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YoyoBrisbane
- 5 reviews
- 1 like
Excellent product
Very well, can go from tile to carpet with no problem. Also have the sensor to stop it to go area we don't want it to go, even we got dogs, love it to be able to pick up anything have no issue. Highly recommend to anyone which have kids and pets.
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GazPerth
- 2 reviews
- 6 likes
Fantastic - unbelievable
We use our new Roomba on both wooden floors and carpet areas. It does an outstanding job on both surfaces.
We are very pleased we have just acquired one - it’s going to save hours of vacuuming. The results are visible as soon as you walk - especially in the carpeted areas. The first clean picked up so much it completely filled up the collection bin.
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Teghan R.iRobot
Hi Gaz
Thank you for taking the time to review the Roomba 980 These are a fantastic device saving many a customer hours and maintenance cleaning. You will find the more you use the Roomba the less you... Read more
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Meg66AU
- 4 reviews
Love love love it
I love this! It gets filth out of places I DIDN'T KNOW EXISTED! It vacuums under my bed .... I never did that!? I can set it to work overnight when I'm in bed asleep, or turn it on when I'm not even home, using the app. It makes floor cleaning a breeze!
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Teghan R.iRobot
Good Morning Meg66
Thank you for taking the time to review the Roomba 980. These are a fantastic device for maintenance cleaning. At their low height, getting under most beds and furniture is a breeze... Read more
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Peter LGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC
- 3 reviews
- 2 likes
- Verified purchase
Love Roomba
We have 2 980 Roomba's as live in 2 story house, just set up cleaning schedule and empty once a week and no problems, easy app and very clean house, we have 2 cats and picks up huge amount of hair.
Just one issue, would love if the app could be like a remote to, direct to area for a spot clean. use the mapping to point area and clean there and return.
Highly recommend, and FYO the area cleaned for just 1 of our Roomba 980 is Lifetime 1014 jobs & 27,944 sq mtr cleaned & 721 hours that we have not had to vacuum by hand well done ))
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Teghan R.iRobot
Hi Peter
Thank you for taking the time to review our iRobot Roomba 980. These are fantastic devices to helps with the mundane.
Your ideas of the mapping and the app to direct the Roomba where to spot ... Read more
Look forward to the new model )) thanks for your reply too.
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Anna WAU
What a waste of money!
Don't get this robot! Thats all i need to start with.
We had an el-cheapo before this and the el-cheapo robot vacuum was so much better than this!
We have had our roomba 980 just over a year and its been nothing but problematic. What a waste of $1400!
1) It gets clogged up all the time and we need to unclog it every single day. The stuff its picking up doesn't even make it to the bin, it just gets clogged in the gap between the bin and the brushes.
2) Even though it is supposed to learn its way around your home, it doesn't. It kept on b...Read more
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Teghan R.iRobot
Good Morning Anna W
Thank you for taking the time to review the Roomba 980. We would very much like to discuss the review with you further. If you can please contact our office on 1300 727 421 with re... Read more
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AdamMaddGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC
- 18 reviews
- 24 likes
We've had 3 Roomba and this one is just terrible
As the subject says, we've had 3 Roomba's over the years and this one is just terrible. Where do I start though.
Firstly, the "debris extractors" barely pick up anything. The brushes on our old 780 were much more useful on hardwood floors, vinyl floors, and carpet.
Secondly, the hole between the brushes and the bin is constantly clogging with dust and dirt so nothing ever gets into the bin. Our old 780 would go close to a week without needing attention (bin clean, brush clean, etc). The 980 needs that hole cleaned every single day. We don't l...Read more
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Teghan R.iRobot
Good Morning AdamMadd
We are sorry to hear you are unhappy with the upgrade from your Roomba 780 to the new Roomba 980. You will find that to start with you will be having to clean your Roomba more fr... Read more
Hi,
I tried calling but i just sit on hold for a very long time but do not get to speak to anyone. Please send me a private message so we can resolve this.
Teghan R.iRobot
HI AdamMadd,
Pleae email us directly at [email protected] with reference C0155124 and your best contact details and we will endeavour to call you within the next 24 hours.
Kind regards iRobot
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bronnchanSydney, NSW
- 8 reviews
- Verified purchase
Sensor can't see and got itself scratched
I was horrified that within its first 15 minutes of operation, new out of the box, the robot managed to get BOTH of its own sensors scratched up against the hardware under my sofa. I thought the sensor was supposed to see objects and not collide into them! I am now extremely concerned that with scratched sensors it can no longer navigate and clean thoroughly.
I love my mopping iRobot and thought the Roomba 980 would similarly meet expectations. But $1500 for a unit that causes damage to itself is just a $1500 liability!
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Teghan R.iRobot
Good Morning bronnchan
Thank you for reviewing the Roomba 980. This particular model has a camera built in on the face of the unit. The sensor on top is so it can see the home base. The Roomba's are 9... Read more
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JuliaTimaru, NZ
- 2 reviews
Brilliant!
Procrastinated about this for a while, as they a a little pricey, but now don't think I could live without this awesome product.
Bought iRobot Roomba 980, (we named her Nina), for the 'in-between clean.' We have a dark coloured carpet and there are always crumbs, thread, fur, hair, dust, etc etc to be noticed, (well I notice them). So I have 'Nina' set up for a clean every second day. She does a really good job, and I was surprised how much actual dust she picks up as well as the long hair, crumbs etc. Yes she will get stuck and advise of an error on my phone when she sucks up kids boxer shorts, or somehow wedges herself under the couch! But thats ok, she turns herself off.
A wee bit loud, but can live with that.
Very impressed.
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Teghan R.iRobot
Good Morning Julia
Thank you for your reviewing the Roomba 980. These are fantastic vacuums for maintenance cleaning. Hopefully the kids will start picking their boxers up so Nina stops collecting them.
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BillySKILLION FLAT
- 2 reviews
Best vacuum ever!
I wanted to wait a while before writing a review to see how this vacuum continued to work with time. I must say I really am amazed at how good it is. It is still as good as the day we got it.
The first day we got Roomba, my husband and I literally sat there watching it clean to see if it would go under the furniture, over our rugs and in tight to reach spots. It went under ALL of the furniture, even reaching places we didn't think it would fit, it cleaned all of our rugs and it changes suction when it goes on to the rug surface. This little ...Read more
vacuum didn't miss a spot and even went over a few places twice! Once it had finished it went back to its base to charge. It came with 2 barriers that you can put in front of a room you don't want it to clean or maybe a dog bowl you don't want it to bump. It maps out your entire house and you can see exactly where it cleaned. We set it on a schedule so it cleans at the same time everyday. It is very smart. We have stairs and it has never fallen over the edge. I don't know what else I could ask for in a vacuum. Now, this vacuum is not a replacement for a regular vacuum. We use it as maintenance. I still vacuum once a week in order to clean the places it doesn't fit, which aren't many but there are a few. It's just great to get home everyday and not have to vacuum. I empty out the tray 1-2 times a week and it's always full. I don't know how I lived so long without Roomba. I would definitely purchase this again and if it ever breaks, I'm buying another one. It has made life so much easier and I don't have to worry about vacuuming under the bed because it vacuums there every day and doesn't miss a spot! Get this vacuum!1 comment
Teghan R.iRobot
HI Billy
Thank you for taking the time to review the Roomba 980. You have hit the nail on the head, this is a perfect maintenance clean. Schedule it to clean when ever you want and you come home to a clean house.
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Mum of oneSydney
- 3 reviews
I would marry it if I could
This is awesome. It has saved hubby and I from so many fights and does a great job for an automatic system - of course it doesn’t get into every crack and crevice so you still need to occasionally clean sharp corners and skirtings but overall it will save you heaps of time! We have rugs/carpet and floor boards.
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Teghan R.iRobot
Hi Mum of one
Thank you for taking the time to review the Roomba 980. These are fantastic maintenance clean devices. Saving you from having to bring and hand vacuum out on a regular bases. Now it is o... Read more
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Sharon
- 2 reviews
Highly recommend
I am impressed with the results and efficiency of this product. It forces your family to keep the house clutter free or he will get stuck.
I have mainly tile and floorboards with some large rugs and he does a great job on everything.
I have found running him everyday is best then your house gets clean enough you only empty the bin and clean the extractors once a week.
Only one bad thing is he’s a bit loud but I’ll deal with that.
Certainly will never be without one now. Love it!!!!
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JamieAusAU
- 19 reviews
- Verified purchase
F10 Error
It was working great for the 1st, 20 days and now comes up with the F10error, we have factory reset the unit and still comes up with this error, as we bought this from kogan we are unable to get warranty here in Au but kogan have been great and have sent us a product return, free of charge, cant wait to get it back.
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Teghan R.iRobot
Good Morning Jamie
We are sorry to hear this has happened. Though are happy to hear Kogan are looking after you.
Kind regards iRobot
Just an update about my dealing with Kogan online, they have sent a replacement but it was very dirty and 2nd hand, a lot of parts are missing from the new box, I have added a video for those that ... Read more
are thinking of purchasing of kogan, I have requested a full refund and will purchase from the Au web page https://youtu.be/QBEEOfCfo2oTeghan R.iRobot
HI Jamie
I am sorry to hear this. Thank you for keeping us all updated on your dealings.
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Sarah v ShazzaWoodville, South Australia
- 5 reviews
Turned into a toy really for my husband
Bought this as a birthday gift for my husband last year and at first he loved it until it drove him nuts as it always needs emptying after each use and has to be put on charge too for long time for short run time. Fun slowly turned bad but it's good on our wood floors but no so much on our carpets
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Teghan R.iRobot
Hi Sarah v Shazza
We are sorry to hear the amusement wore off so quickly with your husband. If you could please contact our office on 130 727 421 with reference C0156392. We would very mush like to discuss the above with you more.
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David M[email protected]
- 2 reviews
Great machine which actually works
We bought the Roomba 980 (christened Robbie the robot) in December 2017 after an extensive renovation on our 2 level home. Both levels are now polished hardwood with a few mats and rugs but no carpet. Robbie works a treat! Typically we set him off when we go shopping and he's done by the time we get home.
There are a number of models in the Roomba range and it was difficult to work out where they differed so in the end we bought the top of the line 980.
We have 2 cats who spend some of their time inside so typically there's a lot of cat hair ...Read more
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Malcolm R.iRobot
Good Afternoon David
Thank you for the fantastic review of the Roomba R980 or should I say Robbie. If you have any future questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Ruth 70Perth
- 4 reviews
- 1 like
Great addition to our new home.
We’ve been using this Roomba for a year and have decided that I would definitely purchase again if I had to make the choice again . I use it for downstairs which is floorboard-like linoleum and carpet. It goes to the lounge, media room, study, kitchen, laundry and washroom and does the job really well. I turn it on before going to work and come home to clean floors. Makes me keep the house in order too, so I can just turn it on without worrying about what will be sucked up. I often do a quick sweep before turning on but it shocks me to see how much more it collects. It’s pretty simple to clean out and maintain. Love how it can be controlled with my phone. This is one appliance that I believe was worth paying for.
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Malcolm R.iRobot
Good Afternoon Ruth 70
Thank you for reviewing the iRobot Roomba 980. These are a fantastic device for keeping your home clean and tidy.
Thanks iRobot
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Krystal M.Western Australia
- 4 reviews
- 1 like
Didn't think it work but it dose
We bought this just for laughts and upon its first use was very surprised how well it works. Yes ok it dose not get everything and sometimes drives right past things it should pick up but it's not a perfect world right. It takes a while to charge but lasts a lot longer than we thought it would
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Malcolm R.iRobot
Good Morning Krystal
Thank you for reviewing the iRobot Roomba 980. These are fantastic aren't they. Perfect for doing the maintenance clean whilst no one is at home.
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Two retrievers and 4 kids, the Roomba 980 cleans up after all of them!
We have a large single storey 5 bedroom house, vinyl floorboards throughout the living areas and carpet in the bedrooms. As per the title, we have 2 golden retriever and 4 boys aged 10 and under, so needless to say the place was in constant need of attention. The dog hair and food from the boys was enough to drive you mad cleaning. We talked about getting a cleaner, we got a Roomba 980 and affectionately called her Rhonda instead.
The difference Rhonda has made has been amazing. She cleans the vinyl floor perfectly, yes she doesn't get in all ...Read more
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Malcolm R.iRobot
Good Morning Matthew
Thank you for the fantastic review of the Roomba 980. With 2 dogs and 4 kids I am surprised you didn't hired an in home cleaner. We are happy to hear Rhonda has been able to help you out with the cleaning.
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DavieQLD
- 4 reviews
- 1 like
Bought as a joke turned out well
We bought this just for the fun of owning one but was shocked after putting it over the carpet once how much extra dirt and sruff it picked up. Doesn't get everything up but it's not your standard vacuum. The cat loves sitting on it while it moves which is so funny too
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Malcolm R.iRobot
Hi Davie
Thank you for reviewing the Roomba 980. I too was amazed by how much the Roomba collected from the carpet.
Have you seen the video on YouTube of the cat riding the Roomba in a shark costume?
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vikMelbourne
- 5 reviews
- 3 likes
A great helper
This robot works better than I thought it would. We have quite a large home with carpet & tiles and the irobot does a good job of keeping the floors clean during the in between vacuuming I still do with the traditional vac. The only thing I find is that due to the size of our floor area, the irobot often has to stop & charge twice through the cleaning cycle which does add some time. The robot is quite loud, somewhat louder than a normal vac but not enough to put you off using it. The down side is my dear cat likes the vibrations enough to try & sit on it. That's not helpful.
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Malcolm R.iRobot
Hi Vik
You cat is not the only one. Check out YouTube, there plenty of videos of cats and small dogs riding along even turning the Roomba on and off as they like.
... Read more
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cking08SA, 5013
- 6 reviews
- 2 likes
- Verified purchase
Best Functional Purchase In A Long Time
Pet fur ! Our dog constantly sheds! A nightmare now in the past. We were using our stick vac every couple of days including under our beds. We saw a demo being done at Harvey Norman & felt confident it would do the job. This vacuum is worth every cent ! Performance as manufacturer & the demonstrator promises.
Our floors are all hard, but it does work well on the front door mat which has a portion of carpet on it.
We have downloaded the app on an Android phone & our app. My only issue is I cannot get the app to work on my phone, but I am gett...Read more
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Malcolm R.iRobot
Good Afternoon cking08
Thank your for the glowing review of the Roomba 980. There is very little left for me to say, except I hope your husband setting it off at work isn't scaring the dog. Please do ... Read more
No worries. I truly love this piece of equipment. iPhone set up still not sorted though.
Malcolm R.iRobot
Good Afternoon cking08
I am sorry to hear the the setup of the app still isn't functioning. Please call our office on 1300 727 421 and we will try further troubleshooting.
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Questions & Answers
Kristina H.asked
I have rugs with Fringes. Will that work?
2 answers
Hi kristina. yes most of them do an so does this one. I sell these if you want a better deal. My website is thetechworldcompany.com my email is on the website so if you want a discount shout an email there to reference this message and I'll give you a good deal. The prices are in American so if you want I can give the Aus prices. Thanks
IXL H.iRobot
Hi Kristina,
The Roomba 980 handles a range of surfaces with ease, including most fringe carpets. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any further queries.
Kind regards,
iRobot
Hangah L.asked
Hi,
I have roomba over a year old and I have few problems that I notice is happening.
1. Roomba sometimes its not starting the schedule clean up and only making the sound when its time to clean I have manually press the clean button on the roomba or through the app
2. Keep getting Error 2 (Clean Roomba debris extractor), in which I always make sure to clean the everything after each use.
3. Is it normal that the roomba making a rattling noise while cleaning in hard surface floor?
Thank and Hope to get an answer soon.
3 answers
Only question I can help with is 3. No it shouldn't be rattling.
Thx Susan so I guess something wrong with my roomba?
Hi hangha. I sell Roomba vacuums. I can offer you good price if you like. Just come to my store and email me which product and I'll give you a discount code. My email is located on the thetechworldcompany.com. I have many different types. Thanks
Nancy1asked
Will the room a get stuck if I have a fringe rug?
1 answer
Teghan R.iRobot
Hi Nancy
It is possible, I have a couple of rugs that i have to fold or pick up so my Roomba doesn't get stuck on them. The alternative is to have the fringe under the rung when the Roomba is on.
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Teghan R.iRobot
Good Morning Yoyo
Thank you for taking the time to review the Roomba 980. You are 100% right, these are a fantastic device for anyone and everyone that has pets and kids and those that do not.
Kind regards iRobot