All the best robot vacuums for keeping small spaces neat and tidy

You might have given up on the idea of using a robot vacuum in your small space, but it turns out that you can still rely on these devices to get the job done. Robot vacuum bases tend to need ample room around them so the vacuum sensors can find their way home, but this just means you might have to get creative about placement. Maybe you have that one awkwardly empty area that's the perfect size for a robot vacuum base. Now you know what to put there.

Some robot vacuums are clearly better for large homes — the iRobot Roomba i9+ with its self-emptying behemoth of a base is probably not the best choice when you're trying to be economical with your space. Read more...

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BEST FOR A QUICK CLEAN

Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac 11S

Bring out the Eufy 11S when your place needs a quick, once over clean.

• Cleaning pattern: Random
• Run time: 100 minutes
• App connected: No
• Voice assistant integration: N/A
• Dimensions: 12.8 x 12.8 x 2.85 inches

£199.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR CARPET

iRobot Roomba 671

A dual brush system digs deep in carpet to pull up embedded hair, dirt, and debris.

• Cleaning pattern: Random
• Run time: 90 minutes
• App connected: Yes
• Voice assistant integration: Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
• Dimensions: 13.4 x 13.4 x 3.54 inches

£338.30 from Amazon

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BEST FOR CORNERS

Neato Robotics D4

The Neato Robotics D4 offers smart mapping at a price that's tough to beat.

• Cleaning pattern: Intelligent mapping
• Run time: 75 minutes
• App connected: Yes
• Voice assistant integration: Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
• Dimensions: 13.21 x 12.56 x 3.92 inches

£306.30 from Amazon

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BEST FOR AN EVENTUAL UPGRADE

iRobot Roomba i7

Compatible with iRobot's self-emptying base, the Roomba i7 is a good investment if you plan to upsize in the future.

• Cleaning pattern: Neat rows
• Run time: 75 minutes
• App connected: Yes
• Voice assistant integration: Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
• Dimensions: 13.34 x 13.26 x 3.63 inches

£630.68 from Amazon

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BEST FOR TIGHT BUDGETS

ILIFE V3s Pro

The ILIFE will keep your floors clear of dirt and debris without breaking the bank.

• Cleaning pattern: Random
• Run time: 100 minutes
• App connected: No
• Voice assistant integration: N/A
• Dimensions: 11.8 x 11.8 x 3 inches

£269.39 from Amazon

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