RETI.us

Top Menu

  • Login
  • |
  • Logout
  • |
  • Sign Up
  • |
  • Welcome Page

Main Menu

  • Sections
    • A-E
      • Accessories
      • Apple
      • AR & VR
      • Business
      • By Company
      • Cloud
      • Communication
      • CRMs
      • Cyber Security
      • Evernote
      • Extensions
    • F-Q
      • Form Management
      • Future Tech
      • Global
      • Google
      • Hardware
      • Legal
      • Marketing
      • Microsoft
      • NAR Policies
      • Office
      • Photo & Video
    • R-Z
      • REALTOR Safety
      • RPR
      • Security
      • Smart Homes
      • Software
      • Social Media
      • Tips & Tricks
      • Top Lists
      • Webinars
      • Websites & SEO
      • ZipLogix
  • Webinars
  • Tech Guide
  • CRMs
  • What is RETI
    • About RETI
    • What to Expect with Your RETI Account
    • How to Use Your RETI Account
    • Tour of & How to Use the RETI.us Site
    • Premium Account Info
  • | RAIRC
  • Education
  • Login
  • |
  • Logout
  • |
  • Sign Up
  • |
  • Welcome Page

logo

RETI.us

  • Sections
    • A-E
      • Accessories
      • Apple
      • AR & VR
      • Business
      • By Company
      • Cloud
      • Communication
      • CRMs
      • Cyber Security
      • Evernote
      • Extensions
    • F-Q
      • Form Management
      • Future Tech
      • Global
      • Google
      • Hardware
      • Legal
      • Marketing
      • Microsoft
      • NAR Policies
      • Office
      • Photo & Video
    • R-Z
      • REALTOR Safety
      • RPR
      • Security
      • Smart Homes
      • Software
      • Social Media
      • Tips & Tricks
      • Top Lists
      • Webinars
      • Websites & SEO
      • ZipLogix
  • Webinars
  • Tech Guide
  • CRMs
  • What is RETI
    • About RETI
    • What to Expect with Your RETI Account
    • How to Use Your RETI Account
    • Tour of & How to Use the RETI.us Site
    • Premium Account Info
  • | RAIRC
  • Education
  • Top 5 Browser Extensions for Real Estate

  • Generational Marketing for Real Estate 101

  • RETI Content Idea Posting Calendar for May 2025

  • Mastering Your Database RETI Webinsr

  • REEL Estate: Your Guide to IG Reels

  • Top 11 Apps for Real Estate

  • Build the Perfect Real Estate Business Plan

  • 5 AI Tricks to Springboard Your Career

  • REEL Estate: Your Guide to IG Reels

  • RETI Content Idea Posting Calendar for April 2025

Future TechHardwareSmart HomesTech Guide
Home›Articles›Smart Robot Vacuums

Smart Robot Vacuums

By Craig Grant
October 22, 2021
Share:
Robot vacuums have been around since 2002 but have made significant advances in how they navigate and function within the home within the last couple of years. The biggest difference between a $250 robot vacuum and one that can cost upwards of around $800 is how it navigates. Basic versions randomly cruise across the floor until they bump into something, then turn around and keep going until they run into something else. With any luck eventually they’ll get to each area of the room, but in the process they’re likely to get stuck under tables, grab loose cords along the way and any other trouble they can get themselves into. Even basic models have accessories designed to keep them out of areas and sensors to prevent them from going down the stairs. 

Mid-range models offer additional sensors mounted to the top, sides and bottom of vacuum to assist with object detection and navigation. This includes lidar sensors and upward facing cameras that use a technology called vslam. Both are great for mapping out an area, more recently robot vacuums are able to remember where they’ve been before and save the maps. Users are able to assign rooms, create “no-go zones” to keep the vacuums away from hazardous areas such as big rugs, cords, low furniture, and dog dishes. 

“When a Neato robot vacuum cleans, it uses LIDAR to navigate the home—finding walls, avoiding staircases or cliffs, and mapping out the most efficient cleaning path so it can clean effectively, even in the dark (and under furniture). This means that while round robots bounce around a room, Neato cleans with millimeter precision and reaches the corners and edges that round robots can’t. Consumers personalize their cleaning experiences using the Neato app to create floor plans, set up virtual cleaning zones, and schedule cleanings. Neato also works with  smart home assistants to start cleaning at the push of a button or the sound of your voice. Neato’s intelligent robot vacuums are the ultimate partner in home cleaning.” – Neato CEO, Thomas Nedder

Within the app of each robot vacuum you’re also able to schedule cleanings, connect to your favorite voice assistant and get real time alerts when the robot needs attention. 

Neato robotics was the first company to come up with a D shaped design with brushes that go to the edge and are ideal for getting into tight corners, the Roomba i9 series now has a similar design. iRobot’s latest products include a base station that the robot vacuum docks into and clears out it’s dust bin. 

Roborock has a variety of smart robot vacuums that are packed with features, many models include a mopping attachment. They’re able to detect which type of surface is being cleaned and turn the flow of water to the mop on or off. Another interesting advancement Roborock has come up with is the use of AI to identify and avoid objects as it is cleaning.

“The seamless integration of ReactiveAI with our advanced laser technology allows the Roborock S6 MaxV to estimate the size and location of common obstacles and the best way to clean around them, setting the standard for our smartest navigational robot vacuum yet,” said Richard Chang, CEO of Roborock.

Common obstacles for robot vacuums include cords, tables, chairs, low furnitures, thick rugs and transition pieces between rooms. We put each robot to the test to see how it would handle various situations, the more expensive robots packed with additional technology were better equipped to handle the obstacles than their entry level counterparts. 

Robot vacuum technology has advanced significantly over the years, if you spend a little more money you won’t need to worry about them getting to trouble. You’ll be able to set them up on a schedule, let them do their job, and remember to empty the bins. 

Check out this video from Smart Home Tech Decisions a partner with RETI featuring RETI team member Brandon Doyle as they provide a breakdown of the best smart robot vacuums on the market.


Video & Bonus Content is for RETI Members Only

Login or Sign Up to view this content

 

Member Login

Remember me (for 2 weeks)
Forgot password?

Forgot Your Password?

Reset Your Password


Click to rate this post!
[Total: 0 Average: 0]
TagsFuture TechG-Closing GiftsG-HardwareG-Tech SafetyHardwareSafetySecuritySmart Home
Previous Article

Smart Security Systems

Next Article

How Smart Locks Are Changing Security

Share:

Related articles More from author

  • AIAppsCanvaFuture TechMarketingSoftwareTips & Tricks

    Canva – What is Canva Pro

    February 28, 2024
    By Craig Grant
  • AIAppsCanvaFuture TechMarketingSoftwareTips & Tricks

    Canva Pro Magic Studio Brand Hub

    February 28, 2024
    By Craig Grant
  • AIAppsCanvaFuture TechMarketingSoftwareTips & TricksWebinars

    Canva Basics – Tips & Tricks to Get Started

    July 17, 2024
    By Craig Grant
  • AccessoriesCyber SecurityHardwareREALTOR SafetyTech Guide

    Safety Devices – React Mobile

    June 22, 2019
    By Craig Grant
  • AIBusinessFuture TechMarketingTips & TricksTop ListsWebinars

    Top Tech Trends to Watch in 2022 & Beyond

    December 15, 2021
    By Craig Grant
  • BusinessGrowth & PlanningMarketingPhoto & VideoSocial MediaTips & TricksTips & Tricks = OtherWebinarsWebsites & SEO

    Technology to Help You Thrive During (& After) a Pandemic

    May 14, 2020
    By Craig Grant

  • RPR

    RPR Relocation Packet Fact Finding

  • RPR

    RPR Commercial Locating it in RPR

  • MarketingWebsites & SEO

    Mobile is Now Huge to SEO

DO YOU HAVE A TECH (NON-SUPPORT) RELATED QUESTION?

choose one option from the dropdown that best describes you
CRM Generator Results
  • |
  • Sections
  • |
  • Login
  • |
  • Logout
  • |
  • Welcome Page
  • |
  • Sign Up Now
  • |
  • Contact