Best Robot Vacuum Cleaner For Pet Hair

If you have pets, you'll must find a robotic vacuum cleaner that can keep up. This list contains the top robot vacuums that have features like self-emptying bins, smart scheduling, and more.

Find a model that has a a real-time hazard avoidance feature that will allow you to avoid hitting objects in your house. Other factors to consider are cleaning performance as well as maps and noise levels.

1. iRobot Roomba j7+ self-emptying robot vacuum

Robot vacuums are great time-saving devices however, Robot Vacuum Cleaner For Pet Hair they can get into trouble when a toy or cord gets stuck in the wheels. If this happens, the machine turns off. iRobot Combo J7+, however, attempts to prevent that, making it our first robot to mop. It's the best in its class when it comes to cleaning and navigating through various kinds of flooring.

The j7+'s navigation system utilizes a front-facing camera as well as lasers to help it detect things like furniture legs or power cords that may hinder its route. It also identifies surface types and helps it decide the best cleaning method for each surface. This means that it will perform better for different floor types, including pet hair and other debris that tends to stick to low-pile carpet.

In our tests the j7+ did an excellent job on bare floors and picked up 97.3 percent of a Cheerios-strewn floor, beating out the Roborock S4 Max and Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid, but not quite reaching their ideal cereal pickup scores. It also did a great job on low-pile however, it had a difficult time with high-pile, and tended to merely skim across the floor.

The j7+ is a dock-based robot vacuum. Unlike other robot vacuums that empty at the base the j7+ can empty itself. You can set a schedule to automatically empty or initiate an empty with a single press of a button. iRobot has also made the dock smaller and more compact that opens up more spaces in your home where you can keep it in between cleaning.

The j7+ is priced higher than the Roomba i4 vacuum alone but it has lots of additional functionality. It's the most efficient robot we've seen at avoiding obstacles, and it comes with superior brushes, edge-sweeping mops as well as dual multi-surface rubber brushes and more efficient navigation. It's also backed by the iRobot Pet Owner Official promise that the company will replace any units that fail to keep solid pet waste out of the way. We believe that the j7+ is well worth the extra cost, particularly when you have pets and have a busy or cluttered living situation.

2. Eufy RoboVac Hybrid X8

The sleek RoboVac X8 Hybrid ticks all of the boxes needed for a robot cleaner. It is a great battery-life option and is programmable to clean in accordance with a schedule and also has improved intelligence thanks to multiple maps and LIDAR scanning. It can mop hardwood floors, and its twin-turbine technology automatically adjusts the suction according to the surface type.

Compared to the company's previous robot vacuums an upgrade in terms of design and features. Although it's similar to other robots on the market (round and a bit shallow) it has elegant bronze accents that give it a luxurious look.

The X8 is simple to use and has an app that is well-designed for iOS and Android devices. The interface is clear and well-performing, making it easy to navigate and makes it enjoyable to use both day-in and day-out. It is unique in its features such as the ability to block off areas that you don't want to clean. You can also share it with anyone within your home's map by just pressing.

You can manually turn it on by pressing the large play button or you can set up a specific space or zone using an intuitive box system. If you prefer, you can use voice control with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. The mopping pad is not included however, you can purchase microfiber cloths and a small water bottle to go with the device.

As for the cleaning, it was a delight to see how quickly the X8 could pick up dirt and pet hair from hard floors. It also did an excellent job on carpets with high piles and unfinished floors, making it a very versatile all-rounder. The roller brush can become blocked by hair. A quick lift of the comb and a cut with scissors will take care of this.

The X8 comes with a two-year warranty as well as a convenient charging dock. It takes approximately four hours to fully charge, and the indicator light is easy to read as it changes from solid blue to flashing orange when its power is low.

3. ILIFE Pro V3

The ILIFE V3s Pro is a robot vacuum cleaner that keeps an eye on hair from pets. It features tangle-free suction that avoids the brushes that can easily clog with clumps of hair, ensuring your pet's fur doesn't get trapped within the machine and is effectively removed from the floor. The V3s Pro is also slim and auto-charges, adding layers of convenience to its already impressive set of features.

The V3s Pro's tangle-free suction has earned it the top score in our tests, and it was able to collect all the pet hair we put on a hardwood floor, without getting caught or tangled in the machine. It was able to pick-up some of the larger pieces of hair I placed on the floor that other machines could not. The ILIFE V3s Pro is also extremely adept at maneuvering through tiny spaces. Its low profile allows it to easily move under sofas and beds.

It's not without faults. Like many budget robot vacuums that are available, the V3s Pro isn't capable of collecting debris from carpets or high-pile rugs. It's only able to get close to a knot of rugs and hairs before they are sucked up and its side brushes and suction weren't powerful enough to break up chunks of mud that have been stepped on.

The ILIFE V3s Pro robot vacuum is an excellent choice for those looking for a pet-friendly, budget-friendly option. Its battery can last for two hours, and it is possible to program it to clean while you are away from home. It has a large dustbin of 300ml that can store more dirt than Roomba 675, and doesn't have to be empty as often. Plus, it is compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant integration, making it much easier to use. If you'd like to give it a shot, you can buy the ILIFE V3s Pro on Amazon for $160. It's a basic vac, but it has more than 11,000 five-star reviews, so it's clearly doing something right.

4. Deebot X2 Omni

The X2 Omni is more than just outstanding cleaning performance. It also boasts innovative navigation features that make it one of the most intelligent robot automatic vacuum for pet hair cleaners designed for pet hair. With an integrated dual-laser LiDAR navigation system (similar to the technology used in self-driving cars) the X2 Omni can create a 3D map of its surroundings, allowing it to better navigate around obstacles and provide a thorough coverage. The X2 Omni, thanks to its True Detect 3D technology 2.0, can also detect pet waste or phones charging within its range and move accordingly.

Deebot X2 Omni allows you to clean your hardwood and carpet floors simultaneously, giving you a choice between powerful vacuums and a quick mop based on your preference. In addition the X2 Omni is able to also mop while vacuuming, Robot Vacuum Cleaner For Pet Hair or vacuum first, then mop, giving you maximum flexibility in your floor-cleaning.

Another useful feature that isn't often seen in robotic vacuums is the capacity to set up no-go zones. This lets you stop your robot from accessing certain areas of your home. Whether it's the kids' bedroom or your dog's favourite spot to nap, you can use the X2 Omni application to create virtual boundaries around these spaces and ensure that your robovac only concentrates on the areas you'd like cleaned.

If you prefer to control your robovac with your hands, the updated YIKO voice assistant is able to accept commands such as "talkback", command adjustments like "move forward and clean there", and advanced schedule commands, such as'schedule every Saturday at 10am'. It is also compatible with third-party smart hubs, such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant making it easy to integrate your existing system.

There are cheaper alternatives that provide decent cleaning performance and smart navigation. The $399 Deebot Neo is a basic vacuum cleaner with no navigational capabilities. The T20 Omni is on the other hand, does not have mapping smarts and is a cheaper alternative for those who want to clean floors.