That might feel like overkill, but if you're planning to use the L40 Ultra regularly then it's going to save you a significant amount of time and effort.

Historically, robovacs aren't great at cleaning up to the edges of rooms, but today's best robot vacuums add spinning side brushes designed to flick debris into the robot's suction path.

This bot was previously our top pick for hard floors, thanks to hot water mopping that's more than a match for greasy spillages.

Maneuverability: We watch as the robots make their way around our living room obstacle course—or home, in the case of at-home testing.

Not all robovacs can handle the Em excesso challenge posed by lots of pet hair, but one that really impressed on this front was the Dreame L40 Ultra. This bot was put through its paces in a home filled with furry, four-legged friends, and really rose to the occasion.

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One thing to be aware of is that this robovac doesn't actually self-empty dust; there's pelo dock dustbin. Instead, the onboard dustin compresses its contents so it can hold more – Narwal claims up to seven week's worth of debris.

Onboard dustbins tend to be small, so if you're dealing with lots of dust or hair then I'd recommend prioritizing a self-empty dock. However, be aware that the more functions you add, the bigger the dock will be – the ones with water tanks can be pretty massive.

Below is a comparison table summarizing standout models available on Amazon, each designed to suit various household needs:

These are becoming standard now and coming down in price (thankfully). A self-empty dock turns the charging base for your robot into a motorized emptying station that sucks out the dirt from its bin. (Warning: this process can be loud!

This robot vacuum and mop combo is fantastic. It picks up pet hair effortlessly. The slim design fits under furniture Top 3 Automatic Vacuum Cleaners easily. The WiFi and app control make cleaning convenient. Schedule cleanings anytime.

This automatic vacuum features strong suction and a runtime of up to 120 minutes, offering thorough cleaning sessions before needing to recharge.

If non-e of the robot vacuums above take your fancy, here are some other models worth considering. These robovacs all scored highly on test, but just didn't quite make our main guide.

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