In the current era, smart home devices are not optional, but essential. This holds valid for our door locks, security cameras, TVs, fridges, and vacuum cleaners. Among these, the vacuum cleaner market is flooded with an array of options – both handheld, robotic, and everything in between. Despite their supreme suction capability, these vacuums (irrespective of their type) have a whole lot to prove when it comes to effective carpet cleaning. This is where Robotin R2, a vacuum-cum-carpet-cleaner, ups the ante.
Presently, the subject of a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter, the Robotin R2 combines vacuuming and deep-cleaning capabilities in one device. Unlike standard vacuums that struggle with embedded stains, the R2 uses water, eco-friendly cleaning pods, and a heated drying mode to tackle tough dirt and allergens.
For those who have never owned a robot vacuum or carpet cleaner, the two devices are designed for separate purposes. Carpet cleaners are built for deep cleaning, making them ideal for removing stains and dirt that have settled deep into the fibers of the carpet. Vacuums, on the other hand, are perfect for removing dust, crumbs, and pet hair from the surface of your carpets or floors, but they don’t penetrate deeply enough to tackle stubborn stains. Robotin R2 excels in this regard, offering the functionality of a vacuum cleaner and the technicality of a carpet cleaner in one device.
The Robotin R2 features separate modules for vacuuming and carpet cleaning, supported by an automated base station. The two modules can be swapped depending on the user’s needs and requirements. Measuring 12 inches wide and 3.5 inches tall, the compact device navigates autonomously with LiDAR and AI, cleaning up to 1,000 square feet on a 120-minute battery charge. The compact profile helps it glide effortlessly under furniture and into tight corners that larger cleaners can’t reach.
As noted by Vacuum Wars, the Robotin R2 station includes a 2.4-gallon clean water tank and a 1.6-gallon waste tank. The self-refilling and emptying station supports the process, allowing up to 300–400 square feet of carpet to be cleaned per cycle without intervention. This comes in handy in the carpet cleaning mode, where Robotin R2 applies water, scrubs, and extracts residue, then completes the cycle with heated air drying. When it comes to vacuum mode, the device delivers up to 115 Air Watts of suction, which is quite impressive when compared with competitors. The device also features dual brushes and a HEPA filter that ensure thorough cleaning.
So, how does the device differentiate between hard floors and textiles? To answer this, the makers inform that the device is loaded with intelligent sensors that detect carpet edges, avoiding hard floors to focus solely on textiles. Additionally, the robotic carpet cleaner also features an optical sensor in the docking station to ensure the carpets are washed until squeaky clean. Akin to modern-day vacuum cleaners, the R2 carpet cleaner can be controlled via an app or voice assistants.
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As we hurtle toward a future where robots handle the drudgery of domestic life, the Robotin R2 stands as a great alternative to the machines we use for carpet cleaning. The company has priced Robotin R2 at $999, while the wash and dry module is available for $899.
