You don’t want to wet your carpets, and some robot manufacturers are now solving this problem with robots that automatically detect carpets and lift the mopping pads to avoid causing damage.

The Roborock Orevo Curv ticked all the boxes, proving to be a great, splurge robot vacuum and mop hybrid. Probably what stands out is its attractive, sleek design of the curved docking station. Which won't look out of place in any room.

The robot vacuum cleaner can identify the area or item you don't want robot ro get close to.TIPS: Make sure the strip is placed flat on the floor or under an area rug.

Luckily, we've been testing robot vacuums for 10 years to find those that deliver the strongest suction and best features for all sorts of homes, needs and budgets. And we have plenty of brand new releases to test following CES 2025.

The multipurpose cleaning tool can cut and pull the hair around the roller (Make sure the bottom switch is on before charging or working.)

There are newer features and models that were created to avoid this, some now come with mapping tape so you can square off areas you want them to clean, others feature detailed floor-scanning, which will detect cables and areas to avoid.

Premium, but decent value given the features and performance. Worth the investment for pet owners who want something for regular use.

It also offers a four-stage cleaning system with strong suction power to tackle dust picks ups on carpet and hard floors. The side brushes find the hard to reach places and are particularly welcome on hard floors.

Noah Pinsonnault works as a product reviews analyst in the Home Care & Cleaning Lab where he helps design and perform tests on various product categories. He tested additional models and scoured through previous testing notes to prepare the latest updates to this guide.

Navigation: Our technicians attach a tracking device to the vacuum and map its movement through a multiroom lab. Then they calculate the coverage of the room over multiple runs and note what the vacuum avoids and what it doesn’t. They conduct several runs to see whether the vacuum is able to learn the layout and improve its navigation.

The SharkClean app enhances the robot's functionality with a high level of customization. Through the app, you can select specific rooms for cleaning, direct the robot to high-traffic areas or send it to handle emergency messes.

It's not perfect. Our tester found it struggled to follow more specific commands. However, it works fine if you just set it to clean your whole space in the most thorough way possible, so if that's your main plan for it, then it's still Top 3 Automatic Vacuum Cleaners a solid recommendation.

Another thing to consider is the cord length. Make sure to choose a model with a long enough cord so that you can move freely around your home while you're vacuuming.

With proper care and maintenance, robot vacuums can last just as long as full-size vacuums. This means that as long as you are cleaning the rotating brushes regularly (hairs will get tangled here!), using your robot vacuum according to the manufacturer’s instructions and replacing parts like batteries and wheels, it’ll be helping you keep your home clean for years to come.