When deciding whichmopto invest in, there are several features to look for that will ensure you are happy with the performance and benefits for years to come," says Noell Jett, the creator of Jett Set Farmhouseand author of From the Ground Up. "While individual preference can play a role in which qualities are most important to you, some are universally applicable." Jett says to consider finding a mop that is lightweight, so it's easy to transport between rooms and floors. Mops and brooms are ideal for a number of floor types - particularly floorboards, laminate and tiled floors. As with robot vacuums, robot mops do a sufficient job of keeping your floors clean, but they aren't complete substitutes for a little elbow grease. They're great for maintenance and fresh spills. Deep-set stains, however, still likely require a bit of manual scrubbing. We also liked that this mop was lightweight, making it easy to push around while cleaning. The only issue we found with this spray mop was that the cleaning solution container did bump into some furniture (like chairs) due to its low position. However, this was a minimal issue and we otherwise found this mop to be highly effective and easy to use.

If you don’t want to put any effort toward cleaning your floors, and you’re willing to pay for that convenience, then the Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni should be at the top of your list. It scrubs and cleans well and navigates efficiently, so it works in homes with lots of room and plenty of floor space. It also handles pet hair without tangles in case you have furry roommates. The Swiffer WetJet Starter Kit also includes a bottle of cleaning solution and batteries, which is key because the spray mop requires four AA batteries to operate. All in all, setting up this product is a breeze. Another detail that we appreciated is the curved handle, which makes it more comfortable to hold and steer around the mop the floor and into corners.

Because it has all the features of the standard Roomba j7+–a self-emptying dustbin, AI-powered obstacle avoidance, and a poop-evasion guarantee–in addition to mopping abilities, the Combo j7+ is an excellent option for homes with a mix of hard floors and carpeting. Some high-end competitors on this list offer more scrubbing oomph and require less mop maintenance, but the Combo j7+ is a top choice for efficient double-duty cleaning runs. The cheap mops, brooms, brushes and other floor cleaning products from B&M will ensure that keeping surfaces clean is as easy and affordable as possible.

All in all, this mop is a stellar addition to any cleaning closet, and a definite favorite among those that we tested. In fact, we thought this mop was pretty close to perfect. You can count on it to be a great option for all floors in any home, thanks to its versatile and gentle cleaning pad. The best mop for your home will often be dictated by the type of flooring you have. Wood floors and laminate can tolerate damp mopping, while vinyl, ceramic, and porcelain tiles can often withstand much wetter mopping.The Swiffer WetJet boasts the same convenience as the beloved Swiffer Sweeper, but it offers more cleaning power, thanks to its on-board cleaning solution. In our testing, we found that you can spray the solution using a button on the handle, and then use the disposable cleaning pads to trap dirt and grime on your floor. While you'll need to apply pressure for tough stains, the starter kit comes with two styles of mopping pads for targeting different spills, stains, and messes. Disposable: Relatively inexpensive and easy to store, mops with disposable mop heads or pads are good for small spaces and can be used wet or dry on floors. They excel at cleaning up light spills or dirt, but since they don’t hold a lot of liquid, they aren’t the best choice for heavy-duty messes. Ease of use: When testing steam mops, we noted how many passes it took to clean up a stain, working with the steam mop's various features and attachments. We considered each mop's overall ease of use, noting how clear the instructions were and how smooth the set-up process proved to be.