Robot mops take over basic floor cleaning to give you more free time for the activities you enjoy. With a robo-mop, you can program a cleaning schedule that runs while you’re at the office or running errands. You can even run a programmable map while you sleep.

A robot mop can work for wood, tile, linoleum or other hard flooring, but not every model is designed for all types of floors. So, when seeking out the best robot mop for you, consider filtering results by floor type. For example, you may want a robot mop for ceramic tile or a robot mop for hardwood floors.

The best robot mops are also compact enough to reach under most furniture, making them the perfect machines for routine cleaning. If you want to undertake a deep clean of your floors, you could also invest in a steam mop to remove stains and sanitize hard surfaces or a carpet cleaner for carpeted floors.

For the widest range of features, you can combine your robot mop with a robot vacuum. A robot mop and vacuum can cover the basic needs of all floor types within your home. When choosing the best robot vacuum and mop for you, consider the programming options of the device, the floor types it can handle and whether it includes convenient features like self-emptying and self-docking.

When setting up the cleaning schedule for your robot vacuum and mop, set up the map of your home thoroughly so that your new device does not get stuck under furniture or tumble down the stairs.

You can treat yourself to top tech this holiday with a robot vacuum and mop combo or it can also be a great housewarming present. It’s also among the tech devices that can get you through busy social times of year, cleaning up for events or after get-togethers.