iRobot Robots

The iRobot Robots may not be completely like the Jetsons yet, but they come pretty close. iRobots are the Roomba Vacuum Cleaner series of home robots used to automatically clean your floors.

Having trouble imagining these iRobot Robots roaming through your house?  The concept does take some getting use to, but once you give the Roomba Vacuum Cleaner the once over, many users say you will never want to be without your Roomba Vacuum ever again.

This first Roomba Vacuum Review is also probably the most recognized model. It’s the Robot 560 Roomba Vacuuming Robot in Black and Silver.

iRobot 560 Roomba Vacuuming Robot, Black and Silver

Pros – iRobot 560 The black and silver pattern is appealing.  This machine is considered quieter than some regular vacuums.  It’s also easy to program, can be used everyday, and performs edge and corner cleaning.  The iRobot 560 also continues to clean comfortably when moving from one floor surface to another; cleaning seamlessly from hardwood, to vinyl, to carpets.  One of the best features these iRobot Robots posses are they automatically return to their home-base to recharge.

Cons – iRobot 560 The iRobot 560 machine may have intermediate issues with the automatic docking feature.  Make sure the device has a clear path to the docking station.  You also have to pay close attention to when the machine is full, and the brushes need to be cleaned after each cycle. The iRobot 560 requires maintenance to keep it running well, but can that be considered a con?  Doesn’t everything require maintenance? In general, users give the iRobot 560 a very good review.

This next model is the iRobot 330 Scooba Floor-Washing Robot.  Now this is the best concept ever.  Do you know anyone who wants to wash the kitchen floor?  The word reviewer’s use for the iRobot 330 model most often is love.  People just love this floor washing iRobot Robot.

iRobot 330 Scooba Floor-Washing Robot

The Scooba 330 uses water, water and vinegar, or a Clorox based cleaning solution to scrub floors clean. The iRobot’s Scooba has a multi-staged cleaning process.  It first clears the area of dust and dirt, followed by a washing stage, then a scrubbing stage which removes grease and grim.  The finally step in the process is the drying stage which leaves floors dry enough to walk on.  What’s not to like?

One note about the iRobot Robots – all of these machines are bag-less.  You just empty the compartments and they are ready to go again.  The Roomba Robots are intuitive and soon figure out cleaning paths.

Standard Features iRobot

• Clean 3 to 4 rooms on one charge
• Cleans wall edges and other hard to reach areas
• Avoids stairs and other drop offs
• Automatically returns to home base dock
• Automatically recharges between cleaning cycles

This next model is currently the largest in the series of robotic vacuum cleaners.  If you have pets or high traffic, you want the iRobot Roomba Pet Series 532 Vacuum Cleaning Robot.

iRobot Roomba Pet Series 532 Vacuum Cleaning Robot

Specially designed for homes with pets, the Roomba 532 has two interchangeable bins to keep up with pet hair.  This is also a high capacity sweeper which holds three times more dirt and hair and is great for large spaces or high-traffic areas. This unit can also be pre-set to operate automatically up to seven times per week. The iRobot Robots have really covered all the bases in automatic floor cleaning machines.  They just keep getting better.  Obviously, this technology is here to stay.  Even if you don’t take the leap now, sooner or later you probably will.  The good news is you won’t regret it.

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They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Well look out Roomba, because here comes another imitator by the name of the Dirt Devil RoomMate Robotic Vacuum.

The Dirt Devil Robotic Vacuum comes in the signature red color of the Dirt Devil brand, and it touts some of the same features of the Roomba Vacuum, but with a new beneficial design twist.

First the Dirt Devil RoomMate obviously offers hands-free robotic cleaning that thoroughly sweeps and vacuums tile, linoleum, and wood floors. The Roomba vacuums carpets and hardwood floors. The Roommate is only for hardwood floor vacuuming.

And just like the Roomba, the RoomMate moves under furniture and around obstacles, but again what makes the Dirt Devil Robotic Vacuum stand out is the new cleaning bristles design.

Dirt Devil RoomMate Robotic Vacuum

The RoomMate randomly covers the room from wall to wall and moves in a circular pattern to clean large open areas. The RoomMate also moves in a perimeter pattern to clean along baseboards and edges to reach where dirt collects.

Dirt Devil RoomMate Robotic Vacuum Product Manufacturer Features

• 3 Cleaning Patterns
- The Roommate repeats these patterns automatically and continuously

• Ideal Hard Floor Cleaner – has built in sweep and vacuum action to easily clean tile, linoleum and wood floors

• Intuitive – vacuums hard floors at the touch of a button

• Dual Edge Cleaning Bristles – gently sweep the dirt and debris toward the central air path for easy clean up

• Straight Channel Suction – allows for the dirt to directly be transferred into the dust bin

• Step Avoidance Protection – the built-in cliff sensors help the robot to know when it is approaching stairs to avoid falling

•  Easy Filter – an easy-to-change filter prolongs the life of your machine and maintains cleaning performance

• Long Battery Life – 14.4 volts with a 4-hour charge time offers a quick, convenient wait for future use

• 50-minute Run Time – allows users to multitask and leave the area while the robot cleans up to two large rooms in one charge

• Low Profile Design – so lean and compact, this cleaning machine cleans under most cabinets, refrigerators and stoves

• Quiet Operation – with less than 60DB, users can be in the same room while it is cleaning and not be disturbed

The RoomMate Robotic Vacuum works best in enclosed areas with a 50 minute run-time to clean kitchens, baths, and other hard floor surfaces. The compact design is ideal to clean beneath furniture and stores easily. Plus, the spinning brushes help to leave no corner untouched utilizing the three simple steps for one superior clean.

With a sleek simple design and easy to read light indicator, you’ll know when it is fully charged, needs charging or when you need to empty the dirt and dust collected. With a 4 hour charge time you are able to charge quickly and begin use again.

When you are considering any of the robotic vacuums, it’s best to select the model specifically designed for your particular floor.  For instance, if you have a carpeted floor get a Roomba Vacuum.  The Roomba Vacuum cleans both hard floors and carpet so you’re covered.  If your business or home only has hardwood floors then the Dirt Devil RoomMate might be more your speed.

iRobot Robots

Dirt Devil RoomMate Robotic Vacuum – BD70050RD

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Are you still curious about the Roomba vacuum cleaners, or just on the fence about whether you really want one? The best way to really check them out is through Roomba reviews from Roomba owners.

This one is a Roomba 550 Review posted by Kireix on YouTube. She shows you how it operates and takes you through the controls.

She also shows you the Virtual Wall device; what it looks like, and how it works. Also important is cleaning the Roomba vacuum. She provides a complete close up view of the undercarriage, describes the parts and how to clean it.

It’s not a promotional video so you really get a feel of what it’s like to use and operate the Roomba 550 vacuum.

Spoiler alert; she thinks it’s awesome.

iRobot Robots

iRobot Roomba 550 / 551 AeroVac Technology Vacuum Cleaning Robot with On-Board Scheduling, 2 Extra Filters, 2 Virtual Walls, & 2 Extra Bristle Brushes

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