September 2023
Robotic Vacuums: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of robotic vacuums rankings posted by key online experts, as of September 2023.
Summary
On 2 Sep 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 61 robotic vacuum endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
39 robotic vacuums were endorsed in total, only 15 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 2 Sep 2023, iRobot Roomba s9+ takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed robotic vacuum with 4 expert endorsements. 1 expert out of 4 recommended it as the '#1 robotic vacuum' this month.
Brand breakdown
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iRobot: 9 robotic vacuums
(#1 is iRobot Roomba s9+)
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Roborock: 8 robotic vacuums
(#1 is Roborock Q5 Plus)
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Eufy: 7 robotic vacuums
(#1 is Eufy RoboVac 11S)
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Ecovacs: 2 robotic vacuums
(#1 is Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni)
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Samsung: 1 robotic vacuums
(#1 is Samsung Jet Bot AI+)
Price breakdown
At a glance - September Ranking
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PCMag
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Modern Castle
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Wirecutter
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WIRED
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HGTV
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Business Insider
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Rtings.com
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Good Housekeeping
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Consumer Reports
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The Strategist
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iRobot Roomba s9+
The iRobot Roomba s9+ is a highly advanced and customizable robot vacuum that provides deep cleaning performance on both carpets and hard floors, making it an excellent choice for pet owners and those with complex room layouts.
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Roborock Q5 Plus
The Roborock Q5 Plus is a powerful, efficient, and smart robotic vacuum cleaner that can handle any type of floor, including pet hair, with advanced navigation technology and a range of features for easy and efficient cleaning.
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iRobot Roomba i3 Plus
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus is a powerful and efficient robotic vacuum that is ideal for pet owners and those looking for a reliable cleaning solution, with a unique brush design, floor tracking sensors, and a gyroscope for navigation, voice command and mobile app control, and a long battery life.
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iRobot Roomba j7+
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Eufy RoboVac 11S
The Eufy RoboVac 11S is a budget-friendly robotic vacuum cleaner with decent suction power, basic navigation system, excellent battery life, and low-maintenance, but lacks smart features and may not be effective in deep cleaning carpets and reaching corners and edges.
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Eufy RoboVac G30
The Eufy RoboVac G30 is a powerful, efficient, and smart robot vacuum cleaner that is suitable for most cleaning tasks, featuring a suction power of 2000Pa, Smart Dynamic Navigation 2.0, and compatibility with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
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Roomba Combo j7+
The Roomba Combo j7+ is a powerful and efficient robotic vacuum cleaner that is ideal for pet owners and those looking for a reliable and effective cleaning tool, with advanced navigation and obstacle avoidance systems, impressive battery life, and compatibility with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant and the iRobot Home App.
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Samsung Jet Bot AI+
The Samsung Jet Bot AI+ Robot Vacuum is a highly advanced and efficient cleaning solution for hard floors and pets, with optimized suction power, advanced navigation, and remote control capabilities.
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iRobot Roomba 694
The iRobot Roomba 694 is a powerful and efficient robot vacuum that effectively cleans both carpets and hard floors, with an advanced obstacle avoidance system and mobile app control.
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Eufy RoboVac 15C Max
The Eufy RoboVac 15C Max is a powerful and efficient robot vacuum that effectively cleans different surfaces, has a long battery life, and can be controlled with voice commands and a mobile app, but does not have room mapping technology.
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RoboVac X8
The RoboVac X8 is an advanced robot vacuum cleaner that efficiently cleans all floor types, especially short pet hair, with advanced mapping and navigation technologies, a long battery life, and easy maintenance requirements, making it a convenient option for busy households.
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Bissell SpinWave Robot Vac
The Bissell SpinWave Robot Vac is a powerful and efficient robot vacuum with advanced features and efficient navigation, making it a great option for pet owners and those looking for a smart robot vacuum.
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iRobot Roomba i4+ Evo
The iRobot Roomba i4+ Evo is a powerful and efficient robot vacuum that offers thorough cleaning performance on multiple surfaces, features iAdapt 3.0 Smart Navigation and Imprint Smart Mapping technology, and offers a range of smart features for convenient cleaning.
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Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra
The Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra is a highly effective and customizable robot vacuum and mop that offers advanced navigation, powerful suction, and a range of smart features for a hassle-free cleaning experience.
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Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo T8 AIVI
The Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo T8 AIVI is a highly advanced robot vacuum with excellent cleaning performance, advanced navigation technology, long battery life, and low maintenance requirements, making it ideal for users who want a smart vacuum that can handle complex room layouts and be controlled with voice commands.
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We ranked iRobot Roomba s9+ #1 in September 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked iRobot Roomba s9+ as #1.
- Good performance on wooden floors
- Autonomous dirt disposal
- Advanced navigation capability
- Loud operation
- Expensive
Experts are impressed with the iRobot Roomba s9+, which passed every performance test with flying colors. The suction is powerful enough to collect human/pet hair, small particles, larger debris, and it has no problem picking up dirt from wooden floors. Performance on carpeted areas was almost just as good. Its unique D-shaped design allows it to tackle corners with no difficulty. It uses a smart mapping system so it can remember the layout of various rooms. Most experts also praise its ability to empty the collected dirt into a dustbin without any human intervention. The device intuitively returns to its charging base when it’s time to repower. Once fully-charged, it returns to its previous position to keep cleaning. One negative point some reviewers noted is that it tends to be loud while operating. It may be noisy, but the iRobot Roomba s9+ certainly gets the job done.
Modern Castle
Incredible Cleaning; Auto-Empty Base
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Incredible cleaning performance across all floor types
Manages pet hair well
Auto empty base and other helpful usability features
D-shaped body for better access to corners
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Lacks obstacle avoidance features
No mop compatibility
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Business Insider
Best Robot Vacuum for Hardwood Floors
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Cleans Well On Hardwood Flooring
Good Performance On Carpeting
Rarely Gets Stuck
Comes With a Charging Dock That Empties the Dustbin
Large Main Brushes
Has a Useful App With Virtual No-Go Zones
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Loud
Poor Performance in Carpeted Corners
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Good Housekeeping
Best Overall Robot Vacuum
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In our tests beat all other robots in spot cleaning and hard floor cleaning
No fur is trapped in the roller brushes
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Earned a 1-star rating from Quiet Mark for being noisy
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We ranked Roborock Q5 Plus #2 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Roborock Q5 Plus as #1.
Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend robotic vacuums.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of robotic vacuums, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for September 2023 ranking
PCMag
Modern Castle
Wirecutter
WIRED
HGTV
Business Insider
Rtings.com
Good Housekeeping
Consumer Reports
The Strategist
We ranked iRobot Roomba i3 Plus #3 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked iRobot Roomba i3 Plus as #1.
- Good cleaning performance
- Strong suction power
- Self-emptying
- A bit noisy
- No mapping capability
The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus may not come with all the bells and whistles of higher-end models, like mapping and setting no-go zones, but it certainly does excel in other areas. Experts are unanimous about two things. Firstly, it collects dirt from carpets and rugs effectively. Secondly, its ability to unload collected dirt automatically into the bin is useful and convenient for users. A review by Business Insider mentioned that it never got stuck during testing and that it concentrated specially on cleaning dirtier areas. Reviewers also praised the strong suction capability of this model. Unfortunately, despite all the praise, there’s no way to remedy the loud sound of this machine. Setting it up is easy and takes mere minutes to get it ready for use. It may not be the most advanced robotic vacuum on the market, but the iRobot Roomba i3 Plus does the job well.
PCMag
Most Affordable Self-Emptying Roomba
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Self-emptying dustbin
Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
Supports IFTTT and scheduling
Detects and focuses on heavily soiled areas
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Average battery life
Can be loud
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Business Insider
Best robot vacuum overall
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Excellent Performance On Carpeting
Cleans Well On Hardwood
Pairs With the App and Alexa
Comes With An Automatic Dirt Disposal Base
Doesn't Get Stuck Easily
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Loud
Virtual Wall Barriers Cost Extra
Not Impressive in Corners
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We ranked iRobot Roomba j7+ #4 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked iRobot Roomba j7+ as #1.
We ranked Eufy RoboVac 11S #5 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Eufy RoboVac 11S as #1.
- The price is reasonable
- Quiet operator
- Can reach tight spaces
- It doesn’t look durable
The Eufy RoboVac 11S is an affordable robotic vacuum cleaner that received very high scores in expert reviews. All were rather surprised at how well it cleaned bare floors, even with just one sweep. It was able to pick up most of the debris during tests. The clever design allows it to fit into spaces that other vacuums can’t reach. The Robovac 11S was also praised for being very quiet. The sound it produces is barely noticeable. While experts agree that this is a good vacuum for the price point, they also agree that it will probably not last more than a few years. However, considering all the advantages, it is probably still worth it.
We ranked Eufy RoboVac G30 #6 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Eufy RoboVac G30 as #1.
PCMag
Best for Cleaning Tight Spaces
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Compact, low-profile design
Strong suction power for its size
Well-designed app
Easy to set up and use
Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands
Features smart navigation for systematic cleaning
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Doesn’t support strips or virtual boundaries
Battery life is on the short side
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We ranked Roomba Combo j7+ #7 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
PCMag
Best Retractable Mop
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Vacuums and mops
Retractable mop prevents carpet wetting
Excellent obstacle avoidance
Pet waste-avoidance guarantee
Auto-empty base
Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands
Supports virtual Keep Out, No Mop, and Clean zones
User-friendly companion app
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One unit malfunctioned in testing
Mop tank requires manual refilling each time
Scrubs less than some competitors
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Modern Castle
Lift-Away Mop Robot Vacuum Combo
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Retracting mop pad
Excellent debris removal and pet hair management
RGB camera enabled obstacle avoidance
Docking station that auto-empties debris
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Lacks other auto-maintenance features like washing, supply refilling, or drying
Struggles with long hair tangles
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We ranked Samsung Jet Bot AI+ #8 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
Modern Castle
Exceptional with Hair; Bendable Extension Wand
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Automatic maintenance with the docking station
Great cleaning performance with 95.8% debris removal
Smart suction for automatic suction adjustment
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Slow cleaning speed
Occasionally gets stuck while cleaning
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We ranked iRobot Roomba 694 #9 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
PCMag
Best for First-Time Buyers / Editors' Choice
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Affordable
Rarely gets stuck
Seamless app setup
Supports Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant voice control
Allows for scheduled cleanings
Detects and focuses on heavily soiled areas
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Loud
Missed some debris on carpets in testing
Lacks smart navigation, mapping abilities
No carrying handle
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We ranked Eufy RoboVac 15C Max #10 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
Business Insider
Best robot vacuum on a budget
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Good performance on carpeting and hardwood,
doesn't get stuck easily
quiet
supported by an app
Alexa and Google Assistant compatible
fits into small spaces
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Did poorly in corner cleaning tests and picking up flour on carpeting
app doesn't let you set no-go zones
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Good Housekeeping
Best Value Robot Vacuum
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Slim design gets under low furniture
Pro
Multiple options for deep or regular cleaning
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Random cleaning pattern
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We ranked RoboVac X8 #11 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
We ranked Bissell SpinWave Robot Vac #12 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
PCMag
Best for Germaphobes / Editors' Choice
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Mops and vacuums
Works with cleaning solution
Automatically avoids carpet when mopping
Quiet
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No mapping features or voice control
Robot got stuck on some furniture in testing
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Business Insider
Best Robot Vacuum for Pet Hair
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Excellent Job on Hardwood and Corners
Picked Up All of the Pet Hair in Our Tests
Great Mop Attachment and Accessories
App Connectivity
Small Size
Quiet Operation
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Can't Set Up No-Go Zones
Gets Stuck Easily
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We ranked iRobot Roomba i4+ Evo #13 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
We ranked Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra #14 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
PCMag
Best Suction Power
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Self-washing and refilling mop
Self-emptying dustbin
AI-powered obstacle avoidance
Carpet sensor and mop-lifting feature
Best-in-class mopping performance
Works as a security camera with two-way audio
Can install/remove mop bracket while robot is docked
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Expensive
Large base
No hot-air mop-drying
Smaller water tanks and dust bag than top competitor
Camera doesn't point outward when robot docks
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Modern Castle
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Hand-off features with a robust docking station
Excellent navigation performance and obstacle avoidance
Fantastic overall cleaning performance with 97.9% removal
Lifting mop pad for multi-floor cleaning
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Struggled with long hair and tangles
High price point
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We ranked Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo T8 AIVI #15 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic vacuums” rankings.
PCMag
Best Battery Life / Editors' Choice
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Automatically recognizes and avoids obstacles
Exceptional battery life
Allows for remote home monitoring with built-in camera
Supports virtual boundaries
Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice support
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Expensive
Mops with water, not cleaning solution
Moderate learning curve
Auto-Empty Station is sold separately
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Business Insider
Best robot vacuum and mop
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Excellent Performance On Carpeting And Hardwood
Automatically Empties the Dustbin
HD Video Surveillance,
Impressive Deep-cleaning Mop Attachment
Quiet Operation
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Got Stuck On the Threshold In Our Tests
Doesn't Get Deep Into Corners
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