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Dyson V10 Review – Dirt Become Invisible on Carpets and Floors

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Customer reviews of the Dyson V10 cordless stick vacuum cleaner give it a high rating since it makes dirt become invisible. The downside is the price and …

The Dyson V10 vacuum cleaner has three versions: Dyson V10 Absolute, Animal, and Motorhead. The basic functions of each version are similar to each other but they have different attachments and dust bin size.

The Motorhead comes with basic attachments and the smallest dust bin. The Absolute and Dyson V10 Animal are almost the same, except the Absolute has more attachments. Because of these differences, the price between them ranges greatly, depending on which version you get.

How Does the Dyson V10 Clean?

The V10 comes with two vacuum heads, a soft roller head and a motorized brushroll.

The soft roller is best used for cleaning hard floors to avoid scratching, especially on hardwood. It also provides a bonus of polishing your floors while cleaning it. The motor brushroll has hard bristles that help to lift up dirt. This head is best used when you’re cleaning carpets.

With the suction power and heads, the V10 can satisfyingly clean both bare floors and carpets.

It comes with a dust bin that’s 40% larger than its predecessor, the V8. The difference is that it’s easier to empy the dust bin into a trash bag or garbage collector than before. But because of this design, you’ll need to remove any attachments before you can empty the vacuum.

Is It Good for Cleaning Carpets?

The V10 is a beast for carpet cleaning, able to perform almost perfectly on low and medium-pile carpets and very well on high-pile ones. With normal operation (at a medium suction setting), the vacuum cleans various debris, such as food stuff and sandy materials, making it not visible at all.

The same results can be achieved on high-pile carpets when you increase the suction power of the motorized brush to the highest setting. Note that if you’re cleaning larger sized debris, such as cereal, it’s recommended to use the normal suction power.

Is It Good for Bare Floors?

Similar to it’s performance on carpets, this Dyson excellently cleans bare and hardwood floors for various debris. The difference is that for larger debris, particularly cereal, the vacuum might get jammed if you clean it very fast. But it doesn’t happen in most cases.

How Loud Is It?

The V10 is considered as a loud vacuum. It doesn’t reach the point where you need ear muffs or plugs (though some people wear them regardless of the noise level). However, at 78 dB on the highest suction power, it’s loud enough to disturb other family members doing their activities.

How Long is the Battery Life?

Being a cordless stick vacuum that uses a battery for power, the Dyson can run up to 60 minutes if you use normal suction power. When you raise the power, the battery life shortens dramatically, allowing for less than 30 minutes of operation. Though shorter, this duration should be enough to tackle any tough spots like accidental spills and you can return to normal suction to save energy.

What Do You Get With the V10?

The attachments and accessories that you get include:

  • Soft roller head
  • Motorized brushroll head
  • Crevice tool
  • Dusting brush

The downside to the Dyson V10 is that it’s expensive, simple as that. It gives you a powerful device that is efficient for cleaning both floors and carpets, and comes with a set of many attachments. Because of it’s performance, the V10 is our number one cordless vacuum.

Bissell Pet Hair Eraser 1650A Review – No Tangles, No Mess

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The Pet Hair Eraser 1650A is an affordable bagless vacuum cleaner for pet hair. It has two features that really help with picking up fur, but the suction is …

The Bissell Pet Hair Eraser 1650 is a worthy option for an upright vacuum cleaner that is great for cleaning fur, on both bare floors and carpets. Most notably, this vacuum comes with an anti-tangle system that prevents pet hair from jamming up the brush roll.

Since the Pet Hair Eraser is affordable, it’s a favorite and popular vacuum among pet owners. With the various attachments that add the versatility, you get quite a deal with this vacuum. Do note that it’s a bagless vacuum, meaning you will need to dispose the dirt by opening the bin.

Is It Good for Cleaning Carpets?

This vacuum performs very well for cleaning carpets. The brush roll has hard bristles that help it comb through carpet efficiently, eventhough it has average suction.

For low to medium-pile carpets, the Bissell can clean it completely. It might not clean all the dirt on high-pile carpets, but for the price range, the 1650A is a good option.

Is It Good for Cleaning Hard Floors?

The 1650 has a five-height adjustment, making it capable of cleaning various types of floors. That said, this vac is more suited for carpet cleaning than for picking up dirt on hard floors.

Particularly, the suction struggles when sucking up large debris, such as sand or similar particles. You can adjust the height to better tackle this size of dirt, but it will make it not as efficient for cleaning smaller size dirt.

Therefore, if your home mostly consists of hard floors, a different model may suit you better.

Does Pet Hair Get Tangled?

The Pet Hair Eraser is great for picking up fur since it has an anti-tangle feature so that hair doesn’t get caught up on the brush.

Usually, pet or human hair often gets tied to the brush roll, and to clean it you have to use scissors to cut them.

This problem is a nuisance for pet owners, as they spend more time cleaning the brush than the fur itself. It happens often on vacuums with low suction power or a thin brush roll.

The tangle-free system on the Bissell solves this issue. Hair doesn’t tangle easily on the stiff bristles.

Is It Easy to Empty?

Pet hair can get tangled on the brush, but it can also make a mess in the dust bin. It can get tied up on the filter, making it difficult to empty or take out. It can be a mess when you do it.

Other than the tangle-resistant brush, the Eraser has a “Cyclonic Spooling System” that prevents hair from getting tied up and makes it easy for you to empty the dirt bin once it’s full.

The spooling system clusters the hair, separating it from dirt, making it heavier. When you empty the bin, the weight of the ball of hair makes it drop down. You won’t have to pull it out like on other vacuums.

What You Get With the Pet Hair Eraser?

Crevice Tool with LED Light. The light on this tool helps you clean narrow spaces where there is low light. It also illuminates dirt when you clean during daytime, helping you to not miss a spot.

2-in-1 Pet Dusting Brush. This tool consists of a rubber nub that cleans pet and human hair from upholstery, and a dusting brush with soft bristles to clean fine dust and dirt from soft materials.

Pet Turbo Eraser Tool. This tool is a small motorized brush with an air turbine, useful for cleaning stubborn pet hair that is difficult to remove using the vacuum alone. Due to its power, it’s not suitable for cleaning soft surfaces.

How Much Does A Pool Vacuum Cost On Average?

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One of the best investments that you can make, if you have a swimming pool, is to invest in a pool vacuum. It can be very difficult cleaning the bottom of your pool, it is also a time-consuming process.

What you need to do is find a vacuum designed for swimming pools that can do this for you day and night. Some of them are flat, whereas others look like modified lawnmowers minus the handle.

Regardless of their shape or size, they all perform a very similar task.

Different Types Of Pool Vacuums

Pool vacuums work in a couple different ways.

For instance, you can get those that use suction, ones that use pressure washing, and others that are completely robotic. Those that are robotic tend to be the most comprehensive and also the most expensive.

Each one will have benefits, depending upon what you are looking for. However, all of them are going to save you time by working automatically to clean your pool at different levels of efficiency.

How Much Do They Cost?

What you will be looking for is one that is highly recommended and is also affordable. This is how you can find the best prices on a pool vacuum.

If you decide to get a pool vacuum, one that is quite comprehensive, you could spend hundreds of dollars for one. Some of the best ones include the in ground section side pool cleaners that come in many different colors.

Some of these will have very large wheels, whereas others will be very small. Others will have rotating dual tracks that will allow it to move around.

Simply put them in the water and they will automatically clean the bottom of your pool every day.

The cost for one of these can be under $100, whereas others will cost three times as much. To choose the best one, it is important to consider their features and benefits, as well as the reputation of the manufacturer.

Get Discounts On Pool Vacuums

The best discounts tend to come from businesses that are trying to undercut their competitors. For example, you may have several robotic in ground pool cleaners that are designed in completely different ways.

The primary distinction will be the cost of each of the units. Whether you get a very expensive one, or one that just does the job, you can always save money by taking advantage of the discount that they provide.

If you are tired of hiring someone to clean your pool, you may want to consider getting an automated pool cleaner. Depending upon their capabilities, and their overall cost, you can make your decision.

Whether you invest in a section side pool cleaner, a standard pool vacuum, or a pressure side pool cleaner, it will save you time and money.

You simply need to spend the time comparing each different type, and the manufacturers, until you find one that is at an affordable price.

In no time at all, your swimming pool is going to look fantastic. This is courtesy of modern technology in the form of a pool vacuum.

Miele Complete C3 Review – “One of the Best Vacuum Cleaners”

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One user review says the Miele C3 is one of the best vacuums he’s used. With high suction power, it’s a great vacuum, but the downside is …

Miele Complete C3 Review: Should You Buy It?

The Miele Complete C3 is a powerful cylinder type vacuum that can be a great cleaning assistant. It’s capable of cleaning floors and thick carpets, and the Dog & Cat model handles pet hair well.

It comes with either standard filters or HEPA filters that are important to capture allergens. That said, the HEPA filters are only available on the higher end C3 models, such as the ones explained below.

With its sleek design, the C3 is also one of the quietest vacuums you can find, and it tops our list of silent vacuum cleaners. The downside is that Miele isn’t the most affordable brand out there.

There are several models in the Miele Complete C3 line. These models include the Miele C3 Comfort version, Cat & Dog, Multifloor, Jubilee, Turbo, and PowerLine. In this review, we investigate the basic performance of all models and take a deep look at the PowerLine model.

The difference between the various Miele models is the filter used and accessories. The PowerLine comes with the standard set of accessories, while the other models come with more brushes. The Jubilee, Turbo, and PowerLine use standard air filters, while the Comfort and Multifloor use HEPA filters.

How Powerful is the Miele Complete C3?

The C3 has a 1600W motor that gives it excellent suction power for cleaning both hard floors and carpets. It used to have a 2200W motor, but because of the new and more efficient filter and dust bags, the C3 can perform efficiently with less raw power.

Is It Good for Carpet Cleaning?

The suction power that the C3 has can handle various types of carpets, from low pile to high pile rugs. However, in some cases the suction can be too strong, sucking up the carpet. You can solve this issue by making adjustments using the foot control or open a vent.

Is It Good for Cleaning Floors?

The Comfort, Multifloor, and Jubilee models come with a parquet brush attachment that is good for taking care of bare floors. If you live in a home that is mostly floors with minimal carpet, then this attachment can prevent scratching caused by the vacuum.

The PowerLine doesn’t come with a parquet brush, but it does include a brush with soft bristles that offer the same protection. Though the C3 performs well on carpets, most users agree that it’s better used for cleaning floors.

Is It Good for Cleaning Stairs?

The C3 comes with a crevice tool that’s useful for cleaning corners and stairs. Most cylinder type vacuums aren’t well equipped for tackling stairs. However, the C3 has a telescopic wand and 11m operation radius that will make it easy for you to do it. The vacuum weighs around 10 lbs, which can be a bit of a struggle to pick up as you move from stair to stair.

How Large is the Bag?

The Miele can hold 4.5 L of dust, quite a large capacity compared to other vacuums. For most home needs, this bag should be big enough to allow several cleaning runs before you need to empty it.

What You Get With the C3

Other than the benefits described above, here are a few notable features about the C3:

  • Crevice tool, upholstery tool, and dusting brush
  • Three step filtration in the vacuum body to remove allergens
  • Control for adjusting the suction power
  • Rubber wheels to avoid scratching your floors

The Miele Complete C3 is definitely an impressive vacuum. One owner who is a professional cleaner says it’s the best vacuum he has used, efficient for various types of surfaces. Though the price is relatively high for a cylinder bagged vacuum, the quality and performance of the Miele makes it one of our top recommended vacuums to get.

Best Central Vacuum Powerhead – Review of The Top 4 Heads in 2020

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Here are the highest rated central vacuum powerheads, from the most complete kit to the cheapest and easiest to use. Our top choice goes to the …

Choosing a reliable powerhead is important so that you maximize the power of your central vacuum system. There are many options for powerheads, ranging from the most complete kit to the most affordable and easy to use. Which one should you get?

Highest Rated Central Vacuum Powerheads

Here are the best powerheads for central vacuums in 2020:

  1. Wessel Werk EBK 360 – Best Overall Powerhead
  2. NuTone CT700 Deluxe – Most Lightweight Head
  3. Comet Central Vacuum Kit – Complete Accessories
  4. Cen-Tec Systems Vacuflo Turbocat – Most Affordable Head

Read a brief review of each one below:

1. Wessel Werk EBK 360 – Best Overall Powerhead

The Wessel Werk EBK 360 is our top choice for a central vacuum head. It can work efficiently for cleaning a variety of floors and also for deep cleaning low-pile or high-pile carpets. It’s price tag is friendly if compared to other heads, which makes it popular among users.

This vacuum head comes with a 5-height adjustment that makes transitioning between bare floors and area rugs or carpets smooth. When you purchase the kit, you get an integrated telescoping wand, a 30 ft direct connect hose, or 35 ft pigtail hose, depending on your choice.

Notable features about the EBK 360 that make your cleaning chores become easy is a 360-degree swivel steering that allows you to maneuver in small areas. The head has LED lights that brighten up dark corners or under furniture to help you do a thorough cleaning.

At 10 lbs, the Wessel Werk powerhead isn’t the most lightweight option. The height adjustment may not be as smooth as you like. You can buy just the head or the full kit. Considering the factors we review here, it is a great choice for a central vacuum head.

2. NuTone CT700 Deluxe – Most Lightweight Head

Our second top recommendation goes to the NuTone CT700 Deluxe. This powerhead is particularly useful for deep cleaning carpets of various thickness, making them look almost brand new.

As the bigger brother of the NuTone CT600 and CT650, the CT700 has ample new features. Among them is a 4 height adjustment that you control with a foot switch. Similar to the Wessel Werk, this vacuum head also has a wide LED light that aids you in cleaning low light or dark areas.

The downside is that some users report their vacuum head breaking apart after some use. Though there are some issues, being a lightweight head at around 1 lb makes the CT700 a worthy choice. Note that this product contains only the head with no other accessories.

3. Comet Central Vacuum Kit – Complete Accessories

If you’re looking for a powerhead that comes with a complete set of accessories, then the Comet Central Vacuum Kit is the one for you. It’s compatible with various brands of central vacuums that have a 1.5” inlet valve.

With this kit you get a 35 foot hose with direct connect or pigtail configuration, a 12” floor brush, telescopic wand, red dust mop, upholstery tool, crevice tool, and dusting brush to cover all of your cleaning needs.

Similar with the Wessel Werk and NuTone above, the Comet has a 360-degree swivel and LED lights, giving you maneuverability and lighting in hard to reach places. The hose of the Comet is tough, preventing any dents or damage from accidents.

This powerhead can prevent hair build-up with its sealed bearings if you are cleaning pet hair. It has a transparent window that allows you to see if there are any debris jamming up the brush roller.

There is a lack of manual instructions, but the kit and accessories should be simple enough to install without any problems.

4. Centec Systems Vacuflo Turbocat – Most Affordable Head

The Centec Systems Vacuflo Turbocat is a no frills, simple vacuum head that uses air flow to run. This type of head uses the air from the central system as a turbine to operate. You won’t need electricity or batteries to use the Turbocat.

Running on air flow, this head is rather quiet, making it a good fit if you often require a low noise vacuum while other family members, housemates, or even pets do their activities. It’s also light at 4.5 lbs, thought not as lightweight as the NuTone.

The best aspect of the Turbocat is that it’s the cheapest option on our list and it’s powerful enough to efficiently clean various types of floors, though it’s not the best choice for cleaning carpet.

Considerations When Choosing a Powerhead

Electric Powerheads or Air Turbine Ones?

Air Turbine or air driven heads use the air flow from the central vacuum system to power up the suction. These types of heads are best used for cleaning bare floors and carpets with low thickness, including area rugs.

On the other side, electric heads use a motor for the suction and you can turn it on or off using a switch. Electric powerheads are best for deep cleaning thick carpets. These heads offer more powerful suction than air turbine ones, but require electric cost to run.

Hose Compatibility With Inlet Valves

You want to avoid buying a powerhead that you can’t plug into your inlet valve. The good news is that the heads we recommend on this page are compatible with many types of central vacuums.

Some vacuum systems have proprietary valves and you must pay attention whether your head can plug into them. There are also adapters available if you need to make connection adjustments. By paying attention to the compatibility, you ensure you get an efficiently working powerhead.

How Does A Wet Vacuum Cleaner Work?

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A wet vacuum uses two devices that separate wet spills from the dry dust. Owning one can increase your cleaning efficiency while making work easier.

The introduction of the wet vacuum was a result of the inconsiderable time people spend trying to get rid of tough liquid stains. It gets worse if you have kids who tend to spill everything from juice to mush on the carpet.

The wet/dry vacuum cleaner doesn’t make use of two bags. Rather, it uses two devices that separate the wet spills from the dry dust. Owning a wet vacuum cleaner is advisable because it can increase your cleaning efficiency while making work easier.

In most cases, you will come along a wet and dry vacuum cleaner which does the job of both removing dust and wet spills. It comes with interchangeable brushes made to get rid of wet spills and dry debris.

It is advisable to stick to vacuuming water. Just because you have the option to vacuum spills doesn’t mean you have to do it.

If, for example, you need to clean spilled milk, and you want to use the cleaner, you will have to do a lot. Once you get the cleaner, you will have to remove the filter and select an attachment. You will then need to vacuum the milk, clean it out, and clean the whole wet vacuum cleaner again.

Instead of taking your machine through all this, why not use a paper towel instead? Doing this preserves the cleaner for a longer time, as opposed to using it all the time, even when it’s unnecessary.

Using a wet vacuum cleaner ensures that cleaning the wet spills is no longer cumbersome. If you own a wet vacuum cleaner, you need to know how to take care of it to avoid doing constant repairs.

Below are ways to take care of your wet vacuum cleaner to ensure it lasts longer.

Invest In a High-Quality Machine

If you plan to purchase a wet vacuum and your house is big, it’s good to invest in a high-quality machine, especially if you anticipate the cleaner to be in constant use. If you buy a good machine and take good care of it, it will serve its purpose for a longer time.

Please don’t go for a cheap machine since it may be of low quality and may require constant repairs. Do your research in advance to understand which brands you need to buy.

Clean the Wet Vacuum Cleaner

After using it, taking care of the wet vacuum cleaner is necessary for it to remain functional for a long time. Since the wet vacuum cleaner handles moisture, there is a high chance of mildew developing inside the device if the cleaner is not maintained.

It would be best to give it a good scrub as often as possible to provide no room for mildew and molds to develop. Just use warm water, scrub, and soap to clean every corner of the wet vacuum cleaner thoroughly.

Store It in a Proper Place

How you store the wet vacuum cleaner matters. You shouldn’t be placing it everywhere, even when it’s not in use. Since the cleaner is also heavy and sucks up puddles of water, it’s good to have the right storage place. Store the cleaner in an area where you do the vacuuming often.

The wet vacuum cleaner comes in handy when you need to clean wet spills. It makes cleaning easier and saves you a lot of time. Ensure you maintain it if you want it to have a long life span.

Roomba 614 vs 675: Which One is The Better Robot Vacuum?

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The iRobot Roomba is a highly popular choice for a robot vacuum. Though there are many model numbers available, currently the official iRobot site only offer two versions of the Roomba 600 series: the 614 and the 675.

Let’s look at each vacuum so that you can decide which one is the right one for your needs.

Roomba 614

The 614 operates using a remote control. You can use the remote to choose various cleaning modes that the Roomba has. This remote is also useful to order the vacuum to recharge, and for setting a cleaning schedule. These features make it easy for you to control the vacuum and customize the workflow according to what you need.

The Roomba 614 can handle cleaning bare floors, carpets, and picking up pet hair. It uses a simple and effective cleaning system consisting of side brushes that suck up the dirt, dust, and other gunk within the vicinity of the robot as it crawls along the floor.

The brushes push the dirt underneath the vacuum and enters the main brush. The main brush cleans dirt that is directly underneath the robot. The final step of the cleaning involves pushing the dirt into the vacuum’s suction and ultimately dust bin.

This system makes it easy for the 614 to do thorough cleaning. Other than the simple brush system, it has powerful suction that works great on bare floors and similar surfaces. However, the 614 isn’t great for cleaning high-pile carpets or thick rugs.

The Roomba 614 can run for 90 minutes, a run time that isn’t as long as other robot vacuums that are more affordable, such as the Ecovacs DEEBOT. When it runs out of power, the Roomba will return to the charging dock to replenish its batteries.

The 614 is a good robot vacuum that’s affordable but not the cheapest, and has satisfying cleaning performance. That said, it’s best only for cleaning bare floors and not carpets.

Roomba 675

The Roomba 675 has more advanced features compared to it’s little brother, at a higher price. If you don’t mind spending a bit more money, you can get an easier cleaning experience with the 675.

The first notable difference between the 675 and the 614 is that the 675 is operational by using an app on your smartphone. Similar to the 614 remote, with this app, you can access all the cleaning features and set a cleaning schedule.

Even better, since you enter the orders through your smartphone, you can change the settings when you’re away from home. For example, you can set the vacuum to start cleaning a few hours before you get home so that your house is refreshingly clean once you arrive.

The cleaning system on the 675 is similar to the 614. It uses two side brushes and a main brush to collect the surrounding dirt and suck it up into the dust bin. The suction power is stronger than its little brother, making the 675 better for cleaning carpets and rugs up to a certain thickness.

It’s possible to clean low-pile carpets or thin rugs with the 675. However, even with more powerful suction, the Roomba 600 series isn’t a good choice for cleaning thick carpets since it’s unable to pick up the deep dirt.

The battery life on the 675 is the same as the 614, around 90 minutes.

Verdict

Both the iRobot Roomba 614 and 675 are great choices for robot vacuums. The 614 robot is more affordable but without smartphone controls, while the 675 is compatible with a Wi-Fi connection and Alexa but at a higher price.

Ecovacs DEEBOT N79 VS iLife A4S – Which One is Best for What?

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Which robot vacuum cleaner is the best for cleaning carpets or picking up pet hair? Find out in our comparison of the DEEBOT N79 versus iLife A4S …

Verdicts: Which One is Best for What?

Cleaning power: TIE
The DEEBOT and A4S have similar cleaning power.

For carpets: TIE
Both vacuums can handle carpets up to 12 mm thick.

For pet hair: DEEBOT
The N79 is slightly better for picking up pet hair.

Longest battery life: DEEBOT
Both have 2 hours battery life, but the DEEBOT has less problems returning to the charging dock.

Most coverage: DEEBOT
With a bigger dustbin (520 mL vs 450 mL), the N79 can cover a larger area.

Quietest noise: TIE
Both the A4S and DEEBOT are considered quiet enough for conversation.

Not getting stuck: DEEBOT
This bot gets stuck less often compared to the iLife bot vacuum.

Compatible with Alexa: DEEBOT
The DEEBOT N79S, not the N79, is compatible with Alexa.

Conclusion: At the same price, the DEEBOT N79 is slightly better for picking up pet hair. It has less problems getting stuck and has an easier time returning to the charging dock compared to the iLife A4S.

With a bigger dustbin, it covers a larger area and the N79S version is compatible with Alexa. Hence, when evaluating the Ecovacs DEEBOT N79 vs iLife A4S, we recommend the DEEBOT.

Continue reading below for a detailed explanation on each benefit.

Which One Has Most Power?

The DEEBOT has a v-shaped main brush that allows it to do deep cleaning, similar to iRobots. In some cases, it can collect more dirt than an iRobot vacuum that is much more expensive.

The A4S performs exceptionally well for certain types of surfaces. It can pick up dirt, dog hair, cat litter, sand, and other grit tracked in by your family members.

Both the DEEBOT and A4S have multiple cleaning modes for general cleaning, running along walls, and tackling a particularly dirty spot. The difference is the A4S has a Max Mode that has more power at the cost of shorter run time.

For optimal cleaning using either appliance, make sure to remove any cords, cables, or objects on the floor that can obstruct the cleaning path of the robot vacuums. Both bots will stop if anything gets tangled or eaten accidentally, and you will have to manually untangle them.

Verdict: Tie. The DEEBOT and A4S have similar cleaning power.

Which Vacuum is Best for Carpets?

Both the DEEBOT and A4S are not made for cleaning carpets. They are both best used for handling hardwood and tile floors. That said, each appliance does have some capability to clean carpets.

The DEEBOT can clean carpets with a maximum thickness of 12 mm and light colors. The A4S also has the same limitation. For both bots, dark colored carpets or ones with black borders can disturb the infrared navigation system and make the vacuum avoid carpets entirely.

Both bots can push up or suck up light rugs. You can either put pads that keep your rugs in place or remove them entirely when you want the vacuum to do daily cleaning run.

Verdict: Tie. Both vacuums can handle carpets up to 12 mm thick.

Which One is Best for Pet Hair?

Owners of the DEEBOT say it’s a great vacuum for cleaning pet hair from floors. It’s a magnet for pet hair, sucking it all in. Tthe N79 can work for cleaning small rugs and thin carpets, but not for thick carpets.

Pet owners who use the A4S are surprised at how much pet hair it can pick up, even after they’ve cleaned the floors before with a vacuum. For both bots, the dustbin fills up quickly and you may need to clean it out after every run through the house.

Pet hair can get tangled up in both vacuums. You’ll need to clean them out after each run to make sure the vacuum runs in good condition. However, on the iLife vacuum, heavy pet hair can get clogged in the brush or not pass through the filters.

Verdict: DEEBOT. The N79 is slightly better for cleaning pet hair.

Which One Has Longest Battery Life?

The DEEBOT carries a Lithium ion battery that take 3-4 hours to fully charge, giving it power to run for 110 minutes. Ecovacs offers a one year warranty for battery replacement.

The A4S carries a Lithium ion battery that takes almost 4-6 hours to charge and giving it 120 minutes of cleaning time. The iLife A4S has some problems navigating back to the charging dock once it’s low on power, occassionally getting stuck somewhere and running out of battery.

Verdict: DEEBOT. Both have 2 hours battery life, but the DEEBOT has less problems returning to the charging dock.

Which One Covers the Most Space?

The DEEBOT has a 520 mL dustbin while the A4S has a 450 mL dustbin. With this capacity, the DEEBOT can clean around 1,600 – 2,000 sq ft of space before recharging, while the A4S cleans about 1,100 sq ft of space before running low on power.

Verdict: DEEBOT. With a bigger dustbin, the N79 can cover a larger area.

Which One is the Quietest?

The DEEBOT’s noise level is around 64 dB, similar to the noise of background conversation. The A4S doesn’t provide noise level specification, but it’s also quiet to the point that some owners are able to sleep with the vacuum running. However, the A4S Max Mode makes twice as much noise.

Verdict: Tie. Both the A4S and DEEBOT are considered quiet enough for conversation.

Do They Often Get Stuck?

The DEEBOT has a 57 mm height so it can go beneath furniture with that clearance, while the A4S has a 76 mm height. The N79 sometimes gets stuck under furniture, but the A4S receives far more complaints about this issue. Some people return the A4S since it becomes too much of a hassle.

Verdict: DEEBOT. This bot gets stuck less often compared to the iLife bot vacuum.

Which One is Compatible With Alexa?

The DEEBOT N79S version has compatibility with Alexa, while the iLife A4S has no native compatibility with smart home features.

Verdict: The DEEBOT N79S, not the N79, is compatible with Alexa.

iLife A4S Robot Vacuum Cleaner – A Little Demon that Cuts Cleaning Time

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The iLife A4S is a great entry level robot vacuum cleaner with an affordable price. It’s best for bare floors and pet hair, but it has a navigation that users find …

Verdict: Should You Buy It?

The iLife A4S is among the most affordable options for a robot vacuum cleaner. It’s a little demon that can cut your cleaning time in half. It’s best for cleaning hardwood and bare floors, and carpets up to 12 mm thick.

This robot vacuum can cover around 1,100 sq ft during its two hours runtime before it needs to charge. It’s strong enough to keep pet hair under control, though you need to clean it after every round, especially if hair gets tangled in the main brush.

It doesn’t have any mapping function. Therefore, it will run around in random paths until it cleans the area, taking up more time than a robot vacuum with internal mapping. Still, at this price point, the iLife A4S provides a solid choice for an entry level robot vacuum.

YES, the iLife A4S is a great robot vacuum if it’s your first time owning one. It’s best for homes with mostly hardwood, tile, and bare floors, and low-pile carpets. It can pick up pet hair though some hair might get tangled. The navigation is rather quirky and takes time to cover the area.

How Good Does It Clean?

The iLife A4S has surprising suction power for a little robot. You can use it mostly on hardwood, tile, and laminate floors, and it does a decent job for low-pile carpets. This robot vacuum won’t perform well on thick carpets, and dark colored floors due to the infrared navigation system.

For the surfaces for which it’s designed, the A4S performs exceptionally well. If you have a family with children and dogs or cats, this bot can become a very helpful assistant. It can pick up dirt, dog hair, cat litter, sand, and other gunk tracked in by your loved ones.

It has four cleaning modes to fulfill various needs. Normal Mode is for ordinary cleaning, Max Mode gives you more suction power at the cost of shorter duration, Edge Cleaning is for running along walls and baseboards, while Spot Cleaning is for tackling any messes in one area.

It comes with an extra large 450 mL dustbin, making it able to cover a large area in one run. This robot vacuum is suitable for small spaces, beginning at 700 sq ft, all the way up to 2,000 sq ft. Note that the larger area you clean, the more preparation you will need to make.

For optimal cleaning and machine lifespan, make sure to remove any cords, cables, or objects along the floor that can get in the way of the A4S. If the vacuum gets tangled or eats a cable, it will stop and shut down and alert you to untangle it. Read more about how to avoid this problem below.

A quirky trait about the iLife A4S is that it doesn’t vacuum in straight lines. It cleans in random lines, covering the area slowly until it does the job. Some users find this behavior irritating, and prefer a robot vacuum that runs in straight lines. If you have that preference, you may want to choose a different brand.

Is It Good for Cleaning Carpets?

Robot vacuums in this price range aren’t the best choice for cleaning carpets. The iLife A4S itself is good for carpets up to 12 mm (around 3 inches) thick. Carpets thicker than that may be to steep for the robot to climb automatically.

It doesn’t do well for carpets that have black or dark borders. The navigation system will tell it to turn around instead. Another issue is the bot can push up or lift up kitchen mats. You may want to clear the area of mats before the robot vacuum cleans it.

Is It Good for Cleaning Pet Hair?

Living in a home with one or several pet that shed a lot can make you pull your hair. Fortunately, the A4S is capable of picking up dog or cat hair with no problems. It’s a little demon that picks up all pet hair, filling up the dustbin and keeping fur under control.

Many pet owners are surprised at how much pet hair the A4S picks up, even after they sweeped or vacuumed the floors before. Since the dustbin fills up, you ought to clean it out after every use. While doing that, it’s a good idea to untangle any hair that can get wrapped around the main brush.

However, in some cases, heavy pet hair can clog up the brush or not pass through the filters. This is a problem that doesn’t occur often, but it can be a consideration if you plan to get the A4S primarily for cleaning pet hair.

How Much Space Can It Clean?

The iLife is a match for studio apartments with an area about 700 sq ft consisting of a bathroom, living room, and kitchen. In small spaces like these, the A4S cleans thoroughly, leaving zero grit and making the floor feel spotless when you walk barefoot.

For larger areas up to 2,500 sq ft two story houses, this robot can be used but with some caveats. The battery can run up to two hours, covering about 1,100 sq ft or space. If you have a living space larger than that, the bot will have to charge before it can continue.

Make sure that there is nothing on the floor that can get in the way of the robot. A small floor plan with many corners and furniture may be difficult for the robot’s navigation. A large floor plan with open spaces will cause the A4S to take time to cover all the rooms.

Due to the random path it takes to clean, it may look like the A4S misses spots. But over time, it can cover all the areas properly. As long as you don’t micro-manage it, it will get the job done.

Does It Often Get Stuck?

Navigation is the most challenging aspect for the A4S. It does not have automatic mapping, so it will clean around randomly every time you run it. The lack of a mapping feature means the bot takes a long time cleaning since it has to do “trial and error” every time it runs.

You need to place the charging dock with 1 m free space around the sides and 2 m on the front, or else it will be tough for the bot to return home.

The bot uses infrared sensors that help it avoid falling down the stairs or off ledges. This mechanic means it also avoids dark floors or carpets. Some owners put white tape over the sensors so the bot doesn’t avoid dark colored floors. You can do this if you use the bot only on the ground floor of your home.

The machine has a 15 cm height, meaning it can go under furniture with that amount of clearance. The A4S can get stuck under furniture if the clearance is a tight fit, allowing it to enter but not exit. If it does get stuck, the robot will make a beeping sound, asking for your help to pick it up.

The beeping sound also happens if the bot gets tangled on cables or other cords. It has an algorithm for freeing itself, but in case it can’t untangle itself, it will beep and shut off. If that happens, you will need to untangle it manually.

For some owners, it’s not a big deal to get the vacuum unstuck. However, other users feel its too much of a hassle getting the A4S from under the couch and other areas it gets stuck.

They get annoyed when the bot gets stuck at night or when they aren’t at home. Not only does it become a game of hide and seek, it also means the floors aren’t cleaned and the batteries need to recharge before the bot can run again.

How Loud Is It?

The A4S emits a very quiet sound that’s barely noticeable. Some owners are able to sleep while the vacuum runs. You can watch TV or talk on the phone while having the bot do it’s routine. Note that the Max Mode will create a sound twice as loud as Normal Mode, so you may want to use that mode when noise isn’t bothersome.

How Long is the Battery Life?

The battery for the A4S is one Lithium ion battery that can last up to 120 minutes (two hours). It has a 200 – 350 minute charge time (around four to six hours). Once the battery runs out, the bot will automatically return to the charging dock to recharge the battery.

Some owners have a problem with the A4S not returning to the charging dock, even when ordered to do so. The bot passes in front of the dock and instead of returning home, it continues to wander around the house until the battery runs out.

On the other hand, most owners have no problem with the docking issue. Even in some spaces where the charging dock isn’t placed in an open area, the iLife bot can still find the dock easily.

Is It Easy to Set a Schedule?

You can use the A4S manually by turning it on when you want it to clean then put it into the dock once it’s finished. You can also program cleaning schedules, but only one schedule, such as every day at 8 AM. Unfortunately, the A4S doesn’t connect with smart home hardware, such as Alexa.

What You Get With This Vacuum

  • iLife A4S robot vacuum cleaner
  • Remote control
  • Charging dock
  • AC power adapter
  • Extra set of filters
  • Extra set of side brushes

The A4S comes with a one year warranty from iLife. Customer service is fast to respond, and in some cases, customers receive a replacement should their appliance malfunction.

The vacuum has a Japan Nidec high speed motor that gives it a powerful suction. It has a three stage filter beginning with a prefilter, a foam filter, then a HEPA filter so that it doesn’t trigger allergies when it’s cleaning dirt and dust.

Possible Troubleshooting

Other than the navigation issue, another main complaint that makes users disappointed with the iLife A4S is when it malfunctions. In some cases, the vacuum starts to develop problems over a period of time.

Some problems that occur include the robot only travelling a short distance and then shutting off. Even though the user has cleaned all the parts, it doesn’t solve the problem. In these error cases, iLife often offers a replacement if the original device still has a warranty.

Where Can You Buy the iLife A4S?

The iLife A4S is available through the link below.

How Does a Leaf Vacuum Work? What Can It Do for You?

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Learn how a leaf vacuum works, how it’s different from a leaf blower, and what it can do for you in cleaning up leaves and maintaining a lawn.

Having to spend time and energy raking leaves is never a fun task for anyone. In these situations, a leaf vacuum can do wonders for making your life easier. Below, we will be going over how leaf vacuums work and some of the benefits they can offer.

How Does It Work?

A leaf vacuum works by using a motor to produce a suction created by intense airflow. This sucks all of the leaves and other debris into the chute and deposits it into a hopper. These can come in either gas-powered engines or electric.

Benefits of a Leaf Vacuum

1. Dry Leaves

While a blower might be the best option for leaves that are wet, a vacuum is going to be the much more efficient and effective option for leaves that are dry. Leaf vacuums can be very effective at sucking up dry leaves which can save you a lot of time not having to direct leaves into piles for pickup.

2. Getting Leaves and Debris Out of Your Gutters

Using one of these vacuums can come in handy when you are in need of something to get the leaves and debris out of your gutters. A lot of these vacuums come with attachments which will allow you to do this kind of job very easily.

3. Avoid Messing Up Flower Beds

One of the biggest downsides associated with a leaf blower is the fact it can absolutely destroy your flower beds. If you are someone that has a lot of flower beds that you don’t want to disrupt when you are cleaning up your leaves, having a vacuum will allow you to efficiently clean up the leaves without disrupting anything. It is a great option for those that are looking to make their leave cleanup job much more efficient without causing more of a mess or a problem.

As you can see, there are plenty of different benefits that a leaf vacuum can offer. It is one of the best ways to clean up your yard during the fall. If you are tired of having to manually rake your leaves or if you need a vacuum for specific tasks, it can be one of the best investments you make.

A vacuum offers a lot of different use-cases than what you would get with a leaf blower. Therefore, it can work well side by side with a blower during the fall season.

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