Homes with pet hair on carpets
If hair gets caught in carpet fibres, compare test results on carpets and check how easy it is to access the brush for regular cleaning. Que Choisir’s test protocol distinguishes between fibres and floor coverings.
Who is this guide for ?
Homes with a mix of floor types
If your robot needs to move between hard floors and carpets and clean several rooms, consider your floor coverings, no-go zones and the thresholds in your home. Que Choisir notes that results vary depending on the floor type.
Homes looking to cut down on certain maintenance tasks
A docking station or mopping function can change the maintenance tasks you need to do, but won’t eliminate them all. Que Choisir’s tests and Les Numériques’ comparisons can also help you assess a model’s features and maintenance requirements.
What should you look for ?
Que Choisir’s tests report results separately for different floor types, so compare carpet pick-up, hard-floor cleaning and brush maintenance individually.
| What matters | What to check | Who prioritises it most |
|---|---|---|
| Pet hair and brush maintenance | Test results on fibres and carpets; access to the brush and how to clean it. | If hair builds up on my carpets, I want to check how well it’s picked up and make sure I can clean the brush easily. Around 31 % of consumers rank this as their top concern. |
| Carpets and thresholds | Results by floor type; how the robot’s threshold-crossing ability compares with the thresholds in your home. | Where rooms are separated by thresholds, I want to know whether the robot can reach the carpets and areas that need cleaning. This is a priority for around 25 % of consumers. |
| Navigation and app | Zone settings available on the specific model; account requirements and information about data. | If rooms have different floor coverings, I want to be able to organise cleaning by room. Around 19 % of consumers prioritise zone management and scheduling. |
| Maintenance and repairability | The model’s repairability index; part references, consumables and maintenance tasks. | To reduce frequent emptying while still being able to maintain the appliance, I also check which parts are available and what maintenance is required. Around 13 % of consumers rank this as their top concern. |
| Mopping hard floors | Mopping test results; how carpets are handled and how to maintain the mopping components. | If my hard floors also need wet cleaning, I want to know what mopping can do and how carpets are protected. Around 12 % of consumers prioritise this need. |
Pitfalls to avoid
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Assuming the advertised power proves how well it cleans carpets
A power rating alone can’t tell you how well a vacuum picks up fibres embedded in a carpet. Que Choisir’s test protocol assesses fibres, dust and debris, as well as different floor types.
Compare tests that cover carpets and fibres, then check how the brush can be removed and cleaned.
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Assuming mopping replaces a mop on every floor
Que Choisir’s tests show that mopping systems don’t all deliver the same results. Carpet vacuuming and hard-floor mopping meet different needs.
Look at mopping results separately and check how the robot avoids wetting carpets. You’ll also need to maintain the mop pads or other mopping components.
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Confusing a docking station with zero maintenance
A docking station can take care of some tasks, but you’ll still need to deal with its waste, tanks or mopping components, depending on the model.
Before choosing, check which consumables you’ll need and what maintenance is recommended for the exact model.
Depending on the station, you may also need to replace bags or other consumables and clean the tanks.
Brands to consider
Roborock
The Qrevo Edge and Qrevo Edge S5A models illustrate set-ups that combine brushes advertised as anti-tangle, mopping and a docking station.
- Roborock describes these features for specific models.
- Advertised features alone don’t prove how well a model will clean carpets in your home. Check the differences between variants before comparing their features.
Dreame
For the L40 Ultra AE, Dreame lists a TriCut brush and carpet-cleaning strategies.
- This information describes features advertised for the L40 Ultra AE.
- It isn’t an independent comparative assessment and doesn’t automatically apply to other L40 variants.
Ecovacs
The DEEBOT T30e OMNI product page mentions anti-tangle brushes, mapping and a maintenance station.
- Ecovacs reports a tangle-free test result using dry hair under 25 cm long.
- This manufacturer test doesn’t prove that the same results will be achieved with all pet hair in a home.
Rowenta
The X-Plorer range includes models with docking stations, as well as models labelled Animal & Allergie.
- Rowenta displays the repairability index for several models and offers a parts search by model.
- Check the rating and available parts for the exact model: a feature listed for a range doesn’t apply to every model.
iRobot
The Roomba Plus 415 Combo is an example of a robot that combines vacuuming and mopping.
- In a French test, Frandroid reports that the model removed most of a dog’s hair from an entrance mat.
- This observation relates to one unit in a specific setting; the review also criticises its navigation and doesn’t guarantee the same results on every carpet.
Robot vacuums available on Joybuy
These models cover different recurring maintenance needs for mixed flooring, including zone management, brushes advertised as anti-tangle, mopping and docking stations. A robot is designed for accessible floors and won’t replace every manual cleaning task.
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Roborock Q7 L5+
Its mapping and zone settings may suit you if you want to organise cleaning between rooms.
The product page lists 8 000 Pa suction power, a dual anti-tangle system, LiDAR navigation, a mopping function and auto-emptying.
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Eureka J15 Pro Ultra
This model may appeal to households looking to combine vacuuming and mopping with several docking station features.
The product page lists 16 200 Pa suction power, FlexiRazor anti-tangle technology and a station that’s described as emptying the dustbin, washing the mop pads in hot water at 75 °C and drying them.
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Roborock Qrevo S5V White
The docking station and anti-tangle system may help reduce some maintenance tasks, but you’ll need to check how it handles carpets carefully.
The product page lists 12 000 Pa suction power, FlexiArm mop pads and hot-air drying. Mopping isn’t recommended on long-pile carpets; no-go zones are recommended for thick rugs.
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Ecovacs DEEBOT X9 PRO Omni
The station’s features may suit you if you want to automate some of the maintenance for the dustbin and mop pads. Make sure you have a suitable space for it.
The product page lists 16 600 Pa suction power, ZeroTangle 3.0 and an all-in-one station that washes the mop pads in hot water and dries them with hot air. The collection station must not be placed on a carpet.
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Lefant M2L Plus
Multi-floor mapping and room-by-room settings can be useful for organising cleaning in a home with several different areas.
The title lists LiDAR navigation, 6 000 Pa suction power, auto-emptying for up to 75 days, a 130-minute runtime and compatibility with 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi.
Frequently asked questions
Is the advertised suction power enough to choose a robot vacuum for a home with pets ?
No. It isn’t enough to assess how well a robot picks up pet hair from a carpet. Also compare tests on embedded fibres and check how easy the brush is to clean; Que Choisir’s test protocol assesses several types of dirt and floor covering separately.
How should I prepare my home before starting a cycle ?
Identify your carpets, no-go zones and thresholds, then check the settings and capabilities of your chosen model against your home. Mapping alone doesn’t prove that the robot will cross a particular threshold.
Does a docking station eliminate robot maintenance ?
No. A docking station can take care of some tasks, but you’ll still need to deal with its waste, tanks and mopping components, depending on the model. Check the consumables and maintenance instructions too.
How can I check repairability before buying a new appliance in France ?
For the relevant vacuum cleaners sold as part of a commercial activity in France, the repairability index provides information about the model’s characteristics; the decree of 22 April 2022 sets out the criteria that apply to robot vacuums. Check the score and its breakdown, then look for parts for the exact model: a score doesn’t guarantee that a part is immediately available.
How do you update a DEEBOT covered by Ecovacs’ support procedure ?
Ecovacs’ procedure, published in 2024, asks you to place the DEEBOT on charge, connect it to ECOVACS HOME and Wi-Fi, then open the update control in the app. It describes a procedure, not the length of software support for every model.