Buying guide · Updated Sep 27, 2026
Not all robot mops are equal. A fixed pad drags a damp cloth; spinning pads press and scrub; self-rinsing rollers scrub with clean water the whole time. The dock matters just as much: washing the mops with hot water and drying them stops smells.
We rank combos on our mopping score first (mop type, pressure, lift over rugs, edge reach), then hands-free maintenance, navigation, value and suction.
| Robot | Suction | Height | Score | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dreame X60 Max Ultra CompleteBest overall | 35,000 Pa | 3.13 in | 8.8 | Amazon |
| #2 | ECOVACS DEEBOT T90 Pro OmniRunner-up | 30,000 Pa | 3.74 in | 8.3 | Amazon |
| #3 | Narwal Freo 20 EdgeAlso great | 31,000 Pa | 3.74 in | 8.0 | Amazon |
| #4 | Roborock Saros 10R | 22,000 Pa | 3.14 in | 8.0 | Amazon |
| #5 | Roborock Qrevo 2 Pro | 20,000 Pa | 3.8 in | 7.7 | Amazon |
Best overall
Why it's here: The best robot vacuum money can buy right now, if you need what it does.
Runner-up
Why it's here: The best mopper under $500 — a roller that actually scrubs.
Also great
Why it's here: Impressive on paper; wait for more owner reviews or buy knowing it's new.
Pick #4
Why it's here: The robot to buy if your furniture is low — otherwise the mid-range docks are better value.
Pick #5
Why it's here: The smartest carpet handling under $600 — a step up from the Qrevo S Pro.
Ranked lower on this guide's criteria.
Fixed pads are fine for light dust. Spinning pads and rollers scrub dried-on spills much better.
Look for a mop that lifts 10 mm or more, detaches at the dock, or robots that vacuum carpets before mopping.
Hot-water washing and hot-air drying keep mops clean and odor-free without you touching them.
Extending mops and side brushes clean along baseboards and into corners.
For daily maintenance, mostly yes. For deep, sticky or dried-on messes, a roller mop or a manual wet clean still does better.
Yes, on sealed hardwood with low or medium water settings. Avoid mopping unsealed or waxed wood.
Use the brand's own floor cleaner or plain water. Many docks can dose detergent automatically.