iRobot Roomba 104 2in1 Vacuum & Mop Robot – Self-Empties for 75 Days, Intense Power-Lifting Suction, Vacuums All Floors, Ideal for Pet Hair, LiDAR Smart Navigation Mapping, Mops Hard Floors

Great help for quick cleans, but beware of cords
Overall, I’m very happy with the iRobot Roomba 104. It has become an important part of my weekly cleaning routine, acting as the perfect in between cleaner to maintain the house between our monthly professional, deep cleans. For our household, it is worth the money.Vacuuming and Mopping performance.The Roomba 104 performs well on our hardwood floors. For vacuuming, it easily handles the day-to-day crumbs from a busy kitchen – we both cook a lot and I’m messy. I was also impressed with its ability to pick up long hair without issue. A helpful tip, I found it cleans more effectively under the dining room table if I pull the chairs out and place them on the table. As for the mopping feature, it also did a great job on our hardwoods, leaving them looking clean. It’s an excellent for a light, maintenance level mop. I haven’t yet tested it on any significant spills, but for a general weekly clean, it does the job. The only significant frustration has been with Cleaning under our bed. Despite efforts to tuck power cords against the wall, the Roomba repeatedly got tangled, forcing me to use the app to make it skip cleaning the bedroom.App control and Mapping.The smart mapping feature worked well overall, creating a functional layout of our home. However, it wasn’t perfect on the first try. It misinterpreted our stairways as small, separate rooms that needed to be deleted. Our main floor is a very open concept ( kitchen, dining room, living room room) and I had found that I’ll need to spend a little more time in the app learning how to divide that large space into smaller custom cleaning zones. Day-to-day operation is simple, I know there’s a lot more to learn in the app.Ease of use and time savingsThis is where the Roomba 104 truly shines. The basic operation is incredibly simple. It’s saved me the time of manually cleaning; it has given us a cleaner house because I’m using it to clean more often than I would do on my own.Noise level, I was pleasantly surprised by how quiet the unit is when an operation. The noise level is low and not at all disruptive. We even had friends over while I was finishing a cycle and they commented on how it was so much quieter than the robot vacuum they own from another brand. The only loud moment is when the Roomba docks back at the base station which then sucks out the debris.Overall, the Roomba 104 has filled the gap between deep cleans, keeping our home cleaner with little effort.

Mediocre battery life and app but solid product
I’ll make this simple to read and break it down into pros and cons:Cons:Poor battery life, especially on deep cleanCumbersome app doesn’t let you see things like battery chargeStill gets stuck on minor items like cords and small objectsMop feature is lower endDeep clean can get loudProsExcellent suction, especially on deep cleanFinds home much better and faster than past iterationsMopping feature is basic but does a decent jobSuperb mapping allows the vacuum to know what room it is inPrice point feels very fair, a bargain when on saleMuch kinder to furniture and delicate objects than previous modelsStandard clean and mopping are quietThis is a solid buy, but if you find it on sale it is a no brainer.

Wanted to share my excitement about the Roomba 104 with you. After switching from my previous i series robot, I have been thoroughly impressed with the Roomba 104’s performance. The cleaning capabilities are significantly better, and the LiDAR navigation is simply stellar. For an entry-level robot, it is definitely worth every penny.One of the standout features is the improved suction power, which makes a noticeable difference in the cleanliness of my home. Additionally, the noise levels seem to be lower, making it less intrusive during its operation. The mopping function is fantastic, especially since I have carpets. The Roomba 104 smartly navigates around the carpets without getting confused or stuck.Another great aspect is the flexibility with cleaning solutions – you can use any solution you prefer, except for vinegar and bleach. The size of the empty base is also worth mentioning as it is small and discrete, fitting seamlessly into my home.The app is quite user-friendly, allowing you to customize the map and create no-go zones, which is a fantastic feature for an entry-level robot. Overall, I believe the Roomba 104 is an excellent choice for anyone with a small house or apartment.

Works perfectly so far. Very happy with Purchase