# Robot vacuum cleaners to avoid buying - CHOICE

> Our latest lab test reviews 18 robot vacs from popular brands such as Dyson, Roborock, Ecovacs, Kmart, Dreame, iRobot Roomba and more We assess how well models clean hard floors, carpet, corners and pet hair plus how…

- **Source:** [Choice](https://www.choice.com.au/home-and-living/laundry-and-cleaning/vacuum-cleaners/articles/three-worst-robot-vacuum-cleaners?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a5266251821430392c5b60c)
- **Published:** 2026-07-11
- **Category:** Smart Home
- **Tags:** #robotics #robot #choice #floors #avoid #buying #carpet #cleaners
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