The Best Self Emptying Robot Vacuum

The best robot vacuums that self-empty feature a base which holds a full month's worth debris and automatically empty it. It also creates a detailed map of your home which allows you to label rooms and establish "no-go" zones.

It also comes with superior ability to avoid obstacles, meaning that it is safe from power cords as well as rogue sock.

Roomba s9+ from iRobot

This robot is one of the top models from iRobot and it certainly delivers. It can easily move across a variety of surfaces, and is very effective at sucking dust, dirt and other debris away. It's also extremely sturdy and looks good, too.

The S9 is iRobot’s latest premium S Series robot vacuum. It has a few additional features that make it different from other models. The iRobot App utilize, for instance, the camera to create a map that helps the unit navigate and clean more efficiently.

It can also automatically return to the spot where it left off when its battery gets depleted during a cleaning session and you don't need to re-clean the same areas. You can also manually start and stop cleaning sessions with an easy voice command or via the iRobot app. This smart vacuum will even clean in the dark!

Carpet Boost is another great feature. It gives the S9 more suction power when it comes in contact with carpeting, meaning it can pick up even more dirt. The unit also has a square front design that gets closer to corners and walls than older round designs. But, be aware that this model isn't able to work well with shag or high-pile carpeting.

During our tests, we found the iRobot S9+ cleaned thoroughly and efficiently a range of floor surfaces including hard and medium-pile carpets. It also did well with vinyl, and laminate floors. It also did a good job of navigating between furniture and objects, although it did struggle with stairs, and could accidentally hit things like bookcases.

We were impressed by the feature that the S9 automatically returns to its base to empty its dust bin once it's full, which greatly minimizes the need to be hands-on with maintenance. The dust bag should last for around 30 loads, or around two months, and you'll have to replace the filter every once every so often (which is actually recommended by iRobot). The iRobot S9+ is not very loud when it's in use which makes it a great option for families with pets or children.

Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid

designed to eliminate one of the most difficult tasks off your hands, robotic vacuum cleaners can do all the hard work and get hardwood and carpeted floors free of everyday dust. The most effective ones can be controlled and monitored using an app on your smartphone and some include mopping technology for kitchen and bathroom floors. They're a great choice for busy families and they are becoming more affordable robot vacuum. If you want top-of-the-line features in your robotic cleaner, you're going to need to pay a little more.

The Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid is an all-in-one mopping and vacuum machine which makes it a great choice for those in a home with multiple floors. The vacuum's 0.6l bin can hold a lot of pet hair. Its dual motors provide powerful cleaning power. The dust bin is easy to remove and empty, which is great because you'll need to do this on a regular basis.

It's easy to set up as well, but I do recommend fully charging the X8 Hybrid before running it for the first time. Install the Eufy Home application and follow the directions to connect it to your WiFi network. Once you've done this, the app will help you to create a detailed map of your home. You can name rooms or divide rooms into sub-rooms (good for open-plan living) and guide the X8 Hybrid to specific areas that require cleaning at a specific time. Eufy's application is more user-friendly and refined than other robots that have similar scanning and mapping functions.

The X8 Hybrid has a great feature: you can activate the mop or vacuum cleaner via voice thanks to its integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. This is a nice feature that makes the robot hands-free. It was very effective in our test house.

The X8 Hybrid, like many robotic vacuums, has problems with floors that are not fully covered. It may miss pet hair and small items, and it tends to hit things - such as its own charger on the base for charging. It's not as quiet as other models we've tried, and the whirring sound can be distracting.

Roborock V3S pro

This model doesn't have the same features as the more expensive models we've tested, but it does cover the basics. It has a huge enough dust bin to hold a lot of dirt before it needs emptying and its vacuum and mop system is great for carpets with low pile and hard floors. It's also super quiet, and we could watch the TV while it was working without feeling like it was blazing us with noise.

Our testers were impressed by how simple it was to install and use, and they were impressed with its ability to take all the mess out of their floors. It even did a pretty good job of picking up pet hair and messes from carpeting, but it wasn't as successful in tackling stubborn stuck-on stains. They found the app user-friendly and intuitive, and were able to program the vacuum to clean on a regular basis to reduce the amount they had to manually do. It doesn't include any mapping or object avoidance technology, so it isn't able to be sent to specific rooms or follow virtual boundaries (though magnetic boundaries work).

Another model from the iRobot's budget line that is the V3S Pro has some impressive features for its price. It was the top robot vacuum we tested for navigating and avoiding obstacles. It's also a great budget choice for those who want a more intelligent, self-emptying robot vacuum that can take care of hair and pet messes on hardwood floors or low-pile carpeting. It's also very quiet and has a huge dust bin that holds plenty of debris prior to when it has to empty so you don't need to be concerned about having to empty it every time you use it.

The V3S Pro did not make it onto our top choice lists from trusted sources who conduct hands-on tests, however it was praised by Modern Castle, Smart Robot Reviews and The Ambient. They appreciated the ease of set up and use, however they noted that the battery life was very short and it was unable to stay clear of some of the toughest mess we've put it through.

Roborock Q Revo

The Q Revo is a solid entry-level robot vacuum with self empty vacuum and mop that isn't slack on features or prices. You can enjoy many of the high-end features, such as smart navigation and mapping without paying top dollar. You can also use voice commands using Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple Siri shortcuts to create custom automations, and then start cleaning remotely while you're away.

Roborock took its time in developing this innovative cleaner. As a result, the product is exceptionally solid and feels like it was made with premium materials. Its base is strong and sturdy, with an integrated charging port for the battery. You'll find the docking station for the clean-water tank as well as the bins for dirty water on top. There's also a panel beneath the dock, which houses the vacuum bag that is sealed.

After you've paired your device to the app, you'll get a 2D or 3D map of your home, which shows where your robot is currently in and the area it's cleaning. You can also create virtual barriers to ensure that the robot isn't in certain areas and ensure it's only cleaning specific kinds of floors. It's also able to adjust its power settings based on what type of floor is being cleaned, and choosing the most efficient method of cleaning.

The Q Revo is unlike many other robot vacuums because it can lift both of its mop heads while vacuuming. This prevents carpet fibres from becoming stained. It's actually one of the very few vacuums that can accomplish this.

The Q Revo's suction capacity of 5500Pa is enough to get rid of dust specks and Best Self Emptying Robot Vacuum pet hair when you clean. The all-rubber brush can be used to disentangle human and animal hair, as it adjusts to uneven surfaces.

Its only downside is that it can take some time to fill and empty water tanks that are clean and dirty. You can decrease the frequency of this by using the auto-empty function that will empty the bins automatically after a few days. There isn't an automatic reminder to check the level of water in the dock.