iRobot Combo Essential Cleaner Review

While iRobot has released a lot of innovations over the past few years The Combo Essential is the first robot in its line-up to focus on cleaning basics. It is sleek in design, smart features, and a high-performing mop.

iRobot OS allows you to start, stop and schedule cleanings directly through the app. It also provides personalized suggestions, map/obstacle-avoidance images, and offers personalized suggestions (opt-in). The Clean Base autofill dock charges the batteries, cleans the dustbin, and refills water tanks.

What is the Roomba Combo Essential?

This robot mop that doubles as a vacuum is powered by irobot robot vacuum cleaner OS and comes with a variety of cleaning products. It allows customers to complete two tasks with a single device. It is equipped with intelligent navigation and three levels of high-powered suction, and a battery life of up to 120 minutes. With a sleek low-profile design, and Edge-Sweeping Brush, dirt can't be hidden in corners or under furniture.

The 4-Stage Cleaning System utilizes liquid and suction settings that can be adjusted, a V-shaped multi-surface brush, and a microfiber mop pad that is pump-fed to scrub multiple floors in a single step. It also features 18x more suction2 and an Edge-Sweeping Brush to help eliminate dust and dirt from the edges of rooms and under furniture. It also comes with iRobot Home App control, cleaning schedules, and detailed Clean Map reports.

Using the free iRobot app, customers can choose from a range of cleaning options, including automatic, spot clean, and mop only. They can also set the timers for start and stop and stop cleaning. The Combo Essential supports voice control integration for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. You can start cleaning sessions by using your voice to speak the command.

After the Combo Essential has finished its cleaning job it will return to its docking station and empty the dustbin into the dirt bin. Based on the amount of dust the Combo has accumulated, it may require regular emptying. The app also lets users to track and manage the cleaner's battery status, a mop pad change reminder, and other details.

GearBrain will be testing the new Roomba combo Essential in the coming weeks however, we can already say it's an excellent update to the budget-friendly 600 Series. We're thrilled that it's loaded with smart features and still offers a strong clean even with the reduced price.

We're excited to try the Combo Essential in our own homes, but if you're ready to take your cleaning routine to the next level, it's available today for $275. Visit the iRobot website for more details and a complete list of specifications.

What is the Roomba Combo j9+?

iRobot is the leading brand in the market for smart vacuums/mopping, and the Combo j9+ builds on the iRobot legacy. It has a top-rated dirt and dust pick up performance and uses an intelligent mopping tool that is powered by the brand new iRobot OS. This latest software provides robots with "smart cleaning preference" and lets them automatically clean rooms according to the needs of the room. For instance they might be more attentive to the kitchen floor, increase pressure on the floor scrubber while in the entryway, or increase the suction power for carpeted areas.

The j9+ is a good choice for large homes with mixed floor surfaces because it provides a high amount of dirt and debris removal on both unfinished and carpeted floors. Its navigation system was sturdy and it stayed clear of obstacles during our tests. It has a feature which allows you to view images of objects that it encounters when you are running. This aids in creating better maps and avoid the dangers in the future.

Its mops are easy to replace, and it comes with an enormous water tank that will keep it going for about a month between refills. The dustbin onboard is huge and has a swinging lid that allows you to empty. It's important to note that even though it is capable of self-emptying, it will still have to manually empty its filter from time in order to avoid blocking.

Another great feature is its Clean Base Auto-Fill dock, that can completely empty the robot's dustbin and fill up its water tank. This is a feature most of its competitors don't have, and it's a great way to reduce the amount of maintenance that you have to complete.

The iRobot app is easy and simple, however it's not perfect. It doesn't offer a live coverage map view or remote control function, and it can be frustrating to use. It is also susceptible to losing connections and frequently signs you out, which isn't the best roomba vacuum cleaner experience. It also doesn't allow you to set a specific time at which the robot will finish the cleaning task.

What is the roomba irobot Combo j7+?

The Combo j7+ is a true two-in-one robot vacuum and mop. It has an average 3.8 star rating on Amazon and is considered to be one of the smartest mopping robots available (though rivals like the Ecovacs X1 Omni or the Roborock q5+ are better for cleaning up messes). Its strengths are its dependable obstacle avoidance, home navigation, and ability to keep a steady level of cleanliness in between more thorough cleaning sessions.

It also does a fantastic job of keeping floors clean even in carpets with high pile. The robot's PrecisionVision Navigation system is able to steer clear of obstacles like shoes, cords pet waste, toys. Additionally, its Dirt Detect Technology recognizes dirtier areas and begins to clean them more thoroughly. Place the pad on top of the mops, and the robot will begin cleaning.

The Combo j7+ has the option of sweeping the floor without the mops. You can plan a cleaning session in advance however, we found it Best Irobot to use the default setting for auto-cleaning.

Another great feature is the automatic updates which let you keep your Roomba running smoothly. It can be manually updated, too if you're willing to endure the hassle of connecting it to Wi-Fi and downloading the most recent software, which can take up to just a few minutes.

As with other iRobot robots, the Combo J7+ requires some maintenance. The Combo j7+'s dust bin must be cleaned at minimum every two weeks. The liquid chamber can also be filled with cleaning solutions. It comes with a small bottle of iRobot 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 every 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 and frequency. The battery life is as long as 90 minutes and you can charge 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 most recent combination robot cleaner from iRobot. While it may not have the bells and whistles of iRobot's newer (and much more expensive -starting at $1,800!) robot floor cleaners, it provides a serious hands-off clean on carpets and hard floors. Its main strengths include its reliable navigation and obstacle avoidance systems, and its impressive mop-sweeping performance.

The j9+'s mops are self-retracting that helps prevent wet messes on your carpet and rug. The cleaning system is based on SmartScrub mop heads that go back and forth with consistent pressure to provide a thorough scrubbing even on tough stains such as coffee. It also comes with a powerful suction system that can be used to pull dirt from carpets and rug.

Its navigation system has two precision cameras that assist the j9+ in getting around your home without getting stuck or smashing into things, as is sometimes the case with other Roomba models. These cameras are powered by iRobot PrecisionVision technology which allows your j9+ to avoid cords and other obstacles. It also can remember certain rooms and carpeted spaces so that it is able to decide not to mop those areas. This feature, dubbed Imprint smart mapping, is only available to the j9+ as well as other Roomba models in the i7 series.

The robot has a huge debris-capacity, which is important because it can do both jobs at the same time. Its external dirt canister is able to hold 2.4L, which is slightly less than irobot store's most rated robot, the Roomba i8+. But it's sufficient to clean most homes.

The mops can be easily cleaned and recharged so you don't have to fret about when it's time to refill or change them. This model also comes with a brand new attractive, visually appealing, and functional dock with indicators that notify you when the Combo j9+ is charging, in need of a refill, or if it needs to be cleaned. It also has ample storage space for dust bags and mops. This is a major upgrade from the previous version of the J9+ that had an old and ugly design.