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Stain Scores and Streaks: How We Developed a Better Mopping Test

Robot Vacuum Mops Evaluations Review

Weโ€™ve been a bit obsessed lately with finding a reliable way to objectively test and score robot vacuum mop combos and upright electric mops. While we do evaluate how well these machines tackle stains, weโ€™ve also realized the need to measure water usageโ€”since using too much water may lead to streaks on your floors or possibly leave messes behind. So in this review, we are taking this challenge head on; explaining why water usage matters, walking you through our new testing methods, and revealing how these findings have changed our rankings and overall methodology!

Roborock Qrevo Edge Review – Our New Best Pick

Roborock Qrevo Edge

Welcome to Vacuum Wars and to our review of the Roborock Qrevo Edge. It’s the newer robot vacuum model from Roborock that has almost identical features to their flagship model, the Roborock Qrevo Curv. In fact, other than the lack of a curvy dock,ย  we canโ€™t find many differences at all between the Edge and the Curvโ€”except for one very important difference, which I think gives the Edge the edge.

Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra vs Dreame X40 Master – Battle of the Plumbots

Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra vs Dreame X40 Master ยฉVacuum Wars

Welcome to Vacuum Wars, where we take an in-depth look at two of the most advanced robot vacuum mop combos on the market: the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra and the Dreame X40 Master. Both of these “plumbots” boast plumbing-integrated water refill and drainage systems, bringing us closer to fully automated floor care. Over the past few weeks, weโ€™ve tested these models extensively. Letโ€™s dive into the results and see which one came out on top.

Shark PowerDetect Nevertouch Pro Review

Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro in the Vacuum Wars studio ยฉVacuum Wars

Welcome to Vacuum Wars and to our review of the Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Pro, Sharkโ€™s first robot vacuum with automatic mop washing and refilling. We bought one and tested it for several weeks, and though itโ€™s packed with some innovative featuresโ€”and it may be one of Sharkโ€™s best yetโ€”it does have some significant drawbacks as well. In this article, weโ€™ll go over the pros and cons and reveal if itโ€™s right for your situation and if it made the Vacuum Wars Top 20 Robot Vacuum list.

Shark Stratos HZ3002 Ultralight Corded Stick Vacuum Review

Shark Stratos Corded Stick Vacuum

Today we are diving into the Shark Stratos HZ3002 Ultralight Corded Stick Vacuum, a midrange model that has become a best-seller for Shark. We bought one and thoroughly tested this vacuum to evaluate its performance and unique features. In this review, we’ll discuss the pros and cons, providing you with all the information you need to decide if this vacuum is the right choice for you.

Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum Review

Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum ยฉVacuum Wars

Welcome to Vacuum Wars and to our review of the Shark Power Detect Robot Vacuum. This latest offering from Shark comes with several all-new features. We bought one and put it through all kinds of tests over the past few weeks, and in this review, weโ€™ll go over the pros and cons. At the end, weโ€™ll reveal if the Shark Power Detect made the Vacuum Wars Top 20 Best Robot Vacuum list.

Ecovacs Deebot N20 Plus Review: The Best Budget Robot Vacuum of 2024

Ecovacs Deebot N20 Plus Robot Vacuum Review

Itโ€™s time to dive deep into the Ecovacs Deebot N20 Plus โ€“ a bagless robot vacuum and mop combo that’s turning heads for its impressive features at an unbeatable price. It even clinched our Vacuum Wars Best Budget Robot Vacuum spot for late 2024. We purchased ours and put it extensive testing over the past few weeks, and in this review, weโ€™ll go over all its pros and cons.

Narwal Freo Z Ultra Review – Award-Winning Obstacle Avoidance and Pet Features

Narwal Freo Z Ultra review ยฉVacuum Wars

The Narwal Freo Z Ultra Robot Vacuum, Narwalโ€™s latest flagship model, introduces game-changing innovations that earned it two major Vacuum Wars awards in late 2024 and rocketed to the top five in our Best Robot Vacuums list. This advanced robot vacuum and mop combo features a fully equipped auto-empty station that not only handles debris but also washes and dries its mop pads. Despite its premium features, the Narwal Freo Z Ultra is reasonably priced for a flagship model of this caliber. After purchasing the device and conducting extensive evaluations over the past few weeks, weโ€™re excited to share its pros and cons in this review.

Christopher White

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Christopher White is the CEO of Vacuum Wars, the premier YouTube channel dedicated to vacuum cleaner reviews. Over the past eight years, Vacuum Wars has become a trusted resource, meticulously reviewing hundreds of robot vacuums, cordless vacuums, carpet cleaners, and various floor care products. Known for their comprehensive in-house testing, Vacuum Wars has built one of the most extensive databases of vacuum cleaner metrics available. Under Christopherโ€™s leadership, the channel has maintained a strict no-sponsorship policy, ensuring that all reviews remain unbiased and trustworthy. This dedication to integrity has garnered a loyal following of over 300,000 subscribers who rely on their expert advice. Christopher is also a recognized authority on robot vacuums, boasting one of the largest private collections of these devices worldwide. Learn more.

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