iRobot Combo Essential Cleaner Review

The iRobot Combo Essential is its first robot that is focused on the fundamentals of cleaning. It features a elegant, sophisticated design and a mop that works well.

iRobot OS allows you to start cleaning, stop and schedule it directly through the app. It also provides customized suggestions, maps/obstacle-avoidance pictures, and offers personalized suggestions (opt-in). The Clean Base auto-fill dock charges the battery, then automatically empty the dust bin and refills the water tank.

What is the Roomba Combo Essential?

Filled with cleaning supplies and powered by iRobot OS, this 2-in-1 robot Robotic Vacuum With Dirt Detection and mop lets customers take two chores off their list using one handy device. It is equipped with intelligent navigation with three levels of powerful suction, and a battery life of up to 120 minutes. With a sleek low-profile design, and Edge-Sweeping Brush, dirt can't hide around corners or under furniture.

The 4-Stage Cleaning System utilizes liquid and suction settings that can be adjusted and a V-shaped multi-surfacer and an emulsified microfiber mop pad to clean multiple floors in a single move. It also has 18x more suction2 and an Edge-Sweeping Brush to help eliminate dust and dirt from the edges of rooms, and under furniture. It also has easy to use iRobot Home App controls, suggested cleaning schedules, and detailed Clean Map reports.

Utilizing the free iRobot app, users can choose from a variety of cleaning options, including spot clean, automatic, and mop only. The app allows customers to set start and stop times and pause the cleaning. The Combo Essential also supports voice control integration with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant which means you can start a cleaning session using a simple voice command.

When the Combo Essential has finished its cleaning task it will then return to its docking station to empty the dustbin into the dirt bin. Depending on the amount of dust that Combo has accumulated it is possible to empty it on a regular basis. The app lets users monitor and manage the battery of the cleaner, as well as reminders to change the mop pads.

GearBrain will be testing the new Roomba Essential combo in the coming weeks We can however say that it looks like an excellent upgrade to the 600 Series that is budget-friendly. We're impressed that it's loaded with features that are smart and offers a strong clean even with a less expensive cost.

Combo Essential is available for purchase at $275. Visit the iRobot website for more information and a complete list of specifications.

What is the Roomba Combo J9+?

iRobot has established itself as the market leader in the world of smart vacuums and mopping and its newest model, the Combo j9+, builds on the previous model. It is rated as having the best dust and dirt pick-up performance and comes with an intelligent mopping irobot system that is powered by the brand new iRobot OS. This latest software gives robots "smart cleaning preference" and lets them automatically clean rooms based on the requirements of each room. For instance they might pay more attention to kitchen floors, increase pressure on the floor scrubber when in the entryway, or boost the suction power of carpeted areas.

The j9+ is also an excellent choice for homes with mixed floor surfaces because it provides a high level of dirt and dust pickup on both bare and carpeted floors. Its navigation system was reliable and it stayed clear of obstacles during our tests. It comes with a feature that allows you to view images of objects that it encounters when you are running. This allows it to create better maps and prevents these hazards moving forward.

Its mops are simple to replace and it has a large water tank that should keep it going for about 1 month between refills. The dust bin on the board is large and comes with an opening that swings, making it easy to empty. While it is self-emptying well but you'll still have to manually remove the filter from time to time in order to prevent blocking.

The Clean Base Auto Fill dock is another great feature. It will automatically empty and refill the tank of water that the robot has. This is a feature that many of its competitors do not have and is an excellent way to cut down on the amount of maintenance that you have to complete.

The iRobot app is easy and simple, however it's not perfect. It doesn't have live coverage maps or remote control feature and can be difficult to use. It's also prone to dropping connections and often leaves you hanging. This isn't the most pleasant experience. It doesn't allow you to set a time for the robot to complete the task.

What is the Roomba Combo J7+?

The Combo j7+ is a true two-in-one robot vacuum and mop. It has a 3.8-star rating on Amazon and it's one of the most intelligent mopping robots available (though rivals like the Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni and the Roborock Q5+ are better in cleaning up mess). Its strengths lie in its solid obstacle avoidance and home navigation which allows it to maintain the same level of tidiness between more thorough cleaning sessions.

It is also very effective at keeping floors clean even when carpeting is high-pile. The robot's PrecisionVision Navigation system is able to steer clear of obstacles, such as cords, shoes pet waste, toys. Dirt Detect Technology also identifies dirty areas and begins to clean them up more thoroughly. Place the pad over the mops, and the robot will begin cleaning.

In addition to the standard mop and robot vacuum mode, the Combo j7+ can also be set to run in a sweep-only mode, where it simply sweeps the floor, without using its mops. You can also schedule a cleaning session in advance, but we found it was best to use the default settings for auto-cleaning.

Another bonus feature is the automatic updates that allow you to keep your Roomba running smoothly. You can also update manually it if you're willing to connect it to Wi-Fi, download the latest software and wait a few minutes.

As with other irobot pet series robots, the Combo J7+ requires some maintenance. Its dust bin needs to be cleaned every two weeks and its liquid chamber can be filled with cleaning solution. It comes with a tiny bottle of irobot roomba sale cleaning solution. However, iRobot suggests that Bona Hardwood/Hard Surface Cleaner is not likely to cause harm to the device. The front caster wheel is able to be removed for cleaning and its socket should be cleared of hair and other debris once a week.

The Combo J7+ is rated for use on up to 60 floors, however the amount of floors you can clean per charge is contingent on the type of floor you have and frequency. The battery's life span is between 90 and 120 minutes per charge, and you can recharge it with the included AC adapter. The docking base must be cleared of dust and dirt twice a week.

What is the Roomba Combo J6+?

The Combo J9+ is the latest combination robot cleaner from iRobot. It may not come with all the bells and whistles of iRobot's latest (and more expensive -- they start at $1,800) models. robot floor cleaners, it still provides a serious hands-free clean on carpets and hard floors. Its primary strengths are its robust navigation and obstacle avoidance systems, and its impressive mop-sweeping performance.

The j9+'s mops retract themselves that helps prevent the spread of mud on your carpet and rug. SmartScrub mops are part of its cleaning system. They move back and forth with constant pressure to scrub thoroughly even on the most difficult stains like coffee. It has a powerful suction system which can be used to remove dirt from carpets or rugs.

The navigation system of the j9+ has two high-quality cameras to aid in navigation around your home without getting caught or bumping into things like is the situation with other Roomba model. These cameras are powered by iRobot PrecisionVision technology that assists your j9+ in avoiding cords and other obstacles. It also can remember specific rooms and carpeted areas, so it can avoid mowing these areas. This feature, called Imprint smart mapping, is exclusive to the j9+ model and other Roomba i7 series models.

The robot also has a substantial debris capacity, which is especially important since it performs both tasks at the same simultaneously. Its external dirt canister can hold 2.4L, which is slightly smaller than irobot roomba combo's top-rated robot the Roomba i8+. However, it's still more than enough to clean most homes.

The mops are also simple to empty and recharge, which means that's one less thing to think about when it's time to refill or replace them. This model comes with a practical dock that is both visually pleasing and practical. It comes with indicators that tell you whether the Combo J9+ needs to be recharged, charged, or cleaned. It has plenty of storage space for additional mops or dust bags. This is a significant upgrade from the previous version of J9+, which was an ugly and outdated design.