The Dyson DC59 Motorhead has remarkable good looks and can practically pull the fibers out of your carpets, let alone the dirt. If only the battery lasted longer…

Thanks largely to its advanced navigational abilities, the Rydis H68 Pro is an extremely capable and versatile robot -- and at just 500 bucks, it's also a great value.

Lightweight, a snap to maneuver and easy on the eyes, the cordless Dyson DC59 Animal is a surprising joy to use. It almost makes cleaning fun. Almost.

We put iRobot's flagship Roomba 880 through the paces to see if its worth the price and the hype.

Samsung’s VU7000 Motion Sync features a flexible swivel-steering mechanism, and a unique hand-held vac built-in with its own filter, canister and motor.

Moneual's entry into the robot vacuum sweepstakes isn't quite as user-friendly as its better known rival, the Roomba, but it offers more functionality and more value.

iRobot's mid-level Roomba can't be the only vacuum in your closet arsenal for several reasons, but if you're willing to work around its few shortcomings, it's a remarkably effective – and oddly entertaining – floor cleaning option.