Roomba 560 vs. Mint 5200 plus for laminate wood floors
1826226
the roomba is a vacuming robot while the mint is for wet mopping or dry dust mopping....laminate floors DO NOT LIKE WATER!!! it will make the corners on the laminate 'curl up' for laminate floors you can dampen the washing cloths and squeeze out any extra water and the mint will work fine....you could use the mint 4200 for this type of application....the model 5200 has a water reservoir that keeps your washing cloth wet while the model 4200 does not have the water reservoir... you would need to dampen cloth as needed also the model 4200 is a lot cheaper
626454
We have tried both the Roomba and Neato, and much prefer the latter...bought a 2nd Neato, and retired the Roomba. It works more efficiently, better shaped for corners, more user friendly with programming/prompts. At least this is what my cleaning expert (wife) tells me.
2285128
I believe there are 2 main things that make it an "animal" model. First the battery lasts longer than the DC35 with boost mode on (8 min compared to 6). Second, I believe the brush has more bristles and spins faster on the 44 compared to the 35; According to the Dyson website - "The motorized floor tool has twice the power of the DC35 floor tool, to drive the bristles deeper into the carpet pile with more force. Floor tool attaches to the wand or directly to the machine for cleaning awkward spaces."
726894
I am still trying to sort out what "generation" each of these Roombas belong to. Is this 4230/4296 a "second" or "third" generation? What does the newer generation add?
726900
Yes, the warranty is the difference (only 3 months). But we purchased a refurbished Roomba, and haven't had any problems. You can save quite a bit this way.
2031109
I have had no issues with the Roomba making transitions from wood to rugs. I occasionally use the regular vacuum for the rugs, because it is more powerful.
1998772
From what I understand the biggest difference is that the 780 Roomba has the ability to use virtual lighthouses. These lighthouses help guide and contain the Roomba to specific rooms throughout the home. The Roomba 770 has virtual walls which merely contain the Roomba.
732453
Try keeping the base up against a wall, so when the roomba docks it can't move the base around. Also, although hardwood floors might look even to us, if the floors are not 100% level, the unit has a hard time docking. However, I found over time that the roomba had a harder time docking on the base as the unit got older. Eventually I ended up getting rid of the docking station and plugging it in manually for recharging.
750321
It can't do much when its "bigger" objects. It's pretty much just a moving box with a wet tower tucked under its belly. Its a floor mop after all. If it is your first robotic cleaning device that you are looking for, I highly recommend buying a Roomba first, its a vacuum cleaner, can get 95% of the dirt sucked up. Another note: My mint just broke down after 3 months. Currently in the process of sending it back for repair/replacement. Let me tell you the process isn't super smooth so far.
1093143
So it sounds like the roomba comes first or only. There seems to be more than one model. Which one should I buy for all linoleum and enormous fluffy dog hair piles.(Could be lesser piles if roombaed regularly) Please advise. Thanks.
837755
I tried both. This (older) model is much richer and powerful, though still intended for smaller spaces; single rooms, etc.
679456
Yes, but recharging needed which is nothing unusual. With the Roomba 560, 2,000 sq ft vacuumed, swept and mopped this weekend. Best money I've spent!
279319
Roomba cleans much better but costs more. I have run them side by side (Roomba 650 next to the MR6550) and for picking up dog hair and dirt the Roomba does a noticeably better job. Same with paper shreddings.
124050
I love my Roomba! I would prefer to have the new one 800 series because I have long hair and it tangles more than the new one does, but I love it anyway. I have a cat and so we do appreciate the HEPA. I take them out and knock them over the trash can several times before I put in a new one. This machine does keep our unit dust free. I have so much less dusting now than before I got it. I hope this helps with your decision.
63624
I purchased the Roomba $260 at Costco, for the specific purpose for cleaning the carpeting under the Queen waterbed (which is heavy and immovable). The Roomba is a piece of junk whose battery lasted only about a year and needed replacing twice already. Now the entire unit is nonfunctional and I don't want to purchase another one, even though iRobot is willing to sell me a new shell at a discount ($125). Does anyone out there know of any other cleaning appliance or method to clean/vacuum under a large bed that's quick, easy and cost effective? Remember, it's carpeting, not hard wood flooring. Thanks.
1996140
I have 2 cats and my roomba does a great job on both my hardwood floors and carpet. You do have to clean the brushes frequently to remove the hair, but I don't find it to be a big problem. My #1 recommendation is to purchase a 3rd party battery for the roomba, and it will keep going on one charge for 2-3 times longer.
1128162
I have the neato 21 and multiple roombas. I have a slight preference for the roomba with the old style brush on hardwood. If the unit is expected to go in and out of many rooms, I would choose the Neato for navigation. I think the lower priced roombas are a good first purchase. The best robotic vacuum is the one that will work for many months without breaking. Cleaning differences are not of of great significance.