Best Self-Expelling Robot Vacuum For Pet Hair

Selecting a proscenic X1 robot vacuum: Ultimate self-emptying technology vacuum for pet hair isn't a one-size-fits-all choice. Consider how much you want to spend on a model and what features are most important to your home.

The intelligent Roomba J7+, for instance, is guaranteed to avoid solid dog waste due to its advanced obstacle detection. It detects everyday objects like socks and cords and then steers them away. It also works well on floors with carpets and no flooring.

1. iRobot Roomba 900

The iRobot Roomba 900 is the most recent version of this popular robot vacuum. It comes with many of the same features of the most popular models, but with a a slightly lower price tag. Its smart technology and intuitive navigation make it one of the top robot vacuums designed for pet hair. The Roomba 900 is easy to control using a smartphone app and can also be activated via voice with Alexa or Google Assistant.

Like other iRobot robots like the Roomba 900, the Roomba 900 uses advanced dirt detection and iAdapt 2.0 navigation to methodically clean up an area with cleaner lines and less bumping when compared to previous models. The 900 series has dual counter-rotating Tangle-Free Extractors to cut down on hair tangles. It can navigate between furniture and other items thanks to a low profile design, and it can even be programmed to return to its charging dock to recharge and then resume cleaning until the job is completed. It is also able to be scheduled via the iRobot HOME app and has a longer run time at 120 minutes than other robots.

Another amazing feature of the iRobot Roomba is its virtual walls that allow you to block off areas of your home where you don't want the robot to move. This will stop the Roomba from straying into your bedroom or other areas where you don't want it be. It can also be connected with iRobot's Mopping Bots to automatically program them to mop after the Roomba completes vacuuming.

iRobot's newest series of robots, the Roomba 980 and 960 are the newest models in the company's flagship line. The 960 is a slightly less expensive version of the 980, however it comes with many of the same features. It is a great option for those with an unmixed home that has both carpet and floors. The only difference between the two models is that the 980 comes with some extra features like the virtual wall beacon and carpet boost. However, this might not be worth it to most people. The 960 is the better choice for the rest.

2. Eufy Robovac X

The Eufy Robovac X, the flagship model of eufy’s robot vacuum line, is positioned over models like the eufy G20 or eufy RoboVac 15C. It features advanced automation capabilities, a more powerful battery and an improved performance across a wider range surfaces. It also feels better built and has an advanced mapping system that lets you create virtual boundary lines and specific cleaning zones.

The sleek Robovac X is a great choice for the floor, picking up pet fur and other particles. Its technology and navigation allow it to navigate around your home efficiently and avoid any obstacles. It can even store multiple maps, letting you change between them based on the floor of your home it is currently cleaning. This model also offers a spot clean function that thoroughly cleans an area of 4.9 feet x 4.9 feet area. It's ideal for spills with a sudden onset or pet hair buildup.

Despite the Robovac x's excellent performance on floors that are not bare it was unable to maneuver during our tests, especially when it was attempting to climb onto rugs. It slammed into obstacles such as its charging dock and electric cords. It also had a difficult time maneuvering around high-pile carpets. It's important to clear up any stray objects that are on the floor prior to using your robot vacuum, as they can cause it to become stuck or get caught in them.

The eufy Robovac, like other eufy robot vacuums features two turbines that can produce up to 2,000 pacals of suction. This is a great amount for a robotic vacuum. Its BoostIQ technology automatically boosts power for 1.5 seconds when it is able to tell it's having trouble with difficult-to-suck particles such as pet hair or large pieces of crumbs.

Another nice feature of the sleek Robovac is that you can identify it in the app. You can also design an appointment so that the vacuum will sweep your home at a time that is convenient for your schedule. You can also set up boundaries or no-go zones within the app that is a helpful feature that isn't available on many competitor robot vacuums. This model comes with the ability to charge as well as a cleaning tool, and a replacement filter.

3. Shark DuoClean Robotic Vacuum

Shark has made a name for itself in the vacuum industry, with powerful uprights that can give the big dogs like Dyson a run for their money. Shark has now branched out to robot vacuums, and the DuoClean is a solid entry. It performed well in CR’s tests and was able to remove pet hair and cereal on both soft and hard flooring.

Its best robot vacuum for hair feature is the Lift-Away mode, which lets you remove the main body of the vac from its base and make it a handheld vac for car interiors and stairs. Once you're finished, just return it back to its base. This lets you quickly get rid of pet hair and food crumbs. It also allows you to reach areas where a standard vacuum might get stuck.

Another excellent feature is the LIDAR mapping sensor, which helps define the entire floor area while it's cleaning so that it can avoid obstacles and effectively clean every area of the room. You can also make use of the app to create zones that prohibit the vacuum from entering rooms where furniture or other items could be knocked over.

The vacuum comes with two additional accessories to make it a complete package which include a crevice tool and a Pet Power Brush. The second uses the airflow from the vacuum to spin a rubber-finned brush that is less likely become clogged by long hairs than a standard toothbrush. This is a great addition, but one of our testers noticed that the pet-specific cleaning mode was not as effective as regular hard floor and carpet modes.

The price for this model is quite high at $649. However, you can save money by purchasing an older model for a fraction of that cost. BJ's Wholesale Club offers discounts on Shark robotic vacuums. You can also add an extended warranty to your purchase from Upsie if you are still concerned about the initial cost.

4. iRobot Roomba 990

This Roomba is the top-of-the-line iRobot vacuum, and it comes with an impressive list of features. It's also one of the most expensive models on our list but it provides the best cleaning performance in a robot we've tested to date. It was the most dominant model in 11 of 12 categories.

It is equipped with an impressive motor that can provide great suction, both on hardwood and carpet flooring. This is particularly useful for picking up pet fur. It can handle multiple floor surfaces easily and can climb stairs easily.

The large silver "CLEAN" button on the exterior Proscenic X1 Robot Vacuum: Ultimate Self-Emptying Technology of the Roomba 980 doubles as the power button and sends it into an automatic cleaning schedule. It can also be controlled manually via the iRobot Home app for iOS or Android, allowing you to plan and manage specific cleaning cycles, control suction boost for carpets (Clean + Carpet Boost), and request two cleaning passes to areas that require more attention.

There are many additional features that can help you manage your robot. Some of these are standard, Proscenic X1 Robot Vacuum: Ultimate Self-Emptying Technology while others are optional and come at an additional cost. You can set up a cleaning schedule to run on certain days of the weeks and create an invisible barrier that prevents it from entering any rooms you don't wish it to. This feature is useful for parents who don't want their robot to hit their children's toys, food or bowls.

You can also make use of the app to regulate your robot's sensitivity to debris and dust. You can set the sensor threshold to only pick up small particles, like small crumbs, and not larger objects. The robot can still detect these objects however they won't get stuck in the motor and they won't be thrown out of the vacuuming path.

The iRobot 980 is one of our most efficient cleaners, thanks to its excellent navigation and mapping technologies. It can keep track of the layout of your home. It is able to navigate complicated floor plans with ease and has a a battery life of around two hours per charge.