Roomba 650 – Straightforward but Powerful Cleaner
The Roomba 650 is one of the basic models of Roomba’s family. It is a capable device regardless of the lack of such smart features as Wi-Fi connectivity and a mobile app. This model is designed to clean all types of surfaces except for thick carpets.
Dimensions
The Roomba 650 weighs 7.9 pounds. Its diameter is 13.39 inches and height is 3.62 inches. The dust container’s capacity is only 400 ml that might not be enough for the continuous cleaning of large heavily polluted areas.
Features
I’d like to start the Roomba 650 review with its Dirt Detect technology to focus on areas in the house or appartment where the dirt piles up and to clean there harder. Besides, the robot’s work is based on the iAdapt Responsive tech, meaning that it knows where to move. Besides, it automatically adjusts to different surfaces, so it can go from tile to hardwood, to carpet and back.
Although the unit goes in a random direction, it navigates between rooms seamlessly, but it stops when it hits black and dark-colored floors or carpets, and stairs. One can find the robot’s cleaning pattern in the Roomba 650 manual. When the work is done, the unit goes back to its home base automatically to charge. Charging and run time isn’t specified in the manual. Generally, the cycle lasts from 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the amount of dirt.
The iRobot Roomba 650 makes cleaning in three stages. It uses side brushes to collect the debris and reach the corners, and the center roller brush to remove pet hair. The suction power delivers dirt to the dust container. The robot’s AeroVac tech provides enhanced airflow.
This model picks up the hair, dirt, and other debris well due to the vacuum’s branded techs and the Spot mode that allows cleaning harder in a few areas. Note that the fur can get tangled in the brushes, so they need to be cleaned frequently.
Design
It’s a circular unit with black and gray trimmings. It has a faceplate with the Clean/Power, Dock, and Spot buttons. The buttons of the scheduling interface allow setting the day, hour, and minute of cleaning. The Bin Release button allows pulling out the dustbin at one push.
The troubleshooting light on the faceplate displays the alert and the dirt detector that indicates the most polluted areas. A pull out handle is a convenient add-on to carry the device around the house. The bumper ring is durable enough to keep the robot safe when it bumps the obstacles.
The package includes one virtual wall to set up barriers, the replacement AeroVac filter, and a cleaning tool to remove hair from brushes.
Conclusion
The 650 Roomba is a great model that saves time due to its dirt detection and provides thorough cleaning on all types of surfaces. The powerful airflow contributes to more efficient cleaning around the house. The scheduling feature is helpful for the users that are often out.
