Robot vacuums are hugely popular smart home devices, and for good reason.

Here are some reasons you should buy a robot vacuum for your home.

But thats not the case with a robot vacuum.

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Many models automatically detect the surface jot down in your home and will change how they clean.

For example, when carpet is detected, suction power will increase.

When back on a hard surface, the suction power will change to a lower setting.

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Before you make a purchase, find out some additionalthings you gotta know before buying a robot vacuum.

But theres no need to worry about having to charge a dead vacuum battery.

Many Can Do More Than Just Vacuum

Robot vacuums continue to improve with new and better technology.

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And that means many models can do more than just clean dirt and debris from your floor.

A new breed brings together both a vacuum and mop into a single gadget.

With most models, youll add in water or a cleaning solution.

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But times have changed.

No matter your budget, there is a robot vacuum available for you.

you could easily find basic models that start around $200.

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That opens up a wide variety of features using the vacuums companion app.

Easily one of the best is the ability to create an automated cleaning schedule.

Would you rather be away from home when the vacuum does its dirty work?

The Proscenic M7 cleaning a hardwood floor.

And you’re free to easily add a robot vacuum to interact with your smart home hub.

Thats where a robot vacuum can help.

While not perfect, they can easily take a big bite out of your pet hair problem.

Using an Alexa device to activate a vacuum cleaning robot.

And many robot vacuums have specific modes and features specifically for pet hair.

But with many models, thats no longer the case.

Whether its a camera or other sensors, some vacuums can automatically move around obstacles and keep on working.

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But you wont have to worry about the robot making a mess or waking up a baby.

Using a companion app, you might set areas where the robot vacuum wont go.

Not exactly a good situation for anyone with allergies.

A robot vacuum using its on-board navigation system.

Thats changed with many newer models.

If that piques your interest, see some of thebest self-emptying robot vacuums.

A robot vacuum with a self-emptying base station.

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