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iRobot - Roomba Bagless Robotic Vacuum Cleaner - Black/Silver
Average customer rating
4.2
(436 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 436 reviews
5 Stars
223
4 Stars
147
3 Stars
34
2 Stars
15
1 Star
17
90%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for iRobot - Roomba Bagless Robotic Vacuum Cleaner - Black/Silver
Customer Rating
4
I robot Roomba 560 Series..I love it!!
on November 21, 2009
Posted by: Buddy
from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Verified Purchase:No
I recommend this to anyone who has cats. I have 3 cats and the 560 series does an amazing job. I have mine run every second day so it gets a good charge I clean it after each use brushes, **Important** remove yellow bearings and dig in and get all the hair thats wrapped in there, wheels, and the bin. These robots are great for cleaning the cat hair anormal vacuum can't reach, dust bunnies under beds, dressers and furniture. It is crucial to clean the brushes daily or you can burn out the cleaning head module. A friend of mine didn't clean the hair out of the bearings (at the end of the brushes under the yellow removeable caps it wraps up and causes friction thats hard on the motor) and now needs a new cleaning head module $49.99 if not covered by warranty. I have cleaned mine thoroughly after cleanings and have had no problems just replace the filter every 3 months and regular cleaning after each use. I have had no problems with the side brush either just remove it and clean hair also. Maxx is doing such an amazing job I honestly do not sweep or vaccum ever just clean the him. I figure its the least I can do Maxx(560 roomba) is a lifesaver..truly a great investment I've had him for almost 2 years now and smile every time i get home and he's on the charger and the laminate floors are sparkling.
Pros: Easy To Empty, Easy To Use, Efficient, Lightweight, Powerful/Good Suction
Cons: Noisy
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
3
Upgraded from a Discovery
on March 24, 2009
Posted by: dragster73
from Michigan
After Three Weeks Of Owning This Machine The Clean Time Has Decreased From One Hour Down To a Half Hour.
Pros: Covers Entire Room, Large Debris Bin, Pet Friendly
Cons: Frequent Maintenance, Loses Charge Quickly
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Customer Rating
3
Small cons - Large Pros
on January 6, 2009
Posted by: Roomba Fan
from Tucson, AZ
Verified Purchase:No
Although the Roomba is NOT designed to replace the standard vacuum cleaner (for carpeted floors), it DOES reduce the frequency of regular vacuuming by keeping the surface dust and debris from settling deep into the carpet. Our two most valued benefits in using the Roomba daily are Roomba's ability to remove the surface dust and allergens that would get kicked up while walking about the house. This keeps the household dusting to a minimum, keeps the return air vents cleaner longer & keeps us breathing better each day. The fact that Roomba travels and cleans under furniture, particularly the beds, is a HUGE plus for the product. One great feature is the 'scheduler' built in to the Roomba. It's convenient not needing to remember to push the start button each day. In regard to the Roomba's negatives, it's not whisper quiet and can get loud in open areas where there's little to absorb sound. If you have wood furniture, the Roomba will scare the wood over time, particularly wood legs. Frequent cleaning is a must. If the unit is used in bathroom areas where brushed hair finds its way to the floor, it is even more of a must since the hair finds it's way around the brush bearings. Our Roomba 500 series unit, which gets used 5 days a week, lasted about 12 months before needing a new battery and a new cleaning head module (not just new brushes). In spite of the negatives, however, we're hooked on the Roomba and would miss not having one.
Pros: Cleans Under Furniture, Great customer service, Keeps allergens down, Keeps the dust down, Reduces regular vacuuming, Set it and Forget it
Cons: 12 month battery life, Can Get Stuck, Does not deep clean, Frequent Maintenance, Hair build-up in bearings, Loud Operation, Scars wood furniture legs
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Customer Rating
5
Amazing
on September 29, 2008
Posted by: Josh
from Aurora, CO
I bought my 560 a couple of weeks ago, and all I can say is WOW. My 560: V5R6 cleans my house while I'm away and it only takes a couple minutes to clean him up when he is done. I have a Siberian husky and it was easy to teach my dog to leave V5R6 alone. I just said no in a stern voice and after a few sniffs of curiosity he learned to stay out of V5R6's way. My floors have never been cleaner: carpet, hardwood and tile. He goes right over the separation between hardwood and tile, which I thought was gonna be a problem. He can clear an obstacle over an inch in height, Awsome! V5 only gets stuck in two places in my entire house: a chair that has bars across the ground, and under the back of my couch. Solution was to move the chair, and position a virtual wall behind the couch so he doesn't go under there. BTW with the chair that he gets stuck on, it was because it was against the wall in a corner. I am so impressed with V5R6 I am saving for a Scooba. Best recommendation I have is that if you think you might get a Scooba anyway, get the package that they offer. I was skeptical so I didn't, but I sure wish I had now! P.S. V5R6 = Vacuum, 5th generation, Roomba, 6th model.
Pros: Automatic, Does a great job, Dog Friendly, Good Value, Time saver, Works the way they say
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
WORLDS GREATEST NEW PRODUCT!!!!!!
on September 15, 2008
Posted by: roomba lover
from douglaswville, georgia
Verified Purchase:No
I got roomba for christmas. I have ocd and never thought it would clean well enough...BOY WAS I WRONG!!! I actually followed it when I was brave enough to give it a chance. It worked great. I use it every nght when i go to bed and wake up with rooclean foors. It is a great way to start my day. I've been a housewife for 17 years and if you work it could be your new best friend!! Thanks for making a good product that actually does what it should. Signed a house wife that will always own a roomba!! Leanne Priest
Pros: Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons: Does Not Clean Stairs
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
It's Great
on September 14, 2008
Posted by: David
from Fort Myers, FL
Verified Purchase:No
This is my third Roomba & it is much better than the previous models. I liked them, but I Love this one. It cleans effectively, and has never gotten stuck. With two pre-teen sons, I would be vacuuming every day if I didn't have the Roomba. It's one of those things that, once you get used to it, you can't imagine living without it. I love how it docks & charges itself after cleaning... How cool is that?
Pros: Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time
Cons: Frequent Maintenance
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
3
Some good some bad
on August 28, 2008
Posted by: Karen , a bit disenchanted
from Evanston, Il
I love my roomba 560 at first. But now after having her for several months, I have found that although roomba covers a large area and picks up dust and debris, I am really disappointed in how she handles pet hair. I have 2 black labs, and the Roomba does not VACUUM UP dog hair. It just catches it in its brushes and if I don't clean them at least 3-4 times each time I run it, the hair is redeposited in clumps on the floor, rug edges or on my eating vent covers. I would like it a lot more if the hair was vacuumed up into the plastic bin. I am finding it taking more time to stop and clean it often, than if I used my old vacuum. And I use it at least once if not twice daily. Also , the small spinning brushes break very easily and it is a big expense to keep replacing them,and the filter. [...] Great idea, but resolve the problem with pet hair please
Pros: Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons: Does Not Clean Stairs, Frequent Maintenance, Loud Operation
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Awesome!
on July 7, 2008
Posted by: mom2-2girls
from Metro East Illinois
Having two young children with allergies at home, I was constantly vacuuming my floors. This Roomba has saved my life! I simply set it to run during the day when I am at work. Each day it is scheduled to vacuum one or two rooms. I do need to clean the brushes after each use, but I don't mind...I can actually enjoy time with my kids. Thank you for this invention.
Pros: Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time
Cons: Can Get Stuck, Frequent Maintenance
I would recommend this to a friend!
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