Roombas and Scoobas

[Jessie]

I know some of you have them.  What do you think?  Do they work well?  Worth the money?  Hold up over time?

Carroll's thinking of buying a Roomba.

[Gamplayerx]

I love my Roomba.  No issues, no problems, works like a dream.  And after all this time, it's still just as amusing as it was the first time I used it.

The Scooba was fantastic - except it doesn't get in the corners.  And the battery stopped holding a charge.  But I like the cleaner that goes with it so much that I still use that.  I call it Scooba juice.  I think it's made by Clorox.

[dazie]

Timely- there's a Roomba on the wootoff RIGHT NOW

[Jessie]

That's where he wants to buy it from

[Bishamonten]

They're great, I love mine.  If you're looking to save money buy a broom, though.

[Dry then Catch]

Roomba tips as a 3 year owner of a Discovery SE:

1) lot of pet hair will ruin it.  RUIN IT.
2)  Not nearly as effective on plush carpets vs. hardwood.
3)  you will need to replace most components after about 1.5-2 years, probably about $75.
4)  they are smart, but can't outsmart power cords.

Its best for light maintenance on a non-carpet floor with little pet dander.  It will not replace the need for a regular vacuum. 

[Jessie]

Carroll says to thank you all for your advice.  He loves his Roomba.