iRobot has been producing robot vacuums for over 20 years so far.
The Roomba i3+ is one of the most advanced models being cheaper than the i7+ and s9+ but still having a self-emptying big, the feature we all would love to have.
The i3+ is not as smart and advanced as its brothers yet it is the cheapest robot in the lineup with a self-emptying base.
Let’s have a look at what the Roomba i3+ brings.
Update: Recently, we reviewed the iRobot Roomba i3+, check our review here.
The Roomba i3+ features
- Brushless rollers resist hair tangling and are easy to maintain
- The self-emptying bin holds up to 30 robot’s bins
- The robot follows a purposeful cleaning pattern without missing any area
- Safe for allergy sufferers
- Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Home
- Supports Imprint Link Technology that integrates with the Braava jet m6. The i3+ vacuums first and when it finishes, the Braava starts mopping
- Has a dirt detect. Once it finds high-traffic spots it provides better cleaning on those areas
- Resumes cleaning after recharging
- The app gives you recommendations on when extra cleaning needed
Is the Roomba i3+ efficient? Mapping & Navigation
The Roomba i3+ does not have a built-in camera for mapping but has a bunch of other sensors such as state-of-the-art floor tracking sensors that help the robot to navigate and map your home navigating in neat rows and not missing any area. There is not so much information available at the moment, but probably the robot also uses a gyroscope sensor as a lot of other similar devices do. Compared to the camera-based models such as i7 and s9, this mapping technology is not as accurate and precise in terms of map accuracy and navigation efficiency, but still much better compared to models with random cleaning pattern.
The Roomba i3+ maps your home & navigates without missing areas
With imprint link technology, the i3+ integrates with the Braava jet m6 that automatically starts mopping once the Roomba i3+ finishes vacuuming.
The difference between the Roomba i3+ and its higher brothers, the i7+ and s9+ is that the i3+ seems to be able to work in the dark as it does not have a camera.
However, because of the limitations of the mapping technology used in this robot vacuum, you can’t interact with the map. Not be able to set keep out zones. The i3+ also does not support multimapping.
How well does the Roomba i3+ clean?
The robot has the same suction motor as the Roomba i7+ which means it has the same suction power and can be used on hard floors and low/medium pile carpets.
The Roomba i3+ has brushless rollers that resist hair tangling and easy to maintain.
The same rollers were found in the latest models such as the i7+.
The i3+ has dirt detect: a sensor that recognizes high-traffic areas and provides better cleaning on those spots.
The Roomba i3+ senses dirty zones and automatically provides a better cleaning on those spots
The self-emptying bin as a solution for pet owners
The Roomba i3+ is the cheapest robot vacuum in the lineup that has a self-emptying bin.
The base holds up to 30 robot’s bin which sets you free from removing debris for about a month depending on usage.
The base has AllergenLock bags that use 4 layers of allergen blocking material to trap 99% of pollen and mold.
One of the best things about the Roombas is that the robots sense when the dustbin is full. Once it does, the robot automatically returns to the base to empty itself.
When the bin is empty, the i3+ returns to cleaning.
When the robot completely finishes the cleaning cycle, it returns to the base where it gets the debris sucked inside.
The Roomba i3+ resumes cleaning after recharging if it does not finish cleaning your home on one charge
Once the battery is dying, the Roomba i3+ automatically docks itself, recharges, and then resumes cleaning from the spot it left off.
How good is the Roomba’s filtration?
The Roomba i3+ has a high-efficiency filter that traps up to 99% allergens.
The smart app that adapts to your needs
Aside from being able to control the Roomba and schedule it, the new app learns your cleaning habits and suggests schedules.
The app adapts to your needs suggesting extra cleaning when it’s needed.
When it’s allergy or shedding season, the app suggests extra cleaning during these times.
Update: iRobot Roomba i3 review
How much does the Roomba i3+ cost?
The Roomba i3+ will cost you $399.0. If you feel like not paying those extras, you can get the Roomba i3 for $249.0 and buy the self-emptying bin optionally later.
Let me know in the comments your thought about the Roomba i3+.