iRobot Roomba Vacuum Mop Review

A combination vacuum/mop robot is great for picking up spills from drinks and the thin dust layers that a broom and weak vacuum might miss. This model updated by irobot robot vacuum has a self emptying dock and smart cleaning features.

It is aware of the dangers of cords and other objects such as backpacks, pet toys, cat litter boxes, socks, and backpacks. It also recognizes which areas require extra cleaning passes.

Controls

This is a great solution for anyone looking for a hands-free, deep clean. It can be used to clean floors or even as mopping. There are various levels of suction power and three options for cleaning water flow, allowing you to choose the best option for your floors.

The app allows you to define no-mop zones as well as schedules for your rooms. You can also control your robot remotely and utilize useful features, such as the ability to see the mop at a glance. This is especially helpful when you need to tidy the area in a hurry. The app also offers settings that allow you to modify the robot's performance, including the amount of mopping and suction power.

iRobot's advanced mapping technology automatically segments and labels your home, while SmartScrub technology provides an effective, reliable clean for all types of floors. Additionally, Dirt Detective helps you avoid cleaning carpets, so they look fresher for longer. A high-efficiency bin and an automatic Carpet Boost can aid in achieving a more thorough clean.

When it's time for mopping then fill the Combo Bin with water or a compatible cleaning solution2 and your Roomba Combo j7/j7+ robotic irobot roomba instantly transforms into a mop and vacuum combination cleaner. The microfiber pad is designed to remove dirt, dust and footprints. Clean Base also automatically empties debris and replenishes itself.

A combination robot is perfect when you have a lot of hard-floored areas in your home. It's crucial, however, to choose one that can handle carpets if you have a lot of. The Roomba 650, with its Dual Multi-Surface Rubber Brushes and powerful lift-and-drag vacuums is a fantastic option. Similar to the iRobot Braava Jet 240 uses a specially designed nozzle for carpets that are thick. This robot has an edge-sweeping feature that stops it from getting caught in rug fibers. The mopping system is also equipped with an extremely low-speed pump and microfiber pad to provide an extremely thorough clean that leaves no streaks.

Performance

The Combo J9+ offers excellent performance, however it is also simple to use. The app gives you access to advanced settings like a surface detection system that automatically ramps suction power when the robot is moved from carpet to hard floor, and a customizable cleaning schedule in the app. You can also set the robot to self-empty this is an option that all of the top robot mops have now adopted--it prevents you from having to deal with dirty mopping pads that are dirty after every run.

The Combo J9+ is equipped with some top-of-the-line features, making it one of best robot mops that are available. It can map your home using Imprint Smart Mapping, which is 7x faster than the previous iRobot mapping technology, and also stores multiple maps, allowing you to control the robot's ability to clean certain areas of your house on a schedule or in the moment. You can also create virtual "Keep Out" zones to avoid certain areas of your home and make sure that the robot is focused on areas that you wish to clean.

If you'd rather skip the mapping process and instead instruct your robot to clean a certain room it is possible to pair the Combo j9+ to Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant-enabled gadgets to start a directed cleaning job with your voice. The robot can also work with the iRobot Home App, where you can create a Smart Map by labeling your rooms.

The Combo j9+ is one of the most effective mops for taking off dirt and stains from floors that are sealed, due to its SmartScrub tech. It also cleans very well on carpets, assisted by its exclusive Dirt Detective and Carpet Boost technologies. It is more difficult to maneuver around carpets as compared to other robot vacuum-mop combinations we have tested. You must also clean the mopping pad manually after each run, as the docking station does not automatically clean it. It's not a big deal however it is worth considering when looking at your options.

App

With a robot mop you can keep your floors in a regular state of non-sticky cleanliness without having to scrub or vacuum every time you use a traditional mop. This is particularly 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 self empty App lets you design cleaning zones and modify map settings to allow the robot to be directed to where it is needed the most. You can also personalize iRobot OS with Dirt Detective, which learns from mapping data, past cleaning missions and user inputs to offer cleaning tips with the option of automatically prioritising rooms with more dirt, or alter settings according to room, such as suction, scrubbing and mopping passes.

iRobot's app is easy to use and offers a lot of control over where the robot cleans when, how often and how. It lets you save and access your favorite cleaning routines and offers personalized recommendations that fit your lifestyle. You can also create No Mop Zones and other zones to tell the robot where to avoid cleaning, as well as adjust settings for specific messes, such as food spills, pet hair or dirty dishes.

Another great feature of the app is the capability to create cleaning schedules in advance, and also to stop the robot if you have to go out for groceries or pick up the children from school. You can set a timer that will alert you when it is time for the robot to clean.

Bins can be empty manually, refilled or automated to empty themselves up to 60 day. It also works with a wider range of cleaning solutions than any 2-in-1. You can also choose to switch to the All-Floors Combo Bin, which can be used as a robotic vacuum cleaner. It can mop and vacuum hard floors with one single touch.

Warranty

If you're looking to purchase a robot that can vacuum and mop the same time, this model from iRobot may be the right choice. It's essentially a j7 robot with the addition of an AllergenLock bag that holds dirt until you empty it, as well as a larger water tank for mopping. It's not as costly as other robot vacuum-mop combinations we tested, but it can still be a big investment.

It has a large self-cleaning dock, that is cleaner than other docks. A drawer on the base is a storage space for filters, dust bins and other accessories. You can also set the Combo J7+ to cleanse specific areas and specify how much cleaning liquid to use. It is even able to perform additional cleaning passes in areas that are prone to traffic.

The mop is raised and lowered by the same robotic arms that are used on any other Roomba. However, it will not deploy if it is aware that it is placed on carpet. This prevents it from accidentally scratching the floor with a wet pad, and ruining your floors. It is also possible to program it to mop only certain surfaces, like wood, sealed stone tiles or laminate.

This model mops for around 111 minutes, before the battery runs out and it returns to its dock to recharge. It is extremely efficient in collecting dust and pet hair from hardwood, tile, and area rug. It can also navigate between flooring transition strips and surfaces. It can also vacuum wall-to-wall, without losing sight of an edge.

In vacuum mode, the Combo J7+ utilizes a brush roll, dual spinning edge brushes and three suction settings to pick up pet hair and debris. It can also be programmed to vacuum only certain rooms, and it comes with an option for quiet drive that keeps its most raucous motors from turning on until it is in the room that it is cleaning. This was among our quietest robot vacuums. It did not wash its mop pad automatically like we've seen high-end robots do in recent years.