How to Keep a Robot Vacuum Clean
Robot vacuums can help keep your floors clean. Depending on the model, they can also sweep or mop stairs.
Look for models that include clever features, such as remote control and app control. Apps can be used to schedule cleaning sessions and keep track of progress. Some apps allow you to pause, recharge and pick up where they were when they left.
- Battery Life
With self-driving cars drones that fly through the skies and robot vacuums that swiftly move around furniture, it's safe say the future of cleaning is now here. But as with any technology, it requires some maintenance to keep it working efficiently.
The cycle of charge and discharge for the battery is the most important aspect for the longevity of your robotic device. Keeping the dust bin full and empty, examining for hairs that have become tangled frequently and preventing the brushes from becoming blocked will aid in running your robot more effectively.
Another factor is the environment in which your robot is stored, as extreme cold and heat can impact the battery's performance. You can extend the lifespan of your robot's battery by charging it to 50% and then storing it in a cool area. Also, disconnect it from the power source when it is not in use. Additionally, most smart devices have periodic firmware updates that improve performance, including battery optimization, so make sure to check your app for any available updates.
A robot vacuum is a fantastic alternative for those with many hard floors. It's able to swiftly and efficiently take away dirt and other debris, leaving your floors sparkling clean. If you're looking for more than just a quick cleanup, you'll want to look for a model with superior navigation and obstacle avoidance.
Our top-rated robot The Ecovacs Deebot T20, blends advanced navigation with a powerful suction and a variety of mopping functions to provide an extensive, thorough clean of your hard floors. It makes use of LiDAR sensors and cameras to create precise maps of your home. This helps it stay on track and avoid getting stuck on furniture legs or power cords. It can also identify objects such as shoes and clutter to automatically clean them. It's also self-emptying, so you don't have to return it to its base to empty the trash after every cleaning session.
- Dust Bin
Robots are great for quick midweek cleaning, however, they lack the suction to replace a plug-in vacuum cleaner for more thorough cleaning. Even the top robotic vacuums are prone to getting tangled in cords and toys. They also tend to overlook dirt piles near the baseboards, and struggle to eliminate crumbs from under furniture. Their onboard dust bins fill up so quickly that they must return to their charging docks in order to self-empty, which can take up to an hour for some models.
Therefore, it's crucial to select a vacuum with a large dust bin that can be emptied into its dock without returning to complete the job. It is also important to think about whether you'd like bagged or unbagged models, and if you do choose a bagless option what amount of dust will be able to hold before needing to be emptied.
In our tests, we placed 100 grams of sand to a medium-pile carpet surface and used a robot vacuum cleaner to remove the sand. Weighing the amount of sand in the dust bin onboard allows us to measure the amount dirt that has been collected. A large amount suggests that the bin could fill up faster and force the Robot Vacuum mops to stop cleaning.
It's good to know that many robot vacuums have a large dustbin, which can be easily empty. You can also schedule them to empty their bases at least one or two times a day. Keep a container filled of compressed air nearby to blow out any hairs that are tangled in the rotating brush and to clean any filters in accordance with the instructions of the manufacturer.
- Wi-Fi Connectivity
The top robot vacuums have a variety of connectivity options to connect to your home's Wi-Fi. This lets the robot download and install updates to its software, and also giving you the option to monitor your robot via an app or through voice-activated commands. This feature is not essential but it does provide convenience and options for customization that can enhance the overall robot vacuuming experience.
To keep them operating at their best the majority of models require some level of maintenance. For example, emptying the dustbin and cleaning the brushroll. Monitoring consumable components and a regular schedule for cleaning and detachment will extend their lifespan as well. Vacuum expert Emily Rairdin at University Vacuum &