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iRobot Roomba Vac Essential Robot
iRobot · Robot Vacuums · Model Q012020
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- iRobot Roomba Vac Essential Robot lists Navigation Type: Gyroscope Navigation; Battery Life: 120 minutes; Home Assistant.
- Match the navigation requirements to the layout, obstacles and setup conditions; the label alone does not measure navigation reliability.
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- Recorded year
- 2024
- Recorded warranty
- 1 year
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iRobot Roomba Vac Essential Robot: Capabilities And Limitations
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What it offers
A Home Assistant integration is listed, providing an integration path to verify for the exact model. Check the exact integration and firmware. A catalog integration label does not establish local control, official support or available entities.
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What to consider
Self-emptying is listed as unavailable; plan to empty the robot’s dustbin yourself.
View Self Emptying details →Obstacle detection is listed as unavailable; clearing the operating area is a particular planning consideration.
View Obstacle Detection details →Matter is listed as unsupported; check another documented integration if Matter is essential to your setup.
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Questions About iRobot Roomba Vac Essential Robot
Does iRobot Roomba Vac Essential Robot empty its own dustbin?
No, according to the listed specifications. Check whether the emptying dock is included and which bags or filters it needs.
View Self Emptying specifications →What is the battery runtime of iRobot Roomba Vac Essential Robot?
Battery Life: 120 minutes. Check the stated workload and conditions. A catalog runtime is not a prediction of runtime in your installation.
View Battery Life specifications →Does iRobot Roomba Vac Essential Robot support Matter?
No, according to the listed specifications. Verify the exact device type, firmware and features exposed in your chosen platform. Matter support is not proof of feature parity.
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iRobot Roomba Vac Essential Robot Specifications
Recorded catalog values. Expand notes for qualifications; unknown values are not treated as missing features.
0 of 37 fields matched to manufacturer documentation. Source checks apply only to the named model and stated scope. Other fields remain catalog data. How we verify specifications →
Features7 fields
| Onboard Dustbin Capacity | Not recorded |
|---|---|
| Self Emptying | No |
| Dock Dustbin Capacity | Not applicable / unspecified |
| Noise Level | Not recorded |
| Real Time Tracking | Yes |
| Scheduling | Yes |
| Child Lock | No |
Connectivity6 fields
| 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi | Yes |
|---|---|
| 5 GHz Wi-Fi | NoDetails & conditionsiRobot's network table lists the Roomba Essential line as 2.4 GHz only. |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Z Wave | No |
| Zigbee | No |
| Thread | No |
Integrations6 fields
| Google Home | Yes |
|---|---|
| Alexa | Yes |
| Apple Home | No |
| SmartThings | No |
| Home Assistant | Yes |
| Matter | No |
Mopping7 fields
| Mopping | No |
|---|---|
| Water Tank Capacity | Not applicable / unspecified |
| Detergent Compatibility | Not applicable / unspecified |
| Auto Detergent Dispenser | Not applicable / unspecified |
| Auto Mop Washing | Not applicable / unspecified |
| Auto Mop Drying | Not applicable / unspecified |
| Auto Mop Lifting | Not applicable / unspecified |
Power3 fields
| Battery Life | 120 minutes |
|---|---|
| Charging Time | Not recorded |
| Auto Recharge | Yes |
Suction Performance3 fields
| Suction Power | Not recorded |
|---|---|
| Carpet Cleaning | Yes |
| Side Brushes | Yes |
How this device compares
iRobot Roomba Vac Essential Robot vs Other Similar Models
Statistical context from 159 robot vacuums in this catalog. These figures describe our recorded data, not independent measurements.
Recorded feature coverage
Real Time Tracking: 138 of 143 known answers are Yes
Features: 97% among explicit Yes/No answers; 16 of 159 devices have no resolved answer. Check the specifications for this model’s conditions.
Recorded feature coverage
2.4 GHz Wi-Fi: 158 of 159 known answers are Yes
Connectivity: 99% among explicit Yes/No answers; 0 of 159 devices have no resolved answer. Check the specifications for this model’s conditions.
Recorded feature coverage
Alexa: 158 of 159 known answers are Yes
Integrations: 99% among explicit Yes/No answers; 0 of 159 devices have no resolved answer. Check the specifications for this model’s conditions.
Brand representation in this directory
26 of 159 models are from iRobot
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