Technology has grown to the point where robots are helping us clean our homes. We are still taking our baby steps when it comes to using technology to our benefit. For the most part, robot cleaners are very helpful but have some flaws in them. In this article, we are going to be discussing the pros and cons of using a robot vacuum
Pros of using a robot vacuum
Scheduling cleaning
It is a good option to ensure that you schedule your robot to clean when you are not around. This ensures that your home is all clean and tidy without any human interactions.
Vacuuming under the furniture
The old fashioned vacuum has its benefits, but one of its main flaws is that it is difficult to reach some of the places under the bed. But these small robots can reach any part of the furniture and clean it for you.
Spot cleaning
Spot cleaning is one of the best use of using a robot vacuum as it ensures that the are you spilled the food on is cleaned and will focus on the area, which requires you to clean directly.
Double duty
These vacuum cleaners can also help you perform your job as a robot mop; this means one less task for you and the cleaning abilities of a robot vacuum is stellar as well as its mopping abilities.
Cons of using a robot vacuum
Vacuum proofing the house
Things like socks, small toys are some of the objects that can get stuck in the vacuum robot. Just like traditional vacuums robot vacuums also require vacuum proofing your house to ensure that your robot vacuum runs smoothly.
The device can get stuck
No matter how good a technology device after certain use can get stuck. No matter the size of the vacuum it, if the device falls off a cabinet, is bound to break.
Device cant find its way home
These devices specifically run on batteries and if your device runs out of power, the device is automatically designed to return to its charging spot, but often these robots may die before reaching the house which can lead to much more bigger problems.
Empty frequently
Robot vacuums are generally very small and require frequent emptying of the bin to ensure your house stays dirt free. It is your friend when it comes to dealing with animal hair which sheds regularly.
Vacuum is required
The main aim of having a robot vacuum is to keep your home clean but owning a robot vacuum does not mean that you do not have to vacuum at all, but periodic cleaning is required.
Noise
Robot vacuums are loud and slower but can run for much more longer than traditional ones. One of the reason it is adviced that you use a robot vacuum when you are out is to ensure that the noise does not disturb you.
