it and forget it.

Roborock offers a range of options, ranging from the budget-friendly S6 MaxV to the premium S7 MaxV. All models have advanced mapping and a long-lasting battery and a large dustbin. They also come with docks that provide a variety of features, including charging and refilling hot water tanks. In the UK, they also have a two-year guarantee.

Beko RCV 5

The Beko RCV 5 may be a relative newcomer in the robotic vacuum and mopping market but its sleek style and affordable cost have already made it a hit. The Beko RCV 5 has a few tricks in its sleeves that set it apart from the competition, including self-emptying and object recognition. It's also easy to set up and use, with an easy-to-use app that lets you alter the settings to suit your preferences.

This model's navigation system uses sensors and a combination of mapping to guide you through your home. It does a great amount of staying clear of obstacles. You can also adjust the cleaning path using the app, making it easy to clean certain areas more frequently than other areas. The app can initially be confusing, but once you've learned how to use it, you'll be able to schedule cleanings and control the robot's power levels.

Despite its impressive array of features, the RCV 5 is not without its flaws. For starters, it uses a tiny water tank that holds up to 240 ml of water at each time. This is sufficient for a basic wipe-clean but not the best option for staining that is difficult to remove. Furthermore the wiping plate itself is rather simplistic and doesn't include the ability to rotate or vibrate.

The battery life of the robots in this price range is not as long as one would think. In reality the RCV 5 only lasts for about a third of a cleaning cycle before needing a recharge. This isn't necessarily a deal-breaker however it is something you should keep in mind when shopping for a new robotic vacuum cleaner.

Karcher RCV 5

Karcher, a German manufacturer best known for its pressure washers, has entered into the robot vacuum market with the RCV 5, a model that vacuums and mop. The RCV 5 has a range of remarkable features including a superior obstacle detection using a dual-laser system and mapping that can be monitored in real-time via the smart app.

It also can detect carpeted areas and automatically activate the wet mopping function. The spot cleaning feature is also very useful. It can be programmed to run weekly. The RCV 5 is a great robot cleaner with suction power of 2,500 pascals. It is able to clean hard and soft floors and can reach into tight corners and even under furniture that is low.

Like a lot of modern robots, the RCV 5 has a smartphone-powered application known as Karcher Home Robots that can be used to initiate cleaning processes and create and manage maps of your home. The RCV 5 also has the capability to create virtual walls and zones in which it cannot drive.

A downside of the RCV 5 is that its dust bin can only hold about one liter and will require regular emptying, in contrast to models that have integrated disposal technologies built into their docking stations. It's also heavier than some of its competitors which makes it less mobile and requiring more space in the charging station. The RCV 5 was rated highly by the testers for its ease of use and app control. It performed well on our tests, but some struggled to get the voice technology to work well and found the docking station difficult to set in a flat position.