Review of the Roomba iRobot Vacuum Cleaner

Vacuum cleaners have taken it to the next generation with the Roomba iRobot. The vacuum looks like it is something out of Star Trek and is in the shape of a disc. It is roughly less than 15 inches in diameter and only 3.5 inches high. The vacuum won't run into any walls due to its proprietary infrared sensors. If it does, he vacuum will not ruin your property thanks to rubber bumpers surrounding the unit. The Roomba iRobot has an infrared sensor in the middle which measures the distance between walls, stairway edges, furniture, or other obstructions.

The Roomba iRobot operates on battery power and does not require any electricity to use. Charging the vacuum over night will allow for seamless operation in the morning. The vacuums come with a base station. After cleaning is completed the vacuum will attempt to find the home base using the infrared sensors. Charging with the base station only takes three hours.

One of the most advanced features of the Roomba iRobot is the ability to set invisible walls which act as barriers. By placing sensors up, the vacuum cleaner will not cross the barrier. The invisible wall emits an invisible infrared beam which the vacuum will not cross. You can block portions of the house and allow the Roomba iRobot to find its way back to the charging station.

There are several aspects to consider when purchasing a robotic vacuum such as the Roomba iRobot. Every model differs in terms of features, but it is important to keep in mind the dust bin size, cleaning coverage, battery life, detection abilities, cleaning power, and routine maintenance.

Undoubtedly the Roomba iRobot is faced with competition from other manufacturers. The Infinuvo CleanMate will sweep and vacuum on your behalf. The robot will clean carpet, tile, hardwood - you name it. Like the Roomba, the CleanMate will get to all those places you can't reach. The CleanMate will clean and kill bacteria at the same time with its ultraviolet light. Unlike the Roomba's three hour battery life, the CleanMate will only last an hour on a single charge and takes significantly longer to do so than the Roomba.

Other robotic vacuums such as the P3 exist, however; they are not comparable to the Roomba iRobot. Even compared to an entry level Roomba, the P3 only can hold a 45 minute charge, does not have a base station, and cannot set cleaning patterns, nor can you set up barriers. The P3 is best for single rooms or small studios at best.

While robotic vacuum cleaners come in all shapes and sizes, finding the balance between performance and features is important. High end robotic vacuums will ensure your house remains spotless no matter what time of day it is. You never know when your mother-in-law will make a surprise visit!

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