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Reasons to buy iRobot Roomba i7 :
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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.
Its height is 3.62 inches. Similar height with all Roomba Vacuum cleaners. It can clean under furniture effectively.
This unit is with an IQ navigation feature, which enables it to clean using a row by row coverage.
1991 Sq.ft – can be used in both medium and large rooms
This unit has an unbeatable suction for pick up of large and small debris as well as hair on carpets and large floors.
1700 Pa – stronger than most robot vacuums
With its unbeatable suction and self cleaning brush roll, it is able to capture pet dander and allergens making it ideal for pet owners.
Due to its High-Efficiency Filter which captures 99% of pet allergens and the Premium 3-stage cleaning System which captures more pet hair in a single pass. This model is ideal for homes with pets.
Unit features corner brushes that dig deep into corners for complete removal of dust and debris.
Its Dual Multi-Surface Rubber Brushes keep close contact with the surface, so they can clean wall edges and corners effectively
This unit's battery running time goes for 4 hours when fully charged.
120 minutes – enough to clean a large room or apartment
The recommended charge time for the device is approximately 6 hours until full charge.
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This unit has an intelligent navigation system which is to enable it to clean multiple floors ranging from carpets to hard floors and tiles.
Its cleaning brush is designed with rubber treads that work on different floor surfaces - hard floors and carpets. They do adjust and flex so as to capture every small particle and dirt.
This unit features a dual edge and powerful suction property which digs deep into carpets while taking out debris and hair from carpets.
Its Power boots function and Power-Lifting suction will deliver 10X more air for deep carpet cleaning
This cleaner is able to hold up battery life of 4 hours which enables it clean large rooms.
Can be used in large rooms due to its long run time of 120 minutes.
Device has a charging dock which makes it self- recharging when it runs out power.
Yes, Roomba i7 auto docks its self after the 120 run time and recharges the battery to full capacity – getting 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.
After recharging the battery, Roomba i7 will auto resume with the cleaning task. It will start from where it stopped.
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.
It can clean from room-to-room. The robot uses an Imprint Smart Mapping technology which helps it to know each room in your house. So it will clean from one room to another.
Device has cliff sensors that enables it avoid stairs and decks.
Uses its strong camera and sensors to detect cliffs and stairs.
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.
Noise level is 65 db – not too loud as vacuum sticks.
This unit has a normal and max suction power that lets it boost from normal to max suction when required.
Boosts suction power 10x when it gets to areas with lots of dust. It also boosts its power when it gets to thick carpets.
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.
Features a High Efficiency HEPA filtration system which captures 99% of allergens, dust mites and small particles 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.
With the Imprint™ Smart Mapping technology and iAdapt 3.0 Navigation, Roomba i7 will plan and understand the entire floor of your home or apartment.
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 the Advanced Dirt Detect Technology to detect high concentration of dirt in an area thus perform concentrated cleaning in that area.
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.
Can be operated with a mobile application or a voice control device like Amazon Alexa. Create cleaning schedules via your mobile app and also monitor performance.
Device comes with a remote control that lets you control, schedule and find out the history of cleaning sessions.
Install iRobot mobile application and connect with Roomba i7 from anywhere.
This robot is WIFI connected for your personal convenience.
Uses wifi connectivity to sync with Amazon Alexa and iRobot mobile App
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.
Can be controlled by voice using Amazon Alexa. All you have to do is to speak with Amazon Alexa to turn on Roomba i7.
Device has a mapping feature that lets you choose specific zones to be cleaned.
Use the Spot Mode to command Roomba i7 to thoroughly clean areas with high concentration of dirt
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.
3.62 inches – height. With this low profile, Roomba i7 go under the sofa and low profile furniture above 3.62 inches
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.
3300 mAh
Dustbin is designed to hold up a 30 session cleaning capacity of debris.
500 ml
Device is made with a virtual wall that creates a barrier and block off an opening that is 7 feet wide.
Comes with a dual mode virtual wall barrier
12.8 x 12.6 x 3.5 inches
13.3 x 13.3 x 3.6 inches
5.7 pounds
7.45 pounds
• 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.
• Long battery runtime • HEPA Filtration • Equally good on hardwood and carpet • Ideal for regular cleaning • Cleans Effectively • Hassle Free Operation • Very Easy To Use • Cleans Under Furniture • Can be controlled with a smart phone • Strong suction power • Mapping and Smart Navigation system
• Robot when not set in quiet mode can be very loud. • Device may not be helpful when required to mop.
• It is not fast • Small dust bin • Automatic Dirt Disposal is sold separately
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