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  iTouchless Robotic Intelligent Vacuum Cleaner PRO

  Home (iTouchless)
  

  Rating (17 reviews):

  (2.4/5)

  

  Very Disappointing

  This little vacuum could not handle our floors! We have cement floors, with a few very thin and flat, antique Oriental rugs scattered here and there. The robot vacuum kept getting hung up on the almost microscopic distance between the rugs and the floor. Whether it was trying to go up, ON to a rug from the cement, or go down, OFF of a rug back onto the cement, 9 times out of 10, or more, it would hang, and then stall, and then STOP. Maddening.Yes, it is loud, but that didn't matter, it probably isn't much louder than most regular vacuum cleaners. Yes, when it wasn't hung up on something, it was very slow moving across the floor, but that was alright too -- I figure that the slower a vacuum goes across the floor, the more thoroughly it is getting it clean. And besides, who cares how long it takes, if I'm not the one having to do the work?If only this thing could have managed to actually clean the floor more than a few tiny itty bitty INCHES at a time without... 1/5 Lady Quixote (Southwest, USA) - See all my reviews This review is from: iTouchless Robotic Intelligent Vacuum Cleaner PRO (Kitchen) This little vacuum could not handle our floors! We have cement floors, with a few very thin and flat, antique Oriental rugs scattered here and there. The robot vacuum kept getting hung up on the almost microscopic distance between the rugs and the floor. Whether it was trying to go up, ON to a rug from the cement, or go down, OFF of a rug back onto the cement, 9 times out of 10, or more, it would hang, and then stall, and then STOP. Maddening.Yes, it is loud, but that didn't matter, it probably isn't much louder than most regular vacuum cleaners. Yes, when it wasn't hung up on something, it was very slow moving across the floor, but that was alright too -- I figure that the slower a vacuum goes across the floor, the more thoroughly it is getting it clean. And besides, who cares how long it takes, if I'm not the one having to do the work?If only this thing could have managed to actually clean the floor more than a few tiny itty bitty INCHES at a time without... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , May 20, 2009

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  It doesnt work on carpet.

  I received this item last week. After fully charging it, i found out it doesnt work on carpet. My carpet is ordinary one. It works 2 seconds on carpet, but works well on hardwood floor.If you want to use it on hard floor, it will be OK. But not on carpet at all. 1/5 S. Zhang (California, USA) - See all my reviews, March 30, 2009

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  Works good so far

  I've been using this twice a day for the 5 days that I've had it, and few complaints so far. The run time is around 6 hours on max clean, it does a through job of picking up debris, and it is not too loud.Sometimes during cleaning it gets stuck under furniture and will shut off. You will want to be sure to pick up things off the floor before hand to reduce this problem.The machine is easy to clean and care for, and I find it needs to be emptied after each use.I live with 5 dogs in my home, and this is a great solution for me! 4/5 Emily F. Rushing (Statesboro, Georgia United States) - See all my reviews, May 23, 2010

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  List Price: $259.99
  Price: $177.44
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  Remote control for manual operation

  New PRO model with "Flat" Design

  Goes under beds and furniture

  Safety features build-in for unattended operation

  Fully automatic and smart cleaner for all floor surfaces

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  iRobot Roomba Discovery 3-pack Vacuum Cleaner Filter Kit; Replaces Roomba Part# 4910

  Home (Crucial Vacuum)
  

  Rating (6 reviews):

  (4.8/5)

  

  Work great

  These are vacuum filters for the roomba, not much to say there except they work as well as the ones that ship with roomba. 5/5 A. Drum (coralville, iowa United States) - See all my reviews, September 22, 2010

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  Easy to use filters

  I bought these filters to replace the one in a iRobot Roomba. It was very simple to use and fit perfectly. 5/5 4Hand (Green Cove Springs, FL) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: iRobot Roomba Discovery 3-pack Vacuum Cleaner Filter Kit; Replaces Roomba Part# 4910 (Kitchen) I bought these filters to replace the one in a iRobot Roomba. It was very simple to use and fit perfectly. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 9, 2012

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  It works.

  What...you expected more? It's a vacuum filter man! Plus if you're too lazy to vacuum your own floors I doubt you'll bother reading this anyway. :) 5/5 K. Fizz "eclectic in every way" (Reading, PA USA) - See all my reviews, January 30, 2012

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  For best results, filters should be replaced every 2 - 3 months.

  Designed and Developed in the USA by Crucial Vacuum

  Fits all Discovery Series Roombas, Roomba Red, Roomba (sage), Roomba Discovery, Roomba Scheduler, Roomba Discovery SE (4220), Roomba Discovery (4210), Roomba Sage, Roomba Red (4100) and Roomba (4105) and Roomba 4230.

  Breathe more easily while your Roomba cleans thanks to this Crucial Vacuum 3-pack of Replacement filters for iRobot Roomba Discovery series models (4XXX and 4XX) Series Vacuum Cleaning Robots.

  Absolutely Essential for all Allergy Sufferers - These filters help remove dust, dust mites, pollen and other allergens from the debris Roomba picks up.

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  Duogreen Robotic Vacuum Replacement Filter for iRobot Roomba 400 Series, iRobot Dirt Dog, and Discovery 400 Series

  Home (iOttie, Inc.)
  

  Rating (1 reviews):

  (5.0/5)

  

  Great Filter, Great Price

  I ordered these filters for my Roomba, and they are great. The filters seem to be as effective as the old ones. I highly recommend this product. 5/5 R. Tolleson - See all my reviews, February 3, 2012

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  Compatible with irobot roomba 400 series, irobot dirt dog, and discovery models part#4910

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  Duogreen replacement filter for irobot roomba 400 series, irobot dirt dog, and discovery models

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  Duogreen Replacement Side Brush for iRobot Roomba Roomba 400 Series, iRobot Dirt Dog, and Discovery 3Pack

  Home (iOttie, Inc.)
  

  Rating (5 reviews):

  (5.0/5)

  

  Great Price

  This type of product used to cost an arm and a leg. The price on this 3-pack unit is excellent considering how long it will take to wear them out. So far I've used the first one over 20 times and don't notice any wear and tear. Good value. 5/5 RichardLion - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Duogreen Replacement Side Brush for iRobot Roomba Roomba 400 Series, iRobot Dirt Dog, and Discovery 3Pack (Misc.) This type of product used to cost an arm and a leg. The price on this 3-pack unit is excellent considering how long it will take to wear them out. So far I've used the first one over 20 times and don't notice any wear and tear. Good value. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 24, 2012

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  Duogreen Replacement Side Brush for iRobot Roomba 400series

  Delivery was prompt and for me a life saver since I count on Roomba to do myvacuuming. My staff(moi) developed convenient arthritis problems once Ilearned a robot could do the job for me.Thanks!! 5/5 Gkloria T. Cruit (Bethesda., Md. United States) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Duogreen Replacement Side Brush for iRobot Roomba Roomba 400 Series, iRobot Dirt Dog, and Discovery 3Pack (Misc.) Delivery was prompt and for me a life saver since I count on Roomba to do myvacuuming. My staff(moi) developed convenient arthritis problems once Ilearned a robot could do the job for me.Thanks!! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 28, 2011

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  My Oldie, Goldie Roomba

  After 8 years my Roomba Discovery is still going strong, and it's easy to obtain parts to keep it going. Price is very reasonable, and shipping is timely. I'm very pleased with this purchase. 5/5 Julia S. Duscha (Charlotte, NC) - See all my reviews, April 11, 2012

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  Part#11239 includes three side brushes and three screws

  Compatible with irobot roomba 400 series, irobot dirt dog, and discovery models

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  Duogreen replacement side brush for irobot roomba 400 series, irobot dirt dog, and discovery models

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  iRobot 560 Roomba Vacuuming Robot, Black and Silver

  Home (iRobot)
  

  Rating (748 reviews):

  (3.7/5)

  

  Great but not perfect ***Downgraded Star Rating***

  My wife and I decided to get one of these because our 8 month old son is about to start crawling. While we try and keep our floors clean, our beagle has other thoughts as she sheds all over the place. We went with the latest 560 model as it has just about everything we would want with a product like this. It works as advertised and we will definitley keep it but there are some areas that need improvement. Here is a quick breakdown of the pros and consPros1. Quieter than a standard vaccuum2. Seems to learn the room dimensions quickly. The virtual walls and lighthouse feature are very nice.3. Is "smart" enough to avoid getting tangled in our area rugs4. Obviously easy to use as it is just a push of a button (or even better when you program it)5. Can use everyday to keep the floors spotless6. Have successfully used it on hard wood, vinyl, carpet and (accidently) concrete7. Cleans under... 4/5 M. Kelley "mpkelley20" (Boston, MA United States) - See all my reviews, September 16, 2007

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  A Worthy Successor to the Roomba Line

  We have two Roombas plus a Scooba in our house. When one of the batteries on one of our Roombas finally reached the end of its life cycle, we decided to donate that Roomba to a friend and to get ourselves the new top of the line - the Roomba 560. We got this right when it first came out, but we waited several months before posting a review. It's pretty much impossible to review one of these Roombas after only a few days! It takes weeks if not months to start to see how well they last over time, and what breaks down. Believe me - been there, done that.So now it's many months later, and I have to say, we are quite pleased with the improvements of this Roomba over the previous generations of Roombas. So first, for those who don't even have ANY Roomba yet (hard to believe!). Roombas are awesome. We have cats, and we work from home so we're home all day. It is AMAZING how much dirt and dust and junk collects in the carpet every single day. Who really has time to vacuum their... 5/5 Lisa Shea "medieval swordfighting enthusiast" - See all my reviews, December 12, 2007

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  Beware of the "new" Roomba 560 now only for single room (updated review)

  UPDATE 12/19/2011My review in late 2007 describing the red side brush "amputee" problem and poor customer support is still the highest rated critical response on Amazon. Because of that experience, the recounting of which is in the original review appended below after this update, I had not bought an iRobot product in over four years. Now I have bought two "new" 560s, which arrived today (more about "new" below). This update is primarily for (i) previous owners of a 560 that are contemplating buying a "new" 560 or (ii) those that have information on the original 560 and mistakenly believe that this is what they will get if they order a "new" 560.If it were not for the problems discussed in this update, I would raise my rating to 3.5 stars. Once again, I think iRobot may be shooting itself in the foot. And what upsets me is that I really want to see this company succeed.By way of disclosure I have owned several of every generation of Roomba. I... 2/5 Matrixunloaded (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: iRobot 560 Roomba Vacuuming Robot, Black and Silver (Kitchen) UPDATE 12/19/2011My review in late 2007 describing the red side brush "amputee" problem and poor customer support is still the highest rated critical response on Amazon. Because of that experience, the recounting of which is in the original review appended below after this update, I had not bought an iRobot product in over four years. Now I have bought two "new" 560s, which arrived today (more about "new" below). This update is primarily for (i) previous owners of a 560 that are contemplating buying a "new" 560 or (ii) those that have information on the original 560 and mistakenly believe that this is what they will get if they order a "new" 560.If it were not for the problems discussed in this update, I would raise my rating to 3.5 stars. Once again, I think iRobot may be shooting itself in the foot. And what upsets me is that I really want to see this company succeed.By way of disclosure I have owned several of every generation of Roomba. I... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 20, 2007

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  List Price: $449.99
  

  Measures 16-3/4 by 21 by 5 inches; 1-year limited warranty

  Vacuuming robot picks up dirt and debris with the touch of a button

  Easy-to-empty bagless dustbin; fine-filtration system traps allergens

  Self-charging Home Base, 2 Auto Virtual Walls, an extra filter, and more included

  Anti-tangle technology; gentle-touch bumper system; built-in cliff sensors

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  Tenergy Replacement Battery for iRobot 400 series Roomba

  Home (Sellbuz)
  

  Rating (71 reviews):

  (3.7/5)

  

  Mine also failed after just over 6 months

  Battery worked great at the beginning, but after only about 60 charge cycles it is dying. Would not purchase another tenergy product. 1/5 D. Lowe - See all my reviews, October 18, 2009

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  Seven months and out

  Very disappointed in the seven month lifespan. So much for 1,000 charge cycles. We probably use our Roomba twice a week, thus it lasted a whopping 56 cycles. 1/5 Eric W. Rowland - See all my reviews, August 31, 2009

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  Failed after 7 months

  The Tenergy replacement battery that I purchased worked well for 7 months and then failed. Unfortunately, the warranty is only for 6 months. The vendor I purchased from (Battery Superstore) offered free shipping on my next purchase, but was firm on the 6 month warranty.Bottom line - The Tenergy batteries seem to have short lifespans. If they typically lasted a year, I suspect the warranty would have been made to match. 1/5 J. Askew - See all my reviews, July 13, 2009

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  Brand new Battery Pack which is compatible with iRobot Roomba Advanced Power System (APS) Battery.

  Up to 100 minutes run-time

  NiMH battery, 3.3Ah Capacity, 14.4V

  This battery is fully compatible with all Roomba FloorVac models.

  Size: 179mm x 51mm x 52mm (7" x 2.2" x 2.3" inches)

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  iRobot Roomba 4910 Replacement Filters

  Home (iRobot)
  

  Rating (47 reviews):

  (4.3/5)

  

  Cheaper than elsewhere

  So you need filters for your Roomba...well, here they are and they're fairly cheaper than iRobot themselves from time to time. Not really much to say...the filters work...trap a lot of dust. Get 'em here while you're shopping for other stuff as well and toss 'em in the closet so you won't be caught without one when you need it. 5/5 Therabbitssing "on the rock that spews lava.." (Hilo, HI United States) - See all my reviews, May 11, 2006

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  Good filters, won't last forever though

  These are OEM filters that fit my Roomba Discovery just fine. I try to replace them when they start looking really bad (once every 2-3 mos. for me). They are disposable and won't stand up to washing. 4/5 Kevin Scarbery (Alexandria, VA USA) - See all my reviews, November 8, 2006

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  They are just filters...

  If you have a Roomba, you will need to replace the filter every month or so. The little robot vacuum appears to be very good at picking up even microscopic pieces of grit, and the filter helps it keep its suction. Extra filters are good to have. 5/5 Milton (Franklin, WI, United States) - See all my reviews, July 23, 2007

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  List Price: $14.99
  Price: $2.00
  You Save: $12.99 (87%)

  3 pack of replacement filters

  Prevents dust and dirt from escaping vacuum system

  Changing filter every 1 to 2 months recommended

  Remove dustbin and slide filter out to clean or change

  Compatible with all Discovery Series Roombas

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  Battery for iRobot Roomba

  Home (Westronics)
  

  Rating (73 reviews):

  (4.0/5)

  

  My Robot Steve

  This battery is good and wicked cheap and saved Steve's life!Here is my review poem:My robot's name is Steve and Steve was mighty sadthe only thing that he could do, he only could do badhe tried to clean the room, he tried with all his mightbut after only minutes he knew he'd lost the fightwith an empty robot heart, fully knowing he'd done wronghe'd sadly flash his red light and play his all done songI thought back to the good old days when Steve was young and newa cleaning machine unrivaled by nary mop nor broomhe'd suck up all that nasty dirt, around the room he'd jogbumping into tables and frightening the dogthose glory days were passed now, sadly my friend Steve was deadthe dust that Steve once proudly sucked now gathered on his headWith a cry of desperate longing and with credit card in handI bought this battery and had it shipped (for free) across the landand when that big... 5/5 TommyD123 - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Battery for iRobot Roomba (Electronics) This battery is good and wicked cheap and saved Steve's life!Here is my review poem:My robot's name is Steve and Steve was mighty sadthe only thing that he could do, he only could do badhe tried to clean the room, he tried with all his mightbut after only minutes he knew he'd lost the fightwith an empty robot heart, fully knowing he'd done wronghe'd sadly flash his red light and play his all done songI thought back to the good old days when Steve was young and newa cleaning machine unrivaled by nary mop nor broomhe'd suck up all that nasty dirt, around the room he'd jogbumping into tables and frightening the dogthose glory days were passed now, sadly my friend Steve was deadthe dust that Steve once proudly sucked now gathered on his headWith a cry of desperate longing and with credit card in handI bought this battery and had it shipped (for free) across the landand when that big... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , July 13, 2011

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  Great deal!

  Amazon is by far the cheapest battery I found for my Roomba. IRobot wanted $70 on their site, and Target wanted $50. I couldn't be happier with the quality. It has given new life to my Roomba. It's a sure thing. 5/5 Susan K. Lewis - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Battery for iRobot Roomba (Electronics) Amazon is by far the cheapest battery I found for my Roomba. IRobot wanted $70 on their site, and Target wanted $50. I couldn't be happier with the quality. It has given new life to my Roomba. It's a sure thing. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , May 18, 2010

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  Roomba Battery Replacement

  Our old 4100 Roomba has been "dead" for a couple years since the original battery quit taking a charge. This replacement battery charged up quickly and the Roomba did the entire main level of the house before needing recharge. 5/5 HRH - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Battery for iRobot Roomba (Electronics) Our old 4100 Roomba has been "dead" for a couple years since the original battery quit taking a charge. This replacement battery charged up quickly and the Roomba did the entire main level of the house before needing recharge. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 21, 2011

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  Duogreen iRobot Roomba Replacement Battery Pack for 400 Series

  Home (iOttie, Inc.)
  

  Rating (14 reviews):

  (4.6/5)

  

  Good battery

  Got this to replace a dead battery for Roomba Discovery- it fits perfectly. It charges up quickly and has a good run time- over 1.5 hours on hardwood floor. Longevity remains to be seen. 5/5 L. Read - See all my reviews, October 4, 2011

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  good replacement battery

  This was a good replacement battery for my roomba without having to pay the higher prices. It works very well. 5/5 Ta-Ta - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Duogreen iRobot Roomba Replacement Battery Pack for 400 Series (Misc.) This was a good replacement battery for my roomba without having to pay the higher prices. It works very well. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 20, 2011

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  Awesome replacement battery

  New battery life is very impressive. I originally had problems with mine falling out due to broken clips upon receipt. However, I emailed the company and was quickly sent out a replacement the very next day. Followup from IOttie has been outstanding and I couldn't be happier. Great battery, great service. Good to know if there is a problem, their customer service will stand behind their product. Highly recommend. 5/5 WorkinMama - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Duogreen iRobot Roomba Replacement Battery Pack for 400 Series (Misc.) New battery life is very impressive. I originally had problems with mine falling out due to broken clips upon receipt. However, I emailed the company and was quickly sent out a replacement the very next day. Followup from IOttie has been outstanding and I couldn't be happier. Great battery, great service. Good to know if there is a problem, their customer service will stand behind their product. Highly recommend. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 6, 2012

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  List Price: $44.99
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  Replacement battery for all roomba 400 series

  14.4 v, 3000 mah nimh battery

  60 days manufacturer's warranty.

  Duogreen irobot roomba 400 series replacement battery

  Charges in less than 3 hours.

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  iRobot 530 Roomba Vacuuming Robot, White

  Home (iRobot)
  

  Rating (365 reviews):

  (4.0/5)

  

  New Roomba vs. Old

  If you are new to Roomba, you will wonder if it is worthwhile. The answer is clearly YES, since anything it cleans is that much less for you to clean. However, which is better, the old (and cheaper) Roomba, or the new models like the 530?First, the 530 comes with the charging/base station, and this is very useful. I have placed this in the entranceway which leads into the livingroom, the kitchen or the bedroom. Using the virtual walls (included), I block off rooms so that it can only do the entranceway + 1 other room. I simply press the "Clean" button, and it backs itself off the charging stand and then spends the next 2 hours cleaning, finally returning to the charging stand. Nice!Should you upgrade from an older model Roomba (I now use my old Roomba upstairs)? It depends on your situation. By-the-way, the old virtual walls do NOT work with the new Roomba.New Roomba:Fall down stairs? NeverClimb onto thick throw rugs... 4/5 D. C. Eaton (Avon, IN United States) - See all my reviews, December 1, 2007

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  It's Like a Beloved Pet Who MAKES EVERYTHING BETTER

  Awesome. This new generation fixes all the problems of the previous. Much smarter, much bigger dust bin, much better in every way. Great that it self-docks when tired. Maintanence is a snap...really could not be easier/faster. There are some negatives - how could there not be? - but this thing has such a contagious personality that it starts feeling like your pet, and you're inclined to forgive, and even find the faults charming.You have to prep the room (cords up and out of the way, no papers or clutter on the floor, move small items out of the room and learn which objects present problems and get them out of the way). Performance varies on throw rugs (it's great on rug/carpet surfaces themselves, but Roomba can get caught up as it travels over edges of throw rugs that don't have much weight or cling). It's good at slowing down and banging objects gently, but less so on narrow vertical objects (e.g. piano legs), which it really clunks (not enough to damage, but it will... 5/5 New Yawkuh "New Yawkuh" (Queens, NY United States) - See all my reviews This review is from: iRobot 530 Roomba Vacuuming Robot, White (Kitchen) Awesome. This new generation fixes all the problems of the previous. Much smarter, much bigger dust bin, much better in every way. Great that it self-docks when tired. Maintanence is a snap...really could not be easier/faster. There are some negatives - how could there not be? - but this thing has such a contagious personality that it starts feeling like your pet, and you're inclined to forgive, and even find the faults charming.You have to prep the room (cords up and out of the way, no papers or clutter on the floor, move small items out of the room and learn which objects present problems and get them out of the way). Performance varies on throw rugs (it's great on rug/carpet surfaces themselves, but Roomba can get caught up as it travels over edges of throw rugs that don't have much weight or cling). It's good at slowing down and banging objects gently, but less so on narrow vertical objects (e.g. piano legs), which it really clunks (not enough to damage, but it will... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , October 11, 2007

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  A Great Product Made Even Better

  With two dogs in the house we could not live without our Roomba. The 530 is a vast improvement from earlier models. It seems to pick up more dirt, the battery life is longer, the fast-charge is about 33% more rapid than its Discovery predecessors and it is generally more quiet.The new sensors that prevent the robot from "speed-bumping" into furniture are a very nice touch, but beware if the robot is in a tight area, it may appear sluggish -- the sensors are working to continually slow it down. It's a feature I like, but need to get used to.My only concern with this robot is the high cost of parts. The bot itself is cheaper than earlier models but the components most prone to breakage or wear-out are twice the cost so the lifetime operation costs may be higher. Replacement batteries are nearly $100. Earlier models were $50.ONE MONTH LATER ....This is a slight amend to my review above. Having used it for a month a couple points of... 5/5 damg1 "damg" (Tulsa, OK) - See all my reviews This review is from: iRobot 530 Roomba Vacuuming Robot, White (Kitchen) With two dogs in the house we could not live without our Roomba. The 530 is a vast improvement from earlier models. It seems to pick up more dirt, the battery life is longer, the fast-charge is about 33% more rapid than its Discovery predecessors and it is generally more quiet.The new sensors that prevent the robot from "speed-bumping" into furniture are a very nice touch, but beware if the robot is in a tight area, it may appear sluggish -- the sensors are working to continually slow it down. It's a feature I like, but need to get used to.My only concern with this robot is the high cost of parts. The bot itself is cheaper than earlier models but the components most prone to breakage or wear-out are twice the cost so the lifetime operation costs may be higher. Replacement batteries are nearly $100. Earlier models were $50.ONE MONTH LATER ....This is a slight amend to my review above. Having used it for a month a couple points of... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 12, 2007

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  List Price: $299.99
  

  Measures 16-3/4 by 21 by 5 inches; 1-year limited warranty

  Anti-tangle technology; gentle-touch bumper system; built-in cliff sensors

  Vacuuming robot picks up dirt and debris with the touch of a button

  Self-charging Home Base, 2 Virtual Walls, an extra filter, and more included

  Easy-to-empty bagless dustbin; fine-filtration system traps allergens

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