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A robotic vacuum -- or a robovac -- offers intelligent programming and guided vacuuming abilities. Robovacs use brushes and suction to clean tile and wood floors in addition to carpets, and come in a variety of shapes and sizes.
Typical costs: |
- Robotic vacuum cleaners typically cost $200-$400 for popular models that can navigate floors well without getting stuck, are reliable, and have high owner-satisfaction.
- Well-rated models of robotic vacuums include the iRobot Roomba 614[1] , which retails for $225-$250, the iRobot Roomba 675[2] , which retails for $250-$275, and the Eufy RoboVac 11S[3] , which retails for around $220.
- More expensive models include the iRobot Roomba S9[4] , which retails for $1,000-$1,100. High-end models like the S9 have features like large bristles, which make it more effective at sweeping things up, a more powerful vacuum, and a larger canister, so it can go up to a month without being emptied.
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What should be included: |
- Each model robotic vacuum is different, but all should come with a light-weight cleaning device with a range of brushes. The vacuums "see" the house and avoid obstacles such as stairs and sleeping pets. Most standard-size vacuums hold a charge for two-three hours; smaller devices generally run out of steam in less than an hour.
- Optional features include a charging station, a remote control device, filters, bumpers for room installation so the vacuum avoids certain areas, and cleaning tools.
Additional costs: |
- Robotic vacuums come with a wide range of accessories and replacement parts that can add to the cost of purchasing and maintaining one of the devices.
- Replacement batteries for robotic vacuums cost $20-$90.
- Power supplies and charging stations for robotic vacuums cost $20-$60. Some models, like the Roomba series, can use upgraded chargers that recharge the device faster.
- Replacement filters for robotic vacuums cost about $15-$20 and generally come in multi-packs. Some models use HEPA filters, which cost about $25.
- Some robotic vacuums require bumpers strategically placed around a room to help the device recognize obstacles. The bumpers also help prevent scuffing. Bumpers and protective strips cost $10-$20.
Shopping for a robotic vacuum: |
- Bob Vila offers tips of things they wish they'd known before buying a robotic vacuum cleaner[5] .
- Toms Guide offers advice on choosing a robot vacuum[6] .
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External Resources: |
- store.irobot.com/default/roomba-vacuuming-robot-vacuum-irobot-roomba-614/R614020.html
- store.irobot.com/default/roomba-vacuuming-robot-vacuum-irobot-roomba-675/R675020.html
- www.eufylife.com/products/variant/robovac-11s/T2108111
- store.irobot.com/default/roomba-vacuuming-robot-vacuum-irobot-roomba-s9-9150/s9150...
- www.bobvila.com/slideshow/10-things-i-wish-i-had-known-before-i-bought-a-robotic-v...
- www.tomsguide.com/us/robot-vacuum-buying-guide,review-4084.html
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