The renowned manufacturer of robot vacuum cleaners iRobot is constantly improving its models. iRobot Roomba 780 with artificial intelligence and advanced functionality, cleans the room better. In the review, we will look at the technical specifications, functions, pros and cons of the robot vacuum cleaner.
Appearance
The iRobot Roomba 780 is stylishly designed in a silver gray finish. It is made in the usual round shape with the sides slightly sloping downwards, which allows it to more deftly overcome low obstacles and thresholds. Its diameter is 35.3 cm, its height is 9.2 cm. It weighs 3.8 kg.
On the top panel there is a display with touch buttons, a clock and a timer. In the center is the main button for turning on the auto-cleaning mode, the backlight of which changes depending on the charge level. An infrared sensor is installed on the edge, which scans the room to determine the distance of obstacles and the height of furniture. Vacuum cleaner with a handle for easy portability. The button for opening the dust container lid is indicated by a small notch.
On the side there is a soft polymer bumper, an air outlet and a socket for connecting to the mains. On the bottom there are:
- two driving wheels;
- swivel roller;
- one side brush;
- main brush above the suction inlet;
- battery compartment;
- the bottom of the transparent dust container;
- height detection sensors.
Specifications
The robot vacuum cleaner is designed for dry cleaning of the room, which provides the following parameters:
- area: up to 90 sq.m;
- garbage collection method: cyclone filter;
- dust container size: 0.8 l;
- operating modes: 4;
- there is an anti-entanglement system;
- control: remote control;
- there is a timer;
- base installation: automatic.
The robot is equipped with a 3000 mAh NiMH battery. The charge lasts for 120 minutes, recharging takes 180 minutes.
Functionality
The robot is equipped with two types of brushes: rubber - for cleaning hard surfaces, with nap - for carpets. The limitation of the cleaning area occurs through virtual beacons that can delimit rooms. Filtering out dust in the waste container is performed by two filters, one of which is HEPA. The vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts to the type of floor, choosing one of three cleaning modes.
The wide arrangement of the drive wheels improves the maneuverability and maneuverability of the iRobot Roomba 780. A feature of the robot is the ability to turn in one place. He performs cleaning according to four programs:
- Clean. He builds the route himself and chooses the trajectory of movement. Upon completion, it returns to the station.
- Spot. Cleaning a small area with heavy dirt. The robot should be moved to this area or directed by the remote control.
- Scheduled Cleaning. Manual control.
- By timer. The vacuum cleaner turns on at the chosen moment, cleans the room according to a given plan and comes to the base.
Remote control, at the same time, the robot dodges obstacles, even when directed at them. In addition to programming and setting a timer, it allows you to limit the cleaning time. It will clear only in the specified time range, then return to the station.
Equipment
The iRobot Roomba 780 has significant equipment. All items are packed in a box and are listed in the instructions. The kit includes:
- robot;
- base;
- Charger;
- two main brushes;
- side brush;
- dust collection container;
- two additional filters;
- two lighthouses (virtual wall);
- remote control with two batteries;
- filter brushes;
- instructions in paper form and on DVD.
Advantages and disadvantages
Thanks to its high-quality assembly and thoughtful equipment, iRobot Roomba 780 has many advantages:
- stylish design;
- good maneuvering, ease of overcoming obstacles;
- high-quality navigation system ensures systematic cleaning of the room;
- large equipment;
- the ability to limit the work area using a virtual wall;
- the presence of a sound notification about the selected mode, start of work, end of charge, etc.;
- independently gets out of the wires;
- high-quality filtration;
- collection of any type of garbage, including wool.
The disadvantages of the robot are considered the lack of some features that are characteristic of automatic vacuum cleaners in this price segment:
- does not build a map;
- cannot be controlled from a smartphone;
- does not provide for wet wiping of the floor.
Also, users consider it a disadvantage to equip with a NiMH battery, and not the more modern Li-Ion. The price of the model is about 38 thousand rubles.
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