Black Friday Robot Vacuum Deals
Boston--Whether you're looking to purchase one for yourself or someone on your list there are plenty of early Black Friday robot vacuum deals to make use of. Brands are offering discounts on a variety of products that self-empty vacuums, as well as ones that can mop.
The most notable are the iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ at Walmart with a self-emptying dock and an Amazon bestseller that detects pet poop and avoid stairs and ledges and schedule cleanings using your smartphone.
1. iRobot Roomba Combo j5+
The Roomba Combo j5+ is the newest 2-in-1 model in iRobot's premium line and comes with both mopping and vacuuming capabilities. It's powered by iRobot OS, which helps it to become more intelligent over time and creates the Smart Map of your flooring. It lets you label your rooms, make cleaning schedules and define no-mop areas for your carpets. It can see objects and obstacles thanks to the latest obstacle avoidance technology from iRobot. It is also able to recognize all types of carpets from thin to low-pile and then adjust its cleaning mode according to the type of carpet.
Like the iRobot Combo j7+ features Power-Lifting Suction. It is designed to be used for both vacuuming as well as mopping. It comes with a separate bin for dirt and a second combo mop/vacuuming bin that you fill with water or a liquid cleaner. The robot is able to automatically switch between mopping and vacuuming modes according to the contents of its bins.
The Roomba Combo j5+ uses iRobot’s Enhanced MVac Mode to deliver powerful dust suction, leaving your floors sparkling clean. This mode utilizes the Clean Base Automatic Dirt collection system to empty the robot's dirt bin and provide you with a unrestricted hands-free experience. The Combo J5+ comes with an individual power switch that allows you to instantly switch between mopping and cleaning.
It's simple to set up and use your robot with the iRobot Home app. With just a few clicks, you can design a custom cleaning schedule for your entire home or a single room. You can also monitor your robot remotely and check its current status.
You can use your smartphone as remote control to initiate cleaning or a chore or allow your voice to control it. The iRobot Combo j5+ is compatible with Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant. This allows you to easily connect your smart home devices. It comes with the pet-safe P.O.O.P technology (Pet owner's official promise) which helps it steer clear of pet mess. floor vacuum robot is a great choice for pet owners who would like the convenience of robotic vacuums and mops.
2. Shark ION
The Shark ION is a basic robot vacuum cleaner with a good amount of features for the money. It offers a long-lasting run time and is able to clean carpeted and bare floors rooms. It also comes with a helpful app that works well with Alexa. It does not have the mapping capabilities and other advanced controls that are found in higher-priced competitors.
This robotic vacuum comes with a powerful motor with multi-surface brush rolls that get into corners and cracks to make sure your home is truly clean. It also comes with bumper sensors to prevent collisions, as well as the lower cliff sensor stops the robot from falling down the stairs. It can be programmed to clean rooms or sets of rooms at regular intervals.
The Shark ION is very good in cleaning floors with no dirt. However, it struggles to get rid of pet hairs and debris from carpeted surfaces. It is also prone to getting caught in furniture. However it does a good job of avoiding obstacles and it can run for a long time of up to 90 minutes.
The user interface of this robot is simple to use and is among its most appealing features. There is a round cleaning button at the top of the unit that you can press to start the cleaning process or use your phone to launch the Shark ION app and give it a voice command. Once you've done that, the app will display the battery level and status of the vacuum and also if it has completed a full or partial cleaning session.
Another thing that a lot of users liked about this model is its ability to work with Alexa. It is easy to turn the vacuum off and on with the simple voice command and you can make use of the app to plan cleaning times. The only negative that we could find with this vacuum is that it takes longer to charge than the other models that we've looked at, and the two included hand vac attachments don't fit inside the base and could be lost easily.
3. Samsung Jet Bot AI+
Besides being a top-rated robot vacuum, this Samsung model also functions as a home monitoring camera. It has a camera that which you can access through your smartphone and is designed to monitor the surrounding area of your home. You can set up a timer to watch your home while you're away. This is perfect if your pets shed or you want to be watching for any intruders.
Samsung Jet Bot AI+ comes with a number of features such as object recognition and home monitoring, self-emptying bins for dust and five layers of filtering. It's an excellent choice for people who want an exceptional vacuum that is able to perform on hard floors but doesn't mind a bit of dust on carpets.
One of the greatest characteristics of this robot is its sophisticated obstacle avoidance. It uses sensors and artificial intelligence in combination to scan the surrounding area and identify items. It either navigates around the object or declares it an area that is not allowed on the map. This feature is not available on other robots, which makes the Samsung an ideal choice for your home.
On the contrary this model isn't able to do very well at spot cleaning. We tested it by scattering rice grains across carpets with low pile and sending the robot to clean. The robot did a poor job of moving the rice grains around and did not remove any of them. This is a disappointing result considering that other models have done better in this test.
It's also worth noting that the Samsung Jet Bot AI+ can be a bit pricey in comparison to its competitors. Other robotic vacuums offer similar performance at a lower price. Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid, for instance is a top-rated robot vacuum that has similar features for half the price.
Like other Samsung smart devices, this robot can be controlled through the SmartThings app. Setup is simple with the help of the app's prompts. The app lets you look at the map, set the cleaning schedules and adjust suction power, select no-go zones, and manage other settings. It also shows you the current status of the robot and when the dustbin must be emptied.
4. Manvins Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo
If you're not ready to commit to a dedicated robot vacuum and separate mop, this all-in-one model could be just what you need. It's available for less than half the price and comes with four cleaning modes. The dust container for the vacuum is easy to empty, and the mopping tank can hold up to 200 milliliters (7 ounces).
We tried this robot in our Cleaning Lab last year, and found it to be effective on hard floors as well as carpet with a low pile. Its Matrix Clean Navigation, which employs a grid-like pattern to cleanse every corner of your home, can also recognize stairs. It includes an integrated remote that makes it simple to adjust settings.
It can also be controlled by voice. You can start and stop a cleaning cycle with an app on your phone or tablet. The app allows you to create a cleaning schedule and choose a cleaning mode. The robot will return to its charging base automatically following each cleaning session or when the power is low.
This robot vacuum is a top choice for busy families, and it's currently available at more than 50% off the original price. It has a 4-out-of-5 customer rating and features an intelligent cleaning system that utilizes the three steps to ensure that your home is clean. It can detect pet hair and dander so it is a great choice for households that have pets.
Most modern robotic vacuums and mops are compatible with smartphone apps that allow you to save maps of your home and create custom cleaning schedules and manage the functions of your machine. Certain models also come with smart mopping pads that dry between uses, which helps to stop mildew and fungi from forming on your floor.
The slim design of the vacuum-mop unit allows it to be tucked into corners and under furniture, while its full suite of sensors gracefully avoids obstacles and stairs. It integrates smartly with apps and the mopping pad is equipped with triple HEPA filtration technology to keep fine dust particles from getting into the indoor air.