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Many robots that vacuum or mop aren't able to navigate homes with thresholds and rugs. However, the iRobot Combo j7 has an advanced mapping and navigation system which makes it a good option for homes with a lot of furniture.

The smart 2-in-1 knows how to tackle various messes and uses an auto-retract mopping mechanism that stops carpet messes from becoming wet. It also has an empty base that sloughs away debris and refills cleaning solution on its own, much faster than competitors.

iRobot J7/J7+

The iRobot J7/J7+ is a robot vacuum that doubles as mop, meaning it can take care of your entire cleaning routine. It's a top performer when it comes to cleaning in our tests, picking up 9.35 grams of debris per run, which is a bit more than the average amount picked up from a full-sized robot vacuum. And it's compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant, letting you control the vacuum and mop by speaking to it rather than using the app.

Its design is smart with a compact footprint and a clean base. The mop comes with a tiny reservoir of water as well as a robotic arm that lifts and lowers the mop. A sensor on the bottom of the mop lets you know when the mop is running low. The robot has excellent navigation and can travel around your home without hitting any obstacles. It does struggle with some kinds of carpet, however, and may stop working when it detects carpeting in its route.

iRobot's own vSlam navigation isn't as accurate as the other robot vacuums we've test. In our tests the robot moved in seemingly random ways before creating a map of your home. This wasn't a problem in the real world, but it was a problem when trying to design a specific cleaning route.

The iRobot can also recognize objects in its way. It utilizes the PrecisionVision camera to identify cords as well as shoes, toys and pet waste, so it can clean up or avoid them. It was a success in our tests, and we were impressed by the amount of pet waste it stayed clear of, which is a big deal.

When the iRobot finishes its vacuum or mopping task, it returns to its dock, and empty its dirt compartment into an internal trash bag that iRobot claims won't require changing for months. It then resumes the job it was performing prior to returning to its dock. The iRobot bin full sensor can cause it to return to the dock even if the bin is not full.

Smart Navigation

iRobot is in the robotics industry for more than 30 years, has pioneered the development of practical robots for homes like Roomba as well as the first robot combo mop/vacuum. Their iRobot Combo j7+ takes the excellent Roomba V7 and adds an arm that can lift and lower the water tank, which is small, and mopping pads. It can vacuum or mop simultaneously, or run an additional vacuuming session.

You can label rooms or create areas for cleaning within the iRobot App to let your robot know what areas to pay attention to and avoid. It also lets you create and save multiple floor plans to better comprehend the layout in your home. iRobot robots are able to avoid common objects such as toys, charging cables and pet waste with the Imprint Smart Mapping function. It can even avoid rugs if you have created a rug-free zone.

It doesn't have an LIDAR (Light Detection And Ranging) system that is used by a variety of other mops and vacuums. However the iRobot the vSlam's technology remains remarkablely precise for a robot that uses optical sensors and cameras to make its map. It can eliminate dried milk and other spills that are too fine for the majority of vacuum cleaners and collects dust that the finer brushes of most robot vacuums fail to pick up completely.

It's not as efficient as the mopping robots with dedicated mopping capabilities, but it comes pretty close. Plus, you can start cleaning at any time from the app and it will resume exactly where it left off.

Unlike some other robots that have trouble keeping their tanks filled with water the Combo j7+'s is easy to refill and access. The combination mop and vacuum comes with a small dust bin and water tank that can be clipped out of the back of the base. It can hold a couple of Bona cleaning solutions or their own branded version and fills by tapping on the bottom. You can also program the bot to notify you when it's low on water.

iRobot Mobile App

The iRobot Mobile App is the link between you and your cleaning service, providing the tools needed to make the most of your robot. With enhanced maps with advanced navigation capabilities, as well as smart home integration* the app allows you to get a customized cleaning experience to your home.

The free iRobot application lets you personalize your robot vacuum, Roomba combo or Braava jet mop settings to suit your home and lifestyle. Create schedules, save your favorites and make changes at any time, and receive personalised recommendations that help you stay one step ahead of your messes.

With customized cleaning zones and a built-in pet lock, the iRobot app keeps your home secure from pets and kids while it cleans. The iRobot Mobile App can also help protect your furniture and surfaces from scratches by allowing you to mark off areas with virtual walls. This feature is ideal for dogs and children who get lost in their usual places.

You can also program your irobot series J7 and J7+ to start cleaning at specific times when you need it most, for instance, when you have company coming over or when the kiddos return from school. You can control your iRobot when you're away from home. Simply connect it to a smart thermostat, door lock, or another device1 by setting up geofencing. The iRobot app will send you alerts when it's time for replacing filters or other components making maintenance simple and allowing you to return to cleaning in no time.

The iRobot Mobile App lets you remotely monitor and control the performance of your robot to ensure that it doesn't miss any spot. You can also view an in-depth report after each cleaning session, so you know exactly what your iRobot accomplished and what areas it missed. In addition, the iRobot Mobile App is designed to give you helpful tips and tutorials that help you make the most of your cleaning experience. iRobot Mobile App allows you to use beta features, that can provide you with an insight into future enhancements. You can also help shape their development.

Smart Cleaning

The iRobot J7 robot is among of the most advanced 2-in-1 mop and vacuum robots on the market. It comes with self-emptying Clean Base, which automatically transfers debris to the dirt bag each time it docks. It's also the first iRobot robot to feature Imprint Link, which lets it start mopping hard floors such as hardwood and laminate after vacuuming. You can connect it to voice assistants like Alexa and Google Home in order to control the j7 from your smartphone.

Unlike many robots, the irobot roomba self emptying recognizes obstacles and avoids them when vacuuming. It can identify things like cords, furniture legs and charging cables that have become tangled in the brush roller. It can distinguish between a pet mess and an obstacle so you don't need to clean up cat or dog litter. It will take pictures of any obstacles it encounters, and then prompt you to go through these in the app. It will tell you if it is an issue that is temporary, or something you'd like to avoid permanently or not at all.

For mopping to mop floors, the iRobot j7 is able to identify smudges and spills on carpets, as well as detect hard floors and rugs, which is more helpful than other robots that see carpeting as carpet. It is then able to create a customized cleaning plan for each floor type. It also comes with a specific cleaning mode for grout and tile.

The iRobot App provides a variety of ways to optimize the performance of your robot, including manual controls and cleaning schedules, as well as a mapping. The iRobot App allows you to create Clean Zones that will guide your robot to certain rooms or areas within your home. The mobile app lets you to alter the settings of your robot, including its maximum speed and noise level.

Vacuums are a tiny part of the connected devices increasing in popularity in our daily lives, and companies like iRobot have goals higher than automated floor cleaning. As consumers, we need to understand how these devices gather information and what they use it for before making the purchase decision.