A:AnswerIt's not quite 100% random but it's not quite a grid pattern either (though you can 'spot' it like the old models, i believe), there is some kind of logic to it, but i don't think i can explain it. It has sensors, avoids obstacles, turns corners without having to bump something, slows down as it approaches things, when it finds dirts it spends more time in an area, etc.
A:Answernot sure honestly - we noticed the price increase over our original unit but it does have a bigger catch basin and runs quieter so it may be due to improved design. Very glad we made the jump though.
A:AnswerI use the iRobot app to control it from my phone. It also integrates with Amazon alexa with the Roomba skill so I usually just say "Alexa ask Roomba to start vacuuming" and then the Roomba takes off and does it's thing. When it is done it goes back to home base on its own. It vacuums for 90 minutes. Super easy.
A:AnswerThanks so much for the question; comparing and choosing the right robot can be confusing. There are actually a few key differences between the 890 and 960. Best Buy has a nice comparison chart on the iRobot brand page, but here are the highlights:
1) The 960 navigates using a built-in camera (vSLAM technology) which provides full-level cleaning because the robot can recharge and resume if needed to complete a mission. In other words, if it runs low on battery, it will return to its Home Base, recharge, and pick up where it left off until the job is done. Because of this feature, the slightly lower running time is less of an impact
2) The vSLAM tech also means the robot cleans in parallel rows and can provide a CleanMap report of coverage for each job. You can also customize your cleaning preferences
3) Both the 890 and 960 have 5x the suction of the 600-series robots, are WiFi connected, work with Amazon and Google devices for voice activation and provide the same, superior 3-stage cleaning system
I'd choose your Roomba based on how large of an area you want to clean at a time and how much customization you want in terms of cleaning and reporting. Hope that helps!
A:AnswerWe currently have 6 dogs of various sizes and mostly medium/long hair that spend a lot of time in the house so we have a LOT of dog hair on the floors. We have had the 960 model for almost 2 years and I still swear it is the best gift I have ever gotten! I set it to clean at night when everyone is in bed in the main living areas (primarily wood and some tile) and it cleans dog hair, tracked in dirt and everything else like a charm. It's great to wake up to clean floors and we all love our "Hazel"!
A:AnswerBasically exactly what it says it has a little cube you put on the floor. And basically point it in the direction you want to block like a wall and it was the go past it. I put mine in the opening of a hall way so it can’t enter. Hope that helps.
A:AnswerAccording to a sheet that comes in the box with the Roomba, there is a one year limited warranty. Sales proof is necessary with date of purchase, serial number, and the Roomba has been in working order. Local distributor must be contacted at http://global.irobot.com/.
A:AnswerYes, you can manually send it home with your phone or by hitting the home button on the vacuum itself. It finds its way back home and self charges. It will also take itself home if the job is finished or if the battery gets low. Either way, it will always end up back home and fully charged next time you want to use it
A:AnswerI have two Ruggable’s
It does work but it will start to curl the edges
I have used carpet double sided tape on the edges to help prevent it. Or you just have to wash rug lay it back down after awhile to reset the edges
A:AnswerYes, you can just turn it on manually and it will clean as long as charged. The phone just allows you to control it without being home. Roomba will move around the house on its own and return to home base when battery is low.
A:AnswerYou get one virtual barrier, a second dust filter and a brush comb to clean the rollers with. The barrier can be set to two different modes. The straight line is a divider and should reach about 6 -8 feet. The second mode is a semi-circle to protect areas such as pet food dishes or litter boxes.
A:AnswerMine does a great job of picking up litter. Does require a little extra cleaning but I can now walk past the litter box barefoot to get to my washer and dryer...