Black Friday Robot Vacuum Deals
BOSTON-- Whether you're buying one for yourself or someone you want to gift it to there are a lot of early Black Friday robot vacuum deals to take advantage of. Brands are offering discounts on a variety of items that self-empty vacuums, as well as ones that mop.
A few highlights include the iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ with a self-emptying dock available at Walmart and an Amazon bestseller that can detect pet poop, avoid the ledges and stairs and make cleaning appointments using your smartphone.
- iRobot Roomba Combo j5+
The Roomba Combo j5+ is the most recent 2-in-1 model in iRobot's premium line, and includes both vacuuming and mopping functionality. It is powered by iRobot OS which makes it smarter with time and creates a map of your floors. This enables you to name rooms and create cleaning schedules as well in defining no-mop zones for your carpets. It can see obstacles and objects with the new obstacle avoidance technology of iRobot. It can also detect carpets of all kinds from low-pile to thick, and alter the cleaning mode in line with the carpet.
Like the iRobot Combo j7+, this model features Power-Lifting Suction and is made for vacuuming and mopping. It has separate dirt bins and an additional mop/vacuuming bin that you can fill with water or liquid cleaner. The robot will automatically switch from vacuuming to mopping mode based on its bin contents.
Utilizing iRobot's Enhanced MVac Mode, the Roomba Combo j5+ delivers powerful dust suction to get your floors spotless. This mode also utilizes the Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal feature to clear the robot's dirt bin, providing you with a hands-free experience. The Combo J5+ also comes with an individual power button that lets you immediately switch between mopping and vacuuming.
The iRobot Home App makes it simple to use and set up your robot. With just a few taps you can design a custom cleaning plan for your whole home or a single room. You can also track your robot from afar and see its status.
You can even use your smartphone as remote control to initiate cleaning or a chore or use your voice to command it. The iRobot Combo j5+ supports Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant, making it easier to pair with your existing smart home devices. It is equipped with pet-safe P.O.O.P technology (Pet owner's official guarantee), which helps it avoid pet messes. This is a great choice for those who have pets but wants the convenience of a mop and vacuum combinator.
- Shark ION
The Shark ION robot vacuum cleaner is a basic model, but it comes with lots of features. It has a long run time and it does a good job cleaning carpeted floors as well as bare rooms. It also has a useful app that works well with Alexa. However, it lacks the mapping capabilities and other advanced controls of expensive competitors.
This robotic vacuum comes with a powerful motor as well as a multi-surface brush roller that can get into the corners and cracks. It will ensure that your home is well cleaned. It has bumper sensors that help it avoid collisions, and an lower cliff detector to keep the robot from falling. It can be programmed to clean a room or set of rooms at regular intervals.
While the Shark ION performs very well on floors that are clean, it does struggle to clean up pet hair and other small particles on carpeted areas. It can also get stuck under furniture. However, it does a decent job of avoiding obstacles and it has a long runtime of up to 90 minutes.
One of the most appealing aspects about this robot is its user-friendly interface. There is a round cleaning button located on the top of the unit, which you can press to begin the cleaning process, or you can make use of your smartphone to launch the Shark ION app and give it a voice-command. The app will then tell you how much battery is left and the current status of the vacuum. It will also inform you whether the cleaning session is complete or not.
Another feature that many customers liked about this robot is its ability to work with Alexa. You can turn this vacuum on and off using an easy voice command, and you can utilize the app to set up cleaning times. The only thing we didn't love about this vacuum was that it took a little more time to charge as compared to other models that we've reviewed. Additionally the two hand vac attachments included don't fit into the base and are easily lost.
- Samsung Jet Bot AI+
This Samsung model is not just an excellent robotic vacuum cleaner, but it also doubles as a camera to monitor your home. It comes with a lens that which you can access through your smartphone and is built to monitor the surrounding area of your home. You can set a schedule to have it patrol your home while you're away. This is great if you have pets shed or you wish to watch for any intrusions.
Samsung Jet Bot AI+ includes a variety of features, including object recognition, home monitoring, self-emptying dust bins and five layers of filtering. It's an excellent choice for those looking for an expensive model that excels at cleaning hard floors, but don't mind some dust on carpets.
One of the best robot vacuum black friday characteristics of this robot is its sophisticated obstacle avoidance. It utilizes sensors and artificial intelligence in combination to scan the surrounding area and find objects. It can either navigate around the object or mark it as an area that is not allowed on the map. This feature is not available on other robots, making the Samsung the best choice for your house.
On the contrary this model doesn't perform well with spot cleaning. We asked the robot to clean a carpet with rice grains scattered on it. The machine was unable to pick up or push the rice grains. This is a disappointing result given that other models have done better in this test.
It's also worth noting that the Samsung Jet Bot AI+ can be quite expensive when compared to its rivals. Other robotic vacuums offer the same performance for a lower cost. Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid, for instance is a top-rated robot vacuum that offers the same features at a fraction of the cost.
Like other Samsung smart devices, this robot can be controlled by the SmartThings app. Setup is simple with the help of the in-app prompts. The app lets you see the map, create cleaning schedules and suction power settings and zones of no-go areas, and manage other settings. It also shows the current status of your robot and lets you see when the dust bin needs to be cleaned.
- Manvins Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo
If you're not ready make the commitment to an individual robot vacuum and separate mop, this all-in-one model could be just the thing you're looking for. It's currently available for half price and features four different cleaning modes. The vacuum dust container is easy to empty and the mopping tank holds up 200 milliliters (7 7 ounces).
We tested this robot in our Cleaning Lab last year, and found it to be effective on hard floors as well as low-pile carpet. Its unique Matrix Clean Navigation uses a grid pattern to ensure that every spot in your home gets cleaned, and it has the capability of detecting stairs. It comes with a remote that makes it simple to alter settings.
It can also be controlled by voice. You can start and stop a cycle of cleaning with an app on your tablet or phone. The app also allows you to create the schedule for cleaning and choose the cleaning mode. The robot will return to its charging base automatically after each cleaning session, or when power is low.
This robotic vacuum mop is an excellent choice for busy families. It's currently on sale at less than half its original price. It has a 5-star score from customers and has an intelligent cleaning system that utilizes the three steps to ensure your home is clean. It can detect pet hair and dander, so it is a great choice for families with pets.
Modern robotic vacuums and mops can be used with smartphones applications. These applications allow you to save maps of your house as well as create customized cleaning programs, and even control the machine. Some models also come with smart mopping pads that can dry in between uses, which helps prevent mildew and bacteria from forming on your floor.
The compact design of the vacuum-mop combination enables it to fit into corners and under furniture. Its full suites of sensors also gracefully avoid obstacles and stairs. The mopping pad is fitted with triple HEPA filtering technology and an application that integrates it. This will prevent dust particles from entering the air in your home.