Expert: Jan Hayner - 10/7/2008

Question
QUESTION: Hi Jan,
Do you know anything about the robot vacuum cleaners: a good or bad one? I hear one concern is getting in the corners.
Thanks,
Randy
USA, MA


ANSWER: Hi Randy
I don't own one, but my step-daughter does and she loves it. One thing that people forget, is that a robot cleaner is used for daily cleaning and pick-me-up. It isn't meant as a total cleaner.
Yes, it is true, it won't get in the corners, it will go under anything that has the right height level, so therefore it doesn't clean under everything either. Get the idea?
Her's does however, pick everything up and does a great job and does cut down on the amount of cleaning that she has to do as a weekly clean up! Just don't get rid of the old vacuum, you will still need it for those corners, under furniture, cob webs on the walls etc.
Hope this gave you a heads-up!
Jan Hayner

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QUESTION: Thank you Jan.
Would you know the make and model number of the one your step-daughter has?
Thanks,
Randy


Answer
She has the Roomba 510 and is happy with it. She told me that this is the website that she watches for anything about them. http://www.roombareview.com/
You may want to check that out and see if there is one that suits you better.
Also, don't forget to run a check on the internet for a coupon for money off on your purchase.
Jan Hayner