iRobot Roomba i7 is a new product of the American company iRobot. The manufacturer specializes in the introduction of the latest technologies and the versatility of automatic assistants. Roomba i7 features high suction power and an advanced navigation system that allows the robot to successfully avoid obstacles without bumping into furniture, as well as the ability to build a high-quality map so that it can clean all rooms in a systematic way. This review examines the features, unique capabilities and main characteristics of the iRobot Roomba i7 robot.
Appearance
The iRobot Roomba i7 robot vacuum cleaner has a stylish modern design. It is made of black plastic and has the usual round shape (35 cm in diameter). The height of the appliance is 9 cm, so it cannot clean under low furniture. It weighs 3.9 kg.
On the top panel there is a display, three control buttons, a sensor and a camera with which the environment is recognized. The sensor protrudes slightly from the body, and the camera is installed in a recess. The front has a soft bumper that protects the body from impacts. On the back on the side there is a waste bin that can be removed from the side. On the bottom there are vehicles and elements that ensure the operation of the device:
- two wheels on the sides and one in front, with the help of which turns and maneuvers are performed;
- contacts for installation on the base;
- battery compartment;
- one side brush;
- double turbo brush (two rubber rollers).
Specifications
iRobot Roomba i7 has improved technical characteristics in comparison with its predecessors:
- operating area: 150 sq.m;
- obstacles overcome in height: 2 cm;
- dust collector: cyclone filter;
- garbage tank capacity: 1 l;
- the presence of an indicator of the fullness of the waste container;
- noise level: 60 dB;
- control: buttons on the body, application for a smartphone;
- has an additional fine filter;
- ability to build a room map;
- the ability to program work by day;
- there is an "anti-confusion" system;
- adapts to the type of flooring.
The robot has a 1850 mAh Li-Ion battery. It can work on a single charge for about 75 minutes. It takes 180 minutes to fully charge.
Functionality
This modification of iRobot, in comparison with earlier models, has a greater suction power and can work on any surface: linoleum, tiles, laminate, rugs, carpets. It perfectly absorbs dust, debris and animal hair. A feature of the iRobot Roomba i7 is a high-quality three-stage filtration system. Thanks to this, the device cleans the air as it passes through the filters. At the same time, it is able to neutralize allergic microorganisms produced by animals.
The unique silicone rollers of this robot provide a more complete contact with the floor surface, regardless of its texture. Brushes are good at picking up debris of all types and sizes, as well as hair and wool. It can work in several modes:
- automatic: full cleaning along the constructed route;
- local: in places with heavy pollution;
- along the walls: movement around the perimeter of the room, entering the corners;
- spiral;
- according to the set schedule.
The robot vacuum cleaner is able to perfectly navigate in space.During the initial movement, he explores the rooms, building a map for each using Imprint ™ Smart Mapping technology. After that, it generates a general map of the location of the premises, taking into account the placement in space (for several floors). For this, the device uses the iAdapt 3.0 navigation technology (vSLAM).
Having familiarized itself with all the premises and having built a map, the robot itself chooses the optimal cleaning order, setting the movement algorithm. At the same time, he creates landmarks for himself in order to understand where he has already done the cleaning, so as not to return there again.
If the automatically developed route does not suit you, you can always set the order of passage and modes manually. Smartphones compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant are suitable for this. Control is via the iRobot HOME App. In it, you can see the map generated by the robot and assign the rooms for cleansing.
Equipment
When purchasing an iRobot Roomba i7, the user receives a carefully packaged device and accessories. Unlike most manufacturers, iRobot provides quality packaging with each item in its own small box. This attitude of the company eliminates the possibility of damage to the device or other components during transportation. The box contains:
- robot vacuum cleaner;
- battery;
- charging base;
- the wire;
- virtual wall;
- spare HEPA filter;
- additional side brush;
- instruction.
The next model of the manufacturer i7 + also has a docking station with a waste container (for automatic emptying of the container). It is not included with this modification, but it can be purchased separately.
Advantages and disadvantages
To summarize and group all the information about the iRobot Roomba i7, let's compose the pros and cons of the device. The benefits include:
- stylish design;
- compact size;
- cleaning of any surfaces;
- several operating modes;
- the ability to identify the dirtiest areas;
- thoughtful design of turbo brushes;
- high power;
- three-stage filtration;
- thoughtful navigation;
- the ability to generate a map of rooms;
- anti-entanglement system in wires, between furniture legs, etc .;
- the ability to control from a smartphone;
- large size of waste container.
The disadvantages of the robot are:
- only one side brush;
- lack of a complete station with a garbage accumulator;
- no remote control;
- not a very capacious battery.
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The cost of the device is quite high - more than 50 thousand rubles. Compared to the earlier iRobot Roomba 980, which was the most popular among users, this modification has improved navigation and mapping. Compared to another new product from the manufacturer iRobot i7 + missing function self-cleaning container. It is the latter, due to this unique opportunity, according to the expectations of experts, will become one of the market leaders of robotic vacuum cleaners in an expensive price segment.
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