The best robot vacuum cleaners in 2018

The history of robot vacuum cleaners began in 2003 with the appearance of the first iRobot Roomba, and today this technique is available to any ordinary customer. New 2017-2018 year set a course to reduce the cost of smart gadgets, bringing them into mass consumption. It is quite possible that in a few years the usual vacuum cleaners will be a thing of the past, and robots will replace their place. In the meantime, if you are just eyeing this technique, it will not be superfluous to get acquainted with the rating of the best models recommended for purchase in 2018

9. Сlever & Clean 004 m-series

Rating of robot vacuum cleaners opens model from the Chinese company Clever & Clean, which offers budget mini robot with full features. At a price of 7990 rubles, this model is available to a wide range of buyers. The dimensions of the device are really small: diameter 27 cm, height 7.4 cm, weight 1.5 kg. The body is made of white plastic, along the edges there is a rubberized bumper.Compact and dust collector: in this model, it has a volume of only 0.2 liters. But access to it is quite convenient, it is removed by snapping off the top cover. Of the brushes there are only 2 side.

Cleaning is provided only dry, but as a supplement you can buy a napkin-polisher.

The battery capacity is small - only 850mAh, which allows you to work 50 minutes without recharging, while cleaning up to 50 sq. M. It should be noted that for the majority of Russian apartments such indicators are quite acceptable. Built into the vacuum cleaner sensors for detecting contaminated sites, determine the height and obstacles. The control is carried out using the buttons on the device. You can characterize this unit as an entry-level model that can maintain cleanliness in an apartment without much effort. Such a robot is suitable even for older people, since it does not have complicated settings and is easy to maintain.

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8. Eefy RoboVac 11

At the eighth position the device from the American corporation Anker. This robotic vacuum cleaner is sold at an affordable price - from 15,700 rubles. The main purpose of the model - dry cleaning hard floor and fine pile carpeting. The dimensions of the robot are quite compact: height is 78 mm, weight is 3 kg. Cleaning is provided by three rotating brushes: one central and two located on the sides. Container for garbage has a volume of 0.6 liters.

Built-in HEPA filter allows for fine cleaning, which is important for allergy sufferers.

The battery lasts about an hour and a half, after which the gadget goes to the station for 5-6 hours. There is a possibility wireless charging. Control is carried out using the remote control. In this model, you can program only 1 cleaning per day. It uses infrared navigation, so the vacuum cleaner is able to bypass small obstacles, such as thresholds. The device has a fall protection and a durable cover to protect against scratches. In general, this unit can be called basic, which is indicated by its functions and cost. Such an assistant will suit those who do not have the use of experience of such technology and is not the owner of lush carpets in the apartment.

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7. iPlus X500pro

On the seventh line of our rating is another budget model iPlus X500pro from the popular manufacturer TM cleverPanda, designed for dry cleaning of floors and carpets. In this vacuum cleaner, first of all, its cost attracts: at the moment it can be purchased for incredible 7499 rubles. However, cheap does not mean bad. This vacuum cleaner has all the necessary functions to make daily cleaning a pleasure.

The device is dressed in a stylish white case, having a height of 9 centimeters. The weight of the vacuum cleaner is 4 kg. A special feature of the robot is the vacuum pad, which replaced the central brush. This innovation has reduced the resistance to air flow, increasing the suction power. Coupled with side brushes, it allows you to cope with all types of dirt, remove pet hair and clean out hard to reach places. At the end of cleaning the device returns to the base. The capacity of the bag is 0.4 kg.

The battery is also designed for 1.5 hours of work, but the recharge time is less than the previous model - 3 hours. Management is carried out using the remote control, it is possible to set the start time of cleaning, set up a route. There are a few built-in sensors: obstacles and height changes. This model, perhaps, can be called the best among the budget robot vacuum cleaners. If you want to get fast and high-quality cleaning without overpaying for extra functions - iPlus X500pro is what you need.

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6. Neato Botvac D5 Connected

6 position novelty from the company Neato. This robot vacuum cleaner for dry cleaning has a rather impressive cost: at retail, the price starts at 46,500 rubles. As you can see, you have to pay for innovation: a distinctive feature of this vacuum cleaner is ability to control via Wi-Fi from any gadget at a distance using the special Neato app.

The management capabilities include the start and end of cleaning, the task schedule.

The case of the device is made of black plastic, the display is absent: it can only be controlled remotely. The height of the robot - 10 cm, not the best indicator in its class. The power is 85 W, which allows you to remove 160 sq.m. for 90 minutes of work Li-ion battery. By the way, the capacity of the latter is quite impressive - 4200 mAh.

Technology applied here laser navigation laser smart. Thanks to her, the robot will always complete the cleaning, even after errors occur. It also allows you to easily navigate through various types of coatings, move thresholds up to 15 mm high. Spin Flow technology allows you to choose brushes depending on the type of surface to be cleaned and adjust the suction force. For effective cleaning of pet hair, a combined brush is provided. Ultra Performance Filter is responsible for cleaning the smallest dust particles that can harm allergies. This model can be recommended to connoisseurs of smart modern technology and stylish design.

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5. Dyson 360 Eye

The fifth line of the ranking is occupied by a robot vacuum cleaner for dry cleaning from Dyson. The company is known as a manufacturer of high-power cyclone vacuum cleaners with excellent performance. Let's see if they managed to make an equally high-quality robot?

The cost of the device came out quite impressive: 85 thousand rubles. Draws attention and appearance. Vacuum cleaner has futuristic design and form factor, unconventional for robots. This is the same round tablet with a diameter of 23 cm, but only its height is as much as 12 cm.

Of course, such dimensions will not allow the cleaner to enter the cabinets, sofas and other furniture on low legs.

From above, the robot has an “eye” in which a camera is built that can rotate 360 ​​degrees. Orientation in space is carried out by this camera and built-in IR sensors. The advantages of this vacuum cleaner include high suction power and tracked runners, which help it to move even on thick-nap carpets. For cleaning an apartment of 65 sq.m. the robot will need about 50 minutes. If the battery charge is not enough, he will return to the station (charging time - 2 hours), and then continue to work.

Cleaning is carried out by just one brush, located around the perimeter of the equipment. Conveniently, it can be removed and washed independently. The HEPA filter works for air purification. The dust collector of the device is rather small - 0.33 liters, and is not capable of self-cleaning. The process is controlled both from the remote control and through a special application remotely. Summarizing, we can say that this cleaner is well suited for a small apartment with a large number of carpets.

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4. iPlus X600pro

On the 4th place of the rating is another available model from TM cleverPanda - iPlus X600pro. For 11,990 rubles, the buyer gets everything he needs from a robot vacuum cleaner: powerful suction (85 W), compact dimensions and the ability to wet floor cleaning. The device looks very stylish: a round dark body with contrasting stripes and an electronic display with a blue backlight. The height is 8.7 cm, which allows you to drive under most furniture.

A battery with a capacity of 2200 mAh provides continuous cleaning up to 90 minutes. There is also no central brush - a cushion is installed instead, which allows for more efficient removal of animal hair. The dust collector has a volume of 0.5 liters and is equipped with a filling indicator. Total provided 5 cleaning modes: automatic, local, along the walls, according to the schedule. Control can be exercised both from the remote control and directly from the case. Of the sensors can be noted "virtual wall" and an infrared sensor that detects the most polluted places.

The built-in UV lamp conducts additional disinfection of the room.

This model is one of the most balanced in terms of price and quality. Recommended for a wide range of customers.

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3. iRobot roomba 980

Top-3 opens the company iRobot, which is a pioneer in the field of robotic vacuum cleaners and is simply obliged to surprise buyers to remain the flagship. iRobot roomba 980 is offered at a price of 44,600 rubles. The design of the device is classic, in the form of a tablet with a height of 9 cm, matte black. The battery capacity is 3300 mAh, which allows cleaning up to 80 minutes without recharging. During this time he is able to pass on an area of ​​just over 100 sq. If the charge is still not enough to clean the entire apartment, the robot will come independently to the base, fill the battery capacity and continue to work.

At the top of the vacuum cleaner has a camera with which to scan the room. Having built a map, the robot starts cleaning, avoiding obstacles using the iAdept system. The vacuum cleaner moves through the rapids up to a height of 19 mm and is not confused in the wires.

To improve the efficiency of cleaning carpets provided Carpet Boost technology, automatically increasing suction power when moving on carpet. Instead of a central brush, there are 2 rollers made of rubber, which prevents the winding of hair and wool. Side brushes do an excellent job with cleaning in the corners of the room.

It should be noted the increased capacity of a dust collector - 1 liter, with function of uniform distribution of garbage.

Built-in sensors diagnose particularly dirty areas. There is also a “virtual wall” function. Operated by a robot vacuum cleaner exclusively using a smartphone (IOS, Android) via wireless Wi-Fi. This is a really good modern model, worth the money.

Prices iRobot roomba 980:

2. IClebo Omega

The South Korean brand is a direct competitor of iRobot, and this model is compared with the iRobot Roomba 980. The advantage of IClebo Omega is that it can carry out not only dry, but also wet cleaning at a cost of 37,900 rubles. The dimensions of the device are quite standard, height 8.7 cm.

The case is presented in two elegant colors: black and gold and white and silver.

Cleaning is carried out using a central turbo brush and two sidewhich helps to remove up to 96% of garbage even at the corners of rooms. A microfiber cloth wipes wet surfaces. There is a total 3 cleaning modes: local, automatic and maximum, each of which can be supplemented with a polisher.

Inside the device is installed powerful brushless motorhaving a service life of about 10 years. A Li-ion battery with a capacity of 4400 mAh allows you to work up to 80 minutes without recharging and clean up to 120 square meters. The navigation system here is unique, based on 35 sensors, sensors and a special camera. The robot is able to overcome thresholds up to 1.5 cm in height. There is a built-in sensor for detecting contaminated sites and surfaces. When switching to carpeting, suction power automatically increases. Control is carried out through the remote control.

Reliable and high-quality model that does not have remote control capabilities. The rest is really top-end unit.

Prices Iclebo omega:

1. iPlus S5

The winner of the rating is the world's first robot vacuum cleaner from TM cleverPanda, which simultaneously cleans and ionizes indoor air. This feature is implemented with a removable module that is easily attached to the body of the vacuum cleaner with magnets. Cost of iPlus S5 makes 29990 rubles.

The function of air purification and ionization can work both during the room cleaning and when the vacuum cleaner is charging at the base. Cleaning is done with HEPA-14 filterwhich removes up to 99.9% of harmful impurities and eliminates odors.

A quiet and durable inverter motor is installed in the vacuum cleaner. The battery capacity is 3450 mAh, which allows you to work without recharging up to 150 minutes, while removing up to 180 sq.m. Return to the base for recharging is carried out automatically.

Special mention deserves the power of suction - it is as much as 145 watts.

Echolocation navigation system, more accurate than IR sensors. The central brush is made in the form of a spiral of composite material: rubber plus fiber. This allows you to effectively collect dust and not wind your hair. The volume of the dust collector is increased to 0.6 liters. Realized and opportunity wet cleaning using microfiber cloths. Management is carried out both from the case, and through Wi-Fi using a special application. Beautiful model, equipped with innovative features at an adequate cost.

Minuses are not revealed.

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Conclusion

As can be understood from the rating, in addition to reducing the cost of robotic vacuum cleaners, there is also a tendency to remote control. However, this function is now being implemented even in kettles and refrigerators, so it is not surprising that it also affected such a high-tech type of household appliances. To find the best robot vacuum cleaner, build on your budget, apartment area and flooring in the rooms. Owners of small apartments without carpet suit budget robots that have only the function of dry cleaning. In the presence of carpets and pets should pay attention to the power of suction and the type of brushes. And for allergy sufferers, the availability of HEPA filters is an obligatory factor; the function of air purification will not be superfluous.