I’ve tested over 20 robot vacuums and these are the best for every budget in 2024

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UPDATE: Oct. 23, 2024, 1:45 p.m. EDT iRobot and Shark each released a new flagship robot vacuum in recent months, both of which are contenders for making this list. I am currently testing both of them in my home now and will update this list of recommendations accordingly.

There’s definitely something to be said for the crisp handheld control of a powerful cordless Dyson. But if you’re not one to classify cleaning as cathartic, why not outsource that tedious task to one of the best robot vacuums?

Are Roombas the best robot vacuums?

Though Roombas are really good robot vacuums, they aren’t the only good robot vacuums.

iRobot dominated the robot vacuum realm from the early 2000s up until a few years ago, so it’s no surprise that much of the general public forgets that “Roomba” isn’t simply a generic term for any robotic vacuum.

But Roombas officially aren’t in a league of their own anymore: You can’t even Google “Roomba” without a question involving Shark robot vacuums popping up, and other brands like Roborock and Eufy have entered the chat with a fury. And I’m here to put some respect on their names.

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I’m regularly testing the top robot vacuums at multiple price points and comparing them to top performers from previous years, with all of my evaluations taking place in my own home on various rugs, tile, and hardwood floors. During the testing of each robot vacuum, I keep notes on how they stack up based on criteria like overall suction power and scrubbing efficiency (if that robot vacuum is one that also mops, which is seen more often than not nowadays), self-maintenance features like self-emptying or self-washing and -drying mopping pads, smart mapping to specific rooms and navigation around obstacles, and the overall experience of having that robot vacuum live in my home.

I’ve narrowed down your shopping list to five top options. Here are the best robot vacuums for every home and budget in 2024:

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