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irobot alexa Vacuum and Mop Combo Review

irobot alexa’s new Combo J7+ robot is the first combined vacuum and mop. It's similar to a Roomba and comes with similar rug-smashing capabilities, however the mop is self-filling and compatible with more cleaning solutions.

A tiny robot arm pops up from the base when you instruct it to mop with the iRobot Home app or voice assistant. The robot only releases mop arms when it senses a hard surface. They are not able to drag over carpets and rugs.

Features

A Energy Efficient robot vacuum vacuum and mop is a useful tool to keep floors clean without relying on a broom or a Swiffer. It wipes away sticky messes and keeps dust at bay, so you don't have to fret about the mess that builds in areas with high traffic levels like kitchens or mudrooms. It also does a better job of cleaning hard floors than a vacuum alone and it does so automatically.

Most irobot vacuum/mop combos can be used on carpet and hard floors, which is why they're a great option when you have different flooring types. The most effective models come with features that allow you to regulate how often and powerfully the robot cleans. Some also include automatic emptying and can be controlled via voice commands.

The J7 Combo+ is irobot floor cleaner’s most well-known robot vacuum and mop. It can be converted into an all-in-one robot cleaner by pressing one button. Its advanced features include the same advanced obstacle avoidance as the j7 as well as new onboard acoustic sensors that help determine floor type. When it is in mop mode, the mop only activates when it detects flooring that is hard such as wood or tile; it never goes over carpeting or area rugs. I tried several times to trick the J7 Combo+ into crossing the rug, but it always backed up before returning to where it left off.

Like many combo robots, it's a little slow to pick up fine dust that vacuums can miss however it's a master of getting rid of dried milk staining. It has mopping pads that are easy to refill.

The J7 Combo+ is cheaper than other robot vacuum and mop combos, but it's still fairly pricey for a basic appliance. It's limited in terms of battery capacity and life and must be returned to the dock to recharge between cleaning sessions. It is also necessary to manually transfer it to a different room for each cleaning session as its small size and absence of a scheduling feature mean it can only clean 200 square feet at a time.

Design

The app lets you schedule and track cleaning tasks as well as to create "clean zones" and "keep out zones". You can control the robots via the app, or through voice activation with the smart speaker of choice. Many offer multiple power modes and can even detect obstacles to help with navigation.

In contrast to other vacuum and mop combinations that aren't able to do both tasks effectively, the Combo j9+ can do an impressive job of both, removing embedded crumbs, fur, and dirt. It also makes use of SmartScrub which scrubs the floor with constant pressure and back and forth motions to remove stubborn messes such as coffee and dirt. Dirt Detective, which has learned from previous cleaning tasks it prioritizes rooms with more dirt to ensure they receive thorough cleaning.

In addition to the features found on the regular iRobot robotic vacuum, such as the telescopic extension feature and two rubber brushes, the Combo j7+ also has an intelligent mopping system that lifts the pad when it comes into contact with carpet or area rugs. This prevents getting the rug wet and allows for faster cleaning. It is the first robot combination that can be used for mopping and vacuuming both kinds of flooring which makes it a great option for those with an assortment of hard and soft floors.

The Combo j7+ is similar to the standard Roomba J7 robotic vacuum. It has sleek black body and a brushed aluminum top piece featuring the iRobot logo. The reservoir of water is located at the rear and the mop pad is attached to the bottom. The app will notify you when the tank needs to be filled or emptied.

The Combo J9+ is compatible with your WiFi network at home. It also has sensors onboard for navigation and obstacle avoidance. It tracks usage information, such as the frequency of its movements around the house and also maps and image data, but it does not use the data to sell or share it with third parties without your consent. The company's Privacy Principles are available on its website.

Cleaning Performance

A robot vacuum and mop can help you save time by keeping your floors spotless all the time. It's still necessary to pull out a traditional mop when you have tough stains or extra-dirty spots however this is much less often than you'd otherwise need to do with a separate vacuum cleaner or a basic bucket of water and a brush. It's a great option for areas with a lot of traffic or that are particularly dirty, such as kitchens, bathrooms and mudrooms.

Think about a robot for mopping If you're looking to get an even more sophisticated cleaning. They typically employ a microfiber pad and a reservoir of water that is filled with clean water and a scrub-like movement to remove dirt and dust, making your floors cleaner than a standard vacuum. Some of them, such as our upgrade choice, Braava Jet M6, even sprays detergent onto the pad to provide a deeper cleaning.

The main drawback of a robot that just mops is that it cannot take care of carpets or area rug. If a robot is in contact with these surfaces when it is in mop and vacuum modes it will lower its pad to prevent getting the surface wet. Unfortunately, this also means that it isn't able to navigate around them unless you have set up special 'clean zones' and zones to keep out of the app.

Combination robots are more adept in this. Our top pick is the iRobot j7+ combination. It's akin to a standard j7 but has a wet mop included that it utilizes when it detects hard floors. It is more aggressive than other robots in crossing rugs and thresholds. However, it does not back off when it comes across these obstacles instead of attempting to mop over them.

If you're looking to go hands-off with your cleaning, you'll require an automated vacuum that can understand the layout of your floors and move between rooms without assistance (our upgrade option, the iRobot Braava Jet M6) or a combination model that incorporates the lidar navigation system (like the Roborock S5 Max). You may also need to create 'clean zones' and 'keep-out zones' in the app to ensure it knows the location of furniture.

Cost

A robot vacuum that also acts as a mop is great way to clean your floors. It's more expensive than a standalone mop or vacuum. The cost will depend on whether you want a high end model that has mapping technology that allows it to understand the structure of your house and clean each room without running out battery power. This feature is a must-have for those who have rugs and carpets in your home and the latest Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni or Roborock S8 Pro Ultra are the best models that come with this feature.

Another thing to consider is the size of your floors as well as the number of rooms you will have to mop and vacuum. Smaller rooms will require the use of a smaller robot. You may be able to make do with a device that can vacuum or mop but not both. For instance the iRobot Combo J7+ is an upgrade choice that comes with a mop robot along with its highest-rated Roomba vacuum, and it costs a fraction of the cost of a standalone mop bot like the Braava Jet M6.

The Combo j7 Plus also includes the iRobot Clean Station, which auto-empties the soiled mop water out of the tank that is full. The base isn't available in the standard model of the j7, and must be bought separately. This is one reason why the combo robot is priced at $1,099 as it's not included in the standard model.

The design of the j7+ is sleek and modern-looking, and it looks almost exactly like the fad Roomba i7 vacuum. This is what makes it an appealing option for vacuum-mop hybrids. However, it does lack a few key features that other mop-only bots have. It doesn't have the same powerful suction of 8,300Pa like iRobot vacuums. It does not have the automatic mop pad washing feature, which is becoming more commonplace in premium mop robots. You can buy an add-on to wash your mop pad when not in use. This will stop the pads from drying out and becoming messy. The j7+ is good value and one of our top robots for cleaning your floors.