9 robot vacuum and mop hybrids that actually work

Read our full review of the Roborock S7+.

The mopping feature on many self-proclaimed robot vacuum-mop hybrids doesn't do much more than push water around. Roborock's newest 2-in-1 is a meticulous beast on both wet and dry accounts. With Roborock's 2021 drop of its auto-empty dock, the S7 now poses a threat to iRobot's Braava Jets and its line of self-emptying vacuums, which don't mop.

The S7 is gentle yet on hardwood, linoleum, and tile, seamlessly switching gears to rugs and carpets. Laser scale sensors scan each room to adapt the route accordingly, adjusting suction for large pieces like cereal or small ones like salt. The mopping feature is just as attentive to soft floors, lifting the entire vacuum off of the surface to avoid a soaked rug.

Finally, the robot vacuum that's least likely to eat your phone charger is now also the least likely to soak your carpet. In Oct. 2022, iRobot announced a mopping version of its smartest, the well-reviewed j7+ — the first true hybrid Roomba. The Combo j7+ looks nearly identical to the original, but with the addition of what looks like the spoiler on a sports car. That's the retractable mop.

iRobot's PrecisionNavigation allow the j7+ to perceive obstacles that other robot vacuums plow right into. Those smarts extend to sensing carpet in mop mode, too: Instead of letting the mop hover and risking drips, the Combo j7+ lifts its mop on top of the vacuum itself.

Unfortunately, unlike some similarly-priced premium vacs from Roborock or Ecovacs that wash their own mopping pads, you'll be responsible for your Roomba not dragging dirty pads around.

Looking for a robot vacuum and mop hybrid that offers self-emptying — without a $1,000 price tag? Then you’ll want to take a closer look at the L35 Hybrid. In our testing, the new L35+ is incredibly easy to set up, and the EufyClean app makes it easy to create a map of your home and control your new robot vacuum. Unlike most budget models, the L35 boasts LiDAR laser navigation and mapping.

While the L35+ offers impressive suction (3,200pa), we found that the Eufy X8 performed slightly better at cleaning tests. The L35+ struggled just slightly with cleaning around edges, and while it’s a hybrid model that includes a mopping pad, it only offers a light mopping for your floors. It lacks the sonic cleaning you get with the Shark AI Ultra, and it can’t lift up its mop like the Roomba j7+. Eufy’s newest bot isn’t the only hybrid model that offers self-emptying and mopping for under $400, but it is one of the few worth buying.

The Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 really surprised us, earning its spot among the very best robot vacuum and mops. Without self-emptying, this robot vacuum and mop costs just $450. Compared to the Roborock S7 ($650), the iRobot Roomba j7+ Combo ($1,100) and the Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni ($1,500), that’s firmly in the budget category. Despite its budget status, the Shark AI Ultra proved to be an extremely effective robot mop. With the Matrix Cleaning mode activated, it works almost as well as a hand mop, a rarity in this product category.

The Shark AI Ultra 2-in-1 aced Mashable’s cleaning tests. This smart cleaning bot effectively scooped up dust and debris, and the Shark Sonic Mopping pad made floor stains disappear. That’s because in addition to water, the Shark AI Ultra comes with a cleaning solution, which gives you the extra mopping power you need for a true deep clean.

In terms of navigation, the Shark AI Ultra also outperforms similarly priced bots. Our tests found that this robot vacuum was able to navigate over and around obstacles that stopped other bots in their tracks. It also creates an accurate map that makes it easy to set cleaning schedules and initiate spot cleans as needed. 

The recently released Eufy X8 Hybrid only has 2,000pa suction power, which might seem low. However, don’t let that number fool you. Thanks to the company’s new twin-engine technology, the X8 is the best Eufy robot vacuum we’ve tested yet. It sucked up 100% of debris even along edges, and this vacuum does a fantastic job of eliminating dust and hair. Best of all, the Eufy X8 doesn’t let you down when it’s time to mop. In Mashable’s cleaning tests, the X8 was able to remove stains and scrub floors better than most hybrid vacuums.

As you’d expect from Eufy, the company’s robot vacuums are packed with smart features. One standout here is the LiDAR laser mapping, which creates an accurate map of your home so you can designate specific rooms and zones. With a (relatively) modest price tag, it’s a smart robot vacuum and mop that won’t let you down.

Read our full review of the Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni.

Robot vacuums are constantly competing to up the ante, which is why the best robot vacuum and mop hybrids exist in the first place. When it first debuted at CES 2022, the Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni introduced another new feature — self-cleaning. While plenty of robot vacuums come with a self-emptying station, the X1 Omni has an extra water reservoir to clean itself. But that’s not the only advanced feature. The onboard camera can also be used as a roaming pet camera or security camera, which helps justify the $1,500 price tag.

But is this award-winning super vacuum really worth the price? For luxury shoppers who want the most advanced possible robot vacuum, this is it. However, it’s definitely not designed for the average apartment dweller. Mashable also found some problems with navigation and suction in our review, which is unfortunate considering the price. 

Recently, this vacuum has started going on sale, and if you can snag it at a reduced price, it (almost) justifies the sky-high price.

Read our full review of the Eufy G30 Hybrid.

Eufy has a lot of different robot vacuums and hybrid models, which can make it tough to choose the right model. If you want a super-affordable robot vacuum and mop, then consider the Eufy G30 Hybrid. In the Mashable review, we noted that this is a solid and reliable floor cleaner with mopping capabilities, although you do lose out on features that are now standard with newer robot vacuums.

The G30 can’t create a map of your home, which means no zone cleaning or advanced navigation. In addition, the 2,000pa suction power is definitely on the low end for a vacuum. However, this could be an excellent choice for apartment dwellers who want a quiet robot vacuum that doesn’t need advanced navigation. For a smarter robot vacuum from Eufy, consider the more expensive L35 Hybrid(opens in a new tab) or the new X8 Hybrid(opens in a new tab).

A robot vacuum-mop hybrid that goes as far as to ensure that dirty mopping pads aren't being dragged across the floor takes autonomous mopping to a whole new level. The Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra empties its own dust bin, refills its own water tank (swapping dirty water for clean when necessary), and washes its own mop pads — hence the obnoxiously-sized dock. It's an almost identical menu of specs to the Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni for $200 less.

Some current S7 MaxV owners are underwhelmed by its performance on carpet covered in pet hair, but if your home is almost fully hardwood, that's not major. As for rugs, however, the MaxV is great at hoisting itself over corners to avoid getting stuck. It also won't get your carpets or rugs wet.

If your biggest botvac gripes are their phone charger or sock cravings, the 3D object avoidance sensors on the Ecovacs N8 Pro+ could nix that pre-cleaning ritual from your list. Such precise navigation plus automatic emptying are a recipe for a price hike. But on sale, the N8 Pro+ does it for less than $600 compared to the $849 Roomba j7+ and $1,299.99 Samsung AI+ — neither of which mop.

The brainpower used by the N8 Pro+ to map out your home and snuff out small objects is reflected in lackluster battery life. It'll automatically charge and finish the job later, but some reviewers think the cleaning process is too stop-and-go.