Let the vacuum robot work for you
If your day lacks hours and you do not want to spend your free time cleaning your house, you may have thought about buying a vacuum robot to do it for you. These types of devices are very useful for keeping your home's floor always clean while you dedicate yourself to other things. Moreover, these smart appliances are ideal for efficiently picking up your pets' hair. Nowadays, there are many devices that perform this function, so we want to help you choose a vacuum robot.
How to choose a vacuum robot
Before buying a vacuum robot, you should consider your needs since there are many models and features that these devices can address. Take note of the qualities you need to focus on when choosing one model or another. You should check a series of initial points since not all robots are suitable for all types of users:
- Material your floor is made of: especially if you have many rugs or rooms with wall-to-wall carpet.
- Pets: if you have pets, you should look for a model that effectively picks up your animals' hair.
- Set a budget: this is one of the key parts when choosing the best vacuum robot for you. Nowadays, you will find many price ranges, so if you start with a defined budget, it will be easier to select one.
Once these initial considerations are made, you should take into account the technical features of the product you are going to buy and whether they are sufficient for the use you will give it. Therefore, you should focus on a series of parameters.
Battery life
This is an essential part when correctly choosing your vacuum robot, since depending on the use you will give it, you will need more or less battery life. If you have a large house and want the cleaning to be done with a single charge, it will be necessary to have a battery with long life. Some can clean for more than two hours continuously without recharging. When the battery runs out, the robot should reconnect to the charging station; some of these smart robots do this autonomously when their battery level is low.
Types of filters and brushes
Not all vacuum robots are the same, and not all use the same type of filters and brushes. The use of one or another will depend on your own needs and your floors. There are different types of brushes you can choose from depending on how you will use them:
- Central rotating brush: these are ideal for houses with hard floors and that have rugs. You can also use them on carpeted floors since they are much more effective than other types of rollers. Although they clean any surface very well, they are not suitable for picking up your pets' hair, so you should not choose one if you have animals at home.
- Special brushes for pet hair: these devices have an opening in the central part of the vacuum that allows hair to be picked up without getting tangled in the brush, making cleaning much more comfortable.
It is very important to pay attention to the types of filters that vacuum robots include since these are responsible for removing all dirt particles. Some models, besides cleaning the most superficial layer of dust and dirt, have a mopping function. These have a water tank that moistens a cloth capable of picking up dust more effectively.
HEPA filters (High Efficiency Particulate Air) are ideal if you or a family member is allergic. Thanks to their fiberglass mesh, these filters can vacuum and collect 100 percent of pet hair and dust, also preventing the spread of mites and bacteria.
Suction power
This is one of the main factors to consider when choosing a vacuum robot since the cleanliness of your home depends on it. If you have carpeted surfaces or many rugs, you should opt for powerful vacuums capable of adapting to these types of fabrics. On the other hand, if your floors are made of marble, ceramic, or wood, you can get one with less power. This is measured in Pascals and is usually specified by the manufacturer.
How each one navigates
The most advanced vacuum robots have a system capable of mapping the different rooms of the house to establish an intelligent cleaning pattern that is effective for your home's spaces. To carry out this intelligent navigation, they have various sensors from which they learn to create a map of your house so they can detect the space occupied by furniture and objects and avoid them effectively if they encounter them on their path.
Better if programmable
Although these devices clean by themselves, you must turn them on to start their activity, so if, for example, you are away from home and want to activate them to clean the dog's hair before an unexpected visit, you will not be able to do so.
Some models include systems that allow you to program them to clean at certain times without worrying about turning them on or off. Through programming, you can choose the days and times you want them to operate.
The most advanced ones have their own apps that let you activate the system remotely and check the device's general status, that is, its battery level, if it has had any issues during cleaning, or if you need to change the filters. Without a doubt, these are the most convenient since you can activate the robot at any time. Some can even connect to your voice assistants so you can operate them comfortably.
Tank capacity
The size of your robot's tank is crucial, so you should consider it based on your house's size and the use you will give it. If the house is large or you have pets, it is advisable to get a vacuum with a large tank. This way, you will not need to empty it daily. These devices have smaller tanks than a regular vacuum due to their size, but some can hold up to 0.6 liters.
Besides all the above, noise is a consideration you should keep in mind. Some are extremely noisy, so you will not like having them on while you are resting. It is best to choose those that are more quiet. With these recommendations, it will be much easier for you to choose the vacuum robot that best suits you and your specific needs.
