Little by little, robot vacuum cleaners are incorporating more features, and in its latest creation, Ecovacs surpasses itself with the Deebot T9+, a very complete model that vacuums, scrubs and even gives a scented atmosphere to your home.
Deebot T9 + | |
Navigation technology | LDS + DToF laser |
Autonomy (min) | 175 |
Noise (decibels) | 67 |
Diameter (cm) | 35,3 |
Height (cm) | 9,36 |
Programmable | Yes |
High efficiency filter | Yes |
Dry/wet deposits (ml) | 420 / 180 |
Power levels | 3 |
Suction power (Pa) | 3.000 |
automatic emptying | Yes |
Assessment | 99 |
Those first robots, clumsy and ineffective, are long gone. that had poor suction power and moved around the home without rhyme or reason.
Today it is possible to find cheap laser robot vacuum cleaners, having a advanced navigation technology that allows them to cover 100% of the surface of the home and with good suction power, to do a good job on all types of surfaces.
However, for those looking for maximum comfort there are the robots with self-emptying base (AED or Auto-Empty Dock), an element that allows forget about dust collection for weeks.
deebot It is one of the main brands worldwide in the robot vacuum cleaner segment, with products for all tastes and budgets, and has a wide variety of high-end devices, with extensive experience.
The brand already has other models on the market with an automatic emptying base, such as the successful T8 AIVI+, but now with its new top of the range, the brand offers a higher overall level of performance, putting all the knowledge accumulated in this field at the service of the T9+ to offer one of the most complete robots on the market, which makes the cleaning experience much simpler and more pleasant.
Do you want to know more details about this fantastic robot? We tell you about them below in this in-depth review.
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Deebot T9+: our evaluation
The Deebot T9+ has obtained a rating of 99 points out of 100. It is a new generation robot vacuum cleaner, which can be purchased in pearl white or space gray, and one of the most complete devices on the market, loaded with technology to make life easier.
It has a very sophisticated navigation systema high suction power, and Its scrubbing technology is one of the best that can be found; As if that were not enough, it includes a automatic self-emptying base (in version +) and allows perfume the environment; and all this, with the usual quality of Deebot, one of the main brands in the robot vacuum cleaner segment.
Box contents
Like other brands (for example Roomba), Deebot differentiates the "normal" and the "plus" model by the self-emptying station. In this case, we will talk about the + model, with the emptying station, but all other features are common.
Automatic emptying station can be purchased separately, but (currently) the price difference between both models is around 200 euros, while the station costs 300, so if you consider it to be an interesting complement, it is better that you purchase the T9+ directly.
Start up
The robot comes partially charged, but it is recommended perform a full charge before putting it to work for the first time.
Once the transport protections that the robot includes have been removed, Lifting the lid we see an orange tab, which allows us to turn it on and off.. We turn it on and put it on the base for at least 6,5 hours, to ensure that the charge is complete.
Like other high-end robots, if it doesn't finish, has loading and continuation, so it returns to base and then resumes cleaning to finish it.
The Deebot T9+ can be started using the button on the top of the device; It can also be controlled by voice commands (compatible with Alexa and Google Home) and through a mobile app, the application being the best method to take advantage of its advanced features.
Installation and configuration of the app
The app is the usual one for Deebot products, Ecovacs Home, and is available for iOS and Android. We can install it by going to the corresponding store or by scanning the QR code that comes in the instructions.
From there, You simply have to enter the application and follow its instructions step by step. We will have to click Add a robot, scan the QR code that the robot itself brings next to the warehouse and enter the Wi-Fi password. The network must be 2,4 GHz or mixed (2,4 and 5), but cannot be exclusively 5 GHz.
will ask us press the reset button that is inside the robot, and in a few moments, the robot will be installed in the app.
The application provides great convenience and versatility, as that we can use the robot whenever we want and wherever we are: from work, on the street, in a cafeteria... we can start it and when we get home we will find it clean (of course, we can also program it so that it works on the days and at the times we want).
To access some advanced functions, it is necessary to have the map of the home, so the first thing we will do is map the home, putting the robot to work from the charging base, in AUTO mode (pressing the button on the top or Play in the app) and leaving the doors of the rooms open, so that it can travel throughout the house.
When finished, it will return to the base and ask us to name that map (we can save up to 3 different ones); we can edit it so that it corresponds exactly to our home, moving the divisions, creating walls or joining rooms, and giving them a name and assigning them an icon representative of the type of room.
It is recommended that the location of the base be in a place where the robot has enough room to maneuver; as orientation, with one meter of free space to the sides and forward, although thanks to the high precision of its movements, this is not strictly necessary.
How the Deebot T9+ works
The Deebot T9+ is a High-end robot vacuum cleaner, with magnificent performance in all sections, positioning itself as an alternative to take into account for those seeking excellence.
Power
In the power section, the brand has made a considerable effort, doubling the absorption capacity compared to its previous models, Deebot Ozmo 950 or Deebot T8 AIVI.
The Deebot T9 Series It reaches 3.000 Pascals of suction power, a figure that places it among the most powerful devices on the market., and allows you to do a tremendous job on both hard floors and rugs and carpets.
The Deebot T9+ includes high resistance glass fibers that allow it to maintain constant suction power, achieving a magnificent result in any circumstance.
This model has three power levels, so that we can choose the most appropriate one based on the cleaning needs:
As usual in high-end robots, Deebot T9+ automatically increases power on carpets, so there is no need to set a higher power level for this reason, since the robot itself will take care of it.
Navigation
The Deebot T9+ navigation system is one of the most advanced on the market, providing extremely high precision and great efficiency, cleaning 100% of the home surface and doing so in less time than other robots.
It is equipped with a laser sensor, the most precise technology there is (and which is why it is used in areas such as aeronautics, engineering or medicine). Laser gives you predictive navigation, since it has several meters of range, anticipates difficulties and can move in the dark, unlike camera-based systems.
The laser navigation system is also complemented by two other technologies:
Thanks to all this technology, The Deebot T9+ moves in an orderly, precise and very efficient way, avoiding obstacles and quickly exploring the home, reaching a speed of 1 m2 per minute or even more.
The first time you go through the house it will take a little longer (although it will do it very quickly), but once you know the map, will further improve your efficiency.
If you find items lying on the ground, The Deebot T9+ will slow down and gently touch the object, in addition to using the DToF sensor to avoid obstacles above 9 centimeters, allowing you to avoid getting stuck.
The T9 It is capable of overcoming obstacles of up to 2 centimeters (0,8 inches) in height, so transitions between rooms or thick rugs are not a problem.
As a novelty compared to other brands, The Deebot T9+ can offer the map of the home as a plan, or in 3 dimensions. In addition to being visually attractive, building a 3D map helps you avoid collisions, entanglements and jams (when getting under a piece of furniture, for example).
2D and 3D mapping
Air freshener
With the air freshener module installed and placing the bottle with the fragrance, We have the possibility of leaving a fresh and pleasant smell in the home at the same time that we clean it, eliminating pet and other unpleasant odors from the home.
Fragrance capsule lasts up to 60 days, so if it is going to be used regularly, it is advisable to leave it on the module; In addition, it can be deactivated through the app.
The air freshener module is interchangeable with the scrubbing module (that is, you put one or the other). Therefore, the air freshener would be used when vacuuming. When scrubbing, we can also use the BotClean cleaning solution, which comes in single doses, and added to water, provides greater cleaning and a scented environment.
Brushes
Unlike other robots with laser navigation, the Deebot T9+ It has two side brushes, which allow dirt to be collected towards the center, where its central brush and high suction power do the rest.
Although this is not strictly necessary in a robot with an intelligent navigation system, since you always know where you are, where you have gone and where you haven't, some users prefer it that way and, in any case, it doesn't hurt.
For its part, the rotating central roller does a good job, offering good quality and effectively capturing dirt on both hard floors and rugs and carpets.
Professional scrubbing
The Deebot T9+ includes Ozmo Pro technology, one of the best systems that can be found on the market, and that obtains a better result than multifunction devices that simply wipe with a damp mop as they go.
The Ozmo pro tank has a plate that vibrates 480 times per minute (8 times per second), to remove coffee stains, juice, etc., achieving a fairly good result.
As a curiosity, The included mops are disposable, and the brand recommends using them a maximum of 5 times each. (so the included pack of 10 mops would provide 50 moppings, approximately one per week for a year). We do not know if this will change in the future, although it is also easy to purchase a pack that includes microfiber mops, for a very affordable price.
The water tank has a good capacity, 180 milliliters, and by having electronic dosage of the water flow, we can establish the flow depending on the degree of dirt, being able to scrub several rooms with one load.
Tank and self-emptying system
The Deebot T9 has a tank inside the robot, with a capacity of 420 milliliters, which allows you to clean a medium or large sized floor, even more than once, and it is easy to empty. It includes a 3-layer filtering system, with a mesh filter, a high-efficiency filter and a sponge filter, which allow it to trap microparticles inside.
If you want maximum comfort, it is recommended to purchase the T9+, with the self-emptying base, which allows you to forget about dust for weeks.
automatic emptying
The self-emptying base is a kind of vacuum cleaner with a disposable bag inside, in which The robot automatically empties the dirt in the tank. When it is emptied, we will hear a louder noise for a few seconds, similar to what a corded vacuum cleaner makes today.
The bags have a capacity of 2,5 liters, so their approximate duration is one month, and if purchased in a pack, their cost is very reasonable, more affordable than other brands.. They are made in an ecological way and have three-layer filtration, capable of filtering 99% of 2,5 micron microparticles of dust and mites.
The app, full of advantages
Through the application, we can control the robot whenever we want and wherever we are, accessing various information and functions such as:
Advantages of the Deebot T9+
Power
Its 3.000 Pascals make it one of the most powerful devices in the segment, and the glass fibers used in its construction allow it to maintain constant suction power.
Navigation system
The Deebot T9+ navigation system is one of the most advanced on the market, combining an LDS laser sensor with DToF technology to achieve maximum precision and efficiency.
Professional scrubbing
The Deebot T9+ includes the Ozmo Pro scrubbing technology, with a plate that vibrates 480 times per minute to achieve the deepest cleaning, removing stains and erasing fingerprints.
Autonomy
Its large lithium battery provides you with great autonomy of almost 3 hours; and if it does not finish, it has charging and continuation, so it returns to the base and once loaded, resumes cleaning.
Air freshener
The Deebot T9 is the first robot vacuum cleaner with an air freshener module, which allows you to clean the home and at the same time leave a pleasant fragrance, eliminating unpleasant odors.
Customize cleaning
Thanks to your app you can define the robot's work to your liking, cleaning the entire house, rooms or areas, delimiting the cleaning sequence or personalized parameters in each room.
Self-emptying base
The T9+ version includes a automatic emptying base that provides maximum comfort and hygiene, since we will not have to deal with dust for a month, making it ideal for allergy sufferers.
Ideal for homes with pets
Due to its high suction power, its professional scrubbing capacity, the self-emptying base and its air freshening function, The Deebot T9+ is a perfect robot for homes with animals.
Opinions about the Deebot T9+
This model is everything you would want a robot vacuum cleaner to be and more. Its navigation is fantastic, the suction power is 10 out of 10, it even sucks stones. The functionality is great, it even includes a refreshing air freshener. I love its white color, it seems fresh to me. A fantastic product.
Air freshener function
I bought this model as a replacement for my previous Deebot, the T8 AIVI. The T9 works very well, is very powerful and recognizes objects much better than its predecessor. Task execution is good and scrubbing works well, and it is quieter. I only miss that it does not include the microfiber mop, although it can easily be solved by purchasing a pack of mops.
He is a great helper. The quick start guide and app are easy to understand. It has wonderful suction on hard floors and automatically adjusts power when it detects carpet.. When scrubbing you can adjust the water flow as needed. It's not cheap, but it's great for keeping your house clean.
A first class robot. The suction power is high, I like its quality when cleaning. If I put it at maximum power it leaves everything impeccable. Navigation is excellent, even better than the T8 I had before, and the noise level is also good. A super robot.
Why buy a Deebot T9+
If you are looking for a high-end robot vacuum cleaner and want one of the most powerful and complete that exists on the market, to obtain an effective and comfortable cleaning of your home.
If you need to have several maps or want define the cleaning exactly to your liking. If you prefer a robot with a excellent scrubbing system, to achieve a more complete cleaning. If there are pets and/or small children in your home, and you are looking for the maximum comfort and versatility, with aspects like the air freshener and the self-emptying base, the Deebot T9+ may be the robot you have been waiting for.
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