Ive tested 20+ robot vacuums and these are the only ones Id buy in 2025
I tested dozens of bots to find the best robot vacuums for carpet, hard floors, and pet hair. Compare the top models from iRobot, Shark, and Eufy.
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? The best robot vacuums patrol your home to clear away dust, debris, and sometimes even stains on hard floors — no elbow grease required.
And after testing 20+ robot vacuums (my home is very clean), I'm ready to name the top robovacs from brands like iRobot, Eufy, Shark, and Roborock.
Are Roombas the best robot vacuums?
Though some 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 aren't to be ignored. I'm here to put some respect on their names.
I'm regularly testing the top robot vacuums at multiple price points and comparing them to top performers from previous years, with all my evaluations taking place in my own home on various rugs, tile, and hardwood floors. As I test each robot vacuum, I keep notes on their overall suction power, scrubbing efficiency (if it's a hybrid robot vacuum and mop), pet hair cleaning, self-emptying and self-washing mopping pads, smart mapping and navigation, obstacle avoidance, and the overall user experience.
After all that testing, I've narrowed down your shopping list to six options, all of which I've put to the test personally. Here are the best robot vacuums for every home and budget so far in 2025.
(While each vacuum's retail price is listed by default, I've also noted the most common sale price. And yes, robot vacuum deals can be found throughout the year — not just during a shopping holiday like Black Friday.)
UPDATE: Apr. 27, 2025, 5:00 a.m. EDT I'm currently testing the Roborock Saros 10 and Saros Z70 first announced at CES 2025, as well as a slew of new Roombas announced in March. If I find any solid new contenders, this guide will be updated accordingly.
