iRobot Cleaner Review

iRobot cleaners will learn about your cleaning habits and suggest schedules that suit your needs. They can also suggest things you might not have considered for example, extra cleaning during allergy seasons.

It will follow walls and tries to locate furniture edges. It makes use of sensors to track objects in order to map out your home and develop an automated cleaning schedule.

iRobot Roomba Combo i5/i5+

iRobot Combo i5/i5+ Robot Vacuum and Mop has been designed to clean your floors with a single pass. Its 4-stage cleaning system is more advanced than vacuuming and sweeping and removes dirt and tiny particles to give you the most clean floors you can get.

The Combo i5/i5+ works with any Alexa-, Siri-, or Google Assistant enabled device1. You can begin or stop cleaning sessions using your voice. It can also analyze the layout of your home and create an intelligent Map to help you clean more efficiently. The app also allows you to create Keep Out Zones that prevent the robot from roaming around certain areas, such as cords, or pet waste.

The Roomba's advanced navigation technology incorporates iRobot's top of the line Precision Vision navigation with a camera that recognizes common objects and obstacles. The cameras let it stay clear of common obstacles such as cords shoes, socks backpacks, pet toys, and then deploy custom cleaning around them. The Combo i5/i5+ also has the patented Dirt Detect technology which helps the robot pay more attention on spots that are dirty.

One of the best roomba vacuum cleaner features of this robot is its auto-emptying Clean Base, which can hold up to 60 days worth of trash and eliminate the need for manual maintenance. It also has a recharge and resume feature that sends the robot back to its home base to charge when its battery gets depleted. It then picks up where it began.

The i5+ robotic is perfect for homes with many rooms. However, it's not meant for carpeted or stairs. It has a small capacity dust bin, which means it can't clean your entire house if there is a lot of debris or pets. If you're seeking a Roomba capable of handling more demanding environments, look into the i7 or i9 models. These robots are better equipped to take on stairs and can be used to mop wet areas. The iRobot Combo i5/i5+, with its innovative design and cutting-edge technology is a fantastic choice for homes who need both a vacuum cleaner as well as a mop.

iRobot Roomba Combo i7

This premium model comes with premium features and top-of-the-line performance, which is sure to draw customers away from cheaper competitors. The most notable upgrade is the automatic dirt disposal that eliminates the need for a dustbin after each clean. Another feature is persistent mapping, which allows the i7+ to remember your home's layout and adjust to different layouts on the fly.

The Combo i7+ has a easy setup procedure, and an easy-to-follow guide on screen that guides you through the initial registration and set-up. Once the robot is registered and able to be controlled to vacuum or mop using the iRobot HOME app, or Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant voice commands. The i7+ can be easily programmed to scheduling cleaning sessions and set virtual boundaries.

In our tests, we found that the i7+ could climb over floor breaks, and other obstacles without difficulty. It was able to detect furniture and other obstructions with no problem. However, it couldn't get over a 2-inch marble slab separating the living and kitchen. Its edge cleaning is also better than the results we've seen with budget robot vacuums. It has a good grip around corners.

Once the i7+ reaches the capacity of its dustbin and then drives back to its Clean Base, empties the contents and then gets ready for the next clean. You can add cleaning fluid by pressing a button located on one side of the robot. A small water tank/dustbin is then clipped open.

The only real drawback is that the Clean Base takes up a large amount of space, making it difficult to tuck the i7+ away in a closet when it's not in use. This is a common issue with robot cleaners, and most manufacturers have charging stations that are more compact. These stations are usually able to fit under cabinets and make it easier to conceal your iRobot when it is not in use. iRobot has reached out to us following publication to clarify that the Combo i7+ is designed to be used only with the manufacturer-approved cleaning solution (sold separately). It should not be filled with water, as it could harm internal components and cause a decrease in performance.

iRobot Robot Vacuums: Effortless Cleaning for Any Home (official website) Roomba Combo i9

The robot vacuums and mop simultaneously. It uses its stainless steel arm with dual arms to pick up dirt as it moves. It also lowers its mop pad when it spots carpets to prevent getting the rugs wet which is a great feature. This feature is what iRobot calls Dry Rug Intelligence, worked well in my tests and was a huge improvement over earlier Roomba models that could only vacuum or mop without changing mode.

The iRobot app lets you design a cleaning schedule and access status and history updates. The app also includes "robot health" data, such as the length of time your iRobot will run before it requires an upgrade to a pad or filter. The app also includes detailed instructions, troubleshooting tips and advanced settings to adjust the mopping water level, the number of mopping passes per floor and more.

IRobot's new navigation system lets the i8 map its way through your home, and it can maneuver around obstructions such as power cords with ease. The navigation system can modify its cleaning route based on different floors. If you have a huge home, the i8 might need to run several times before it is finished mapping.

This robot also works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. This means you can control it with your voice, which is extremely convenient for busy people. This feature is very useful for those who have to clean their homes frequently and efficiently.

The iRobot i8 is able to connect with smart home devices and also be used with the iBraava Jet M6, a mop that can be set to automatically start sweeping once the i8 has finished vacuuming. The i8 comes with a Clean Base Automated Dirt Disposal System and an additional HEPA filter.

This is the latest iRobot flagship model, and it's their best robot vacuum yet. It has a bigger dust bin inside, and can move more easily over rugs and can detect more debris on all floor kinds. The i9 can also recognize different rooms and adjust its cleaning schedule which makes it more efficient than earlier models. The i9 also comes with more advanced mopping capabilities, such as spot mopping and deep cleaning.

iRobot Roomba i9+

The Roomba i9+ is one of the most versatile robot vacuums and mopping options, providing top-rated cleaning power on both carpets and floors. It's also among the most advanced robots available as it keeps track of the map of your home while cleaning and can return to the exact spot for any future cleaning tasks. Its SmartScrub feature is among the top in cleaning difficult dirt, pet hair and other debris that is buried deep. Dirt Detective, another new feature, identifies and prioritizes areas that need extra attention, and the Clean Base auto-filler keeps your robot's dustbin and water tank full so it never runs out of water.

The i9+ is also one of the most impressive models for traversing obstacles, including furniture and other large objects. It also does a great job of removing pet waste however, the only issue being that it may miss some when you have very deep litter boxes (we've encountered this issue on other robots, too). The i9+ is one of our top models for cleaning floors that aren't clean. It is effective in removing various debris without leaving streaks, unlike some competitors.

iRobot introduced a number upgrades with this model. These include the i7+’s outstanding performance, and a D-shaped design, which enhances its ability navigate corners and edges. Its software is upgradeable and allows users to import or transfer maps from other devices.

Its interface is simple to navigate, and the i9+'s app offers numerous features to help you control your device and schedules. It shows a helpful diagram that changes based on the current status of your robot (Ready, Charging, or working) and also a section where you can see the details of your room map and even draw it to highlight certain areas you'd like your robot to concentrate on. You can also set up your own vacuuming schedule, and manually select the rooms that your robot is supposed to clean.