How to Choose Robot Vacuums — Complete Buying Guide

Quick Buying Guide — Robot Vacuums

• Suction power: 2000Pa is sufficient for hard floors and low-pile carpet. 4000Pa+ for deep carpet cleaning.
• Mop function: Combo models vacuum and mop in one pass — useful for hard floors but check the mop is a genuine feature, not just a damp cloth.
• Self-emptying: Self-emptying bases hold weeks of dust — worth the premium if you hate emptying the dustbin frequently.
• Mapping: LiDAR mapping creates accurate room maps for scheduled cleaning by room. Camera-based mapping is cheaper but less precise.
• App & voice control: Most mid-range and above models support Alexa and Google Home for voice scheduling.
• Pet hair: Look for anti-tangle brushes if you have pets — standard brushes clog quickly with pet hair.