The best robot vacuum and mop hybrids, because if you don't like vacuuming, you definitely hate mopping

Are mopping robots worth it?

A mopping robot's value is pretty indisputable if it'll do the wet scrubbing that you yourself aren't about to do.

Think about the last time you pulled your mop out of the dark, dark place where it's kept. That's a trick question — most of us don't even have that memory. The mop and bucket is a logistical headache, and constantly tossing out Swiffer pads feels wasteful. If you're going to pay to take the tedious motion of vacuuming off of your to-do list, you may as well let the same bot finish the job with a nice sparkle.

What to look for in a robot vacuum mop combo

This really depends on your lifestyle and the budget you’re looking to stick with. Whether you’re looking for something that will tackle big messes with ease, or something that you can set and forget, there are a few key factors to keep in mind:

Battery life: If you’re hoping to swap your mop and bucket for a hybrid robot vacuum, the device you choose should have the battery life to cover your entire surface area, with enough juice left in the tank to seal the hard floors with a wet polish. A 100-minute battery life should be sufficient for most apartments, or if most of your cleaning will be done on a room-by-room basis. Battery life of 170 to 200 minutes isn't hard to find and would be ideal for square footage over 1,500. Most robot vacuums recharge on their own and automatically resume cleaning.