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Cleaning & Housekeeping

Robot vacuums, window cleaners, steam cleaners — automate the daily chores.

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Robot Vacuums

Roomba, Roborock, Dreame, Ecovacs robot vacuums — LiDAR mapping compared.

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Vacuum-Mop Robots

2-in-1 robots that vacuum and mop: Roborock S8, Dreame L20, Ecovacs X2.

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Window Cleaning Robots

Hobot, Ecovacs, Mamibot window robots — safe at-height cleaning.

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Cordless Stick Vacuums

Dyson, Samsung, Dreame, Xiaomi stick vacuums with filter-tracking apps.

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Steam Cleaners

Kärcher, Polti, Black+Decker steam cleaners for floors, windows and bathrooms.

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Irons & Steam Generators

Philips, Calor, Rowenta steam generators for lightning-fast ironing.

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Smart Dishwashers

Reviews of Bosch, Siemens, Miele, Samsung smart dishwashers.

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Smart Washers & Dryers

Reviews of Samsung, LG, Bosch, Miele smart washers and dryers.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, a robot vacuum is very useful with dogs or cats because it runs daily and stops pet hair building up. Look for a tangle-free brush, a large dust bin and strong suction. A self-emptying dock reduces handling, though you still need to clean the brush and filter regularly.

A 2-in-1 robot handles everyday upkeep of hard floors well, but it does not replace manual scrubbing for dried-on stains. Newer models with rotating mop pads, or a dock that washes and dries the pads, perform better. Check that the robot lifts the mop over carpets.

A camera robot can be safe for privacy if images stay on the device or you control what is uploaded. Prefer a LiDAR model with no camera, or one whose camera can be switched off, and a brand that explains its GDPR data handling. Protect the account with a unique password.

LiDAR maps quickly and works even in the dark, which makes it a sound default; a camera recognises some obstacles, such as cables or socks, more reliably. Many models combine both. Check for no-go zones and multi-floor map storage.

Yes, a window cleaning robot cleans smooth glass autonomously, provided it is secured with a safety rope and has a backup battery in case of a power cut. It is less suited to heavily soiled glass or thick frames. Check the minimum glass size, suction strength and edge detection.