Can go over rugs, carpets, high doorway thresholds easily
Compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, apple watch, and IFTTT recipes
One of the fastest robot vacuums
Strong suction power and airflow
Large dust bin and longer brush bar than round robot vacuums
Virtual no-go lines
Cons
Expensive
Easily gets stuck and easily gives up because it is taller than other robot vacuums
Loud and emits a lot of indicator sounds
Many users experienced a lot of issues, defects, and bugs on the first unit until they request a second unit that may work perfectly well
Who should buy Neato Botvac D7 Connected
If you are willing to afford robot vacuums that have high-end features and provides quality performance at a slightly expensive price, this product will suit you. This is for those who have a lot of edges or corners in their house because it is what this product is proud of which is its D design that is made to reach the corners where most round robot vacuums can’t reach. Because of its smart mapping system (LIDAR) and long battery life, it is suitable for wide spaces since it can navigate intelligently and accurately. This is also for those who have a lot of doorway threshold and slightly thicker carpets or rugs because this product has taller wheel clearance than other robot vacuums which helps it to easily go over and not get stuck. This product is also fit for users who look for speed in terms of cleaning because this product is fast in its cleaning ability and gets the work done earlier than most robot vacuums.
Who should NOT buy Neato Botvac D7 Connected
You should take note that this product is 3.9 inches high plus the raised disc on top that covers the robot vacuum’s laser which is why if you have couches or other furniture that have smaller clearance than the product, expect that this robot vacuum will not go under and most probably will get stuck frequently unlike low profile robot vacuums. If you prefer to have a robot vacuum that works quietly, this product will most likely disappoint you because it is very chatty and slightly loud when cleaning.
Verdict
BY:
Faith
This is our verdict of the Neato Botvac D7 Connected based on several hours of research of reviews from both experts and users.
Updated 08-02-2021
Neato Botvac D7 Connected has a unique shape that enables the product to reach corners that most round robot vacuums can’t reach. Because of this shape, it enabled the product to have space for a longer brush bar that provides larger coverage of suctioning and cleaning.
Because of its LIDAR mapping, it provides an accurate map and efficient cleaning without leaving uncleaned spaces. The app also provides no go zones which are helpful to control the spaces you want and do not want the robot vacuum to go.
This product also provides a lot of third party integration wherein it is compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Watch, and IFTTT recipes or If This Then That recipes wherein it enables you to automatically connect apps or other services. For instance, you can set that if you open the television, then the robot vacuum automatically starts which is literally like the name itself, If This Then That.
The slightly large wheels of this product enable it to go over high rugs or carpets and even slightly high doorway thresholds with ease. However, it may not get stuck with those but it will likely get stuck and cannot go under furniture that has low clearance such as couch or bed. Additionally, if it gets stuck, it gives up easily.
This Botvac D7 offers a lot of impressive features and outstanding performance. However, it can be alarming that several users as can be seen in the Amazon review complain about issues with their unit and the app because it has a lot of defects and bugs. To sum up their issues, the D7 works well at first but after a few weeks, it will start erroring, get stuck often, and show a lot of defects in the app. Then, they would contact customer service and get help. As a result, most of them end up receiving another D7 unit that works perfectly well without any flaws and errors or the company will fix their previous unit.
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Neato Botvac D7 Connected in comparison with similar models
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Demonstration of how Neato Botvac D7 Connected works
Description
If you’re looking for a robot that will easily get rid of pet hair low-pile or medium-height carpets or bare floors, the Neato Botvac D7 Connected might be the one for you.
Its navigation and cleaning functions are based on laser technology which allows the robot to create a map and build an efficient cleaning path. It holds up to 3 different floor level plans which makes it suitable for multi-level houses.
Battery
Max runtime comparison
June 17, 2021
This robot has a Li-ion battery type and has a battery capacity of 4,200 mAh. It can run for a maximum of 120 minutes and it only takes 180 minutes to recharge fully. When the battery is low, it will automatically return to its charging dock and then resume the work it left off when it is fully charged.
Battery capacity comparison
June 17, 2021
Cleaning
The Neato Botvac D7 has a suction power of 2,000 Pa and can clean up to 1,292 square feet. Its dustbin can hold up to approximately 23 oz. With its wide cleaning brush, it is also able to cover more cleaning ground and thus shorten the time it spends to clean the room.
The robot can climb up to 0.75 inches and is equipped with a high-quality HEPA filter that works best for people who are prone to asthma and other allergies. It also has three cleaning modes and you can switch between them when you use the app.
Cleaning area comparison
June 17, 2021
Functions
The robot automatically returns to its charging dock when its battery is low and it also resumes the cleaning it was doing previously.
There is an LCD display that allows you to see various information, such as battery level, schedules, or cleaning time. The full bin indicator lets you know when the dustbin needs to be emptied.
You can also set a schedule when you would like the cleaning to be done. If you want a totally hands-free cleaning experience, you can integrate and control the Neato Botvac D7 with Alexa or Google Home.
App
The app allows you to map out the areas that you want the robot to clean. You can easily switch between the modes and then also set the schedule for the robot to work at a specific time. The app gives you the ability to set “no-go” lines or virtual boundaries so the robot won’t cross the area. You can also manually start and stop the robot as well as see its cleaning history.
Did you know?
84% of the robot vacuums supports app-control.
Navigation
The robot is built on laser technology, which allows it to create a map of the interior of your home and then build an efficient cleaning path. Because of this technology, Neato Botvac D7 can also work in the dark.
It can easily identify the “no-go” lines or virtual boundaries that you set through the app. The robot also comes with a magnetic tape that you can use to prevent it from crossing certain boundaries. It has a stair or anti-drop sensor so it will be safe on ledges, and you don’t have to worry about it falling down the stairs.
Attachments
This robot doesn’t come with any attachments.
Design
Shape statistics
Round (100%) Neato Botvac D7 Connected
June 17, 2021
The Neato Botvac D7 Connected comes in the shape of the letter D which helps it to clean more efficiently when it comes to corners. It has a metallic finish that is resistant to dust and scratches.
Other
Sound level comparison
June 17, 2021
The noise level of the robot is 64 decibels.
Dimensions and weight
The height of the robot is 3.94 inches while the width is 13.23 inches. It weighs 7.72 lbs.
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