iRobot Combo Essential Cleaner Review

While iRobot has released a lot of innovations over the past few years and the Combo Essential is the first Robot Vacuum Mops in its lineup that focuses on the basics of cleaning. It is sleek in design, intelligent features, and a highly efficient mop.

iRobot OS allows you to start, stop and schedule cleanings directly from the app. It also provides customized suggestions, maps/obstacle-avoidance pictures and provides personalized suggestions (opt-in). The Clean Base auto-fill dock charges the battery, automatically emptying the trash bin, and then refills the water tank.

What is the Roomba Combo essential?

This 2-in-1 robot mop and vacuum is powered by iRobot OS and comes with various cleaning products. It lets users complete two tasks with one device. It features intelligent navigation, three levels of powerful suction, and up to 120 minutes of battery life. With its sleek, low-profile and Edge-Sweeping Brush design, dirt can't hide in corners or beneath furniture.

The 4-Stage System makes use of an all-surface V-shaped brush, a microfiber pad that is fed by a pump, and adjustable liquid settings that allow you to clean multiple floors in one pass. It also comes with 18x more suction power2 as well as a smart Edge-Sweeping Brush that helps eliminate dust and dirt around the edges of rooms and under furniture. It also comes with iRobot Home App control, cleaning schedules and precise Clean Map reports.

With the free iRobot application, users can choose from a range of cleaning options, including spot clean, automatic, and mop only. The app lets users set start and stop times and also stop the cleaning. The Combo Essential supports voice control integration for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. You can begin a cleaning session by simply saying a command.

After the Combo Essential has finished its cleaning it will return to its docking station to empty the dust bin into the dirt bin. Depending on the amount dust that Combo has collected it might be necessary to empty it on a regular basis. The app lets users manage and monitor the cleaner's battery, and also reminders to change the mop pads.

GearBrain will be testing the new Roomba combo Essential in the coming weeks however, we can already say that it looks like a great upgrade to the 600 Series that is budget-friendly. We're impressed that it's loaded with features that are smart and delivers a powerful clean, even with a lower price.

Combo Essential is available for purchase for $275. Visit the iRobot site for more information and a complete list of specifications.

What is the Roomba Combo j9+?

iRobot has established itself as a leader in the field of smart vacuums and mopping and its most recent model, the Combo j9+, builds on that legacy. It has a top-rated dirt/dust pick-up performance and uses a mopping solution powered by the iRobot OS. The latest software gives the robot "smart cleaning preferences" and lets it automatically clean your rooms according to their requirements. For instance it might give the kitchen floors more attention, add more pressure to the floor scrubber in entranceways or boost suction power when dealing with carpeted areas.

The j9+ also makes an excellent choice for homes that have a mix of floor surfaces, as it can be used to clean dirt and debris from flooring that is carpeted or bare. Its navigation system is reliable and did a great job in avoiding obstacles during our tests. It also has a feature that lets you see images of objects it encounters during its run. This helps it build better maps and avoid these hazards in the future.

The mops are easily replaced and the large water tank is expected to last for around one week between refills. The dustbin on board is large and it has a swinging door that makes it easy to empty. It's worth noting that while it is capable of self-emptying, you will still have to manually empty its filter from time in order to avoid blocking.

Another great feature is its Clean Base Auto-Fill dock which will completely empty the robot's dustbin and refill its water tank. It's a feature that many of its competitors do not have, and it's an excellent feature that cuts down on the amount of maintenance tasks that you'll need to complete.

The iRobot app is relatively simple and intuitive, though it has a few flaws. It doesn't have live coverage maps or remote control function and can be difficult to use. It's also prone to losing connections and frequently signs you out, which isn't the best experience. Additionally, it doesn't permit you to set a particular date when the robot should complete the cleaning task.

What is the Roomba Combo j7+?

The Combo J7+ is a true 2-in-1 robot mop and vacuum. It has a 3.8 star rating on Amazon and is considered to be one of the most intelligent mopping robots on the market (though rivals like the Ecovacs X1 Omni or the Roborock q5+ are better in cleaning up spills). Its strengths lie in its reliable obstacle avoidance and home navigation which allow it to maintain a baseline level of tidiness between more thorough cleaning sessions.

It also does a fantastic job of keeping floors clean, even in high-pile carpeting. PrecisionVision Navigation allows the robot to avoid obstacles such as cords and shoes. It also avoids pet waste and toys. In addition it's Dirt Detect Technology recognizes dirtier areas and then begins cleaning them more thoroughly. Place the pad over the mops, and the Robot Vacuum Mops will begin cleaning.

The Combo j7+ has the option of sweeping the floor by itself, without using the mops. You can schedule cleaning sessions prior to time however we found that it was recommended to use the default auto-cleaning setting.

Automatic updates are another feature that keeps your Roomba running smoothly. It can be manually updated also, provided you're willing to endure the hassle of connecting it to Wi-Fi and downloading the most recent software, which can take up to a couple of minutes.

As with other iRobot robots, the Combo J7+ requires some maintenance. Its dust bin should be emptied every two weeks, and its liquid chamber can be filled with cleaning solutions. It comes with a sample bottle of the iRobot's cleaning solution, however the help section suggests that Bona Hardwood/Hard Surface Cleaner as a good alternative that won't damage the device. The front wheel can be removed for cleaning and its socket should at least once every week be cleared of hair and debris that has become tangled.

The Combo J7+ can be used to clean up to 60 floors. However, the amount of floors you can clean on a single charge will depend on the type of floor you have and the frequency of cleaning. Battery life is up to 90 minutes and you can charge it using the included AC adapter. The docking base must be cleaned of dirt and dust twice a week.

What is the Roomba Combo J6+?

The Combo j9+ is the newest combination robot cleaner from iRobot. Although it doesn't have the bells and whistles of the newer (and much more expensive -starting at $1,800!) Floor cleaners from robots are capable of delivering a thorough clean on hard and carpet floors. Its primary strengths are its robust navigation and obstacle avoidance systems, as well impressive mopsweeping performance.

The j9+ mops feature a self-retracting feature that helps keep messes from getting on your carpets and rug. SmartScrub mops are part of its cleaning system. They move back and forth using constant pressure to thoroughly scrub even on the most difficult stains like coffee. It also features a powerful suction system that can be used to pull dirt from carpets and rugs.

Its navigation system has two high-quality cameras that assist the j9+ in getting around your home without getting stuck or smashing into objects, which is often the case with other Roomba models. The cameras are based on the iRobot's PrecisionVision technology, which can help your j9+ recognize and avoid things like cords. It can also remember specific rooms and areas with carpet so that it is aware of the need to avoid mopping those spaces. This feature is called Imprint smart map and is exclusive to Roomba i7 models.

This robot also has a huge debris capacity, which is particularly important because it does both jobs at the same time. Its external dirt bin can hold 2.4L of debris, which is slightly smaller than the top-rated robot from iRobot the Roomba i8+, but it's more than enough for most homes.

The mops are also simple to empty and recharge, so that's one less thing to think about when it's time to refill or replace them. This model comes with a practical dock that is both visually appealing and practical. It comes with indicators that inform you if the Combo J9+ is required to be recharged, charged or cleaned. It also comes with plenty of easily accessible storage space for additional mops and dust bags. This is a significant upgrade from the previous version of the J9+, which was an old and ugly style.