Comparison of domestic robots
Domestic robots can vary widely in their capabilities and tasks. Sensors include: cliff or stair sensors, motion sensors, ultrasonic object sensors, dirt sensors, IR sensors, and more. Intelligence varies also. Some have none while others can map out their environment and maneuver using complex algorithms.
Model |
Release date |
Coverage per room (CPR) |
Self-charging |
Self-cleaning |
Sensors |
Cleaning algorithm |
Surfaces/areas treated |
Expansion interfaces |
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Floor cleaning/vacuuming robots |
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CleanMate |
2004 |
high |
cliff, soft-touch, IR |
simple repertoire |
low-mid carpet, hard floors |
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IClebo |
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Koolvac |
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Orazio |
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Ottoro |
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Roomba |
October 2002 |
high |
cliff, bump, IR, dirt, motion |
simple repertoire |
low-mid carpet, floors |
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Robo Maxx |
low |
none |
none |
bare floors |
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2004 |
low |
none |
none |
bare floors |
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Karcher RC3000/Siemens sensor cruiser |
September 2002 |
Very high |
Automatic dustbin emptying |
cliff, bump, IR, dirt, motion, dustbin |
simple repertoire |
low-mid carpet, floors |
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Trilobite |
2001 |
high |
ultrasonic, IR, bump, others? |
mapping |
low to deep pile |
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V-R4000 |
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Floor washing robots |
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Scooba |
2006 |
Medium |
cliff, soft-touch, IR |
simple repertoire |
hard floors |
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Ironing robots |
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Dressman |
clothing |
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Driron |
clothing |
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Pet care robots |
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Litter Robot |
intrinsic |
cat litter |
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Preliminary information.
See also
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External links
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