Best Robot Vacuums for Pet Hair in the UK

The iRobot Roomba 671 is a pretty well-rounded product. But we believe that the model owes most of its success to its precision. After all, robot vacuums are still considered to be more of a complementary piece to your regular vacuum as they simply aren't as good at cleaning. The technology has come a long way but a human being with a vacuum cleaner still beats an automatic vacuum any day of the week. And while we can't say that the model in question will be able to change this paradigm, it comes pretty darn close.

First, there's the Dirt Detect technology, a technology that, as you would infer from the name, excels at detecting dirt and grime, so you get a much more thorough cleaning job.

Of course, it's one thing to detect the dirt and the grime, but dealing with it is a whole different animal. That is where the company's very own 3-stage cleaning system comes in. It incorporates a dual multi-surface cleaning brush, an edge-sweeping brush, and vacuum suction. The system essentially attacks everything in its way, from some of the smaller particles to large debris. It works equally well with carpets and hard floors.

The iRobot Roomba 671 incorporates a full suite of intelligent sensors. These sensors guide the vacuum around and under your furniture. With their help, the Roomba 671 cleans your floors without getting stuck between the furniture.

The Eufy RoboVac 11c has quite a lot going for it. But what we liked most is probably the controls. Sure, you get your usual deal, with the ability to control the robot via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant's voice control options. There's also the remote control that you can use to manage the robot vacuum cleaner from a comfortable distance.

The possibility of downloading the company's application and controlling the robot through that application is nothing to write home about either since most robot vacuums will give you that opportunity.

But the app itself is certainly worth talking about. The EufyHome application impressed us with a couple of things. First is the straightforward interface that won't have you navigating through a bunch of unnecessary menus and tabs in order to find the necessary setting.

Using this app, you will be able to manually guide the robot if you want to and have full control over the cleaning process. One feature we liked in particular is the Find My Robot function. If you manage to lose sight of the RoboVac, just choose this option and the app will help you locate the robot.

If you're looking for a simple and affordable pet vacuum without all those extra frills, the iLife V3s Pro is a solid fit. Of course, it's not a fully-fledged vacuum for spring cleaning, yet it does its main job perfectly. It can give you extra help at removing dirt and pet hair around the house. The vac works especially great in small apartments with hardwood floors and a few rugs and carpets. The iLife V3 robot is a manoeuvrable vacuum that can easily get around obstacles. Unlike similar cleaners in its price range, it goes easily around table legs yet it's not able to reach 90-degree corners and conquer the largest transition between tile floors and hardwood floors. Besides just sucking up what's on the floor, this vac can also mop it. The trick is that it comes with a snap-on mopping attachment which can be secured to the bottom via Velcro. We would like to note that it's one of the few robot cleaners that offers an extra mopping function. The mop adds to the versatility and ease of use significantly.

With a handy remote, you can quickly select the setting you need. If you want to clean mainly around the edges, you can set the Edge mode, and the vac will pay particular attention to sucking in everything along the walls. In Auto mode, the robot starts in the middle of the room and continues cleaning until the battery almost runs out of power, and when it does, it docks itself automatically. The cleaner has an amazing battery life. The 2.600-mAh battery can last up to 90 minutes.

With regards to the frustrating features, there's one thing that did swing to us - a dustbin. Unlike its rivals, the iLife V3s Pro has it quite deep inside, under the pop-up flap, and to empty it you will need to fiddle with it a bit - pull it out by its handle, remove the lid, take the filter out, and dump its contents. Other than that, though, there is little to complain about and we can certainly say that the iLife V3s Pro is more than up to the task when it comes to collecting cat and dog hair.

If you're not looking for a complete substitution for a traditional vacuum cleaner, the ECOVACS DEEBOT N79S can be the best bet. It's a very affordable option that can reduce the effort needed for regular cleaning significantly. The DEEBOT N79S is an upgraded version of the popular DEEBOT N79. It features a Max Mode suction option which allows you to increase its suction power by 50% in 2 settings, Auto and Single Room cleaning. By the way, the Auto Cleaning mode is best suited for daily cleaning chores, while the Single Room mode is good for cleaning one specific room. All you need to do is enable the bot and close the door. Also, the vac has 2 additional modes: the Spot Cleaning mode and the Edge Cleaning mode. The Spot Cleaning setting isn't for daily cleaning but it's perfect for cleaning rooms with a high concentration of dirt. In this mode, the vac cleans in a spiral pattern to dig out stained dirt and pet dander. The Edge Cleaning mode is designed for removing dust and debris in the corners and along the walls. When the charge level drops low, the unit finds itself back to the charging station to start recharging. We would like to point out that the N79S has an air filtration system that captures tiny particles ejected into the air during cleaning.

If you are looking for a smart cleaning assistant, the Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac is your best option. First things first, the device is fitted with a number of cutting-edge technologies that make the cleaning process way easier. This vac easily connects to the Wi-Fi network, thus giving you the option to control it remotely. You will only need to download the Eufy app, which is compatible with both iOS and Android mobile platforms, and off you go to set up the run time and cleaning program you need. With this app, you can control the vac from anywhere and give it voice commands using the Google or Alexa assistant - handy when the vac is out of your sight or when you want to send it to the charging station. The good thing is, the Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac has a long working time of about 100 minutes, which means you won't need to worry about recharging it that often. 100 minutes is long enough to clean most any average-sized house. For the convenience of users, the Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac includes a remote with two AAA batteries in the set. Another strong point about the Eufy BoostIQ RoboVaс is that it is really quiet. Fitted with a brushless motor it doesn't emit any noise; you can easily run it at night without worries of bothering your family.