irobot roomba robot vacuum Combo Essential Cleaner Review

iRobot's Combo Essential is its first robot that is focused on the basics of cleaning. It has a elegant, sophisticated design and a mop that does the job well.

iRobot OS allows you to start cleaning, stop and plan your schedule directly via the app. It also provides customized suggestions, maps and images of obstacles to avoid, and offers personalized suggestions (opt-in). The Clean Base autofill dock charges the batteries, empty the trash bin, and refills water tanks.

What is the Roomba Combo Essential?

This robot mop and vacuum is powered by iRobot OS and comes with several cleaning products. It lets users accomplish two tasks using the same device. It is equipped with intelligent navigation with three levels of powerful suction and a battery life of up to 120 minutes. With a sleek low-profile design, and Edge-Sweeping Brush, dirt can't be hidden in corners or under furniture.

The 4-Stage Cleaning System uses adjustable suction and liquid settings as well as a V-shaped multi-surface brush, and an emulsified microfiber mop pad to clean multiple floors in a single step. It also has 18x more suction2 and an Edge-Sweeping Brush to help eliminate dirt and dust at the edges of rooms, and under furniture. Plus, it has simple to use iRobot Home App controls, suggested cleaning schedules, and thorough Clean Map reports.

Using the iRobot free app, users can select from a variety of cleaning options, including spot-cleaning, automatic, or mop-only. You can also set the start and stop times, as well as put off cleaning. The Combo Essential also supports voice control integration with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant and allows you to start cleaning sessions by simply speaking.

Once the Combo Essential has finished its cleaning it will then return to its docking station to empty the dust bin into the dirt bin. Based on the amount of dust the Combo has accumulated, it may need to be emptied regularly. The app allows users to manage and monitor the battery of the cleaner and also reminders to change the mop pads.

GearBrain will be testing the new Roomba Essential combo in the coming weeks however, we can already say it's an excellent update to the budget-friendly 600 Series. We are impressed by the fact that it's packed with smart features, and yet, it still provides effective cleaning performance, even with a lower price.

We're excited to try the Combo Essential in our homes If you're looking to take your cleaning routine to the next level, it's now available for $275. For more information and a complete list of specs, visit the iRobot website.

What is the Roomba Combo j9+?

iRobot is the leading brand in the market for smart vacuums and mopping and the Combo J9+ builds upon this legacy. It is rated as having the best dirt and dust pickup performance and a mopping solution powered by the iRobot OS. This latest software provides robots with "smart cleaning preferences" and lets them automatically clean rooms based on the needs of the room. For instance they might focus more on kitchen floors and may increase the pressure on the floor scrubber when in the entryway, or increase the suction power for carpeted areas.

The j9+ also makes an excellent choice for homes with a variety of flooring surfaces, as it can be used to clean dirt and other debris on carpeted and bare floors. Its navigation system is solid and it did a decent job in avoiding obstacles during our tests. It also comes with an option that allows you to see pictures of objects it encounters during a run, which helps it better build maps and prevent these hazards in the future.

Its mops can be easily replaced and its large water tank is expected to last for around a week between refills. The dustbin onboard is large and has a swinging lid that allows you to empty. While it is self-emptying well, you'll still need to remove the filter manually at times in order to prevent the clogging.

The Clean Base Auto Fill dock is an additional nice feature. It can automatically empty and refill the tank of water that the robot has. It's something that many of its competitors don't have and is a great feature that can reduce the amount of maintenance tasks that you'll need to complete.

The iRobot app is easy to use and intuitive, but it has some flaws. It doesn't offer a live coverage map view or remote control function however it can be a bit difficult to use. It's also prone to dropping connections and often will not let you go. This isn't the Best irobot experience. It doesn't allow you to specify a time when the robot to finish an assignment.

What is the Roomba Combo J7+?

The Combo J7+ is a true 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop. It has an 3.8-star rating on Amazon and is one of the smartest mopping robots out available (though competitors like the Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni and the Roborock Q5+ are more effective in removing messes). Its strengths include its reliability, obstacle avoidance, home navigation, and ability to keep a steady level of cleanliness in between more thorough cleaning sessions.

It also does a good job of keeping floors clean even in high-pile carpeting. PrecisionVision Navigation lets the robot avoid obstacles like cords and shoes. It also avoids toys and pet waste. In addition it's Dirt Detect Technology recognizes dirtier areas and starts to clean them more thoroughly. If you would like it to mop an area, simply place the pad over the mops compartment and your robot will begin cleaning.

The Combo J7+ offers the option of sweeping the floor without the mops. You can also plan a cleaning session in advance, though we found it to be better to stick with the default settings for auto-cleaning.

Automatic updates are another bonus that keep your Roomba running smoothly. It can be manually updated as well, if you're willing to endure the process of connecting it to Wi-Fi and downloading the most recent software, which could take a couple of minutes.

The Combo j7+, like other iRobot Robots, needs some maintenance. The dust bin on the Combo j7+ must be cleaned at least every two weeks. Its liquid chamber can also be filled with cleaning solutions. It arrives with a sample bottle of iRobot's own Revolutionize Cleaning with iRobot Roomba i3+ solution, however, the help section suggests that Bona's Hardwood/Hard Surface Cleaner is excellent alternative that doesn't harm the device. The front casting can be removed for cleaning and its socket should at least once every week be cleared of hair and debris that has become tangled.

The Combo J7+ is rated for use on up to 60 floors, though the amount of floors you can clean per charge is contingent on the type of floor you have and frequency. The battery's life span is up to 90 minutes on a charge, and it can be recharged using the included AC adapter. The docking base's sensors and charging contacts must be cleaned clean of dust and debris every two weeks.

What is the Roomba Combo j6+?

The Combo j9+ is the newest combination cleaner for robots from iRobot. It may not have all the bells and whistles of iRobot's more recent (and more expensive -- they begin at $1,800) models. Floor cleaners from robots are capable of delivering a thorough clean on hard floors and carpets. Its strengths are its reliability in obstacle avoidance and navigation system, as well as impressive mopsweeping and vacuuming performance.

The j9+'s mops retract themselves and help to avoid the spread of mud on your carpets and rugs. The cleaning system is based on SmartScrub mops that back and forth with constant pressure for thorough scrubbing, even on tough stains such as coffee. It features a powerful suction system that can be used to remove dirt from carpets and rugs.

The navigation system of the j9+ features two precision cameras to help it navigate your home without getting snagged or bumping into things as is often the situation with other Roomba model. The cameras are based on iRobot's PrecisionVision technology, which can help your j9+ recognize and avoid items such as cords. It also keeps track of certain areas and carpeted areas so that it can avoid mowing those spaces. This feature is known as Imprint smart map, and is exclusive to Roomba i7 models.

This robot has a massive capacity for debris, which is vital because it is able to perform both jobs at once. Its dirt bin outside can hold 2.4L of debris, which is a bit less than the capacity of iRobot's top-rated robot, the Roomba i8+, but it's plenty for most homes.

Its mops are also easy to empty and recharge, so that's one less thing you need to worry about when it comes time to refill or change them. This model also comes with a new, aesthetically appealing and practical dock that has indicators to let you know when the Combo j9+ is charging and in need of a refill, or if it needs to be cleaned. It also comes with ample storage space for dust bags and additional mops. This is a significant upgrade from the previous version of J9+ that had an old and ugly design.