The chances of going out will gradually increase, and many people may want to shorten the cleaning time. A convenient home appliance at such times is the "robot vacuum cleaner." Since even fine dust can be cleaned automatically, you will not be worried about small dust and hair that are generated in your daily life.

However, some may say, "I know it's convenient, but I don't know which model to choose ...". So this time, let's check the basics and trend functions as an introduction to robot vacuum cleaners.

What about the shape of a robot vacuum?

Many people think of a robot vacuum cleaner as a round shape. However, some triangle types and square models are also on sale.

[Reference] Panasonic MC-RSF1000

Panasonic's MC-RSF1000 is a triangular robot vacuum cleaner. Since the brush reaches the corner of the room, you can also scrape out the accumulated dust.

Is it true that robot vacuum cleaners tend to get tangled in their hair?

Maybe some people think that robot vacuums are more likely to get tangled in hair and pets than the cleaners we use to clean them all the time.

Some robot vacuums do not have a brush in the first place and can directly suck dust on the floor. Since there is no brush, there is almost no worry that long hair or pet hair will get entangled. However, the direct suction type is not good at scraping out dust in places with long hair such as carpets.

[Reference] Roomba i3

Also, if you have a type of robot vacuum cleaner with a brush, we recommend a model that uses rubber or silicon for the brush. You will not have to worry about your hair getting tangled.

The iRobot "Rumba i3" uses the "rubber dual action brush". Two types of rubber brushes remove hair and large debris.

Is there a robot vacuum cleaner that can also be used for wiping water?

Some robot vacuum cleaners are available that can be used not only for "suction cleaning" but also for "water wiping".

[Reference] Iris Ohyama Robot Vacuum Cleaner IC-R01-W White

For example, Iris Ohyama's "Robot Vacuum Cleaner IC-R01-W White" is an excellent product that can be used for both suction cleaning and water wiping. You can suck in dust in the front and clean the flooring in the mop part at the back.

Robot vacuum cleaner that can clean multiple rooms with the mapping function

If you have a robot vacuum cleaner with a mapping function, the sensor can create a floor plan of the room and clean it efficiently.

[Reference] Anker Eufy RoboVac G30 Edge

Anchor Japan's "Eufy RoboVac G30 Edge" is equipped with three types of sensors, so you can follow the exact route and clean every corner of the room. In addition, if you link with the smartphone app "EufyHome", you can check the cleaning route on the app as well as the start and end of cleaning.

By placing the attached border tape on the handle, you can freely change the area you want to clean and the area you do not want to clean.

Can robot vacuums clean carpets?

Models that can suck not only flooring but also dust and dirt such as rugs and carpets are on sale for robot vacuum cleaners. However, there may be cases where the robot vacuum cleaner sucks in long-haired rugs, so it is a good idea to choose a type that has an entanglement prevention function.

Is there a robot vacuum that can cross the carpet if it's a small step?

For those who want to clean not only the flooring but also the carpet, we recommend a robot vacuum cleaner that can overcome small steps.

The iRobot "Roomba 642" can easily get over low threshold steps such as carpets and clean it. You can't miss the fact that it detects the material of the floor and automatically adjusts the height of the cleaning head.

Two brushes scoop out and suck in the fine dust that has entered the carpet.

Which one do you recommend? What is the most popular robot vacuum cleaner in Amazon's ranking?

So far, we have confirmed the basics of robot vacuum cleaners. So what kind of model is specifically recommended?Let's see the recommendations of the major EC site "Amazon"

If you check the "Selling Ranking" of "Amazon" as of November 2021, "Eufy RoboVac 11S" of Anchor Japan is popular.

[Reference] Top-selling ranking

Eufy RoboVac 11S can run continuously for up to 100 minutes (used on flooring in standard suction mode). A highly functional three-layered filter removes mites, mold and allergens for cleaner cleaning.

[Reference] Eufy RoboVac 11S

Can you compare the suction power of a robot vacuum cleaner and a cordless cleaner?

It can be difficult to compare the suction power of robot vacuums, cordless cleaners, and canister vacuums.

Vacuum cleaners (cleaners) have one index that indicates suction power, called "suction work rate". * Please see the related article below for the suction power.

[Related article] What is the performance "suction work rate" that you definitely want to check when purchasing a vacuum cleaner?

It is rare that the suction power is displayed in the specifications of the cordless cleaner, and the suction power is rarely described in the specifications table of the robot vacuum cleaner.

Therefore, it is difficult to compare the suction power of robot vacuums, cordless cleaners and canister vacuums.

* Data is from the editorial department as of mid-November 2021. * Although every effort has been made to ensure that the information is complete, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the content. * Please use and operate the product at your own risk.

Sentence / Takamizawa Ko