iRobot Roomba Vacuum Mop Review

A mop and vacuum robot can be useful for cleaning up spills from drinks and fine dust that a broom or weak vacuum might overlook. This model updated by iRobot has a self emptying dock and smart cleaning functions.

It knows to stay clear of cords and backpacks, socks, pet toys, kitty litter boxes and other objects that could cause tangles. It also knows which areas require additional cleaning passes.

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This is a great option for anyone who wants a hands-free, thorough clean. It can be used to clean floors, or as mopping. There are also different levels of suction power and 3 options for cleaning water flow, allowing you to choose the most appropriate setting for your flooring.

You can create schedules and no-mop zones for your rooms. You can also remotely control your robot and make use of useful features, such as the ability to view the mop at an instant. This is especially useful when you have to clean the area in a short time. The app lets you alter the robot's performance. This includes the amount of suction power and mopping.

iRobot's advanced mapping technology automatically segment and label your home, while SmartScrub technology ensures an efficient, reliable cleaning for all flooring types. Additionally, Dirt Detective can help avoid the need to clean carpets and keep them looking fresher for longer, as well as a high-efficiency bin and automatic Carpet Boost help you achieve a more efficient clean.

If it's time to mop then fill the Combo Bin with water or an appropriate cleaning solution2 and your Roomba Combo j7/j7+ robot instantly transforms into a mop and vacuum combination cleaner. The microfiber pad is designed to get rid of dirt and footprints, as well as dust. Clean Base also automatically empties debris and replenishes itself.

A combination robot works best in homes with lots of hard floors. It is important to select one that can handle carpets, especially if you have lots of. The Roomba 650's Dual Multi-Surface rubber brushes and powerful suction for lift and drag make it a fantastic choice, as is the irobot vacuum cleaner Braava Jet 240, which uses a special brush to deal with the thick carpets. This robot also has an edge-sweeping brush, which prevents it from getting tangled with rug fibers. Similar to its mopping system, it makes use of a low-speed pump and microfiber pads to provide a thorough clean, without leaving streaks.

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The Combo j9+ has a solid performance, but it is also simple to use. The app gives you access to advanced settings like a surface detection system that automatically boosts suction power when the robot moves from carpet to hard floors, and a customizable cleaning schedule in the app. You can also set it up to self-empty. This is a feature that all best robot mops now have. It eliminates the need to clean up messy, dirty mopping pads at the end of every run.

The Combo j9+ has some other high-end features that make it among the top robot mops available. It can map your home using Imprint Smart Mapping which is 7x quicker than earlier irobot robot technology. It also stores multiple maps that allow you to direct the robot in a specific order or even at the moment. You can also design virtual "Keep Out Zones" to ensure that the robot only cleans the rooms you want to.

If you'd rather skip the mapping and simply tell your robot to clean a specific room, you can pair the Combo j9+ to Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant-enabled gadgets to start an ordered cleaning task using your voice. The robot is also compatible with the iRobot Home app, where you can create an Smart Map and label your rooms to get started.

The Combo J9+ is one the most effective mops to get rid of the stains that are left on bare flooring sealed thanks to SmartScrub. The proprietary Dirt Detective technology and Carpet Boost help it clean carpets efficiently. However, it's slightly more difficult to maneuver around rugs than some of the more basic robot vacuum-mop hybrids we've tested, and you have to wash the mopping pad after every run because the docking station can't automatically clean it like other models do. This isn't a huge issue however it's something to keep in mind when you're considering your choices.

App

With a robotic mop, you can keep your floors in a regular state of non-sticky cleanliness without the need to vacuum or scrub as often as with mopping by hand. This is especially useful for areas that see a lot of traffic, such as bathrooms, kitchens and entryways. You will still need to employ a traditional rag or a Swiffer wetJet to clean the toughest stains.

The iRobot app lets you design cleaning zones and customize mapping settings so that the robot is guided to where it's most needed. You can also personalize iRobot OS with Dirt Detective, which learns from mapping data, past cleaning missions and user inputs to provide cleaning tips including options to automatically prioritise dirtier rooms, or adjust settings by room such as mopping, suction and scrubbing passes.

The iRobot app is simple to use and offers a lot of control on where, when and how the robot cleans. It allows you to save and access your preferred cleaning routines, and provides personalized recommendations that fit your lifestyle. You can also create No Mop Zones and other zones that tell the robot where to avoid cleaning, as well as alter settings for specific messes, such as food spills hair, pet hair or dirty dishes.

The app also lets you to plan your cleaning schedule in advance and then stop the robot when you need to go out for groceries or pick up your children from school. You can also set a timer that will notify you when it is time for the robot to clean.

The iRobot mop's bin can be emptied and refilled manually, or it can be automated to empty on its own for up to 60 days. It is also compatible with a wider range of cleaning products than any 2-in-1. You can also choose to switch to the All-Floors Combo Bin, which can be used as a robot vacuum cleaner. It can mop and clean hard floors with just one touch.

Warranty

This newest irobot roomba combination model could be the best option if you want a robot vacuum that also mop. It's essentially a j7 robot that has an AllergenLock bag that holds dirt until you empty it, and an extra water tank for mopping. It's not as costly as the other mop-and-vacuum robots we've tested, however it can still be an investment of a significant amount.

It has an enormous self-cleaning dock which is easier to clean than other docks. A drawer on the bottom can be used to store dust bins, filters and other accessories. The Combo j7+ can also be programmed to clean specific rooms and you can specify how much liquid to use in each room. It can even be tasked to make extra cleaning passes in areas that are prone to traffic.

The mop is lifted and lowered by the same robotic arm as on other Roomba but it won't deploy if the robot senses that it is on a rug or hard floor. This prevents it from accidentally scrubbing your floor with a damp pad and ruining your floors. It is also possible to program it to mop only certain surfaces, such as sealed stone tiles, wood or laminate.

This model will mop for approximately 11 minutes before running out on battery and returning to its dock for recharge. It is extremely effective in collecting pet hair and dust from tile, hardwood, and area carpets. It can also move between flooring transition strips and surfaces. It is also able to vacuum from wall to wall without losing an edge.

In vacuum mode, Combo j7+ uses three power settings for suction and a brush roller to remove pet hair and debris. It can be programmed to vacuum specific rooms and has a quiet drive that prevents its loudest motors running until it reaches the area it's cleaning. It was among the quietest robot vacuums we tested. However, it didn't have the ability to wash its mop pads in a timely manner as we're seeing more premium robots doing these days.