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Robot Vacuums: Buying Advice, Tips, and News

Latest Robot Vacuum Stories

Robovacs love picking up dirt from your floor. We love picking out dirt-cheap deals for you. And Prime Day is when we see some of the best sale prices on iRobot, Roborock, and Roomba models.

By Drew Prindle

Retire your old mop and bucket. The top robot mops we've tested keep your floors spick-and-span with little effort on your part.

Whether you're looking to avoid allergens or simply want to do as little housework as possible, these are the top self-emptying robot vacuums we've tested.

Keep your floors clean without spending a ton of money. We've tested lots of affordable robot vacuums, and these are the best ones that cost $300 or less.

Want to keep your floors clean without lifting a finger? Robot vacuums are more capable and affordable than ever, and these top-tested models can help lighten your home maintenance load.

Roombas are some of the best robot vacuums on the market, but they span a wide range of prices and features. Which Roomba is best for you? We've tested them all to help you decide.

There are plenty of robot vacuums on the market, but which ones are best for cleaning pet hair and dander? Here are our highest-rated pet-friendly options and a few pointers to help you find the perfect model for you and your furry friend.

Our jaws just about hit the ocean floor when we discovered these toothsome discounts from one of our favorite brands that won't take a big bite out of your bank account.

By Gabriela Vatu

Did you know you can keep your home clean by only lifting a finger? This isn’t magic or science fiction—it’s what happens when you purchase a robot vacuum. And these models are on sale now.

By Karl Klockars  & Jade Chung-Lee
3.0

The Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum costs a pretty penny and has the cleaning power to back it up, but it lacks a self-emptying dustbin and sometimes struggles with navigation.

By Andrew Gebhart

Every day, we head into the deal mines, digging for savings and discounts on the best electronics out there. And every day, there's one deal that stands above them all. This is that deal!

By Jade Chung-Lee

The vacuum-mop combo Qrevo Master should pick up 99% of pet hair without tangling.

By Joe Hindy
3.5

The Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra has the features and suction power that you want in a high-end robot mop and vacuum hybrid, but its cleaning performance and obstacle avoidance fall a bit short of more affordable competitors.

By Andrew Gebhart

With an iPhone and the $950 Gen5 Detect vacuum, Dyson's CleanTrace AR software will let you know if you missed a spot.

By Kate Irwin

The iRobot Roomba Combo Essential upgrades the brand's base-level 600-series robot vacuum with more powerful suction and a mop attachment.

By Andrew Gebhart

Make your home sparkly clean while saving hundreds on the Eufy X9 Pro and the G30 Hybrid SES. Plus, the handheld HomeVac H30 is now half price. These deals do not suck.

By Gabriela Vatu
4.0
Editors' Choice

The iRobot Roomba j9+ is a user-friendly robot vacuum that justifies its high price with strong suction power, reliable obstacle avoidance, self-emptying functionality, and ample app features.

By Andrew Gebhart

The robot vacuum and mop hybrid takes a unique approach to scrubbing stains and has an impressive list of vacuum features as well.

By Andrew Gebhart
4.0

The Dreame X30 Ultra robot mop and vacuum is practically maintenance-free with the ability to install its own mop pads and thoroughly wash itself after cleaning your floors, but its convenience comes at a steep price.

By Andrew Gebhart

Dyson's 360 Vis Nav promises twice the suction power of the competition and features a 360-degree camera for navigation, but it doesn't support self-emptying, a common perk for the price.

By Andrew Gebhart