ILIFE Robot Mops Compared: A30 Pro, A30s or V5s Plus?
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ILIFE makes robot vacuums that are aimed squarely at everyday homes: machines that run on a schedule, return to their dock on their own, and in several models also wipe hard floors with a damp mop pad. If you have never owned one, a “robot mop” in this brand’s lineup is really a robot vacuum with a small water tank and a cloth attached underneath, so it can pick up dust and then lightly wash tile, laminate or sealed wood behind it.
The three models here split clearly: the A30 Pro vacuums and mops at the same time and empties itself into a base station, the V5s Plus mops too but makes you swap its dustbin for a water tank, and the A30s is a strong vacuum with smart mapping that, by its own listing, does not mop at all.
ILIFE Robot Mops Compared
| Model | Mopping | Navigation | Runtime | Dustbin / water tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ILIFE A30 Pro Robot Vacuum | Yes, vacuums and mops at once | LiDAR mapping | Up to 150 min | 200 ml / 200 ml, plus 2.5L self-empty station |
| ILIFE V5s Plus Robot Vacuum | Yes, swap bin for water tank | Not listed | Up to 110 min | 300 ml / 300 ml |
| ILIFE A30s Robot Vacuum | No, vacuum only | LiDAR mapping | Up to 150 min | 500 ml / none |
ILIFE A30 Pro Robot Vacuum for Hands-Free Cleaning
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ILIFE A30 Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop,10000Pa Max Suction, Self-Emptying
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ILIFE A30 Pro Robot Vacuum
Best for: Busy homes wanting hands-free emptying
Pros
- Self-empty station, 2.5L
- Vacuums and mops together
- LiDAR mapping
- Up to 150 min runtime
Cons
- Small 200 ml water tank
- 4GHz WiFi only
The ILIFE A30 Pro Robot Vacuum is the most complete robot vacuum and mop in this group. Its key extra is a self-empty station: a tall charging base with a 2.5L bag that sucks the dirt out of the robot after every clean. ILIFE says the station and the 5 included dust bags give up to 280 days of hands-free cleaning, meaning you rarely touch the small onboard bin yourself. That is a big deal for pet owners and busy households.
For mopping, the A30 Pro uses a 2-in-1 tank that holds a 200 ml dustbin and a 200 ml water tank together, so it vacuums and mops in the same run without you swapping parts. If you only want to vacuum, the listing says you simply remove the mop bracket. Suction reaches up to 10,000Pa (Pascals, a measure of how strongly it pulls air), adjustable in the ILIFE Clean app. It uses LiDAR navigation, a spinning laser on top that measures the room, to build a map and plan efficient routes around furniture. Runtime is up to 150 minutes in gentle mode, and it returns to recharge and then resumes where it stopped.
The app (2.4GHz WiFi only, which most home routers offer alongside 5GHz) lets you set no-go zones and virtual walls, schedule room-by-room cleaning and adjust water level and suction. It also works with Alexa and Google Assistant. This is the ILIFE robot mop for someone who wants the least possible upkeep. The trade-off is a smaller water tank than the V5s Plus, so large tiled areas may need a refill.
ILIFE V5s Plus Robot Vacuum for Simple, Budget-Minded Mopping
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ILIFE V5s Plus Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo
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ILIFE V5s Plus Robot Vacuum
Best for: First-timers wanting simple mopping
Pros
- 300 ml water tank
- Remote, app and voice control
- 5 cleaning modes
Cons
- Swap bin and tank to mop
- No LiDAR mapping listed
The ILIFE V5s Plus Robot Vacuum is the straightforward choice. It comes with a 300ml dustbin and a separate 300ml water tank, and the listing explains that it handles vacuuming and mopping separately: you switch the dustbin out for the water tank when you want it to mop spills and stains. That means a little more hands-on work, but the water tank is the largest of the two mopping models here.
You can run it with the included remote control, the ILIFE Home app (again 2.4GHz WiFi only), or Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands. It has 5 cleaning modes: Auto, Spot for one messy area, Edge for along walls, Max for extra suction, and Scheduled. The 2600mAh battery provides up to 110 minutes of cleaning and covers up to 1290 square feet, and it returns to its charging base when low or finished. The cleaning path is 11.8 inches wide. The listing does not specify LiDAR mapping, suction strength or no-go zones, so do not expect room-by-room maps from it.
This model suits a first-time buyer, a renter in a smaller home, or a gift for a parent who would rather press a button on a remote than learn an app. If you want mapping and automatic emptying, the A30 Pro is the step up. For more ideas in the same style of machine, see our guide to robot vacuum and mop combos.
ILIFE A30s Robot Vacuum for Pet Hair on Mixed Floors
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ILIFE A30s Robot Vacuum, 10000Pa Max Suction
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
ILIFE A30s Robot Vacuum
Best for: Pet homes needing vacuum only
Pros
- 500 ml dustbin
- LiDAR mapping
- Dual anti-tangle brush
- Up to 150 min runtime
Cons
- No mopping function
- No self-empty station listed
The ILIFE A30s Robot Vacuum needs a clear note up front: its own listing says this model supports vacuum only and does not have a mopping function. It is included here because shoppers searching for ILIFE robot mops often land on it, and it is important to know before you buy that it will not wash your floors.
What it does offer is strong vacuuming. It lists up to 10,000Pa suction in Spot mode, LDS LiDAR navigation with a SLAM algorithm (the software that builds the map while the robot moves), and a dual anti-tangle brush meant to collect pet hair without wrapping around the roller. It has the largest dustbin in the lineup at 500ML, an auto carpet boost you can turn on in the ILIFE Clean app, plus no-go zones, virtual walls, room selection and schedules. Runtime is listed at 150 minutes, and it works with Alexa, Google Assistant and an included remote. The listing does not mention a self-empty station.
Choose the A30s if your home is mostly carpet and rugs, or if you have pets and want mapping without paying for a mop you will not use. If your floors are mostly tile or laminate and you want them wiped, pick the A30 Pro or the V5s Plus instead. Readers comparing other vacuum-only robot cleaners can find more options in our separate guide.
How to Choose the Right ILIFE Robot Mop
First, decide whether you truly need mopping. Only the A30 Pro and the V5s Plus mop. The A30s is a vacuum only, so it belongs on your list only if your floors are mostly carpeted or you are happy to mop by hand.
Second, think about how much maintenance you will accept. The A30 Pro empties itself into a 2.5L bag and mops without swapping parts, which is the most hands-off setup. The V5s Plus asks you to switch the dustbin and water tank and empty the bin by hand after each run.
Third, consider your home’s size and layout. LiDAR mapping on the A30 Pro and A30s lets you split rooms, set no-go zones and send the robot to one room. The V5s Plus lists a 1290 square foot coverage figure and simple modes, which works well in smaller apartments with open layouts.
Finally, look at how the person will control it. All three work with Alexa and Google Assistant. The V5s Plus and A30s include a remote, while the A30 Pro’s listing mentions app, voice and remote control. Every app here needs a 2.4GHz WiFi network.
FAQ
Which ILIFE robot vacuums also mop?
In this lineup, the A30 Pro and the V5s Plus mop. The A30 Pro vacuums and mops at the same time, while the V5s Plus switches between a dustbin and a water tank. The A30s listing states it is vacuum only.
Can an ILIFE robot mop replace mopping by hand?
These robots drag a damp pad across the floor, which is good for dust and light everyday grime. They are a maintenance tool; sticky or dried-on spills generally still need a manual scrub now and then.
Does the ILIFE A30 Pro need special bags?
The listing says it comes with 5 dust bags for its 2.5L self-empty station. You will need replacement bags once those are used up.
Do ILIFE robots work with 5GHz WiFi?
No. The listings for all three models say the apps work with 2.4GHz WiFi only. Most home routers broadcast a 2.4GHz network as well, so this is usually easy to set up.
Are ILIFE robot vacuums good for pet hair?
The A30 Pro listing calls it ideal for pet families thanks to the self-emptying base, and the A30s has a dual anti-tangle brush aimed at pet hair. The V5s Plus lists pet hair pickup on hard floors and low-pile carpets.
Can ILIFE robot mops go on carpet?
All three list hard floors and carpet as suitable surfaces, with the A30 Pro and V5s Plus naming low-pile carpets. For mopping, the A30 Pro listing says to remove the mop bracket when you only want to vacuum.
