So far Bob has been doing a great job cleaning our floors. He seems to do well on carpet, laminate, and tile. He does great keeping up with our shedding pets. The mapping is fantastic! As is the ability to mark areas Bob needs to avoid. However, he seems to do a good job at gently avoiding obstacles. We have another robot vacuum, a basic model, that seems to bang into things a lot and easily gets confused about where her charger is. Not Bob, he does his job and goes right to the charger when he’s done. The option to clean either a section or one room is great. I can tell him to go clean a room and then go do something else without babysitting him. Our other robot has been put into the one room we have with a step down into it, so she can’t get lost or confused. Meanwhile, Bob has run of the rest of the house. He can be set to full power or with low power mode he saves energy and can clean more. We’re very happy with his battery life and other benefit is that he comes with a 2 year warranty. We got Bob on a daily deal for a great price!

Apologies in advance for the long review! I just want y’all to have the full picture because these things are expensive, but they are worth the money! And so there’s no confusion, this review is not sponsored. I spent my own money, so I’m obligated to tell the truth, lol. Backstory: I purchased my first Bobsweep in 2020. It was the kind that you could operate manually with a remote. It wasn’t capable of using an app. I liked it, it vacuumed well, but I felt like I had to monitor it and most of the time I followed it around the room maneuvering it like a race car. If I let it go on its own, it just seemed to roam around in the same places and get stuck on things. So I liked it but… eh. I felt like it would take less effort and for me to just vacuum myself. Current product: I bought my mom a Bobsweep Phoenix in December of 2023. She has limited mobility and breathing issues so her space needs to be clean and dust free without the hassle and fall risk associated with vacuuming and the gaming thumbs needed for the first version of Bob with the remote. Functionality: What a big difference from the 2020 version. First, I loved that this version connects to an app so you can send it from room to room. You can separate rooms, label them, and draw no-sweep zones. When you first start it, Bob has to map out the house. Even if it doesn’t recognize a space as a “room,” it’ll still show up on the map and you can send Bob to sweep there by doing spot clean instead of room clean. [For the bedrooms in the back, it took about three times of vacuuming the space before I was able to label it as a room. If you’ll look at the pics, one of the bedrooms still has not registered to be a room, but I use the spot clean feature and cover the whole space and Bob vacuums there with no issue.] Phoenix changes seamlessly from tile/laminate to carpet. It even vacuums on the slant where the carpet and tile meet. This phoenix barely gets stuck on anything. Since I’ve had it, it’s only gotten stuck three times, each was because the suction was so strong it picked up a charger cord or something similar that got wrapped around the main brush, but it was easy to pull off. I also like that it shows how long Bob spends vacuuming each room because if someone mentions they’re coming over and I want to freshen things up, I know how much time I have to send the crumb goblin (Bob) before my guest arrives! In the unfortunate event that someone would be waiting at my house for me, I can send Bob to do his rounds, regardless of where I am, as long as Bob is connected to the WiFi- and indeed he stays on the ready. Customer service: Shout out to Carlo, a rep for Bobsweep. He is very knowledgeable and courteous. He even sent a follow up to ask how the new Bob is working. I’m not sure if that’s company policy or if Carlo is just above and beyond, but either way I’m appreciative. Great customer service should be commonplace, but unfortunately, it’s a luxury in 2024. Take away: OMG. We both feel like the house is always clean. Even if there are things out of place, a clean floor still makes the place look tidy. In terms of air quality, the air in our home feels so light and crispy. Normally, pollen season has us walking around looking like balls of mucus, but after running the bob more regularly, it really hasn’t been an issue. Who knew EVERYTHING settled onto the floor? I’m embarrassed to say I didn’t lol. I’m honestly shocked sometimes when I empty the dustbin because no way were we walking around on all that?? The best part is I can send Bob out to do his thing while I lay in the bed with the covers up to my chin and rub my feet together. I usually go to sleep right after I set him to go out because he’s not really loud and returns to the charging dock when he finishes the job. I love not having to monitor his every move, but if you’re into that, you can watch on the map and see Bob move across the floor in real time. If you look close enough, you can see the outline of your funiture/parts of the floor that Bob is unable to get to. It’s quite cool. After seeing how efficient the Phoenix worked at my mom’s place, I felt obligated to reward myself with the Bobsweep Phoenix for my own apartment. Highly recommended! [P.S any spots you see on the kitchen floor are scuffs, not dirt. bOb gets every scrap]

I recently had the opportunity to try out the Bob Slam Vacuum Robot, and I must say, I was thoroughly impressed with its performance and features. This intelligent cleaning device has proven to be a valuable addition to my household, making my cleaning routine much easier and more efficient. Here are my thoughts on the Bob Slam Vacuum Robot: Design and Build Quality: The Bob Slam Vacuum Robot boasts a sleek and compact design that allows it to navigate effortlessly around my home. It is well-built with a sturdy construction, ensuring its durability over time. The robot's low profile enables it to reach under furniture and other hard-to-reach areas, effectively cleaning every nook and cranny. Navigation and Mapping: One of the standout features of the Bob Slam Vacuum Robot is its advanced navigation and mapping capabilities. Equipped with SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) technology, the robot creates a detailed map of my home, enabling it to navigate in a systematic and efficient manner. I was impressed by how accurately it mapped out my space and avoided obstacles without getting stuck. Cleaning Performance: When it comes to cleaning, the Bob Slam Vacuum Robot does not disappoint. It effectively picks up dirt, dust, and pet hair from various surfaces, including hardwood floors, carpets, and tiles. The robot's powerful suction ensures a thorough clean, leaving my floors spotless. The combination of edge brushes and a central brush roll helps to agitate and collect debris from corners and along walls. Smart Features: The Bob Slam Vacuum Robot comes with a range of smart features that enhance its functionality. I particularly appreciate the scheduling feature, which allows me to set specific cleaning times to fit my daily routine. Additionally, the robot can be controlled through a smartphone app, enabling remote access and control even when I'm away from home. The app also provides real-time mapping updates and cleaning reports, giving me insight into the robot's progress. Battery Life and Charging: The robot's battery life is quite impressive. On a single charge, it can clean for a considerable amount of time, covering a significant area before needing to return to its charging dock. The docking process is smooth and automatic, ensuring that the robot is always ready for the next cleaning session. Maintenance and Accessories: Maintenance is relatively straightforward with the Bob Slam Vacuum Robot. The dustbin is easy to remove and empty, and the filters are washable for long-term use. The package includes extra side brushes and filters, ensuring that you have replacement parts when needed. Overall, the Bob Slam Vacuum Robot has proven to be a reliable and efficient cleaning companion. Its advanced navigation, powerful cleaning performance, and smart features make it a standout choice among robotic vacuum cleaners. Whether you have pets, busy schedules, or just want to simplify your cleaning routine, the Bob Slam Vacuum Robot is definitely worth considering. It has certainly made my life easier, and I highly recommend it.

I have been using the Austin Robot for about 4 or 5 weeks now and it is doing a surprisingly good job of picking up the pet hair around my place. I have been filling the dust bin packed full each time I have run it. I may have to consider running it twice a week. I have mostly carpet and it seems to be handling it fine. One thing I wanted to note was that I have a couple of clear glass vases that the Austin has to go around. The bumper is very sensitive and barley (if any) will move the vase. It was awesome just how gentle it worked around the vases. I was surprised that this didn’t give it some trouble, but it doesn’t seem to bother it at all. It generally takes just under an hour and the batteries have always been above 50% when done. I do have some hard wood floors and that is where I have the charge base. The one and only complaint I have is that the charge base is not heavy enough to keep it from moving when it tries to dock. That makes it hard for it to dock and charge on its own. I have the dock against the wall as instructed in the manual but if it doesn’t hit it just perfect, it will slide the base to the side. I have remedied this by putting a lead weight on top of the charge base to help keep it from moving and it works fine like that. I hope there is some good information for you to use. I like the product very well.

Bought the bObsweep PetHair SLAM Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum Cleaner for my home and it's been a game-changer! The midnight color looks sleek and modern. With its Wi-Fi connectivity, I can control it from anywhere. It's perfect for pet owners as it effortlessly cleans up pet hair. The SLAM technology ensures thorough cleaning without missing spots. The battery life is impressive, and it navigates around furniture with ease. Setting it up was a breeze, and the app is user-friendly. It's a bit noisy, but the results are worth it. Overall, highly recommend for a clean home with minimal effort!"