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As much as I like discovering new cleaning products and methods, I can’t say I actually enjoy the process of washing the dishes, unloading the dryer, or vacuuming. Especially not vacuuming. Whereas some people prefer to invest in a stick or upright machine that’s built for monthly deep cleans, I much prefer a hands-free alternative for weekly pickups. I was fortunate enough to try my very first robot vacuum this year and figure this fact out for myself, but my colleagues here at AT are already experts on the topic. Less than a month ago, we released our list of the best robot vacuums for every type of customer, spotlighting the products that turn an otherwise tedious chore into a practically effortless task.
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At the top of our list was Neato’s D8 intelligent robot vacuum, which won the Best Overall category. Not only is this the floor cleaner of our dreams, but you can now buy it at Bed Bath & Beyond for half off! You’ll want to hurry while this unbeatable deal lasts.
When AT contributor Terri tested this robot vacuum in her home, she listed its use of LiDAR technology as one of its best features. Basically, this far-reaching D-shaped machine does a much better job of mapping out your floor plan compared to others that use cameras. It’ll memorize your home’s layout in a flash and be ready to start cleaning before you know it. All you have to do is download the MyNeato app to create defined zones and start a session. The Neato D8 swiftly navigates its way around floor objects, taking care not to bump into or scratch your furniture. Its straight edges allow it to get into corners and leave no square inch of floor space untouched. Schedule it to clean both hard surfaces and low-to-medium pile carpeting, and watch as its extra-wide brush picks up every last piece of hair, dirt, and dust.
But that still doesn’t cover all of this robot vacuum’s shop-worthy qualities. In addition to its powerful suction ability, the Neato D8 can also run for up to 100 minutes at a time. Depending on how large your home is, it could very well clean all your floors in one go. Whether you’re at work or commuting back, you can schedule a cleaning session and come back to clean hardwood and tile without having had to haul a heavy vacuum around, yourself. What’s more, this product also has an extra-large dust bin, which means fewer empties. Really, we’re struggling to find a reason why you shouldn’t buy this ingenious cleaning tool. At $200 off, there’s no cause for hesitation!
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Amazon Prime Day will be here before you know it. On July 12 and 13, Prime members can expect serious markdowns on a variety of home goods (and more!), and lucky for you we’ve conveniently discovered some of the items you’d be smart to keep an eye on. When such major sales come around, it’s a naturally a good idea to pick up some of the more pricey home gadgets and appliances you might’ve been holding off on. Well, all that waiting is about to pay off. One product we highly recommend buying at a time like this is a great vacuum. If we’re being specific, a robot vacuum is just the thing for efficient, hands-free cleaning, and you can snag one on major sale ahead of Prime Day.
The Shark IQ robot vacuum is currently a whopping $100 less than its original price, and nearly 1,000 five-star reviewers can attest to its impressive functionality. “The best robot vacuum I’ve ever used,” one buyer proclaimed. “This vacuum has great suction, cleans in a consistent pattern and doesn’t miss anything.” Be it hardwood floors, shag carpet, or a home with lots of pets, this robot vacuum’s strong suction power will leave every surface spick and span.
Of course, if it was just good at cleaning up, the Shark IQ Robot would be like any other well-built product in its category. But this vacuum also comes with a self-cleaning brush roll that removes hair as it goes along, meaning no more tangled strands in its bristles that threaten to cause damage to the machine itself. Additionally, it has a filter to catch dust and other potential allergens, as well as a large dust bin that you won’t have to empty out at an annoyingly high rate.
As with any smart device, incorporating a robot vacuum into your home cleaning routine takes some adjusting. One previous buyer shared that it took the machine a couple days to learn its way around the house, but from there, it was smooth sailing. The vacuum actually employs a row-by-row cleaning system before navigating to other rooms, ensuring total floor coverage. If its battery runs out, no worries — the Shark IQ Robot will return to its dock and get back to work as soon as it’s recharged.
We can’t overlook that this is a device that cleans without you having to lift a finger! (I think we’ve gotten too immune to the novelty of that aspect.) This is great for those busy days when vacuuming feels endlessly tedious. “I have a 120-lb dog that sheds everywhere and a toddler,” one reviewer shared. “The amount of hair ‘Sharky’ picks up is AMAZING! Sharky does the in-between vacuuming for me so I’m more comfortable with my toddler playing on the floor.”
Not only can you sit back and relax while the robot vacuum does its job, but you can also schedule cleanings on the SharkClean app, or via Amazon Assistant and Google’s Alexa. If you ask me, being able to cross one more item off your to-do list and come home to a clean apartment makes this robot vacuum worth some serious consideration.
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You enjoy cleaning up wet spills, don’t you? We didn’t think so. This all-in-one wet-dry vac and mop can tackle wet spills, too, so you can vacuum and mop in one step. It’s ideal for any sealed hard surface such as hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, marble, and stone. Plus, it’s cordless so you can get in and around all kinds of furniture without a cord in the way. The two-tank system keeps clean and dirty water separate, and you’ll get 22 minutes of run time on a single charge.
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We have good news and bad news. Bad news is that shipping delays these days are real, so getting on holiday gifting early is a non-negotiable this year. The good (nay, great) news is Amazon just launched Black Friday-worthy deals today, so you can get that early start without waiting until the end of November for savings. But the deals don’t stop there. The site also released the Holiday Gift List, a new registry for shoppers that lets them see exactly what their friends and family are coveting this year. Consider it the grown-up, 2021 version of a letter to Santa. Shoppers can now create their own holiday wish lists, easily send them around, search for others’ wish lists, and even give and receive thanks with the Thank You List feature. On top of all of that, recipients get 90 days to return their gift if it doesn’t quite hit the mark. And because these deals are so early, you don’t have to stop at just grabbing your winter essentials and holiday gifts. Everything you need for Halloween or fall gatherings is also on sale.
Amazon now also has a wider selection of gift guides this year than the site has ever had before. From the popular Holiday Toy List and the expertly curated Stocking Stuffer Picks, Customers’ Most-Loved Gifts, and (our personal favorite) Amazon Home Gifts, anything you could be shopping for for others (or yourself) is organized by category, making it faster to find the best of the best at the lowest price. Shopping for hard-to-gift people? Try Amazon’s collection of unique gifts from small brands or simply shop small businesses directly through the site for meaningful presents that’ll floor even the pickiest people. As if all this wasn’t enough, Amazon also launched a new mobile shopping feature which allows you to gift anyone with just a phone number or email address — no address necessary, as the recipient can provide it themselves! You can send gifts with personalized messages for any reason (and in any season) in just a few clicks and those you gift receive a text or email allowing them to accept and customize their own delivery.
We’ll be updating you as the sale progresses, but there’s no telling how long certain deals are going to last, especially as popular products (hi, Roomba) sell out. Get ahead of the crowd and avoid belated presents and shipping delays by shopping Amazon’s pre-holiday sale ASAP.
