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What to Look For in a Good Robot Vacuum
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A quality robot vacuum will assist you in keeping track of pet hair, lint, and dust on a regular basis. Many work with apps to allow you to schedule cleaning sessions and create virtual boundaries, or 'walls' to keep them from areas that you don't want to be cleaned.
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This smart vac and mop creates a map of your home with its first trip, and then it will remember your home's layout for future tasks. It comes with a large dust bin that automatically emptys and self-cleaning brush roll.
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Object Detection
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When you are choosing a robotic vacuum cleaner, pick one that is able to pick up large objects like lamps and toys as well as dust particles that are fine. This will ensure that they do not get caught in the roller brush or strewn across your floor. This is especially important if you have pets or children and need to clean the robot on a regular basis.
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A model that has an efficient engine and plenty of suction is also an excellent option. This will help it to be more effective in removing pet hair, dust and lint from carpets and hardwood floors.
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The size of your home is another important consideration. If you have an apartment you might want to pick one that has multiple cleaning zones, so you can clean your entire house in a single session. Certain models also include mopping functions, which can be used to keep your floors fresh and clean.
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Robot vacuums are long-lasting however, they must be cleaned properly and regularly. Cleaning the rotating brushes regularly, emptying your dust bin, and wiping the sensors will keep your robot functioning efficiently for many years. Many robot vacuum owners we have spoken to have been using their machines for 10 years or longer (and have replaced brushes, motors, and batteries with time).
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A basic robot will cost less than a large-sized vacuum cleaner, but they'll still do a great job at removing dirt and pet hair and lint. They're an excellent maintenance tool that you can distribute several times a week to keep your floor free of dirt. They aren't as technologically advanced and are more prone to getting jammed or needing manual intervention.
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Object Avoidance
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The best robot vacuums use cameras, sensors or lasers to help you navigate your home and avoid getting stuck or falling on the stairs. They also can avoid obstacles like cords and furniture legs and some models automatically return to their dock or base when they run low on power. Some of the more expensive models come with mapping capabilities, which allow them to learn your home's layout and therefore spend less time bumping against walls.
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If you're not looking to spend a lot of money on the latest robotic vacuums, you can locate a model that does a great job of removing pet hair dirt, dust, and crumbs from hard floors like wood and tile and carpets with a low pile. They also do a good job of handling larger debris like metal screws or staples that have rust, or discarded toys. Some models even have self-emptying bases which is helpful if you don't want to empty your trash bin after every cleaning session.
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Some robotic vacuums have clever features that make the standard stick vacuum look outdated. These include schedules, zone-targeting, and the capability to control them via an app or a voice assistant, like Alexa. You can also create cleaning zones as well as 'virtual walls to block off areas where you don't want the robot to go.
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Certain robotic vacuums, such as the Eufy 11S and my former top pick Roborock S8 Roborock S8, have obstacle avoidance technology that stops them from derailing by running into furniture or getting caught in cords. Some robot vacuums, like the iRobot Roomba j7+ have more advanced AI obstacle-avoidance technology that uses sensors, cameras and algorithms to stay clear of items such as lamp cords and pet waste. It's a little more expensive than the other bots I've tried, however it does a fantastic job of avoiding obstacles, and never is stuck or derails when working on my floor.
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Although the iRobot J7+ was a good obstacle avoidance bot, it didn't always do an excellent job of removing dirt and crumbs off my rugs. It also tended to over-vacuum areas, which led to an abundance of dust in the filter and a less clean house.
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Smart Mapping
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The best robot vacuums include an app that lets you modify cleaning modes, make schedules, and look at an image of the floor area that is covered by the machine. This is a very useful feature that many competitors don't have. It is easy to create profiles that will automatically start your robot at certain time intervals and run it on an ongoing basis, such as cleaning your living room prior to dinner or every other day.
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A good app will also allow you to control your robot with voice commands. Some models are compatible with Amazon's Alexa and Google Assistant, which allows you to control your robot through voice commands.
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For a truly hands-free experience, opt for an option with a big dust bin that can accommodate numerous cleaning sessions before needing to be emptied. You can also find models that are self-emptying, which takes some of the labor out of emptying the machine after each cleaning run.
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If you're looking for a robot capable of doing more than just vacuum, you'll want to consider the possibility of a model that can mop your floors. They are typically larger than robotic vacuums and come with a water tank that can hold multiple cleaning sessions' worth of dust and dirt before having to be emptied.
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Robots that are more sophisticated can create their own maps and keep track of the arrangement of your home from one cleaning session to the next, which prevents them from getting lost or stuck. This can make a big difference in the efficiency of your robot vacuums, as it won't be spending time returning to the beginning of the room when it encounters furniture or walls.
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Our test subjects found that robots with this feature were extremely efficient. They could sit and watch TV or complete other things while the robot was cleaning. Some models employ laser navigation and can create an exact map of your home, meaning you can program them to clean only the bedroom after dinner, or every room in your home while you're at work.
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App Control
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If you're looking to change the frequency at which the robot cleans your home and choose a cleaning option, it's best to get one that is compatible with an app that can be downloaded on mobile. Through the app, you can also monitor the condition of your vacuum as well as its dust bin. Some of the [best robot mop for lvp](https://www.robotvacuummops.com/) robot vacuums are controlled via voice with Alexa, Google Assistant or Siri Shortcuts.
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A robot with a self-emptying bin and washable filters is easy to keep clean, especially if you can easily access the filter and remove it to wash it. Another feature that is great is a high-powered brush that is able to reach into corners and along baseboards making it much easier to remove hair and dirt. Certain robots are better at avoiding chair leg than others. Others have a sensor that automatically cleans brushes to avoid obstruction.
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Some robo-vacs have navigation tools that aid them in navigating obstacles and help you understand your home. High-end models use sensors and cameras to recognize obstacles like stairs, furniture, and cords. Less expensive models might use boundary strips to mark off areas you don't want it to go. Avoidance of objects is particularly important for families with children who have socks and toys scattered around the house, as it helps your robot nab the items instead of scattering them.
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Robots are increasingly equipped with mop attachments. This is beneficial for those with floors that are hard and need to mop frequently. These robots have a water tank built into the chassis, or an additional piece that you can swap in when it's time to clean. They may require to be refilled more frequently than other types of robots, but they're perfect for homes with floors made of wood which aren't easy to clean using a vacuum.
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We've seen some incredible technology packed into these little robots and they're cheaper than you imagine. You can find a decent one for less than $200, and it does a decent job cleaning on hard floors while navigating around the edges of carpets and area rugs. The robot can be programmed to clean the room at regular intervals. It can also be controlled remotely using an app or by pressing buttons.
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