Written by Iza
Edited on
10 February 2023
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09:49
What's the build quality of a robot vacuum cleaner?
The build quality of a robot vacuum affects its lifespan a lot. If you buy a robot vacuum with a basic build quality, there's a big chance that you'll have to buy a new one after 1 or 2 years. If you get a high-end robot vacuum, you can enjoy it for longer.
In short
| Exhaust filter | Keep the exhaust air of the robot vacuum cleaner clean and ensure that the dust particles remain in the robot. |
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| Battery technology | A Lithium-ion battery is more durable than another type of battery. |
| Distance sensors | They let the robot know that there's an obstacle ahead, so that it won't drive into it too hard. |
| Charging options | The more extensive the robot vacuum cleaner, the more extensive the charging options are. |
| Anti-jam function | If the robot vacuum gets stuck, it can free itself with this function so it can continue driving. |
| Thresholds | A robot vacuum cleaner that cannot drive over thresholds will hit them and damage the sensors. |
High-end build quality
You buy high-end robot vacuums because they'll last for years. These robot vacuums last the longest, because the risk of damage is the smallest. A robot vacuum with a high-end build quality also has at least 70% of the specifications above. These robot vacuums distinguish themselves by the sensors for obstacles, an a function to get unstuck, and charging possibilities.
Mid-range build quality
Robot vacuums with a mid-range build quality have at least 50% of the specifications from the table above. These robots don't automatically continue after charging, but they do have different sensors and can drive across average-sized thresholds.
Basic build quality
Robot vacuums with a basic build quality have less than 50% of the specifications from the table. For example, the robot vacuum stalls in the place where the battery runs out and the battery is a lot less durable. This is often reflected in the price. Do you use the robot vacuum as an addition to manual vacuuming? A basic vacuum is suitable for you.
Article by Iza
Robot Vacuum Expert.
