Contrary to other robot vacuums, this one isn't afraid to go on the stairs. Like all mops and vacuums it is susceptible to clogging due to debris, such as tennis shoes, jewelry, thread or other loose objects.
You can use the iRobot Home app to label rooms and set up zones that are not allowed to enter. You can also monitor the performance of your mops as well as their battery status.
iRobot Combo j7+
The Combo j7+ is a robot vacuum and mop that combines the smart mapping capabilities of iRobot along with the ability to deal with spills. It is equipped with the same acoustic sensor onboard and iAdapt 2.0 Navigation that is used in other Roomba models and maps your home seven times more quickly than previous versions. It also lets you set Keep Out Zones and Clean Zones to inform the robot which areas it should stay clear of and when it should clean them.
The robotic arm is the main feature of the J7. It keeps the mop pad hidden when it is not in use and lowers it for carpeting or hard flooring. In my testing it, the Combo J7+ was successful in avoiding spraying water on the rug. The robot was not able to pass over the rug, even after I moved it around a few times.
The arm is equipped with a 240mL tank which can be easily removed and refilled. This makes it more convenient to use than the mop pads found on many other 2-in-1 robotic arm. It also uses the iRobot's PrevisionVision technology to avoid obstacles, which is more sophisticated than other models of this kind.
iRobot Combo i5
This multitasker can mop and vacuum in one machine. The vacuuming process is completed with a specially designed bin that can accommodate up to 60 days of debris. According to iRobot, this reduces the amount dust released into the air. The i5+ comes with dual multi-surface rubber brushes and Power-Lifting suction to take care of dust and dirt hair, pet hair, and stains. When you're ready to mop, just swap between the Mopping Bin and a compatible cleaning solution.
The i5+ uses iRobot OS, which means it gets smarter as you use it. It learns your floorplan, creating a Smart Map that remembers room names as well as your specific cleaning preferences. It can then be directed to clean a room or schedule a schedule for the entire level of your home through the iRobot app.
iRobot is able to detect household clutter such as shoes, bags, cords and toys. It will then stop and return to the docking station, allowing it to recharge and complete the cleaning task at a later time. It also supports voice commands with Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri and Google Assistant, understanding around 600 voice commands - more than any other 2-in-1 robot.
iRobot Combo j5
The robot mop and vacuum from iRobot will work well in homes with hard floors or carpets. It utilizes intelligent mapping and eliminates obstacles to clean efficiently. It also offers various mopping options, including the powerful SmartScrub system that helps clean tough stains. In addition, it can set No Mop Zones in order to ensure that carpets don't get getting sucked up. Additionally, its dock automatically refills the mopping solution. The price is higher than the previous Roomba Combo j7+, however it has more features.
Its patented Mopping Drive System applies a pressure to the floor, which allows for a deeper clean. It also gets rid of tough staining. It also can reach under furniture and in tight spaces to provide a thorough clean. The Combo j5+ can also be used with the iRobot Clean Base to automatically eliminate dirt.
It utilizes Smart Mapping to navigate your home 7x faster than before5 and pinpoint rooms with 90% accuracy6. It can create a map of your entire home, meaning it can clean any place you'd like in a single run. It will also stay clear of objects like backpacks, cords, or toys. It will also stay clear of socks, shoes and kitty litter boxes. With the iRobot app, you can schedule your home's cleaning schedule and manage your robot from anywhere.
iRobot Combo i3
The iRobot Combo i3 is an updated version of the original Roomba i3. It has the same great dirt compartment on the outside and it also has a HEPA filter to trap allergens, but now it also supports smart mapping. You can now create no-go zones to stop the vacuum from vacuuming these areas repeatedly. The i3 Plus has a lot of other fantastic features, like its advanced cleaning system and a power-lifting 10x vacuum. It also has a three-stage cleaning procedure. It also has a textured surface to keep away fingerprints, dust and hair of pets.
It performs well on bare flooring and can clean up most debris, but it struggled with pet hair on low-pile carpets. It is quieter and does a fantastic job on high pile carpets. The i3 is a little more expensive than the Roborock S4 Max but it has a self-emptying station which emptys the dirtbag, fills its water reservoir, and cleans the mop pads.
You can design cleaning schedules using the i3 App. You can also use your voice assistant to control your robot and begin or stop the cleaning. It can also track your home's unique layout and give you a personalized cleaning routine and schedule. It uses state-of-the-art sensors for mapping to help you navigate carpet and hardwood and learns about your habits to maximize performance.
iRobot Combo i2
The Combo i2 is the latest robot vacuum and mop from iRobot. It combines iRobot's smart floor cleaning technologies to make it an excellent option for homes with hard floors and a few rugs or carpets. The Combo i2 has a combo system that allows it to switch between vacuuming or mopping by pressing the button. It also features iRobot's advanced navigation technology. Its PrevisionVision system is far superior to the norm and can avoid obstacles such as power cables and steps.
Its Smart Map remembers the rooms you clean and your preferences. It can even detect the room that requires special attention, like the living or kitchen. It also has the Clean Base Automatic Dirt disposal system, which empties dust automatically for up to 60 days.
Another outstanding feature of the Combo i2 is its dual multi-surface brushes. automatic vacuum cleaner provide a cleaner cleaning than standard mops by removing more dirt from the corners and along edges. The robot's acoustic sensor allows this. The Combo i2 also offers powerful suction as well as an intelligent design. It is controlled via the iRobot App with voice assistants as well as an adjustable calendar.
iRobot Combo i1
The Combo i1 robot vacuum can also mop. If the unit senses that a surface requires to be cleaned, it raises and swings under it with an arm that is equipped with an edging pad for cleaning. The back of the unit has a dust bin and a water tank that can be removed to add cleaning solution. The robot utilizes a Bona cleaning product, however it can also be utilized with other brands.
In contrast to most robot vacuums the Combo i1 can retract its mophead completely to the top of the robot when it spots carpet. This allows it to vacuum and then clean the carpet with its microfiber cloths making sure that all surfaces are spot-free. It has a complete set of sensors and navigation abilities that help it stay clear of obstacles such as furniture and cords.
It also has a higher battery to keep it going for longer, and an automatic self-emptying mode that will reduce the frequency of emptying its dustbin. It's a good choice for households that require the convenience of one robot that can be used in multiple cleaning modes. It can be controlled with voice commands via Alexa or Siri on devices that support Google Assistant. It can be programmed to begin and stop at certain time intervals.
iRobot Combo i4
This iRobot robotic mop and vacuum is perfect for anyone who wants to keep their home clean without lifting a single paw. It works with Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can control it via voice commands. Plus, it has smart mapping technology that means you can set a schedule and the robot will perform the work for you.
It has a low-profile docking station that doesn't occupy any space. It also has an emptyable dirt compartment. However it's impossible to view the inside of the compartment since it's made of transparent plastic. The i4 is also missing some features, like the AI-powered obstacle-avoidance and keep-out zones found on the j7 and j7+.
It does come with a powerful vacuum system and rubber brushes that do not get tangled with pet hair. It's an excellent choice for homes that have high-pile carpets as it can take on more dirt and debris than weaker vacuums. The i4 also requires less maintenance and has lower ongoing costs and is more efficient in its most suction-free mode.
