iRobot Roomba 692 Robot Vacuum – Wi-Fi Connectivity, Personalized Cleaning Recommendations, Works with Alexa, Good for Pet Hair, Carpets, Hard Floors, Self-Charging

10 reviews for iRobot Roomba 692 Robot Vacuum – Wi-Fi Connectivity, Personalized Cleaning Recommendations, Works with Alexa, Good for Pet Hair, Carpets, Hard Floors, Self-Charging

1. 

   Rated 5 out of 5

   K. Palmer – October 5, 2023

   
   I had a Roomba many years ago when they had only been out a few years. There were bumps and bugs but I loved having it clean up. I lived in places where a Roomba would not work well…lot’s of stairs, uneven walkways, thick carpet, etc. I finally moved into a place where a Roomba is just about a necessity like internet! I got a Big Deal price and while it’s not a fancy model that will mop and vac or empty it’s own bin, it gets the job done while I can be doing something else. I feel that the beauty of a Roomba is consistency. You need to run it a little bit every day. This one will have a schedule and I can kick it off by my phone! I can see improvements over my 10 year old one and this new one. I am in LOVE!

2. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Marie-Therese – January 10, 2023

   
   I brought this robot as a gift for my mother and the two main reasons I purchase this product was 1) my mother is not tech Savvy so I was very happy that this did not require WIFI to operate and 2) that it came with a remote control (So I thought). unfortunately, when she opened the package I come to find out there was no remote control (disappointed in myself since after reviewing the product description I realized that I may have made a mistake in thinking that it came with a remote control, again this was an oversight on my part that may have happened while was doing research on the difference robot vacuums that would best fit for my mother). Stating this we decided to give it try since on of the main points was NO WIFI NEEDED. in the box was the charging dock, charging cord, one brush, owner’s manual and of course the robot itself. it recommended to charge for 1hr before use to which we did or at least tried to but the minute we put it in the docking station five minute later the light that said it was suppose to be charging turned off we tried again by lifting and resetting on the dock but again after five minute it turned off (so assuming that it was already fully charged)pressed the clean button and it stated right up. one thing we noticed was the suction power was chefs kiss I mean I could feel the blower from across the room. Another thing we noticed was that it was compact enough to fit under our dining room table legs (odd shape table that had three pieces set together on both legs in a triangle shape, best way I can think to described it -_- sorry) anyway even with its small size it picks ups a lot dust/filth. Stating all this one of the main issues we had with it was the tendency to get stuck/tangled on either loose or frayed carpet and if you don’t keep an eye on it will destroy the carpet as once the ends get wound in the brush it will continue to pull and may very well end up destroying your rug carpet. Another small issue or maybe a quirk was once it got to the wall molding it seems to be trying to climb up on it but again it maybe how it was design to be able to get to all the nooks an crannies (again it was just odd but I thought I would mention it anyway). Last thing I wanted to say about this product was the fact that I was very simple and easy to clean, the parts (Both brushes, rubber winder, dust collection pod) came out smooth and with no hassle and can be put back in fairly easy. So because of this I would say its a fairly good product (as long as you don’t run it on frayed carpets, long loose hair, and anything that can get tangled within the brush) price wise it was a good deal since I got it during the holiday season ($175). Durability seems pretty standard as long a you keep up with the maintenance of cleaning it out after every use since its not self cleaning (we have used it about 5 times now since getting it and suction is still strong hopeful it stays that way). would recommend but still bummed out that it didn’t come with a remote and even after 4 uses it refuses to charge for more that five minute (charging light goes out -_- maybe its suppose to be that way since we are not using it through WIFI) still working through that issue (want to give it a real chance before making a decision on whether or not to send it back). hope this helps anyone reading this make a decision on whether or not you get this product for your family/household.

3. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Kathy – September 27, 2023

   
   I thought this had the mapping feature but does not – it works well and as intended but is all over the place vs cleaning in a pattern and does not have mapping features so you can’t block off areas in a room. It’s worth paying extra for the mapping feature.

4. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Bonnie – September 12, 2023

   
   This is ok for helping with the dog hair, but you still need to go behind it and get underneath and around certain areas. It is much larger than than the Deenkee I purchased a few years ago and doesn’t fit under my my cabinets. It gets pretty rough on the furniture. I wipe it down, but it doesn’t seem like it has a good sensor. It has moved chairs around and gotten stuck.

5. 

   Rated 5 out of 5

   Taylor Reese – October 7, 2023

   
   Works great, price was amazing, delivery was fast, my cats are so entertained by it, I love watching it move around, recommend if looking for similar product

6. 

   Rated 5 out of 5

   Tom G – December 26, 2020

   
   Here are a few tips if you’re thinking about getting a Roomba (which you should!)1. Wait until Prime Day or an equivalent sale. I bought this model for $220 (tax included). If you live in the Seattle area, watch out for the Amazon deals – Amazon vans will park random places for one day only to offload products at a steep discount. The Roomba is a regular for that rotation – I’ve seen this model sold for $140.2. Do not buy cheap knockoff versions for replacement parts on Amazon. Buy only iRobot products (from them directly if possible). There are a lot of versions of fake products from Chinese companies sold on Amazon. These parts are crappy and could impact the performance / lifetime of your Roomba. One example of that is the replacement air filters. The cheaper versions do not seal correctly, so dust gets into the small cracks and other mechanisms within the machine. Replacing your vaccum will cost a lot more than a $10 air filter.3. Clean your air filter with a toothbrush after each use to reduce the clog of dust. Replace the filter every 3 months.4. Do a deep cleaning of your Roomba every 6 months. Use a mini flathead and a small phillips to take off the front cover (you’ll need to take off the small, yellow spinning brush first using the small flathead). Be careful because the threads of the tiny screw are mounted in plastic casing. Very easy to strip. Clean out all the hair around the small screw that attaches the spinning brush (after 6 months, this can cause the brush to stop spinning – 90% of the time, it’s just hair – side note – this motor is also replacable for only $15 on the iRobot website).I’ve noticed a fair amount of negative reviews discussing the shelf life of Roombas. People are making comments like “My cats killed our Roomba” etc. I’d like to set the record straight for this awesome company. Basically, in life, you can’t get things for free. You can’t expect your car, for instance, to function well over time without regular maintainence. Most people hate car maintanance, so it has become widely accepted for most people to pay someone to fix / clean their car. And, for most people this makes a lot of sense. We’d rather spend our time doing other things besides changing the oil, checking the tires, checking the radiator, maintaining the engine and so on.For vaccums, the mechanics are much less complex than a car. However, they still incur a ton of wear and tear like dirt, cat hair, female hair, dust, and eveything else that lands on the floor. Over time, even the best vaccum will break or need repairs if it is not well maintained. In the old days, we had vaccum repair shops because people hated working on their vaccums. Then, everything possible became automated and outsourced. We could have Roomba repair shops that cost $30 to do a tune up of your Roomba. People would probably pay it. But, rest assured, the same people complaining about paying for that would be the same people who complained about the amazing Roomba – the vaccum that does its job with very little work from the human. The only thing is doesn’t do well is clean itself. What we need is a cat Roomba.My closing thought is this one. Spend one hour every three months maintaining your Roomba, and you will save yourself 50+ hours a year (a whole work week) of vaccuming. That’s very simple math, but it will require some effort on the part of the human. I purchased mine on Prime Day 8 months ago. I did my first deep clean (along with the regular air filter cleaning with each use) and she is gently purring like the first day I discovered her :-).I do not own securities in iRobot or work for them. This review is completely of my own writing.

7. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   A – September 20, 2023

   
   The only problem is how it gets trapped easily. Somehow can’t get out of the shoe tray, and gets stuck underneath the coffee table whose legs create an arch at the bottom. Other than that great.

8. 

   Rated 4 out of 5

   B. MCPHEE – June 27, 2023

   
   I bought the iRobot during Black Friday. I knew when I purchased it, it wasn’t the top of the line product. I test one out without a large investment.It runs all over the floor bumping off chair legs, walls and cabinets in a hit and miss sweeping motion. It does not maintain a straight back and forth pattern to ensure each section of room is cleaned. That’s for the more expensive programmable models.Must keep listening to its sounds to interpret where it is. It runs into and knocks down items leaning against the walls and gets stuck under furniture. If the warning voice is not heard, it goes quiet and you have to go looking for it. When the battery gets low, it goes back on the charger if it isn’t stuck somewhere. That’s nice.It’s like having a baby. It goes everywhere, any room without rhyme or reason. Must be ahead of it to insure loose items are off the floor. It will run over strings and scarves get them wrapped onto the sweeper brush causing it to stop. I have blocked it off in a room or nook to force it to stay in an area and provide more effective coverage.Human hair gets wrapped onto the revolving brush and around wheels. The pieces are removable to make it easier to clean it.I will keep using it until it dies, breaks down or if I decide to purchase a deluxe model.

9. 

   Rated 5 out of 5

   Amy – October 2, 2023

   
   Our old Roomba died after about 7 years and this was a great replacement. Easy to set up and does a good job picking up hair, dust, and small debris.

10. 

    Rated 5 out of 5

    LauraHillTV – September 29, 2023

    
    Works really well and also vacuums in the spots you normally can’t reach: under the bed and other pieces of furniture. This is a game-changer. I run it about 5x a week and so my floors are always clean. Love it!