iRobot Roomba 3000 Robotic Cleaner

I was concerned about buying this after reading all of the negative and so-so reviews, but I think it's great! I think it depends what you are looking for. I agree that it's not for "daily professional cleaning". I also agree that a Dyson is probably better.

However if you have hardwood floors and pets, it cannot be beat for daily cleaning. It takes up almost no room and even if it's noisy, I'd rather be doing something else while it vacuums. In addition to hardwood floors, we have large rugs. We also have berber carpets in the bedroom. It makes the transition from hardwood to carpet with no problem. Yes, I still use my full size vacuum for a deeper cleaning on the carpets, but not nearly as much as I used too. Roomba does a good job in-between.

I don't understand the comments about the battery either. I have had my Roomba for 10 months and I use it at least every other day, sometimes more often. The battery is still going strong and cleans for about 2-2 1/2 hours. I'm not sure how long it takes to recharge, but it's always ready the next day when I need it. (Could those have been factory reconditioned models?)

All in all, I think it's great for day to day dust and pet hair on floors and carpets.