This Ecovacs robot vacuum and mop is a sleeper hit, and it handles carpeting like a champ

• The Ecovacs Deebot X9 Pro Omni is available on Amazon for $1,499.
• The X9 Pro Omni has some of the best performance I've seen on soft floors, while still mopping well on hard floors
• Though it vacuums and mops very well, the X9 Pro Omni did sometimes get its brush roller stuck on objects that were too large for it.

Robot vacuums are a fantastic way to keep your floors clean in between deeper manual cleanings. They're also a great way to cover large areas with little effort. But carpets and rugs can be a struggle for these devices, regardless of whether they're entry-level or high-end models. 

Robot vacuums must maintain enough force to move forward during cleanings, so manufacturers have to balance their suction power with their torque. 

Also: This robot vacuum's dustbin doubles as a handheld vacuum (and it's on sale)

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