Hobot-288

Published February 21, 2019 Updated: February 10, 2026 no comments 13,053 views

Taiwanese company Hobot Technology is a leading manufacturer and distributor of automatic window cleaners. Their products are renowned for their power, compactness, and ease of use. One of the company's latest innovations is the Hobot 288 robotic window cleaner, designed for cleaning vertical glass and mirror surfaces. Unlike its predecessors, the 288 model features a super-powerful motor, ensuring the device stays securely in place. This article includes a detailed review of the Hobot 288 window cleaner, highlighting its functionality and its main pros and cons.

Equipment

The window cleaning robot comes in a white box with a plastic handle. This box contains all the components needed to clean the dirty surface. The package includes the following items:

Hobot windshield wiper
Operating instructions.
1 year warranty.
Remote control.
Safety rope with a metal ring.
Extension cord 4 meters.
One meter long network cable with adapter.
Three sets of cleaning wipes.

Hobot Equipment

A special feature of this complete set is the presence of AA batteries for the remote control (not every manufacturer takes care of this) and the presence of napkins for washing windows.

Appearance

The windshield wiper is designed in a simple and discreet style. Its square shape allows it to clean the entire window, even in corners. The robotic cleaner itself is flat, but has a bulge in the center, which houses the vacuum pump and electric motor. The body itself is made of durable, impact-resistant ABS plastic with a glossy finish. The color scheme is harmoniously chosen: the main color is black, with a complementary blue. This color is used on the base rim, some handle elements, and the microfiber cloths.

Top view

A look at the top panel reveals that the designers have kept the number of buttons and other elements to a minimum. The company logo is located in the very center of the window cleaning robot, with small vents on either side of the central protrusion. These vents allow air to escape while cleaning vertical surfaces. The power button and power port are located in the lower corner of the housing. The indicator lights and speaker are located in the opposite upper corner. A tether mount is located in the center of the bottom edge.

Side view

The bottom of the window cleaning robot has two rubberized caterpillar wheels.

Wheels

A square air intake is installed in the central section. It is divided into four sections with evenly spaced holes of equal size. The entire bottom is lined with a microfiber cloth. Lasers are positioned around the perimeter of the robotic cleaner, identifying dirty areas and guiding the robot's movement.

Bottom view

Overall, the Khobot 288 has a unique, modern design. The body is solid, the plastic feels pleasant to the touch, and the brand is reliable and proven.

Technical specifications

For that, How does a robotic cleaner work?, is directly influenced by its technical characteristics. The table provides a detailed overview of the main characteristics of the model in question:

Weight	1.2 kg
Parameters	24x24x10 cm
Country of origin	Taiwan
Suction power	72 W
Opening hours	Up to 20 minutes
Charging time	60 min
Minimum window size	35x35 m2
Cleaning speed	2.2 min/m2
Cleaning surface	Tiles, mirrors, windows
Noisiness	67 dB
Type of cleaning	Wet and dry
Number of modes	3
What to control	Remote control, app
Warranty card	1 year
Length of safety rope	5 meters
Power cord extension	4 meters

Functional capabilities

The Hobot 288 window cleaning robot is connected to the power grid via a power adapter and extension cord. Due to its powerful motor, the built-in battery alone is not sufficient to operate the window cleaner. The built-in battery is only needed if the cleaning robot is disconnected for any reason. The battery will then prevent the device from falling over for 20 minutes.

Glass cleaning

Before using the windshield wiper, don't forget to attach the safety cable securely to the unit and an obstacle. This will protect the Hobot 288 from serious damage if dropped. The safety cable is essential when cleaning the outside of a window.

The washer operates in three modes:

Moving in zigzags.
Movement in vertical and horizontal directions.
Double cleaning.

A review and testing of all Hobot 288 modes revealed that the last mode is essential for heavily soiled surfaces. The window and mirror cleaning robot can be controlled via a remote control or a smartphone app.

The window cleaner can perform two types of cleaning: dry and wet. Two types of microfiber cloths are included for this purpose. Blue cloths are used for dry cleaning or for washing heavily soiled windows. Yellow cloths are used for wet cleaning.

A unique feature of the Hobot 288 is its ability to clean both framed and frameless windows. This is achieved thanks to the Al Technology V3 Giro firmware.

Advantages and disadvantages

A review of all the capabilities of the window cleaning robot revealed that, like any robotic vacuum cleaner, it has its advantages and minor drawbacks. The main advantages of the Hobot 288 are:

Strict modern appearance.
The functions are varied and useful, which ensures high-quality work.
The windshield wiper is fast in operation.
The model is used for wet and dry cleaning.
The robotic cleaner operates not only with a remote control, but also with a special application via a smartphone.
Possibility to clean glass surfaces without frames.

The review of the model revealed no significant flaws. The only drawback is the short power cord and adapter, but this issue is easily resolved with an extension cord. Also, due to sensors that detect the edges of the surface being cleaned, the robotic cleaner doesn't clean all the way to the edge of the surface. However, this area is very small and practically invisible.

Considering the model's price, which in 2019 is $250, the price is fair for such functionality and features. This is why this robotic window cleaner is one of the best in the world.

Finally, we recommend watching a video review of the Hobot 288, as well as its comparison with the previous model:

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