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Robot Vacuum Cleaners Buying Guide

Our buying guide will explain which type of robot vacuum cleaner would suit you most, how much you can expect to pay for one, and which features are worth looking out for.

Reviews

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112 reviews
5
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4
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3
(6)
2
(9)
1
(6)
  • Build Quality
    4.1 (17)
  • Value for Money
    3.8 (17)
  • Ease of Use
    4.3 (17)
  • Cleaning & Maintenance
    4.2 (17)
  • Product is used
    • Several times a week (7)
    • Weekly (5)
    • Daily (5)
    • Rarely (1)
  • Noise Level
    3.1 (17)
  • Pet OwnerYes (11) · No (6)
  • System Errors Occasionally (8) · Never (4) · Often (3) · Every time (1)
  • Ease of Programming / Scheduling
    4.4 (15)
  • Battery Life
    3.6 (16)
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Yoyo

YoyoBrisbane

  • 5 reviews
  • 1 like

Excellent product

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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.

Date PurchasedSep 2018
1 comment
iRobot
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

Gaz

GazPerth

  • 2 reviews
  • 6 likes

Fantastic - unbelievable

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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.

Date PurchasedJan 2022
1 comment
iRobot
Teghan R.iRobot
Meg66

Meg66AU

  • 4 reviews

Love love love it

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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!

Date PurchasedJul 2017
1 comment
iRobot
Teghan R.iRobot
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Peter L

Peter LGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC

  • 3 reviews
  • 2 likes
  • Verified purchase

Love Roomba

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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 ))

Date PurchasedOct 2017
2 comments
iRobot
Teghan R.iRobot
Peter L
Peter L

Look forward to the new model )) thanks for your reply too.

What a waste of money!

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Date PurchasedSep 2017
1 comment
iRobot
Teghan R.iRobot
AdamMadd

AdamMaddGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC

  • 18 reviews
  • 24 likes

We've had 3 Roomba and this one is just terrible

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Date PurchasedAug 2017
5 comments
iRobot
Teghan R.iRobot
AdamMadd
AdamMadd

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.

iRobot
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

bronnchan

bronnchanSydney, NSW

  • 8 reviews
  • Verified purchase

Sensor can't see and got itself scratched

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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!

Date PurchasedNov 2018
1 comment
iRobot
Teghan R.iRobot
Julia

JuliaTimaru, NZ

  • 2 reviews

Brilliant!

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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.

Date PurchasedJul 2018
1 comment
iRobot
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.
Kind regards iRobot

Billy

BillySKILLION FLAT

  • 2 reviews

Best vacuum ever!

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Date PurchasedJan 2018
1 comment
iRobot
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.
Kind regards iRobot

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Mum of one

Mum of oneSydney

  • 3 reviews

I would marry it if I could

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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.

Date PurchasedOct 2017
1 comment
iRobot
Teghan R.iRobot
Sharon

Sharon

  • 2 reviews

Highly recommend

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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!!!!

Date PurchasedDec 2017
JamieAus

JamieAusAU

  • 19 reviews
  • Verified purchase

F10 Error

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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.

Date PurchasedSep 2018
3 comments
iRobot
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

JamieAus
JamieAus
iRobot
Teghan R.iRobot

HI Jamie
I am sorry to hear this. Thank you for keeping us all updated on your dealings.
Kind regards iRobot

Sarah v Shazza

Sarah v ShazzaWoodville, South Australia

  • 5 reviews

Turned into a toy really for my husband

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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

Date PurchasedOct 2017
1 comment
iRobot
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.
Kind regards iRobot

Great machine which actually works

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Date PurchasedDec 2017
1 comment
iRobot
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.
Kind regards iRobot

Ruth 70

Ruth 70Perth

  • 4 reviews
  • 1 like

Great addition to our new home.

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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.

Date PurchasedSep 2017
1 comment
iRobot
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.

Krystal M.Western Australia

  • 4 reviews
  • 1 like

Didn't think it work but it dose

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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

Date PurchasedAug 2016
1 comment
iRobot
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.
Kind regards iRobot

Two retrievers and 4 kids, the Roomba 980 cleans up after all of them!

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Date PurchasedJun 2018
1 comment
iRobot
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.
Kind regards iRobot

Davie

DavieQLD

  • 4 reviews
  • 1 like

Bought as a joke turned out well

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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

Date PurchasedFeb 2016
1 comment
iRobot
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?
Kind regards iRobot

vik

vikMelbourne

  • 5 reviews
  • 3 likes

A great helper

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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.

Date PurchasedNov 2017
1 comment
iRobot
Malcolm R.iRobot
cking08

cking08SA, 5013

  • 6 reviews
  • 2 likes
  • Verified purchase

Best Functional Purchase In A Long Time

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Date PurchasedJun 2018
5 comments
iRobot
Malcolm R.iRobot
cking08
cking08

No worries. I truly love this piece of equipment. iPhone set up still not sorted though.

iRobot
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.
Kind regards iRobot

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Questions & Answers

Kristina H.

Kristina H.asked

I have rugs with Fringes. Will that work?

2 answers
Josh D.
Josh D.

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

iRobot
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.

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
Susan L.
Susan L.

Only question I can help with is 3. No it shouldn't be rattling.

Hangah L.
Hangah L.

Thx Susan so I guess something wrong with my roomba?

Josh D.
Josh D.

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

Nancy1

Nancy1asked

Will the room a get stuck if I have a fringe rug?

1 answer
iRobot
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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