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Bagless Robotic Sweepers

For some, robot vacuums like Scuttle Bug or RoRo are now family pets. They even play hide-and-seek with their owners!

Robotic vacuums and mops work independently, so when you've set them up, they'll be happy to keep cleaning on their own. They'll last for a long time with minimal maintenance, such as emptying the bins and cleaning the brushes.

1. Powerful suction

Bagless robotic sweepers have suction capabilities comparable to traditional vacuum cleaners. They also have a variety of features that help them tackle various floor types and sizes of homes. The top robots allow you to schedule cleaning for certain rooms and set boundaries around areas that you do or don't want it to clean. You can also make use of an app to alter the intensity of your robot vacuum with bagless self empty's cleaning and track its progress while it's in action.

Another feature that many people find useful is the ability to alter the direction in which your robot sweeps and where it starts. This feature is particularly useful in areas with lots of corners and doorways, based on the design of your home. A lot of robots have a docking system that allows you to switch out reusable bins or disposable ones, and then recharge the robot in between uses. Some have self-emptying bases that eliminate the need to purchase disposal bags.

The biggest drawback of robotic bagless vacuum robots sweepers is the high price. This is particularly true of models with a base that can be self-emptied and can add significant sums to the cost of the device. These devices are becoming more popular and are a great choice for homeowners who are tired or frustrated with manually vacuuming their floor or dealing with pet hair.

While the Eufy 11s can do well at general vacuuming and gets into my home's corners and crannies, it does have some notable shortcomings in the area of collecting pet hair. It comes with an anti-tangle device which is designed to shred and cut up hair. However I found myself constantly picking and rearranging cat and dog hair. The robot could also become stuck on carpets and become trapped by soft high pile fibers.

A couple of the pricier models I've tested (like the Shark Matrix Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum) have superior pet hair pickup and navigation. Their dual dustbins can be adjusted to accommodate different amounts of debris. They are also much easier to empty. They also can get into corners faster than circular robots due to of their square-ish form. They also have superior object recognition which allows them to eat up Cheerios and piles of oatmeal while deftly navigating fake dog turds and lamp cords.

2. Adaptive cleaning

One of the most important features you'll find in any robot vacuum, and especially one that is bagless, is the ability to adapt to changes in the environment. Your robo-vac will learn, for instance what kind of floor you have in each room and whether it's hard or soft. It will also learn to navigate around obstacles like furniture and stairs. The more information your robo-vac has more information, the better equipped it will be to clean your entire house.

Smart robotic cleaners can reach places that traditional brooms and dustpans can't, like under beds or other high spots that require you to sit down on your knees. Some robots, depending on the model that you select can be programmed to clean specific areas or rooms at specific times of the day.

The best bagless robot vacuum robot vacuums are able to remove tiny particles like baking soda or sand and heavier debris like piles of orzo or oatmeal pasta, metal screws and nuts or fluffy stuff like pet hair. They also can reach into tight spaces where a stick broom could be difficult to reach. They're also quieter than a standard upright or canister vacuum and can be programmed to run in the background while you read or watch TV.

In addition to vacuuming, certain models also sweep and mop floors in your home. These robots require special attention. You will need to remove the mopping pad and wash it (and let it dry) before reinstalling. You'll also need to rinse and wash the filter (and let it dry) periodically if your manufacturer recommends it.

Most mop models are able to be used for a number of times before they need to be replaced, however, you'll want to make sure that you purchase a model with a large water tank and mop pad capacity (the Dreametech W10, for instance, which was awarded a spot in a previous Good Housekeeping Best bagless self emptying robot vacuum Cleaning and Organizing Award is equipped with five gallons of water and can accommodate up to 12 mopping pads). Some of the top models have a built-in charging dock that both refills the tank and empty the bin, providing an unrestricted hands-free experience.

3. Efficient

There's no home appliance that has evolved as rapidly as the robot vacuum. They were originally expensive devices that sat on the steps and were filled with cat litter and pet hair. But today there is numerous models available in all price ranges that offer self-emptying bins and mapping capabilities.

The biggest improvement that has been made to the robotic vacuum is the improvement in obstacle avoidance. This is due to the capability of the robot vacuum to recognize and avoid obstacles like tangled cords and furniture legs or piles of dog waste. (Click on that CNET lead from the hall-of fame to find out more). Even so, even the most powerful robot vacuums cannot always avoid them all of the time, which means they may still be frightened by them and end up getting snagged or scattering poop on your floors in a messy costly and time-consuming oops.

Advanced robots make use of gyro camera, radar and laser (laser distance sensors or LDS) guided system to draw out your floor plan to ensure that they're cleaning thoroughly and are not missing any areas. They can also store and update multiple floorplans. This makes them more efficient and decreases the likelihood of having to spend a lot of time going back and forth to clean the same spots over and over again.

If you're looking for a robot vacuum that you can set and forget, the iRobot J7+ is the most reliable model we've ever tested. It beat all of the competition in our tests when it comes to mapping, creating virtual boundaries and avoiding obstacles making it the ideal "set it and forget it" robot vac.

If you're looking to save money and don't require smart features such as the ability to map or a bin that automatically empties, then the Eufy 11S is our pick for the cheapest of the year. It is a great performer on carpeting with low pile and hardwood floors cleaning up dust, pet hair and cat litter well. The onboard dust bin can hold up to 45 days of dirt and when it's full, it will automatically return to its dock for emptying.

4. Easy to maintain

Robotic vacuums and mops need to be cleaned periodically like any other household appliance. How often you clean it depends on your household's needs and the model. You will need to empty the dustbin frequently and clean the wheels or brushes, depending on the robot model. The maintenance guide that is included with all robots will explain how to keep it maintained.

For instance, you could rinse the bin and clean it using a moist (not wet and drippy) sponge made of melamine to get rid of any dirt that's caked on. You can also clean your robot vacuum's wheels and filters to ensure that it runs smoothly. Nasrallah recommends you check the wheels at least once per week to ensure that they're free of threads, hairs, or any other particles that could get within and cause the machine to malfunction. Also, you should clean the brushes beneath your robot - the left and right drive wheel and the sidebrush - once a month. This will help keep them free of dirt.

Some models are able to double as automated robot mops which adds mopping as part of your home cleaning routine. If you plan to make use of this feature, make sure your home is vacuum-proofed thoroughly prior to turning on the robot mop. This will keep the robot from being dragged into the vacuum by socks or pet toys that aren't properly secured.

Other features worth looking for include self-emptying bases that make it easier to take out the garbage, a high-efficiency filter that helps reduce allergens in the air, as well as smart mapping technology that lets the robot to understand the layout of your rooms so it can clean them in a systematic way. Certain models let you define areas that the robot won't clean. This is ideal if your children tend to strew their shoes in the hallway.

To find the best bagless robot vacuum and mop for your home, Real Simple consulted experts like Forrest McCall, co-owner of the blog Mama Needs a Project; Alvin Pullins, CEO and founder of Nerd in the House; and Michele Jones, associate brand marketing director at ECOVACS Americas. The experts evaluated the products by evaluating their setup, effectiveness and noise levels. They also assessed features, maneuverability and ease-of-maintenance.