Robot Vacuums

The Roomba has been the most recognizable name when it comes to robot vacuum cleaners.  Newcomers and challengers to the throne would need to have something special for consumers to take notice. But because most people find the Roombas expensive, other robot vacuums try to offer the same features and the same level of functionality at a more affordable price. ILIFE V5s is … [Read more...] about Reviewing the iLife V5s – What’s to Like and What Isn’t

Vacuum cleaners can be pricey, which is one reason why the Haier Robot Vacuum Cleaner attractive of a price at Amazon. It does nearly everything: sweeps and mops, picks up pet hair, gets under low furniture and comes with a remote! Of course, there is a tradeoff. The Haier Robot Vacuum doesn’t do well on anything but very low pile carpet. In what follows, I review the key … [Read more...] about Haier Robot Vacuum Review – Pros and Cons to Consider

Anker is a tech company focused on battery packs and life extenders for smartphones and tablets. However, it is looking to widen its market with a robotic vacuum, the RoboVac 10. For use on flooring or thin carpets, it at hopefully uses the company’s battery power chops to provide up to plenty of cleaning between charging. It looks very similar to most models out there in … [Read more...] about Review: Anker Robovac 10 – Does this Robot do the Job?

With falling prices, new models and brands getting involved in the market for robot vacuum cleaners is hotting up. Neato and iRobot continue to lead the way in variety and popularity, but the arrival of Dyson at the top end and a flood of low cost models at the bottom will shake up buyers’ choices into 2017. Generally, though robot vacuums are still hot sellers, with more … [Read more...] about Comparing the Botvac D80 vs D75 – Is the Difference Worth the Price?

Neato bills their vacuums as the robot vacuums with a brain. Use the Neato Connected App to clean your floors from wherever you are. Start, stop, pause, schedule, and receive notifications on the go. Neato calls the Connected, “The smartest, most powerful, robot vacuum.” It uses LaserSmart mapping and navigation to scan the room, plan the most efficient course and complete … [Read more...] about Comparing the Botvac Connected vs Botvac D80 – Which is the Best Value?

Robotic vacuum cleaners are appear at all sorts of new price points, with the Dyson Eye topping out with its price (For the latest prices and discounts, check here) and this Rollibot down at a mere fraction of the cost, making it seem quite the bargain. Focused on being small and compact, the Rollibot goes a little further than most by offering to sweep, mop, and sanitize … [Read more...] about Rollibot Robot Vacuum Cleaner Review – Cheap, But Worth it?

It’s easy to get your hands on a robot vacuum cleaner, but it can be hard to find the right one to suit your needs. There’s so many to choose from, and it isn’t always clear what the differences are between the best brands. We’re going to be comparing some of the more high-end models today, so let’s get started with some brief background information. You might be … [Read more...] about Samsung Powerbot vs Roomba 880 – Which Robot is Better for You?

The Bissell SmartClean is an entry into the increasingly crowded robotic floor cleaning market. Many brands have seen Roomba’s success and figured out where they could undercut the market leader or try to differentiate. For under $300 you get a low-profile cleaner powered by a lithium ion battery offering over an hour of cleaning. It can clean multiple surfaces, using a … [Read more...] about Bissell SmartClean Robot Review – Can it Compete with the Rest?

The latest addition to the iLife range is the new A4. Focused on robotically cleaning your carpets, it is a sensor-packed robotic vacuum with a chunky battery to provide potentially days of untroubled, automatic cleaning, all you need to do is empty the bin from time to time. Robotic vacuum cleaners continue to increase in sales, with a growing number of brands led by Roomba … [Read more...] about ILIFE A4 Review: Evaluating the A4s Budget Robot

When the Roomba 980 first came out in the later part of 2015, a lot of people were excited for its remote control properties and Wi-Fi connectivity.  Finally, a Roomba that they could control using a smartphone and with features that would allow them to do more with their automatic vacuum cleaner. However, the new Roomba’s price tag had shocked and turned off many.  This has … [Read more...] about Comparing the Roomba 770 vs 980 – Which is the Better Value?