when we talk about robots vacuum cleaner, ‘Roomba’ might be the name that comes to your mind first. This autonomous robotic vacuum cleaner was developed in 2002 by a company called iRobot. nearly two decades after RoombaOf course, we’re still debating these smart devices that come with an array of sensors that guide them to cleaning around your home. The main purpose of this device is to clean the house with minimum human intervention.
Now, you must be wondering that if this device is so capable then why it is not commonly seen. Well, there is a catch, these devices may not work in the desired way in Indian conditions where the rooms are small and full of furniture. Also, it requires periodic maintenance making it an expensive tool to use.
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The device is equipped with cameras and sensors that help in detecting any obstruction while cleaning. Once it detects a wall, furniture or any other object, it changes its direction and moves around the house. Dust detectors on the device guide it to the area of the floor that needs to be cleaned. The premium robot vacuum cleaners are equipped with Lidar technology, which navigates the device better than the camera.
These battery-powered devices can be controlled using mobile apps and some modern versions can also be used via Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant. Currently, India is not a huge market when we talk about robot vacuum cleaners but the gadget is slowly making its way. If you are interested in buying one for yourself, we have compiled a list of some that you can find on e-commerce websites like Amazon and Flipkart.
Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P
Available for Rs 24,999, Xiaomi’s Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P packs a 3200mAh battery, which the company claims offers a run-time of up to 130 minutes. Equipped with LDS laser navigation system, it can be used through a dedicated app. It is also compatible with Google Assistant and comes with a 550ml dust box.
eureka forbes robo vac n mopy
Robo Vac N Mop adds UV sanitization to general floor cleaning. The company claims that the device gets a run-time of 90 minutes and can clean on various floor surfaces such as marble, tile and wood. It is currently available for Rs 19,697.
ILIFE A9s
The device comes with a 450ml dust box and can be controlled using a dedicated app. According to the company, the battery of the device can last up to 120 minutes. At Rs 26,900 a bit higher than the Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P, it can also be accessed using Alexa and Google Home.
iRobot Roomba i7
The device from the inventors of the robotic vacuum cleaner gets a navigation technology that is powered by a 13 Ghz quad-core processor. Available for Rs 59,900, it gets 500ml Dustin and the company claims it gets a run-time of 120 minutes. The company also mentions about the dust filter installed in the device. Like most robot vacuum cleaners on the market, this one too can be controlled via the app and Alexa.
milagro imap 10 galaxy
iMap 10 Galaxy is currently available for Rs 40,290 and comes with a patented Real Time Terrain Recognition Technology (RT2R). It gets a quad-core CPU and a 3200mAh battery, which the company claims can easily run 1000 recharge cycles. It gets a 450ml dustbin and can be connected with Alexa or Google Assistant.
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