The most advanced models can now empty their own bins, mop the floor and refill their water own water tanks. (The Independent)

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Steve Hogarty is a technology journalist with more than a decade’s experience writing about everything from phones and laptops to the latest smart home gadgets.

So in this review, we are taking this challenge head on; explaining why water usage matters, walking you through our new testing methods, and revealing how these findings have changed our rankings and overall methodology!

Robot vacs at JB aren’t just about keeping the floor clean. They’re packed with tech that makes them smarter, faster and way more hands-off. Here’s what sets the top models apart:

The maximum-power boost mode lasts a paltry 12 minutes before needing to recharge, but it is practical enough to use if you’re away from home for most of the day. Dyson claims the 360 viz nav is six times more powerful than any other robot vacuum, and the results from our home tests seem to back that up.

The Dyson 360 Vis Nav almost has it all: immense suction, excellent edge cleaning, and a great design. Plus it's packed with all sorts of features, such as disc brakes and a remote electronic lock. However, it's expensive and lacks a self-emptying option which makes it more hands-on.

Dual-spinning mops and Automóvel mop lifting work together to rid stubborn stains while moving from carpets to hardwoods without interruption. ZeroTangleTM technology tames pet hair to prevent entanglements along the way. And the all-in-one OMNI Station cleans itself as it cleans your home. It’s no wonder the N30 PRO OMNI turns common cleaning problems into pelo problem at all.

While the best robot vacuums can get nearly every inch of your Automatic Vacuum Cleaners floors, there's one place they can't reach: Your couch cushions. That's why the Ecovacs Deebot T30s Combo is a great option for those who want to clean their upholstery, but don't want to buy a second vacuum just for the task.

Robot vacuums aren’t just for tech heads. They’re made for real homes with real mess. Whether you’re in a small apartment or a place that’s always busy, they help you stay on top of the clean without chewing up your time.

We’ve been a bit obsessed lately with finding a reliable way to objectively test and score robot vacuum mop combos and upright electric mops. While we do evaluate how well these machines tackle stains, we’ve also realized the need to measure water usage—since using too much water may lead to streaks on your floors or possibly leave messes behind.

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The Shark IQ can be controlled via an app as well as with Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can create a schedule and connect it to smart home devices. It even has mapping features of more expensive robot vacuums so you can mark individual rooms as well as set invisible boundaries called No-Go zones.

Dual-spinning mops and Automóvel mop lifting work together to rid stubborn stains while moving from carpets to hardwoods without interruption. ZeroTangleTM technology tames pet hair to prevent entanglements along the way. And the all-in-one OMNI Station cleans itself as it cleans your home. It’s no wonder the N30 PRO OMNI turns common cleaning problems into no problem at all.