iRobot Black Friday Deals

The holiday season is the ideal time to cut cleaning chores from your to-do list with intelligent robot vacuums. And this year, Black Friday deals are better than ever.

Save big on top-rated models such as the iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ robotic vacuum and mop. This home appliance comes with a smart mapping system, self-emptying capability and edge-sweeping brushes to prevent pet hair from getting stuck.

Roomba J7+

The Roomba j7+ is iRobot's most versatile mop and robot vacuum. It is a combination of smart cleaning and self emptying technology, and the most advanced features of both products. It's a great choice for homes with a lot of activity. The iRobot Home App makes it easy to setup your Roomba J7+ and get started cleaning.

The app guides you through Wi-Fi setup and the process is easy but I had to install the most recent version of software on my phone in order for it to work. After a few prompts the app asks you for permission to connect to other devices on your network. It also locates your new robot. It is crucial to update your app regularly as it contains updates for all of your Effortless Cleaning: irobot roomba i5+ robot vacuum and Mop products.

When you're done, J7+ will do the rest of the heavy lifting. It can make a map of the area in just 20 minutes, and vacuum or mop with precision on any floor type. Its smart sensor system can detect hardwood flooring and carpets and selects the appropriate mode. It also is aware of how to use the side and power brushes, which help to avoid the tangles.

In my test, I used a j7+ to clean a family room, an entryway, and a kitchen with hard flooring and area rugs. It also cleaned the carpeted upstairs hallway and two bedrooms. The j7+ was effective in each room, cleaning everything from dinner crumbs to film night popcorn to dog fur and daily dirt. It's also extremely quiet, generating just 60db of noise. This is about the same as a normal conversation, and just below the CDC's recommended levels for irritating noise.

The j7+'s most notable feature is its obstacle recognition, which can identify pet waste and charging cables as well as shoes and toys. You can program j7+ so it doesn't enter certain rooms or objects. In my tests the j7+ was able to detect and avoid all obstacles.

The iRobot j7+ is one of the most expensive robotic irobot roomba vacuums and mops available on the market, yet it offers plenty of value and will make your list of tasks shorter. Its cutting-edge technology and suction power are unbeatable.

Roomba S9+

The Roomba s9+ robotic vacuum is the first iRobot robot vacuum that uses "Perfect Edge Technology" which enables it to be closer to edges and corners. It also has a smaller design, which makes it appear less intimidating than other robot vacuums. Its sleek black body with an elegant rose gold lid that opens to allow for cleaning and emptying. The controls are located situated on the side, and not in the middle as other models. It's also a bit shorter than its competitors like the Neato Botvac D7.

The s9+ features powerful suction that is 40 times more powerful than the previous-generation model. It also features a compact brush design that is supposed to help take on more debris in just one sweep. In my tests, it picked up 95 percent of Cheerios on carpets and 90% of them on hardwood. However, it did smash a handful of pieces of hard cereal and send them flying across the floor.

The intuitive application makes it simple to use and set up the S9+. You can schedule cleaning appointments and choose which rooms to clean, and you can also make use of voice commands using Alexa or Google Assistant. The app allows you to monitor your cleaning progress and battery life.

Once it's done, the s9+ returns to its home base, which doubles as a charging dock and dirt bin. Its dust bin is easy to clean and replace and it's a fraction of the size of its competitors. You can also purchase an additional dustbin to keep at the bottom for additional cleaning.

The s9+ is able to work in tandem with IRobot's Braava jet M6 mopping robot. This is accomplished through iRobot Roomba 675: Smart Vacuum with Alexa's imprint Link Technology, which allows them to communicate with each other and share data. The s9+ docks its Clean Base when it finishes vacuuming and then informs Braava that it is ready to mop. This combination is ideal for cleaning large areas that are messy like the playroom following the celebration of a birthday. It's also a great solution for cleaning up unexpected spills or sticky areas. This robot is a fantastic option for any household.

Shark's AI Ultra

The Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a 2-in-1 robot that combines powerful vacuuming throughout the home with sonic cleaning to thoroughly clean hard floors. It comes with a large self-emptying dust bin that can hold up to 60 days of debris, which means you don't need to empty it as often. It also has superior obstacle detection than other robots, allowing it to stay clear of obstacles such as furniture and hair from pets. Some users have complained that the base fills quickly and doesn't completely empty as claimed.

The AI Ultra navigation system maps your home using 360-degree LIDAR. It creates a detailed floor plan and lets you mark rooms as No-Go zones within the app. It also lets you navigate around objects, and remain within your home's boundaries even in dark areas. In addition the mops of the Ultra feature UltraClean, which scrubs floors 100 times per minute, and removes up to 50 percent more stains than conventional mopping.

The navigational system is a huge improvement over Shark's earlier designs, like the IQ, EZ and ION. It features a precise matrix grid that covers your entire room in multiple passes, so it will never miss anything. It is small enough to fit under couches and tables and it can also climb over rugs or electrical cables without getting trapped.

The Ultra is more expensive than the Roborock Q5+ (9/10, WIRED recommends) however it's much easier to maintain and has a greater dirt capacity. It also comes with a self-emptying dock, and performs better at maneuvering its own. It has a more powerful vacuum motor and is less susceptible to be lost in thick carpeting. Despite its advantages I still prefer the IQ robot vacuum cleaner due to the fact that it has batteries that last for longer, a self-emptying container, and a superior navigation system. But if you're looking for a more affordable option, the Shark's AI Ultra is an excellent option. It has fewer parts that need regular cleaning, offers a similar battery life, and is built better. It costs $50 less than the Q5. If you're looking for a self-emptying garbage can, I recommend the Roborock.

Braava Jet M6

The Braava Jet is iRobot's advanced mopping robotic. It utilizes a precise jet spray to break down sticky grease and spills from kitchens without damaging furniture or rugs. It can also tackle tough pet stains and dirt leaving your floors looking new. It's an automated cleaning machine that can be started and stop at any time you want. It can also work with smart home devices such as Alexa or Google assistant.

The m6 is very easy to set up. Plug the mop in to its base station, and then fill its tank with water. Download the iRobot App and follow the directions to connect the mop to Wi-Fi. Once connected, m6 is now ready to begin cleaning. Press one of the three buttons on the unit to begin a cleaning session, or use the app. The m6 can also be charged automatically when its battery is empty and will continue to work until the task is finished. It also has Keep Out Zones that allow you to instruct it not to go in certain areas, like the space around a dog's bedding.

The m6 requires less power than the majority of vacuum cleaners. It requires only enough energy to spray water, move around your home, and keep the connection to your wireless router. In my tests, even a lengthy mopping session lasting two hours didn't drain the battery.

The m6 offers three preset mopping options Standard mode which balances power of cleaning with surface coverage; deep mode, that focuses on more difficult mess and extended coverage mode, for mopping that covers larger areas in less than half the time. In addition to these options you can also alter your m6's settings using the iRobot app. You can even create a custom schedule and trigger it from your other automated smart devices.

The m6 makes use of the latest vSLAM navigation system to map your home and guide it into neat rows. It is able to clean every inch of your floor. It's compact and small and can fit under and around furniture. It's never gotten stuck or snagged in my home, and it isn't yet running out of batteries. You can control the robot using an iRobot App or voice if you have an Google Assistant or Alexa device.