How often should a budget robot vacuum run?

Daily runs produce the best results since random-navigation robots may miss spots on each pass. Running daily ensures complete coverage over the course of a week. LiDAR robots can run every 2-3 days since they cover every spot each run.

Are budget robot vacuums good for pet hair?

For hardwood floors, yes — budget robots handle pet hair well. On carpet, you need at least 2,000 Pa suction to extract embedded hair. The iLife V3s Pro's tangle-free design is specifically optimized for pet hair.

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