Path first. Specs next. Home fit always.
Comparisons
ComparisonsRobot vs Stick vs Floor Washer
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| Brief | Default path | Watch-outs |
|---|---|---|
| Daily whole-home automation, dock OK | Robot vacuum (+ mop pad if light wet) | Stairs / sofas still want a stick backup |
| Stairs, cars, quick spot cleans | Stick / cordless | Not a substitute for nightly whole-home coverage |
| Grease / sticky hard floors, dirty-water recovery | Floor washer | Robot mop pads are not the same class |
| Automation + stairs or pets + furniture | Combo (robot + stick) | Budget and storage for two tools |
Vacuum type quiz encodes the path formula. Scene matcher re-weights robot / stick / washer after the path. Methodology: How we rate.