TOP 10 best robotic vacuum cleaners for home according to customer reviews

The rating of the best robotic vacuum cleaners in 2020 is divided into two parts - robots of the premium segment and robots of the budget segment up to 25,000 rubles. I deliberately divided the top into two categories to make it easier to choose for different budgets. In the first half of the rating, 5 models of the premium segment are presented, and in the second, 5 cheap robot vacuum cleaners. And also, one universal robot vacuum cleaner-polisher :)

In my choice, I traditionally relied on reviews from other experts and user reviews, plus my personal experience. Over the past 2 years, I have personally used 3 different models and I perfectly understand which robots are better and how they differ. In the end, I selected only the best robot vacuum cleaner deals to date in every price segment. Bad models who are not worth their money did not make it to my TOP. Choose any and you will be satisfied.

TOP 1 - Best Universal Robot Polisher 2020

HOBOT Legee 688

Leader in the segment of universal floor polisher robots in 2020... It perfectly copes with cleaning hard surfaces and is the best option for those who do not have carpets in the apartment. If you need to clean carpets, it doesn't suit you.

What is the versatility and what is interesting about this option:

1. Design and ergonomics. D - shaped, crawler-type wheels, easy removal and cleaning of the dust collector, pouring water into the container using a complete bottle.
2. Does not have a turbo brush. The debris collected by the side brush is fed directly into the suction port, where the brushless Japanese Nidec motor sucks in dust and fine debris with a power of up to 2,100 Pa.
3. The main feature of the floor polisher is wet cleaning, which is obvious in principle. Two large microfiber cloths are attached to two movable platforms, and there are nozzles for spraying water between them. The robot performs reciprocating movements with a frequency of up to 600 per minute, which simulates the work of the hands. The first wipe dry wipes the floor, the second wipes wet. The amount of water required is determined electronically based on the temperature of the surface to be cleaned. In short, we get the scheme - vacuum cleaner - dry floor wiping - water spraying - wet wiping.
4. 8 well thought-out modes of operation, perfectly for any use scenario. In the user mode, you can separately set the suction power, the frequency of cleaning the floor and the amount of sprayed water.

In general, the robot is friendly with a smartphone, in the application you can: view a map, schedule a cleaning, view a log of past cleanings, manually adjust the movements of the vacuum cleaner. Monitoring the state of the dust collector, sensors, battery, is also carried out in the application. There is also a voice control function. The autonomy of the model is up to 90 minutes, but in maximum mode, this time is almost halved. The price is 35,000 rubles.

pros

• Price.
• Complete set - a watering can for filling a container for water, replaceable rags; spare side brushes, filters, water spray nozzles, remote control with batteries.
• Ergonomics and design.
• Rubberized bumper surround.
• Building a room map.
• Simple control from a smartphone or remote control.
• Suction power.
• Cleaning quality.
• Dry and wet cleaning at the same time.
• Movable wet cleaning platform with 2 large wipes.

Minuses

• One side brush is debatable, Xiaomi also produces all models with one brush.
• Not suitable for carpets - this is natural for this format.
• Poorly overcomes obstacles above 0.5 cm.
• The set does not include a virtual wall, the installation of restricted zones in the application is also not provided.
• Cannot be integrated into a smart home.

One of the best 2 in 1 models on the market. Competitors from the rating will not be able to provide worthy competition in terms of wet cleaning. If you focus on it, then the Hobot Legee 688 is definitely what you need, especially considering the price.

Why are there no other models of floor polishing robots here? It's simple. They are all inferior to the Hobot 688. And all the other representatives of this segment do not vacuum, they only wash the floor. Therefore, it makes no sense to add them to the rating of robot vacuum cleaners.

The best robotic vacuum cleaners of the premium segment

Premium segment models are the top functionality of robots in 2020 for an amount of 30,000 rubles and more. The main feature of this segment is advanced navigation, most often based on lidar and thoughtful software for a smartphone, with the ability to build a map, install virtual walls, and select cleaning zones. Top-end power and autonomy are usually included.

TOP 1 - Xiaomi RoboRock S5 Max

The leader of the rating among robotic vacuum cleaners. Suitable for both dry and wet cleaning. It copes well with cleaning carpets - the suction power is 2000 Pa, the presence of a turbo brush and the ability to identify carpets with an instant increase in the suction power. Ranked third in ranking of the best robotic vacuum cleaners for cleaning wool and hair... It has 4 operating modes, differing in suction power and the possibility of zone cleaning. Equipped with a lidar - it builds a high-quality map of the room, can store up to 3 plans in memory. Controlled from a smartphone or voice commands. In the MiHome application, you can not only select a mode, but also limit the area to be cleaned, prohibit wet cleaning of certain areas, schedule the operation of the device, and learn about its technical condition. The leader of the rating in terms of autonomy - up to 3 hours or up to 200 m2. If the area turns out to be larger, the vacuum cleaner will divide it into several cycles, go to charge at the right time, and then continue what it started. The design of the device is strict and laconic, in the style of the company. Available in white and gray. The price is 40,000 rubles.

pros

• Price;
• Design;
• Lidar-based navigation;
• Building a map with flexible customization;
• Save up to 3 cleaning plans;
• Versatility - suitable for all surfaces;
• Suction power;
• Dry and wet cleaning at the same time;
• Autonomy;
• Convenient control from a smartphone;
• Voice control;
• Integration into the “Smart Home”.

Minuses

• One side brush;
• Wet cleaning performance is worse compared to Hobot 688;
• The volume of the water container.

As a result, we get a top robot from Xiaomi. The brand needs no advertising. I am glad that the manufacturer has begun to supply Global versions to the Russian market. Not happy about the lack of service support - correct in the comments, if not right. In 2020, from Xiaomi you can also consider the Roborock S6 and S6 Pure (a cheaper option from Xiaomi). In general, there are not many differences between them, so only one model has been added to the rating.

 

TOP 2 - Okami U100 Laser

Universal robot vacuum cleaner for dry and wet cleaning of all surfaces. For wet cleaning, you need to install a separate tank with liquid. The manufacturer has provided a small compartment for garbage in the water container, so when cleaning the floors, the vacuum cleaner collects coarse litter with a side brush. Wet cleaning is better for him than Xiaomi s5 max due to the use of the proprietary Y-shaped movement technology, simulating cleaning with a mop.In dry terms, it is also not inferior, having an even greater suction power of 2,500 Pa, which was achieved by installing the motor directly into the dust collector. By the way, the dust collector has a volume of 0.6 liters, which favorably distinguishes this model among the rating participants. Another feature of the model is the ability to install a UV lamp for surface disinfection (not included in the kit, it costs about 3,000 rubles), which is relevant during a pandemic. Management is carried out from a smartphone. In the application, on a map built by a vacuum cleaner, you can set restricted zones and virtual walls, adjust the suction power and water supply level, and manually control the movement of the robot. Autonomy of the model up to 2 hours with the possibility of a pause for recharging. The vacuum cleaner is made in a classic form factor, made of glossy black plastic with a pattern at the top that resembles digital camouflage. The price is 40,000 rubles.

pros

• Price;
• Equipment;
• Design;
• Lidar-based navigation;
• Building a map with flexible customization;
• Dust collector volume;
• Water container volume;
• Suction power;
• Cleaning quality;
• Versatility - suitable for all surfaces;
• Proprietary wet cleaning technology;
• Possibility to install a UV lamp;
• Convenient control from a smartphone;
• Fully Russified.

Minuses

• No voice control;
• Cannot be integrated into a “smart home”;
• Location of the engine in a dust container (cannot be washed with water);
• Minor software flaws.

An excellent choice for those who are willing to sacrifice innovative functions of voice control and integration into a “smart home” for the sake of high quality wet and dry cleaning with the possibility of additional disinfection. Regarding software shortcomings, the manufacturer is working on this, gradually eliminating problems identified by users, the main thing is to update the application in a timely manner.

 

TOP 3 - 360 S7

The flagship model of a robot vacuum cleaner from the company 360, was awarded 4th place in the ranking for an extremely affordable cost of 32,000 rubles, while maintaining the functionality of more expensive competitors:

• Lidar-based navigation;
• Building an accurate map of the room with the ability to limit the work area;
• Work planning;
• Determination of carpets and increasing the suction power when driving on them;
• Suction power 2,000 Pa;
• Simultaneous dry and wet cleaning;
• Voice control;
• Recharge with resumption of work;
• Up to 2 hours of work without recharging.

Management is carried out from a smartphone. There is only one operating mode, in which you can adjust the suction power and the intensity of wetting of the napkin for wet cleaning. The design of the 360 ​​S7 is borrowed from Xiaomi's flagship models - a classic form factor with a lidar tower on top. Available in white and black.

pros

• Price;
• Design;
• Functional;
• Lidar-based navigation;
• Suction power;
• Dry and wet cleaning at the same time;
• Autonomy;
• Voice control.

Minuses

• complete set (no spare consumables);
• One side brush;
• Water container volume;
• The quality of wet cleaning is inferior to Hobot 688 and Okami u100;
• Problems with the Russification of the application and voice control;
• Cannot be integrated into a “smart home”;
• Tangled in wires;
• There is no guarantee and service on the territory of the Russian Federation.

An excellent option for a limited budget in 2019, but not in 2020. If there is an opportunity to overpay, I definitely recommend Okami u100 - it has an advantage in wet cleaning. In addition, you do not have to solve problems with Russification and be afraid of the absence of manufacturer's warranty obligations.

Why wouldn't I buy this robot in 2020? In fact, the functionality of the 360 ​​S7 is completely the same as that of the Xiaomi S5 max and S6 Pure. At the same time, Roborock S6 Pure costs the same and is sold freely in the Russian Federation. 360 S7 will have to be ordered at Alishka and wait for delivery. It is in view of these facts that I placed this robot in 4th place. We are waiting in 2020 for a new product that will compete with Xiaomi in price. I like the manufacturer, it makes really high-quality robots, at a great price.

TOP 4 - iRobot Roomba i7

iRobot and 5th place? How so, you say. But there are two points - the price and only dry cleaning. There are fans of this brand, as is the case with Xiaomi. I have nothing against the manufacturer, but I'm not ready to pay 50,000 rubles for this functionality.

Moving on to Roomba i7. Vacuum cleaner from a well-known American robotics manufacturer. Designed for dry cleaning of all surfaces. It handles debris on laminate flooring, linoleum, parquet and carpets equally well. The quality is ensured by special flexible rubber turbo brushes rotating towards each other with maximum adherence to the surface. This allows any debris, including wool and hair, to be collected without the risk of tangling. The function of the control passage along the perimeter is also interesting. Operating modes - only 2 - automatic and local. Additionally, there is the possibility of cleaning in a separate room - activated from a smartphone. Also, using the application, you can schedule the operation of the vacuum cleaner, monitor the current stage of its work and view reports on previous sessions. The suction power and travel speed change automatically depending on the type of surface and the degree of its dirtiness. The vacuum cleaner is oriented in space thanks to the iAdapt 3.0 navigation system, with vSLAM mapping - accurate map construction, the ability to divide it into rooms, suitable for multi-storey buildings. The included virtual wall is used to limit the cleaning area. Autonomy up to 85 minutes. Classic design - black washer. There is a slight advantage in height - lower than competitors by 3-8 mm - convenient for cleaning under furniture. The price is 50,000 rubles.

pros

• Design;
• Advanced cartography (dividing into rooms, cleaning on several floors);
• Easily overcomes obstacles up to 20 mm;
• Suction power;
• Adaptation to the type of surface to be cleaned;
• Carpet Boost function - for cleaning carpets;
• Cleaning quality on any type of surface;
• Voice notifications in Russian.
• Cleaning planning;
• simple control with a minimum number of functions;
• Voice control.

Minuses

• Price;
• No wet cleaning;
• Mediocre autonomy;
• One side brush;
• Few features in the application (you cannot install virtual walls, adjust the power of work);
• The virtual wall is battery operated;
• Cannot be integrated into a smart home.

An excellent model for those who value ease of operation and high quality cleaning. It is enough to press one button, if necessary, set up the virtual wall that comes with the kit and enjoy the work of the robot. The suction power adapts to the type of dirty surface automatically, in especially dirty places, better cleaning is performed. The model is the leader in the rating for the ability to overcome obstacles, the high wheelbase allows it to climb even on carpets with a long pile. The best choice for dry cleaning of premises.

Only the price or the user's desire to have a wet cleaning function can become a stop factor when buying. In this case, I recommend Okami u100 or Hobot 688 if the house is not carpeted. An excellent, but more expensive universal solution is Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo 950. At the same time, I note, no matter how many tests I look, iRobot loses in navigation to robots based on Lidar, while it costs 50,000 rubles, so it takes 5th place in the ranking.

 

TOP 5 - Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo 950 (DX9G)

Robot vacuum cleaner with wet cleaning function. Handles all surfaces with ease, increasing the suction power on carpets. Interesting is the possibility of working without a turbo brush - collecting debris directly into the suction port - convenient for removing hair and animal hair. The turbo brush is located on a special shock-absorbing suspension, which improves the quality of cleaning carpets and joints in the floor, even though the suction power is small compared to competitors - up to 1500 Pa. But the model is leading in terms of autonomy, it can work for more than 3 hours without recharging, and after that it can continue cleaning.The navigation system Smart Navi 3.0 is responsible for orientation in space - 3 types of sensors with the help of which the vacuum cleaner builds a map of the room and breaks it into rooms. Suitable for cleaning on multiple levels. Flexible configuration of the assistant is available to the user from a smartphone - setting the boundaries for dry or wet cleaning, zone cleaning, defining priority rooms and zones, activating the turbo mode, adjusting the wetting intensity of the napkin, scheduling work and viewing statistics. The design of the model is classic - a washer with a slightly protruding lidar tower. Even so, the height of the vacuum cleaner - 93mm - is an advantage for cleaning under furniture. The price is 50,000 rubles. During sales, I saw a price of 42,500 rubles, which is exactly how much I would be willing to pay for this option.

pros

• Design;
• Autonomy;
• Simultaneous dry and wet cleaning;
• Building maps for several levels (floors);
• Cleaning quality;
• Recognition of particularly dirty places and carpets with automatic increase in suction power;
• Can be used without a turbo brush.
• Special design of the turbo brush;
• Smartphone control;
• Voice control;
• The volume of the water container.

Minuses

• Price - 50,000 rubles is not a super price tag;
• The suction power is lower compared to competitors;
• Cannot be integrated into a smart home.

One of the best cleaning robotic vacuum cleaners in terms of autonomy. Versatile - cleans any surface. I love this manufacturer and its robots. I think the price of 50,000 rubles is overpriced, but with a price closer to 40,000 rubles, it is an excellent option that I can safely recommend for purchase.

See also:

• TOP 13 best robotic vacuum cleaners with Aliexpress in 2020
• TOP 7 best robotic vacuum cleaners with building a room map
• 5 of the best inexpensive robotic vacuum cleaners according to customer reviews
• The best robot vacuum cleaners for cleaning wool according to customer reviews
• 10 best robot vacuum cleaners under 30,000 rubles according to customer reviews

Best inexpensive robotic vacuum cleaners

Budget employees are in no hurry to give in to their brothers from the premium segment. Most of the participants in this section of the rating also have high suction power, can carry out dry and wet cleaning, and some of them are able to become part of a “smart” home. A common drawback compared to premium models is easier navigation and superficial software.

TOP 1 - Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Cleaner 1S

The flagship model from Xiaomi designed for dry cleaning. Made in the style of the company. The work uses the SLAM algorithm (laser sensors + camera) - simultaneous localization and building a room map. In the future, with this card, the user can do whatever he wants - divide it into zones, connect, disconnect and rename rooms, install virtual walls and set a zone for the device to work, plan a work schedule. In addition, the model supports Xiao Ai voice control. Suction power up to 2000Pa (3 power modes). Autonomy - up to 2.5 hours, thanks to the installation of a new energy-efficient Cortex-A35 processor. When the charge level is low, the vacuum cleaner goes to the docking station, after replenishing the energy reserves, it continues to work from the last active point. The price is 21,000 rubles.

pros

• Price;
• Design;
• Excellent cartography with the ability to flexibly configure the work on the map;
• Excellent orientation in space;
• Simple control from a smartphone;
• High suction power and speed of work;
• Cleaning quality;
• Autonomy;
• Proprietary voice control
• The ability to integrate into the "Smart Home".

Minuses

• Dust collector volume;
• No wet cleaning;
• equipment;
• Some users have difficulty syncing with Mi Home;
• Voice control is available in Chinese only;
• Instructions in Chinese only.

A good vacuum cleaner at an attractive price. It is highly appreciated by users of the Yandex market. The filling of the robot is comparable to its older brothers, the presence of a lidar and excellent software is encouraging.Some complain about the complexity of setting up and synchronizing with Mi Home, but after carrying out this procedure once, there should be no problems.

A fat drawback for many buyers is the lack of wet cleaning. Indeed, 1S has many worthy competitors with this feature and no less attractive price, for example Genio Deluxe 500, and we pass to it.

 

TOP 2 - Genio Deluxe 500

It attracts attention with its stylish design and rich equipment. It is made of silver plastic, an LCD is installed on which icons indicate the robot mode, battery status and other relevant information. Genio Deluxe 500 has a unique modular design. Any element can be easily changed without disassembling the robot. It can do dry and wet cleaning, though not at the same time - it is necessary to change the dust collector to a container for water. The quality of dry cleaning is guaranteed by a powerful brushless motor that operates in two modes, and two complete turbo brushes: rubber - for hard surfaces, nap - for carpets. Control is carried out from the remote control or smartphone. Basic options can be activated using buttons on the vacuum cleaner itself. In total, there are 6 operating modes with the ability to adjust the power and degree of moistening of the napkin. Work planning is possible. There is a virtual wall included. The peculiarity of the model is the height of 76 mm. This allows the robot to clean up where competitors simply won't get through. Autonomy up to 2 hours - in vacuum cleaner mode and up to 4 hours in wet cleaning mode. A gyroscope and 18 pairs of sensors help in navigation. The price is 17,000 rubles.

pros

• Price;
• Design;
• Easy to maintain;
• Equipment;
• Height - 7.5 cm;
• Onboard gyroscope
• Large dust collector;
• 2 side brushes;
• Wet cleaning;
• 6 operating modes;
• Control from the remote control or smartphone;
• Autonomy.

Minuses

• Low suction power compared to competitors;
• Does not build a room map;
• No voice control.

An easy-to-use robot vacuum cleaner with an interesting design and a wet cleaning function. 6 operating modes with adjustable suction power from 500 to 1000 PA and the degree of water supply to the napkin, restricting zones using a virtual wall in the kit - everything you need for complete cleaning. If cartography is relevant for you, the ability to limit the cleaning area from a smartphone, control the voice and integrate the robot into a “smart home”, pay attention to Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Cleaner 1S, but keep in mind that it is only capable of dry cleaning and costs 4 thousand more ...

 

TOP 3 - iRobot Roomba 676

I planned to add the iBoto Smart L920W Aqua to the 3rd place, but the manufacturer announced that it is discontinuing this model. In Eldorado, at a discount, you can buy it for 20,000 rubles and if you have time for this sale, you will be satisfied with the purchase. Get a great robot with a smartphone attachment and lidar.

Now let's take a look at the iRobot Roomba 676. A vacuum cleaner from a well-known American robotics manufacturer designed for dry cleaning. A classic, modest budget employee from a top brand. The main feature in the 3-step cleaning system:

1. Three-blade brush set at 27 degrees to sweep debris out of hard-to-reach areas,
2. Two main brushes with adaptive suspension, rotating towards each other, paired with a high vacuum generated by the motor, rake debris into the waste container,
3. The HEPA filter traps dust and small particles to prevent them from returning to the air.

Marketing aside, we get a vacuum cleaner that, thanks to two brushes, removes debris well.

The iAdapt navigation system that the vacuum cleaner uses is a system of dozens of sensors and sensors for quick adaptation to any room. There is a recognition of especially polluted areas - they will be cleaned more thoroughly. The “anti-confusion” system deserves special attention. Unlike many competitors, the iRobot Roomba 676 is less tangled in wires or lightweight fabric.When hitting such obstacles, the brushes of the vacuum cleaner will stop and start again only after overcoming the "Difficult section". Management is carried out from a smartphone. Using the application, you can program cleaning, return the device to the base for recharging, monitor its actions. Autonomy up to 60 minutes. The design is an unshakable classic - a washer made of black plastic. The price is 17,000 rubles.

pros

• Price;
• Design,
• Dust collector volume;
• Suction power;
• Special design of the brush;
• Cleaning quality;
• Excellent navigation;
• Anti-confusion system;
• Recognition of particularly polluted places;
• Convenient control from a smartphone;
• Scheduling cleaning for the week (different cleaning options for each day);
• Certified service centers in the Russian Federation, a year of full warranty.

Minuses

• Mediocre autonomy;
• One side brush;
• Completion (no remote control, virtual wall);
• No wet cleaning;
• too light base, the vacuum cleaner knocks it down when moving.

The best budget solution for dry cleaning - high suction power, proprietary three-level cleaning technology in combination with the anti-tangle system allow iRobot Roomba 676 to easily cope with any dirt on different surfaces. The functionality of the iRobot Roomba 676 is noticeably curtailed, but it is much easier to manage. An ideal choice for those who do not want to understand the functions of mapping, cleaning restrictions and will not use them.

 

TOP 4 - ILIFE V8s

The budget model with the largest dust collector (0.75L) closes the rating. Designed for alternate dry and wet cleaning of any surfaces, but it copes with cleaning cows mediocre, due to the lack of a turbo brush. Has a minimum set of functions that can be controlled using the remote control:

• mode selection (manual, zigzag, automatic, perimeter, point),
• regulation of suction power, degree of humidification;
• setting up an individual schedule.

Technologies applied:

• i-Dropping - uniform wetting of the napkin during wet cleaning;
• i-Move, memorization of the already cleared area in order to avoid re-processing to save battery power.

Autonomy up to 2 hours. The model looks more expensive than it costs - a black case with a silvery front cover and an LCD display that displays the time and current operating mode. There are also control buttons that almost 100% duplicate the capabilities of the remote control.

pros

• Price - during the sales period;
• Equipment;
• Design;
• Quality of materials and workmanship;
• Small height;
• Wet cleaning;
• 5 operating modes;
• Large dust collector;
• Autonomy;
• 2 side brushes;
• I-Dropping and i-Move technologies;
• Control from the remote control;
• Cleaning programming.

Minuses

• Mediocre carpet cleaning;
• No smartphone control;
• No virtual wall included;
• there is no turbo brush;
• High noise level;
• Can't wash the dust container;

The price is 20,000 rubles. I recommend keeping an eye on the prices of this manufacturer, there was a sale on March 8th and this model was sold for 13,000 rubles, which is very acceptable. If we talk about the iLife manufacturer in general, it shows itself well in the budget segment, making high-quality robots at low prices. Most of the positive reviews on aliexpress confirm my words. I advise you to pay attention also to the V7s, V55 Pro models, which are a little cheaper, but the essence remains the same.

TOP 5 - REDMOND RV-R500

A good choice for a city apartment or a country house is the REDMOND robot vacuum cleaner. REDMOND is controlled from the remote control and offers the owner five automatic cleaning programs and one manual. Can carry out dry and wet cleaning at the same time - this is a "2 in 1" device.

The battery life of the REDMOND robot vacuum cleaner is 90-120 minutes. After finishing cleaning, the vacuum cleaner itself gets up to charge. Switching on the REDMOND robot vacuum cleaner and daily cleaning can be programmed at the desired time.

Pros:

• removes all types of surfaces
• increased dust collector (0.5 l)
• low height and maneuverability
• wet and dry cleaning
• low noise level

Minuses:

• no voice control

The low height allows the REDMOND robot vacuum cleaner to freely penetrate under furniture. And due to the volumetric dust collector, the device requires almost no maintenance. The REDMOND robot vacuum cleaner cleans all types of surfaces and performs low noise cleaning.

What to look for when choosing?

To choose a robot vacuum cleaner for your home, you need to determine which elements are most important for a quality cleaning.

Number of sensors

Sensors help the automated vacuum cleaner to navigate in space. The more of them, the better the trajectory of movement will be. Almost all models are equipped with collision sensors, obstacle recognition. The former change trajectory when colliding with furniture or walls. The latter see an obstacle from afar and avoid a collision. Typically, sensors are infrared. They use the beam to estimate the distance to the obstacle. More advanced robots may have additional sensors:

• ultrasonic - considered to be of higher quality in comparison with infrared;
• laser (Lidar) - scan the space with laser beams;
• contamination - determine the level of surface contamination for re-passing through the area or to increase the suction power;
• coverings - some models can recognize changes in the floor surface, which allows you to change the power for high-quality cleaning (for example, increase on carpets).

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Number of operating modes

Almost all robot vacuum cleaners have automatic and local modes of operation. The first provides for the independent passage of the vacuum cleaner room along its own trajectory. The second is intended for cleaning dirty areas (mainly with a spiral). Also, almost all cleaners can walk the perimeter of the room, entering the corners. These are the main modes, the presence of which is necessary for high-quality cleaning.

There are models with special modes, such as overpower or underpower. In the first case, a more thorough cleaning takes place, in the second - the work is distinguished by a low noise level. There is also an accelerated mode for quickly passing through the apartment or designed to clean only one room.

If the vacuum cleaner allows you to schedule work, it will turn on automatically at a certain time and clean according to the selected mode, for example, every other day or on certain days. Simpler robots only allow you to set the time by timer, i.e. cleaning will take place every day at the same time. A good feature is the ability to limit cleaning times.

Dust collector volume and autonomy

The larger the capacity of the waste container, the longer the vacuum cleaner can operate without having to empty. When it is full, the robot will not be able to continue cleaning. On average, containers are 0.4-0.6 liters, which is quite enough for cleaning an entire house with an area of ​​up to 80 square meters.

Particular attention should be paid to the type and capacity of the battery. The larger it is, the longer the robot will be able to function autonomously. If the battery runs out, the device will return to the base for recharging (if available). Some models are then able to continue working from the point of stop. Batteries are:

• Ni-MH: require full discharge before installing on the base (otherwise they will quickly lose capacity);
• Li-Ion: faster charge and longer work;
• Li-Pol: Eco-friendly, lighter but more expensive.

Wet cleaning function

Some vacuum cleaners can wipe the floor with a rag. To do this, you need to fix a napkin on the bottom. In advanced models, a water reservoir is provided, from which liquid is supplied to the napkin evenly (automatically). Sometimes it comes in drip, in which case wet marks may remain on the floor.

The water tank can be immediately fixed in the housing, i.e.wiping the floor occurs together with the collection of dust, or inserted instead of the dust collector (dry and wet cleaning occur alternately). Some vacuum cleaners do not have a reservoir. The rag has to be moistened by hand. This function is practically useless, because the napkin will need to be constantly wetted, stopping the device.

Wet cleaning is suitable for any hard surfaces: tiles, laminate, linoleum.

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Height of overcome obstacles

Robot vacuum cleaners are able to overcome thresholds, which allows them to clean the entire apartment, freely penetrating from room to room. The higher the vacuum cleaner has, the better. This means that he can also go on the carpet, "slip" through some random object on the floor, etc. On average, robots overcome thresholds up to 1.5-1.8 cm, but there are models that go through a height of up to 2.5 cm.

Shape and height

Almost all robot vacuum cleaners are round in shape. This increases their cross-country ability and maneuverability. Side brushes, picking up debris from corners, along the baseboards. Some manufacturers are developing oval and rectangular models, explaining this with greater efficiency. But there are no reliable facts about the influence of the form on the quality of cleaning.

The height of the robot plays an important role when there is a lot of furniture in the house that needs cleaning. On average, vacuum cleaners have a height of about 7-10 cm, but there are also models of 3-6 cm, which allows them to penetrate even under the lowest furniture.

Suction power

The suction power of the robot affects the ability to pick up larger debris. In some vacuum cleaners, this parameter can be adjusted or it changes automatically, taking into account the type of surface, the degree of its pollution. So, the enhanced mode is used mainly on carpets for better cleaning. Also, at high power, cleaning is much faster.

Noise level

Since the vacuum cleaner can take a long time to clean, the constant hum can be annoying. Therefore, it is better to choose a robot with a noise level up to 50 dB. If cleaning will take place automatically in the absence of the owners, you can not pay much attention to this parameter.

Equipment

In addition to everything necessary for work (battery, dust compartment, power adapter), vacuum cleaners can be equipped with spare brushes, filters, napkins for wet floor cleaning. Such a spare set of consumables will be very useful. Some models have a cleaning zone limiter (virtual wall), special devices for cleaning the trash can, a cloth for cleaning the case, etc.

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What features does the premium segment differ from the budget segment?

Robots of the premium segment differ significantly from the budget ones with more thoughtful functionality, the presence of navigation systems, drawing up a map of the premises, the ability to program a work schedule.

Functions	Premium segment	Budget robots
Room mapping	+	–
Gyroscope, camera	+/-	+/-
Moving along an independently compiled route	+	–
Thoughtful algorithm so that the device does not go through the harvested areas again	+/-	–
Additional operating modes	+	–
Automatic change of mode, suction force, movement method according to the type of surface or the presence of obstacles	+	–
Surface type recognition and automatic power control	+/-	–
Sound alerts	+	+/-
Day of the week programming	+	–
Ability to schedule cleaning of a specific area using a map created by a robot	+/-	–
Smartphone control	+	+/-
Compatible with the "Smart Home" system	+/-	–
The presence of a display that indicates the current state and the selected mode	+/-	–

See also:

• 10 best robot vacuum cleaners with wet cleaning according to customer reviews
• 10 best robot vacuum cleaners under 25,000 rubles according to customer reviews
• 10 best Chinese robot vacuum cleaners according to customer reviews
• 10 best robotic vacuum cleaners under 20,000 rubles
• TOP 6 thinnest robot vacuum cleaners according to customer reviews