Robot vacuums are generally very easy to use and much less work than having to manually vacuum your floor every week.
They have come a long way in terms of reliability and build quality – so much so that most models from reputable brands will last a year or two without requiring too much attention.
Furthermore, they all come with a 1-year warranty and longer warranties are available for some models (ILIFE offers a 5-year warranty).
How easy are Robotic Vacuum Cleaners to operate?
Robot vacs have come a long way in the last few years. They are now developed with smart features that almost let them run autonomously.
A basic robot vacuum can be setup one time, left to operate for a week at a time and then emptied out when its picked up enough debris.
If you hate vacuuming as much as I do with traditional vacuums, then a robot vacuum cleaner will make your free time that much better.
How Often Must I Check on my Robotic Vacuum Cleaner?
Robot vacuums work for 3 days at a time without manual intervention.
Older models use rechargeable batteries, which need to be manually charged. Most newer models have self charging though, so you don’t even have to check on those.
Robo vacs also have app integration. These apps are a great way to monitor, start cleaning, stop working and check for error alerts. They are compatible over Wi-Fi and work with most smart phones.
One issue some vacuums have is obstacles. Although they are designed to detect obstacles, some tricky floor types such as carpeted surfaces, can cause the machine to get stuck.
Verdict
A robot vac will save time for those that hate cleaning.
Although overall they are a much more complex machine, this doesn’t mean they are harder to operate.
In the contrary I find these vacuums much easier to use. I set it to clean on my app and when I return from work all the pet hair from my two dogs is gone!
At the start when you first start using it, you will need more regular maintenance and more attention, just as your vacuum adjusts to new areas. Once your robot device has learnt your home, it’ll operate on its own.
The only downside compared with a traditional vacuum is they don’t have as much suction power.