Buying a cleaning robot: selecting according to area and use
When you first consider buying a cleaning robot, it sounds almost a bit futuristic. A device that moves through rooms completely independently, detects obstacles, mops, vacuums, and perhaps even continuously optimizes the cleaning results when something is particularly dirty? Sounds like science fiction. Or a dream for those short on time—maybe both.
I remember my first conversation with a colleague from the facility management sector. He said, "A robot like that is good – but it's not intelligent enough to recognize all types of dirt, whether on carpet or hard floors." But the reality is – everything you need for effective cleaning can now be automated by a robot. And that's perhaps the most important insight: Anyone who buys a cleaning robot is investing in autonomy and reliability.
Here is an overview of common models:
Zaco X1000
Cleaning robot
mass of the machine
weight of the robot
area performance
dust container
suction
charging
Battery life
gradeability
376 mm x 372 mm x 365 mm
11,3 kg
250 m² / h
3L
Maximum 20.000 Pa
about 5 hours
Up to 6 hours
Up to 25 mm
mass of the machine
33 cm wide, 33 cm long, 8,6 cm high
Mass of the workstation
40 cm wide, 27 cm long, 40 cm high
Water tank robot
Fresh water 80 ml
Water tank workstation
Fresh water 4 L / waste water 4 L
cleaning efficiency
250 m²/h | 6k P
charging
6 h (automatic charging)
Battery life
3-4 h
cruise speed
0,7 m/s, adjustable
The Zaco X1000 is a high-performance robotic vacuum cleaner for professional use in commercial settings. With a suction power of 20.000 Pa and a cleaning area of up to 1.000 m² per cycle, the Zaco X1000 sets new standards in cleanliness and efficiency.
Thanks to advanced LDS navigation and ToF sensors, it creates precise maps of your rooms and thus ensures targeted and effective cleaning. The 2-stage cyclone separation system and the HEPA13 filter reliably remove 99,95% of all suspended particles from the air. It is operated intuitively via a 5-inch touchscreen or conveniently via app control.
With the ZACO X1000 you can optimize your cleaning processes and create hygienic environments for employees and customers alike.
TN70
Cleaning robot
Brush diameter
water tank capacity
weight of the robot
Battery life
Loading capacity
Navigation
Applications
50 cm
70 L fresh water / 50 L waste water
227 kg
3 - 10h
100 Ah
obstacle detection
versatile
mass of the machine
33 cm wide, 33 cm long, 8,6 cm high
Mass of the workstation
40 cm wide, 27 cm long, 40 cm high
Water tank robot
Fresh water 80 ml
Water tank workstation
Fresh water 4 L / waste water 4 L
cleaning efficiency
250 m²/h | 6k P
charging
6 h (automatic charging)
Battery life
3-4 h
cruise speed
0,7 m/s, adjustable
The TN70 is a powerful, autonomous industrial robot specifically designed for demanding environments such as factories, hospitals, airports, and shopping centers. Its 50 cm scrubbing brush effortlessly removes even stubborn dirt, ensuring spotless cleanliness.
Thanks to advanced navigation technology, the TN70 creates precise maps and adapts flexibly to different cleaning areas. Its intelligent obstacle detection enables uninterrupted operation and guarantees maximum safety.
With a 70-litre fresh water tank and a 50-litre waste water tank, the TN70 works efficiently even over longer periods. The powerful 100 Ah battery offers up to 10 hours in GlideMop mode and 3 hours in scrubbing mode before automatically recharging.
Whether marble, granite, cement, wood or tiles – the TN70 masters every surface and combines sweeping and wiping for optimal cleaning results.
J30
Cleaning and promotion robots
mass of the machine
water tank capacity
dust container
cleaning efficiency
charging
Battery life
driving speed
Orientation technique
39 cm w, 39 cm l 32 cm h/ 120 cm
Fresh water 4.8 L, waste water 4,8 L
1 L
500 m² / h
<4 hours
3-5 hours depending on the setting
0.3m/s, adjustable
2D Lidar, RGBD
mass of the machine
3 cm wide, 39 cm long, 32 cm high / 120 cm
water tank capacity
Fresh water 4,8 L / waste water 4,8 L
dust container
1 L
cleaning efficiency
500 m² / h
charging
<4 h (automatic charging)
Battery life
3-5 h
cruise speed
0,3 m/s, adjustable
Orientation technique
2D Lidar, RGBD
The J30 promotional and cleaning robot with 360-degree environment recognition and obstacle avoidance is ideal for restaurants, hotels, trade fairs, shops and much more.
It masters sweeping, vacuuming and mopping to remove stubborn stains and operates quietly with a noise level of ≤65dB. The J30 offers various operating modes, is compatible with artificial intelligence and the Internet, and automatically returns to the charging station thanks to its self-cleaning function and long battery life.
Additionally, with an attachable promotional shelf, the J30 is also perfect for use in stores and at trade shows, supporting functions such as product promotion.
cleaning robot
Minimum drivable width
Battery life
charging
cleaning performance
Water tank clean
volume
Speed
cleaning modes
900 mm
3–8 hours depending on the setting
2h
max. 1.490 m²/h
30 L
Max. 0,9 m / s
Scrubbing, sweeping, dusting
mass of the machine
60 cm wide, 64 cm long, 70 cm high
water tank capacity
Fresh water 9 L / waste water 9 L
Tilt
7,1 °
cleaning efficiency
1800 m² / h
charging
2,5 h
Battery life
3-8 h
cruise speed
1,2 m/s, adjustable
Orientation technique
2D Lidar, RGBD
Modis
Sweeping, wet mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming, dry mopping
The Scrubber 50 Pro is an autonomous wet vacuuming robot for commercial areas. It combines scrubbing, sweeping, and dusting in a 3-in-1 function.
Depending on the configuration, the Scrubber 50 achieves a cleaning capacity of up to 1.490 m²/h with a disc brush and up to 2.527 m²/h with roller and side brushes. Battery life ranges from 3 to 8 hours, depending on the settings.
With intelligent obstacle avoidance, auto-spot cleaning, optional workstation and mobile app, the robot can be integrated into recurring cleaning routines.
cleaning robot
mass of the machine
weight of the robot
sweeping width
scrub width
water tank capacity
cleaning efficiency
charging
Battery life
driving speed
63 * 568 * 682 mm
60 kg
500 mm
400 mm
Fresh water 15l, waste water 17l
700-1000 square meters per hour
<4h (automatic charging)
9 h
0,5-1,2m/s, adjustable
10,1-inch touch screen
Visual & Laser Positioning
mass of the machine
63 * 568 * 682 mm
weight of the machine
60kg
sweeping width
500 mm
scrub width
400 mm
water tank capacity
Fresh water 15l, waste water 17l
cleaning efficiency
700-1000 square meters per hour
charging
<4 h (automatic charging)
Battery life
9 h
cruise speed
0,5-1,2m/s, adjustable
Location interaction
10,1-inch touch screen
positioning method
Visual & Laser Positioning
The CC1 Pro combines mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming, and wet cleaning in one compact cleaning robot. It is designed for various floor types and tight corners.
The CC1 Pro reports operating conditions such as low battery level, required fresh water or a full wastewater tank, thus supporting planned cleaning processes.
Fantasy
Cleaning robot all-rounder
mass of the machine
Battery life
charging
cleaning performance
weight of the robot
volume
Speed
Tilt
54cm wide, 44cm long 61,7cm high
5 – 10 hours depending on the setting
3h
400 - 700 m² / h
46 kg
0,5 -1,2 m/s, individually adjustable
max. 8 °
Battery life
8 – 10 hours depending on the setting
charging
3h
cleaning performance
400 - 700 m² / h
weight of the robot
46 kg
dimensions of the machine
54cm wide, 44cm long 61,7cm high
volume
Speed
0,5 -1,2 m/s, individually adjustable
Tilt
max. 8 °
Phantas proves itself to be a pioneering cleaning robot for commercial use. Thanks to its impressive versatility, it can effortlessly traverse rooms with various floor coverings.
Its advanced features are expressed in four floor cleaning modes that give it unrivalled effectiveness. Whether it is hard or soft floors, Phantas sets new standards in professional cleaning technology.
V40Pro
Staubsaugerroboter
mass of the machine
Min. passable width
Battery life
charging
cleaning performance
weight of the robot
volume
Speed
Tilt
73 cm wide, 79 cm long, 90 cm high
870 mm
3 – 8 hours depending on the setting
2 h
max. 1200 m²/h
93 kg
<70 Db
max. 1 m/s, individually adjustable
max. 8 °
Min. passable width
870 mm
Battery life
3 – 8 hours depending on the setting
charging
2h
cleaning performance
max. 1200 m²/h
weight of the robot
93 kg
mass of the machine
73 cm wide, 79 cm long, 90 cm high
volume
Speed
max. 1 m/s, individually adjustable
Tilt
max. 4-8°
The V40Pro is your robot with advanced robotic vacuuming technology.
Our V40Pro outperforms conventional cleaning devices - it is a powerful, commercial vacuum robot designed specifically for the challenges of hotels with narrow corridors and different floor coverings.
With its innovative features including 3-in-1 cleaning, adaptable cleaning options for different floor types and intelligent 3D cameras to automatically detect floor types, the V40Pro revolutionizes the way you experience cleaning.
Immerse yourself in a world of effortless cleanliness and intelligent cleaning technology with the V40Pro!
S50Pro
Wet vacuum cleaning robot
mass of the machine
Min. passable width
Battery life
charging
cleaning performance
Water tank clean
volume
Speed
Empty weight
700 cm wide, 810 cm long, 107 cm high
900 mm
3 – 8 hours depending on the setting
2 h
max. 1490 m²/h
30 L
max. 0.9 m/s, individually adjustable
148 kg
Min. passable width
900 mm
Battery life
3 – 8 hours depending on the setting
charging
2h
cleaning performance
max. 1490 m²/h
Water tank clean
30 L
dimensions of the machine
700 cm wide, 810 cm long, 107 cm high
volume
Speed
max. 0.9 m/s, individually adjustable
Empty weight
148 kg
The S50Pro goes far beyond the capabilities of a conventional autonomous cleaning robot – it embodies disruptive deep learning technology and sets new standards for efficiency and sustainability. Thanks to integrated 2D LiDAR, 3D, and RGB cameras, paired with advanced deep learning algorithms, the S50Pro offers unprecedented environmental awareness and makes advanced operational decisions in real time.
From scrubbing to sweeping to dusting, this floor cleaning robot is revolutionizing the cleaning industry with its 3-in-1 functionality and groundbreaking technologies such as automatic spot cleaning and intelligent obstacle avoidance.
Outdoor cleaning robot
Battery life
charging
cleaning performance
weight of the robot
dimensions of the machine
volume
Speed
Tilt
5–10 hours depending on the setting
3h
400–700 m²/h
46 kg
54 cm wide, 44 cm long, 61,7 cm high
0,5–1,2m/s
max. 8 °
min. passable width
120 cm
Battery life
4 – 7 hours depending on the setting
charging
4h
cleaning performance
5500 m² / h
weight of the robot
500 kg
mass of the machine
101cm wide, 153cm long 140cm high
Bin capacity
60 L
Speed
max. 1,2 m/s, individually adjustable
Tilt
max. 11 °
Phantas is a versatile floor cleaning robot for commercial use. It works on various floor surfaces and offers four cleaning modes for offices, industrial facilities, hotel entrances, shopping centers, and hospitals.
With auto-spot cleaning, app control, and an optional docking station, Phantas can be integrated into recurring cleaning routines. Depending on the settings, product data indicates a cleaning capacity of 400–700 m²/h and a battery life of 5–10 hours.
So… why buy a cleaning robot at all?
Quite simply: because it's reliable, especially when it comes to automatically emptying the robot vacuum. Because it's always there, doesn't need a break, and doesn't get sick. And because—if used correctly—it can truly take the pressure off. A robot with an automatic mopping function is a huge help, especially for tasks that are repeated daily. A robot vacuum with a mopping function is particularly good at mopping surfaces. An intelligent robot vacuum can vacuum and keep floors clean, even in higher-traffic areas, with the help of robotics.
A robot designed for automatic cleaning should offer high suction power and a long battery life, ideally with a charging station. Even a small office equipped with a robot vacuum could benefit from the mopping function. A doctor's waiting room? Or perhaps a restaurant with long hallways? Locations vary, and not every model is suitable for every situation. Some devices are extremely specialized, like the Pudu, for specific cleaning tasks. Others, however, are more "all-rounders" that can clean both carpet and hard floors. So, when buying, you should ask yourself: What is more important to me - precision or versatility? Compactness or endurance?
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Discover robot vacuum cleaners: What you should pay attention to
One thing you shouldn't underestimate when buying a robot vacuum: the robot's navigation, especially when it comes to a robot vacuum with a suction station. It sounds technical, but it's crucial for cleaning hard floors with a powerful cleaner that also covers large areas. A cleaning robot that constantly gets stuck or goes over the same spot three times ultimately helps no one, especially when it comes to dirt. Models with laser navigation or camera mapping are often the better choice – even if they're a bit more expensive, especially for a robot vacuum with 2800 pa suction power.
And then there's the issue of noise. A robot running during the day shouldn't be a nuisance. In a medical practice, for example, quiet operation is a must. In a warehouse, an automated cleaning robot could significantly increase efficiency. Perhaps less critical.
A cleaning robot with a docking station isn't a spontaneous, impulsive purchase. It's an investment—but one that can pay off. Not immediately, but over weeks and months, an automatic cleaning robot can bring significant improvements. Especially if cleaning has previously been either very time-consuming or constantly interrupted.
And admittedly, there is something satisfying about coming into a room in the evening that has been freshly cleaned with a quiet humming robot vacuum cleaner without anyone having lifted a finger.
Conclusion? - Vacuum and mop robots are worthwhile
If you do your research, plan realistically, and choose the right model for your needs, you won't be disappointed with a robot cleaner that offers good suction power. None are perfect, but they are reliable. And sometimes that's enough to effectively remove dirt with a robot vacuum.
Interested?
With the free robot configurator you can find the right service or cleaning robot for your company. Create a non-binding, free offer based on your individual requirements!