Black Friday Robot Vacuum Deals
Boston--Whether you're grabbing one for yourself or someone else on your list, there are a lot of early Black Friday robot vacuum deals to avail. From smart self-emptying options to ones that mop, many brands are offering discounts.
Among the highlights are the iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ at Walmart with a self-emptying dock and an Amazon bestseller that detects pet poop and avoid stairs and ledges and schedule cleanings using your smartphone.
1. iRobot Roomba Combo j5+
The Roomba Combo j5+, the latest 2-in-1 model in iRobot’s high-end range, has vacuuming and mopping features. It's powered by iRobot OS, which helps it become smarter over time and creates the Smart Map of your flooring. It lets you identify your rooms, set up cleaning schedules, and create no-mop areas for your carpets. It uses vSLAM navigation and is able to detect obstacles and objects due to iRobot's brand new obstacle avoidance technology. It is also able to detect all carpet types from thin to low-pile, and adjust its cleaning mode accordingly.
The model, just like the iRobot Combo j7+ features Power-Lifting Suction. It is designed to be used for vacuuming as well as mopping. It comes with separate dirt bins and a second mop/vacuuming combo bin that you can fill with water or liquid cleaner. The robot automatically switches between vacuuming and mopping modes according to the contents of its bins.
The Roomba Combo j5+ uses iRobot’s Enhanced MVac Mode to provide powerful dust suction, which leaves your floors sparkling clean. This mode uses the Clean Base Automatic Dirt disposal to clean the robot's dirt bin, giving you an effortless hands-free experience. The Combo J5+ comes with a dedicated power switch that lets you to switch instantly between mopping and cleaning.
The iRobot Home App makes it easy to use and set up your robot. With just a few clicks, you can design a custom cleaning plan for your entire home or a single room. You can also monitor your robot from afar and see its status.
You can also make use of your smartphone as a remote control to start a cleaning session or allow your voice to control it. The iRobot Combo j5+ is compatible with Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant. This makes it easier to pair your smart home devices. It also has pet-safe technology P.O.O.P (Pet Owner Official Promise), which helps the robot steer clear of pet-related messes. This is a great choice for those who have pets but would like the convenience of a mop and vacuum combinator.
2. Shark ION
The Shark ION robot vacuum cleaner is a basic model with a lot of features. It has a long running time and does a fantastic job of cleaning carpeted or bare floors. It also comes with a useful app that is compatible with Alexa. It does not have the mapping capabilities and other advanced controls you will find in higher-priced competitors.
This robotic vacuum is equipped with a powerful motor and a multi-surface brush roller to get into the corners and cracks. It will ensure that your home is thoroughly cleaned. It comes with bumper sensors that assist in avoiding collisions and the lower cliff detector that helps stop the robot from falling. It is also programmed to run a specific room or set of rooms in scheduled intervals, and it is capable of resuming cleaning that it stopped halfway through.
While the Shark ION performs very well on floors that are clean, it does struggle to remove pet hair and other fine particles on carpeted areas. It also gets stuck under furniture. It does a good job of avoiding obstructions, and can run for up to 90 minutes.
The user interface of this robot is simple to use and is among its most appealing features. There is a round cleaning button on the top of the unit that you can press to begin cleaning, or you can utilize your phone to open the Shark ION app and give it a voice command. Once you've done that the app will tell you the battery level and status of the vacuum, and also if it's completed a full or partial cleaning session.
Many customers also loved the fact that this vacuum can be controlled by Alexa. The vacuum can be switched off and on by a simple voice command. You can also schedule cleaning times with the app. The only issue we have found with this model is that it takes longer to charge than the other models we've examined, and that the two hand vac attachments can't fit in the base and could get lost pretty easily.
3. Samsung Jet Bot AI+
This Samsung model is not only a top-rated robotic vacuum cleaner, but it also doubles as a camera that can be used to monitor your home. It has a lens accessible via your phone, and is designed to monitor your home's surroundings. You can set a schedule to have it patrol your home while you're away. This is great for pet owners who shed or if you want to watch out for anyone sneaking in.
Samsung Jet Bot AI+ includes a variety of features that include object recognition home monitoring, self-emptying bins for dust and five layers of filtering. It's a great option for those who want an expensive model that excels at cleaning hard floors, but who don't mind some dust on carpets.
One of the most impressive characteristics of this robot is its sophisticated obstacle avoidance. It uses sensors and artificial intelligence in combination to scan the surrounding area and identify items. It can either navigate around the object or declares it a no go zone on the map. This feature isn't present on other robots, which makes the Samsung a very safe choice for your home.
This model is not very adept at spot cleaning. The robot was sent to clean a low-pile carpet with rice grains scattered over it. The machine did a fairly poor job at pushing the rice grains around, and did not take any of them. This is a sour result in light of the fact that other models did better in the tests.
It's also worth noting that the Samsung Jet Bot AI+ is a little pricey in comparison to its rivals. Other robotic vacuums offer the same quality and performance at a lower cost. Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid, for instance is a top-rated robot vacuum that provides the same features at half the cost.
The SmartThings application is used to control the robot, like other Samsung smart products. The process of setting up is simple with the app prompts that guide you through the process. The app lets you see the map, set the cleaning schedules and suction power settings and zones of no-go areas, and manage other settings. It also displays the current status of your robot and lets you see when the dustbin needs to be cleaned.
4. Manvins Robot Vacuum & Mop Combo
If you're not ready to invest in a dedicated robot vacuum and separate mop, this all-in-one model might be exactly the thing you're looking for. This model is available for less than half the price and features four cleaning modes. The vacuum dust bin is easy to empty, and the mopping water tank holds up to 200 milliliters (or 7 ounces).
We tried this robot in our Cleaning Lab last year, and found that it performed well on hard floors and carpets with low pile. Its unique Matrix Clean Navigation uses a grid pattern to ensure every spot in your home gets cleaned and has the ability to recognize stairs. It also comes with the option of a remote control, which allows you to easily alter the settings.
It also works with voice commands. You can initiate and stop a cleaning cycle through an app for your tablet or phone. The app allows you to define a cleaning routine and choose a cleaning mode. The robot returns to its charging base after each cleaning session or when the power is low.
This robotic vac mop is an excellent choice for busy families. It's currently available for sale at less than half the original price. It has a 4-out-of-5 customer rating and features an intelligent cleaning system that utilizes a 3-step cleaning process to ensure that your home is thoroughly cleaned. It can detect pet hair and dander so it is an excellent choice for households with pets.
Modern robotic cleaner and mop vacuums and mops are compatible with smartphones which allow you to save maps of your home and create custom cleaning schedules, and control the functions of the machine. Some models come with a smart mopping pads that dry between uses. This helps prevent the growth of mildew or bacteria on the floor.
The slim design of the vacuum-mop unit allows it to be tucked into corners and under furniture, while its complete range of sensors effortlessly avoids obstacles and stairs. The mopping pad comes with triple HEPA filtering technology and an application that integrates it. This prevents fine dust particles from entering the air in your home.
