The Convenience of a Self-Empting Vacuum

While the latest robot vaccums are remarkably quiet when operating but emptying their trash bins can be trouble. That's especially true if you have one with an auto-emptying base.

The bases come with a dock that connects to the robot vaccum and sweeps out the debris into a bigger storage bin while charging the device. This means that the dust bin of the robot vacuum is no longer required to be empty every two or three cleaning sessions, but once every 30 to 60 days.

1. Convenience

It may seem lazy to let your robot vacuum clean itself however, it's an excellent convenience. The majority of robots have tiny dustbins that need to be empty manually after every cleaning session and self emptying vaccum can take time and impede the robot vacuum with self emptying's ability of completing an entire room's worth of work in one session. Self-emptying vacuums have a base which can automatically empty the dustbin once it is full. This saves you from having to bend down to empty the small bin.

Based on the model, self-emptying robots have a larger bin that can accommodate a month's worth of trash. Transferring the dirt from the robot's bin to the base is usually quite quick, which can make this a much more convenient feature for those who live in large homes or have pets that shed lots.

When considering a robot vacuum that can self-empty take note that they are generally more expensive. This is due to the fact that they have a base that is more sophisticated and is used for purposes aside from charging your robot vacuum.

It's not difficult to see however, it's important to note that self-emptying bases can be quite tall. This means that they can take up more space than other bases, which could be an issue in smaller homes or those with limited storage space. The design of some self-emptying robot vacuums can also be a visual annoyance. It's not a problem for the majority of people, however it's something to think about for those who are concerned about the aesthetics of their home. The good thing is that a lot of robot vacuums that have self-emptying bases look cool and I've had a few guests who stopped me in my tracks to praise the impressive looking piece of technology I have in my home. This alone could be enough to justify the additional cost for a few.

2. Less Allergens

Allergens can cause problems in many households, especially if there is someone with allergies. Using a self emptying vaccum can cut down on the amount of dust, pet dander and other allergens released into the air after vacuuming. You can be certain that all the harmful particles will be caught in the filter and bag instead of being thrown into the air. This can be detrimental to those who suffer from allergies.

If you're looking to make your vaccum even more allergy-friendly, think about getting one with HEPA filtering and a wide selection of attachments that can be used to clean different surfaces. These types of vacuums are great for removing pet hair as well as textured crumbs and tough debris from your home. This model also comes with the 25-foot cord, as well as a floor-to ceiling cleaning reach.

3. Easier Maintenance

Having your robot vacuum automatically empty the dustbin at the base of the docking station is a major plus. It stops the bin from overfilling, which can cause an obstruction that can cause your robot smell and stop working efficiently. It's also more clean than having to empty the trash manually and is likely to be healthier for people with allergies, as it stops allergens from being thrown back into the air. The Samsung Jet Bot+ has a large bin that holds more debris than many other self-emptying robot vacuums, which will make your floors cleaner longer. The bin even has an inbuilt filter that can trap dirt, pet hair and other small particles. This makes it easier for you to clean and less likely that the bin will be overfilled.

4. Reduced Time

For people that struggle with a busy schedule self-emptying robots can be an absolute game-changer. They allow you to finish more cleaning tasks without having to physically be there and empty the garbage bin after each cleaning session. This means you spend less time on chores, and spend more time relaxing or doing other things.

Regular robot vacuums typically come with a small bin or dustbin which is designed to hold the accumulated dirt and debris it accumulates after each cleaning cycle. The problem is that when you're required to empty the dustbin you're also exposed to all the icky things that were thrown up into the air. You might need to wipe it off before making use of it again. In 2018, the first self-emptying robotic vacuum cleaners were released. When the bin of a self-emptying vacuum becomes full the robot returns to its docking station and connects with the base station. The debris and dust are then taken out of the bin with a loud whoosh into a foot high base canister that has a disposable paper bag. The vaccum then refills its batteries before returning on its pre-programmed cleaning route.

Manufacturers typically rate the canister bags to hold debris for 30-60 days. This means you will need to empty the vaccum's base station about once or twice a month depending on how often you clean and how filthy your floors become. As opposed to emptying the dustbin of a regular robot vacuum after every cleaning session, it's an incredible time saver and it also means you're exposed to less allergens on a more frequently.

Another way that a bagless self emptying robot vacuum-emptying robot vacuum will save you time is by avoiding the need to change out the filter, which a majority of us have been required to do at least once or twice. It also prevents problems such as clogs and overstuffing that could cause your vacuum to smell or stop working completely.