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The Roomba 530 features our newest innovations in vacuum performance, room navigation, edge and corner cleaning, advanced anti-tangle technology and transitioning from carpets to hard floors.
  • Covers 3 rooms on a single battery charge
  • Self-charging Home Base®
  • 2 Virtual Walls
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Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.6 stars
(based on 96 reviews)
98% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Cleans effectively(89), Cleans under furniture(87), Covers entire room(89), Deep cleaning ability(56), Fun too watch(21)
Cons:
Can get stuck(38), Does not clean stairs(34), Frequent maintenance(22), Loses charge quickly(6), Loud operation(12)
Best Uses:
Carpeted rooms(73), Hardwood floors(70), High traffic rooms(70), Large rooms(65), Pet hair(73)
Describe Yourself:
Busy household(55), College student(6), Homeowner(73), Pet owner(66), Renter(9)
My Robot's Name:
Rosie(3)
 
Where Have You Been All My Adult Life???
By gram the cleaner from Manchester, Ct on 7/16/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Does Not Clean Stairs
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

take my kid, don't take my machine.I get tired and embarassed when I have to return machine because plastic brushes break. 3 times in as many weeks, they know me at the store.

 
Wouldn't trade this for the world.
By Jackie from Surprise, Arizona on 7/14/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Does Not Clean Stairs
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, High Traffic Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner, Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I love my Robot. I saved up for a long time to purchase him. He gets under more things than I ever could. It is so easy for me to vacuum every day. I am taking good care so he lasts for a long time. I would like another one for the upstairs. Now I am saving for a Scooba. I am 74 years old and the tile floors are getting to be a job to clean.

 
Awesome sauce!!
By AjihidoVerified Reviewer from Guam on 7/12/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time
Cons:
Haven't found one yet
Best Uses:
Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Duel military 1 baby
My Robot's Name:
M-O
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Thank God we found this GREAT robot!! It saves me SO much time on cleaning and we are going to invest in a scooba to pair with our little "M-O". I am a neat freak and it helps me calm my urge to clean by cleaning for me^^.

 
this product is great
By kc from brooklyn on 7/9/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

as offten

 
EVERYONE SHOULD HAVE ONE OF THESE!!!!!!!
By Robot mom from Rochester, Minnesota on 7/3/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Loses Charge Quickly
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms
Describe Yourself:
Busy household
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is one of the most useful things ever!!! I`m a mom of 4 and i don`t have the time to vacuum every mess my kids make. The Roomba does a great job at cleaning up chips, and leaves from our dog. It covers the whole room and never leaves a crumb.

I recommend this to anybody who has a busy lifestyle, or kids.

Mom`s dream

 
Best Product Ever!
By Atty AnnieVerified Reviewer from San Diego, CA on 6/25/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Frequent Maintenance
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, High Traffic Rooms, Pet Hair, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Julio
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I love this product... I was skeptical and thought about purchasing an irobot for years before I finally took the plunge. Boy, am I mad for waiting! Julio (my robot) cleans my tile kitchen floors and my carpeted floors excellently -- also does a GREAT job on area rugs. Everything is always clean (and I have FOUR dogs). Wonderful product ... I HIGHLY recommend!

 
The Brits have Roomba's
By DoozerVerified Reviewer from Cheshire, United Kingdom on 6/21/2008
Pros:
Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Does Not Clean Stairs
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, Large Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Technical Gadget Geek, Technology Lover
My Robot's Name:
Roomski
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Roomba is a great piece of kit. It is able to work it's way around my dining table (and gets dirt from UNDER the small feet that my normal vacuum doesn't reach) and work around my TV stand without any problems.

Noise wise, it is quieter than a standard bagless upright vacuum and is simple to operate.

The only thing that I do is make sure that I lift dining chairs off the floor to make sure it can easily clean all round.

I only wish I could get a Scooba now (come on guys - us Brits love these units!)

 
Best Purchase ever
By The MeadMaker from Jackson Township Ohio on 6/5/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time
Cons:
Edge brush broke, Frequent Maintenance, Hair caught in bearings, pros outway the cons, Side brushes defective
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Lupe
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Purchased without my wifes knowledge, and when it arrived, she raised and eyebrow. She asked what I spent, and I told her. She raised more than an eyebrow. I ran Lupe the first night. Wife woke me up in the morning and told me I made my best purchase ever. Lupe Rosa Maria works her butt off to clean up after 2 kids and a cat. She takes care of the crumbs on the vinyl and the hair on the carpet. We own a Hoover Z and the extra dust and debris that Lupe finds is incredible. Because of the cat, the brush maintenance is extensive, but that is my kids fault. I only wish irobot would come up with a less fragile edge brush, or include some replacements in the box. Bottom line, the family LOVES Lupe, and my wife is asking if she has sisters for upstairs and the basement!!

 
Love it, love it, love it!!!
By FrancesVerified Reviewer from Lacombe, La on 5/29/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, I don't have to vacuum, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
bot must be cleaned OFTEN
Best Uses:
Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Boogie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I purchased my roomba a week before installing laminate floors. When I ran it on the carpet, you could see the lines in the carpet where roomba had went. It went everywhere, over and over!!! I showed my cousin and she went out and bought one immediately. My laminate floors are always clean, as I use Boogie almost every other day. I have 2 dogs, one is a Shih Tzu and she really sheds a lot.

 
Great Work - Hard to get parts
By BillVerified Reviewer from Chattanooga, TN on 5/16/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Loud Operation
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner
My Robot's Name:
Rover, Susie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

We purchased 2 - 530 Robots. They do a good job.
But brushes break easily and hard to get parts. Ordered brushes and have not recieved in 45 days.

 
Where has this been all my life?
By Firmly Under PawVerified Reviewer from Jacksonville, FL on 5/13/2008
Pros:
Can work while it runs, Cat fur wads are GONE, Cat Ignores Roomba, Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Incredibly efficient, Incredibly quiet, Pet Friendly, Under the bed genius
Cons:
Confused by black pattern, New front wheel required, Tangles in blind cords, Unplugs stereo wires
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Most area rugs short pile, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Disabled homeowner
My Robot's Name:
Dust Bunny
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I'm not supposed to vacuum per my doctor, but that's not realistic with a long haired cat, cheap carpet and no money to pay for a cleaning service. Had this recommended by a friend whose brother owned one and researched it pretty well before I bought. Other than an initial problem with a front wheel assembly, which was promptly replaced no charge, no hassle, the most time spent is cleaning the brushes. I'd redesign the end pieces to make it a little easier to get all the cat fur wound around in the little grooves easier to get out. It took me a little time to learn how to take the bits out, but once I learned, it's dead easy to hear the little nagging "nee-naw" sound, go in and clean brushes. As the house gets cleaner and it's NEVER been this clean, there's less to tangle around the brushes. This little darling was literally rolling up matts of cat fur from under the bed the first time it went under there. Watching it come out from under my kitchen island chasing dust bunnies taller than the Roomba was hilarious and gave it the name. My elderly cat settled down after watching it suspiciously the first few times and gets up to let it do its thing, then flops right back down in her sunbeam with only an ear flick. It's not so heavy that it exceeds my weight limit and I'm now able to clean my floors daily instead of once every 6 weeks or so. I'm looking forward to saving up for a Scooba and maybe a Dog for the garage/porch area where the lawn service blows stuff in around the cracks. The only downside is its habit of unplugging my phone and stereo wires in one room and I'm perfectly happy to plug them back in if it means this kind of clean. I've had mine about a month now and I can't imagine how I lived before it came along to snatch up all the wads of cat fur on the floor. The only area rug it can't handle has a combination of a pale green border and pattern on a black background. It thinks I've put it down in midair over a cliff and gets very distressed. The other oriental carpets in assorted dark colors and patterns don't bother it a bit and it doesn't tangle the fringed borders at all. I'm learning to hang the blind cords up away from it and it encourages me to be tidy and keep my shoes in the closet so I don't have to pick up anything out of its way. It'll mangle a magazine if you forget and leave it on the floor, but then so would a regular vacuum if it passed over. I run it until the battery goes dead to extend battery life rather than letting it dock on half a charge. This little gadget quickly made itself indispensible to me. I don't know why more people don't know about them or have them. I'm a fan!

 
A Dream Come True
By dlmaddieVerified Reviewer from Denham Springs, LA on 5/13/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Being a single mother with a more than a full time job and also having 3 dogs in the house cleaning is not an easy task to get around to. But with the Roomba, I can come home in the evenings, get homework done, feed my family and the dogs and still vaccum the house.

 
Roomba has become my newest best friend
By GamermomVerified Reviewer from Richmond, VA on 5/9/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Loud Operation
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Pet Owner, Renter
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I use it just about every day. One more task around the house that I don't have to do. With 2 growing boys and 2 pets it has made it easier to do things that are more important around the house. The kids even want to use it for their room. Boys that to want to clean there room I thought I would never see the day.

 
Good Product - Saves time
By ST3Verified Reviewer from Union, Ky on 4/30/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time
Cons:
Customer support very slo, Frequent Maintenance, Rotating brush breaks eas
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner
My Robot's Name:
Rombi
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Overall happy with my 530. Accessories need to be available at retail stores.

 
Luv my Roomboni
By The VladVerified Reviewer from Alameda on 4/29/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Does Not Clean Stairs
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Frank J Roomboni
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I run mine twice a week. Sometimes on rare occasions gets stuck under the couch. Sometimes picks up the corners on some rugs. Still exceeds expectations but is not as good as the real thing. It supplements the cleaning.I still chase the tall vac once every couple of weeks for a more thorough cleaning.

At first it was kind of difficult to clean the filter, so I started using an old soft toothbrush.

I named mine after F.J. Zamboni, the other name was gonna be Arnold... it,s my old squadrons call sign because of Roomba's fire and forget capabilities. Also it cleans "any time baby"

The obvious choice would have been Rosie from the Jetsons.

 
THIS IS THE GREATEST INVENTION
By JUNEBUG from REDDING,CA on 4/27/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Come Home To Clean Floors, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly, Picks up dog hair, Picks up long hair
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Frequent Maintenance
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner
My Robot's Name:
COUNT VACUULA
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

WE PURHASED THE COUNT--THEN USED OUR REGULAR VACUUM, SHAMPOOED THE CARPET--THEN PUT VACUULA TO WORK---WOW--THE STUFF THAT CAME OUT AFTER ALL THAT PREVIOUS WORK---I USE IT EVERY DAY--I DO NOT EVER WANT TO BE WITHOUT THIS PRODUCT--NO PARTS ARE BROKEN--BUT I ORDERED A REPLENISHING KIT SO I WILL NEVER BE WITHOUT MY 'COUNT VACUULA'.

 
Annoying LImits, but Still Worthwhile
By AlanVerified Reviewer from Illinois on 4/21/2008
Pros:
Avoids hand vacuuming
Cons:
Brushes need cleaning oft, Bumper won't stay on, Can Get Stuck, Frequent Maintenance, Must Empty Dustbin Often, Needs bag to avoid dust r, Not good on rough carpet, Pet hair overwhelms
Best Uses:
Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Cat owner
My Robot's Name:
VERY DEMANDING
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Needs big bag--dust bin is small and messy. I have to clean brushes approx. 3 times per room vacuuming. Very dirty to clean brushes, filter, bag. Doesn't save time, but does save a bit of effort. Nor sorry I have it, but sure doesn't work as well as I had hoped.

 
The Answer to Everything
By n/a from Rockville MD on 4/15/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner, Single parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

As a middle-aged single parent with 3 dogs, I thought infatuation was a thing of the past, but Roomba has changed my life for the better, and I'm happily announcing my new love to all of my friends. I can now entertain again without traumatizing my children with excess housework. My house now looks like actual humans live there! Thanks, Roomba!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
I loved it at first...
By AprilVerified Reviewer from Norristown, Pa on 4/15/2008
Pros:
Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner, Pet Owner

When I first got it I loved it and it worked great but a few months of using it a couple times a week just for those quick cleanings it started to loose suction. It isn't because it needs cleaning as I emptied the bin several times while it was cleaning and cleaned the brushes after it was all done, every time. Another thing was the fact that the little side brush started to fall off, which means it doesn't get along the edges or into the corners anymore. I was planning on buying more for other parts of the house but not anymore.

 
Excellent work horse
By jstoreyVerified Reviewer from louisville, KY on 4/14/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Does Not Clean Stairs, Loud Operation
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Busy household
My Robot's Name:
George
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

First off, we have 3 kids, 2 cats and 1 dog. George runs daily on hardwood and carpet. Each time, the bin is full of pet hair. I also have to clean the beater bar and have taken a vacuum cleaner to the thing. it picks up nicely and can get stuck. It hangs under the ottoman, so I just turn it upside down before operating. Cons are that it needs cleaning often (my problem, not the roomba)and the side brushes break easily. Other than that, everyone should have one. I recommended it to my brothers / sisters and now we all have one. Roomba is great fun too!!!

 
Exceeded all expectations!
By mcdiz from St. Catharines, Ontario on 4/9/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Frequent Maintenance
Best Uses:
Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
College student
My Robot's Name:
Roomba
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This was a great purchase. The roomba picks up dog hair and cat hair easily. It works well on hardwood, tile and carpet. My dog and cat stay away from it when it is cleaning (they are afraid of it) which is good. It cleans very thoroughly.

 
I love my Roombas!!!!
By Nurse Diva from Durham, NC on 4/9/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Kids can vacuum now
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Parent of small kids
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I love the way Roomba can clean while I do other household chores. It is great to see the freshly vacuumed floors after running errands away from home. The maintenance is super easy.

 
Not a bad product but it has weaknesses
By None from Monument, CO on 4/8/2008
Pros:
Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Rotating brush breaks
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Issac
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The product is effective a picking up hair both pet and human. I does hoever suffer from a poorly designed side rotating brush. I have had my Roomba for 3 months and two of the 6 arms of the rotating brush have broken off. I ordered new brushes but I-Robot is very slow about filling orders. That perhaps is their weakest point in customer service.

 
works wonderful
By Gopher from Dubach, LA on 4/3/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room
Cons:
brushes broke easily, Loud Operation
Best Uses:
High Traffic Rooms
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Lizzie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

We have all tile floors with area rugs. I haven't vacuumed since my new best friend Lizzie moved in, several months ago! Only 2 minor problems...the noise is a nuisance if you're trying to watch TV. I fixed that problem, now I hit her button as I walk out the door and come home to clean floors and Lizzie is back on her charge. It's like having a maid come in, only you pay for Lizzie one time and you're done, and she'll work any day of the week or as many times in a week as you want her to. One other problem was 2 of the small brushes broke, but I haven't noticed any difference in her ability to clean. If/when I do, I can eaily order the replacement brushes.

 
It's fantastic !
By WendyVerified Reviewer from Lorain, OH on 4/3/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Does Not Clean Stairs
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner
My Robot's Name:
Mommy's Boyfriend
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Love this vacuum!! It cleans under beds and end tables that my upright vacuum can't get to. Like the way it cleans and that it puts itself back on it's base when done. My side brush did break shortly after getting my Roomba. I called the company and they quickly sent out a replacement.
This is an overall great product. My best Christmas Gift EVER!

 
I love it, almost perfect
By Soccerplayer 25 from Virginia on 3/29/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
College student, Renter
My Robot's Name:
Kaiser 1
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I am a renter and when I moved in of course I rented the industrial vacuum to originally clean the carpet, well immediatley after I shampooed and vacuumed and allowed it to dry I used my roomba and was amazed at how much the industrial vac missed. Only set back this model has that I see is unable to set up a schedule so I manually have to tell it to clean when I get in from school but it still beats having to vacuum my self and the roomba does an outstanding job. My carpet is always "fluffy" and my entrace and kitchen free of dirt and debris. I like the product so much I bought the 580 and use both of them but the 580 is capable of cleaning everyday without me having to do a thing. Especially great for cleaning before and after parties.

 
Best Gift My Husband Ever Bought For Me!
By Taylor: New home owner, factory worker from Morrison,TN on 3/26/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time
Cons:
Cant See Black Rugs, Does Not Clean Stairs
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Alfred
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Cleans every room(except the stairs), area's that are difficult for me to get to everyday, the hardwood and tile stay white sock spotless, but his spinning side brush has to be replaced frequently. "Alfred" is the greatest gift my husband has ever bought me. It's hard to say which I love more my dishwasher or my roomba. I tell everyone I know to get one. My best friend has already and we are getting our mothers one each for Mothers Day. There isn't enought room here to to tell others how wonderful our roomba is or how much work it has taken off me and how much free time it has given me that I have never had before. Get one...I have the 530, & I love him. I tell everyone he's my other man.

 
100% Recommended for Carpet Cleaning
By Discreter from Vancouver, BC on 3/25/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin
Cons:
Loses Charge Quickly
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, Large Rooms, Long Hair, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
College student, Homeowner
My Robot's Name:
roomba 530
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The robot pick up every thing from dust to hair, everytime i turn on the robot, it will always have some dust after it return to base
But, the battery drain a lil bit quick

 
Awesome Time Saver!
By The Stamper5 from PA on 3/24/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Pet Friendly, Time and Back Saver
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Loud Operation, Side brushes defective
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, Large Rooms, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Kids, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Jackson
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This was my 12th Anniversary Gift ( At my request!)
I absolutely love how well it cleans under the furniture. I does have a hard time going from the hardwood to the area rugs though. And the side brush is not very sturdy, 2 of the brushes have broken off after only 3 weeks, but
with 3 kids 6 and under and a very hairy cat, it is a huge time saver! LOVE IT!!

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Hassle Free
By Big BVerified Reviewer from Fresno, CA on 3/22/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time
Cons:
Can Get Stuck
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Renter
My Robot's Name:
Johnster
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Vacuming made hassle free. Can vacum when you are not home.

 
Love It!
By Mrs. TVerified Reviewer from Uniontown, OH on 3/20/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Does Not Clean Stairs
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Hazel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I love my Roomba! My mother thought that I needed some help keeping up with my housework and that it would make a great gift for me. She was right! Having a family, full time job, two cats and a dog are alot of work! Hazel does a fantastic job everyday! I start it up before or after work and I can do so much more while it runs. I didn't think it would do such a great job on the pet hair but as long as I run it daily, it's great. My only regret is that I can't have one for each level of the house! I still have to use the regular vacuum for the stairs but not daily. Now all I need is a robot to fold and put away laundry!

 
Love It!!!
By TaylorVerified Reviewer from Glen Mills, PA on 3/20/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Does Not Clean Stairs, Frequent Maintenance
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Large Rooms
Describe Yourself:
Busy household
My Robot's Name:
Karen
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Well when I sold my company that I had for 8 years I had a house cleaner, but since I couldn't afford her anymore I had to get rid of her. So then I was like great I have to vacuum again. (which I always have hated)
So when my friend told me about this I was like, I'll give it a try. It is the best thing ever!! I watch it while it cleans or when I'm ready to go out of my house I just press CLEAN on my Roomba and Scuba. When I come home I have a nice clean house. I was like I have Karen back!!!!! Thank you iRobot!!!!!

 
love it love it love it love it
By Jolie from Texas on 2/29/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
2 kids wlots of friends, Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
lil guy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The best thing about this "Lil Guy" is you push the button and go. There is a little maintenance on it, cleaning brushes, etc. It cleans very well and has freed up so much time for me.

 
Love my Roomba!
By StacyVerified Reviewer from San Diego on 2/25/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Loud Operation
Best Uses:
Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Pet Owner, Renter
My Robot's Name:
R2 Floor2
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I received mine as a Christmas gift. The first time I used it, I hadn't vacuumed in the 2 weeks previous. I have 2 golden retriever chow mixes and 2 cats. We have a LOT of fur in the house! The first time I used it, it got everything fairly clean, but it left some big clumps of pet hair. Now we run it quite often, so pet hair doesn't have a chance to build up, so there is NO clumping. Now, I'm thinking of buying a scooba!

 
Pet Friendly - Thorough Cleaning
By PhilVerified Reviewer from NYC on 2/22/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Loud Operation
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms
Describe Yourself:
Pet Owner, Renter
My Robot's Name:
Mr Roboto
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I was sceptical when I first saw the advertisements for this product, but after some time debating, I purchased it from a local retailer. I have five cats and wasn't sure how it would perform on the carpeting. After the 2nd trip around my apartment, it was miraculously clean. Just clean the brushes frequently and change the filter and it is AMAZING. To all of the pet owners out there worrying if it will freak your pets out....Dont Worry! One of my cats likes to jump on it and sit as my Roomba runs around the floors.....HYSTERICAL!!!

 
Everyone should have one in their home.
By CrystalVerified Reviewer from Canada on 2/18/2008
Pros:
Children love it, Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Doesn't scare pets, Goes to home base, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time, Very QUIET
Cons:
Does Not Clean Stairs, Frequent Maintenance
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms
Describe Yourself:
Have Small children, Pet Owner, Renter
My Robot's Name:
Scrappy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

It's perfect if you have small children that try to pick up things off the floor and eat them because their's nothing left after the robot's finished and it will find things you thought you lost and push them out from under the couch or bed or whatever!

 
Cheapest live-in cleaner ever
By Mya from Magnetic Island ...Australia on 2/12/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Never talks back, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Brushes break easily, Can Get Stuck
Best Uses:
Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner, Pet Owner, Picks up beach sand
My Robot's Name:
Manuel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I live on the beach ,so have loads of sand that is brought in by the dogs and us.Manuel is absolutely wonderful...I love my live in, cheapo cleaner and he never asks for a raise.....

 
Best. Pet. Ever.
By Em from Cypress, TX on 2/10/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Frequent Maintenance
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Large Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner, Working Mom
My Robot's Name:
Norm
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

We love Norm! He runs around cleaning like a dutiful pet with way more skills, and I spend a few moments pretending to be a lady of leisure before, guilt-ridden, I get up and join the cleaning spree. We named him Norm because of our ecstatic reaction to him merely re-entering a room..."NORM!" (Any "Cheers" fans out there?).

We have a dog who sheds a moderate amount, and so I do have to clean Norm's brushes frequently, but I figure if I let him clean regularly enough, I won't be cleaning the brush as often. He does get stuck under one piece of furniture, but I find it rather charming..."Norm, I TOLD you not to go under there!"

 
Nice Break!
By On A Break from Toledo, Ohio on 2/6/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Loses Charge Quickly
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Dusty
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I got my roomba for christmas. I thought is was so no one else would have to sweep.The first one was a 400 series that didn't pick up well. We exchanged it for a 530 and I love it. We use it everyday. It doesn't seem to run as long as advertised before recharging. It seems to work best if you confine it to 1 room at a time.Great on hardwood floors!I clean it after each use. An airduster,Hemostats and a dog comb work well for cleaning.I really haven't had any major issues yet and would reccommend it.

 
I love her!
By Catlady from Illinois on 2/2/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Loses Charge Quickly
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Shirley
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I bought Shirley after talking to a co-worker who has a red roomba, and loves it. She has one cat. I work with a cat rescue group, am a foster home and currently have 24 cats and kittens living in my house. I was somewhat skeptical, but I hate to vacuum, so I figured, 30 day trial, what do I have to lose? I love Shirley! I have old carpeting in my house, and it even looks 100% better! After 2 weeks, she is still picking up lots of hair - I set her loose every day, and I do have to clean the brushes frequently, but I expected that, so I'm not disappointed. I'm sure that will improve over time. The cats were a little leery at first, but now they just jump over and around her while she's doing her thing. I love the fact the I can sit on the couch and watch TV at normal volume while she's running around the room. The only problem I have is she doesn't seem to run the advertised time on a charge. I'm seriously thinking about buying another one, so they can work together. The Scooba looks interesting, but probably not worth the price, as I have very little linoleum floor to clean. I've told all my friends in our humane society that they really need to get one!

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ROOMBA NEEDS WORK
By WOOLIEVerified Reviewer from CHESTER,NY on 1/30/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Large Debris Bin, Pet Friendly
Cons:
BRUSH FALLS OFF, Can Get Stuck, Does Not Clean Stairs, Frequent Maintenance, WHEEL THAT SIDESWEEPS KEG
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner
My Robot's Name:
GET REAL
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I USE MY ROOMBA FOR REGULAR HOUSEHOLD CLEANING AND FEELS IT DOES A GREAT JOB BUT THE WHEEL WITH BRUSH THAT DOES THE SIDESWEEPING KEEPS FALLING OFF AND THIS IS MY THIRD ROOMBA IN ONE YEAR. ALL THREE HAD STUPID THINGS GO WRONG SO WHEN THEY WORK THEY WORK GREAT BUT I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE ONE WITHOUT PROBLEMS. I JUST SPENT A YEAR BATTLING CANCER AND THIS INCONVENIENCE WAS NOT NEEDED.

 
My New Best Friend
By SF in SF from San Francisco, CA on 1/29/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Does Not Clean Stairs
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Spot
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I absolutely love Spot! He's happy when I use him, and sings a little song each and every time. Who ever knew life could be so fun? I vacuum every day, especially the kitchen. Now, if crumbs get on the floor while cooking, who cares.... I know Spot will take care of it!

 
Hardworker!
By gvv from Ottawa, ON on 1/23/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Frequent Maintenance
Best Uses:
Hardwood Floors, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner, Pet Owner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I got it on Christmas.
Didn't believe it actually can do the job and should say I was surprised. I have a cat and a dog and it cleans all the hair. Does not matter on carpet or hardwood.
Pros:
After you start it you don't need to think about it anymore
Cleans nicely and recharge itself
My most curious dog does not even care about it!
Simple and good documentation

Cons:
The main problem I found with it is side brush. After a week I already lost half of them. Retailers does not have any of parts in stock, so I was dissapointed.

 
I love it!
By Amber the momVerified Reviewer from Wrightwood, CA on 1/20/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Frequent Maintenance
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Lolly III
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I love Lolly! She is great. My daughter loves her so much that she even kisses her goodnight when she redocks.

 
The Gift of Time AND a Cleaner House!
By PatVerified Reviewer from Springfield, VA on 1/17/2008
Pros:
Carpet to hardwood easily, Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Does Not Clean Stairs, Side brushes break easily
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Kitty litter, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Fivealive
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I can set my Rooomba 530, Fivealive, to work and then do other things which gives me the gift of time! It goses from carpet to hardwood floor and back easily and does not get tangled up in the rug fring or electrical cords. It is simply wonderful cleaning kitty ltter, etc, from the cats' (I have 4 of them) room. I am amazed at the amount of stuff it picks up even when I think the room it is running in is clean. And I love to watch it dock. It's like an airplane taxying to the terminal.

 
Talk About a Gift That Keeps Giving!
By Retired Maid from Harrisonville, MO on 1/17/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Ruby Roomba
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Got Ruby as a gift. She is awesome! My favorite part is all the dog hair she picks up! Makes my life So Much Easier!!! I am now retired from sweeping the floors

 
Don't know why roomba is acting up.
By KateVerified Reviewer from Chicago, IL on 1/15/2008
Pros:
Deep Cleaning Ability, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Frequent Maintenance, Loses Charge Quickly
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
College student, Pet Owner, Renter
My Robot's Name:
Sonny
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I got Sonny as a gift in Oct. 2007. He worked wonders for about 2 months. I used to recommend him to friends and family mebers, but now Sonny makes me clean his brushes every 5 minutes-not an over estimate. The brushes are not even full or covered in hair and there is very little dirt in the bin. He is so stubborn. I do have a GSD with long hair and he does one of two things with the hair, he either picks it up or throws clumps of it around the front room. We live in an apt so every room except the kitchen and bathroom is carpet and the rooms are not that large, but sonny can no longer finish one without loosing a charge. He never returns to his base, and he gets stuck under everything he can fit under except the kitchen chairs which he has no trouble manuvering his way out. The first time we used him his side brushes kind of bent and so he doesn't do corners well. [...] We used to say how wonderful the apt looked after roomba was through now we can't even tell he's done anything at all. Maybe we just got a dud, but I don't think Sonny should be having so many issues after only 3 & 1/2 months. He used to do so well. I would probably still recomend him to someone who doesn't have any carpeting in there house. Maybe he just can't handle an almost all carpet apt. I don't know. Currently I am just so unhappy with Rooba's performance.

 
Best invention in years
By Foresiders from Scarborough, ME on 1/12/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Does Not Clean Stairs
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Mud Room, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Rosie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

We use it 7 days a week. I never cleaned 7 days a week before.

 
Grandma Loves
By Grandma legsVerified Reviewer from Orlando, Fl on 1/9/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Helps Grandma, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Homeowner, I have 3 dogs and 2 cats, My daughter has 5 dogs, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Stephanie, Trish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

My daughter and I purchase for my mom her grandma for Christmas 2007. She is 81 and has had both knees replaced. Vacuming was getting hard for her but refused to let us do for her. This is the answer. She just puts in in the room, pushes the button and sits down. She loves to watch it do all the work. Thanks for making her life easier and she still has her dignity.

 
I want more than one!
By cat bus ladyVerified Reviewer from Emerson, GA on 1/8/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, I love the way it works, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Larger storage bin, Need larger debris bin
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Bus owner works alot, Busy household
My Robot's Name:
Still trying out names
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is one of the best gifts I ever got! I want the one that washes floors! I LOVE this machine. I want the one that washes floors!

 
WOW!
By Brooklyn GirlVerified Reviewer from Potomac Falls, VA on 1/8/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time
Cons:
Can Get Stuck, Does Not Clean Stairs
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Small Rooms, Tile Floors
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner
My Robot's Name:
Rhoda
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Just got it as a Christmas present. Works better than I ever imagined it would. Regular vacuuming is hard especially with knee/back problems. Having "Rhoda" to get under furniture is like having a cleaning service. Wish IRobot would invent a stair cleaner. I think Roomba needs to get into corners more and it does bump hard into walls & objects. But, I'm extremely satisfied with my 530 series.

 
He's my new best friend
By valinda4kids from Winston-Salem,NC on 1/7/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Covers Entire Room, Deep Cleaning Ability, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Cons:
Loud Operation
Best Uses:
Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Large Rooms, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Busy household, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Joe Jr
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

We have 3 dogs, (48 dog toenails w/ grit), 4 kids,+ gorgeous hardwood maple floors (probably 700 sq ft). Joe, Jr.(vacuum) is full everyday. Seemed slow at first, but now I like knowing someone else is at work WHILE I am also working around the house

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Rosie the Roomba Rocks!!!
By Tastas12 from Silver Spring, MD on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Covers Entire Room, Hassle Free Operation, Large Debris Bin, Long Run Time, Pet Friendly
Best Uses:
Carpeted Rooms, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Rooms, Pet Hair
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner, Pet Owner
My Robot's Name:
Rosie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Excellent Christmas gift! I have been dying for a Roomba for some time and the 530 is the perfect match! I was very worried about my two cats, bc one tends to be skittish, but they get along great with Rosie. They chase her like she is another cat. Honestly, bc of the cat hair I clean her bin and brushes after each use just to make sure there isn't a problem, but it probably isn't necessary. She only has been stuck once and that was bc of cords. If you have them on the floor just move them and she is fine. Relatively quiet and certainly dummy proof! When we move to a larger place I will put one on each floor!

 
A toy that does your dirty work for you!
By RoombaVerified Reviewer from Findlay Oh on 1/3/2008
Pros:
Cleans Effectively, Cleans Under Furniture, Lon