Best Robot Vacuum For Pet Hair
The best robot vacuum cleaner for pet hair must have a powerful suction, and brushes that don’t tangle hair of pets. It should also have a sophisticated application that can create zones that are not allowed to be used.
In my tests, the iRobot J7+ got the top marks for picking up hairs of dogs and cats on hardwood flooring. It also has an obstacle avoidance feature which can supposedly detect socks and cords.
1. Eufy RoboVac G30
A relative newcomer to the robot vacuum market, Eufy has gotten good reviews for its slim designs that can slide under low furniture. The G30 is slightly larger than the 11S model, but is still incredibly slim, and it has more suction power and a mopping function into an overall package that’s less than three inches high. It also comes with a charging base nook that keeps the charging base hidden when it’s not being used.
The G30 runs the same application as many of Eufy’s other robotic devices. It’s a basic app in comparison to its more expensive competitors however it does have a few useful functions. You can share the control of the G30 by tapping the Settings menu. The robot can play a loud song to assist you in finding it. This is useful if the OKP 2500Pa Robot Vacuum: Powerful Alexa Compatible gets stuck in a sofa or runs out of the room.
One of the most important things to consider when selecting the best robot vacuum is its capacity to remove pet hair. The G30 did a great job in this regard, taking both long and short cat and dog hairs from our test floor. It even sucked up clumps of dried cat food that the earlier Roomba 675 struggled with.
The G30 has two options to perform more specific cleaning tasks, Spot and Edge. The second allows you to draw a box around an area of the floor which the robot will vacuum in for up to two minutes. The former does the same, but stops for a few seconds to prevent overcrowding the dustbin.
Like most robotic vacuums, the G30 creates a map when it cleans and saves it in its memory. But it doesn’t offer any other smart navigation capabilities, such as room labeling or establishing virtual no-go zones. The app lets you create boundary strips, however they’re more like suggestions than solid boundaries. The G30 is a sophisticated and powerful robot vacuum that comes at a price that is affordable.
2. Neato D9
The Neato D9 is a robot vacuum cleaner with a larger brush, a better dust bin, and smart LIDAR mapping that is able to efficiently clean corners. It also comes with sensors built-in and an automatic docking station which performs charging functions to keep the robot in good working order at all times.
The D9 is an upgrade to the D8, which offers twice the runtime and improved mapping. It also has a multi-surface brush that is more sophisticated and a high-performance filtration system that can capture finer particles, such as pet fur as well as other particles, that standard filters cannot.
In our lab tests, the D9 did very well on both carpets and hard floors. It also had the longest battery life, which let it to cover a large area before needing a recharge. The D9 does not have a remote control however it can be operated manually by pressing the power button, or through the MyNeato App (available on Android and iOS) or by using voice commands with Alexa or Google Assistant.
The D9’s onboard LIDAR helps the Linsar Robot Vacuum: 2-in-1 with Powerful Suction to map your home’s layout and then approach cleaning in a systematic manner that is free of obstacles, which can help it clean more thoroughly. However, its size may hinder it from getting under some tables and chairs, so it’s not the ideal choice for homes with precious antiques or collectables. It can also climb up lamp bases or chair legs which could cause damage to the furniture or cause it to fall.
The D9 as with the other models in this series, has a wide brush that is able to pick up dirt at the corners of rooms. It also comes with a Turbo mode to remove large amounts of dirt and pet fur on carpets. In our tests, the D9 proved to be very efficient on hard floors and did a great job at picking up pet hair on carpets and bare floors. The D9 also has a HEPA allergy filter to remove fine particulates that can cause asthma and allergies. The D9 is very simple to set up and use, using the MyNeato app, which makes it easy to create Zones that are targeted at problematic areas, like crumbs under the table, or No-Go zones that limit the space that the robot can go, such as narrow hallways.
3. iLife V3s Pro
The iLife V3s Pro robot vacuum is among the most effective for pet hair on hard flooring. It can also navigate stairs and other obstacles. It comes with mopping capabilities. Its slim design allows it to be easily tucked under furniture, allowing it to reach the dirt and hair of pets in hard-to-reach places. The automatic self-charging function saves time when the battery is low. It will return to its dock. It can be controlled using an app or by using the remote control.
iLife V3s Pro has many of the same features of the more expensive models, but is priced less than half. It can clean stone, low-pile flooring and a variety hardwood and tile surfaces. It can be programmed daily to clean on a schedule, and will continue doing this even if you’re away from home. Smart sensors will stop it from falling and scratching furniture legs. Its elegant pearl white finish blends well with a wide range of styles. It is low enough to be able to fit under sofas and beds.
The motor it uses may not have the same power as the higher-end models, but it works quickly to remove pet hairs and other particles from hard surfaces. The V3s Pro can also be programmed to clean the kitchen, bathroom or other rooms on a regular basis.
While it doesn’t come with a rotating brush, the V3s Pro has a 3-inch suction opening that funnels debris into the dustbin. Three-spoke brushes are placed on either side of the opening to loosen up crumbs and other particles before being swept away.
The iLife V3s Pro’s cleaning efficiency is comparable to that of the Roomba 980 from iRobot and the Eufy RoboVac 11. In comparing the results of its lab tests with other robot vacuums with similar specifications they were in the middle. It completed a single set of tests in one hour, 31 minutes and 1 second, which is a bit slower than the iRobot Roomba and the Shark Ion R85. It was able to wash pet hair and other debris from bare floors but struggled on high-pile carpeting that was thick or rugs.
4. Deebot X2 Omni
Although the X2 Omni isn’t the newest robot mop and vacuum from Ecovacs, it is still one of the top models you can buy to clean pet hair. This robot is designed to clean floors and carpets, using rotating washing pads that are soaked in hot water at 131 degrees to help the mop get rid of pet hair and dirt. This feature is unique and makes the Deebot stand apart from other robots.
The robot is also adept at avoiding obstacles. When tested it was able to avoid furniture legs, pet toys, and even poop that was placed in its path. Additionally, the X2 Omni’s ability to avoid obstacles is tracked by its built-in security camera, giving you the complete hands-free experience.
Owners appreciate the user-friendly interface and performance, despite being more expensive than the iRobot Roomba j7: Smart Mapping Vacuum Cleaner Combo j7+. The only drawback to the X2 is that it needs an internet connection to function, which can be a problem for some households.
The X2 Omni is very easy to set up. It comes with mopping pads and the side brush already installed, making it a plug-and play device. It’s also among the quietest robot vacuums that we have tested and operates at a low noise level when in use.
The OMNI station is a key feature of the Omni. The OMNI station is another key feature of the Omni. The docking system is unique in that it automatically stores dust, allergens and debris for up to 60 days. It also washes and replenishes the mop’s water supply to be ready for your next cleaning task. This ensures that the mop is always clean and fresh surfaces to work on, and also prevents the growth of bacteria.
Additionally, the X2 Omni also features a revamped YIKO 2.0 voice control that allows you to give commands to the robot such as, “move forward and clean there” or advanced schedules. It also has an 960p camera that you can turn on via the app at any point to keep an eye on the house.