Robotic vacuum cleaners
Nov 9, 2021 08:46:38 #
Saw a tv ad for, I think, a Shark brand vacuum guided by laser technology. Per the ad the Shark out performed the “other” model, which was the one that first came out several years ago. At that time I was quite skeptical of performance and passed it off as a novelty. This Shark model is priced at $300.00. My problem is I am at the age where handling a floor vacuum, push or self propelled (have not seen one with reverse gear), is down right tiring. A robotic model, if it has acceptable performance values, would be a welcome addition. But being an old skeptic I do not trust ads, especially tv ones. Been burned more times than I care to admit.
Bottom line: does anyone here have any experience with these devices. Comments welcome.
Bottom line: does anyone here have any experience with these devices. Comments welcome.
Nov 9, 2021 09:24:56 #
Can’t help with personal use but Consumer Reports tests consumer products and that’s where I would go for information.
Nov 9, 2021 09:36:21 #
gsmith051 wrote:
Can’t help with personal use but Consumer Reports tests consumer products and that’s where I would go for information.
I subscribed to CR for more than 20 yrs. finally gave it up upon retirement. Maybe I am wrong, but the few times I tempted to obtain product descriptions and ratings online one needed to be a subscriber. Thanks
Nov 9, 2021 09:49:39 #
Billbobboy42 wrote:
Saw a tv ad for, I think, a Shark brand vacuum gui... (show quote)
I purchased a Roomba 2 yrs. ago. No complaints. It does a beautiful job. Gets under furniture and does places a vacumn can't do and when it is complete I can view on my phone a complete view of the floorplan of my home and what it covered. If battery gets low it will return to it's docking station to recharge and then finish the job on it's own.
Nov 9, 2021 09:54:21 #
LXK0930
Loc: Souh Jersey
Billbobboy42 wrote:
Saw a tv ad for, I think, a Shark brand vacuum gui... (show quote)
I have 2 Eufy S11 robot vacs. They are about 3 years old, and were very inexpensive.
These models do not have any smart features.They just keep running around the floor in an apparent random fashion. Eventually, they seem to get everywhere. They seem to pick up a lot of dust and small debris, but frequently get trapped under furniture, or get tangled in rug fringes. I try to set up barriers to keep the vacuum in safe areas, but they seem find ways to frustrate me I use a regular vacuum periodically to do a more thorough job. I have to empty the dust bin about once a week.
Newer (and more expensive) models seem to be a lot smarter, mapping out the areas to be cleaned and cleaning in a more organized manner. Some even empty themselves when full.
There are lots of reviews on the internet that cover cleaning ability and convenience. Also, I suggest that you avoid off-brands, since parts (filters, brushes, etc.) may be hard to find.
Good luck
Nov 9, 2021 09:54:42 #
We have Roomba - iRobot - works good as long as the floor is not cluttered with stuff (shoes, toys, clothes, etc). There are some things to be aware of such as low clearance furniture as it can get stuck and power cords or strings... We run ours every day (we have a cat that sheds). They have some models that map the floor so it doesn't continually go over the same spots... There are models that automatically empty their bin when it gets full. Ours will go from carpet to linoleum with no issues. Cleans under the tables, beds, desks and chairs which is nice. With the big Friday sales on right now, you might find some good deals. Overall, I would give our a 4 as I think the battery should last a little longer (we have a 3 year old model)...
Nov 9, 2021 10:11:25 #
I have had a roomba for many years. I love it. I works great. Picks up just as well or better than an upright vac. Yes, it may get stuck. I put sliders under the chair it got stuck under. I have invisible walls that use to come with older models and they keep it out of restricted areas. It is smart enough not to go down stairs. I have used the roomba and then used the upright right after and found the roomba did a great job. Wonderful not to move the bed to vacuum under it.
I cannot speak for a shark, but I do like the roomba a lot. Seriously, I would have to hire a cleaning person if I did not have it.
I cannot speak for a shark, but I do like the roomba a lot. Seriously, I would have to hire a cleaning person if I did not have it.
Nov 9, 2021 10:23:56 #
Billbobboy42 wrote:
I subscribed to CR for more than 20 yrs. finally gave it up upon retirement. Maybe I am wrong, but the few times I tempted to obtain product descriptions and ratings online one needed to be a subscriber. Thanks
Try your local library.
I have never subscribed to CR because I just don't shop that much. But when I want reviews, CR publishes an index (annually?) that tells you which issue has reviews of what you're looking for. And so you just grab the appropriate copy (or ask the librarian -- they can get it from another library if they don't have it).
Nov 9, 2021 21:23:40 #
gsmith051 wrote:
Can’t help with personal use but Consumer Reports tests consumer products and that’s where I would go for information.
Any time I have read Consumer Reports tests of products I am very familiar with, I didn't feel they were accurate.
Nov 10, 2021 07:07:44 #
We have two Ecovac Deebots, one is more full featured than the other(full mapping and smarter), both can be controlled by wifi device (your phone, iPad, etc). They do a good job but not as good as the Dyson regular vacuum. So once every couple months we do a Dyson vacuuming. Switch from carpet to bare floors is no problem, stairs are no problem, overall very happy with them. We have two because we have two floors. I think they are probably only getting better and better. Ours are 10 years old, still on the original battery.
Nov 10, 2021 07:53:47 #
We have 2 iRobot Roombas, and they both work well - no complaints. If you're unsure, try the 600 series which is lower priced.
Nov 10, 2021 08:33:54 #
We also have a roomba. As mentioned before don’t have clutter laying around. Only other problem is with our German Shepard (German shedder). He sheds so much the roomba can’t handle it all and leave clumps of his hair all over the place. The clumps are easy to pick up by hand.
Nov 10, 2021 09:35:35 #
As indicated from the previous comments some people very much like their robotic vacume cleaners. Just weeks ago I fired up a newly purchased Coredy. Not so good. Sent it back and bought a hand held battery operated Dyson. Very, very happy with the Dyson V8.
Nov 10, 2021 10:08:59 #
sgt hop
Loc: baltimore md,now in salisbury md
Billbobboy42 wrote:
Saw a tv ad for, I think, a Shark brand vacuum gui... (show quote)
i have one i've used for a few years...i found they do pretty good ,altho it has to be emptied quite often and animal hairs will clog the rollers....mine is quite old...i believed the newer ones have been improved....
Nov 10, 2021 10:37:12 #
StanMac
Loc: Tennessee
I’ve determined that at my age, the exercise of pushing and pulling a vacuum is a good source of much needed exercise to keep my upper body and arms in good shape. That, and my non-self propelled lawn mower.
Just a visual comparison of those robotic vacuums tells me they can’t have the capacity of of an upright or canister vac. I would think you would have to empty them or change their bags a lot more frequently than a conventional vac. Is it worth it?
Stan
Just a visual comparison of those robotic vacuums tells me they can’t have the capacity of of an upright or canister vac. I would think you would have to empty them or change their bags a lot more frequently than a conventional vac. Is it worth it?
Stan
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