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With its updated cleaning system and coverage patterns, the Roomba 510 vacuuming robot picks up amazing amounts of dirt and debris with the simple touch of a button. The powerful unit features innovative spinning side brushes that grab dirt and dust from corners and along wall edges, as well as high-speed, counter-rotating brushes that pick up pet hair, cat litter, food crumbs, and other debris from floors. The vacuum sucks up the debris and deposits it into a large, easy-to-empty, bagless dust bin, and its improved filtration system traps dust, pollen, and other allergens inside the unit.
For added convenience, the vacuum's cleaning head automatically adjusts to transition from wood, tile, and linoleum to carpets and rugs, while improved anti-tangle technology ensures it won't get stuck on cords and rug fringe. If the unit begins to pick up a cord or carpet tassel, it will automatically reverse the direction of its brushes to extract the item. A gentle-touch bumper system senses obstacles so the vacuum automatically slows its approach, gently touches the obstacle, then redirects to continue cleaning under or around the object. Because it cleans under beds, couches, and other hard-to-reach areas, it actually vacuums more of the floor than a standard upright. The vacuum also senses dirtier areas and spends more time cleaning them, and it uses built-in cliff sensors to avoid stairs and other drop-offs. In addition, invisible barriers can be set using the unit's Virtual Wall system (requires two D batteries). To mark off-limit areas, simply place a Virtual Wall at a doorway or other opening and adjust the infrared beam setting to the distance of the opening. The unit automatically detects the beam and will not cross it.
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500 Series robots feature that latest robot technologies from iRobot, including an updated cleaning system and coverage patterns. Includes one Virutal Walls that tells Roomba where to clean by restricting off-limit areas. Roomba efficiently cleans the whole floor, under and around furniture and along walls, and automatically adjusts from carpets to hard floors. ¿ 1 iRobot Roomba 510 ¿ 1 Virtual Wall® * ¿ 1 Power Supply (3 hour charge time) ¿ 1 Brush Cleaning Tool ¿ 1 Rechargeable Battery ¿ 1 Extra Filter ¿ 1 Bumper Extension ¿ 1 Year Limited Warranty * Requires 2 D batteries (not included)
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72 of 73 people found the following review helpful
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No, this is not going to be a review telling you how awful the Roomba is. Actually, the 510 is a really wonderful maintenance robot. The problem is that for just a little more you can get the Roomba 530 which comes with the Home Base. What that means is you never have to plug in your Roomba to recharge it: whenever it's done cleaning it automatically goes back to the home base for charging. Although the Home Base is available separately, it is not compatible with this model, leaving you with no upgrade path should you ever want this extremely convenient feature.
More expensive models have a timer for programmable operation (Roomba 560) and even a remote control (Roomba 580t).
All models are identical in terms of performance. The diminutive size and quiet operation would lead you to believe these are little toys akin to hand vacs... until you get back to a thoroughly cleaned room.
I set the 510 loose on the cats room, where the little devils send litter flying everywhere. The room has hardwood floors and an area rug. When I came back, the Roomba was sitting proudly in the middle of the room, and the rug was spotless. There was hardly a trace of litter or cat hair on the hardwood floors, either.
So, the Roomba is definitely a thumbs up. However, I wish I had paid more attention to the product line and at least picked the model that docks back to the home base. The 510 is potentially a tripping hazard, so it's well worth the extra fifty dollars to move up to the model 530.
More expensive models have a timer for programmable operation (Roomba 560) and even a remote control (Roomba 580t).
All models are identical in terms of performance. The diminutive size and quiet operation would lead you to believe these are little toys akin to hand vacs... until you get back to a thoroughly cleaned room.
I set the 510 loose on the cats room, where the little devils send litter flying everywhere. The room has hardwood floors and an area rug. When I came back, the Roomba was sitting proudly in the middle of the room, and the rug was spotless. There was hardly a trace of litter or cat hair on the hardwood floors, either.
So, the Roomba is definitely a thumbs up. However, I wish I had paid more attention to the product line and at least picked the model that docks back to the home base. The 510 is potentially a tripping hazard, so it's well worth the extra fifty dollars to move up to the model 530.
25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
I have my Roomba for about a month now, and I'm generally pleased with him. I reduced my vacuuming chores at least in half. I 'm gonna say right away: Roomba is a good robot, and just an okay vacuum. Convenience between doing your own cleaning is THE ONLY factor that you should be looking for when considering Roomba. If you are looking for a superior suction and a super clean job - this vacuum is NOT going to deliver that! Go buy a normal vacuum that you push yourself.
Pros:
- he is VERY easy to operate
- virtual wall works 100%
- he's very smart: knows when to slow down, when to stop (e.g. a step next to the lower area of the house), when to turn around the corner or a table leg. He knows when to circle around an exceptionally dusty area
- He DUSTS pretty well, picking about 85-90% of dust, small leaves and small particles, including metal nuts. I have two dogs, and Roomba sucks up the dog hair fairly good.
- he is exceptionally good on berber-type rugs
- he cleans one huge room on one charge.Sometimes two rooms
- although he seems to be moving in a random pattern, after 45 minutes he covers the whole room. Don't watch him. Leave him alone and just come back later, you will notice the difference
- emptying dust container is easy
- he never got stuck on any room and rug transition areas
Cons
- Roomba needs a room to roam: if you have tight spaces with bunch of furniture, planters, stuff on the floor- Roomba will be less efficient in cleaning your house, because his patterns are affected by the amount of bumping he will be doing.
- Roomba is not that good on the high-pile carpeting: he seems to just brush over debris that he otherwise picks without problems when on a berber rug
- he is less efficient on hard wood floors as well, as he just spreads the dirt around a lot before picking it up
- cleaning brushes is not difficult, BUT time consuming
- He scares the dogs
I had done quite a lot of research and decided on this basic, least expensive, but fairly current model.Now, do I regret that I didn't get the fancy model with scheduling that would add $100? NO!! The same goes for base self-return that would add another $50. I don't mind bending over to pick him and place him for charging myself.
Anyway, I do recommend this unit. If only he had suction of my Eureka - that would eliminate ALL vacuuming on my part!! Hence 4 stars
Pros:
- he is VERY easy to operate
- virtual wall works 100%
- he's very smart: knows when to slow down, when to stop (e.g. a step next to the lower area of the house), when to turn around the corner or a table leg. He knows when to circle around an exceptionally dusty area
- He DUSTS pretty well, picking about 85-90% of dust, small leaves and small particles, including metal nuts. I have two dogs, and Roomba sucks up the dog hair fairly good.
- he is exceptionally good on berber-type rugs
- he cleans one huge room on one charge.Sometimes two rooms
- although he seems to be moving in a random pattern, after 45 minutes he covers the whole room. Don't watch him. Leave him alone and just come back later, you will notice the difference
- emptying dust container is easy
- he never got stuck on any room and rug transition areas
Cons
- Roomba needs a room to roam: if you have tight spaces with bunch of furniture, planters, stuff on the floor- Roomba will be less efficient in cleaning your house, because his patterns are affected by the amount of bumping he will be doing.
- Roomba is not that good on the high-pile carpeting: he seems to just brush over debris that he otherwise picks without problems when on a berber rug
- he is less efficient on hard wood floors as well, as he just spreads the dirt around a lot before picking it up
- cleaning brushes is not difficult, BUT time consuming
- He scares the dogs
I had done quite a lot of research and decided on this basic, least expensive, but fairly current model.Now, do I regret that I didn't get the fancy model with scheduling that would add $100? NO!! The same goes for base self-return that would add another $50. I don't mind bending over to pick him and place him for charging myself.
Anyway, I do recommend this unit. If only he had suction of my Eureka - that would eliminate ALL vacuuming on my part!! Hence 4 stars
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
We had a Roomba Discovery for about 3 years and recently upgraded to this model. This model is wonderful. It will automatically stop when the brushes need cleaning or the bin needs dumping, which I hope will help with the life cycle of the machine. This is great if you have pets. We run ours everyday for cat hair maintenance, and our house has never looked better. I've also noticed that my allergies have improved. My Mom liked mine so much, she got one of her own and loves it as well. We bought one for a friend, but they don't use it much. If you have a cluttered house with lots of "eatables" on the floor, this may not be for you. We had to learn what things the Roomba would and would not "eat" and then adjust. We can't leave certain cat toys or wires and chords on the floor, but that has helped us learn to pick up after ourselves! The only reason I am giving this 4 stars instead of five is because the scheduler kit I had for the Discovery is not compatable. I miss being able to set the Roomba to clean after I've left the house. I heart my Roomba!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
great while it works, once it breaks you are out of luck
We've had this for a little over two years and it has worked fine up until now. Now it just backs up and stops. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mikeblanco
Good replacement
Had an old 1st gen. Roomba. It worked long and well. Got a Discovery Roomba for the 2nd floor and it's battery is an issue. Gets replaced about every 18 months. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Sam
Happy Gift Recipient
We received the Roomba 510 for a Christmas gift and were quite skeptical at first. I ran it on my basement carpeting while I was exercising. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Happy
Roomba 510 is now a family pet.
Love this product. It does a great job and does it easily (plus entertains my cats!)
Published on April 9, 2009 by M. Simmans
Love it
I have two dogs (that shed alot). I was quite tired of hair all the time. Purchased this and so far, I LOVE IT!! Read more
Published on January 19, 2009 by Brandie T. Hammers
510 roomba vacuuming irobot
I real enjoy my new "helpmate". It is effective at cleaning up dirt and frees me up to do other things around the house. Read more
Published on January 15, 2009 by Spotted HorseKG
Is this right for you? Depends on what you can and can't live with
Well, first of all, most of the people who buy this product are people who either don't have the time to vacuum as much as they like, are injured and can't, or just would rather... Read more
Published on January 15, 2009 by City Of Rocks
My second Roomba
After owning a Roomba 4000 series for almost 2 years and having some minor issues that the company resolved for me, I decided to purchase a new 500 series when the cost of a new... Read more
Published on January 13, 2009 by jc
Vroom Vroom Roomba!
This vacuum works very well and usually can complete a pretty large room
like my living/dining room on a single charge. Read more
like my living/dining room on a single charge. Read more
Published on January 12, 2009 by Barbara Burbach
Easy to use, cleans up well but the little machine bumps a lot of...
A friend of mine received the iRobot Roomba 510 as a birthday present. I saw it used a few times at his place and I really liked it. Read more
Published on January 12, 2009 by G'poo
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