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12 Top Picks to Ace Your Spring Cleaning

The weather is getting warmer and that means it's time to get things in order. No matter what type of cleaning or organizing project you're gearing up for, these top-rated products and apps will help you tackle it.

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Deeper Dive: Our Top Tested Picks

  • Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni

    Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni

    4.5 Excellent

    Bottom Line:

    The Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni builds on its excellent predecessor with stronger suction power, improved edge cleaning, and a more hygienic mop-washing system, remaining the best two-in-one robot vacuum and mop.
    • Pros

      • D shape for better corner, edge cleaning
      • 8,000Pa of suction power
      • Hot-water mop washing
      • Lifts mop over carpet
      • Built-in security camera and voice assistant
      • Efficient cleaning and mapping
      • AI obstacle avoidance
    • Cons

      • May still dampen carpet
      • Occasionally gets stuck
      • Shorter battery life than predecessor
  • Dyson Gen5 Detect

    Dyson Gen5 Detect

    4.0 Excellent

    Bottom Line:

    The Dyson Gen5 Detect cordless vacuum swaps its predecessors' finger-cramping trigger for an actual power button while offering stronger suction, longer battery life, and a more useful LCD interface that shows when a surface is clean.
    • Pros

      • Includes a continuous power button
      • Good battery life
      • Useful real-time particle graphs
      • Powerful suction
      • Numerous included attachments
      • HEPA filter, sealing
    • Cons

      • Expensive
      • Heavy
      • Crevice tool only works in handheld mode
  • Epson LabelWorks LW-PX300VP Full Printer Kit

    Epson LabelWorks LW-PX300VP Full Printer Kit

    Best for Home Offices or Workshops
    4.0 Excellent

    Bottom Line:

    The Epson LabelWorks LW-PX300 Full Printer Kit delivers industrial-style labeling at low cost, making it attractive to small businesses and even hobbyists who want professional-looking labels.
    • Pros

      • Affordable, industrial-style labeling
      • Easy-to-use handheld design with QWERTY keyboard
      • Tape choices include plastic, vinyl, magnetic, and fluorescent up to 18mm
      • Saves up to 50 labels in memory for easy reprinting
      • Lifetime warranty
    • Cons

      • Noticeably slow print speed
      • Doesn't connect to a PC or mobile device for printing
      • Batteries not included
  • Google Photos

    Google Photos

    Best for Low-Cost Photo Backup
    4.0 Excellent

    Bottom Line:

    Google's online photo app and service is a terrific product with some smart AI tools, deep adjustments, and excellent photo-finding capabilities.
    • Pros

      • Attractive, ad-free interface
      • Impressive facial recognition
      • Well integrated with Android
      • Can buy low-cost books of your photos
      • Clever photo enhancements
    • Cons

      • No more free unlimited photo storage
      • Lacks step-by-step undo for editing
      • No blemish or red eye removal tools
  • iRobot Roomba 694 Robot Vacuum

    iRobot Roomba 694 Robot Vacuum

    Best for First-Time Robovac Buyers
    4.0 Excellent

    Bottom Line:

    The Roomba 694 is iRobot's least expensive robot vacuum and an excellent budget-friendly floor cleaner that supports app and voice control, and lets you schedule cleaning runs.
    • Pros

      • Affordable
      • Rarely gets stuck
      • Seamless app setup
      • Supports Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant voice control
      • Allows for scheduled cleanings
      • Detects and focuses on heavily soiled areas
    • Cons

      • Loud
      • Missed some debris on carpets in testing
      • Lacks smart navigation, mapping abilities
      • No carrying handle
  • Rabbit Air A3 Air Purifier

    Rabbit Air A3 Air Purifier

    4.0 Excellent

    Bottom Line:

    The Rabbit Air A3 is a pricey but stylish app-connected air purifier that uses customizable multi-stage filtration to quietly and effectively scrub the air in large rooms.
    • Pros

      • Six-stage filtration
      • Multiple design and filter options
      • Quiet operation
      • Useful companion app
      • Alexa voice control
    • Cons

      • Expensive
      • Does not support Google Assistant, IFTTT, or HomeKit
  • Spark

    Spark

    Best Email Client
    4.5 Excellent

    Bottom Line:

    Fast, functional, and easy to use, Spark is easily one of the best email clients out there.
    • Pros

      • Fast cross-platform email client
      • Great keyboard shortcuts and command bar
      • Supports Gmail and IMAP/SMTP
      • Offers scheduled emails, reminders, and built-in email filtering
    • Cons

      • No Linux or web version
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  • Rocket Money

    Rocket Money

    Best for Simple Money Management
    4.0 Excellent

    Bottom Line:

    Rocket Money is a comprehensive personal finance management app with enough free features to please some, though anyone who micromanages their money should opt for the reasonably priced Premium version.
    • Pros

      • Includes transaction tracking, bill management, and credit score
      • Can negotiate bills on your behalf
      • Helps you cancel unwanted subscriptions
      • Excellent UI and navigation tools
    • Cons

      • Subscription fee required for all features
      • Some problems with bank connections
      • Weak investment tracking
  • Samsung Jetbot Mop

    Samsung Jetbot Mop

    A Robot Mop That Cleans Your Walls
    4.0 Excellent

    Bottom Line:

    The Samsung Jetbot Mop quickly zips around your home using two spinning pads to scrub your floors until they shine, and features a handle so you can use it to clean walls.
    • Pros

      • Easy to set up and use
      • Compact design with two large, spinning mopping pads
      • Features a Hand Mode to clean walls
      • Moves quickly and has no trouble switching between floor types
      • Eight floor-cleaning modes
    • Cons

      • No app or voice control
      • Doesn't always avoid area rugs and carpeting
  • IT Dusters AirTec Ultra Electric Air Duster

    IT Dusters AirTec Ultra Electric Air Duster

    Bottom Line:

  • Simplehuman Dual-Compartment Rectangular Sensor Can

    Simplehuman Dual-Compartment Rectangular Sensor Can

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  • VELCRO Brand ONE-WRAP Ties

    VELCRO Brand ONE-WRAP Ties

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Buying Guide: 12 Top Picks to Ace Your Spring Cleaning

Spring cleaning is about giving yourself a sense of renewal, not breaking your back scrubbing mildew from your bathroom grout. You need smart tools to do it right, and PCMag's team of product experts is here to lend a hand.

Whether you need help cleaning your floors, consolidating your digital photo collection, or getting gunk out of your keyboard, we can guarantee there's something on this list that'll help you get it done more quickly and efficiently.

Compare Specs12 Top Picks to Ace Your Spring Cleaning
Our Pick
Editor's Rating
Editors' Choice
4.5 Excellent
Review
Editors' Choice
4.0 Excellent
Review
Editors' Choice
4.0 Excellent
Editors' Choice
4.0 Excellent
Review
Editors' Choice
4.0 Excellent
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Editors' Choice
4.0 Excellent
Review
4.5 Excellent
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4.0 Excellent
Review
4.0 Excellent
Web Interface
Voice Control Support
Amazon Alexa
Virtual Walls
Type
Printer Only
Standalone Copier and Fax
N/A
Scheduling Support
Scheduling
Scanner Type
N/A
Scanner Optical Resolution
N/A
Removes Formaldehyde
Remote Control
Recommended Room Size
1,070 square feet
Rated Speed at Default Settings (Mono)
6 mm / 0.24 inches per second
Rated Speed at Default Settings (Color)
N/A
Purification Method
HEPA, Activated Carbon, Ionic
Printer Input Capacity
1 cartridge roll; sizes up to 30 feet
Phone Control
Number of Ink Colors
1
Mop/Vacuum Hybrid
Monthly Duty Cycle (Recommended)
Not rated
Monthly Duty Cycle (Maximum)
Not rated
Maximum Standard Paper Size
18mm roll
Maximum Scan Area
N/A
LCD Preview Screen
iOS App
Income/Expense Tracking
Free Version
Free Credit Report/Score
Face Recognition
Dimensions
12.6 by 13.9 by 3.7413.4 by 13.4 by 3.5 inches15 by 9.3 by 9 inches
Cost Per Page (Monochrome)
varies with width and label length
Cost Per Page (Color)
N/A
Cost of Replacement Filters
$115.95
Content-Aware Edits
Connection Type
None
Color or Monochrome
Monochrome
Battery Life (Tested)
105 minutes120 minutes109 minutes
Android App

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