No one likes mopping. From buckets full of dirty water to unsanitary (and gross) mop fibers, it's a labor-intensive chore that's in dire need of an upgrade. Thankfully, robot mops are here to make your life easier. All you have to do is fill up the tank, press start, and let them run. You can control some of them via your phone or voice and some even double as robot vacuums.

We've rounded up the best models we've tested here, along with some buying tips to help you keep your floors sparkling.

The Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni is the most expensive floor-cleaning robot we've tested, but it's also the most advanced. Its large (but attractive) charging station features three main components: a clean water tank, a dirty water tank, and a dust chamber. When mopping, it uses two circular spinning pads to scrub your hard floors with water (or Ecovacs' cleaning solution) until they shine while automatically avoiding area rugs and rooms with carpeting so as not to get them wet. When it's done, it automatically empties the dirty water, cleans its pads, dries them with hot air, and refills itself with clean water.

This top-of-the-line hybrid also features AI-powered obstacle avoidance, a built-in voice assistant, home security camera functionality, and automatic dustbin emptying. A companion app lets you customize its number of cleaning passes (once or twice), water flow level (low, medium, or high), cleaning sequence, and more.

The Deebot X1 Omni model is best for those with deep pockets who are willing to pay a premium for convenience. Since it can clean its own mopping cloth, refill its own water tank, and empty its own dustbin, the X1 Omni requires much less maintenance than other two-in-one robotic floor cleaners. Its long battery life, strong vacuuming suction power, and AI-powered obstacle avoidance technology make it an excellent option for large homes and those with pets.

The Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra below offers similar features and performance for a bit less money, but the X1 Omni is our Editors' Choice because of its more streamlined design, larger water tanks, hot-air mop-drying feature, and built-in virtual assistant.

The Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra and the Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni are two of the most advanced floor-cleaning robots on the market. Like Ecovacs' competitor, this high-end hybrid can do it all: it vacuums and mops your floors, then cleans itself, so it's always ready for the next run without requiring you to lift a finger. Even better, it undercuts the X1 Omni by about $150.

The S7 MaxV Ultra boasts a unique mop-lifting feature (also available on the more affordable Roborock S7+) that allows for more efficient cleaning runs than the competition. Most two-in-one robots with a carpet sensor, including the X1 Omni, automatically avoid rugs when mopping. Roborock's VibraRise technology goes a step further—when this robot detects carpet while mopping, it automatically raises its mopping plate about 5mm. This allows it to mop your hard floors and vacuum your low- to medium-pile carpets in a single pass.

If you're choosing between the S7 MaxV Ultra and the X1 Omni, go with the former if your hard flooring tends to collect grime. Roborock's model uses sonic vibration technology to scrub your floors 3,000 times per minute, whereas the X1 Omni's circular mopping pads spin at just 180 revolutions per minute. Both robots left our test floors streak-free and shiny, but the S7 MaxV Ultra offers a bit more mopping power, so it's slightly better at deep cleaning.

Although Bissell has been making upright wet and dry vacuums for years, the SpinWave Wet and Dry is its first hybrid model. It works quickly and quietly, reliably sucking up pet hair and dust from hard floors and low-pile carpeting. Swap out the dustbin for a wet tank, and the robot zips around hard floors, scrubbing them clean with its dual spinning mopping pads. Bissell also offers several different cleaning solutions for this robot including multi-surface, pet multi-surface with Febreze, and sanitizing formulas. Plus, the SpinWave Wet and Dry can automatically detect and avoid carpeting and area rugs when mopping, a feature we typically only see on much more expensive models.

If you're in the market for a proficient midrange hybrid that works best as a mop, the Bissell SpinWave Wet and Dry is a top choice. It lacks some features available on pricier models, including home mapping abilities, voice control support, and self-emptying, but it offers better mopping performance than most other two-in-one robots in this price range because of its spinning microfiber pads and support for sanitizing and deodorizing cleaning solutions. We recommend this model for homes with pets or very grimy hard flooring.

Before the X1 Omni hit the scene, the Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo T8 AIVI was the most advanced floor-cleaning robot we'd tested. This feature-rich hybrid vacuums and mops, plus uses AI to successfully detect and avoid many obstacles that halt many other robots. Ecovacs even claims the robot’s simultaneous vacuuming plus mopping functionality allows it to remove up to 99.26% of bacteria when it cleans your floors with plain water. In testing, the 'bot had no problem passing over the transition strips between flooring types and did a good job of avoiding carpet when it was mopping. It also has the longest battery life of any model we've tested (170 minutes on a charge) and doubles as a roving home security camera you can control from your phone.

Ecovacs' former flagship robotic floor cleaner is still an excellent choice for those with a mix of hard flooring and carpet. And, because it's a couple of years old at this point, you can now snag it at a discount. The Deebot Ozmo T8 AIVI's exceptional battery life and obstacle avoidance abilities make it a particularly compelling option for those with large homes and cluttered floors. If you can swing it, we highly suggest adding the Ozmo Pro(Opens in a new window) oscillating mopping accessory (sold separately for $99.99), which vibrates at up to 480 times per minute to better tackle set-in stains, plus offers a larger water tank that allows it to cover 2,000 square feet when mopping.

Made by one of the most respected names in the robotic floor cleaner market, the iRobot Braava Jet m6 is among the best standalone robot mops. When mopping, the m6 sprays a specific area with a cleaning solution(Opens in a new window) (or plain water) and goes over it a few times before moving on and repeating the process, picking up a lot more dirt and grime than we expected. It can detect and automatically avoid carpeting, and it rarely gets stuck. Moreover, it's easy to use, supports app and voice control, and maps out your home for targeted room cleaning.

The Braava Jet m6 is an excellent standalone robot mop if you have mostly hardwood, laminate, or tile flooring. With long battery life and the ability to cover 1,000 square feet in a session, the m6 is suitable for both apartments and larger homes. It's also a nice addition if you already own an iRobot Roomba i, j, or s series robot vacuum. You can link them in the app and configure the mop to start a run once the vacuum finishes cleaning your floors.

The Roborock S7+ is a top-notch mop and vacuum hybrid that offers many of the same perks as the S7 MaxV Ultra for $450 less. It can't refill its own water tank, clean its own mopping cloth, or function as a home security camera, but the S7+ boasts Roborock's VibraRise technology, which allows it to mop your hard floors and vacuum your carpeting in the same cleaning run. Whereas other hybrid cleaners avoid carpet completely while mopping, the S7+ automatically lifts its mop cloth out of the way and goes on vacuuming, thus allowing it to complete both tasks more efficiently. The robot offers three mop scrub levels: mild, moderate, or intense. After one pass with the scrub level set to intense, our test floors were shiny and streak-free. It also boasts strong vacuum suction power, a self-emptying dustbin, and ample smart features for customized cleaning.

The Roborock S7+ works well on hard flooring and carpet, but is best for homes that have both. Its long battery life and excellent obstacle avoidance abilities make it a strong option for large homes with cluttered floors. And with an impressive 2,500Pa of suction power and a self-emptying dustbin, it's also a top choice for allergy sufferers and pet owners.

Hybrid two-in-one robotic floor cleaners that can vacuum and mop tend to be better at one task than another. The Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo N8 Pro+ is equally adept at both. The N8 Pro+ transitions from a vacuum to a mop in two simple steps: just fill its water tank and pop on the mopping plate. When mopping, the N8 Pro+ does an excellent job of automatically avoiding carpeting and area rugs. After a couple of passes with just water, the robot's mopping pad was visibly dirty and our floors looked and felt a lot cleaner in testing. Its battery life falls short of the Ozmo T8 AIVI, but it has stronger suction power and comes with a self-emptying base station. And, although it lacks some of the conveniences of the Deebot X1 Omni, including the ability to wash and dry its mopping cloth, the N8 Pro+ offers similar performance for a lot less money.

The Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo N8 Pro+ excels at both mopping and vacuuming, making it an excellent choice for homes with multiple flooring types. In testing, it had no problem traversing tile, laminate, and carpet, or the transition strips that separate them. With an impressive 2,600Pa of suction power and the ability to empty its own dustbin into a hypoallergenic bag, it's also a compelling option for allergy sufferers and pet owners.

As far as two-in-one robotic floor cleaners go, it doesn't get much more affordable than the sub-$300 iLife V8s. It features an interchangeable dustbin and water tank allowing it to both vacuum and mop. When mopping, the V8s does a decent job of cleaning liquid messes and lingering dirt, but it won't scrub away long-dried stains. You need to move any throw rugs out of the way when it's mopping, however, because the V8s won't automatically steer clear of them. It gets around 90 minutes of runtime on a charge, and has no trouble on different floor types including wood, tile, and carpet. The V8s lacks features like app control, voice assistant support, and mapping, but makes up for it with good cleaning performance and solid navigation capabilities for a rock-bottom price.

If you're in search of a low-frills two-in-one robotic floor cleaner that won't break the bank, the iLife V8s is a top choice. This robot also comes with a physical remote (something that's becoming less common), which makes it a compelling option for those who value ease of use and don't want to bother with an app or voice controls. Standing just 3.1 inches tall, this compact model is also an ideal choice if you have low-profile furniture. It offers far fewer perks than more expensive models, but you can't beat the price.

The Bottom Line: The iRobot Braava Jet 240 is a small, quiet robot that mops and sweeps floors in small spaces, making it a good choice for apartment dwellers.

The Braava Jet 240 is an affordable option for those who need some help mopping up small spaces. It sprays water on your floors and uses an assortment of different pads to wipe away grime. At 6.7 by 7.0 by 3.3 inches (HWD) and 2.7 pounds, the Jet can wiggle into tight spaces larger 'bots might miss and it has a handle on top that makes it easy to transport between rooms. In testing, it had no problem cleaning along the side of the bathtub and walls, around the toilet, and in every corner it could reach. It can clean up to 150 square feet on a charge in wet mopping mode and up to 200 square feet when dry-sweeping.

The Braava Jet 240 is best for single rooms you need to mop, like bathrooms and kitchens. It lacks the power to take out really tough stains, so you might need to provide some manual assistance from time to time. That said, it's the least expensive robot on this list, and a solid buy for apartment dwellers or anyone who lives in a small space with hard flooring. Meanwhile, the more expensive Braava Jet m6 is a better option for mopping larger areas.

The Samsung Jetbot Mop is an innovative cleaning tool that doubles as a floor and wall scrubber. It can help you check two of the most tedious cleaning tasks off of your to-do list: mopping your floors and washing your shower or bathtub. Simply fill its two tanks with water (and a bit of cleaning solution, if you want), pop on the mopping pads, use the included remote to select a cleaning mode, then sit back and relax as it scrubs your floors. It has a compact design that allows it to autonomously maneuver around obstacles with ease, and it's short enough that it won't get stuck under furniture. It works quickly and truly makes your floors shine (if you use a bit of cleaning solution). Once your floors are clean, you can head over to the bathroom, pick the lightweight robot up by its handle, and let its spinning pads bear the brunt of the effort in washing your walls.

If you hate mopping and also happen to loathe cleaning the shower, tub, or any other similar surface, the Samsung Jetbot Mop might be the robotic helper of your dreams. Because of the two spinning pads on the bottom and a handle on top, this versatile robot can scrub the gunk off of tile, vinyl, laminate, or hardwood floors with little help on your part. As mentioned, it also doubles as a handheld cleaning tool for washing your walls. It doesn't offer some of the perks of pricier competitors, such as app or voice control, but it's still worth a spot on your short list because of its niche capabilities.

Every robot mop shares a few things in common. They generally come with reservoirs you need to fill up with water or cleaning solution, and microfiber cloths that scrub your floors and pick up dirt. They also feature sensors to help them autonomously navigate around your furniture.

Robot mops generally come in one of two flavors: single purpose or hybrid. Single-purpose mops, like the iRobot Braava Jet 240 and Braava 380t, can't vacuum your floors. Some can, however, perform a dry sweep to clear the area before they start mopping.

Hybrid models, as you might expect, can mop and vacuum. They typically have attachments for microfiber cloths that wipe or scrub your floors as the robot runs around your home. Some feature an interchangeable dustbin and water tank, plus don't require any presoaking before cleaning. iRobot, one of the biggest names in robot vacuums and mops, has stuck with single-purpose devices until now; the company recently announced its first hybrid model, the Roomba Combo J7+. We'll see if it belongs on this list once we test it.

These hybrid models are typically more expensive, but they're also more likely to have features like app control via your phone, voice control via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, and even interactivity with other smart home devices.

We note which models are hybrids in our reviews and test their functionality accordingly. To easily see which models we've selected here are hybrids, check out the table toward the bottom of this page.

We test robot mops in our actual homes, keeping the following criteria in mind: battery life; navigation; ease of setup and operation; and performance.

The whole point of robotic cleaners is to let them do the work for you. Having to intervene defeats the purpose. To that end, we look to see whether the robot can handle different floor types such as tile and wood with equal ease. We also check to see if it avoids textiles like rugs and carpeting, or if it comes with peripherals like virtual walls (or app control) to make this easier.

Battery life is also important; the size of your home determines what is sufficient. The longer you get on one charge, the better a robot map is for larger homes. We consider a battery life of 60 minutes to be sufficient for small homes and apartments, though, ideally, we like to see results in the 90-minute range. To test battery life, we fully charge the robot before running a cleaning cycle. We then let it clean for as long as it takes to completely run down the battery.

Setup is another factor we consider. Most involve charging your robot and filling up water tanks. Once again, you want these processes to be as simple as possible. And although not every robot mop works with an app, hybrid models often do. In these instances, we check to see how intuitive the app is and what benefits it brings to the table.

Lastly, and most importantly, we check to see how well a robot mop cleans in real-life conditions. We consider things such as whether or not it uses a cleaning solution or water only. We also see how well it tackles dry stains versus wet on a variety of surfaces. We make sure it doesn't scuff tile or wood, and at the end of every cleaning session, we check the microfiber cloth to see how dirty it gets.

As with robot vacuums, robot mops do a sufficient job of keeping your floors clean, but they aren't complete substitutes for a little elbow grease. They're great for maintenance and fresh spills. Deep-set stains, however, still likely require a bit of manual scrubbing.

Robot mops are still a growing category. See our reviews for detailed analysis of each model listed here, and check back soon, because we're reviewing new ones all the time. When you find the right one for you, check out our top tips for robot vacuums, many of which also apply to mops.

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