The iRobot Roomba S9 is pretty solid on both carpets and hard floors, but it does handle each surface a bit differently. Here's the scoop:
Cleaning Carpets
The S9 does a great job on carpets, thanks to its strong suction and advanced cleaning tech. According to our research, it has this Power Boost feature that kicks up the suction when it's on carpets, so it picks up dirt, pet hair, and debris that's stuck deep in the fibers.
The dual rubber brushes adapt well to different surfaces and don't get tangled easily. While most folks are happy with its performance on carpets, some say it can struggle with really high-pile carpets or rugs with deep textures.
Cleaning Hard Floors
When it comes to hard floors, the Roomba S9 continues to do well. It has a high-efficiency filter that captures 99% of mold, pollen, dust mites, and allergens as tiny as 10 microns, which is great if you have pets or allergies.
The way the manufacturer describes it, there's an edge-sweeping brush that's angled specifically to pull in debris from corners. According to our research, many people appreciate how well it picks up fine dust and debris on hard floors without scratching them.
Edge and Corner Cleaning
The S9’s D-shaped design helps a lot with edge and corner cleaning. The manufacturer claims its Corner Brush is specially angled to lift debris from tight spots that other round vacuums miss.
Our research shows mixed results here—some people are really impressed, while others mention it sometimes has trouble with obstacles and might need a little manual help.
Summary
Overall, the Roomba S9 is a versatile vacuum that works well on both carpets and hard floors. It has powerful suction and some neat design features to handle various cleaning tasks.
But, like any robot vacuum, it might need an occasional manual touch-up, especially in cluttered or tricky areas. If you’re looking for the convenience of a robot vacuum and don't mind some occasional manual intervention, the Roomba S9 is worth a look.
