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Reasons to buy iRobot Roomba 880 :
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USABILITY |
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Shark IQ R101
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DESIGN |
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This device weighs 3.5 inches which an ideal size for it to clean under sofas, tables, beds and any furniture that is above the height.
With its low profile design. Roomba 880 can clean under beds, sofas, tables and kick boards. These are the places where dirt hides most.
This unit is with an IQ navigation feature, which enables it to clean using a row by row coverage.
Multi-room coverage. Can clean both small and medium sized rooms.
This unit has an unbeatable suction for pick up of large and small debris as well as hair on carpets and large floors.
1000 Pa – better suction power than most robots
With its unbeatable suction and self cleaning brush roll, it is able to capture pet dander and allergens making it ideal for pet owners.
Using its AeroForce 3-Stage cleaning system, the robot will be in position to capture and remove pet hair and debris left on the floor and carpet. You can also use the Concentrated cleaning function to vacuum areas where pets leave most. The dual counter-rotating extractors will reduce on hair tangles.
Unit features corner brushes that dig deep into corners for complete removal of dust and debris.
Features Spinning side brushes which remove dirt from wall edges and corners
This unit's battery running time goes for 4 hours when fully charged.
60 minutes when charged fully for 120 minutes
The recommended charge time for the device is approximately 6 hours until full charge.
120 minutes
This unit has an intelligent navigation system which is to enable it to clean multiple floors ranging from carpets to hard floors and tiles.
Able to clean floors and carpets of all types. The kind of floors it cleans include; tile, hardwood, laminate, linoleum WHILE the type of carpets it cleans include:low-pile and medium-pile carpets.
This unit features a dual edge and powerful suction property which digs deep into carpets while taking out debris and hair from carpets.
This cleaner is able to hold up battery life of 4 hours which enables it clean large rooms.
Device has a charging dock which makes it self- recharging when it runs out power.
Since it battery lasts for a short while – 60 minutes, this robot will auto dock and recharge so that it is ready for next usage.
Device is designed to recharge when needed and there after resumes from where it left off ensuring not to repeat already cleaned places.
Device is designed to know where to map the rooms in the home which lets you select which rooms to clean and which ones to leave out.
With its Multi-Room Navigation system, Roomba 880 can move clean from room to room. But if you want to prevent it from reaching specific rooms, you can use the 2 Virtual Wall Lighthouses.
Device has cliff sensors that enables it avoid stairs and decks.
It automatically detects cliffs and stairs. So it won’t fall easily when it reaches the stairs. Once senses, the robot will change direction.
This unit is relatively quiet compared to other cleaner which makes it eligible to clean the room while giving you a good work environment and can be set to quiet mode using the remote control.
Makes very little noise – it’s not that disturbing
This unit has a normal and max suction power that lets it boost from normal to max suction when required.
The AeroForce 3‐Stage Cleaning System boosts suction power 5 times more. Thus making it easier to remove debris and stubborn dirt on the floor and carpet.
Device consists of a filter and comes with an extra filter that is very useful to capture and eliminate dust, pet hair and any other light debris.
Yes, it features HEPA filters which capture 99% of allergens and dust mites that could make you sick.
Device has a total mapping feature of the rooms which lets you select which rooms to clean and which ones to avoid.
This unit is designed to sweep as it is made with two side sweepers, however it may not be able to mop the floor as you would like it to.
Device has a max mode which is used to increase the suction power in order to deal with concentrated messes.
Uses Dirt Detect Series II technology that detects dirt that could go missing. With this technology, Roomba 880 can perform concentrated cleaning where it is needed.
With the help with Radio Frequency technology, you can command the device from any room in your house. You can initiate a cleaning session; pre-program the sessions with voice command. It comes with a WIRELESS COMMAND CENTER.
Yes, you can control it remote control. Easily create schedules and manage movements of the remote from the comfort of your sofa.
Device comes with a remote control that lets you control, schedule and find out the history of cleaning sessions.
This robot is WIFI connected for your personal convenience.
This device lets you schedule cleanings and target specific rooms or areas with the Shark clean app or Alexa.
You can be able to command your robot with Alexa.
Device has a mapping feature that lets you choose specific zones to be cleaned.
Device has an XL dust bin which is able t hold up to 30 days of dirt and debris.30 days of dirt and debris.
This cleaner has a low profile design making it eligible to perform its duties.
0.63 in - features a low profile designs, so it can clean under furniture easily
Device comes with boundary strips to block off certain areas in the house.
The battery has a 2,600 mAmpH, which means the robot can clean for some hours before it requires recharging.
Lithium battery has 4400mAh, 14.4V and 63.36Wh. The battery lasts longer
Dustbin is designed to hold up a 30 session cleaning capacity of debris.
0.65 litres – you might need to empty it often so that the vacuum maintains its performance and suction power.
It features a full bin indicator to let you know that the bin is full and it needs emptying.
Device is made with a virtual wall that creates a barrier and block off an opening that is 7 feet wide.
2 virtual walls are included. You can use them in rooms or areas where you don’t want the robot to reach.
12.8 x 12.6 x 3.5 inches
13.9 x 13.9 x 3.6 in
5.7 pounds
8.4 lbs
• Powered by IQ NAV, • Maps your whole home, • It methodically cleans row by row and navigates to the next room • Has Shark suction power and features a self-cleaning brush roll • Has an XL dustbin.
• Very Easy to use • It cleans effectively • Will Clean under furniture • Hassle free operation • Cleans hardwood floors • Captures and removes Pet hair • Can be used in Carpeted rooms • Can clean Medium to Large rooms • Performs very well in high traffic rooms
• Robot when not set in quiet mode can be very loud. • Device may not be helpful when required to mop.
• Battery runtime is very low compared to other robot vacuum cleaners • Has a small debris bin • It Misses some spots even with the concentrated cleaning • Makes some noise • It clogs easily • Long charge time
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