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Trifo Ollie sitting on carpet.

Trifo Ollie vacuum review: pet-friendly performance

The Trifo Ollie is built specifically for pet owners and for eliminating fur, and includes a variety of additional features to separate it from the competition.
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How to build a smart apartment

Putting together a smart apartment requires a bit of research, but it's not as challenging as you'd think. Here's what you need to know.
The Shark Rocket Cordless Stick Vacuum.

Trouble with your Shark vacuum? Check out our repair guide

From overheating and Wi-Fi issues to suction loss, here are some of the most common Shark traditional and robot vacuum maladies and a few fixes you can try.
Countertop bird's eye view of the Instant Pot Duo Crisp 11.

Walmart is having a massive clearance sale on tech today

Walmart has some deep discounts on 4K TVs, Instant Pots, and even robot vacuums right now. Here's a look at the pick of the bunch.
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Walmart’s summer savings event ends soon – Don’t miss these deals

Snap up a cheap laptop, Chromebook, TV, or even air fryer when you check out the Walmart summer savings event before it ends soon.
The Surface Laptop Go in use.

Best Buy 3-Day Sale: Get a laptop for $89, 50-inch TV for $300

Save big on all kinds of tech including laptops, TVs, speakers, and robot vacuums as part of the Best Buy 3-day sale.
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Today’s best deals: Get a 75-inch TV for $650, Dell laptop for $225

We've rounded up some of the best deals from across different online retailers, whether it's robot vacuums or laptops, so come take a look at what's here.
Roomba in dock.

How to fix a Roomba that can’t return to its docking base

Is your Roomba struggling to return to its home base to recharge? Here is what may be going wrong and the solutions to help it find its way home again.
iRobot Roomba 692 on a hardwood floor negotiating a mat.

Troubleshooting a noisy Roomba: 6 fixes to keep your bot quiet

Is your Roomba making loud noises while it works? That's annoying when you want some quiet, and it can scare pets: Here's how to keep your robot vacuum silent.
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Memorial Day vacuum sales: Save on cordless and robot vacuums

Vacuums, including both cordless vacuums and robot vacuums, are among the most popular purchases during Memorial Day sales, and these are the best deals.
Yeedi Vac Max on grey carpet.

Yeedi Vac Max review: Impressive smart vacuum at a reasonable price

Yeedi Vac Max offers an impressive spec sheet and an even more impressive price tag. It's not perfect, but shoppers on a budget should give it a closer look.
Roomba near a sofa.

How to stop your robot vacuum from going under furniture

Robot vacuums can do a lot to keep your floors clean, but homeowners may have concerns about them getting stuck under furniture. Here's how to prevent it.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus cleaning a wooden floor.

Why does my Roomba robot vacuum keep going in circles?

Does your Roomba get trapped going in circles? Here's what could be causing the problem and the best solutions that can get the Roomba working again.
A Dyson HEPA Filter.

What are HEPA filters, and can you clean them?

HEPA filters are excellent at trapping particles in vacuums, but they can get clogged easily as a result: Here's how to clean and care for them the right way.
iRobot Roomba S9.

Can a robot vacuum work as an air purifier?

Is there a future where robot vacuums and air purifiers are the same device? Not likely, but they might be able to work together.
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Why is my Roomba side brush not spinning?

Roomba brushes require some maintenance from time to time. Here are tips and a step-by-step process to fix the issue of when it decides to stop spinning.
iRobot Roomba j7+ on hardwood floor.

Why does my Roomba keep cleaning the same area?

Roombas may malfunction and go over the same area multiple times. Here are some tips to help fix that behavior.
Underside and brushes of iRobot Roomba j7+.

How to connect a Roomba to Wi-Fi

Roombas are incredibly smart robot vacuums, but you'll need to connect them to your Wi-Fi network to enable the best features. Here's what you need to do.
Roomba on floor with dog.

The best Roomba name ideas for your robot vacuum

It feels a little weird calling your Roomba "Roomba" when giving commands or talking to it. Try out these stylish names instead!
iRobot Roomba j7+ in dock beside dog.

The iRobot Genius 4.0 update makes Roombas even smarter

The iRobot Genius 4.0 software update has rolled out, bringing with it new features and capabilities.

How to empty and clean a Roomba vacuum

Emptying the dirt and debris from your Roomba vac is an essential part of robot vacuum care. Here's a guide on how to do so.
A Roborock S4 Max with a charger sitting the right.

Roborock S4 Max review: Multi-floor, room-by-room cleaning

Looking for a dedicated robot vacuum to help keep dirt or pet hair at bay? We tried the Roborock S4 Max to see what it can do and how well it cleans.
A iRobot Roomba e5 sits on the floor.

iRobot Roomba e5 review: Superb and affordable

Shopping for a robot vacuum on a budget? We put this lower-cost Roomba to the test.
The iRobot Roomba i7 cleaning a living room.

Is a robot vacuum that doesn’t auto-empty even worth it?

Robot vacuums are getting smarter and smarter. Now, they can not just empty but also clean themselves. So will we soon see inferior bots disappear?
The Neato D10 is the latest flagship robot vacuum from Neato.

Neato D10 Review: Putting the D in deep clean

The Neato D10 provides a better, deeper clean than the competition thanks to its unique shape and versatile cleaning modes.
iRobot Roomba j7+ on hardwood floor.

Roomba attempts great escape from budget hotel

A Roomba, apparently tired of cleaning up after guests at a hotel in England, recently made a dash for it and trundled to freedom.
The Ecovacs Deebot X1 Omni cleaning hardwood floors.

Roborock S7 Max vs. Ecovacs Deebot X1

Roborock and Ecovacs are changing the game with the announcement of two new flagship robot vacuums, the S7 MaxV Ultra and Deebot X1 Omni. Let's compare both.
ECOVACS DEEBOT X1.

Ecovacs’ new Deebot X1 cleans your home and itself

Robot vacuum and mop maintenance has always been a chore, but Ecovacs' new bot lineup handles it all for you.
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Walmart is having a FLASH SALE on tech today — what to buy

Walmart's flash sale on tech products is offering discounts for devices such as the Samsung Chromebook 4, iRobot Roomba 670, and 55-inch TCL 4-Series 4K TV.
LG ThinQ app controlling an oven.

Does that appliance need an app? I don’t think so

Do mobile apps really make our home appliances smarter? Manufacturers say yes, but we beg to differ.
Anker eufy RoboVac G30 Verge, Robot Vacuum with Home Mapping

This robot vacuum deal at Walmart slashes over $200 off the price tag

The Anker eufy RoboVac G30 robot vacuum is only $144 at Walmart today, a savings of over $200 and one of the best robot vacuum deals we've seen.
Eufy RoboVac X8 robot vacuum cleaner on grey floor.

This robot vacuum is $99 at Walmart and it could be a mistake

Save $150 off this great robot vacuum that can handle pet hair and plenty of other dirt, too.
Shark ION Robot Vacuum AV751 Wi-Fi Connected

This Shark robot vacuum is still down to $159 at Walmart — save $40!

Some Cyber Monday robot vacuum deals are still available to shop, including Walmart's $40 discount for the Shark ION robot vacuum that lowers its price to $159.
iRobot's Roomba J7 robot vacuum cleaning near a Christmas tree.

Roomba update helps robovacs clean up at Christmas

iRobot has just dropped a Christmas-friendly update for its new Roomba j7 and j7+ robot vacuums that enhances their object-detection smarts.